How to Make a Roman Blind : Handy Makes #01

A tutorial to help you build your own roman blind. Our blind ended up being a combination of a couple of other excellent KZbin tutorials. For more details, you can check them out here:
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[@donnarieders1944]

Great job! I especially enjoyed your cat. I have 4 & they “help” me just like your kitty does!

[@youtubechannel12371]

Dang that was is professional looking! I need to step my sewing game up!

[@Handyverse]

Thanks!

[@calmheart1782]

I found some great fabric at our local thrift store for practically nothing a couple of weeks before the Covid 19 lockdown. One of my projects is to a make shade. I haven’t made one in a few years. I really like your version. It turned out just beautiful! Thank you for the video.

[@Handyverse]

Thanks so much! Good luck with your own blind. :)

[@kathyl6677]

I'll have to watch again. I was surprised when the text mentioned sleeves, as I don't remember your mentioning that [step] before beginning. I was also surprised the you turned it inside out. Beautiful shade. Well done.

[@Handyverse]

+Kathy L I think you are correct. I don't mention this at the beginning. My apologies if it caused and confusion. I think the sleeves around the rods are great because it creates a cleaner look from outside. Don't forget about those neighbours. Would love to see your finished product. Thanks for watching!

[@lynnlee4822]

Thank you very much. Very useful and helpful. Never knew it was doable.

[@MaringKababayanMixVlogs]

You have a great talent

[@suemount6042]

First time I’ve seen this done with dowel pockets on the inside so much nicer but what happens when you want to clean you blinds? Looks beautiful though

[@Aprilwarhol]

thank u for the DIY, love it.

[@zahrahayati4779]

Thank you This is a great job 👍🏻👍🏻

[@tadbit822]

Question for clarfication. After one puts the lining on the fabric and sews the edges the next step is to fold the edge (good fabric on itself). Does the entire side get stitched again after pinning? Is it over the firs stitching? Is the seam a half inch? I understand all the rest of the video except this step and have pulled out stitching twice. I am talking about the step after sewing the lining and fabric together so that it wraps around. Thank you.

[@Handyverse]

Hi Tracey. So sorry we didnt get to your comment sooner. How are you making out? I see in the video where this is a bit unclear. You sew the horizontal side (shorter side) in 1/2 inch to close one end of your blind not the length side. You only sew that side the one time and it sound like you already did that step. Let us know if you are still stuck at [e-mail]. Send a pic. Good luck!

[@sueandrews2476]

I love it!❤

[@sandeeppanchal7673]

🙏 Thanks

[@Jewelznme]

I think its smart that you made it Velcro because most people put it on the board with staple gun but how will they wash it? I think I am doing it your way. Thanks for the inspo.

[@Handyverse]

Thanks for the kind words! The Velcro works great for us

[@3Kitais]

I don’t understand the need to have the video go so fast - how was that helpful to the viewer?

[@Oct121964]

3Kitais I think the same too, not helpful

[@maryschiff9580]

I agree, that’s the part I need help with and the jerking camera angles made me dizzy! I’ll watch another video for help instead.

[@tatyannazjamora8802]

Exactly -it kills a whole purpose

[@preethi-1723]

Adjust the playback speed to low by touching the three dots in the right top right hand corner of the screen

[@preethi-1723]

Great work.... perfect 👌👌👌👌

[@Handyverse]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ankitanagar7093]

I made this... it turned our really well... loving it.. and it’s very easy to wash... loved it ... 😘

[@juliana_f_c]

Hola everybody! In the bottom right hand corner of the video you have a little wheel, the settings. Choose the option ''Speed'' and change it to your needs. I saw the video in 0.25 on the parts where I wanted to see details. Just mute the music cause it's gonna drive you nuts haha! And thanks Handyverse + kitty for your amazing tutorial!!!!

[@Handyverse]

We didn't know about that tip; thanks for sharing! The kitty appreciates it! :)

[@julzhowlett2200]

Juliana Fernandez Casas thanks. That really helped. Didnt know it was there Works great

[@homedecore1391]

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[@marciagraddy1457]

I just have to thank you so much for you demonstrating how to make this blind. I have searched for 2 years trying to understand how to make it. Your instructions were so simple and uncomplicated!!!!! Again, I appreciated so much you taking the time to create and showing these steps!

[@Handyverse]

+Marcia Graddy Thank you so much for your kind words. It is so great to know our efforts are helping others. I would love to see your finished project!

[@mercedesmedina2107]

Me encantó!!!😃😍❤

[@ТсссСттт]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Handyverse]

Thanks for watching!

[@jenniferli185]

Very nice! ❤️

[@Handyverse]

Thank you! 😊

[@2061526]

You are doing the math, i'm watching but my head is spinning.

[@Handyverse]

Haha, it's not that bad really once you get into it.

[@farazentertainment8068]

Love u from Pakistan 😍

[@michellecherry9096]

Thank you so much for posting this video! It was hard to see the plastic rings. Are they the one inch plastic rings? Are they sewn to the outside of the shade, on the edge, or on the back? Checked that part twice, but was going to fast for me to catch that part.

[@Handyverse]

They are half inch rings and are only tacked on by hand to the back or "outside" of the blind. They are simply guides for the pull string to pass through. I hope that helps. If you have any more questions, just let us know.

[@prowsb]

@@Handyverse can you post a picture or link for the rings?

[@luluplayin71]

I was wondering if anyone knows how to make magnetic roman blinds or ideas. Need this to be cordless so I thought to follow this and just add magnets to flat, thin plastic strips instead of dowels. And great tutorial and kitty btw!

[@Handyverse]

Thanks! That's an interesting idea; we'd be interested in seeing what you come up with. Without a cord, you'd obviously have to lift the individual sections up until they latched in place but I don't see why it wouldn't work. Let us know how it goes!

[@luluplayin71]

@@Handyverse hi I actually found magnetic blinds that just latch onto each other with 6 to 12 inches of space between. Sorry drawing blank on the company but will try and make some of my own with dowels and some kind of magnet or wait for them to go on sale LOL.

[@evesouthwood7633]

Awesome tute! We made our own version for a glass door - all based on your video. Thanks a million.

[@Handyverse]

Your welcome! Great job! We would love to see a pic

[@evesouthwood7633]

@@Handyverse I'd love to post one - but I don't know how to do it in the KZbin comments. :(

[@salmanzaheer5060]

Awesome

[@homedecore1391]

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[@hammadshabbir6505]

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[@dr.anubalaaggarwal8771]

Beautiful Sharing 👌👌🌺♥️

[@Handyverse]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@margaretscaife4646]

It's ok doing fast forward but I had to stop watching as the camera moving around so fast was making me feel dizzy. Why the need for speed up?

[@sharonsanderson4514]

I admire people that can say I think so a little bit but I'm not very good at all at it. Do you do consignment work I would like to have some of these blind about six something done and I would like some sleep covers done if that's something that you would do

[@MrCoraline]

Hello, bit how make for climp?

[@ehsananwar9172]

Hello mem .I need your help I have lot of fiber stick how do I make ...? Can you explain me please

[@malic4037]

Hello

[@khmay7803]

Thanks for the video but can you tell me what is the name of the road if I want to buy it from the store.

[@Handyverse]

Not sure what you mean. road?

[@ninabond172]

Why is the side you see from outside whatever?

[@scorpio146]

Awe

[@twoawesomedogs]

How do you make a Roman blind? You turn out the lights!

[@Handyverse]

😆😆 That's much easier than our solution! 😝

[@marcelamartinez8583]

Excelente!!!🤗

[@carlawilhelmrealtor]

GREAT VIDEO! Thank you for taking the time to create and share!

[@Handyverse]

Thanks Carla!! :)

[@deisiceiglinsk7056]

Eu amei,gostaria de fazer ,tem como traduzir para o português, grata

[@Handyverse]

Boa sorte com seu projeto. Nos informe sobre o desfecho. Obrigado por assistir!

[@themis5543]

@Deisi Ceiglinsk Por que VC não aprende inglês? Why don't YOU learn English?

[@lucianafl2510]

Eu tbm sei bem pouco de inglês, mas só assistindo já deu uma idéia, só no fim que senti falta da gravação estar bem mais perto pra ver o detalhe dela passando a tira, não consegui ver direito

[@deisiceiglinsk7056]

@@themis5543 Sei muito pouco de inglês,estou tentando aprender,via online😃

[@themis5543]

@@deisiceiglinsk7056 *Parabéns por querer aprender!* :) Recomendo tmb o canal do *prof. William Rossi* , um dos melhores que já vi no ensino didático e objetivo da gramática inglesa. Bons estudos!

[@dellabourne1106]

Brilliant just wish it was a bit slower so I could take it in more. Thank you

[@alphatitus4541]

I like her, she is beautiful...... I was just staring her all this video 😍😂

[@veronicadegano6283]

Alguien que lo traduzca en castellano... Por fis

[@teresaaddison1272]

Do you know how to make the down up shades???

[@Handyverse]

Sorry, we aren't really sure what type of blind you mean. 😔

[@teresaaddison1272]

@@Handyverse That you let the blinds down from the top...

[@teresaaddison1272]

@@Handyverse able to get light without anyone see inside...

[@yorkielover714]

I really liked this but wish it was not on fast forward mode to learn the steps.

[@Handyverse]

Thanks but sorry you found it to be too fast. Some people have found it helpful to use the playback speed feature of KZbin to slow the video playback down.

[@100dricca]

Perfeito!

[@Handyverse]

Obrigada!

[@ramirezsulema87]

Chances are I'll never make one 🤔 as tempting as you made it seem but it was fun seeing you accomplish such a task!

[@Handyverse]

+Sulema Rob Thanks for your kind feedback. I felt the same way at first but, like anything, easier when you take the first step and get started.

[@lydiaknightzzz]

😍😍😍

[@aligeller4704]

Having a go at this right now! Looks very do-able. No problem with the speeded up bit - just press pause!!!!

[@Handyverse]

Thanks and good luck!

[@normaortiz7169]

Por favor, traducción al español

[@dzhamilyafazilova2623]

i dont like the way you taking wideo, its not giving to see how to make,

[@maromishtey5928]

That was sooo easy i made my exactly the same way but my room window is way larger and it looks good

[@Handyverse]

Glad to hear!

[@maromishtey5928]

@@Handyverse tysm for replying 😘😍

[@relaxmusicstudioms]

Fantastic!!! Thanks for this useful project ❤️❤️

[@astamieliunaite5430]

Couldn't get anything to fast video

[@susangraham171]

Too difficult without instructions for a DIYer with no sewing experience and too fast for me yo understand.

[@thelmawalker7554]

Was toofast did not get it thank any way

[@miguelcomex3707]

La verdad no entendí nada .....pero me encantó verte eres muy guapa😙😙

[@Handyverse]

Jaja gracias

[@dhanyaarun6508]

Tutorial is nice,but little bit fast

[@janicegroganbrown6403]

Is the hemp tape iron on? Does it stay on when you keep pulling the blinds up and down? Do you think it needs to be sewn

[@franko1616]

"How to make a Roman blind, you ask"? Just poke him in the eyes!

[@Handyverse]

lol

[@joerivanlooy9230]

i wonna barefeet sewing video

[@nelsjourneyvlog7678]

thanx you for the tutorial

[@jjc8524]

Muy bueno! Me gustó el final con el gatito jaja

[@centi123centi6]

They go on giving lectures Won’t show practically

[@vegasjill21]

Impressive!!! A gal who knows how to measure things! :D Been looking thru vids showing how to do what you just did...well...2 years ago..lol... for the past 45 minutes and yours is THEE BEST as far as how the finished product looks , so I want to give you a big THANK YOU for this video! Your shade turned out beautiful. The LAST thing I want to do is put one of these together with hot glue! LMAO o_O UGH, it's soooo OVER RATED. I'm looking forward to getting started on mine!! So once again, thank YOU so much for your great instructions and especially your finesse and attention to detail. And please..... use that pin cushion to secure those pins with kitty around!! :( And don't forget that cats and kids have strangled themselves, sadly, on those cords that are tied together at the end, so be sure to wrap it up nice and secure around that cleat and don't let any hang down. . Sorry..I just had to give you some of my Motherly advice. My cats are my babies..gotta watch em every minute!! Ok, enough babbling. Thanks again!!

[@Handyverse]

Thank you for your kind words. It is a great reminder on the cords for sure. Thankfully, our kitty is not a great jumper and gets no where near the blinds. Have you started on your blind? We would love to see the finished product. Send a pic to [e-mail]

[@vegasjill21]

@@Handyverse Oh...it might take me a while, but I will send pic when I finish. Things LOOK easy but when I get down to it, it's like climbing Mt Everest to me!! 😣 Thanks again. 😉

[@sjr7822]

I see this would require patience, something I lost long ago, Since I have 14 windows, I'll pass- but, I love the idea and the look

[@Handyverse]

Wow, making blinds for 14 windows would certainly be a lot of work. We only have 3 of ours with roman blinds, some store bought blinds and others are traditional curtains. You could always try one and see what you think. :)

[@orlas5861]

I am really worried about your ' coffee ' being knocked over your fabric !! Made me feel uneasy !! Please place it awY from your ' work ' ! Otherwise great ! 👍👍

[@Handyverse]

+ORLA S unfortunately, coffee is usually a required ingredient for these projects! Fair point though, it wouldn't be happy times if it was spilled on the fabric. Thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching!

[@Volynyanka]

I like a cute furry assistant.

[@peterbelardino424]

Your video has helped me more than the major craft companies out there. My windows are wider.....32". Would 3 rings across be better ? Also....you say to sew the rings at the dowels......on-under-on top.....or doesn't it matter ?

[@fatimaal-barghouthi9728]

👍👍👍👍👍🌹

[@mariamunoz3228]

🙄🤔🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️???

[@vanessaramadhin8875]

I don't understand how u sew two together to get the yellow to line the back

[@Handyverse]

+Vanessa Ramadhin the white backing is smaller than the print front. You sew each edge together but because the print frabic is wider it will wrap around the back. Just make sure to space each edge evenly before you make you crease with your iron. Please let me know if you have any more questions. Hope it is a little clearer now. :)

[@judep1909]

Nice job! I may well try this for my log cabin, with a few tweaks as there is no recess 🤔. Love seeing the cat “helping”! Thank you for sharing this.

[@lyndsay8134]

Be very careful making home made blinds. Especially ones that have chains and cords, And looped cords. Even the back cords on the back of Roman blinds should have a break away system as children and pets can become tangled in them. This happened in Ireland and the child lost her life from a roman blind made as a gift by a family member.

[@Handyverse]

This is a great reminder for everyone. For us, we don't have any concerns because of where this blind is placed. We do have a little one now so future window dressings with access will take this in consideration.

[@lyndsay8134]

@@Handyverse Thank you for listening. There are plenty of safety tips on the internet, and also videos of dangers showing exactly what to look for. Definitely worth looking at when there are children in homes even visiting. I sell window blinds so it's something I go on about. I always say if I can make one person aware then I am happy! 💕

[@Shameerkmham]

I done it but when I pull it. The side part of the fabric twists. Y it twists pls help me

[@Handyverse]

hi, have you sorted this out? its a bit hard to know from here. maybe take a pic and shoot us an email at [e-mail]

[@paulf1157]

22 7/8 inches does my head in just say 58 cm

[@danishali3875]

Nice

[@mastarbasir2333]

Nice

[@consuelocharles5727]

At

[@yunkie12]

I just hate that I couldn't RW or FF. It was going so fast. I guess I will just watch it a 5th time.

[@lainelater6565]

Adjust the speed, click on the three dots on the right part of screen

[@danishali3875]

Hi mam

[@maxi4505]

How can someone learn to make a roman blind on this fast forward video ?Is it possible to correct it ?

[@Handyverse]

This is what we recommend for people as well. Thanks for providing the feedback!

[@lilyamazing370]

Sorry but I need you to give more verbal as your going. Looks great though.

[@Handyverse]

Thanks and thanks for the feedback

[@Anione111]

Hi, could you do a video showing the layout of your workstation, cutting, ironing area as well as sewing area. Pls could you do a video on how to manage same in a tiny bedroom, with fold out table ideas for those of us who don't have access to Ikea or good hardware stores with many prefabricated options.

[@Handyverse]

Hi, we could but really we don't have a sewing area set up. We actually just use our office desk, our dining room table, or our fold out table to do our work. Sounds similar to what you're trying to do.

[@mysteryexplorer556]

I sent away and got Ikea adjustable legs and attached to a door cut to width so legs can straddle bed. The legs screw on and off so can be dismantled when not in use. Works great.

[@ziagulbokhari6538]

Looks so beautiful can u show us step by step

[@rebeccagammill5499]

What were you using for an ironing pad?

[@gmbh8443]

WHERE DID YOU BOUGHT THE CORD? AND THE THE.. WHITE PLASTIC THING...

[@Handyverse]

Sorry for the late response; just getting through some older comments now. I just got them at the fabric store. They aren't anything special

[@dandyd14441]

Thank you for sharing it is very difficult to do you are so smart!

[@Handyverse]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@ecilaecila7898]

What type of cord did you use?

[@jacquielaughton8946]

Far too fast to even follow!!!!

[@Handyverse]

Sorry you didn't find it helpful. There is a link in the description to another video where we learned to make them. Maybe you will find it more helpful.

[@fennyjohn5893]

Roman blinds are more familiar in Kerala homes....can see a good market also....

[@gemini9995]

Going very fast video

[@CamilleMason]

Love this! Thank you

[@carolh7919]

Very good, but would have been better if it was a lot slower

[@Handyverse]

Thanks. We get that it's a bit fast in places but people also tend to not even watch if we go too slow. A great suggestion someone else made here is to use the variable playback speed option in KZbin to slow it down during the trouble spots. Thanks for watching.

[@mero9711]

Really good job , thanks

[@mariacristinapaderni5873]

Me encantó lo prolijo y muy bien explicado. La gatita también ayudó. Es hermosa!

[@Handyverse]

Gracias!

[@jonnyhough2860]

B

[@Handyverse]

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[@sulaimanzoro9556]

thanks beautiful

[@trisa9625]

what if u live in apartment and u cant screw in the walls

[@Handyverse]

You might be able to use the 3M Command strips. Those hold a good amount of weight and can be removed without causing any damage.

[@silvialorenagonzalez5724]

The Cat says , that is for me?

[@Handyverse]

Haha, the cat thinks everything is for her!