How wide should tie up curtains be?
Measure the width of your windows from edge to edge. Add an additional 8 inches to the measurement (This will make the final curtain 4 inches wider than the window. This was a good width for me, but you can make it wider or narrower as needed. Just be sure to add at least 4 inches to account for seams).
Can you hang Roman shades on a curtain rod?
Yes you can hang roman blinds on a rod. Hang them straight on the curtain rod. Just put a rod pocket in the top and don’t gather them on the rod–have them lay flat. To make a rod pocket for them just fold over the top and sew a seam on the bottom of the pocket.
What can I use to make curtain tie backs?
Make chic curtain tie-backs with inexpensive materials from the hardware store, like jute rope, cotton rope and metal chain.
How do you measure for tie top curtains?
Measure your windows: I like to measure about 4 inches above the window trim, all the way down to the floor. I like to frame out the windows and make them appear larger. Take the length that you want, then add 6″ for the bottom hem, 1″ for the top hem, and subtract 3″ to compensate for the length of the ties.
How do you make a tie up window shade?
– Measure the width of your window, and double it to get the amount of fabric you need for the length of the curtain. – Measure around the perimeter of the pull-up curtain to figure out the length of the binding – Pin the binding around the edges of the curtain. – Install the curtain knobs at the window.
How do you tie up Roman shades?
Pin the shade on the right-hand side in the spot where you want the cord to end.
How do you tie up curtains?
– Update: I used this tutorial on my kitchen shade and found that using Stitch witchery or Hem Tape worked better. – Unfold the fabric and glue the folds like you did on the side seams (outermost fold first). – Optional: Fold the board over one more time. – Step 8: Mount the curtains to the wall. – Step 9: Add ribbon.
What is a tie up shade?
– Top of shade (this will be doubled over, so it’s twice the length, plus seam allowances) – 42″ long x 62″ wide – Bottom of shade – 62″ x 57″ (full width of fabric bolt) – Ties – Cut four pieces that are 4″ x 32″