Friday, May 20, 2011

Make Yourself Some Lovely Curtains: A No-Sew Tutorial


You may remember this fabric, I purchased at Hobby Lobby on clearance a while back.  It was destined to be made into curtains, but not curtains that were sewn.  For one, I don't have a machine, and for two, it was time to try something new.
 


So, I picked up a pack of this Stitch Witchery at Hobby Lobby ($3.29 plus 40% off coupon).  I hadn't used this before but my sister was confident it would do the trick.



 First, I folded over the top edge just eye-balling a straight fold and pressing down with my hand.   I could have folded over more for a more substantial hem, but I didn't have quite enough length for a big hem.



 Then I placed the Stitch Witchery underneath the fold.



Then placed a clean, damp cloth on top and pressed the iron flat down. Picking the iron up and pressing (not sliding the iron) as I went down the line.



Then I did the same thing with the side.



And here they are.  I love having the clip curtain rings as it makes it so easy to switch out curtains and to make some as simple as these.  These rods were here when we moved in - someday I'll get around to moving them up a little higher.



My family room is feeling quite happy. Quite.


See More of the Family Room {HERE}

27 comments:

  1. I love the print on that fabric. Lovely curtains!

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  2. I just love your ideas and your style ! Those curtains are gorgeous!

    ~Julia

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  3. wow! that's amazing! they turned out so beautiful :)

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  4. Love these! Bookmarking since I think I could actually do this one! I don't sew:)
    visiting from Serenity Now.
    Amanda

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  5. Clever lady! They look great, thanks for the tutorial. Diane

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  6. I think the curtains look really pretty in your room. Great fabric choice.

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  7. Love that pretty fabric...your curtains look so nice!

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  8. This was a good tutorial, and you chose such a pretty fabric. Great photos too! I Featured you today. :)

    Thanks so much for joining my Weekend Bloggy Reading party! Hope you'll visit Serenity Now again soon. :)

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  9. Congratulations on being featured!

    Stitch Witchery makes projects like this so much easier than sewing. I love this fabric and think that these curtains look great in your room.

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  10. This fabric is beautiful and it really transforms your room. Great job!

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  11. They look great and I love that fabric! I made a no-sew table runner awhile back, but haven't graduated to curtains yet. I really need to do this for several rooms around the house though!

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  12. Love this!! I do not know how to sew and this is a great alternative. Your curtains look great.

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  13. Love the ease. That is a really nice fabric too. Thanks for posting.

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  14. Cailan ~ just getting around to posting this, but I remember this fabric, :) and I love how they turned out! That no-sew tape is amazing... you're giving us great new ideas! Thanks, dear. love to you today, my friend.
    ~Jaimee

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  15. What a pretty fabric. Your room looks very cozy and welcoming.

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  16. Love them and your blog! I'm visiting from A Bowl Full of Lemons and am now a new follower.

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  17. Beautiful!! I'm your newest follower :)

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  18. That fabric is beautiful. Even though I sew, I would gladly try this no sew version.

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  19. You had me at no-sew! So pretty!

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  20. Very cute! I haven't tried out my sewing machine yet....I am hesitant lol may give these a try first =D
    Stopping by from the Lettered Cottage DIY party. I would love for you to come link up to my party too, going on all week!
    And be sure to enter my giveaway too!
    Thanks
    ~Iffy~

    www.stayathomenation.blogspot.com

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  21. Let me say this--any time I see the words "no sew" you can bet I'm clicking on it!!! You did an amazing job here! VERY inspiring!

    I've started following you!
    If you get a chance, please stop by!

    http://bcheniful.blogspot.com/

    http://www.facebook.com/pages/BCheniful/172756599415025

    Thanks!
    Brandi at B.Cheniful

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  22. Beautiful! I did curtains like this with the clips and all, but I used sheets. Don't you just love a good no-sew project! Visiting from Just A Girl, and I'm a new follower. Love to have you visit my blog sometime ~ absolutelylovingmylife.blogspot.com

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  23. I wonder if I could use the Stich Witchery for napkins???? Love this! XO, Pinky

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  24. Beautiful curtains and gorgeous fabric! I've tried to do that fusible tape so many times and I still can't get it to go straight!!! Yours turned out lovely though and I've got these linked to my no-sew curtains roundup post today, well done!

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  25. Curtains are not difficult to find or make. You can use these tips to do the same and make your space grow.

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  26. I'm curious what paint color is on the walls? I like the warm look!

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