Author Archives: Sibylle@CurtainsW6

12 April 2024 – Piping consists of a cotton cord encased in a strip of fabric cut on the bias. We can use it on loose covers, cushions and curtains. The finish is super smart and adds a sharp edge. There are three ways of adding it: use the main fabric, use the lining fabric,Continue reading “Add piping”

09 April 2024 – If you have old curtains that have seen better days – find a way of re-using them. Often antique curtains are worn at the leading edge and have holes at the bottom edge. It’s almost always possible to make them into smaller curtains. Another option is to add new edging orContinue reading “Antique curtains”

8 April 2024 – Which old curtains were you able to take from the house you have just moved from? Hopefully all of them! If they are not of a suitable size for the new windows, they can potentially be made into cushion covers, pelmets, bed surrounds or upholstered headboards. You never know! Upcycle.

6 May 2024 – Today I’m writing about how to save money on curtains. Fabric on a roll can be very expensive. Money can be saved by buying cheap ready-made curtains from large companies that enjoy economies of scale in purchasing. I can turn them into luxurious interlined curtains. Check out the grey door curtainContinue reading “How to save money on curtains”

6 May 2024 – If you’re contemplating new curtains anywhere, do also contemplate washing the fabric, or have it dry cleaned to pre-shrink them. When it’s eventually time to clean them, you won’t have to have them re-made as well!