Amount of gather in the finished curtain.
How to work out amount of fabric for curtains.
Using under stitching helps the additional fabric stay to the backside of the curtain.
1 5 times fullness is good for thicker fabrics 2 times fullness is average for draperies and sheers generally have 3 times fullness.
75 90 and in some cases 105 to 110 inches.
Close 1 25 1 5 2 2 5 3.
42 to 45 inches.
This calculator will also work out your fabric and linging hem allowances number of widths heading allowances and the length of buckram or heading tape needed to make the curtains.
Of course the first step in any sewing project is knowing how much fabric you need to buy.
Our curtain fabric calculator will automatically add 8 inches 20 cms to each drop of fabric for hem allowances.
We are very pleased to announce that the results of our curtain fabric calculator now include the amount of header tape rufflete required.
Store bought curtains are often pricy and come in limited options.
54 58 and 60 inches.
6 inches 15 cms for the bottom hem and 2 inches 5 cms for the.
Use drapery weights to assist the way a curtain hangs.
Use a different fabric for hems and topper facings seaming the fabric that will be on the back of the curtain at the folds.
Making your own curtains isn t too hard.
Calculates for lined curtains interlined.
Fabric is woven in several conventional widths.
With thousands of different fabrics to choose from you may want to make your own custom curtains rather than pay a premium price for ones that don t perfectly match your decor.
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Add borders of a contrasting print or solid fabric to add length and or width.