Materials:fabric
lining
scissors
measuring guide
iron
ribbon
Steps:
1. Decide on the desired topper width. For the featured project's smaller windows, one full width (54 inches) was used, which was a little less than double fullness. For the double windows, two widths of fabric were sewn together to create the desired fullness.
2. Cut out panels half the length of the window plus four inches for mounting the curtain above the window plus more for hems and headers. Cut out a panel of lining fabric the same length as the main fabric but two inches narrower.
3. Pin the two fabrics with right sides together and sew the side seams. Turn the fabric right side out and iron the edges so the lining is centered on the front fabric with approximately one inch of overlap.
4. Fold the bottom up one inch and iron it in. Fold it up another two inches and iron that in. Use a blind hem stitch to secure the hem.
5. For the rod pocket at the top, fold over the edge one inch and iron it in. Then fold it over another two inches and iron that in. Pin along the edge and sew another line of straight stitches.
6. Hang the panels and arrange the gathers so they are even. Place two lengths grosgrain ribbon over each rod to gather the fabric. Get help to gather up the bottom of the fabric to the desired height and secure one ribbon with a knot or bow. Tie the second ribbon at the same height.
Media
