The stylish design of the window opening will decorate any room. But in order for the living room, bedroom or office to look individually and reflect the inner world of its owner, it is worth considering the decor of the curtains themselves.
The design of the curtains includes various decorative elements.
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The times when curtains were used only to hide from prying eyes have sunk into oblivion. Today, a variety of curtains, curtains and blinds are used to decorate a house or apartment, as an addition to the overall decoration of the interior. Therefore, the issue of decorating curtains is very, very relevant. With a little imagination and patience, you can get amazing results. The assortment of suitable fittings available today (beads, applications, chains and brushes) will help with this.
With the help of decoration you can effectively change the appearance of any curtains
One of the decoration options is a volume application on the canvas. It seems that nothing can look more boring than simple white curtains. As can be seen in the photo, if desired, they can be turned into a real masterpiece. Large flowers made of the same fabric as the curtain itself can be decorated with imitation pearls or sequins.
Vintage lambrequin decorated with brass rivets
Another example of addition curtains appliqué. In combination with metal rivets and made in the right colors, this option is appropriate for a country house or cottage.
Jabot - one of the most sought after items to complement the design of curtains. It is a cut of fabric with a beveled edge, which is placed on the side of the pelmet. As a rule, jabot is made of a fabric of the same color as the curtains. A prerequisite for jabot is that it should be draped well.
Jabot (or de Jabot) - a detail of a lambrequin, located on the sides
The curtains in the classical style are decorated with the use of metal molds. This is one of the elements of the lambrequin, which is an insert with a vertical drape. It can be contrasted with the main design or be the same color with it. It looks a bit pompous, but in a room with high ceilings is quite appropriate.
Kokilye of double folds laid for each other
Perhaps the most common and affordable decoration for curtains is a decorative holder. This element can be of different shapes and from different materials. It can be used for its intended purpose, or only as a decor (for example, the photo shows the holders located on the hinges of the curtains).
Unusual way to fasten curtains
Brushes and fringe also do not lose their relevance, despite the change of times and fashion trends. Although their main stylistic direction is classic, they also feel quite comfortable in modern directions.
More recently, the fringe was a simple braid, which on one side had a smooth edge, and on the other, loose yarns. Today, the variety of fringe may surprise. Available not only many colors, but also a range of different configurations and combinations.
The fringe serves as a spectacular decoration for curtains in various stylistic directions.
There are four types of fringe:
The fringe with additions (inserts) from plastic, a tree or a bamboo uses the increasing popularity. Demanded and curtains with pompoms.
The decor can combine several colors and textures. And so that all this magnificence does not look vulgar and coarse, it is important to correctly combine the curtain fabric and braid. In this embodiment, the finishing of curtains with a string of bells would be appropriate.
The fringe in the tone of the fabric will decorate the curtain, but will not catch the eye
For heavy canvas fit massive fringe. And if the curtains are light and airy, then the finish should be weightless.
It only seems that sew a fringe on your own - the easiest task in the world. If you do this work incorrectly, you can hopelessly ruin the curtains. Therefore, you need to be patient and make the maximum effort.
To fringe does not dissolve after sewing, we burn edges
If the braid is wide, we make two lines, departing from the edges
After the facial stitch we bend the ends of the fringe on the wrong side and sew with two lines
A curtain designed in this way will not “wrinkle” or stretch at the place of fastening of the fringe.
Important! Fringe is used not only for decorating curtains. It is actively used for finishing pillows and bedspreads, tablecloths, as well as for the decoration of upholstered furniture.
The golden age of brushes is considered to be the 17th century. It was then that they began to use this element both for interior decoration and for decorating clothes, shoes and accessories. Today, brushes get their rebirth, and if they are not used as often in clothes, then they are more than in demand for decorating curtains.
Typically, these accessories decorate the supports and lambrequins.
Most often, this element is used for finishing lambrequins or curtain holders. They can be made of natural or synthetic threads, be supplemented with beads and chains, decorated with fabric.
Brushes can be of various shapes and thicknesses.
Color solution may be different:
The simplest curtains will look luxurious, if you add them with brushes of the correct color range.
Multicolored curtains with tassels matched in tone fabrics
Even roman blinds, which look quite self-sufficient, are decorated with tassels. This makes the room stylish and very comfortable. This decor will be appropriate not only for the kitchen window (photo), but also for the nursery or bedroom.
If you fix the tassels on the lower edge of the Roman curtains, they will decorate the curtain even when folded
Brushes as holders are used in different ways:
There are several ways to attach brushes to curtains.They can be attached to the main canvas curtains. Alternatively, they can be sewn around the perimeter of the curtain. Finally, this element is attached to the cords that will support the canvas. For completeness, the same brushes can be sewn to sofa cushions or bedspreads.
Lambrequin is one of the most popular elements for window decoration. Thanks to him, the curtain design gets a finished and elegant look. And if originally it was created in order to hide the place of fastening of the curtains to the eaves, today it is a completely independent decorative detail of the structure.
Lambrequin can be of different types and shapes:
Simple lambrequin with assembly on curtain tape
Soft lambrequin on the doorway
Hard lambrequin on plywood frame
Combined lambrequin with decorative gilding
Lambrequin Fan with Decorative Tassels
Almost every type of lambrequin is decorated with fringe or tassels.
To make a lambrequin with your own hands can only be done by an experienced craftswoman. This work requires certain skills, perseverance and careful observance of all specified proportions and sizes. Since the design is multi-layered, each element should complement the composition, and not “argue” with it, standing out against the general background.
So the approximate scheme of a lambrequin on a standard window looks. Selected one of the most sought after options.
Curtain with lambrequin
Before starting work, you need to make a calculation of the required amount of fabric. The length and width of the canvas should be selected taking into account seam allowances.
To make a swag, a rectangular-shaped fabric is taken, marks are made on it to create a drapery, then the folds are fastened with stitches.
Pattern of pattern for symmetrical swag
The formation of the folds of the swag
Having made all the swags, they are attached to a special curtain tape. When the upper part of the lambrequin is ready, form a tie - the side. It can be one-sided or two-sided, it can be located only on the sides or it can decorate the central part of the structure - there are enough options.
The scheme of a classic tie
When all the parts are ready, they are also fixed on the curtain tape with a line. Usually, the final stage of creating a lambrequin is trimming with a fringe or tassels.
Fringe is stitched from the back of the lambrequin
Blue curtain with gold patterns
Blue velvet curtains are harmoniously complemented with a golden braid with small tassels and decorated with large tassels. The combination of blue and gold gives the interior a formal and solemn look, while the brushes emphasize the sophistication of the classical style.
Spectacular curtains for the kitchen-living room
In this case, selected a bold color and combination. In the photo, checkered curtains, decorated with hinges in voluminous colors, are complemented by fringe and tassels from the same material. The cornice is matched in color with the overall picture of the interior.
Fringed tassels on the canopy decorating the plush bed in the elegant bedroom
When preference is given to the set of volume brushes, it is important to choose the right curtain fabric and interior decoration. The same brushes should be on pieces of furniture and accessories: pillows, bedspreads.
Brushes and fringe - these are masterpieces of interior art. They are able to decorate the curtains in any style and make the interior unique, add an element of luxury to everyday everyday life.
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