The environmental friendliness, warmth and comfort of a country house made of natural wood is the secret of the growing popularity of this type of real estate. However, not everything is so simple when it comes to modern interiors, especially when it comes to curtains in a wooden house. Pompous and luxurious options are inappropriate here; all that remains is to focus on country, Provence or retro style.
The dacha is distinguished by its warmth and family atmosphere, which is also supported by curtains in a wooden house.
A special approach to window decoration with curtains
A wooden house outside the city is a pleasant place for a city dweller, where you want to return and spend the whole weekend. Wooden walls and natural curtains convey the feeling of nature and the freshness of the forest. The design of the house sets the mood for relaxation, and the decor of the window opening also plays an important role. The color of the curtains will organically combine with textiles or furniture upholstery. For decoration, you can take fringe, tassels, bows, and tiebacks.
Rules for decorating windows with curtains in a wooden house:
- Roller blinds are used independently in a laconic interior, and they can also be supplemented with curtains to create an interior in any style.
- Short curtains look original and give the interior a special look.
- Translucent tulle can be folded in half, this design will be functional.
- Curtains look good with garters, and the most suitable type of fastening is braid or rings.
- When decorating a window with a lambrequin, you need to take into account the color of the walls and not make it too lush.
- Cafe curtains, tulle and blinds are suitable for decorating a kitchen window in a wooden house.
It is important to choose natural materials for curtains, observe a sense of proportion when choosing decor, correctly combine light options with thick curtains, and select curtains that are lighter or darker than the walls.
Style solution for a wooden house
Taking into account the style of interior design, you can choose appropriate curtains that will favorably highlight the overall appearance of the room.
- The Provence style is distinguished by its particularly bright colors. A spacious window can be decorated with light curtains with a floral print and attached to a wooden cornice using loops or bow ties.
- You can make a classic look in a wooden house if you choose light, heavy velvet curtains. But it is worth remembering that such material requires frequent maintenance, especially in a country house.
The photo shows an example of a classic interior in a country house where you can see that the classics are harmoniously combined with roller blinds.
- The chalet style is suitable for a spacious two-story wooden house with a second-light window, which will be decorated with light light curtains with a drawstring or braid fastening.
- Country style is easy to recreate in a wooden country house due to natural decorative materials, log walls, beamed ceilings, natural textiles and simple curtains. Check out country style curtain design ideas.
- The modern style of a wooden interior is emphasized by curtains made of organza and other modern materials, which are combined with the color of the decorative elements of the interior.
- Eco style can be emphasized with curtains in natural shades of green, brown or beige.
French-country style
The French-country style got its name in honor of one of the provinces of France - Provence. To make curtains in this style yourself, you will need either chintz, linen, or cambric. These fabrics are great.
Curtains for a cottage in Provence style
In addition to fabric and a sewing machine, you will also need:
• Accessories. To decorate curtains, you can choose satin ribbons, or threads to match any of the basic shades you have chosen. • For production you will need: special cutting paper, a centimeter/tape measure, crayons of any color, pins and tailor's scissors.
Before sewing curtains, prepare all the necessary tools
Of course, we must not forget about the fabric, which should be purchased with a reserve - you will need about 10-15 percent more. This is necessary to create a pattern for the place for the cornice, as well as in case of various types of errors during manufacturing.
Pattern of curtains for a summer house with eyelets
The length that you should focus on if you do not know the actual dimensions of the window opening or curtains you decided to make for someone as a gift is 3 meters.
First you need to determine the size of the window. After this, we begin to edit the standard sizes indicated below. Don't forget to take into account the dimensions of your window. You can sew Provencal curtains for a summer house from identical, absolutely even halves using a transverse strip. The width of one half should be at least eighty centimeters, and the vertical dimensions will be fifteen to twenty centimeters.
Provencal curtains for a summer house made of two equal halves
At first glance, it seems that almost anyone can handle this job.
In order for the product to turn out beautiful and correct in all respects, it is important to start with a pattern
To do this you need:
1. Fold the paper in half. Then you should lay it out on a flat surface. Then you need to start drawing the contours of future parts equal to half their current size.
Fold the paper in half
2. The next step is to transfer the completed pattern to the selected material
It is important not to forget to make special allowances for the seams. Where your new curtains will be secured to the curtain rod with latches, the indentation should be at least 5 centimeters
For other seams, you can leave one centimeter.
Curtain pattern in Provence style
3. The edges of the parts that you will make from fabric should be pinned together and then stitched so that the seams are even. After this, you can decorate the edges with satin ribbons, and then start assembling the finished curtains.
Pattern for curtain ties
It is also important not to forget about the details that will hold the curtains when they are pulled apart - tiebacks. They can be made from pieces of fabric that were left after cutting out curtains or from decorative ribbons
Types of curtains for a country house
Curtains create the mood of the room, and therefore it is important to choose not only the material, but also the appropriate type of curtains for a country house that will meet the requirements of the room.
- Roman blinds are suitable for decorating any room in a wooden house, as well as a veranda. They look simple, but at the same time stylish. The design allows you to adjust the degree of lighting in the room.
- Roller blinds, like Roman ones, can be combined with classic curtains and decorated with ribbons. Suitable for creating eco, Scandinavian and modern styles in a wooden house.
- Straight long curtains are suitable for bedrooms and living rooms. Suitable for windows of any shape and look good with any type of fastening.
- Short curtains in a wooden house look harmonious in a nursery, kitchen, or attic. Can be supplemented with garters or Roman blinds.
- French curtains with scallops made of translucent chiffon are suitable for creating a classic style in the living room of a wooden house. They can be combined with long curtains as tulle.
- Curtains with a lambrequin are suitable for both regular and triangular wooden windows. A lambrequin can soften corners, become an accent, or decorate a wall above a window opening. You can also hang a lambrequin in the kitchen on its own or in addition to blinds.
- Cafe curtains with ties, bows or loops are suitable for decorating a small window in a kitchen in a wooden house in country or Provence style.
- Blinds are suitable for the laconic design of a bedroom window in a wooden house, country office or attic. They are easy to care for and can also be combined with fabric curtains. You can also look at photos of blinds on the windows in the interior.
The photo shows an example of decorating a recreation area with wooden blinds. This idea will be embodied in a house with a bay window.
Types of curtain rods and methods of securing curtains
For a wooden house, string, tubular and baguette cornices made of wood are best suited, as well as metal ones with imitation steel, copper, bronze and forged tips. An aluminum or plastic cornice is suitable for a bay window. According to the mounting option, both ceiling and wall cornices are suitable.
The curtains themselves can be attached to eyelets, rings, ties, loops and braid.
- Curtains with eyelets are large or small rings sewn into the upper part, which are strung on a cornice. The even arrangement of the rings creates spectacular folds on the curtain.
The photo shows an option with eyelets that easily move along the eaves in a wooden house. Roman blinds go harmoniously with them.
- Curtains with rings are attached with the seam inward using plastic loops on the rings that hang on the curtain rod. They create waves on the fabric and are easily removed from the curtain rod.
The photo shows an example of the most common fastening of straight curtains to the cornice - on rings.
- Tie curtains are attached to the curtain rod using ribbons tied in a bow or knot. The thicker the curtain, the thicker the tape should be.
- Curtains with loops are attached to a tubular cornice using sewn-in fabric loops. Suitable for classic and modern interiors in a wooden house.
- Drawstring curtains are distinguished by their silent opening due to the pocket through which the fabric is hung on the curtain rod. This fastening is suitable for cafe curtains, niche curtains and wooden attic windows.
The photo shows an example of the design of a trapezoidal window with a drawstring, where the cornice follows the shape of the opening.
- Curtains with braid look dynamic due to frequent folds due to sewn laces that are pulled together. This option looks good with overhangs and a lambrequin.
On a note
Country - a cheerful rustic style - welcomes funny ideas and various, in the language of modern youth, jokes. The pattern on the curtain can resemble the top of jeans with sewn pockets, a kitchen apron, or a cowboy shirt. The style gives scope to any designer’s imagination.
Choosing curtains according to the type of window
A country house is distinguished not only by its interior and exterior decoration, but also by the variety of forms of wooden windows. A non-standard window opening can be stylishly decorated with properly selected curtains.
- A trapezoidal window can be draped completely or partially, or combined with tulle with blinds or roller blinds.
- A triangular window in a wooden house can be designed by masking its shape, or vice versa, by highlighting it. The cornice can be installed above the window, or along the sides of the triangle. Curtains can be made of fabric of different densities, depending on the style and purpose of the room.
- For windows in a house with second light, Roman blinds and straight curtains made of natural fabric are suitable. A wooden window should not be overloaded with decor, as this can ruin the natural beauty of the window. Light curtains with folds along the edge of the frame made of thicker fabric are suitable. To make the window even higher, the cornice in the living room needs to be attached under the ceiling, and if you need to visually separate the zones of the floors, then it is better to attach the curtains above the lower window.
The photo shows an example of window design in a house with a second light, where the task of separating the zone of the first and second floors using the height of the cornice was successfully completed.
- Curtains for a wooden bay window combine all the windows into one composition. You can make a common curtain and drapes on the sides.
- For an attic in a wooden house, simple curtains with the free edge secured using tiebacks are suitable. Also suitable are Roman ones and those on grommets with an additional cornice under the window.
Instructions
- At the initial stage, you need to decide on the length, width and number of lamellas. Standard values are from 89 to 127 millimeters.
- In accordance with the specified parameters, the lamellas are cut out, seam allowances are made and cut out.
- Each strip is folded lengthwise so that the front side is on the inside. Then it needs to be stitched along the edge and turned inside out.
- It is advisable to steam the resulting lamella.
- By putting them on the guides, you need to give proper order to the blinds system.
Decorating a room, especially a residential one, plays an important role. The design of window openings is of particular importance. How nice it is to look out the windows during the rain, being inside and feeling protected. Windows attract attention from the outside, which is why people tend to decorate them.
The modern goods market is replete with factory products from a huge number of manufacturers. However, curtains made by yourself can make a room not only beautiful and cozy, but also bring into it the warmth of love and special care.
Don't be afraid to take on this type of needlework. As you can see from the article, this is not difficult at all. Therefore, using the above guide, you can create comfort and beauty for every taste.
Choosing curtain material and color
The color design of the window depends on the size of the room and window, as well as the amount of natural light. A spacious and bright room can be made even larger with the help of airy white curtains, while dark brown curtains would be out of place in a small bedroom. For a wooden house, curtains in green, white, cream, beige, brown, checkered or striped, but without complex patterns and ornaments, are suitable. Natural fabrics that look best are cotton and linen.
- Cotton curtains are durable and easy to care for.
- Linen curtains will make a bright accent on the natural orientation of the interior. It is best to use undyed fabric.
- Tulle allows light and air to pass through well and is suitable for decorating windows in the bedroom and living room. You can use classic white or dyed tulle in the color that will match the curtains. Also, tulle can be attached in different ways and not combined with classic curtains.
- Curtain fabrics are suitable for creating an antique interior. Curtains for a summer house can be made of linen or velvet, which will resonate in the design of a sofa, pillows or napkins.
The photo shows a modern design of a wooden house with thick curtains. This solution will always be in fashion and will emphasize style in simplicity.
Mediterranean style made easy!
It is worth noting that one of the popular styles preferred by summer residents is Mediterranean.
Mediterranean style curtains for the garden
This style has a number of characteristic features:
• Adds additional light to the room. • Translucent and completely transparent materials are used for sewing. • It is better to use fabrics without a pattern (plain color) or with a floral pattern.
Mediterranean-style sheer curtains add light to the room
Making Mediterranean curtains yourself is quite simple and for this you will need: fabric, tape measure or tape measure, thread, tailor's scissors, sewing machine. The main rule in sewing this product is to take the correct measurements, which will become the starting point when cutting the fabric.
Curtains in the interior of country house rooms
- For the living room, long classic curtains with tulle and Roman blinds are suitable, which will look harmonious with wooden trim. A lambrequin or design with flips is appropriate here.
- Blinds and cafe curtains are suitable for the kitchen, which will allow the sun's rays to pass through even through a small window.
The photo shows Roman blinds in the interior of a wooden kitchen, where the practicality of the material and ease of care are important.
- The dining room will be made a pleasant place to meet guests by translucent curtains and straight drapes.
- In the bedroom and nursery, you should give preference to curtains made of thick material that protect from the sun, as well as transparent tulle in combination with roller blinds.
The photo shows a bedroom with classic curtains, where the drapes match the color of the walls and the tulle matches the accent pillows.
The photo shows an example of a nursery in a wooden house, where two windows are draped with different types of curtains; this design divides the space into two zones.
So, when choosing curtains for a wooden house, it is important to take into account the style, the strength of natural light and the texture of the fabric. Walls made of timber or logs themselves look beautiful, because the simpler the curtains, the more successful the interior of the house will look.
