French curtains first appeared in the mid-18th century in the living rooms of the European nobility, when the Rococo style prevailed in the interiors, and since then they have never gone out of fashion. In the Soviet Union, most of the population of which lived in small-sized Khrushchev buildings, they were mainly used to decorate the windows of theaters, restaurants and large government agencies. In modern Russia spacious apartments and private cottages ceased to be a rarity, and French classic experiencing a rebirth.

What interiors are French curtains suitable for?

The photo shows French curtains in combination with drapes in the interior of a classic living room.

The distinctive features of “French women” are fabric with a shiny smooth surface, pomp, a huge number of horizontal folds cascading along the entire length, many accessories in the form of frills, braid, fringe, ribbons and ruffles. Such pompous curtains look only in spacious rooms, With high ceilings for which they were once created.

Refined and romantic interiors, filled with household items in the style of the 18th-19th centuries and furnished with elaborate furniture without clearly defined straight lines. Such as:

• Baroque,
• Rococo,
• Classicism,
• Empire style,
• Colonial,
• Neoclassical.

Of course, small interiors with romantic, but less pretentious interiors are also decorated with French curtains. But in this case, they use simplified versions, adapted to modern living conditions.

Living rooms in Rococo and Baroque style - classic examples using French curtains.

French curtains in modern living rooms

There are static and lifting ones. Static curtains hang motionless, completely covering the window and part of the wall below it. They are sewn from translucent fabric and used as curtains - a soft transparent curtain that protects inner space from prying eyes.

Stationary curtains made of translucent fabric, combined with elegant curtains made of golden brocade, look great in an interior with elements of classicism.

The height of French lifting curtains can be adjusted, making them long (to the floor), medium (to the window sill) and relatively short (like a lambrequin).
To sew them, you can use fabrics of any density.

French curtains with lifting mechanism.

In interiors modern apartments French curtains are mainly used as curtains.

Fabric selection

For this type of curtain, fabric with a smooth, shiny or matte surface may be suitable: satin, brocade, chiffon, silk, organza. The main requirement is that it should drape well. Its density depends on the quality in which the curtains are planned to be used (curtains or drapes).

The colors can also be any, but preferably monochromatic. Fabrics with patterns should be selected with care. Even the smallest floral print can get lost in numerous folds and ruin appearance already overflowing with “highlights” of French curtains.

Long curtains are not suitable for windows above flights of stairs, and short curtains They look unpresentable. The perfect solution- hang a short transparent French curtain on such a window.

The bottom of transparent French curtains with a window sill length can be supplemented with a strip thick fabric in the color of the upholstery on the furniture. It will add severity to the curtains and make them fit into a not-too-romantic interior.

To visually increase the height of the window opening, make the festoons on the French curtains as narrow as possible.

Narrow translucent French curtains can be attached to the casements of multi-section windows, like blinds.

The higher the curtains are raised, the more folds they form and the more magnificent they look.

Despite all their inherent pomp, sophisticated and sophisticated French curtains can make the atmosphere in the living room cozy and calm. The main thing that should not be forgotten when choosing them is that they must correspond to the general concept of the interior.

Luxurious, chic, rich, stylish, palace, solemn, enchanting - these are all epithets that characterize French curtains (awnings). The interior, which is crowned with them, becomes truly royal. Smooth lines, soft arched draperies combined with light texture fabrics and various finishes few will be left indifferent. Unlike more practical models of curtains and drapes, such as Roman or roller blinds, among the French, beauty comes first, and only then functionality.

They look especially impressive framed in the classical style, or Provence style. Sewing an awning for your living room, bedroom or kitchen yourself is a labor-intensive task. But if you are patient and friendly with sewing machine– you will be able to sew French curtains. You just need to remember that this model of blinds requires strict adherence to proportions in the interior, otherwise it will look heavy and heavy, which is not far from dissonance.

In general, the awning is a cascade-lifting model. This is its similarity with the Roman and Austrian curtains: These are all types of blinds. But the first ones have no draperies at all (only horizontal folds), while the second ones have the drapery of the lower part formed when the product is lifted up, and when lowered they look even.

The awning consists entirely of festoons (sagging gathers) when lowered. As they rise, they become deeper and more expressive.

Awning curtains for formal interiors

French curtains in the interior of a room can cover only the window opening (for example, tulle in a Provence style kitchen), often combined with curtains or lambrequins, or they can play first fiddle, occupying the entire width of the wall. Here, the presence of upper curtains depends on the overall stylistic design of the space and the need to create complete darkness (if it is a bedroom or home theater).

Special cut – special textiles

To begin with, let’s make a reservation that awning blinds are far from the most economical option window decoration: it will take several times more fabric to sew French curtains than for ordinary curtains, besides, expensive ones are preferred here, quality materials, rich (and therefore also not cheap) finishing. Therefore, before sewing such curtains, you need to make sure that they are ideal for a specific environment, and the cost of them will be justified by the beauty of the product and harmony with the surrounding space.

French curtain in the kitchen - one wonders why?

In order for the gathers to be smooth and beautiful, the fabric chosen for these blinds must drape well. Light, soft textiles are suitable: tulle, thin satin, silk, voile, chiffon, moire, organza. But if you sew French curtains from hard, dense, heavy fabrics with a pronounced rough texture, they can distort your entire Provence-style interior beyond recognition, because they will have a completely different appearance when assembled.

Organza awning curtains, interesting drawing vertical stripes assembled

How to sew an awning

In principle, sewing it is quite simple: the side and bottom seams are sewn in a straight line, and the top braid and curtain tape are sewn in a straight line in the center of each scallop. Much more difficult and more painstaking work for carefully gathering fabric and installing a lifting device.

Let's figure it out in order.

How much fabric to take so as not to make a mistake

Calculation of the required width depends on the desired depth of the festoons: the more the width of the material exceeds the length of the cornice, the deeper the cascades of draperies will fall. On average this value is 1.5. That is, for a window with a cornice length of 2 m you need to take tulle 3 m wide.

The cut length for French curtains is calculated based on the thickness of the selected materials and the desired depth of assembly. For example, for deep assembly of organza, the estimated length of the curtain should be multiplied by 3, for tulle - by 2, for a veil - by 2.5. For easier assembly, these numbers can be reduced. For example, let’s take a height of 2.5 m. To sew an awning with beautiful assembly, the tulle needs to be 5 m long.

Calculation of the number of festoons: what to consider

When calculating the number of draperies, you need to proceed from the size of the window and the selected fabric. For narrow and tall ones (for example, in a Provence style kitchen) it is better to choose a small step - 25-35 cm, for wide ones - up to 50-60 cm and even more. The thinner and lighter the material from which these draped blinds will be sewn, the smaller the size of the scallops the French curtain can have.

The required blade width is another factor that influences the number of scallops. Do not forget that the awning is several meters wide before assembly. And here you can’t do without sewing several canvases together. Therefore, it is necessary that each such seam falls in the middle of the scallop, where the curtain (gathering) tape will be located. In this case, you need to leave allowances on the sides for processing the seams.

Sewing technology

Lay out on flat surface future French curtains, but for now just pieces of tulle stitched together to obtain the required width. Use chalk or pins to mark the central lines of the festoons, leaving allowances for processing: 5 cm on the sides and bottom of the curtain, 2 cm on the top.

Fold and stitch the side seams twice. Use a needle or pins to mark the collecting tape along the markings. At the same time, it should not reach 5 cm to the bottom cut of the material, and 2 cm to the top. Sew each tape on both edges.

If the top edge of your blinds will also be gathered, just bend it 2 cm and sew on a fastening tape, which will adjust the width of the gathering. If you want your French curtains to have a smooth top, first divide the difference between the width of the tulle and the length of the curtain rod by the number of scallops. Either stitch the resulting value into a dart (30-50 cm deep) in the center of each scallop, or fold it with a bow fold and stitch horizontally. After this, attach the fastening tape. Now fold and stitch the bottom of your blinds twice.

If you were going to sew them on a window in a romantic kitchen with a touch of Provence, where the curtains are not supposed to be raised and lowered, then everything is almost ready. All that remains is to pull the curtain tape to the required size, secure it with knots, straighten the assembly and hang the awning on the cornice. You can decorate the kitchen.

French awning curtains may look heavy in the interior of a small kitchen, be careful in your experiments

When is a lifting mechanism needed?

If the romanticism of Provence has enveloped your bedroom or living room, we haven’t finished sewing French curtains for them yet. In these rooms, the scalloped curtain must rise, therefore, before retracting it, it is necessary to assemble the lifting mechanism.

Special rings must be sewn in the center of each collecting tape. In this case, we retreat from the bottom edge at least 5 cm, from the top - at least 12 cm. The distance between the rings is about 30 cm (for small scallops - less, for wide ones, respectively, more).

Special weights must be attached to the bottom of each collecting tape to keep the fabric in a vertical position. Now we tighten the scallops, straighten the assembly so that it is uniform, and tie the ends of the curtain tape cords.

Next you will need nylon cords. They need to be secured to each bottom ring and threaded up through all the rings. Then pass along the top row of rings in one direction, gathering them together, and tie all the ends in one knot. With the help of such a control system, the structure will change its height.

Now you can attach the tulle to the fastening hooks of the cornice.

French curtains in an interior decorated in the Provence style or similar design styles look especially impressive if you sew them using suitable decor: ruffles, tassels, fringe, decorative braid.

Vintage style in the interior of a private house, awning curtains in Provence style
Decor for awning curtains - tassels, beads, glass When you need high taste and a sense of beauty, curtains that emphasize status and belonging to a certain type of activity
Combination of French curtains and drapes, original decor
Lambrequin similar to French Marquise curtains
A gentle version of the French curtain, combined with transparent curtains and decor
A prototype of French Marquise curtains, embodied horizontally, in a lambrequin
With taste and some kind naivety - black trim of French-type curtains made of white voile
French awning curtains look beautiful in the kitchen interior, provided that the space is minimally filled with kitchen attributes
Marquise curtains as tulle for Baroque, Rococo furnishings
Awning curtains with glass beads for a loggia or balcony

Curtains are the main element of the interior. They perform not only a decorative function, but also a protective one, hiding the room from prying eyes and preventing the penetration of bright sunlight. However, in order for window drapery to look decent, it is necessary to choose the right product design.

Lovers of lightness and airiness most often choose French curtains. Such models are quite voluminous, which gives the room a certain theme. The originality of the design will create a cozy and comfortable space.

Any housewife can sew such curtains on her own. All handmade items have a special meaning. To help everyone who wants to try their hand at handicrafts, we will outline below detailed information, where a master class on French curtains will be presented.

What is special about the design?

The traditional design of French curtains came into modern interiors from the distant 14th century. At that time, they were at the peak of popularity and were used to decorate palaces and royal chambers. Of course, only wealthy people could afford such luxury. However, at present, such drapery has somewhat lost its position to other options. Nevertheless, it still remains quite popular.

French curtains, made by yourself, will decorate any room: living room, office, kitchen, bedroom. They will transform the interior, giving it smoothness and softness of lines. This opportunity appears due to a certain style. Its main elements are festoons. They form beautiful lush folds, the distance between them and the number can vary significantly. Their shape is arched, hanging freely.

The width and height of the curtains are determined by the size of the window opening, but you need to remember that they do not slide apart. Some models are made with a lifting mechanism (manual or electric).

A little bit of France in the interior

For people who want to create a majestic and stylish interior, it is recommended to opt for the classics. It includes all the necessary elements. Such a space is truly royal, and if it is complemented with scalloped curtains, then in addition to pomp, the romanticism characteristic of the French will appear. This design is still used today in great demand, and, oddly enough, the design turns out to be original.

French curtains for the kitchen, office, living room will look as harmonious as possible if the window openings in the room are large enough. In order to create such a style yourself, correctly conveying all the details, you need to familiarize yourself with the key points:

• The length of the curtain can be up to the floor or up to the window sill.
• The material is selected to be light and transparent to give the product an airy feel.
• The curtain is sewn only from solid fabric.
• There must be at least four sections with folds.

Advantages

• Festoons located vertically visually increase the height of the room.
• The appearance of the curtains does not require additional drapery, however, if necessary, you can use thick curtains and lambrequins.
• The original design of the product can decorate any interior.
• If you sew French curtains with your own hands, it will turn out quite inexpensively.
• The installed lifting mechanism allows you to easily raise or lower the window drapery.
• Free-falling folds will save the housewife from labor-intensive ironing.

Fulfillment of desires

So, we decided to sew the curtains ourselves. Where to start this process? First of all, you need to choose suitable material. It must meet the following requirements:

• naturalness;
• ease;
• transparency.

It is not recommended to sew French curtains from heavy fabrics, as the finished product will look quite rough and too flashy, which will only spoil the overall impression of the room.

Optimal options:

• tulle;
• atlas;
• silk;
• batiste.

Color spectrum

In order for everything in the interior to be in harmony, it is necessary to carefully select the palette. One of the determining factors is the purpose and style of the room. It is also worth paying attention to the location of the windows. However, even regardless of this, it is highly recommended not to use too bright artificial shades, as they will disrupt the idyll.

French curtains are most harmonious in pastel colors:

• tender peach;
• calm beige;
• white - a classic of the genre;
• sky blue;
• glamorous pink.

In any case, the choice of colors is completely individual and depends on personal preferences, but it is still worth considering the recommendations of qualified designers.

Fabric consumption

Before you start sewing French curtains yourself, you need to study the subtleties of calculating the material. As a rule, the length of the cornice is taken as the main parameter; the allowance for folds is also taken into account. Do not forget about the seams, their width is from 1 to 2 cm, so you need to add 4-6 cm to the existing dimensions.

The French blind pattern shows the exact size between the rings through which the cinching cords will be pulled. From this we can conclude that the final length of the product will be significantly reduced. In order to select the ideal parameter, you will need to measure the desired size and increase this figure by 1.5-2.5 times (the coefficient varies depending on the depth of the folds). Be sure to add 5 cm to this length at the top and bottom.

Calculation example:

• curtain width: the average length of the cornice is 150-250 cm, multiplied by a factor of 1.5-2 for light folds, by 2.5 for deep scallops;
• curtain height: the length of the wall from the ceiling to the floor or window sill increases by 1.5-2-2.5 times.

How to sew French curtains: step-by-step description

Having decided on the material, color, and calculated the width and length, you can proceed directly to sewing. It is very important to choose comfortable spot, where you can freely lay out the canvas.

Description of works:

1. The fabric is laid out and the cut line is checked for evenness on all sides. If there are defects, they must be corrected using scissors.
2. Seam processing. The side edges are folded in 1-2 cm, then basted and ironed. After this, after checking the quality of the work, you can sew it with a machine seam.
3. The bottom edge is processed in a similar way, but the size of the hem in the final result should be no more than 0.5 cm.
4. Make markings on the canvas according to the pattern (see above) to determine where to sew the braid with rings. The distance between it should be equal over the entire length of the curtain. After this, baste the tape, checking whether it has moved during this process, and, making sure of the quality work, finally sew on sewing machine. In this case, the ends of the braid are tucked inward so that the wrong parts of the edging and the curtains coincide.
5. A drawstring is threaded through the rings on the braid, secured to the bottom of the curtains and pulled tight. The top edge is not processed if a lifting mechanism is installed.

Finishing touches

The last step of sewing is finishing the top edge. As a rule, French curtains are attached to a special strip, which is subsequently installed on the cornice. Thanks to this device, the canvas can be aligned directly on window opening, adjusting it to exact dimensions. However, before attaching it to the plank, you need to process the top edge. To do this, first make a fold of fabric 1 cm wider than the fastening tape. It is advisable to iron it so that the material retains its shape. Then the tape is sewn on the wrong side. That's all, the French curtain is ready.

These curtains, also called awnings, are distinguished by beautiful uniform folds (festoons) along the entire length of the canvas. Their homeland is France, where they appeared in the 18th century. Awnings were made exclusively from expensive fabrics and were used to decorate windows in the houses of nobles.

The operating principle of French curtains is a special cord lifting mechanism that holds the fabric in a certain shape.

Many people confuse awnings with Austrian curtains. Distinctive feature The first is that they have folds (festoons) along the entire length of the panel, while Austrian curtains have folds only along the lower edge.

Classification of awnings

There are French curtains:

• Workers- used in new types of curtain rods and are adjusted using a lifting mechanism controlled by a remote control;
• Decorative- canvases that can be controlled exclusively manually.

Application options

Initially, awnings were used to cover windows in rooms for celebrations - banquet halls, palaces, theaters, restaurants. But they can also be used in conditions ordinary apartment, Houses. These curtains, due to their pomp, are perfect for decorating windows in the living room and bedroom. In the hall, the French curtain will become the main accent of the interior, against its background ordinary furniture It will seem expensive and sophisticated.

French curtains will add romanticism and elegance to the bedroom interior. All this thanks to soft folds that carry the charm of France. Even in a children's room, awnings would be appropriate. Made from thin material, they will give the room lightness. You can decorate them with bows, butterflies, and decorative elements that will be interesting to the child.

Advice: For a child’s room, it is better to choose French curtains that reach the length of the window sill, so that the child will not touch them while playing.

The classic kitchen design is complemented by elegant awnings. They will turn any meal into an important feast. The length of the curtain should also be short so that the product does not interfere with cooking and cleaning.

French curtains would be appropriate in the office. They will emphasize the formality of the situation and the importance of the conversation.

The effect produced by French curtains will depend on the type and texture of the material used to sew them, as well as the compliance of the product design with the dimensions and style of the room. Considering that awnings were originally intended to give a room a formal look, they will look good in rooms with large windows and high ceilings.

This window drapery will add sophistication, nobility, solemnity, and even some pomp to the interior. A lambrequin or classic curtains will adequately frame an awning and give the interior a complete look.

Making French curtains, materials

Awnings are sewn from light fabrics - silk, cambric, organza, veil. Classic French curtains are made of thick silk, pleasant to the touch. It can be smooth or have a damask pattern. This texture of the fabric allows you to form beautiful, smooth folds from it.

From synthetic materials Polyester is used for sewing awnings. In terms of performance, it is superior to silk, but is more practical and costs less.

Design Features

Curtain panel width in finished form corresponds to the length of the cornice, or slightly exceeds it (to form assemblies). When sewing a product with your own hands, it is necessary to make allowances for the height of the fabric to form scallops (this indicator exceeds the size of the finished product by 1.5-2.5 times).

Material calculation

To form the drapery, special rings and gathering braid are used. Its length is calculated by the formula: l=h*f+h. Where h is the height of the fabric cut, f is the number of scallops.

Features of fabric cutting

Before starting to draw up a sketch, it is necessary to take measurements of the window opening. Next, you need to determine the width of the product. To do this, the length of the cornice board (the width of the window opening + 5 cm) is multiplied by 2 and 10 cm is added to the resulting figure (allowances for two hem seams. This calculation formula allows you to make small gathers along the width of the fabric. If you do not need them, then the width of the panel must correspond to the length of the cornice + 4 cm is added for processing the curtains from the sides.

To calculate the length of the curtain, the formula is used: h (desired height of the product) * 2 + 2 cm (for the top seam) + 5 cm (for the bottom hem).

In order for the curtain to look beautiful, not sag and not be too tight, it is necessary to determine optimal quantity festoons. A table will help with this, which calculates the number of warehouses depending on the width of the curtain panel.

The optimal distance between scallops is 50-60 cm. But narrower folds can be formed - about 30 cm wide. The vertical distance between them should be within 12-24 cm.

Advice: To prevent the French curtain from rising when there is a draft or opening a window, special weights are sewn to its lower edge.

After cutting, you will receive a rectangular piece of fabric. On the back side of the panel, the location of the scallops is marked. For this purpose, vertical and horizontal lines, along which the gathering braid will be sewn. After this, the curtain is turned inside out. The braid is first fixed to the panel with pins so that its lower end coincides with the edge of the awning. On the sides of the product, the braid is placed close to the side edge.

The lower edge of the braid is folded in 2.5 cm, after ironing and pulling out the cords from it to tighten the folds. When processing the sides, the edge is cut off and processed with a hem seam.

Next, they begin to form the top of the curtain. Curtain tape is applied to the fabric 4 cm from front side and stitch them together. The product is turned inside out, and stitched again along this first line, and then passed along the bottom edge of the tape. This stage of sewing curtains can be the final one. After this, the ribbon cords are pulled together, forming folds.

On a note: on the upper edge you can make a small comb (0.5-1 cm) that will cover the hooks. But for this, at the cutting stage, the scallop should be double height.

If the awning is lifting, the locations of the rings are marked on the panel. Their bottom row should be located at a height of 5 cm from the bottom edge of the awning, and the top row - 12 cm. Sew the rings in 4 stitches with double thread, securing the part with a double knot. The formation of folds begins only after sewing on all the rings. The braid threads are pulled together carefully, making uniform folds. The width of the upper border is adjusted to the size of the cornice board. The ends of the threads are tied as close to the panel as possible and cut off.

Next, they begin to cover the cornice board with finishing fabric. To do this, the tape is cut to width ready-made curtains. The part where the hooks are located is nailed to the front edge of the cornice board with small nails. The second side is sewn to the braid located along the upper edge of the awning. The curtain is attached to hooks driven into the board, carefully aligning the panel.

The cords are threaded into the rings, starting from the bottom edge of the product. Each ring at the bottom is secured with a knot. At the top, all ends of the cords are passed through the hooks of the curtain rod and the curtains are brought out on one side. Next, they are pulled together, evenly placing the folds throughout the entire panel of the awning. Secure the scallops with ribbons.

After installing the cornice board with the awning over the window, the ribbons are removed and the curtain is lowered. The connected ends of the cords are tied with a knot so that it is located behind the last hook. They are then passed through the handle for raising the awning and another knot is tied at a distance of 46 cm from the first. Next, the ends of the cords are cut, fasteners are installed, around which the cord is wrapped to fix the curtain in the desired position.

Ways to combine awnings with other types of window frames

French curtains go perfectly with:

• Curtains;
• Lambrequins;
• Fringed;
• Golden threads (muslin);
• Bugle beads;
• Cantami.

A win-win option - a combination of awnings and curtains classic type. Festoons framed with a lambrequin also look beautiful.

Advice: The folded fabric will be complemented by various decorations and accessories - decorative cords, fringe, beads. They will give the product individuality and uniqueness.

Caring for awnings

French curtains are easy to care for - just periodically clean them with a vacuum cleaner. Awnings made from synthetic fabric washable. Ironing of the product is done in a damp state. But if these curtains are made of natural material, it is not recommended to wash them yourself - the folds may lose their shape.

Proper care will keep your French curtains in perfect condition and extend their service life by several years.

Video: Luxurious French curtains

IN Lately French curtains are most often seen in kitchens, although they are also chosen for halls and hallways. It’s worth taking a closer look at how models from France differ from all the others.

Features, advantages and disadvantages

Many people wonder what they are - French curtains. It’s not for nothing that the luxurious decorations of Renaissance palaces immediately come to mind. Indeed, French curtains look pompous and solemn. A French curtain is a fabric gathered in folds, resulting in beautiful draperies. Depending on the model, such curtains can either be pulled up or left in a static position. It is difficult to care for such curtains. They are difficult to clean, as dust collects in the folds and eats into the fabric. And also the disadvantage is the huge consumption of fabric, due to which similar model is heavier than analogues, for example, Roman blinds.

Varieties

There are a huge number of varieties of French curtains. They are divided by length, type of braid, fabric density. However, the most important division is the way in which the curtains are attached. They are divided into two varieties.

• Stationary. This refers to a model that cannot be folded or raised by pulling the tape. Such curtains are more suitable for rooms where daylight. This option is also good for kitchens on the ground floors, since it reliably protects the room from prying eyes. Blind curtains can be of different lengths, but most often either floor-length models or up to the middle of the window are chosen. In the second case, an optimal balance is achieved between the amount of light transmitted and the privacy of the environment. For the kitchen, the second option is usually used, sewn from tulle or other light fabric.

• Folding. An awning curtain is often equipped with a mechanism that allows you to pull it up at your discretion. It's all about the frame system, so it's almost impossible to make folding French curtains yourself. It's better to buy it right away ready-made option. If the French curtain is made of thick curtain fabric, then it is advisable to equip it with an automatic lifting mechanism. This will greatly simplify operation.

When choosing which curtain to hang - blind or folding, you should focus on the practicality of the chosen option. If you need to open the window from time to time, it is advisable to hang a folding curtain. If it is not necessary to open the window at all, then stationary option more rational.

Fabrics and colors

If previously French curtains were made only from expensive luxury fabrics, today the choice is huge. Curtains are made from both natural and artificial materials, they can be either light or dense. They also differ in price. Technologies are such that not even the most expensive fabric can perfectly repel dust and still look attractive. Depending on the room, both translucent flowy fabrics and thick fabrics for curtains can be used. The main condition is sufficient elasticity of the fabric, otherwise it will not be possible to create characteristic scallops. By the way, you should not mistake models that have folds only at the bottom for French curtains. The name of such curtains is Austrian curtains.

Today the following materials are most often used:

• tulle;
• organza;
• silk;
• batiste;
• wool;
• taffeta;
• velvet.

As for color, traditionally French curtains are made in pastel colors: white, ivory, beige. This statement is true for both thick curtains and tulle models. Interesting solution– bright French curtains. Burgundy and emerald colors are perfect for heavy curtains. Solar yellow chosen for kitchens. Blue or pink can be used both in the kitchen and in the nursery, provided that the curtains are made of flying materials.

The color combination may vary. Often French curtains are complemented by lambrequins, which can be made from the same fabric as the main fabric, but in a different color. color scheme. For example, the following combinations are common:

• white + beige;
• yellow + gold;
• white + blue.

We select according to the style of the rooms

French curtains can be successfully integrated into almost any interior, including such unsophisticated options as country or rustic. Much depends on the length of the curtains, their type, as well as on the design features. For example, it is much more appropriate to choose blind curtains for a kitchen with a country interior. middle length, made of catchy chintz fabric, rather than heavy floor-length curtains made of velvet. First you need to decide for which room French curtains are selected. Options for the kitchen and bedroom will vary. If for the kitchen you first need to pay attention to the functionality of the material, then for the bedroom you can choose curtains of a more branded fabric, but pleasant to the touch. It is also important to pay attention to whether the material is hypoallergenic, especially when purchasing French curtains for a child’s room.

Currently, French curtains are most often chosen specifically for the kitchen, so it makes sense to consider in detail the three most popular directions in which these rooms are furnished. So, you can often see modern dining areas, furnished in classic style or rustic. All three options are universal, that is, suitable for both decoration large kitchens, and for little ones. Depending on the financial opportunities curtains are selected.

Modern

It would seem that purchasing French curtains for modern interior not entirely appropriate, but in reality everything turns out to be wrong. Depending on the fabric and length of the curtains themselves, they may look less elaborate and sophisticated than usual. A good option– these are natural fabrics, for example, linen. Linen curtains do not get dirty very much, but the fabric drapes well. A wide range of colors and patterns will allow you to choose suitable model for each specific interior. The only negative is the price. Linen is an expensive fabric, especially with all sorts of additives that make it easier to care for.

And also in modern interiors you can often see tulle curtains that are just below the window sill or up to the middle of the window. There are advantages to choosing this option. For example, you don’t have to worry about the room being too dark. Tulle transmits light well, while protecting the room from prying eyes. True, complete privacy cannot be achieved with the help of such curtains.

In any case, for a modern interior it is worth choosing the maximum simple options without large quantity decor. For example, you don’t need to look for curtains with lambrequins. One braid along the edge will be enough, although most often you can do without it. And also the fabric should have a simple elegant decor, without cheap glitter and shimmer.

Classical

The most harmonious curtains are in french style look exactly in classic interiors. This also includes the more elaborate Baroque style, which differs from the classics by the presence of a huge amount of gilding, intricate details in decoration and similar excesses. Accordingly, French curtains must fully meet the style requirements.

• You need to pay attention to the fabric. Most often used combined curtains. On the one hand, French curtains can be made from tulle, and thick ordinary curtains can be hung on top. On the other hand, French curtains made of thick fabric, for example, brocade or velvet, will also look appropriate, especially if there is additional decor: fringe, trim, etc.
• The colors can be any, but most often solid, deep colors are chosen: green, burgundy, blue. They will look good in a more modest setting gray curtains with silver jacquard pattern.
• The presence of lambrequins and other additional elements is required. Only with sufficient pomp will French curtains look truly elegant and solemn.

Important! This option is not suitable for the kitchen. If the kitchen area is decorated in a classic style, it is better to choose curtains of a different type.

Country

It would seem that there is nothing stranger than French curtains in a country room. In reality, everything is a little different. Such curtains, made of light, bright fabric with a pattern, look quite appropriate and even emphasize the deliberate simplicity of the interior. The main thing is to choose the right length, colors and material. First of all, it is worth mentioning that the French curtain in a country room should not fall below the middle of the window, because it is the slightly open window that will make the curtains less formal. If the window faces sunny side If you want to lower the curtains from time to time, then you should choose a folding option. So, you can close the curtains if necessary, and after the sun disappears, return the room to its original appearance.

Almost any materials will do, but it is important that they are not luxurious. Chintz will fit well. But you shouldn’t make French curtains from tulle, unless you choose a mesh version with embroidery. Any fabric should look as if it was made by hand, so the patchwork style is encouraged. As for the colors, they will look good bright colors and combinations. Checkered curtains are a classic of the genre, especially if we're talking about O kitchen window. Curtains with a print a la appliqué and painted to look like patchwork will also look good.