Prepare the Materials
Have the following supplies ready before sewing:
The fabric of choice.
Thread.
Ruler.
Scissors.
Fabric marker.
Grommets or eyelets (optional).
Hammer (optional).
Iron.
Pins.
The fabric you will use depends on your preference. But I recommend getting one that resists moisture, such as cotton blended with polyester, vinyl, or polyester. The measurement also depends on the size of the room.
The typical stall shower curtain is 50 inches by 78 inches. And the ordinary shower curtain is 72 inches by 72 inches. You are most likely to need two fabric panels since they don' t sell 72-inch wide cloths.
If you' re new to sewing projects, get a plain fabric. Printed fabrics require matching patterns at the seam, which can be complicated.
When buying a fabric, always add 16 inches of allowance in length and 8 inches in width. This extra size will be helpful for the hem. If your shower curtain measures 72 inches by 72 inches, buy a fabric that is 88 inches by 80 inches.
Grommets, eyelets, and a hammer are optional.
Sewing
Take four inches at the top and fold the whole side. Iron it flat and the same for the opposite side. You may use a strip of interfacing on the edge to stabilize and support the cloth. This method is ideal for lightweight fabrics.
Keep the folded sides in place using a pin. Sew the folds on one side, then the other.
Sew the Panels Together
Line up the edges of the two panels' center with the right side facing. Pin the fabrics to secure, then sew with half an inch of allowance.
The allowance makes sure that the edge and selvage stay invisible. If you' re matching a pattern, lay the two panels before sewing and look for the repeat. If the repetition starts after, say, 43 inches, measure the fabric from the start to 44 inches. Then, cut along the 44th inch.
The Grommets
You don' t have to perform this step if you don' t want to. You can quickly put buttonholes, but grommets look more professional and beautiful.
If you' ve decided to use grommets, you will need at least twelve of them. Or get a grommet kit at the craft store for less than $25.
Start marking the fabric on the spot where you' d like to place them. Make sure the holes are even using the puncher from the kit. If you don' t have one, use a seam ripper instead. Use a seam ripper if your kit does not include a hole puncher.
Then, position the grommet' s button on the side of the cloth facing out. Place the top part on the other side of the fabric. Once the two grommets are in place, get the metal cylinder from your kit and put it below the bottom grommet. The other metal piece should be on the top part.
Hammer the metal pieces until the grommet is intact and not spinning anymore. Do the same with the other holes.