Easy-to-Install Cafe Curtains for Your Kitchen

Easy cafe curtains provide a simple, stylish solution for kitchen windows without complicated hardware or measurements. These abbreviated curtains typically cover just the lower half of windows, offering privacy while allowing ample light above. Many easy versions feature tension rod pockets or clip-on rings that install in minutes without tools – ideal for renters or quick makeovers. Ready-made cafe curtains often come in standard sizes that fit most kitchen windows, with forgiving stretch panels for slightly irregular openings. The simplest designs use lightweight cotton or polyester that washes easily and resists kitchen stains. For beginners, no-sew options include fusible tape hemmed panels or repurposed tea towels with pre-made rod pockets. Many easy cafe curtain sets include matching valances or tiebacks for a coordinated look without extra effort. These low-commitment window treatments allow frequent style changes with the seasons – switch between gingham for spring, fruit prints for summer, and homespun plaids for fall with minimal expense or hassle.

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See how to make cafe curtains without sewing with these easy farmhouse-style DIY no-sew cafe curtains – made from an old throw pillow cover.

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Did you guess which room I’m working on with the peeks I’ve been giving you? Yes the breakfast room and kitchen got a fresh coat of paint and I will share the full reveal later. For now I wanted to show you how we turned the long drapes into cute cafe curtains. After taking down the drapes to paint the walls I was loving the light coming in so I decided I didn’t want to put the drapes back the way they were. I have always loved the look of cafe curtains and started looking on line to order some. Then the idea to just revamp what I had sounded like a much better idea and free. Mr. Savvy had added the curtain rod where I wanted it placed and then offered to help me with the curtains. Yep he is a jack of all trades and yes, he has his shirt off. I told him to put it on before I started shooting pics, but hey the He man said no so you get what you get. At least the iron hides most of him. 🙂 We hung one drape panel from the rod so we could see where to mark it to cut. Then he started pinning the length to hem since we cut them about two inches longer. I told him we needed to fold the edge under and iron a nice crease and then fold that under with the stitch witch and iron. So that is when he started pulling the pins back out and he ironed the creases in. I was going to do this myself, but hey, he offered. I’m so glad we could do this without sewing. Gotta love this stuff. Even though he could have sewn them with the machine. He is actually better at that than me. I break out in a sweat in front of a sewing machine. See the nice crease he made and then it all got ironed down on the stitch witch tape. Nice and neat. We only had to use one panel since the panels were so long. Now, I can use the other one for pillows or cushions covers or maybe even some napkins. We had these curtains measured, cut, hemmed and hung in less than an hour. I’m loving the new look.

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Easy DIY Cafe Curtains add cozy privacy to your windows. Clip rings and already made linens make this project especially easy. Visual how-to.

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Welcome to The Farmhouse Friday Link Party! Hey guys! How was your week? I’ve always thought of the turn of the year as the start of DIY season. With the busy holiday season behind us and spring just around the corner, it’s the perfect time for DIYs! In the spirit of the “season”, I’m sharing …

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These guys are SO easy to make – they would make a great beginning sewing project if you’re just starting out. All that’s required to sew these easy DIY cafe curtains is a bit of measuring, some pressing, and some machine hemming. Simple! First, Install your cafe rod onto your window frame. I chose to install mine halfway down the frame and directly onto the outer side of the window trim.Measure from the rod to where you want the curtains to hang. Mine falls just below the…

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Novice crafters will love this easy, no sew cafe curtain video tutorial. Make a window curtain using hem tape and an iron. No sewing machine needed!

Learn to sew

You GUYS. I *sewed* something. I know you’re all double checking to make sure you’re on the right blog right now because I almost never sew. Like ever. Hem tape? It’s my best friend, and my usual go-to. Sometimes, though, I just have to suck it up and brave the sewing machine. I was in the process of planning out our kitchen reno when I stumbled upon this completely gorgeous fabric and just knew I had to incorporate it into the space– I thought it would make perfect cafe curtains! So of course I ordered a couple of yards, but