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Tablecloth Curtains?

September 7, 2011 by Chris

Yes. Yes, you can. Remember when I put out the plea for the matching tablecloth that I purchased for $12.00? Well, here’s why. It wasn’t for two tables. 🙂

Raymond Waites tablecloth

I did not want to sew these, but it was a must. In order for them to hang the way I wanted, nothing else was going to work. These are in the most visible room of our house, so I needed to step it up. Just a notch. So, I started by folding over one end 4” so there would be a substantial hem.

how to sew curtains

The width of each tablecloth was 60”, so I spent the next 3.26 hours figuring out how to space the tabs that I was going to use as the pleats. With a lot of counting on my fingers and using my phone calculator, I finally figured it out. I cut the strips from the extra fabric left over into 2 1/2” strips.

how to make curtains

I didn’t worry about hemming the tabs or making the lines perfectly straight. Who’s going to see them? With the width of the tabs plus the 5” in between them, it came out to 7.5”. That meant 8 tabs total. You with me here? ‘Cause I think I just confused myself.

curtains from tablecloth

I guess I could have used some adhesive stripping or hemming glue, but all I did was a straight stitch across. It’s not like it took any time to do it, really, and I think it’s a cleaner look. I used the hem already in place as my guide. It took no time at all.

tablecloth into a curtain

Here’s what it looks like finished. Pretty raw, eh? Don’t worry. No one will see that part anyway.

curtain tabs

They will, however, see this part. Tablecloths. As curtains.

brown blue curtains

I’m in love with how tailored they are. I’m all about the “no-sew” option, but with just a little more time spent on detail, I was able to get the look I was hoping for.

brown blue curtains paisley curtains

I still have to hem the bottom and iron the far tablecloth panel, but that’ll have to wait until the weekend. Getting up at 5:30 now makes me a little more tired in the evenings.

tablecloth turned curtains

I’m very pleased with how pretty they are for less than I’d pay for ONE tablecloth. I’d say that’s still a pretty great deal.

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Well, hello. Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began...
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Filed Under: Decorating, Home, Projects, Tips/Tutorials Tagged With: curtains, living room, sewing, tablecloth

About Chris

Well, hello. Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began...

Comments

  1. Amy @ All In A Day says

    September 7, 2011 at 10:35 pm

    Gorgeous!

  2. Myra @ My Blessed Life says

    September 7, 2011 at 10:38 pm

    Fabulousness Chris!!! I love everything about them…great job girl! 🙂

  3. Lee says

    September 7, 2011 at 10:42 pm

    Those turned out amazing…and yes I do remember your plea to find another table cloth….glad you put that one to creative use. Gorgeous!

  4. Beth@A2Z says

    September 7, 2011 at 10:44 pm

    Totally worth $60! They look beautiful.

  5. Heather@The Black's Best says

    September 7, 2011 at 10:59 pm

    Those look awesome! I love the material and how well they hang.

  6. Annika says

    September 7, 2011 at 11:08 pm

    They look so lovely though! Worth every penny and minute spent on them.

  7. Jeannie says

    September 7, 2011 at 11:19 pm

    I am so going to use this idea. Often Joanns or Michaels have seasonal tablecloths on sale for 70% off after the season. You can buy them for about 5.00 each and make up great panels. Thanks for the inspiration.

  8. MJ says

    September 7, 2011 at 11:25 pm

    They are BEAUTIFUL! I love they way they hang with the tabs on the back…thanks for sharing!

  9. Jenny says

    September 7, 2011 at 11:33 pm

    These are AMAZING! Can you tell me how long they are? They look fabulous

  10. Brook @ BeingBrook says

    September 7, 2011 at 11:49 pm

    Love the pleated look at the top! A few more years and I’ll be out of toddlerhood at my house and my kids might be able to handle curtains not attached to the ring clips! They turned out gorgeous and are totally worth the $60!

  11. Kristen @ More Than Mulberries says

    September 7, 2011 at 11:55 pm

    That was way too much math and calculating for me. But I totally love them! Careful though, the math dept might be looking for you to switch over!

  12. Jamie says

    September 8, 2011 at 12:06 am

    Lovely! I have tablecloth curtains too. Although I went the no sew route because our decor is very beachy and it works great for us! Love that print…LOVE IT!

  13. Michelle L. says

    September 8, 2011 at 12:25 am

    They are beautiful! I would be proud to have those hanging in my house. Wonderful job! Such a beautiful fabric, too! 🙂

  14. Launa says

    September 8, 2011 at 12:46 am

    They look great!

  15. CourtneyOutLoud says

    September 8, 2011 at 1:35 am

    they are quite pretty. i hate it when you find one of something and have to go on ebay (and get gouged) to complete the set. but hey, i guess capitalism is at work!

  16. Jenni says

    September 8, 2011 at 1:39 am

    They turned out so gorgeous! You did such a lovely job on them, and they complement the room perfectly! 🙂

  17. marie says

    September 8, 2011 at 6:30 am

    LOVE THEM!!

  18. Erica says

    September 8, 2011 at 7:29 am

    Great idea!! They look great. $60 is still a great deal, I can’t believe how much some curtains go for, for 1 panel.. ridiculous!

  19. Pine Tree Home says

    September 8, 2011 at 7:32 am

    Such beautiful fabric and there are hems to boot. Nice job. I really like the pleats, very custom looking.

  20. Cheri says

    September 8, 2011 at 8:30 am

    Great job…they look amazing and I can see “why” you wanted to find another table cloth…totally worth it.

  21. ToTheMoonandBack says

    September 8, 2011 at 9:50 am

    Gorgeous! Love the colors of those tablecloths:)

  22. jenny says

    September 8, 2011 at 9:52 am

    LOVE the pattern. They are gorgeous!!

  23. Anna says

    September 8, 2011 at 10:35 am

    Nice work! I’m impressed with your vision and implementation. They are SO polished and very PB. I’d say $60 is a fair price to pay to see a fabric every day that you’re in love with. Well done. 🙂

  24. Stacy says

    September 8, 2011 at 10:39 am

    They look amazing. That is my favorite style, too…I buy the white ones from Target for $10 and add trim a lot. You could also use them as a “base” and sew or fabric glue any fabric on top if you are math challenged, like me!
    Stacy

  25. Nancy says

    September 8, 2011 at 10:55 am

    beautiful! Can you share a diagram of the top detail or a web link that explains it? I can’t quite tell what you are doing there with the pleats and the extra material. However I love the final product!

  26. Angie says

    September 8, 2011 at 1:05 pm

    I made this same tablecloth into curtains. Unfortunetly in the home we just sold! Loved them!

  27. Tanya @ Make The Best Of What's Around says

    September 8, 2011 at 1:22 pm

    Came across your blog through Pinterest! Cute curtains. I’m a new follower 🙂

  28. colette says

    September 8, 2011 at 1:30 pm

    I think it was worth it for curtains you love that turned out so beautifully!

  29. Courtney says

    September 8, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    LOVE the fabric!!! Beautiful! I just did panels for my son’s room that were a pair of tablecloths found on clearance at Target! Hey, whatever works-they look FAB!

  30. Marianne says

    September 8, 2011 at 2:17 pm

    Your drapes are gorgeous! I need something like that for my blah dining room. Thanks for the info!

  31. Redlilocks {Swoon Worthy} says

    September 8, 2011 at 4:15 pm

    Wow, those came out fabulous! I really love the soft colours and pattern. Despite paying more than you wanted to, it really was a fantastic deal – they look far more expensive than that!

  32. Emily @ ReMarkable Home says

    September 8, 2011 at 7:32 pm

    I have toile tablecloths for drapes on my slider. I put pinch pleats in the top and didn’t have to hem them. I have been looking for something similar to what you have for my living room. I saw a tablecloth at Home Goods I loved but there was only one. I didn’t have the guts to ask people to shop for me like you! Guess I should have! yours look great!

  33. Amy @ the Happy Tulip says

    September 8, 2011 at 8:54 pm

    They look wonderful. I am truly amazed at anyone who sews. Great job!

  34. Catherine says

    September 8, 2011 at 9:24 pm

    They look fantastic! I used shower curtains, so why not use table clothes? I’m going to keep my eyes peeled for pretty printed tableclothes now!

  35. Diane @ home sweet homemade says

    September 8, 2011 at 10:49 pm

    brilliant idea and I love the results! you did a wonderful job and they look fabulously stylish in your pretty home.

  36. Laura says

    September 9, 2011 at 9:14 am

    First- the fabric is beautiful. I love the colors, and they are marvelous in your room.

    Second- I love the way they hang! It looks like you have some crazy expensive drapery hardware under there making them hang like that. I am SO going to copy cat you in my family room!

    Third- brilliant to use a tablecloth. It’s a large piece of fabric, just about the right size for a curtain panel, and it’s already hemmed on all sides. Brilll-yant!

  37. Stephanie says

    September 9, 2011 at 10:46 am

    Ahhh! This is soooo funny!! I bought the same exact tablecloths at TJ Maxx and made curtains and a shower curtain!!! I love love love the fabric!! In fact, I posted kind of about it in my post today!! http://gatheredinthekitchen.com/2011/09/09/table-redo-stain-paint/

  38. Rasha says

    September 11, 2011 at 6:18 pm

    they turned out great…you just made me wanna re-sew my curtains 🙁 eventough i used my cell phone calculator , they turned out a little bit short 😀

  39. Grace says

    September 16, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    They look fantastic. I’ve made curtains out of vintage sheets and I have to say they are so worth doing (for the money you save not for the stress it induces).

  40. Jan says

    September 17, 2011 at 5:44 pm

    I’m so impressed – great job & you worked hard to track down another table cloth. I love the fabric design too.

  41. wholesale tablecloths says

    October 24, 2011 at 11:36 am

    It’s gorgeous! You really had an amazing skills making things like that. You’d pick the perfect textile of table cloth and designs for your house! Great!

  42. Cindy says

    November 5, 2011 at 11:06 am

    HOW GEORGOUS!!! I have used tablecloths for curtains, just folded over the hem in front (maybe 4-5″—it was a lace tablecloth) and sewed a straight line making a pocket big enough for curtain rod to slip through. It made a “valance” on top and looks really nice. I absolutely love what you did with the tabs for a nice formal look. I will definitely be doing this in the future, but for not I am off to get black paint to paint my mismatched bedroom furniture black to match it all with the fireplace and flat screen TV… I love your method for that too! Thanks JustAGirl!

  43. Joy says

    December 1, 2011 at 10:09 pm

    I love your blog and check it often because I love your style and I can’t believe it because I have the same tablecloth and the other day I thought about making it into a curtain too!! Greta minds think alike huh?? 🙂

  44. Alicia says

    January 11, 2012 at 9:39 pm

    I love how these turned out, Chris! Remember my post about my table cloth fabric? You commented on how similar they were to yours. I love how tailored they look, you did a fabulous job! I always enjoy reading your blog!

  45. Carrie says

    February 8, 2012 at 5:43 pm

    Omg so I looked up this today because I’m thinking about just making my own curtains because shopping for the perfect ones is just too time-consuming and stressful, and then I went to Marshall’s and I saw 2 packages of these there for $14 each! I was like omg what a coincidence, they are the exact same pattern! I was thinking if you thought you needed more panels for your windows, I could get them and mail them to you. I love your bloggy!

    Carrie

  46. Lacey says

    October 11, 2012 at 10:10 pm

    Just discovered your blog from TDC….you are awesome!! Love your blog!

  47. Tyler says

    October 15, 2012 at 4:44 am

    Very nice .. good job!

  48. Beth@UnskinnyBoppy says

    October 22, 2012 at 2:40 pm

    Man, those look fantastic! I wish I had heard your plea, because I have one of those exact tablecloths sitting in a drawer that I would have happily sold to you for WAY less than $48 bucks! Sorry dude. If you feel up for some matching pillows let me know. 🙂

  49. Beth@UnskinnyBoppy says

    October 22, 2012 at 2:41 pm

    Actually, I’m planning on using this on my Thanksgiving table this year, so scratch that offer for a while. 😉

  50. Lauren @momhomeguide says

    November 28, 2012 at 12:27 am

    Looks great! I am always having to convert long curtain panels into valences because I can’t find what I want, so I feel your pain! Great job!

  51. Liz says

    December 3, 2012 at 3:03 pm

    I’m a new crafter, so forgive my ignorance. Will making the tabs automatically allow you to position your curtains I’m that pleated look or did you have to manipulate them by doing something else.

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