So I decided that I wanted to make curtains out of drop clothes. Taking this
and turning it into this
. Sorry about the lighting (I really should take pictures during the day). Any who I am going to show you how simple it is.
First you need to buy/round up your supplies: drop clothes (I used 2 one on each side of the window), curtain rod, grommets (I got the no tool kind which was kinda sad I didn't get to gain another tool), and thread (and sewing machine) or no-sew stuff (optional). Ok I'll wait while you gather these things.
Good you came back. Next fold the top of your future curtain over by at least 4 inches. I folded mine over 5, but feel free to do more. Then sew or no-sew it down. This gives it a more finished/ polished look so if you are wanting more college hip loft feel free to skip this step. If you do do it remember to find a thread similar to the drop cloth color and then don't worry about sewing straight it is way up high where no one can see anyways.
Next you need to figure out where to place the grommets. Because of the weight of the drop cloth you really don't want to just divide up the length. Doing this would make the top corners/ ends look all droopy and we don't want that. What I decided was to place the first grommets where I thought it should go. I decided to put the center 2.5 inches from the top (placing it in the middle of the fold over) and 2.5 inches from the side for balance. Then using the template provided I drew on the circle I would be cutting out. I went ahead and pinned the two sides of the fabric together to make cutting easier. I was totally afraid the fabric would shift and it would be ruined.
Once that is done mirror it on the other side (make sure to go across the top of your curtain and not down the length). From there measure the length between the to centers and divide by the number of grommets you have left plus one. So from my 8 pack I now have 6 left so I needed to divide 66 by 7. After measuring and marking where each grommet would go I realized my 66 measurement was slightly off and I decided to space them 9.25 inches apart instead of 9.5. Note: make sure to repeat this on the other drop cloth; mine was different :(. Once the centers are marked trace the circles and pin the fabric.
Notice my oops- it will be ok because this is going to be the backside that no one will see. Also notice (if you can see) I use a washable marker to mark my fabric.
Next step, cut out a circle (make sure to follow the instructions on your grommets packet). I chose to cut 1 then put in a grommet -so time for another picture.
After the hole is cut and the bottom part is added simply press the top on with the palm of your hand. It really didn't take much pressure.
Ta-da! Now let's finish this project!
Wahoo! It is finished and I am going to bed maybe you will get a picture tomorrow with them both hung.
