Position the lower rod level with the center of the window. The widths can be found on the catalog page and back of pattern envelope. Use the narrowest measurement and compare to the shade widths listed for the pattern you have selected. The widths can be found on the catalog page and back of pattern envelope. If your floor is covered with a thick carpet, place a piece of cardboard on the floor to create a level measuring place.
Proportion is key.
Use fabrics made specially for home decorating. If piecing is necessary, match the pattern or grain of the fabric and plan for the seam to fall in an inconspicuous spot such as a fold or pleat. Sewing large pieces of fabric will be easier if you place your sewing machine on a large surface such as a dining room table. If this is not an option, place a chair behind your sewing machine to catch the fabric and avoid pulling the needle.