Fabric curtains are a simple way to decorate a door beautifully and not themed. We offer a detailed description of the process of sewing a curtain on the door with your own hands.

We will sew the curtains with fastening to the cornice from the bottom and from the top; if desired, they can be decorated with an interception in the middle, so that we get the "Hourglass" model.

The idea of ​​the hourglass curtains has been brought to perfection - compositionally more advantageous height, color combination, decorative bow

Fastening

Before choosing a style, determine the appropriate mounting method:

1. On sale you can find special sliding-type door curtain rods, which are fixed in the door grooves by unscrewing pressure.
2. Finding such miniature curtain rods can be quite difficult, so you should consider the assortment in the furniture fittings department, and assemble such curtains yourself.

You will need:

• Suitable railing with a cross-sectional diameter of 0.8-1 cm;
• matching holders;
• decorative small tips;
• self-tapping screws and a screwdriver for installation.
  

  Such a curtain, made by hand, will hold the curtains for the doors very tightly, but it will also cause some damage to the doors, in the form of holes from the screws.

• Fastening to double-sided tape - you will need the same set of fittings as in the previous version, but the railing holder must have a solid base on which you can attach the tape.

Sewing curtains for doors

Before you start working with the fabric, wash it in a mild soapy solution, dry it and iron it so that the fabric shrinks. Or make a good margin in all directions if you don't want to spoil the original look of the fabric.

Sewing simple "hourglass" curtains is done by hand in the simplest way:

1. Above and below the canvas, an allowance for the belt loop for the curtain is required - lay the curtain diameter plus 1-2 cm, and, if desired, an allowance for the formation of ruffles along the edge, 2-4 cm... (The thicker the fabric, the smaller the seam allowance.)
2. Fold in hem allowance on the sides. 1-2 cm.
3. Process the side edges of the fabric, top and bottom - lay the belt loop, follow two lines.
4. Sew a grip from the same fabric, or take a ready-made ribbon, braid.
5. Hang the curtain over the curtain rod.

Summarizing, we can say the following: curtains for doors perform decorative functions, protect the room from excess light and prying eyes, give it a certain charm. We recommend that you sew the curtain on the door with your own hands - it will be cozy and fresh.

In the world of modern design, it is customary to use a variety of techniques to create unique interior designs. Experts use all kinds of decoration options. One of the popular methods for creating an original interior is the use of unusual models of curtains, curtains, curtains. Curtains presented in the form of a piece of fabric, which is tied in the middle with a wide ribbon, are called an hourglass. With this option of curtains, you can decorate windows, doorways, doors of kitchen sets. These products are appropriate for use in kitchens, bedrooms, terraces, winter gardens.

Choosing a fabric

For the model of "hourglass" curtains, it is not customary to use heavy curtain fabric. The best choice is a light, transparent fabric of blue, pink, beige, caramel, milky color. Products with floral ornaments and stripes look spectacular in the interior of the kitchen. The finished product includes a ribbon, which is recommended to be supplemented with braid, bow, colored ribbon, contrasting with the main fabric. If the curtains of the "hourglass" model are white, the finish may be blue, red, deep green. For fabrics with floral motifs, you can use an additional decoration in the form of flowers made from fabric with your own hands.

Remember, for sewing this model of curtains, it is not recommended to choose dense, dark fabrics. The meaning of the "hourglass" model is the lightness achieved with the help of tulle fabrics.

We sew with our own hands

Sewing hourglass curtains is not difficult. The main thing is not to be mistaken in taking measurements from the opening, which is supposed to be decorated with the product. An important indicator is the distance between the top points of the opening. It should be measured as accurately as possible, and then the finished curtains will have the required tension. And this is possible only with the correct cutting of the pattern of the canvas.

To calculate the width of the fabric, you need to multiply the width of the opening by a factor of 1.5 or 2. This indicator depends on how fluffy the curtain should be, plus a few centimeters of fabric for hem. It is convenient to use a material whose width matches the required width of the finished product. In this case, it is possible not to process the side cuts, and leave them in their original form.

The correct calculation of the length of the canvas is as follows: to the number indicating the distance between the cornice and the lower point of the window opening, add 20 cm for processing the lower and upper cut, as well as for the formation of the middle part of the product. In order for the middle part of the pattern to turn out beautiful and the fabric does not look stretched, it is necessary to take into account the degree of stretching of the material. If the canvas stretches well, add a smaller number of centimeters along the length, otherwise - the maximum margin. For those materials that are not subject to stretching, the length is determined experimentally.

The working process

After choosing the fabric, we start sewing the product. A pattern is created on which the resulting measurements are marked. For beginner seamstresses, the "hourglass" curtains pattern is shown in the photo. According to the scheme, the markings are made on the fabric, and the blank is cut out.

On the canvas, if necessary, side cuts are folded and ironed, stitched. Next, the upper and lower cut of the pattern are processed, so that a drawstring is obtained. It is necessary for fastening the rods on which the finished product will hang.

Do-it-yourself sewn "hourglass" curtains must be fixed on the window opening. At the top and bottom of the frame, you need to fix special holders for the finished curtain. The distance between the fasteners must be sufficient and uniform for reliable fixation of the product.

How to fix the "hourglass" curtains

After installing the mounts, you need to thread the rods into the drawstrings and fix the upper part in the holder. Spread the fabric evenly, twist the curtain 360 ° and fix the lower bar in this position. In the central part, you should get a narrow part, like an hourglass. It is very important that after attaching the product, the fabric lays down evenly, does not puff up. If the fabric does not create uniform folds, the curtain is not sewn correctly.

The video provides detailed instructions for sewing.

Thus, hourglass curtains are the most common model that is used in interiors decorated in different styles. This model is not difficult to execute and therefore can be created by any housewife with her own hands at home. No special skills are required to secure the product. The whole design is simple and unpretentious in execution. Feel free to use this model to decorate interiors. Despite the outward simplicity, such curtains will decorate any room in an original way.

Any, even the most sophisticated and sophisticated interior will look unfinished if curtains, drapes or curtains do not harmonize with its overall style. Thanks to the modern assortment, the choice of curtains is usually not a problem. However, if the window openings are of non-standard sizes, then they require special design. For example, hourglass curtains would be an ideal decoration for windows that are wider than standard. We will talk about this form of curtains in our article.

The name perfectly conveys the peculiarity of the appearance of curtains of this kind. An "hourglass" is a piece of fabric that is stretched around the perimeter of a window opening, fixed at the top and bottom, and then pulled in the middle using tape or other devices. Thus, the curtain is very reminiscent of the silhouette of an hourglass.

There are many different design options for such curtains. Most often, light translucent fabrics, such as tulle or organza, are used to create them, which, after stretching, acquire a voluminous drapery, complementing the interior with an aura of lightness and weightlessness. However, depending on the style of the interior, the material for the "hourglass" curtains can be impenetrable and dense. These curtains can be decorated with ruffles, frills, lace and other decorative elements.

But the main "highlight" of the curtains is the tape, which creates the desired shape. To give the interior austerity and conciseness, as a rule, strips are selected from the same material as the curtains themselves. However, if desired, the curtains can be decorated with a bow, various ribbons, laces or decorative clips. On plain curtains, ribbons of contrasting colors look beautiful. The ribbons themselves can also be complemented with various decorations - flowers, lace, pearls, stones, etc.

Despite the fact that the shape of the curtains assumes only one finish, many designers like to create some toning and vertical, due to which the curtains acquire additional volume. Also, "hourglass" curtains can be created using a combination of different fabrics that are interconnected either vertically or horizontally.

Many people think that hourglass-shaped curtains serve only a decorative purpose, but from the point of view of functionality, they are not very comfortable. However, this is not quite true. Since they are attached to the window with the help of special moldings or "drawers", the tape completely obscures the opening, not allowing the sun to pass through. In addition, hourglass curtains can be decorated over Roman blinds or roller shutters.

Curtains "hourglass" in the interior

The most harmonious and appropriate curtains in the form of an hourglass look when designing narrow window openings - in the attic, balconies, wardrobes, doors, etc. However, if desired, they can also be used to decorate windows of normal sizes. In this case, three linen fabrics are most often used for decoration - one wide and two narrow. The wide one hangs in the middle of the window, and the narrow one hangs on the sides.

Various design variations of such curtains make it possible to choose them for almost any room and for any interior. For example, in rooms with high windows, such curtains, especially if they are sewn from light canvas, visually increase the space and give it lightness and festivity. Hourglass curtains look harmonious in both classic and modern interiors. For a classic design, it is better to use a denser fabric with bright decorative elements in the form of draperies, wide ribbons, ruffles, etc. Curtains made of linen, knitwear, organza and other lightweight materials will look appropriate in modern interiors.

Very often, such curtains are used as part of a composition with tulle, curtains or lambrequins. This design looks especially harmonious in luxurious bedrooms and living rooms, as well as in various state rooms.

Any, even the most sophisticated and thoughtful interior will look unfinished if curtains, curtains or curtains do not harmonize with its overall style. Thanks to the modern range of these products, the choice of curtains is usually not a problem. However, if the window openings are of non-standard dimensions, then a special design is necessary for them. For example, hourglass curtains are ideal for windows that are wider than standard. About this type of curtains "Dream House" and will tell in this publication.

Design of curtains "hourglass"

The name itself perfectly conveys the peculiarity of the appearance of curtains of such a plan. The "hourglass" curtain is a piece of cloth that is stretched along the perimeter of the window opening, fixed from above and below, and then pulled in the middle using tape or other devices. Thus, the curtain is very reminiscent of the silhouette of an hourglass. Also, this curtain can only be attached from the top so that the bottom remains free.

Curtains in this form have a lot of design variations. Most often, light translucent fabrics are used to create them, for example, tulle or organza, which, after being pulled, acquire a voluminous drapery that complements the interior with a halo of lightness and weightlessness. However, depending on the interior style, dense impenetrable fabrics can also serve as material for creating hourglass curtains. Instead of draping, such curtains can be decorated with ruffles, frills, lace and other decorative elements.

But the main "highlight" of these curtains is the tape, which creates the desired shape. To give the interior austerity and conciseness, as a rule, ribbons are chosen from the same material as the curtains themselves. However, if desired, the curtain can be decorated with a bow, a variety of ribbons, laces or decorative fasteners. Moreover, if the style of the interior allows, the fasteners do not have to match the color of the curtains. For example, ribbons of contrasting tones look beautiful on plain curtains. The ribbons themselves can also be supplemented with various decorations - flowers, braid, pearls, stones, etc.

Despite the fact that the shape of the curtains implies only one dressing, many designers like to create several tugs vertically, due to which the curtains acquire additional volume. Also, "hourglass" curtains can be created using a combination of different materials that are connected to each other either vertically or horizontally.

Many people believe that hourglass-shaped curtains perform only a decorative task, and in terms of functionality, they are not very convenient. However, this is not quite true. Since they are attached to the window with the help of special cornices or "drawers", then when the tape unfolds, they completely obscure the opening, not letting in the sun's rays. In addition, hourglass curtains can be overlaid or blinds.

Curtains "hourglass" in the interior

The most harmonious and appropriate curtains in the shape of an hourglass look when decorating narrow window openings - on, loggias, cabinets, doors, etc. Also, these curtains are ideal for modern double-glazed windows, divided into multiple openings. However, if desired, they can be decorated on regular-sized windows. In this case, three canvases of fabric are most often used for decoration - one wide and two narrow. A wide canvas is hung in the middle of the window, and narrow ones - on the sides.

Various design variations of such curtains make it possible to match them to almost any room and any interior. For example, in rooms with high windows, such curtains, especially if they are sewn from light fabrics, visually, will give it lightness and festivity. Hourglass curtains look harmonious in both classic and modern interiors. For a classic design, it is better to use denser fabrics with bright decorative elements in the form of draperies, wide ribbons, ruffles, etc. In modern interiors, jersey and other lightweight materials will look appropriate. Curtains with a print in the form of flowers, cages, various patterns, ornaments can complement the atmosphere or style.

Very often, these curtains are used as a detail in a composition with tulle, curtains or. This design looks especially harmonious in luxurious bedrooms or living rooms, as well as in various ceremonial halls.

An attractive feature of such curtains is that, if necessary, for example, decorating a room for a holiday, you can replace ribbons with them in accordance with the general design.