DIY IKEA CURTAIN HACK -NO SEW SMART EXTRA LONG CURTAINS TURNED

This is a quick way to make extra long 2 story curtains easily and with a no sew hack!
I needed extra long curtains but everything I found was custom and super expensive, I needed something that wouldn't break the bank, but also that didn't need to be sewn.
I found Ikeas longest set of curtains (118”) and added a second set (98”) to make the 186” length I needed. I decided to go two toned, but you can do whatever you like! That's what is so awesome about DIY! You will need a super tall ladder, I borrowed a neighbors but I have a Little Giant Multi 26’ in my amazon cart as we speak!
I also wanted to make these SMART curtains and thought this portion isn't as budget friendly. It's super nice to just push a button to open these up! I used The SwitchBot and they have been pretty awesome so far.
Curtains
I got two sets of each of these to make 4 curtain panels -
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Beige standard set
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FABRIC HEAT TAPE
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Curtain rods - there are different colors make sure they are all the same color
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I threw away the hardware for the curtain rods and used these instead
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SMART Curtain Options I used
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Ladder
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[@wyaldkingdom]

I'm looking at my wife right now wondering why she didn't find these curtain bot things. I'm over here opening and closing curtains every day. Then I realized I AM HER CURTAIN BOT. Smh 😡🤯😆 great job by the way, they came out great!

[@deborahpinkey1264]

At $99 per bot plus another $19 for the remote, you will probably be glad to be the curtain bot! How hard can it be to move grommets on round metal rods?

[@2a8bcd]

😂😂

[@rosemarydavis8785]

Thanks for sharing the Bot!!!

[@darlin1951]

My senior grabber thingy does not extend that long. I am using my walking stick to open and close my hard to reach curtains. One of those light bulb grabbers might work and be cheaper too.

[@LudmilaT.]

@@deborahpinkey1264 Let's say you get two bot and a remote, for a total of $240. That's worth about 9 hours of work on average wage. Now let's say that you spend 3 minutes daily moving curtains. In one year, that's 18.25 hours. Double the amount. Let's say you have to take it down to charge it and then put it back up every six months. Even if you spent an hour doing that each time, you still only did 11 hours of work instead of 18. Plus it is a one time expense. The next year, you already have your bot and you only do couple hours (or way less because that's highly overestimated) of work to charge, instead of 18 hours of moving curtains.

[@mercedesyoung5906]

You are the only one that describes the type of courting connection that works with the robots. Awesome 👌

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks So glad it was helpful

[@roxyroxieroxann]

Finally someone who explained the process well. Thank you

[@yourstrulyalisa657]

You did a great job. I mean a really great job. Congrats on your victory

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you so much for the kind words

[@milamou9352]

Wow, you are fearless going up such a high ladder. You did a great job but I'd have wanted each curtain wider for a more aesthetic look. I understand that's a lot more work for you though. Having such tall windows means you have great light coming in....fabulous.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Yeah I thought about it but I really wanted a minimalistic look... thank you for watching

[@Prieze868]

Terrific idea

[@NiNitosix]

@@EternalHarvestDecor I like that minimalistic look. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@karenpoe6345]

Once again I'm impressed by all of you DIYers. You're so creative and so clever. Great job! Fyi- This is not directly to you but every single video I watch when using brand new drapes or brand new tablecloths...No one irons them! You have to iron your stuff. You ruin the entire look with all the package wrinkles!!

[@veronicataylor9831]

Ironing curtains is such a waste of time. If you spray them with a little warm water once they’re up the wrinkles will naturally come out. I wash my curtains regularly (mine aren’t as big as these ones in this video thank goodness lol) and I just just let them dry naturally when I hang them up and they’re fry and wrinkle-free in a few hours. Give it a try if you haven’t already!!

[@nancyhadley1921]

Usually the wrinkles in curtains will hang out due to humidity, weight, etc. depends on what the fabric is.

[@debrabunting6904]

@@veronicataylor9831 Depends on the material. Some stay wrinkled until they are ironed.

[@lakewrites]

This was an ingenious idea to put two curtains together with iron-on tape! And thank you for displaying, and teaching us how to have remote controlled draperies...I'm impressed...😲

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching ❤️❤️

[@maesams6212]

Lots of patience needed for this project. Awesome outcome 👏 👌 👍👍

[@my6732]

Wow. Love the curtains, and may I add what a beautiful home you have. Those windows are just stunning. You are a very lucky lady to have that

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you so much!

[@terribushta6032]

Really great idea. I would have added more panels but it is your home and you are so nice to let us into it to show us your diys. That tape looked really easy. Great idea. That ladder made me get butterflies in my tummy. 😲😳🙄

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you for the kind words and for watching!

[@tommoncrieff1154]

This is a great idea, well executed, love the two tones. Most people will have no idea how crazily expensive custom made curtains are, if you say 15’ they know you can’t buy off the shelf, they’ve got you! After I hang curtains, I steam the fabric to get all the creases out and I pull them mostly open and manually form the pleats I want. I then use clothes pegs half way down and fully down at the base to hold the pleats in place, placing spare fabric or tissue between the pegs and curtain fabric. I weight the base of the curtains with clip on weights so they hang full down to the floor. Leave for a few days, steam where the pegs were if they have left an impression, and the curtains will always return to these neat pleats when you open them. Especially automatically!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

great tips!! Thanks so much for watching

[@tinavidales4510]

Wow 😳 that height I’m dead! Galaxy 🌌 Talent you have! Fantabulous Job! 😍

[@annettehall1569]

So glad to see your DIY no sew to lengthen curtains. I thought I was the only one who did this. The only difference is that my windows weren't that high. And I lengthened at the bottom placing ruffles. My widows are 96 and I couldn't find that in the color or texture that I needed so I bought them in 84 length and found matching creme colored ruffles at a fabric and art supplies store. I loved them. Thank you for showing the smart curtain rack. I didn't know such a tool existed. Love it!!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Yay thanks! And thanks for watching

[@maryiorio426]

Wow! Really smart solutions! That curtain bot thing is genius!

[@Diane56ful]

You made me nervous going up that ladder. My daughter fell off one when she was putting stuff in her attic. She lives in a high rise. You did a great job and I love them!

[@judichristopher4604]

She was WAY too high on that latter being that tall... Holy Cow!!! Dangerous... I climb a latter every day for my work... and would never go to the 2nd ruin at the top.... There was Nothing for her to grab if she started to fall ... and that was a long way Down!!!

[@rinna.b]

Amazing work!! You saved money in one area and put the rest towards the bots very smart

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you! Yes!

[@cherylelon2024]

Excellent job. The curtains are gorgeous

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@knk9657]

We just did this to our windows that are 16’….I found really long curtains on Amazon…beautifully made and lined.

[@amysmiles9751]

Thank you for making this video! Nothing in my house is "standard size" of course, and I'm trying to work on a budget. I thought of this but wasn't sure it would look weird. I think I will go with it. I was thinking of making the bottom part detachable for easier cleaning the bottom may get dirtier than the top with pets in the house.

[@jay_jjacobsen6695]

WOW....curtain bots! cool. You've got courage, girl, to get up high on that ladder like you did. good job! Loved your video.

[@SimpleNClassy1]

Amazing! You did that! Whew and so brave on the ladder. I’d need to watch again to figure the curtain tape but amazing !

[@scaredsinger0808]

The most clever, elegant idea I’ve seen in forever! This is total preference, but I wish you would have went with a solid drape! However…now that I think about it…would the part that’s cut and glued to extend the drape be noticeable if you went with the solid Off-White??🤔

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

That’s what I wondered so I ended up just owning the split and going two toned! ❤️ thanks for watching

[@mh.1568]

I would have left the top two windows free of curtains and put them from second set down. I love letting the light in! You did a great job!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

It was so bright in the morning our house faces west and we needed a bit of filter in the morning for an hour or two. I love the light too

[@doloresramirez3289]

Wow..great job. Love the curtains and new technology.❤👍

[@NestArtfully]

Super good looking hack, if done with a bit of planning and patience this may very well be the best way to tackle large windows. Love it!

[@LynetSandovalWitty]

This is ingenuity. Way to go, love the results and YOUR VIEW!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you so much! I sure appreciate you watching and the kind words

[@carmensiler771]

Omg I love this idea,I did feel a slight Anxiety when you were on top of the ladder but it turn out beautiful 😻

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

It took some deep breaths haha

[@33asmr]

Go head girl I’m proud of you love seeing women doing handy work we can do anything !!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks so much

[@MILLICENTANIGWE]

Really great video, I have had my curtains for 3 years now, but terrified to take on the task of hanging them or paying for it to be hanged, now maybe I will muster up the courage to do it myself. thanks.

[@margaretlore2008]

How did you climb that latter??? And then install the curtains??? What a great hack for the tall curtain problem...they look great!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

😁 it took a lot of psyching myself up haha

[@DebraBall03]

The Switch Bot is a game changer!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Love it

[@michellegeorge787]

Thank you for doing this video, I have been looking for solutions for very high windows in a house I am just about to complete a total renovation on. Love the hack and the bots.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks Michelle!!

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

😂I have a hard time with regular curtains bc I’m short. I couldn’t imagine Windows this big. You did a great job. This is such a great idea!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks!

[@wxclim8]

Those look really nice with the two color tones.

[@RosemaryN]

Wow- incredible bravery up on that ladder! And just overall industriousness- you are inspiring. If I had one critique it would be that rod protruding from each end. It seems disproportionately skinny with the quantity of curtain. I would love to see the rod flush with edge of curtain.

[@SmitaBhalla]

Omg you are brilliant ! Thank you for such an amazing idea i have been struggling with my tall windows🙏

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

So happy it’s helpful!!

[@chaday7]

I don't even have windows this tall but I'm just impressed that you got on that ladder so high up. You go lady. 😊 I'm so nervous with being so high up.

[@robinc3385]

Brava. Kudos to your patience and well behaved kids! I see u have snow outside so to let the natural winter light in I'd opt to curtain just the lower windows. Btw, transparent push rods to open close drapes should be available too.

[@sheilasaxton3836]

Great idea for opening and closing the curtains

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you

[@popazz1]

Incredible! What a neat idea and pretty much fool proof to use iron on webbing to attach two curtains to achieve a desired curtain length without the hassle of either hand sewing or getting out the sewing machine! But as I'm a wuss when it comes to height this isn't a project I could undertake, lol. Oh and the smart bot is ingenious, no need to struggle with dragging heavy drapes open and closed each day. Excellent video presentation.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@wonhome2711]

Great idea. Too make this more luxurious, you should double the width of the fabric and move the rods 12" more away from the window so when curtains are open, they won't block the light. Also need finials to complete the look.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

I extended the rod 12” but didn’t add extra fabric. Thanks 🙏🏼 I wanted a very minimalistic look

[@Theoanno7]

This. Two more panels will make this look so luxurious. Very innovative work done this bad ass lady!, 🎉

[@Built2kill]

Can you explain this a ittle more? Double the width of the fabric on each side? And add 12" to both ends of the rod horizontally, right?

[@katsalvador3674]

Good job. A lot of work but so worth it at the end. First time seeing a bot for curtains. Don't have those in my country. With Amazon, it's possible 😊 More great projects to come.👍

[@elizabethmorgan2513]

BRILLANT!!!! What a fantastic idea!!!! Thanks for such a great video!!!!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching

[@chareltrihart3424]

Woot! Girl! You did it beautiful like a boss!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@1012chart]

Wow! Remarkable... You are so efficient! Thanks

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

So nice of you

[@lynnstaton5732]

I sooo applaud you. Well done.

[@susananderson1071]

I really needed this video. Also have tall windows, no way were we going to pay for custom curtains. Think I might try traverse rods.

[@kenn1936]

That is awesome windows!!! Well done for getting these curtains done. Clever you!!

[@jenniferw5095]

Great job!! You can't find a way, you make a way!! Just like me. 😀

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Yes! Thank you for watching!!

[@suziecreamcheese211]

They look awesome.

[@christineraddatzciccone4242]

So great that you shared this innovative device

[@Lily_The_Pink972]

My knees are knocking watching you climb that tall ladder! Love the curtains.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

You and me both! HAHA took some pysching up on my part

[@jmac7361]

Thank you for solving my problem. I didn't know where to for anything like this You saved me 3-4 thousand dollars.

[@jled1995]

Fantastic!! I also loved seeing the snow outside :)

[@evelynj.amponsah8417]

Great Job on the curtains. I've never seen anything like that box for the curtains.

[@김나나-j5e]

Wow that's so tall! You're amazing for installing the curtains alone! I hope you could make video about how to measure & install the curtain rods, this is amazing DIY video!♡

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you!

[@diamondridgedesigns8503]

Wow, those are pretty slick and those windows are amazing!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Glad you like them! Thank you for watching!

[@bonniesnyder2731]

Loved your drapes. I would double the width to bring the installation to stunning.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for watching! I really wanted a more minimalistic looks

[@tijay8507]

I agree, they were nowhere near wide enough

[@susansmith493]

At least. These really can't be considered curtains. They're more like window decorations.

[@jessicaspirito4555]

Awesome! Definitely saving this video. Congrats on the new house! ❤

[@makeitmatt]

That's awesome, I didn't know those automatic openers existed. Looks great

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Right?! We love them

[@lenaheart8103]

Me too! Totally worth it!

[@merlinsowl9458]

Bravo well done! Looks great and very smart ideas esp. remote just perfect👍🔧

[@mariacullati2371]

Good planning and execution!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks!

[@JJ33438]

You did a fantastic job. love the curtains. what a wonderful idea!

[@SS-bq1yv]

You are a super creative lady ! Nice job!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you!

[@janiewarre9941]

How great are the curtains. I love the way you made them without sewing.

[@DMed-og6xv]

great idea on the curtains!! I have curtains that I didn't know what to do with, because I only have one panel, or some aren't long enough, but I love the design. I will consider cutting them and adding it to the bottom of others, and use that tape!! beautiful windows girl!! thanks for sharing with us!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful!

[@lizarce272]

Have you thought about using large canvas tarps? Painter tarps? They are wonderdul.

[@iloveulta2]

New to your channel, You are a genius....my custom curtains were so expensive...and that is why they have been and will continue to be up there for the rest of my life LOL!!! they were installed for me too because there is no way I would have gone up on a ladder nor scaffold to do it myself....and OMG!!! the switchbot I had no idea such thing existed....ugh, now I want them lol....going to go see some more of your videos =)

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Haha thank you!! I had to come up with another option haha

[@Phyllyps-Levine]

Your channel should be called BEYOND MCGIVER! So cool!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Haha that’s so nice! Thank you!

[@roccoelliot]

Might have to try this! I got some tall windows like that i need to cover up!!

[@normajean2855]

Thats soo cool... love them well done, Id be doing that too, playing with them all day long...

[@marilynbrandenburg452]

What a great video! Simple and concise on the directions. Anyone can follow these directions and the curtains look awesome! I wish when others do videos they could take a few pointers from you on how to do a DIY video!!! You had me as a subscriber as soon as I watched it!

[@suzettehigney2977]

What a wonderful idea

[@bunnybiddle4026]

They look amazing!!!!!

[@willliu3025]

👏wow .. thank you great idea and worth watching.. great two tone color.

[@marlenecobran4419]

Interesting....I have the same problem. .lovely good job 👍

[@jacquibishop4189]

Those windows are Amazing!

[@anaortiz4003]

Fantastic, thank you for sharing God bless you and your family 🤗

[@jenniferwalkswithHim]

OK according to Amazon and the the company who make the bots they’re saying you can’t use them with grommet curtains I see you did how are you liking them today are they still doing good do they get stuck a lot or are they fine I would like your input before I buy them Thanks so for all your hard work to make these videos!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

They are pretty heavy so they do slow down and don’t close all the way one times now, and they need charged fairly often. I like them a lot and I would buy them again because of my situation they work. But they do have a hard time sometimes

[@racheljolley26352]

Absolutely brilliant work, clever lady! Thank you 😊

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks for being here

[@deedeetoney7451]

Wow genius install!!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks!

[@NiNitosix]

You deserve more than just one 👍🏼 … wow!!!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Awe thanks!

[@NiNitosix]

@@EternalHarvestDecor you’re welcome!

[@craigchisholm924]

how cool are those switch bots!!

[@patbowman9959]

Hey kids, your Mom is a genius!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Haha thank you

[@SixtiesWoman]

How long does a charge last on the curtain bot? What a cool idea! Edited…oops, you told us…lol.

[@ree1853]

Girl, you did that! A bit too much climbing on that ladder for me, but I'm going to hold my breath and give it a whirl! Thanks for the great ideas! New subbie!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you! You could rent scaffolding too? That might be better and safet

[@ree1853]

@@EternalHarvestDecor I think that I'm going to "solider" through it like you did. There was something about your ease of being up there that inspired me! 🤗

[@marypugh3876]

You are my hero....Wonder woman!! Luvit!

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Awe shucks thanks !

[@veronicataylor9831]

This is so impressive on pretty much every level

[@rosieroberts6738]

I just found your channel. I absolutely...LOVED this!!! You made it look so easy too!!! 😊😁😀👍

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Omg thank you so much! I’m so glad you came!

[@patriciaflores2776]

Thank YOU for sharing, curtain's look beautiful!🌞

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

❤️❤️

[@sanmarie6243]

Love the project. Great job. Great idea. But because I'm allergic to lines and creases I would have steamed/ironed out the lines from the packaging. LOL I know. I'm strange.

[@pamelagillham755]

Good job, I’m impressed

[@curtarra]

Love the curtains. what a GOOD idea!💓

[@pcproff]

Wow your braver than me going up that high on a ladder that high. Heights are really the only thing I'm scared of YIKES!

[@Theshadythrifter]

As an independent woman this is so impowering to watch! You go girl!!!

[@patbailey-persad6516]

Lovely n i love the bot thingee

[@johnitaroberts-huff1458]

Love how you made your curtains two tone, very easy😊😊, thanks for sharing 👍🏼

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@chrisby911]

I so love the smart curtain bot, great job!!! :)

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Yay! Thank you!

[@legrandeileen4863]

beautiful love the curtain system

[@esotericone9101]

Wow!! Great ideas and so creative

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you! 😊

[@shezzal775]

Brilliant !!! You are so clever.

[@EternalHarvestDecor]

Thank you! 😊