This Service is By Appointment Only!

Here at Design-JR, we don’t just make new curtains, but also are experienced in alterations. Whether you have old curtains that need resizing for a new window or you have bought your own curtains and need them altered to fit your home, we can help. If you live locally, you can drop them off or simply post them to us with the required measurements. Please read the terms and conditions for alterations.

Linda WoodwardsLinda Woodwards
08:42 15 Dec 23
Superb quality of work, lovely lady nothing is too much trouble would 100% recommend and will be back in the new year to get some more curtains made!!
Evon AmatoEvon Amato
07:23 03 Oct 23
Katrina changed the topping on some ready made curtains to pinch pleat and shortened . I was very happy and the price was reasonable .Katrina also supplied and made some pinch pleat curtains for another bedroom which she came and hung yesterday . They look fabulous . She is very skilled and also very helpful. Thank you Katrina .
Viv DunklingViv Dunkling
19:01 11 Feb 23
I highly recommend Katerina. I had 2 pairs of curtains shortened and they were ready the next day! They’re perfect, price was great and we’re really pleased with them. Will definitely use her again in the future.
Tolu OgundeleTolu Ogundele
21:00 04 Dec 22
Katerina did an amazing job altering my curtains, she managed to shorten them, make two bespoke tie backs and steam all the creases out, and I was able to pick it up the same day too! Will definitely be using the service again.
Beryl MasonBeryl Mason
21:05 23 Nov 22
Had curtain alterations done, was very pleased with the result. Received great service, and reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend.
Hilary CartwrightHilary Cartwright
18:23 07 Nov 22
Katerina expertly measured my windows, assisted me with my choice of fabric, made the curtains quite quickly. I am very pleased with them.
uma suma s
15:13 07 Nov 22
Good
Kemi MajekodunmiKemi Majekodunmi
08:37 02 Oct 21
Katerina was very helpful and most importantly friendly and easy to work with. She’s my new local label hero. Not only does she produce good quality work at short notice, she is also very very fairly priced. I am so pleased that’s she’s only on my doorstep- I have also shared her details with some local mums. Always good to have a Katerina round the corner.
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What Alterations to ready-made curtains can we do?

Alterations to curtain heading.

Curtains can be “freshened up” simply by changing the curtain heading, particularly as trends change. Tell us what heading your curtains have and what curtain heading would like to replace it with.  (Please note curtains must be clean!)

Converting curtains into something new.

If your curtain fabric is in good condition then why not re-use it, especially if you are moving to a new house or giving a room a make-over. With our help your old curtains can be converted into Roman blind, cushions, etc.  (Please note curtains must be clean!)

Curtain shortening/lengthening/width re-sizing.

Shorten curtains

Narrow the curtains width

Add fabric to make the curtains wider

Add fabric to make the curtains longer

(Please note curtains must be clean!)

The price list below is for curtain shortening based on curtain widths.

Just tell us your required finished length and we will do the rest  for you.

Pinch Pleat, Eyelet, Goblet & Tab Top curtains

Lined 

Width 117cm – £35 for  a pair

Width 168cm – £50 for a pair

Width 228cm – £68 for a pair

Width 284cm – £85 for  a pair

Pinch Pleat, Eyelet, Goblet & Tab Top curtains

Unlined

Width 117cm – £20 for a pair

Width 168cm – £29 for a pair

Width 228cm – £40 for a pair

Width 284cm – £49 for a pair

Pencil Pleat & Wave curtains 

Lined and Unlined

Width 117cm – £20 for a pair

Width 168cm – £29 for a pair

Width 228cm – £40 for a pair

Width 284cm – £49 for a pair

Voile/Sheer/Net curtains

We charge – £7 per/m.

Example: You have a Voile/Sheer curtain that is 4m wide and you want to shorten the length by 10cm, 15, 20…. etc. Your price will be calculated by the curtain width in this example it is 4m, and the price for this job is £28 (4m x £7 per/m).

Adding a contrast border.

The price list below is for a border length of up to 50cm. 

Please Note: You will have to supply your fabric or we can help to find some on request.  

Example: Your lined curtains are 150cm wide (flat width at the curtain bottom) and 180cm long and you want to add 30cm of fabric to make a contrast border. It will cost to make £80 + fabric & lining.

Lined curtains

Width 117cm – £60 for  a pair

Width 168cm – £80 for a pair

Width 228cm – £105 for a pair

Width 284cm – £128 for  a pair

Unlined curtains

Width 117cm – £30 for a pair

Width 168cm – £43 for a pair

Width 228cm – £58 for a pair

Width 284cm – £72 for a pair

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The price list below is for reducing width on curtains. 

Lined curtains

Drop up to 137cm – £20 per panel

Drop up to 182cm – £25 per panel

Drop up to 228cm – £30 per panel

Drop up to 274cm – £35 per panel

Drop up to 300cm – £40 per panel

Unlined curtains

Drop up to 137cm – £15 per panel

Drop up to 182cm – £20 per panel

Drop up to 228cm – £25 per panel

Drop up to 274cm – £30 per panel

Drop up to 300cm – £35 per panel

Changing a curtain heading. 

From any heading to Pencil Pleat.

Width 117cm – £23 for a pair

Width 168cm – £33 for a pair

Width 228cm – £45 for a pair

Width 284cm – £55 for a pair

From any heading to Eyelet.

Width 117cm – £36 for a pair

Width 168cm – £49 for a pair

Width 228cm – £66 for a pair

Width 284cm – £85 for a pair

From any heading to Rod Pocket.

Width 117cm – £20 for a pair

Width 168cm – £28 for a pair

Width 228cm – £39 for a pair

Width 284cm – £48 for a pair

From any heading to Pinch Pleat.

Width 117cm – £39 for a pair

Width 168cm – £56 for a pair

Width 228cm – £76 for a pair

Width 284cm – £95 for a pair

From any heading to Hidden Tab.

Width 117cm – £25 for a pair

Width 168cm – £35 for a pair

Width 228cm – £48 for a pair

Width 284cm – £61 for a pair

For any other heading style please contact to discuss Click Here.

Soft Furnishing Repair Service. 

Please send us an email with details of your project and attach some images.

Please note:

Curtains will be returned folded and will not be ironed.

For details on other work please send an email info@design-jr.com and quote can be given.