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@carolkneale19956 жыл бұрын
OnlineFabricStore.net looks like I will be able to make this. What do I need to do to make it a top down shade?
@johnherron29256 жыл бұрын
OnlineFabricStore.net q
@lydiamarumura8442 жыл бұрын
Where are you located I want to order roman shades cordlocks
@angelav2906Ай бұрын
I made 2 blinds following this instruction and they look very nice indeed. Her instruction is very good and clear (even for a beginner).
@onlinefabricstoreАй бұрын
Wonderful!
@jandroid1962Ай бұрын
Good to know. I'm finally ready to learn how to use my sewing machine and after a couple classes, this is what I want to make. I can't wait! Her instructions are clear and I think I can follow them. How fun it is to have custom made Roman shades you made yourself. I bet you're just tickled. I know I will be.
@angelav2906Ай бұрын
@@jandroid1962, yes I was very pleased with the result for a 'first timer', I got the cord pullees, locks and string from a-mazon. Good luck with your blind. Just pause and rewind the instructions as needed.
@DAButera25 жыл бұрын
Very nice instruction. Just a word of advice on the hardware and fabric. The sunlight broke down my white plastic rings. They became brittle and broke within 5 years. My silk fabric also started to fray apart. If you can get metal or UV resistant parts, do so to preserve your work.
@onlinefabricstore5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips Debra!
@jaywesselink87092 жыл бұрын
Over a few years, just the friction of the cord running through the plastic rings cut through the plastic rings. I replaced them with metal rings.
@3TESLA2 жыл бұрын
I was wondering about the plastic rings since I live in Florida. The sun down here is brutal. Thanks so much for the tip! I really like this shade.
@KittenBowl1 Жыл бұрын
That’s why most professionally made custom draperies are made of UV resistant speciality fabrics. The rings etc aren’t exposed to sun but hidden behind a lining fabric also UV resistant fabrics. These fabrics aren’t usually available in a fabric store though but from a custom drapery companies.
@kelley5155 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this video! I made a beautiful Roman blind for a large window upstairs. The project went very smoothly, despite my limited sewing experience. With your instruction, I sewed my blind like a pro!
@onlinefabricstore5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad we could help :)
@susanwenzel95162 жыл бұрын
Love this video. So well done. However you forgot one important supply item: the stitch ripper. For those of us who fail to follow the directions precisely. 😂
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
So true!
@caitiebarber85673 жыл бұрын
5 stars! I just finished my 4th Roman shade using this tutorial. Thank you OFS for making such a user friendly pattern! The only issue I had using this pattern was with the stitch witchery. I was not able to get it to stick well enough to hold the dowel..maybe in the short term but def not long term. Instead, I sewed the pockets on. Luckily my fabric and colour matched thread allowed for the stitching to be hidden. Just an idea if anyone encounters the same problem.
@3TESLA2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about that with the Stitch Witchery. I've had the same problem with that in years past. I think I will do the pockets like you suggest.
@jandroid1962Ай бұрын
I already figured I'd be reinforcing that with some very careful hand stitiching. The thread can be part of the pattern.
@hollychitwood42256 жыл бұрын
I just made a set of 3 roman shades using this method. The stitch witchery worked very well even with the heavier synthetic decorator fabric I used. My shades were also pretty long at 68 inches, so they were fairly heavy. I found the cord locks I ordered were not heavy duty enough to operate correctly, they kept coming apart, so I switched to a pulley and eye screws for the valance and mounted a cleat to secure each shade. That works beautifully. I also found it better to cut the wooden dowels 1 and 1/2 inch shorter than the finished width of the shade, this made them much easier to turn back inside out and it made the edges less strained looking. It also would have been much easier to hem the bottom before putting the rods in the pockets, especially if you are using a machine and blind hem stitch. But over all they turned out very nice and I really found this video most helpful.
@onlinefabricstore6 жыл бұрын
That's great to hear, thanks for sharing!
@dchoyas4 жыл бұрын
This was one of the best instructions on roman shades. I made two of these in our office room and they look fantastic, very professional. Thank you so much!
@cameronrandall79264 жыл бұрын
I am an intermediate sewer. Followed the instructions carefully (had to watch/replay a few times on some sections). I now have 2 AMAZING roman shades that look close to professionally made. Wonderful tutorial. Thank you :)
@onlinefabricstore4 жыл бұрын
YAY we are so happy to help!
@merrelspencer2145 жыл бұрын
This is by far the best instructions of a Roman shades I have watched. Yes you can use what apply metal rings vs plastic rings make your own dowel holder or buy the iron one. The point is she was very clear on her instructions. Thank you young lady
@onlinefabricstore5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@carolwoods2534 ай бұрын
Thank you for these instructions. Your clarity and brevity are very much appreciated. The fabric is gorgeous and inspiring! I'm making my own Roman shades and I am doing them with your video right next to me. Thanks again.
@dianes.24894 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I have just finished my second shade for our camper. Never thought I could do this. I've only made simple curtains before. Your instructions were very clear even though I cut the lining material on the first one the same width as the curtain was, so I don't have any margins on the back. The blind still looks good. Also, I tackled the blind hem attachment. Not as scary as I thought.
@onlinefabricstore4 жыл бұрын
Yay! So glad it worked well for you! These shades can be tough, so we are happy we could help!
@dianes.24894 жыл бұрын
@@onlinefabricstore Thanks !
@starry_eye_wanderer5 жыл бұрын
This is a fantastic tutorial. I love how clear the instructions were. Feel completely inspired to try this. Thanks!
@onlinefabricstore5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@tammilabedow30714 жыл бұрын
Wasnt it though her voice and no extra talking straight to point and easy to follow
@zoltanhogye47067 жыл бұрын
great tutorial.I watched a bunch of other videos but they were either awfully long or confusing. this one explained the process perfectly. thank you:)
@mindbodyengineering3 жыл бұрын
Just finished making two blinds using your instructions. I found them very easy to follow allowing me to easily make two identical blinds at once. I hand stitched the hem as I am using an old machine but it was worth the effort. Thank you for making the video!
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@pinkangora3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much or all of your meticulous detail. I just completed The first one of my new Roman shades and I'm very pleased with it! The only alteration I made to your method was to sew strips of fabric on the interior of the lining for the dowel pockets instead of using stitch witchery on the main fabric.
@Applxy354 Жыл бұрын
I followed your instructions and build my own Roman Shade. They turned out great 👍. Thank you for the step-by-step demonstration. They look professional and in one quarter of the market price
@ninamelsted87024 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the easy to follow and easy to learn tutorial. You are a very good teacher! Keep up the good work.
@salidom3374 жыл бұрын
U-W
@randaalrisheq51317 жыл бұрын
The best video to explaining how to make the best curtains very professional
@fancystreet14293 жыл бұрын
I went to Goodwill and bought a modern print curtain panel for $5 big enough for my project. It had a liner too! Didn’t want to spend too much in case my project didn’t turn out! But it did and highly recommend this video. Thank you!
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome!
@sarahk8201 Жыл бұрын
Hi I made these and here are my notes: 1. Blackout material says to cut one inch narrower than FINISHED product, not the cut size of the drapery fabric. 2. My stitchwitchery didn't hold so I had to sew the channels in. 3. Blackout fabric will show light through every needle hole so keep that in mind. 4. I love how the pattern creates a beautiful border but my drapery fabric was too thin and light comes through on the border. I just chose a cute cotton that was on sale and didn't think about it. I'd make these again but reinforce the dowel channels to the wrong side of the front drapery fabric so I don't get pin holes in my blackout fabric. Thanks for the tutorial!
@skshepperd2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I have been totally racking my brain about the blackout / decor fabric sizes. UGH!
@sharizabroski69105 жыл бұрын
Nice job with this tutorial. I watched your video a couple of times and something caught my attention. May I offer a suggestion for someone who may want to use a washable fabric or even change out their Roman shade as decorating might call for a new look. I noticed that even though there were holes drilled so the wood frame could be screwed to the upper window opening, this also means the screws would go through the fabric. Small buttonholes could be sewn into the top of the fabric that will be secured to the top of the wood frame so the fabric isn't damaged by the screws that will go through the frame into the upper window opening. Another option might be to use sturdy hook and loop tape, securing the shade fabric to the front of the wood (and not over the wood). But thank you for a well done video!
@onlinefabricstore5 жыл бұрын
That's a great idea!
@KoteiDzanie2 жыл бұрын
Just use velcro on the fabric and wood
@squanru16 жыл бұрын
I am a newbie at sewing, but I think I am going to tackle this project! We have so many windows that need updates. We also have windows with no blinds. Yikes! This video was great! I watched other videos but they didn't come close how awesome this video is! I feel confident that I can make these blinds. :)
@onlinefabricstore6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! When you do make them, we'd love to know how they turned out :)
@barbarat57294 жыл бұрын
Sailrite also has a great video.
@paulfboylan4 жыл бұрын
Shawna Mod how to make a Roman blind topper
@-PE539 ай бұрын
This is a great tutorial. Time ago I sewed a similar blind but bought some special rods made of a different material. The top one came with velcro. The shop owner placed those plastic things for the cord on the top rod at the distace I needed and I also got some especial tape to encase the rods. You could sew it ot stick it with your iron. These may make the process easier if you want to cut part of the process and the rods are much thiinner than the wooden ones.
@joannehubbs62073 жыл бұрын
Very clear and simple instructions. This is the most professional looking "homemade shade". Thank you for making this video.
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Best of luck with your shades!
@peggypease37635 жыл бұрын
I just finished making a 49 x 73" blind using this tutorial. So happy with the results. It was time consuming and some of the steps took longer than anticipated (hand sewing the rings and threading the cord lock aaargh!), but I think it was all worth it in the end. Great tutorial and thanks for the PDF instructions too.
@onlinefabricstore5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Glad we could help :)
@cameronrandall79264 жыл бұрын
Yes - those little rings!! Ugh!
@shajay55114 жыл бұрын
Can u please help me how u did the stitching on sides? How did u fold them in?
@bullseyejack7 жыл бұрын
This is the best video on making roman shades that I have seen. I've made them before, but it's been a while, so I was brushing up on the method. Well done!
@deannawillis47423 жыл бұрын
I followed this video exactly and made two Roman shades for my kitchen window. I am an amateur and was intimidated by this project but my shades look beautiful! Thank you for this tutorial!
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! We are so glad we could help!
@bdfpgirl78732 ай бұрын
I'm using this as a guide for my first roman shade. Thank you for such an easy to follow video.
@Anran077 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I had no idea a roman shade is this.complicated. Wow.
@melindal.91896 жыл бұрын
You cannot buy a custom fabric shade on sale or otherwise. If you want a custom fabric ( to match or to be coordinated with other room patterns) this IS worth it! A fabric Román shade for a window is normally $700 a window.
@user-sx4si6jv9x6 жыл бұрын
True. We spent $7800 on 11 windows in our last home. Saving those thousands of dollars and doing it myself this time. If it takes a little time, that's more than ok to reap the benefits of getting exactly the fabric I want and save A LOT of money.
@w1ckedsavvy Жыл бұрын
Excellent instruction! Thank you for making such a clear and precise video without a lot of chitchat to get through before you get to the actual project. I love how-tos like this!!
@elisereid51012 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all your very detailed videos, you have literally saved me thousands in professional curtain making for my new home. I'm going to attempt these blinds next. Looks very easy to follow 😍
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Best of luck!!
@rmcgill77 жыл бұрын
I'm in the middle of making a set of these currently. I found that you need to use heavy duty stitch witch to make sure the dowel slots stay attached. Other than that, very good instruction:)
@betsyboop45744 жыл бұрын
Has the stitch witchery held up for you? Using an iron on product is the only thing holding me back from trying these instructions. Afraid it won't stay stuck!
@michellemead57112 жыл бұрын
This was a good tutorial except the music
@sophieavis5013 Жыл бұрын
@@betsyboop4574 Don't forget you're also hand sewing around the dowels when you sew the rings on, so it's not just hem tape.
@helenbowie63015 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your Roman Shade video. It was the best video I saw on this and you made it easy to understand.
@ginawestbrook43396 жыл бұрын
Excellent instructions when followed carefully. I would add interlining which makes for a very good insulated shade.
@onlinefabricstore6 жыл бұрын
That's a good idea, thanks for the tip Gina!
@VictoriaCaganLSCSW3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a great video with simple, clear and concise instructions. I really appreciate the attention to detail. I can't wait to try it!
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@CR-pc5yj4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this wonderful instruction on making a Roman shade! It is very informative and extremely helpful!
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@tcthebc6 жыл бұрын
Loved in instructions! I used this in New Zealand and now again in Utah. They really work and are very easy to make following the instructions!
@Paul.Douglas7 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial. Following it now, a little at a time.
@kristastewart84014 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial. Great filming and clear, simple instructions! I hope to create some roman shades in my new house I am building soon! Thank you for your presentation.
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! good luck with your project!
@aliismael38693 жыл бұрын
10,000 likes to you Dear for sharing your good knowledge. Many thanks from Mauritius.
@stacieknits4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this tutorial! We had existing custom roman shades in our home, but the largest one needed to be restrung. Your tutorial was so concise and on point. Thanks again!
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@nelimartinez39796 жыл бұрын
Next project I will try to make your Roman Shade. Looks very easy! Thank you!
@onlinefabricstore6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! We'd love to see how your roman shade turns out when it's finished :)
@Cyrilmc2220046 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😊 I really loved you’re tutorial. Lots of useful ideas 💡 in it, and a professional looking blind at the end. Great 👍
@onlinefabricstore6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
@architektura2042 жыл бұрын
finally, only your video answered all my questions. thank you.
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
I am so glad! We are here to help during regular business hours as well! :)
@gw50734 жыл бұрын
I love this, it is so easy to follow. It’s given me the confidence to try and make my own.
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@margaretmcmahan63245 жыл бұрын
excellent video with clear easily understood directions.
@usafamomsq87 жыл бұрын
great how to video! I have made shades before but this looks much cleaner and nicer. Thank you so much for sharing.
@usafamomsq87 жыл бұрын
Also I leave the ends open for the dowels so I can pop it off the window and throw them in the washer once a year. Since I live in Ohio where it gets quite cold I am adding flat metal pieces and some magnets to my window frame so that once lowered it will snap to the window and lock the cold out.
@kellybrown8870 Жыл бұрын
so organized and clear! thank you
@onlinefabricstore Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad it was helpful!
@gengmcintosh2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, that is very professional and easy to understand. Well done 👍
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@skee6706 Жыл бұрын
Very well done tutorial Thank you Now I know what I am going to do for my living room window. Great website.
@pandanotes28512 жыл бұрын
That was so relaxing to watch
@malathimuthukrishnan5883 Жыл бұрын
Very clear instruction. Loved it.
@dianeboolos54812 жыл бұрын
So much fun to make! Great directions. Thanks!
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Best of luck with your project!
@Mary-mz9kj3 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! I prefer the dowel rod pockets to other methods and does not add tons of time. Thanks again : )
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@jenniferfarsh6757 жыл бұрын
Very Good tutorial! I prefer no background music, but other than that, very nice :)
@arelisliduenas38407 жыл бұрын
Jennifer Farsh muy buen tutorial , pero debes terminar con dolor en la volumna , si vas a trabajar de pie , tu mesa debe estar a la altura del ombligo .
@manuelashannon13693 ай бұрын
Very nice presentation.
@kimworkman24252 жыл бұрын
Love this! Thanks for giving so much information and demonstration. Very helpful
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
So happy we could help! If you have any questions let us know! Its an old video but we are still here to help!
@elleryklein-fiddler93302 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial, got my shade made! However, were we supposed to seam up the sides of the curtain that we had pinned up? At one point it looked like they were taken out once the dowel pockets were put in, but then at the end, I had to fold over and seam the sides anyway. Any thoughts on what I missed?
@maggiemcelvain74062 жыл бұрын
Yes! Nowhere does it tell you to sew up the side seams of the fabric!
@lindawagener97272 жыл бұрын
I was confused at this point, one minute I had pins down the sides and the ;next picture you had it turned inside out . Can you please reply about this.
@denisethompson2922 жыл бұрын
WAIT! I see what you did. Never mind my question. Carpenter here trying to sew. LOL!
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
You got this Denise!!
@WNCBlueRidgeBlondie17 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the instructions. I've been wondering about this for a long time ..Thanks for posting.
@Cyrilmc2220046 жыл бұрын
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@waynettebailey7486 жыл бұрын
I was exhausted by the supply list! Not for my, but thanks for sharing!
@onlinefabricstore6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
@kathychang46922 жыл бұрын
At 1:53, the cutting measurements were 37 wide + 3 by 44 tall + 5. I am fine with the former, but I think the latter needs an additional 1.5 for the blind to go around the 1x2 mounting board as shown on 11:57
@hjherdamatjaya9615 Жыл бұрын
Very good instruction..easy to apply..tqvm 👍
@minervakennedy5982Ай бұрын
Very. Good directions
@annmargaretwatts64742 жыл бұрын
Thank you for an amazing detailed video.👏👏👏👏
@golbargaam7 жыл бұрын
really loved, easy way of how to make. Thanks
@MaringKababayanMixVlogs10 ай бұрын
Beautiful ❤️
@dianneparker49685 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial!
@karmaraad41992 жыл бұрын
Thank you, this tutorial seems very clear and easy to follow. I plan to use it to sew new shades as soon as I can get my sewing station set up in new home. Question - would this process work for a very wide shade (e.g. 78")?
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
It may be a bit heavy but should still work well as long as you use pulleys instead of eye screws. I would suggest not using a too heavy of a fabric and lining so it's easier to raise, but most drapery fabrics should be fine. Good luck!
@cherylwilkinson69243 жыл бұрын
I am confused. At the 3:29 mark she says mark the sides and pin, then next it jumps to calculating the placement for the dowels. Why pin the sides? then what? is it just pressed then turned right side out? I agree this is a very concise video but there are a few misses in instructions. ugggg help.......
@dellabourne1106 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant tutorial thank you 😊
@kerrymcginnis14122 жыл бұрын
You are a genius.
@NancyGallagher5 жыл бұрын
I am completely bewildered on how, after matching both length sides up and sewing down the entire length on both sides with a 1/2” seam, how you ended up with a band of fabric on both length sides of the reverse side after turning right sides out. 😓
@onlinefabricstore5 жыл бұрын
Hi Nancy, the lining fabric is cut 4" narrower than the outer fabric. The extra width of the outer fabric creates the bands on the back when it's turned right side out and the lining is centered on the back. Note that when the sides are matched up, the left and right sides are not matched up at the same time. Match one side up, sew, then pull the fabric until the other side is matched up and sew. Hope that makes sense! We have the instructions written out too if that helps: www.onlinefabricstore.net/makersmill/how-to-make-a-roman-shade/
@julennemoore58614 жыл бұрын
@@onlinefabricstore Help! I'm at this stage too and not sure when to turn the fabrics from right sides touching. I matched right sides and sewed both sides. From what I saw and read, I now sew the top and bottom with the lining centered and 1" fabric pinned on the corners but then how will I turn it right side out?
@cassiecoster76793 жыл бұрын
The video says to cut the lining 1” narrower, not 4” narrower
@pbilleau3 жыл бұрын
@@cassiecoster7679 It says to cut the lining 1" narrower than your finished width; since the outside fabric is cut 3" wider than the lining, the total net is 4"
@pbilleau3 жыл бұрын
oops, I meant 3" wider than the finished width
@ginas83663 жыл бұрын
Don’t forget to center the pattern before cutting your fabric!
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@carmenboyd98992 жыл бұрын
I purposely left mine uncentered because of the type of fabric and the amount I had.
@AfricanSouthernCross3 жыл бұрын
Very professional, even for a male to follow.
@onlinefabricstore3 жыл бұрын
You got this! Best of luck with your project!!
@nomancasta7341 Жыл бұрын
Very good job 👏 👍 👌 ❤
@brendariddle52883 жыл бұрын
Thank you, very clear and instructional!
@vegasjill214 жыл бұрын
This is a GREAT tut for these shades!! Excellent instructions!! I'm going to use and reconfigure a mini blind and hopefully I can figure out how to do it!!! lol I like it finished on both sides, for looks mainly...but also for less light coming thru. So thanks so much for your help o ths progect!!! Appreciate it very much!! Plus...I DID NOT want to use any hot glue. UGH. lmao. (It makes a HOT MESS!! ) o_O
@jbd95074 жыл бұрын
I saw a video on that, I'm sure you can find others, but here is one you can begin with, good luck! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hsCEg8l9u9KukYE.html
@lucianaferreiralimaalvesdi9452 жыл бұрын
Tem maneiras seguras e bem mais fácil .ficou muito bom mas complicado
@aliciakilfoil160911 ай бұрын
Thank you for this!!
@thedutchessk3152 Жыл бұрын
I can't understand when you are pinning the sides and hem. the lining is 1 in less than the fabric. so are you bringing the fabric to the lining and pinning OR are you pinning one side evenly, sewing, then pulling the other side together so that the result is an uneven puffiness? please explain.
@dianebush19363 жыл бұрын
You have been so helpful…. Thank you
@onlinefabricstore2 жыл бұрын
So happy we could help!
@SandraAnnEvans4 жыл бұрын
AWESOME JOB! THANK YOU FOR SHARING!
@mariakennedy18106 жыл бұрын
Nice! The stitch witchery is an excellent idea
@onlinefabricstore6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Maria!
@georginaclinton25115 жыл бұрын
How do you remove dowels for cleaning. Etc.
@Missoudabeh4 жыл бұрын
@@onlinefabricstore I've been making romans for several years and always been fully stitching the channels to the front fabric and the lining as it keeps them together forever. How safe is to use the witchery tape? You know how sometimes they come undone on pants hems and stuf like that? Is it strong enough to pull all that weight for several years?
@betsyboop45744 жыл бұрын
@@Missoudabeh That is what I want to know too, MsS K.
@jrcourson6 ай бұрын
I am in the process of making 2 Roman Shades. I am using black out lining which is thick and feels a little rubbery. So, I made the pockets for the dowel rods out of this lining and the stitch witchery is not working. I'm going to make new pockets for the dowel rods out of 100% cotton. Crossing my fingers that the stitch witchery will bind. Has anyone else had difficulty with the stitch witchery not working on black out lining? I love the video - so well done and easy to follow.
@elizabethdougherty16586 жыл бұрын
Great directions.
@onlinefabricstore6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Elizabeth!
@helenwarner66016 жыл бұрын
This is a lot of work. However it's probably worth it if you have non-standard size Windows like I do. Even on sale, I got a quote of $83 per window. Times that by 16 windows. Yikes
@jammajane32215 жыл бұрын
You left out one very important detail! Exactly HOW do you screw the board/shade to the window frame? Are you saying drive the screws through that beautiful fabric on the board?? That's going to wear and tear on the fabric?
@onlinefabricstore5 жыл бұрын
Hi Jamma, Before you attach the fabric, drill 2 or more holes all the way through the board from bottom (the side the cord lock and pulleys are on) to top. When you attach the fabric, it will cover the holes. Have a friend hold up the shade against the top of the window (the head jamb) and screw through the holes, through the fabric, and into the head jamb. The fabric will be sandwiched tight between the shade board and jamb so there won't be any wear and tear on the fabric at the holes. If you don't want to screw through the fabric, you could use a sharp tool like an awl to poke holes in the fabric before screwing it to the window. This method may not work for all windows. You could use brackets on the sides as another option.
@anniecallister81444 жыл бұрын
@@onlinefabricstore But won't you see the screws on the front of the finished shade?
@usafamomsq87 жыл бұрын
I have a question about step 2. After you pin the sides down so the half inch of fabric is showing do you stitch up both sides again to make sure nothing moves? And the photo where you show the dowel placement has the fabric showing at the bottom like it is hemmed. Do we put a hem in the bottom before turning it right side out?
@onlinefabricstore7 жыл бұрын
You could use a long basting stitch along the edges after pinning, but you would have to remove the stitches before turning it right side out. I just left the pins in until turning it. The bottom is folded up to create a hem after it is turned right side out.
@nouvellelainiere23414 жыл бұрын
Bonjour , magnifique travail merci de partager votre savoir faire 👍
@thedutchessk3152 Жыл бұрын
time 2:48--how can you sew one side, line up the other, pin and sew if the lining is shorter width than the fabric
@alinesotomayor58876 ай бұрын
muy bueno el video, pero como lavar el store?. Lo bueno es poder sacar la cortina, desmontar las varillas y poder lavarla sin estar descociendo y volver a coser cada vez que se lave.
@lindafranklin39902 жыл бұрын
Love how you make and intall your Roman Shade but if you could slow down somewhat in your presentation, it woud help to understand directions. This is my first time to make a Roman Shade. Thx
@user-xm1qs6hc9i2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I sewed three shades for our kitchen to replace mini blinds, and they have dressed up the whole kitchen. I've started a wide shade for the adjacent room now and am concerned about the width. The first 3 shades were roughly three feet wide; this last one will be six feet wide. Although wooden dowels have been unavailable in this width, I've found plastic 1/4" "ribs". Some users report sagging in the middle. Would stitching the dowels to the fabric in a few spots prevent this? I would stitch from back to the front in a matching thread color near the middle where it would otherwise sag.
@aishamukhtar54796 жыл бұрын
so nicely explained .. thanks a billion
@DeedeesDaughter599 ай бұрын
Question! Your instructions say to cut the lining fabric one inch shorter than the finished width. Do you mean one inch less in width than your fabric or actually one inch less than the measurement of the window?
@alexdevasia36013 жыл бұрын
Well explained 🎉
@catver5 жыл бұрын
This is a test of endurance.
@edie52854 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial. I was wondering if you have a video on how to make Roman shades with a gathering at the bottom? I am not much in to straight lines