Here is the before.
The underneath has become toy storage. Those toys have since moved into little A & J's rooms, which is where they actually belong. But then you are still left with unsightly cords. Enter sewing machine and fabric.
Supplies:
Home Decor Fabric large enough to cover open space plus several inches
General sewing supplies and machine
Shower curtain Rod
Instructions:
1. I don't wash my fabric. I know I probably should but for me it is easier to work with straight from the bolt. I used home decor fabric because it comes in a wider width and it is thicker and provides the texture I want in a curtain.
2. Iron and cut the width of your fabric. Take the width of your space and add at least 6 inches. 2 inches will provide fabric to create an edge and the additional will allow the curtain to drape nicely.
3. Hem the two cut edges. Use a ruler and iron to fold the fabric over 1/2 inch. Then fold the fabric over itself and pin.
4. Sew. I used a blind hem stitch and white thread that didn't blend well with the pattern on the front. I should have used the blue color for it to blend nicely. Luckily it isn't noticeable when it is hanging. Sew both edges.
5. Decide which unsewn edge is going to be the top. Measure around the curtain rod to find out how wide your "pocket" will need to be for the rod to slide in easily. Add 1/2 inch just to be on the safe side. Measure that length from the top of your fabric and fold over. Iron and sew with 1/4 inch seam allowance. As you can see I left the selvage so I didn't have to do additional hemming.
6. Make sure the shower rod slides in easily.
7. Hang the shower rod and determine the length needed to reach the floor and add 1 inch. Using the same hemming technique as before. Measure 1/2 inch and iron. Fold the fabric over itself, pin and sew.
8. Hang your finished curtain and enjoy not seeing cords! The space can be used for additional storage!
Do you have unsightly cords in your home? What do you do to hide them?
Thanks for stopping by!
Creating,
Leilani
