What types of curtain garters are there and how to make them

To decorate curtains in your own home simply and at the same time elegantly, many people prefer special ties. With their help, they perfectly decorate curtains, the appearance of which may have already become boring to the owner and inhabitants of the home.

In addition, you can not only buy garters in a store, but also make them yourself, which will add even more originality to its appearance. And there is absolutely nothing wrong with the fact that you have never done such things before.

After all, there are special step-by-step master classes, thanks to which, even without experience and skills in this matter, you can easily cope with this task. Well, what we recommend that you take care of is purchasing the necessary materials in advance.

Why do you need curtain ties?

What exactly are garters for? Their role is great both practically and aesthetically. There are various options for placing garters on the curtain.

In general, there are 3 most common cases: on the center line of the curtain, at a distance of 1/3 from the floor or ceiling. If the garter is attached to the center line of the curtain, then this arrangement will help achieve the effect of visually lengthening the window space. This option is standard and looks very acceptable.

Placing the garter at a distance of 1/3 from the floor will help, if necessary, to hide existing defects in the window sills, and will also visually make the window larger. And finally, placing it 1/3 from the ceiling will provide more light, making the ceilings appear higher.

An important point is the correct attachment of the hook, which is designed to hold the garters. It can be easily purchased at a specialty store. Typically, such a hook is attached to the wall at a distance of 15 cm from the curtains.

Options for the location of garters for curtains
Before starting this procedure, you need to clearly determine the type of garters and their exact location.

Of course, the choice of garters is greatly influenced by the curtains that were preferred.

Expert commentary

Vladislav Dobronravov

Leading technical specialist at Okna-Media company

Here it is necessary to follow this rule: the simpler the curtain, the more interesting and complex the garter should be.

And, conversely, the more unusual and elegant the curtain, the simpler the garter should look, which should not distract attention from the main element.

When choosing the material from which the garter will be made, you should pay attention to the curtain itself. If the textile material is light, then the garter should be made of light fabrics.

Reviews

Valentina Ivanovna Kalugina is 65 years old. I ordered a set of curtains with tiebacks. I really liked how beautiful the finished sets with these accessories looked in the photo. The designer explained to me that I needed to buy wall hooks along with a set of curtains. It's good that I listened to the advice of a specialist. Everything turned out as in the sketch. I'm happy with the order I received, no complaints.

Lopatin Sergey Alexandrovich 40 years old. Installed hooks on plasterboard walls. A few days later, the curtain holders were torn out of the holes. I had to re-mount these parts to the walls. This time I drilled holes in the place where there is a guide. The attachment point turned out to be 10 cm lower than what was previously planned. This is not critical. The curtains still look beautiful.

Classic curtains

Straight classic curtains are the most common type of curtains. Sewing them does not require excessive effort and does not require additional decorative elements. This type of curtains fits most interior styles. Curtains can be lined, which protects the curtains from sunlight and prevents fading of the fabric, absorbs sound and reduces the impact of drafts. If there is a lining, the curtains drape better. They look beautiful in combination with light curtains, roller blinds or Roman blinds. The photo shows classic curtains.

At the moment, this is the most popular type of curtains - beautifully flowing from the ceiling in smooth folds.

How to sew a classic tie yourself

Above we looked at how to make curtain holders yourself from all kinds of decorative elements.

Let's now look at a more classic fabric option. Sewing them is not difficult. Detailed instructions below.

What we need:

Any fabric is suitable for picking up.

The main thing is that it matches the curtains. a piece of fabric; buttons, buttons; interlining; blade; ruler; chalk, you can use soap; a press for buttons, if instead of buttons you decide to use buttons; scissors; iron. Take a fabric, not necessarily the same color as the curtains, and not necessarily from the same same material. When choosing a fabric, follow only one condition - it must fit harmoniously into the overall design of your interior.

It is best if the fabric is dense, so it will hold its shape longer. Do not use fabric that stretches for tiebacks, it will not hold its shape. But if there is no dense fabric, a soft one will do, reinforce it with non-woven fabric. You can use material with all kinds of patterns and designs. But in this case, choose the location of the picture so that the symmetry is not broken.

Curtains with tiebacks

If the interior style contains curved smooth lines found in the classic style, in this case the curtains can be tied up.

Curtain ties or tiebacks are an integral part of a classic interior, the main function of which is to beautifully “tie up” the curtains on the sides. An example of such a curtain is shown in the photo.

In this case, they are decorated with various accessories in the form of flowers, large tassels, ruffles, braid, etc. Such garters can be at different heights (bottom, high, top, side, etc.). Most often, a pick-up is used at a height of 1/3 of the window.

Ready-made or home-made curtain tassels are especially popular. Tassels are bundles of threads with free ends, tied in the middle or upper part. Exquisite decorative elements not only bring freshness and unique style to the usual interior, but also give the curtains the desired shape. Various nodes and auxiliary elements that decorate the brushes make it possible to decorate a room in accordance with the latest trends in design art or its traditional rules. Cute accessories for curtains that are repeated on pillows or other furnishings will ensure harmony in the combination of all decorative elements.

To ensure consistency in the interior, which includes curtains and tiebacks with tassels, fittings and accessories are selected in accordance not only with the style, but also with the prestige of the curtains. Chic curtains, “tied up” with inexpensive cords, will look very modest, even if you tie unusual knots. At the same time, light airy curtains accompanied by thick ropes with heavy tips will look tasteless and very rude.

Grabs and holders - what are they for?

Not only to regulate daylighting, tiebacks (clamps, garters) and holders (curtain holders) are required. In many cases, they help create complete compositions of window and door textiles with spectacular coattails that match the style of the room.

With the help of tiebacks and holders, you can adjust the proportions of a window or doorway, as well as hide imperfections in the window sill and the curtain panels themselves. The desired effect can be achieved by attaching accessories at different levels, symmetrically or asymmetrically.

Using these decorative elements, curtains and curtain panels can be assembled into a neat drapery in the form of soft folds. Garters support the curtains on the sides of the window and hold down the drapery of the fabric, and they themselves are attached to the wall hook.

So, grabs and holders are needed in order to:

hold the curtains in the desired position;
adjust room lighting;
improve the proportions of windows, doors, rooms;
promote the creation of a harmonious interior;
It’s easy and cost-effective to update your window treatments by changing the shape of the curtain drapery.

Buffs

To make the curtain garter look beautiful and original, you can pay attention to the puffs.

Puffs are lush gatherings of fabric that are created from curtain panels by intercepting and tying with a cord. Such curtains are also called “bishop’s sleeve.” Looping curtains add elegance and sophistication to a window opening. They have a lush and expensive appearance. Craftswomen can make such curtains with their own hands. Such curtains can be created from both thick and light fabrics. In the first case, the curtains will take on a voluminous appearance, and curtains made of light fabric will have a thin flowing silhouette and hang almost straight, expanding beautifully over the area where the overlap is tightened. A version of such a curtain is shown in the photo.

How and with what to attach curtains

To decorate a window, you need a cornice. The choice of the appropriate option depends not only on the tastes of the owners and how the room is decorated. It is influenced by the characteristics of the fabric (density, texture, color), as well as the length and model of drapery. In practice, various fastenings of curtains to the cornice are used; types of fasteners form the following categories:

Profile . A lightweight aluminum product that, if necessary, can be easily given a complex shape (for example, for a bay window). A budget option for modern interiors, the fabric is held in place by plastic runners with hooks.

Bay window decor Source amazonaws.com

Barbell _ A product with a round cross-section is made from different materials (wood, metal, plastic), which is why it fits into different styles. Exclusive models with forged tips are made to order. Curtains are attached to the rod using rings, eyelets, hooks; Fabric loops and clips are common.

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Baguette . Baguette cornices resemble profile ceiling structures, but the fasteners are hidden behind a strip that determines the style of the product. Baguettes are made of wood, metal, plastic.

In a rustic style Source akfengroup.ru

String . The most reliable options are made of steel; there are strings made of durable fishing line. String cornices are tensioned on brackets and have a strict, minimalistic appearance. They are used in both modern and classic interiors; clips, hooks or holders are chosen as accessories.

Grommets on kitchen curtains Source 10por15.com

Spacer (telescopic) cornice . Does not require installation work, but has limitations in use since it can withstand light weight. Models made of wood, plastic and metal are available on the market. Hooks, rings or fabric loops are used to secure the fabric.

Sometimes the designer refuses curtain rods, and then the curtains are fixed using adhesive tape, hooks or rope. Options for mounting locations may also vary: ceiling, wall, window opening.

Window decor on curtain tape Source hzcdn.com

Curtains with ties or loops

Curtains with such fastening to the cornice can be created from any type of fabric. Fastening can be done by tying a ribbon or cord in a bow or in a knot. If the curtain is made of dense material, then the ties need to be made wider. This will allow the ties to support the heavy weight of the curtains. This method of fastening is more suitable for curtains made of light natural fabrics and curtains with floral prints. Ties and bows beautifully emphasize the airiness of the composition. You can make such curtains with your own hands. Curtains with ties are suitable for girls' rooms, kitchen or bedroom. They will bring a little romance, airiness and freshness to the room.

Curtains with hinges are attached to the cornice using loops that have decorative loops in the upper part of the canvas, with the help of which the curtain is hung on the cornice.

If in curtains with ties you have to tie each ribbon with your own hands, then curtains with loops are simply strung on a cornice. Curtains with hinges are popular both in classically decorated interiors and in modern ones. The number of loops must be calculated so that they can support the weight of the curtain. These curtains can be used in the interior of a nursery, bedroom, attic, kitchen, hall. The originality of such a curtain is given by loops (patches or belt loops).

Patches can be “blind” with both ends stitched, which do not unfasten if the curtain is easily removed from the curtain rod. Belt loops can come undone. The fastener is created using Velcro tape, snaps or buttons. The loops can be made from the same fabric from which the curtains are sewn or, on the contrary, choose a contrasting color. The width of the loops can have different widths from 5 to 20 cm. Curtains with loops can be made from one or several panels, having a finished top view and do not require a lambrequin.

To make the curtains in your home truly exquisite, it is best to make them yourself. There is absolutely nothing complicated in this matter. You just need to put in a little effort and you will get original curtains, even if you have never had to sew before.

Pickups in different rooms

Tiebacks can be used to decorate windows in the living room, nursery, kitchen, and bedroom.

Tiebacks for the living room

This room is assigned a representative function. To add sophistication to the decor, light tulle is decorated with magnetic holders, and curtains are decorated with heavy tassels made of silver-plated cords.

Wooden, leather, fur, and fabric models with rhinestones, sequins, and beads would also be appropriate in the hall.

Tiebacks for children's

When decorating a window in a nursery, preference is usually given to various soft toys. Bows, ruffles, and beads are also welcome. Such decor will delight the eyes of both adults and children.

Safety is of great importance, including from an environmental point of view. It is also important to consider the child’s interests and hobbies.

Kitchen hooks

The kitchen window is usually decorated with more airy curtains. The material chosen for them is natural, for example, linen. And it can be easily combined with all types of curtain ties.

Bedroom tiebacks

In the room for night rest it is allowed to use satin ribbons, decorative cords, and intricate bows. You should avoid excessively large accessories.

It is also worth remembering that any addition to the curtains in the bedroom should match them in color. This technique allows you to create the most harmonious composition.

When choosing holders and tiebacks for curtains, you should be guided by the existing interior style, the geometry of the room, and your own mood. The main secret is to study information about the types of such accessories before purchasing and consult with an experienced designer.

Types of curtain tiebacks

The following types of homemade garters are considered the most original and exclusive:

knitted or braided garters;
fabric garters;
beaded garters.

Let's take a closer look at each type and try to make them ourselves.

Braid garter

This type of garter is almost perfect, as it looks beautiful and perfectly complements any interior design. It is enough to choose a fabric to match your curtains, purchase batting (preferably its density is 100 g per square meter). You will also need fabric in a contrasting color and brass rings to help hang curtains or buckles.

You can first try to imagine the final product. To do this, just twist 2-3 small pieces of batting (printed fabric), then wrap each of the twisted pieces in fabric, and then braid it. Try the resulting “braid” on the curtains, and then at your own discretion: make the roller thinner or thicker until you see harmony between the curtains and the decorative element. Like? Beautiful? Then let's get down to action.

Sequencing:

Cut the fabric into strips of the required length. The width of each strip should be 1-2 cm (ideally 1.5 cm).
Roll the strips tightly, making tight rolls.
Lock the roller in a certain position. To do this, grab the edges with threads.
For each garter, make three rollers.
Measure the length and width of the fabric strip to fit each roller. Remember that you need to add 2 extra centimeters on each side.
Cut out three strips from your chosen fabric. Two stripes are the same color, the third is a contrasting color. The length of each strip should be 1.5 cm.
Make a hem for each 1 cm wide section (once).
Cover each roller with the resulting fabric strip. Leave a 1.5cm seam allowance on the narrow side.
Pin the fabric at the top. Next, pull up the edges of the textile and secure them with stitches. Do the procedure three times.
Fasten the resulting rollers together at the upper ends so that the roller of a contrasting color is in the middle between two identical ones.
Cut out a rectangular piece of fabric measuring 5 x 8 cm for each end of the tieback.
Attach the strip to the ends of the interconnected rollers so that the front side is on the outside. Then hem the strip, retreating 1.5 cm from the edge in advance.
Fold and pin the edges of the rectangle that go outward. Fold the top edge of the rectangle over, covering the top of the roller.
To the end of the inner part of the strip covering the roller, sew a ring, yarn or other elements so that only half rings are visible.
Place the element you are using (ring, yarn) on a hook attached to the wall.
After the rollers are secured, weave them into the braid. The seams should be on the inside.
If the braid turns out to be much longer than expected, cut off the extra centimeters.
Finish the end of the garter with a fabric rectangle in the same way as the first.
Finally, sew in a ring, yarn, or whatever.

Crescent fabric garters

This type of garter has a very attractive appearance and is easy to create. To make garters in the shape of a crescent, you will need fabric (to match the curtains and contrasting), lining fabric, insert material (if desired, can be replaced with non-woven fabric), thick paper intended for patterns, and a pair of brass rings for each of the ties.

Let's consider the technology of the manufacturing process:

Measure the length of the curtains. This length will be the size needed to create a garter.
Make a garter pattern using the finished pattern.
The seal should be cut out without additional allowances.
Fold the fabric from the front side over the edge of the seal. If there are extra centimeters, cut them off. Iron the sealant you are using onto the adhesive backing.
Use a fabric in a contrasting color to create a bias tape pattern.
Fold it in half and iron it.
Place the binding along the edge of the garter, sewing it with hidden seams to the folded edge.
To make a garter, cut out 4 strips of fabric, taking into account the allowances. Fold it in half lengthwise. Sew along the edge and along one of the ends.
Turn them inside out and iron each garter.
The end that is not processed must be hemmed by tucking it first.
Each strip must be folded in half and then sewn to the garter.
Place the lining fabric on the inside. It should also be folded at each edge. Use an iron. Use blind stitches to attach the lining to the garter.
Ready! Secure the curtains with the garters you received.

Beaded garters

Beaded curtain ties look beautiful and elegant. To create a unique image of your curtains, you need to prepare glass beads (it is advisable that the size and color be varied), cord, and well-bending metal wire (length 2.5 meters and diameter 1-2 mm).

Follow the sequence of actions, and soon your curtains will be decorated with extraordinary beaded garters that play so beautifully in the sun.

Action 1 . Find the largest bead and secure it in the center of the wire. To make the design reliable during creative activity, it is advisable to wrap the ends of the wire together.

Action 2 . We string the remaining beads onto the free ends so that the number is the same, but their sequence may be different. To ensure that the proportion is still visible, we recommend stringing small beads at the end of the wire.

Action 3 . Thread the resulting bead pendant into the cord. Divide the cord in the center and pass one of the ends of the wire into the resulting hole. Back off 0.5 cm and insert the second end of the wire. Next, bring the ends together and twist each other several times.

Action 4 . Very carefully thread the ends of the wire that remain into the cord. If they are long, you can trim them

Action 5 . The more beaded pendants, the richer the garter looks. Make several of them and fix them on the cord identically to the previous one.

Action 6 . Attach a ring to hold the garter, tie the curtain and thread the remaining ends into the ring.

What could be more pleasant than the feeling of admiration from the result of your own creativity? There are a lot of ideas for creativity - both from you and from additional sources of information. The necessary tips and recommendations will help you make your own garters much more beautiful and of better quality.

The beauty of decorative elements for curtains is not only in their grace and splendor, but also in the fact that you can make them yourself. By creating garters with your own hands, you combine three useful things: save your family budget, enjoy a great rest for the soul and, of course, using design tricks, create your own - unique and unique.

Scheme for making a garter with your own hands

The easiest way to make curtain garters is to sew them by hand or using a machine. This can be done quickly and in just a few steps. Let's look at the step-by-step instructions.

All accessories can be purchased at fabric stores or even searched at sales fairs.

Choose fabric. The texture should be similar or identical to the curtain material. Choose a color scheme based on your taste.
Pattern. For example, for one garter this could be two pieces of material 15 cm high and 30 cm long.
Sewing. Place both cuts right sides together and sew by hand or machine, leaving a small hole to turn the piece inside out.
Decor. Turn the garter inside out, sew in a ring for the holder and decorate as you wish.

Wicker and knitted models, as well as those decorated with jewelry, are in fashion today.

You can make original and bright tie-backs from CDs, soft toys, or a plastic bucket. The main thing in all this is the imagination and skills of the hostess. Don't be afraid to experiment.

Beautiful garters

Having various pins and garters on hand, you can tie the fabrics in such a way that it will change not only the curtains, but the entire room. The use of different methods is determined taking into account the fabric of the curtains, the location of the windows and the number of panels on it.

For single curtain

One piece of cloth is usually tied in the middle. If the fabric has calm colors, then you need to use a bright tie. The patterned fabric is tied with a garter according to the tone of the ornament or the main color of the fabric. A single curtain can also be tied with a knot at any level.

Also relevant are gatherings on the curtain on one side and placing it behind a stationary holder, which is grabbed by a fabric tie or hidden behind puffs.

For double

The presented composition can be tied in different ways:

Symmetrical method . In it, the ties and tacks are made at the same level. It looks orderly and harmonious. Stretch curtains add austerity to the design, while curtains opened in a semicircle add romance.
Asymmetrical . Pickups are performed at different heights. As a rule, one of them is done at the level of the window sill, and the rest either at the top or bottom. This method of decoration expands the space and looks unusual. Especially if you make ties from multi-colored cords.
Corner . The edge of the canvas is folded in the middle and fixed diagonally on the wall. The design is similar to a tent, the window is not fully open. This method is good for double curtains; if they are of a contrasting color, then the tent will look unusual.
Cross . Two curtains are fixed at the corners to opposite walls. This method is used for soft curtains; tulle can also be draped using this method.

You can easily come up with beautiful ways to decorate curtains with different accessories yourself and thereby prove your individuality.

Features of curtains for the kitchen

Curtains in the kitchen are not only responsible for comfort. With the help of a certain style and color of window curtains, you can correct some shortcomings - for example, make a small kitchen visually more spacious with the help of simple, airy tulle, or visually raise a low ceiling due to vertical drapery.

Simple, discreet curtains make a small kitchen visually larger and lighter, while multi-layer curtains, on the contrary, make the interior heavier.

Other important factors in choosing a curtain style include:

interior style;
the presence or absence of a balcony door;
headset layout;
plate location;
purpose of the room (kitchen, kitchen-living room, kitchen-dining room, studio);
degree of natural light.

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Clamps

Clamp fasteners are affectionately called crab clips or alligator clips for their ability to cling to fabric using their teeth. Clamps are the veterans among fasteners. Previously, they were made exclusively from metal, then plastic products appeared. The latest invention is curtain clips that hold fabric in place using magnets. The modern version includes two plates with magnets; they develop enough attractive force to hold medium-weight curtains. Magnetic clothespins are fixed to the cornice using loops; the rest need rings or a ceiling rail.

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If the room is decorated in a minimalist style, choose a hidden cornice, and the appearance of the clips becomes unimportant. In nostalgic retro and vintage styles, classic open clips will come in handy. Magnetic models are used for different styles, depending on the design of the retaining loops.

The clips are easy to use and make it easy to add folds to your fabric to suit your needs. The downside is that the clips are somewhat limited: they look cumbersome on light fabrics, and may not hold heavy ones.

Curtain with clips for a classic interior Source freelancehack.ru