- Re-press under the top raw edge 1/2".
- Press under the amount you allowed for a header facing.
- Straight stitch the pressed under raw edge. Back stitch the ends of the stitching.
- Set a seam guide to guide your stitching and sew the upper line of stitching that will form the rod casing. Back stitch the ends of the stitching.
How to Sew a Basic Curtain Panel
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide
Sew the Header & Rod Pocket
Sew the Header & Rod Pocket
Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comPrev
- Materials
- Turn and Press Raw Edges
- Side Hems
- Sew the Header & Rod Pocket
- Sew the Hem
- Sew a Valance
- Sew Tie-Backs
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