Shower Power: Sew a Fabric Shower Curtain
- Choose a bold print, fabulous stripe or even a luscious solid cotton or polyester fabric.
- Decorator weights work well and often come with coordinates for window treatments.
- A standard size shower curtain will take 5 yards of either 45” or 54” fabric; if you opt for a wider fabric (like 108” or 110”) then you’ll need only 2 ½ yards.
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To make a shower curtain, you will need to select a fabric that is at least 40 inches wide. Since no width of fabric is large enough to cover the entire area needed for a shower curtain, a lengthwise seam in the center of the shower curtain will be necessary.
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A typical shower curtain measures 72" by 72" and a stall shower curtain, 50" by 78". As most fabrics don't come in a 72-inch width, you'll have to put together two panels. If you're using a print remember to match up your pattern at the seam.
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The Fabric You want to pick a fabric that stands up to moisture, like vinyl, polyester, or a polyester-cotton blend. A typical shower curtain measures 72" by 72" and a stall shower curtain, 50" by 78". As most fabrics don't come in a 72-inch width, you'll have to put together two panels.
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Since no width of fabric is large enough to cover the entire area needed for a shower curtain, a lengthwise seam in the center of the shower curtain will be necessary.
How do you make a shower curtain?
What is the standard size of a shower curtain?
What kind of fabric is used for shower curtains?
Do you have to have a seam in the shower curtain?
How to measure shower curtain width?
Measure the width of the shower area from wall to wall. Multiply this measurement by 1.5 to find out how wide the fabric for the shower curtain should be. If the your bathroom has a curved rather than a straight shower curtain rod, measure the curved rod rather than the width of the shower opening. For a fuller gather, multiply the shower width by 2.
How big is a shower curtain?
While the standard shower curtain measures 72 inches square, sizes for shower curtains can vary. Making a shower curtain that is customized to fit your bathroom is actually very simple.
How wide should a shower be?
If the desired width of the shower, including gather, is 75 inches, add 3 inches to allow for side hems for a total width of 78 inches.
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How wide should a shower curtain be?
As most fabrics don't come in a 72-inch width, you'll have to put together two panels. If you're using a print remember to match up your pattern at the seam. 2. The Size Regardless of what size shower curtain you're making, add on 16 inches in length and 8 inches in width for the hem.
How many grommets are there on a shower curtain?
Plus, they're fairly easy to put on: Mark the fabric where you want the center of your grommets to be. Typically there are 12 on a shower curtain.
How much does a grommet tool cost?
You'll need a grommet tool kit which you can buy at craft stores for about $20. Most kits come with a tool to punch a hole in the fabric. (I found mine hard to use so I used a seam ripper instead, making sure to make holes the same size as the ones the punching tool would've made.)
Where to put grommets on fabric?
Place the bottom of the grommet on the side of the fabric which will be facing out. Then put the top piece on the back side. In your kit, there should a metal cylinder to place under the bottom grommet and a metal piece to place on the top one. (shown in the picture).
Can I change shower curtains?
Changing your shower curtain just might be one of the fastest ways to spruce up your bathroom. But finding one in a fabric to match your décor can be tough which is why I like to make my own shower curtains. And believe it or not, it's a relatively simple process. Here's how.
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How to mark a buttonhole on a shower curtain?
For buttonholes, evenly mark 12 hole placements 1” from the finished upper edge. Stitch a 1” long buttonhole at each mark. For quick and easy marking, lay your vinyl shower curtain liner on the wrong side of the fabric curtain and mark through the liner openings so they’ll align. Carefully cut open the buttonholes after stitching.
How to make a top hem?
To make the top hem, fuse a 4” strip of medium-weight interfacing to the wrong side of the upper edge, abutting the seams as needed for the entire width. This provides support for the buttonholes or grommet openings. Press a double 4” hem at the top and stitch close to the lower fold.
How big is a shower curtain?
Remember that you may need extra fabric if you have a print that requires matching. A standard shower curtain is 72” square, so be sure to measure your tub/shower before you buy fabric and adjust as needed.
How many openings are there in a shower curtain?
Shower curtains can have one of many options at the top, but a 72” curtain should have 12 openings for attachments of some sort, either metal or plastic hooks or rings. The openings can be stitched buttonholes, or metal or plastic grommets—either large or small–so choose your desired feature.
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Do decorator weights work?
Decorator weights work well and often come with coordinates for window treatments.
