This shower curtain is so gorgeous, but I had a small problem- none of our bathrooms have actual shower curtains. They have the doors. So I was disappointed to think I had no use for such a cute ruffle project. But who needs a shower? I have windows, and windows have curtains! Problem solved! My Princess is (was) in desperate need of better curtains in her playroom, so that is where I decided to begin.
- I transformed the curtain into a rod pocket curtain, so I trimmed off the grommet portion at the top.
- I measured the total length that I wanted for the curtain. Then I added four inches to the top for the rod pocket and three inches to the bottom for the hem. I cut the curtain off at this measurement. For me, it was 63 inches, but this will change according to the length of your window.
- I decided to leave window with a one panel curtain, but the panel obviously needed to be widened. I cut the curtain in half to add a panel.
- I took one 84 inch long multi-colored curtain panel and cut it in half. Set one part aside. Take the other half and cut it in half (you now have two curtain panel fourths). Do not cut any from the length. You’ll need all of this for the ruffle.
- I took another 84 inch long navy colored curtain panel and cut it in half. Store half of the panel in your craft stash for later- it will not be used. Take the other half and cut it in half (you now have two curtain panel fourths). Do not cut any from the length. You may notice the pleats in my navy fabric. I was super lucky enough to have a curtain panel that was pre-pleated. I thought it added an interesting dimension to the curtain, so I left it.
To create the ruffle, sew a long stitch (using the maximum stitch length on your sewing machine) down the center of each ruffle. For more information on gathering fabric, see {This Post}. Taking the center ruffle piece (for me it was the navy strip), pin it to the large panel in the middle. Since the top of mine is pleated, and I didn’t want to ruffle that part, I sewed it in the way that it was. I then used the long stitch to gather the bottom part until it was the same length as the large curtain panel. Pin and stitch in place on both sides of the center ruffle. Do not worry about finishing the ends. They will be covered by the side ruffles.
I made two of these- one for each window!
Absolutely gorgeous! I love how you did vertical ruffles…what an ingenious idea. Enjoy your weekend, Melanie. Megan
Great idea Melanie!! I love the vertical ruffles and the pleats together so clever!
That is absolutely adorable! Great job! I would love if you shared it at my new link party for the fiber arts!!
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I LOVE these! So cute, and what a great idea to just have it be one panel tied in the center like that!!
What a great idea! I love the pleats and ruffles. I have some curtains that don’t quite fit their windows. This idea could add some pizazz and make them fit.
I know I am just repeating all the other comments but really. It turned out so cute! and vertical ruffles? That’s just thinking outside the box!
I love this! You made it so cute and unique. The colors are so fun, and I love all of the ruffles!
Great job! What a fun challenge!
♥ Bethany
http://www.happyhomemaker.me
I really love it! You made a good job 😉
So CUTE!! Crossing my fingers you’ll share at my party! Saturdays at Seven! XO, Aimee
What a fabulous idea, Melanie!! Loving all the fabrics you incorporated! Would be super delighted if you could join us & link up at Mop It Up Mondays: http://www.ishouldbemoppingthefloor.com/2012/06/mop-it-up-mondays-21-with-give-away.html
{HUGS},
kristi
I absolutely love this! If only I could sew. Going to save this and send it to my mom the seamstress for inspiration and hinting for a Christmas gift. Love it!
Thank you for linking up to Hookin on Hump Day, Melanie! Just wanted you to know I’ve chosen your post as one of the featured posts! Great job!
–Sara
http://www.mymerrymessylife.com
Melanie, those are awesome! I am so bummed I missed the Pinspired/Rewired challenge this time. I was so excited about it, because I have made these fabric poms for my daughter’s room that I wanted to enter. But, vacation came first :). Thanks so much for sharing these at our Handmade Tuesdays party.
GORGEOUS GORGEOUS curtain Melanie! Love all the ruffles and bright colours!
Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
Hope you have a fabulous week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/
It looks beautiful!! I love it!!
They turned out great! So glad you linked these up to the party as well!
You did a FABULOUS job!!!!! I would love to have it!! hehe
Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality! I can’t wait to see what you’ll be linking up this evening!
GORGEOUS! How beautiful! I’m sure your little girl just loved her beautiful new curtain 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing at Mom On Timeout!
Adorable! Love the colors and the sweet ruffles..
xoxo
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