Before you start sewing curtains, you need to determine their purpose in the room. They can be:
- In the form of long curtains. Such curtains should not reach the floor at a distance of 5-6 cm. They are widely popular in rooms where the windows face the sunny side. Curtains are a way to add luxury and richness to a room. But such curtains are not suitable for low ceilings;
- Curtains to the floor. Such models can increase the ceiling height and length of the room. If the floor of the room is uneven, it is better to use canvases with a slight overlap;
- Curtains up to the window sill level. In most cases, such curtains are used for kitchens and dining rooms. Before sewing, the most important thing is to correctly measure the height of the window.
Required materials and tools
The length of the curtains can be increased using fabric loops, various pendants or inserts. To work you need to prepare:
- perfectly sharpened scissors;
- lambrequin or fabric, decor;
- construction tape;
- chalk or pencil on fabric;
- thread and needle;
- sewing machine;
- pattern paper;
- decorations;
- electric iron or steamer.
This is a standard sewing kit that is needed to lengthen curtains. For the lambrequin you will need lining fabric, and for the loops you will need buttons or rivets.
How to lengthen curtains at the bottom
There are several ways. Each option will depend only on your preferences, style and design of the room.
Rip out the bottom allowance
There are times when the curtains are 10 to 15 cm short of the required length. The height of the curtains can be added using a bottom hem. To do this, you need to open the bottom and iron the allowance on the fold well. After which the edge needs to be processed with an overcast stitch or a beautiful edging made in tone or another color.
Ruffles
This design of curtains is suitable for a romantic room design. It is worth giving preference to frills that can perfectly match the color and texture of the curtain fabric. A spectacular ruffle arrangement can not only add length, but also make the interior of the room more festive.
It is better to complement fabric for frills in a contrasting shade with the same detail on top of the curtains. Thanks to this, such an insert will look very harmonious.
Decor
In order to add length, you can use various decorative elements. Buy beads, crystals, rhinestones, pendants with stones, or make your own jewelry. You can attach the decorative element at an equal interval of length or run along the entire bottom of the curtains.
This process is very painstaking. It requires not only perseverance, but also patience. The end result will definitely please you. Such curtains can give your interior a certain charm and a lot of positive emotions.
How to beautifully lengthen short curtains
Eyelets
A more complex method of extending curtains involves a large number of details that need to be combined correctly and beautifully. These usually include eyelets. They can be secured using additional fabric, which is located below the level of the window sill, or they can be attached to hinges with a strip of curtains.
Eyelets can give the curtains beautiful waves. They have different shades and shapes. By choosing the necessary element, you can complement the design of your room.
Loops
This method of extension is considered the simplest. Any fabric is suitable for making loops. You can give preference to a contrasting material or choose a plain material. The most important thing is that it has the same structure as the curtains.
If you choose a fabric of a different shade, you need to come up with a combination with the rest of the living room interior. You can make a bedspread or tablecloth from this fabric.
To make loops you need:
- Cut strips from the material. To determine the length, you need to add an additional 2-3 cm to the missing length. The width of the loops should not exceed 4-5 cm;
- Now you can sew the loops to the curtains. But there is another way to design curtains. They can be tied with a bow. This design is perfect for decorating a girl’s nursery;
- After which all that remains is to hang the curtains on the curtains.
Please note that the curtain rod should not open the upper part of the window opening. This method is suitable for curtains that are up to 12 cm long. The loops are only suitable for tube curtains.
Lambrequin
A lambrequin will help to visually increase the length of the curtains. Before making such an element, you need to make sure that your curtain is suitable for such a decorative detail.In most cases, the lambrequin is made in several rows.
To sew a decorative element you will need:
- Choose fabric for the front and back sides. It is worth giving preference to light and dense materials;
- Make a lambrequin pattern. To do this, you need to know the height of the window opening. After which you can fix the workpiece on the fabric and mark the center;
- Make two parts. When cutting out, you need to add 2 cm for seams on each side;
- Sew all the elements on the back side and turn them right side out. It is necessary to carefully straighten the decorative element and iron it with an iron. After this, the lambrequin can be hung on the cornice.
More ways to lengthen curtains
The combination method is suitable for sewing lovers. This type of work is considered the most painstaking because you will have to reshape your curtains.
First, you need to determine where the inserts will be located. You should not place them strictly in the center of the curtains. It is best to retreat 40 or 50 cm from the top edge.
The material you choose can set the vibrant mood of your room. Solid colors are suitable for classic interiors, while bright materials can be added to the decorative elements of the room.
Conclusion
Changing the height of the curtains with your own hands does not require much effort and time. The most important thing is desire and creative ideas. Long curtains at home have an elegant and unique appearance. You can increase the height of curtains not only in emergency situations, but also when there is a simple desire to update old curtains.
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