From: SewManyProjects
Date: 03-02-2007, 02:59 PM (1 of 7)
Hi, I'm relatively new here and I have a quick question I hope someone can help me out with. I want to sew a curtain for a window that measures 45"(w) X 82" (l). I want it anchored at the top & bottom and pulled in at the middle with a 24" wide piece of fabric. Picture what you might see on a full window door or french doors, kwim? My question is how much play do I need in the length of the curtain, so that I can pull the sides in at the center, does that make sense? Maybe none? Ashlea
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From: lendube
Date: 03-02-2007, 03:07 PM (2 of 7)
I wouldn't make any allowances for pulling in the middle. Just make sure the fit is a bit generous from top to bottom. (No pulling the screws out of the woodwork. ![]() It also depends on whether you want to pull it in "all the way" or just maybe a foot across. KWIM? ![]() The tighter it can be and work the nicer it will look. Good luck, Lennie |
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From: plrlegal
Date: 03-02-2007, 03:21 PM (3 of 7)
Here are the instructions for the curtain you want from the front page of this site: http://sew-whats-new.com/CMS/content/view/36/46/ Patsy Patsy
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From: SewManyProjects
Date: 03-02-2007, 03:30 PM (4 of 7)
Thanks both of you ![]() ![]() I'm making these for our school room (homeschool) from the new (I think?) Michael Miller, Dick & Jane fabric. I want to use a 24" panel for the waist. Ashlea
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From: MaryW
Date: 03-02-2007, 05:17 PM (5 of 7)
Thanks Patsy, I was just about to post the same link. ![]() MaryW
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From: temom
Date: 03-02-2007, 06:18 PM (6 of 7)
My goodness, I didn't even know that goldmine was there! I can't wait to check it all out. ![]() Theresa
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From: VenusElaine
Date: 03-03-2007, 06:12 PM (7 of 7)
Very precise and well illustrated instructions for hourglass! VenusElaine "Always put as much effort into your marriage as you do into your wedding."
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