How to MAKE CURTAINS at HOME that look INCREDIBLE! *perfect pleat hack* | The DIY Mommy

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  • Опубликовано: 17 дек 2024

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  • @thediymommy
    @thediymommy  3 года назад +35

    I hope I can inspire you to try making your own drapes! Get links to all the supplies & the written instructions here: thediymommy.com/how-to-sew-drapes-with-pleater-tape/

    • @27Spiritgirl
      @27Spiritgirl 3 года назад +2

      So inspiring!! I only hope I find it as easy as you make it look! Great job as always! xoxo

    • @memeliman7543
      @memeliman7543 3 года назад

      Hi, goodmorning. I like your machine maam
      Can i order you, only secondhand, oe surplus machine. If you can help me.

    • @anns8893
      @anns8893 Год назад

      Most definitely, you have inspired me to make my own drapes. That's the first thing I'm going to do, and by researching, I found your channel. Thank you for this information.

  • @lauriehuber3040
    @lauriehuber3040 3 года назад +88

    Finally a crafter that sews and doesn’t depend on hot glue 👍. THIS is a high end look.

  • @barbaracraze3745
    @barbaracraze3745 3 года назад +7

    Love the window treatments. This is the way my Mom made drapes 60 years ago. Everything old is new again.

  • @periwinklesjourney4150
    @periwinklesjourney4150 3 года назад +29

    I love making drapes and all home decor. Glad people are going back to drapes I can’t stand blinds.

  • @melbabowen4389
    @melbabowen4389 3 года назад +28

    The drapes are totally FABULOUS !!!

    • @thediymommy
      @thediymommy  3 года назад +2

      Thank you! I love how they turned out.

    • @lilybee_
      @lilybee_ 3 года назад +1

      @@thediymommy Can you tell us what that fabric is? It's perfect!

    • @thediymommy
      @thediymommy  3 года назад +2

      @@lilybee_ I've linked it in and all the supplies here: thediymommy.com/how-to-sew-drapes-with-pleater-tape/

  • @SouthernPineJune
    @SouthernPineJune 11 месяцев назад +2

    The drapes make an amazing transformation to the window. They look like an interior designer did them! Love love ❤❤

  • @kimaoyama9594
    @kimaoyama9594 3 года назад +27

    These drapes are gorgeous! I love the fabric pattern and color! Really classy. One thing a drapery maker told me a while back is that if you want to have your drapes hang with the folds properly in sync with the pleats (which, like you said, is the owner's choice) you need to iron the folds into the panel before they're hung. I tried that and it made a world of difference.

  • @karenraabis5296
    @karenraabis5296 3 года назад +6

    I didn’t even know they had that strip to sew on! Thank you!

  • @amyweaver7413
    @amyweaver7413 3 года назад +10

    What a beautiful, fresh look you’ve created.

  • @robertahightower2832
    @robertahightower2832 3 года назад +5

    I know this is about drapes, but I also love that ironing board cover!

  • @MeliTX
    @MeliTX 3 года назад +5

    Wow I never knew about pleet tape!!!!!! AWESOME JOB

  • @crystalnieling1196
    @crystalnieling1196 3 года назад +12

    I never thought about sewing my own drapes! Thank you for the tutorial and inspiration.

    • @Sally-nse2
      @Sally-nse2 3 года назад

      Oh you’ll save a fortune👍

  • @melissamckenzie5957
    @melissamckenzie5957 11 месяцев назад +2

    Wonderful drapes, Well done. Thank u for the instructions.

  • @Tutorialgorden
    @Tutorialgorden 6 месяцев назад +1

    This is a very good idea, I hope you are always healthy and I hope the audience is always healthy, thank you

  • @sandralewisdesignbycolors4351
    @sandralewisdesignbycolors4351 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for video on how to make that type of drapery .I sew and love sewing curtains and pillows for my home .please share more of these type of videos and by the way I love all your videos .

  • @MrJohnTripperson
    @MrJohnTripperson 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for the tips. Found the video once I bought the fabric and borrowed a sewing machine.

  • @kimberlyrudolphcap1789
    @kimberlyrudolphcap1789 2 месяца назад +1

    That fabric is everything

  • @marybethduke3263
    @marybethduke3263 3 года назад +7

    That fabric is beautiful! You make it look so easy...great tutorial!

  • @Mme_Chantal
    @Mme_Chantal 3 года назад +6

    You did all the hard work! I just need to buy the fabric. So many easy tips. A project I can look forward too this summer. Thanks!

  • @HarpreetKaur-nt7kn
    @HarpreetKaur-nt7kn 3 года назад +2

    Very very beautiful print and colour of curtains. Good job.

  • @mcgypsy9449
    @mcgypsy9449 3 года назад +5

    I just love your drapes! When I first started making drapes I thought it was going to be challenging but after the first one, I was hooked!

  • @lisaoh1801
    @lisaoh1801 3 года назад

    That breakfast nook looks so pretty and cozy! Love it!

  • @Beruthiel45
    @Beruthiel45 3 года назад +24

    I enjoyed this video. I made one bedroom's set of drapes this way using heavy weight double size bedsheets quite a few years ago now. I used white ones as liners and solid blue on the room side, and the curtain tape and hooks have survived just fine, very durable and practical. I can add my recommendation to yours! 😊 👍

  • @SamanthaBrannon
    @SamanthaBrannon 7 месяцев назад

    Your video is perfect as far as how much detail to show down to how much to explain. I never felt like you talked so much I got lost in what we were doing. Thank you for sharing this!!!

  • @pratibhaatwal4987
    @pratibhaatwal4987 2 года назад

    Wow those floral curtains are just lit😍

  • @vikimoody8783
    @vikimoody8783 2 месяца назад

    love this sewing plan for these curtains. I think I'll go measure now and start the project soon. If I can somehow attach pics later, I will! Thank you!

  • @robynw6307
    @robynw6307 3 года назад +185

    It's not the making of the drapes that stops me - it's the paying for the fabric. Anything that doesn't look cheap, isn't cheap.

    • @robynw6307
      @robynw6307 3 года назад +5

      @@malissawhite4569 Great idea. Once lockdown finishes I'll look into that.

    • @SarV1
      @SarV1 3 года назад +8

      I heard that. I live in a historic home and my son's room faces North and is always freezing in the winter, so I'm making thermal lined curtains.
      $84 (with sales AND coupons!) for one panel 😵
      $200 if it wasn't all on sale. 💀
      ...and this doesn't include thread or any notions 😭

    • @marriannnavarro7246
      @marriannnavarro7246 2 года назад +19

      I use flat sheets from thrift stores for large projects. A lot of the time you can find great, new sheets for a fraction of the price!

    • @explodingsuns
      @explodingsuns 2 года назад +13

      I know this comment is a bit older, but if you’re struggling to pay for nice fabric, check out the discount section at a fabric store near you! I went to JoAnn’s today and got a yellow paisley fabric that was originally $20 a yard for $3 a yard. I paid less than $20 total and I’ll have cute boho curtains for my apartment in an hour or two! I also second what the other comments said about thrifting bedsheets. I redid the cushion on my papasan chair with a thrifted flannel sheet and I’ve made myself a few dresses with them before, too :)

    • @kexyglamrock1498
      @kexyglamrock1498 2 года назад +1

      Dont get thrift stores here in switzerland so sad😓

  • @lisanathan8764
    @lisanathan8764 3 года назад +3

    You always make everything look so easy.

  • @tWz4462
    @tWz4462 Год назад

    These drapes are absolutely beautiful... And a lot of work❤😊..

  • @lesliewengel8222
    @lesliewengel8222 3 года назад +4

    Such a simple tutorial with great impact! Thanks for taking the panic out of a diy project!! Love the material used! 💗

  • @SamMagee
    @SamMagee 3 года назад +1

    You're very talented, fingers crossed mine will turn out half as well. Thank you for taking the time to share how you made them.

    • @thediymommy
      @thediymommy  3 года назад

      Thank you for taking the time to watch Sam. I'm sure your curtains will be great!

  • @ginaedralin
    @ginaedralin 3 года назад +2

    Ur so talented! Thank you for sharing ur ideas with us. God bless!

  • @pattiereiter9265
    @pattiereiter9265 3 года назад

    THIS VIDEO IS THE BEST! I LOVE making drapes and pillows!!!!! WOW! Pinch pleated drapes are my FAVORITE! I am going to be making these for my study! I can't WAIT! That FABRIC is GORGEOUS!!!!!! I am giggling with excitement!

    • @thediymommy
      @thediymommy  3 года назад +1

      LOL! I'm happy that I've now "met" someone who gets just as excited about sewing and fabric, as I do! LOL!

    • @pattiereiter9265
      @pattiereiter9265 3 года назад

      @@thediymommy YES! For real!! "Course, I've been sewing since I was 6 years old....And I'm now 60! hahahaha

  • @WilletteB
    @WilletteB 3 года назад +1

    This is the easiest looking drape tutorial I've ever watched. Thanks for so much for sharing! 🙂

  • @tbyrd1515
    @tbyrd1515 3 года назад +1

    It was meant to be :). I am looking to make some curtains for my living room and came across this video 7 hours after you uploaded it. You gave simple and easy-to-follow instructions and your curtains look great -- I can't wait to try this!

    • @thediymommy
      @thediymommy  3 года назад +1

      Totally meant to be! Let me know how they turn out!

  • @savedraven5096
    @savedraven5096 3 года назад

    Wow!!! You chose BEAUTIFUL fabric!!! They look amazing in your breakfast nook! The accent pillows are so pretty. I love the pattern! Thank you for the clear instructions and again, Wow! You are such an inspiration!

  • @shesfabulouz
    @shesfabulouz 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you I was just quoted $1200 - $1900 for my 2 story living room windows. I sew but have never sewn drapes, I think I'll try it.

  • @marierey9189
    @marierey9189 3 года назад +5

    The drapes are beautiful. I would recommend that you wash the material first before you sew in case there is some shrinkage. I've learned from personal experience.

    • @angelac273
      @angelac273 3 года назад +1

      Yes! Totally agree! I also learned from experience! 😂

  • @lem4100
    @lem4100 3 года назад +1

    Love them. They look great in that area & they go so well there!

  • @priscillawhinery9581
    @priscillawhinery9581 3 года назад +1

    Enjoyed the drapes like the style

  • @Rubysimms
    @Rubysimms 2 года назад

    whow whow whow whow yeh I love you thank you. A new house that has been neglected so just what I needed you are so good thank you xxxx

  • @annielovesstamping
    @annielovesstamping 3 года назад +2

    Wow! Love the fabric and the overall vibe!

  • @deborahpotestio4787
    @deborahpotestio4787 3 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for the step by step instructions. You’re very easy to follow! 💐

  • @nikiwilliamson9629
    @nikiwilliamson9629 3 года назад +3

    These turned out amazing and you did a great job explaining how to make them! I totally am going to try this! Thank you!

  • @karenhunter8569
    @karenhunter8569 Год назад

    GREAT JOB! My basement is an absolute wreck, and you've inspired me. I know what ill b doing tomorrow 🤪

  • @ashlee1984
    @ashlee1984 2 года назад

    The space is so beautiful!

  • @dm4859
    @dm4859 3 года назад +1

    Oh, let's see. I undertook 108" thermal-lined embossed blue velvet drapes for 22 windows in our house two years ago? I've made about half of them, and I've needed a huge motivation to continue. I also made some that were a tan and royal blue flocked complementary drapes for the living room sets. OMG, you made handling those drapes look so easy, granted they were not lined and not as long. They are beautiful, and I love your style and fabric. New to your channel. You are easy to watch!

  • @betbet9870
    @betbet9870 3 года назад +2

    You're so awesome, those drapes are gorgeous!❤🙆‍♀️

  • @nica.rivera
    @nica.rivera 3 года назад +1

    This is a great idea if u can't find the drapes that you're looking for. 💙 thanks for sharing.

  • @JesusisKing222
    @JesusisKing222 2 года назад +3

    The pleat tape and gathering clips are new to me and made such a professional presentation! Beautiful job!

    • @wendy2297
      @wendy2297 Год назад

      same here.....I have never used them before (I am 60) but boy does it make a difference in the presentation of them doesn't it? Love it!

  • @jonahdave5826
    @jonahdave5826 3 года назад

    Good advice! I am always amazed at how many videos I see where people don't backstitch!
    And...I have never seen curtain hooks like that before! They look really good. I don't have an IKEA close to me!

  • @ginahernandez3219
    @ginahernandez3219 3 года назад +1

    They look very nice! Thanks for sharing

  • @anns8893
    @anns8893 Год назад

    Hello! I'm so Happy I have found your Channel. I also want to sew table cloths, place mats and napkins. Now the big one is slip covers for sofa and love seat. Thank you!

  • @rhondagentry5253
    @rhondagentry5253 3 года назад

    I love those drapes, they’re beautiful!

  • @triciabeekie
    @triciabeekie 3 года назад +3

    So stunning! You always make these projects simple and easy to follow. I'm picturing a sunflower print 😍

  • @billsinks5025
    @billsinks5025 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful, you make it look so easy. Lisa

  • @ThePechangagirl
    @ThePechangagirl 3 года назад

    I love you! Thank you for all your inspirations. I used to has such a fabulous design eye, but lost it...I can’t see it...anymore. So I really appreciate your talents! 🥰

  • @ksmd18
    @ksmd18 2 года назад

    Thanks for video, I made my first curtain today and your video helped a lot.

  • @sarahtrende8205
    @sarahtrende8205 2 года назад

    Great tutorial. A simple way to achieve a very nice result

  • @mistral_uk
    @mistral_uk Год назад

    Thank you!

  • @vickinoeske1154
    @vickinoeske1154 3 года назад

    Easy directions with beautiful results. Tfs.❤

  • @aimeespring-cecil5463
    @aimeespring-cecil5463 3 года назад +1

    Great video! I can't wait to make my own drapes for my dining room! Thank you.

  • @StephMcGovern-b1q
    @StephMcGovern-b1q 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much! These are beautiful!! ❤

  • @Em22-wtf
    @Em22-wtf 3 года назад +3

    Love these! My mom keeps telling me its easy to sew curtains...my aunt keeps telling me to JUST START sewing, thats how you get over the fear of screwing up and even gave me her machine because she got a newer one and I still am afraid, lol! Thanks for this, you make it truly look like anyone can do it....I mean that in a good way, lol....I just have to pull out the machine and plug it in and just practice!

  • @bluebronx2000
    @bluebronx2000 Месяц назад

    Thank you so much. These are brilliant!

  • @salouafahem8146
    @salouafahem8146 3 года назад

    You did great job they look amazing you made the place so beautiful I wish I have your skills. I used to use a sewing machine but I couldn’t do a lot of stuff with it and now it’s been in the storage for years.

  • @theuptonsgocamping1135
    @theuptonsgocamping1135 3 года назад +1

    Great job! Looks amazing!!!💜

  • @katiequasebarth3815
    @katiequasebarth3815 3 года назад +1

    I love how those turned out. I will have to try it out for myself. 😊

  • @angelamuncaster3424
    @angelamuncaster3424 3 года назад +1

    They are beautiful, you make it look so easy
    I love your breakfast wicker chairs ❤

  • @tammiebogan2418
    @tammiebogan2418 3 года назад +1

    Hello. Beautiful drapes.

  • @virginiadebva4311
    @virginiadebva4311 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for this! Beautiful and very helpful!

  • @Kotabearpants
    @Kotabearpants Год назад +1

    This video was awesome! Thank you so much for sharing! I can't wait to make my own drapes!

  • @crterwil
    @crterwil 3 года назад

    I loved how you did this on the floor and not a big fancy pintrest perfect sewing room .. this is how I would do it and makes it so real and homey .. thank you so much!!

  • @ginafriend1690
    @ginafriend1690 3 года назад +1

    Looks great, Christina! I have tried sewing on a machine and by hand. It's truly not for everyone! Give me a canvas or wall, paint and a brush, and I can go to town! 😉😍

  • @Sue-rp6dq
    @Sue-rp6dq 3 года назад

    Lovely, not seen those hooks before make life a lot easier, than pulling the 3 threads to draw pleats in, I use ribbon top, middle, & bottom to set pleats, tied for a day or two. X❤X

  • @lynnedelacy2841
    @lynnedelacy2841 3 года назад +3

    It doesn’t matter so much for your decorative curtains, but if you going to draw the curtains you need to take into account any obvious pattern repeat and match them up, meaning increased amount of fabric
    I like to use 2.5 times window width as I have curtain tracks that have an overlap to avoid gapping when curtains are drawn
    I also use a deeper hem and add weights inside the hem - my mother used to use old English 1d coins as we are in the U.K. ! but you can buy them specially for the purpose- you don’t need too many but they do help with the crispness of the hem and help the curtains hang neatly
    Don’t forget to sew little pockets within the hem to keep the weights spaced evenly and for ease of removal prior to washing / dry cleaning
    Your curtains look lovely and everyone should be inspired to give it a go

  • @darlenesmith1858
    @darlenesmith1858 3 года назад

    Loved your drapes!! Added so much to your space. I’m new here but so glad I found your sight. You are so talented. Thanks for sharing.

  • @karenalongi4165
    @karenalongi4165 3 года назад

    Thanks so much for this video. I was able to make my own cafe curtain based on your instructions. Happy Holidays!

  • @gilliangilbrech3848
    @gilliangilbrech3848 3 года назад

    Bought fabric today. I am ecstatic. Not only perfect for wallpaper (1 wall) but area rug too!!! It just jumped out at me. Best part, found it at upholstery shop and got for $5/yd. Going to make panels & window cushion seat.😁

    • @thediymommy
      @thediymommy  3 года назад +1

      Sounds like you got a great deal.

  • @lovelearn5158
    @lovelearn5158 Год назад

    Oooh, it's big step just watching your great video:) Think I'll start with a test curtain first, on my mum's (now mine) very old workhorse Bernina sewing machine. Excited and nervous at the same time!

  • @rebeccavinyard2899
    @rebeccavinyard2899 3 года назад

    These drapes are so pretty! I have windows like this in my bedroom and I have a hard time designing the dressings. I will use your pattern.

  • @varieta9466
    @varieta9466 2 года назад

    Lovely! Well done! You’ve got talent!! ❤️👵🏻

  • @raneylee9617
    @raneylee9617 Месяц назад

    “Granny chic” 😂 that is my entire aesthetic. I haven’t heard that before but will be using it.

  • @karennetherland2327
    @karennetherland2327 3 года назад

    Those are gorgeous! You really talented Christina! Is there anything you can't do. Even made me want to buy a sewing machine and give it a try.

  • @atjennysplace
    @atjennysplace 3 года назад +2

    Gorgeous 😍 I really need to learn to sew 😩

  • @lyneae3786
    @lyneae3786 3 года назад +2

    Wow. 😳 😯 🤩 🤩 🤩

  • @lesliealexpilotti
    @lesliealexpilotti 3 года назад +3

    Stunning. I LOVE the floral print. So beautiful!

  • @christmasina
    @christmasina 3 года назад

    I needed this tutorial! Now I know where to start on my drapes. Thank you!!!

  • @monicakostak9841
    @monicakostak9841 2 года назад

    Replacing the RV drapes with blackout drapes for the front windshield. Thanks for the simplicity -I am using 2 Eclipse panels purchased at Walmart (42x84) but turning sideways to pleat and hang at the 42 “ length-need to check JoAnns for the pleated tape. Thank you!! ☺️

  • @elenafisher7286
    @elenafisher7286 Год назад

    I love this tutorial!! Thanks! That gave me courage to finally upgrade my bedroom curtains. ❤

  • @gayemarianesfox2405
    @gayemarianesfox2405 3 года назад +1

    You did a beautiful job, like always!

  • @sabrinaposely4768
    @sabrinaposely4768 Год назад

    Amazing video!! Thank you for posting.

  • @bridgetndlovu4650
    @bridgetndlovu4650 2 года назад

    Beautifully made💖💖💖💖💖💖

  • @gracia9549
    @gracia9549 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful!!!! 😍😍😍😍

  • @bmannion511
    @bmannion511 3 года назад +1

    Fabulous, as usual.

  • @alissainwonderland11
    @alissainwonderland11 2 года назад

    This tutorial is so well done! I just made the cutest curtains for my office. Thank you so much!

  • @lola-cd3jf
    @lola-cd3jf 3 года назад +1

    😲 Wow, your drapes came out beautifully❣ This is definitely something I would like to try once I practice some more on my machine 👏. As always, thank you for sharing❣💗🦋

  • @Sally-nse2
    @Sally-nse2 3 года назад +1

    Threadbanger eh. 😁 farmhouse in Boone eh😄 love them both.

  • @memeliman7543
    @memeliman7543 3 года назад

    Hi maam, nice to follow your sewing curtains, i like it.

  • @tinavann2548
    @tinavann2548 3 года назад +1

    The drapes turned out beautifully. Is there anything you can't do?

    • @thediymommy
      @thediymommy  3 года назад

      I'm really not the best housekeeper at times 😂