DIY Faux Roman Shade
Sew the sides first
After everything is folded over 1/2″ and ironed on the sides, top, and bottom, Line up the fabric so the wrong side is facing up and the right edge is lined up against the edge of the sewing machine foot. (as pictured below)
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Sew
For the sides only, sew a few stitches forward, then if your machine has a back stitch button, sew backward a few stitches to lock the thread in place. Using a straight stitch, sew along the side. When you get to the end, again back up the stitch a few stitches and move forward to lock in the stitch.
After you have sewn the sides, repeat the same instructions for the bottom.
For the top, fold the material over one inch to allow for a pocket. This is where you will insert the tension rod. With the material folded over, align this to the left of the sewing machine foot, and sew.
Add tension rods
Add a tension rod through the top pocket, and place at the top of the window.
In front of the material, add three more tension rods.
Create folds
Starting at the top tension rod, pull up the material to create a fold that hides the tension rod.
Work top down
This part doesn’t have to be perfect, but continue to work down pulling up a bit of the material and draping it over the tension rod. When you get to the bottom, there should be a couple inches of material hanging down.
Adjust the spacing accordingly.
You just created a faux roman shade!
Just like that you have created a custom window treatment that was inexpensive. Change it out for seasons, holidays, or as your decor changes.
Enjoy!