How To Make Curtains For Round Top Windows

Measure the window adding width for folds in the fabric.

How to make curtains for round top windows.

Most round windows contain individual interior sections surrounded by wooden or metal design elements. If you want curtains to make a statement then consider a full length pair that reach the ground or even an extra long length which then puddles on the floor creating a luxuriously sumptuous look. For a well fitting curtain select or sew a curtain that measures roughly 8 inches wider than the width of the bottom of the arched window and has two 1 inch curtain pockets at the top and bottom. For the rod pocket and header fold the top of the fabric over 1 2 inch and press.

Hem the panels and create a little tube to put a curtain rod. Fold each side of the panel 1 1 2 inches twice and stitch to hold the side hems. The circle top half window often called an eyebrow window or half moon window presents a challenge when hanging a typical curtain. Fold the top over again an.

Some homeowners hang straight rods below the arched part of the window to allow natural light but this is impractical if you live in a. If figuring a way to make a round curtain makes your head ache stop worrying about it. Start measuring at the top of the window or slightly above it using a tape measure. Make sure you measure the length to the point where you want your curtain to fall on the window or wall and record that number.