How to make a patterned Roman blind

Follow our simple step-by-step guide on how to create an elegant Roman blind

Steps 9 - 11

Step 9) Slide the dowels into the pockets, turning under the remaining raw edges on the pockets and slip stitching to hold dowels in place.

Step 10) On each pocket mark the centre point of the blind and slip stitch a plastic ring in place. Repeat 5cm in from each side edge of the blind on each pocket (see illustration).

Step 11) To make the top hem, turn the raw edges of the main fabric and lining fabric to the back of the blind by 2.5cm, press and tack. Stitch the sew-on loop fastener in place, close to the fold. Hang the blind from the batten.

Illustration, Michael A. Hill  

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Stitching your Roman blind