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A Simple Curtain tutorialin 13 easy steps

What You11 need: Tape Measure (this is the most accu-

rate) Dont use a cloth measuringtape, especially if you are measuringfor window coverings. Seam Gauge Pins Thread Fabric (For this tutorial I used 3.5yards 43 width) Iron

In this tutorial I am making valance size panels. For a bunk bed. Measure accord-ingly. Measuring for windows, With the tape measure, take the length and add approxi-mately 5 inches to allow for seams and (2 inch) slot for Spring Curtain Rod. Keep in mind also that this measurement is without a ruffled top edge. Pleaseallow for more inches in that case, then measure the width of the window andadd approximately two inches for finished seams on each side.

* Now with that all out of the way, lets get started! *


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3. Fold over edge 1/4 one more time tocreate a seam. Do this on ALL 4 sides.4. Pin in place.

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Very simple way to make a clean corner. 1.a.Grab a corner and fold down approximately1.5 inches. Press.1.

1. Now that you have your measurements, simply cut out your fabric accordingly. Onpage 6 I explain the method for cutting the correct amount of fabric.2. Take the edge of your fabric and fold 1/4 to 1/2 this is to create a seam, then irontoflatten. (at this time, you may opt to try beveled corners) Do this for all four sides of yourpanel.


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2.a. Fold down as shown 1/4 - 1/2

3a. Fold over again to create seam2a

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4a. Beveled corner ready to be stitched.

5a. Finished beveled edge. See thenice clean finish!

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5.6. Returning to normal directions. Stitcharound every side approximately 1/4 inch.from edge .

7. Then with a seam gauge, meas-ure exactly 2 inches and fold. Thiswill be the slot for the spring cur-tain rod.

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8. Press

9. Next, stitch along the centerof the edge, this will be for theopening to insert the rod.

10. Stitched and ready for theSpring Rod. I think the doublestitch effect makes it look nice.

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11. Frontal view of panel12. Purchase Spring Tension Rodfrom any Home ImprovementStore or other discounted store. Ipurchased mine from Target.Make sure you have the correctmeasurements and dimensionsBEFORE you head to the store.

13. Insert Spring Tension Rod and adjust for hanging. Directions normally are included.Note: When cutting and measuring fabric for window coverings or curtain pleaseallow for gathering. That measurement usually counts for over half of windowmeasurement.Example: A window opening is 42 inches across, then just double the measurement.:84 inches of fabric across.Or think of it this way: 1 panel = 42 inches , sew 2 panels @ 42 inches each.

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