It is not enough to choose a curtain by texture and color. You also need to think about such a detail as the mounting fabric tape, which is actively used to give the fabric shape and mood to the overall picture. But in the area of using and choosing such accessories, there are pitfalls and features that should not be ignored.
Sew curtain tape to the curtain
In order to sew curtain tape to a curtain, you first need to select threads that match the fabric. This is necessary in order to make future seams as inconspicuous as possible on the front side of the fabric product.
Important! Before starting work, you need to process the edges of the curtains for the most laconic appearance of the product. To do this, place the fabric face down on the work surface. Fold the edges of the product towards you and fasten the fittings with a slight tuck as well. Now you can apply a suture.
When the previous manipulations are completed, now you need to set your machine to the seam mode with hemmed edges.The seam itself must be applied as close to the edge as possible to obtain the most concise result. You only need to make two seams: on both sides along the edges of the tape.
Only a small seam will be visible on the front side of the product, but if you can choose suitable threads, then this circumstance will be noticeable minimally.
What types of curtain tapes are there?
Curtain fittings differ from each other in their characteristics from the drapery effect. Thus, the following main types can be distinguished:
- Classic version. Used for simple curtain designs, as well as to create the effect of large flounces and gentle waves on curtains.
- Counter shuttlecocks. This option is usually used to aesthetically decorate a room with coarse, woolen fabrics. In addition, this technique allows you to achieve the effect of visually increasing the space in the room.
- Round drapery. This type of curtain fittings is also called “cups” due to the characteristics of the finished result.
- Small drapery. This type looks quite elegant and festive due to the large number of flounces, which create the indicated effect.
Another type can be considered special designs of curtain tapes or your own artistic processing. There are many original ways on the Internet to sew it to a curtain in order to achieve a unique effect. Manufacturers who rely on the uniqueness of their product help to achieve the same result.
Methods for sewing curtain accessories
Many people make the main mistake in this process - they purchase accessories before deciding on the fabric for the curtains. If the curtain is already in stock, then only then is it worth going for the tape.
It is important to make sure that the length of the ribbon is sufficient, taking into account all the folds and features of the cut. It's better to take extra. It is also good to have an idea of the end result in order to choose the correct width of the fittings and the shape of the result.
It is also worth paying attention to the material of your canvas. If it is tulle, then you should choose the appropriate ribbon - porous, transparent. For heavier fabrics, you can choose denser fittings.
Important! Often, small strings of thread are built into the tapes, designed to further tighten the structure. Such harnesses cannot be sewn or crossed with a seam if you plan to use them.
Before the sewing process itself, you need to make sure that the edges of the fabric are processed and that the structure will not lose its shape due to deformation during further work. If the edges of the fabric are not ready for work, then it is worth unraveling several rows of threads from the raw edge. To do this, you can use a needle. Then trim a little with scissors and hem.
For a better result, you can use a fabric tape designed specifically for processing fabric edges.
Should you sew the ribbon to the curtain yourself or use the services of a professional?
Only you can find the answer to this question yourself. In fact, there is nothing complicated in the process of processing curtains yourself if you have all the materials necessary for this.
Thus, “getting your feet wet” is on a material such as tulle. This fabric is much easier to process and is unpretentious to minor miscalculations and mistakes.
You will need a minimum amount of practice in order to quickly get high-quality results from your work. If you want to learn this faster, then you should carefully listen to all the advice in this article.
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