Your Bathtub Curtain Is Too Short: Give It A DIY Boho Upgrade For More Length

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Buying new decor for a room is always exciting — the thrill of unpacking your new purchases, finding the right spots for art, and seeing it all come together. Still, realizing that something doesn't work for your space can quickly deflate your enthusiasm. For example, you might be in love with a bathtub curtain that's too short. In this case, you shouldn't return it just yet. Just add some boho-style fringe to give it more length and a personal touch. 

Let's start with shower curtain lengths. One of the mistakes people make with their shower curtains is forgetting that various sizes are available. These sizes include standard 72-inch by 72-inch and extra-tall 72-inch by 84-inch products. If you have an unusually wide shower or bathtub, there are options for extra-wide dimensions. Ideally, the curtain should end about an inch or two above the floor to remain clean and dry. 

If you have a shower curtain that's too short, consider it a craft opportunity. Craft stores sell trim or fringe that can be easily added to a shower curtain, and choosing a boho appearance elevates this modification's look. Bohemian — or boho, for short — designs encompass natural fibers, neutral colors and earth tones, macrame or hand knots, and rustic, organic aesthetics. Boho looks are also forgiving and flexible, so you can still get the right curtain design using rope or twine from your craft stash.

Begin adding trim to a shower curtain by measuring, and then measuring again. Hang your shower curtain from the rod and determine the space between the floor and the end of the curtain. Calculate the amount of material you will need to add, while accounting for the necessary one- to two-inch gap between the curtain and the ground. Once that's done, take down the curtain and measure its width.

Next, get inspired by beautiful boho shower curtain examples and find the trim — be it lace, yarn, braided cord, or rope — suiting your look preferences. Don't limit yourself to merely attaching fringes to the bottom. Spruce up a plain curtain by adding several rows of trim throughout the fabric. This gives the curtain a cohesive look that can make it look like you bought it this way. 

There are several options for attaching trim to the fabric. Not handy with a sewing machine? Try fabric glue, one of the types of glue you should have on hand for home upkeep. A product like FITTDYHE Fabric Glue works on a number of materials and dries completely within a day or two. You can also use an iron-on hemming tape like Villkin Hemming Tape on fabrics and textiles that handle heat. Both options are machine-washable. Depending on your trim type, consider dabbing a sealant, like Dritz Fray Check Liquid, on the cut ends to keep them from fraying and unraveling. Keep in mind that the moisture, humidity, and direct water that bathtub curtains face may require reapplying these non-sew products.