Monday, November 01, 2004

How to Make Tab Top Curtains

Decide on length. Factor length of tabs into consideration, where you want curtain to hang in relation to top and bottom of window glass and frame.

Decide on hem. The longer the curtain, the deeper the hem. I have used 2-1/2" to 3" hems on 76" long curtains and would probably use 1-1/2" hem on a 36" long curtain.

Cut fabric, including 1/4" seam allowance.

Turn under bottom edge full depth of finished hem and press. Turn under again, half depth of finished hem and press.

Blind hem bottom.

Turn in each side full depth of finished hem and press. Turn under again, half depth of finished hem and press.

Cut and sew enough tabs.

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