How do you sew lined curtain panels?
- Measure Curtain and Lining Panels. Use a tape measure to determine length from floor to desired height of curtain rod.
- Fold and Press Hem. Place fabric on ironing board wrong-side-up.
- Insert Weights and Sew Hem.
- Hem Lining.
- Create Header.
- Sew Sides.
- Sew Header.
- Pleat and Hang Panels.
How do you calculate lining for curtains?
To calculate the Lining Cut Drop: Lining Cut Drop* = Finished Curtain Length + 5cm Heading Allowance + Lining Hem Allowance.
What can I use for drapery weights?
Two main types of drapery weights exist: penny weights and chain weights. Penny weights actually look like buttons thanks to the four holes in the middle. This allows you to sew the weights securely to the hem of the curtain.
How do you sew drapery panels together?
- Step 1: Remove Stitches From Vertical Seams. Unstitch the vertical side seams on two curtain panels that you plan to sew together.
- Step 2: Remove Top and Bottom Stitching.
- Step 3: Iron the Seams.
- Step 4: Pin the Panels Together.
- Step 5: Stitch the Panels Together.
- Step 6: Stitch the Top and Bottom.
How do you measure for curtain lining?
To determine the height of the curtains, measure from the bottom of the pole to where you want the hem of the curtains to fall (if using a track, measure from the top of the track so that the curtains will conceal it).
How do you make unlined curtains?
Making Unlined Curtains
- Cut the fabric to the required size, allowing 10cm (4″) for side hems and adding 20cm (8″) to the length for top and bottom hem allowances.
- Turn in a double 2.5cm (1″) hem at each side and pin.
- Turn up a double 7.5cm (3″) hem at the lower edge and pin.
- Mitre both bottom corners.
How do you attach lining to curtain hooks?
Using the curtain hooks included in your lining kit, insert them into the lining tape pockets and then into the bottom pockets of the curtain tape. Pull each curtain hook so the downward arm of the hook lies over the face side of the lining.
How to make drapes the easy way?
Lay out your drapery fabric on your cutting table or workspace and center your lining fabric,face to face,on top of your drapery fabric.
How to shorten lined drapes?
Shortening your drapes can be done with iron-on fusible tape or fabric glue. The process for either option is straightforward, takes only a few tools and supplies and can be done in less than an hour.
How to make easy lined curtains?
curtain fabric
How to hang sheer curtains with drapes?
To create a modern board mounted valance,avoid pleating.