How to Create Your Own Custom Curtains

Buying custom draperies can be overwhelming. The options for style, size, color, and pattern are nearly unlimited. The costs can be eye-watering. That’s why some people choose to make their DIY curtains.

Where To Get Inspiration In Creating Your Custom Curtains?

There are many places to get inspiration for creating your custom curtains. Here are a few ideas:

Pinterest: Pinterest is an excellent resource for finding all home decor ideas, including curtains. You can search for curtains by style, color, or fabric type to find ideas that fit your preferences.

Home decor magazines: Flip through home decor magazines to get ideas for curtains and other window treatments.

Online design blogs: Many online design blogs feature beautiful home interiors and can provide inspiration for your custom curtains.

Showrooms: Visit a local home decor showroom or designer workroom to see examples of custom curtains in person.

Your own home: Consider your home's style and color scheme when selecting your curtains. Look for curtains that will complement your space's overall look and feel.

Professional design services: If you need more guidance or are having trouble finding the right curtains, consider hiring a professional interior designer. They can help you select the perfect curtains for your space and provide custom design services.

Steps to Make Custom Curtains
Making custom curtains is a relatively easy project for anyone with a sewing machine.

Assessment
The project starts by looking at the windows and deciding what you need. Are your curtains just for decoration, or do you need them to give you privacy or insulation? This will determine what kind of fabric you will need. If you want to make DIY insulated curtains, consider curtains with multiple layers of fabric.

1. Measure
First, measure your window opening. Factory-made curtains are always a bit bigger than the window opening. Your curtains should be anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the width of your window so they can pleat when closed. You’ll want to add about six inches to hem the top and bottom for height.

2. Calculate
You’ll have to calculate precisely how much fabric you need for your custom-made curtains. It depends on the width your material comes in. The people from the fabric store can help you with the numbers.

3. Get the Tools and Hardware
It takes more than just fabric to do the job. You’ll also need curtain rods and mounting hardware. You’ll also need an iron, a measuring tape, a sewing machine, a worktable, and a washer and dryer.

4. Buy your Fabric
Now, it’s time to visit the fabric store. Before you make your choice, look for coupons, and visit the clearance section. This can save you a lot of money section.

5. Prewash
Any time you’re working with fabric, shrinkage is always a possibility. It’s a good idea to wash and iron your fabric before you get started.

6. Sew
Spread your fabric on your worktable, and start measuring, cutting, and sewing. Double-check every cut before you make it!

7. Rewash and Re-Iron
It’s hard to wash your curtains when hanging on the wall. Take the time to wash and iron them now so they will look good when they go up.

8. Hang
One person can hang a set of curtains, but the work will go much quicker and easier if you have a helper.

Step Back and Admire
When the project is done, all that is left is to step back and admire your handiwork.

Making your curtains isn’t hard, but it’s not for everyone. If you’ve never tackled a big sewing job, start with a small job such as DIY kitchen curtains. Once the job is done, you’ll have reason to be proud of yourself.