How Do You Make Simple Curtain Panels?
Can’t find the perfect drapes for your home? Try making your own. If you can sew a straight line, you can make curtains for your home. Measure for your drapes. Measure from the spot that you will install your curtain rod to the floor. Decide how many panels you need. Usually you will want two panels for each average size window. I suggest that you measure from at least a few inches above the window frame. Do not install your rods until you have completed your curtains. Take the measurements from the window and multiply it by the number of panels you will be making. Add four inches for each window. This will tell you how much fabric is needed. There are 36 inches in a yard. Be sure to buy thread that matches your fabric. You will also need to buy drapery lining. Use the same measurements to purchase this fabric. Once you have purchased your fabric, lining and fabric, you are ready to begin cutting. Lay the fabric out as flat and smooth is possible. If you have limited space, you can fol
