Tutorial: How to measure to make curtains

The only thing I find difficult with making curtains is getting the measurements. The sewing part is easy, it’s figuring out how big to cut the fabric that stresses me out. Julie from Yulki’s Home Decor has a great tutorial telling how to measure for curtains. She tells how to figure what size pieces to cut based on the length of your curtain rod, the type of curtain you want to make, the diameter or height of your curtain rod, and the length of curtain you want.

Click below for her tutorial:

How to measure windows for your new curtains in a few easy steps, by Yulki’s Home Decor

[photos from Yulki’s Home Decor]

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!