Many people make the mistake of buying curtains that are too short. Either they do not take the time to measure the windows or they simply buy the wrong size. In other cases, the curtains worked well in one home, but they do not fit properly over new windows. Instead of tucking them away in a closet or drawer to collect dust and develop permanent creases, try these easy ways to make them longer. It really is very easy to make curtains longer using a number of creative ways, and they will look as lovely as ever. Inches can make a difference between using curtains or turning them into dust rags or shelf liners, and these easy ideas will provide practical alternatives.
When attempting to make curtains longer in an effort to fully cover a window, consider if they would look good with added lace. Shop online to obtain the best price and selection when searching for lace. It is available in a large variety of colors, styles, and widths. Not only will it make the curtains longer, but it will also add unique style and elegance.
If wide lace alone will not make the curtains long enough to fully cover a window, sew on a wide section of fabric ribbon to make them even longer before attaching the lace. Ribbon is also available in a variety of colors, fabrics, styles, and widths, and when used in conjunction with lace it will make curtains considerably longer.
Would fabric or lace ruffles enhance the look of curtains that must be longer? Consider buying ready-made lace ruffles to make short curtains longer, or sew fabric ruffles that coordinate well with the material as well as the existing colors. This is an affordable option, and when curtains are worth saving it is a practical way to make the fabric longer and more stylish.
Hand-Stitch Strings of Glass Beads for Longer Window Coverings
Window treatments that need to be longer can be embellished with strings of beautiful glass beads. Shop online for glass beads and you will discover a countless variety of colors, shapes, and styles, and they can be strung on leather strips, narrow satin ribbon, or even clear thread. The strings of beads can be sewn along the bottom of curtains to make them longer and highly eye-catching. Sew the strings side-by-side or one-half inch apart, depending on the look you want to achieve. In any case, the strings of beads will add a unique artsy touch while making the curtains appear longer.
Sew Tab-Tops for Longer Fabric Window Treatments
Tab-top curtains are very popular, and ordinary fabric window treatments that are too short can be made longer with the addition of homemade tab-tops. Buy fabric to match the material and colors of the curtains, and sew tab-tops of equal size and length. It is not necessary to have extensive sewing experience to make tab-tops. Just make sure the edges are stitched to prevent them from unraveling, and make sure they are all the same length and width and distance apart. Use café rods to hang them, and turn curtains that would otherwise go unused into attractive window treatments that fit the windows beautifully.
