How to Make Curtains Out of Tablecloth

Imagine the compliments you will receive when people see your curtains in a fabric that complements your room's design. Imagine the surprise that will come when you share that your new curtains are made from tablecloth. Tablecloth curtains in a rich fabric can provide a finishing touch to any room. Read on to learn how to make curtains out of tablecloth.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Tablecloth
• Curtain Rods
• Curtain Rings With Clips

Measuring and Purchasing

1. Purchase a decorative curtain rod and decorative rings with clips.

2. Install the curtain rod on the wall above the window.

3. Measure the width of the window. Divide the measurement in half. The tablecloth that you purchase should be one and a half times the width of that measurement to ensure coverage.

4. Measure the distance from the bottom of the curtain rod to the point where you want the curtain to end.

5. Add several inches to the length measurement. You will use the extra fabric to create a valance effect. Most valances are between 12 to 18 inches.

6. Shop for the tablecloth. Pick a fabric that will complement your room and window size.

Making the Curtains

7. Lay the tablecloth on a table and fold over several inches of fabric on one end to create a valance.

8. Attach the curtain clips to the fold of the fabric, spacing the clips evenly across the top of the fabric.

9. Attach curtain rings to the curtain rod to hang curtains.

Tips & Warnings

• Select a fabric that is the same on both sides so that the valance matches the rest of the curtain.