In this DIY post I’m going to show you how to make No-Sew Drop Cloth Curtains 2 ways. They are easy, inexpensive and the perfect farmhouse touch for any space.
“ Affiliate links provided for your convenience, please read my disclosure for more information.”
Today I wanted to share one of my favorite DIY projects ever! Drop cloth curtains! When we moved into our 1875, colonial there were no blinds or curtains on any of the 23 windows. We also have higher ceilings than a standard home. With the high ceilings heights, I was having a hard time finding curtains long enough at my usual go to stores. When I did find the right length they were way out of our budget, especially when you have to times that by 23!
Drop cloth curtains are a great budget-friendly solution for the perfect farmhouse look. I love the neutral color, the natural look of the cloth and they are only around $15 per curtain panel! Not only are they inexpensive, but they are also insanely easy to make, and the best part of all you can customize the length.
I have these curtains in my living room and in my den ( extra room/laundry room/reading room, I am still not sure what to call this room ?). To mix up the look a little in each room I decided to do the drop cloth curtains two different ways.
Here is what you need and how to do each style.
Drop Cloth Curtain Supplies:
- Canvas Drop Cloths–6×9 feet: Home Depot Option
- Canvas Drop Cloths–6×9 feet: Amazon Option
- Drapery Clips
- Curtain Rods
Drop Cloth Curtains 2 Ways:
Step One ( This step is optional): I like to wash and iron my drop cloths before I start because they usually have a slight odor and are wrinkled from being inside the packaging. This is the hardest step in the process, especially if you hate ironing. I am not a fan of ironing but I hate wrinkles even more. It’s completely up to you.
Get my FREE guide on How to Wash your Drop Cloth Curtains by clicking HERE.
Step Two: Measure how long you want your curtains to be. This can be done by measuring the top of your drapery rod to the ground and then I like to usually add an inch or two so that the curtains pool on the floor. You at least want your curtains to touch the floor, never shorter. I would recommend testing one panel and adjusting it until you get your desired length and then just copy that for the others.
*Step Three: I like to lay my drop cloth on the ground, table or over the ironing board to put the clips on. To get the look below you simply fold the drop cloth over the front until you get your desired length.
Step Four: Next step is to place your drapery clips. I typically place one on either end to start and then evenly space out the rest. I also like to pinch the fabric to create a nice pleat. See image below. You can also just clip them on if you don’t want to be fancy.
Step Five: Place the hooks and the drop cloth on your drapery rod and sit back and admire your work. Doesn’t it look dreamy?
To achieve the second style you are going to follow all the steps above, except step three will be a little different.
*Alternate Step Three: To get the look below you simply fold over the drop cloth on the backside until you get your desired length. Now the folded portion will not be visible when you hang it up.
That’s it! I told you it was easy. No sewing, no hassle and budget friendly. I love these curtains so much and will probably be using them in more spaces in our home. If you have never done these before and you are looking for a cozy farmhouse look I highly recommend them.
I hope this little inexpensive farmhouse DIY was helpful. Leave any questions in the comments and I will be sure to answer them. Thank you for stopping by. ❤
You can shop by clicking the pictures below!
Don’t Forget to Get my FREE guide on How to Wash your Drop Cloth Curtains by clicking HERE.
What to Read Next:
Want to save this for later? Post this DIY Farmhouse Style Drop Cloth Curtains- 2 Ways to your favorite Pinterest Board!
Hi Michaela,
Did you just use standard painters drop cloths? Would love to replicate this look in my own home!
Hi Amanda, Yes I did use standard painters drop cloths. I have a link to the exact ones I used under supplies. Just click the highlighted text. Thanks!
I am not finding where you bought the supplies, could you please share?!
Hi Courtni! Under supplies you can click on the text and it will bring you to the link. But I also just added a “shop the post” at the end to make it easier.
Hi Michaela,
I’m coming to attempt to do this DIY, it looks absolutely beautiful!!
What color are your walls? This space looking amazing! So cozy!
Thank You! The living room is Sherwin Williams Alabaster and the den is Sherwin Williams Sea Salt.
I love your Sofa, where can I find it?
How wide are the panels on each side? Do you cut the drop cloth down or did you use a separate drop cloth on every panel?
Hi Danielle, I use one 6×9 drop cloth for each panel. This gives a nice full appearance
How many clips did you use on each panel?
I used 7 clips on each panel.
Did your drop cloths have color “flecks” all over them? I bought the exact ones you linked, but they all have tiny tiny flecks of random colors all over! Also, did you lighten yours at all?? Thankkksss!! ☺️
Hi Leighanne mine did not have any colored flecks. I will say that the drops cloths are not perfect, because they really are intended for paint. I would return those and get another set. I did not lighten mine at all just washed and ironed.
Did you dry them in the dryer or let them air dry?
Hi Lindsay! I put them in the dryer on low heat.
Thanks! I just finished this project and even though I saw yours and how pretty they were, I was still skeptical. Now I can say I am a believer! They came out awesome. Thank you!! Best diy ever!
My tip to anyone else doing these is to really check each panel for imperfections first. One of my panels is frayed a bit and one isnt. It was on the edge so I folded it and it wasn’t noticeable. If I had noticed I would have just exchanged it. But what do you want for $11 per panel and no sew!
YAY!! This makes my heart so happy! I’m happy I could help.
Hi! I’m wondering where you got the white chair cover?
Hi Shannon. This is from Ikea, its part of the Ektorp line.
Hi! Love your style! I’ve searches your blog and couldn’t find one, but would love a home tour with links to your decor! Specifically your coffee table… Do you mind to share where it’s from?
Thank you so much Rachel. I am working on a shop my home section, but I do have items within in some of my post. The coffee table is linked at the end of this post https://michealadianedesigns.com/cozy-winter-home-tour/ and I also have links in this post as well https://michealadianedesigns.com/simple-winter-living-room-how-to-decorate-after-christmas/
This is so beautiful!! And the most in depth tutorial I have seen so far!
Defiantly going to use your post to do my own!
We also have tall ceilings. From the top of my window to the floor is 8 feet hight. Do you think the 9 foot one is going to be too short for my space?
Thank you so much Danielle!! You will want your drapery rod to probably be at least 4 inches above the window. So if you are doing the style where I tuck the extra behind I would say you are ok, but if you want to fold over the top I would go for a longer drop cloth. I know they have 9×12 as well.
Love this idea so much! My question is do you have a problem with the curtains pulling off of the clips when you open and close the curtains? This is what my husband is concerned about, it would drive him crazy to always have to re-clip them.
I have never had the curtains pull off the clips. The clips end up being snug on the fabric so they do not easily come off. Hope this helps!
I love this, going to try it on my kitchen window! :)C
Thank you Cheryl! Be sure to share when you have it done!
I am in the process of redecorating my family room. I bought a new sofa set and am stumped. Today, I am running to the store to buy these panels! This has motivated me!! Question about the rug – where did you get it? This is what I am looking for and don’t know how to use the correct search term to find this! Thank you for your inspiration!
Hi Sandy! I am so happy this tutorial helped you. Let me know which rug you are talking about and I can get you the link.
Sorry! As I scroll through the page I see there are two different rugs! The rug I am talking about is the blue multi, faded look rug which I believe was from a bedroom(?). This article: https://michealadianedesigns.com/diy-drop-cloth-curtains/?unapproved=215&moderation-hash=4581c166fb0e9e4f1c6e1c2b577715f2#comment-215 . Thank you! Sandy
Here is the link https://rstyle.me/cz-n/djwsjecmdq7
Hi, I subscribed so I could get your guide on how to wash dropcloth curtains, but I can’t seem to find it.
Sent you an email 🙂
How far apart are your clips?
I just place one on either end to start and then evenly space out the rest.
The drop cloths I bought have a seam in the middle horizontally of each one. I don’t see this seam in your pics. Do yours have this seam?
Hi Renita, My drop cloths did not have a seam, but I have heard that some do. These are made for painting so they are not going to be perfect. If you don’t like the seam I recommend returning and buying a different set.
Hi! I bought the Home Depot canvas drop cloths through your link. When I got them I noticed they are a lot more grey than yours appear. Yours appear more of a typical canvas color, neutral creme-ish, where mine are light grey in appearance. Now my walls are light grey (Seattle grey if you want to see), so I’m afraid of the curtains looking too close to my wall color. I looked at the curtains in my other rooms that have a different wall color, and they still appear more grey than yours (in case the canvas looked a different color from picking up my wall colors). I wanted to run this by you before I started taking the drop cloths out of the packaging.
Hi! Drop cloths can be tricky because they are not really intended to be a finished curtain. I have found that the packages can vary and have had to return a couple myself. If you are not happy with the color I recommend returning them and buying them in person. I have heard that the ones from amazon are more consistent, If you want to try those out. I am so happy you found this tutorial helpful, let me know how you make out.
Where did you find your pillows? I love them and so need them to go with my beige couch have been
Hi, The greens ones can be found here https://rstyle.me/+nC0I7u1ClB4dVT2YmPE05A Here are the grain sack pillows https://rstyle.me/+tV-TAbmdoLwAj52iIivN7A and the other pillows are from With Lavender and Grace https://shopwlg.com/. I love all of her pillows.