Curtains play an important role in the design of an apartment. They can not only be a harmonious addition, but also advantageously emphasize the main idea of the interior. Modern designers put a lot of effort into creating interesting curtains that will satisfy the requirements of any consumer. Not so long ago, muslin curtains appeared, or as they are popularly called, thread curtains.
What is a muslin curtain
Kisey is a light translucent cotton weave fabric. It falls beautifully from top to bottom in long threads. The threads at the top are united by an unusual strong weave, and at the bottom they fall freely, creating comfort and uniqueness. The fabric has been popular in Eastern countries for a long time, as there is a hot climate. The curtain allows fresh air to pass through well and creates shade, which is so necessary in that area. Currently, muslin is the most popular decorative element in European apartments and houses. Today they are made from synthetic materials, they are all different in thickness, and therefore have different textures.
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Thread curtains are a beautiful decorative element that needs to be placed harmoniously. One curtain model looks different in functional areas and rooms. To make the most of the decor, you need to install it correctly.
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Which room are muslins suitable for?
Thread curtains are perfect for the living room. If the room is made in a classic style, then designers advise hanging multi-layer curtains made from a variety of textures. A high-tech room needs light shades, and the threads should be at different levels.
Option for window design in the living room
For the bedroom, you can choose muslin of dark colors, so it will protect the room well from sunlight. When decorating a children's bedroom, you can opt for thread curtains; they can be decorated with children's drawings. Kisey looks great in the kitchen, because you can choose the appropriate material yourself. Some of them have a special coating that protects them from soot and odors, and most importantly, they are easy to care for.
Multilayer muslin in the kitchen
An excellent solution would be to purchase thread Roman blinds. They look stylish and impressive in any room. When choosing curtains, you can pay attention to the various curly cutouts.
Drapery options
Decorating methods can radically change the appearance of curtains. To emphasize the design of the curtains, special devices are used:
- Pickups. Decorative ribbons, tassels and laces look impressive in any style. In the nursery, options with soft toys are relevant.
- Hairpins. The devices look like hair decorations. The threads are threaded through a round base and the movement is blocked by the stylus. Models are made of iron, wood or plastic, decorated with complex patterns and stones.
- Flower bouquets. Floral compositions on elastic bands and hairpins give the room a romantic touch. The decor is fixed with devices similar to women’s hair jewelry.
- Solid pick-ups. The hinges are made from chromed iron or plastic and mounted on the side of the frame.
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Soft models pull the fabric in any direction or fix it strictly in the center. The solutions are suitable for mounting on a rod or cornice. Kiss ropes are collected with tails, grabbed at different heights, or braided with braids. Gradient and rainbow options often divide the curtain into shades using tiebacks and elastic bands.
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Thread curtains - how to hang to decorate a room
With the help of such curtains you can create interesting window decorations that will look different every day. They look great if the threads are just hanging, and they can also be decorated with special accessories or simply tied. Thanks to its lightness and transparent texture, the material is very malleable to any manipulation.
Manufacturers produce a huge number of accessories. One of them is artificial flower hairpins. They are collected in beautiful bouquets and will give the curtains a great look. You can also use different tiebacks (brush, flower ball, decorative pendants).
Clip made of artificial flowers for muslin curtains
Designers recommend using several colors of muslin in the interior. An advantageous combination of shades will fit perfectly into any interior and create a cozy atmosphere. These curtains can be chosen on the side or in the middle, in any case it will turn out very stylish. You can use the threads to tie an interesting knot or weave a braid. Such curtains are a universal material with which you can change the appearance of the window every day. It is important to approach this issue creatively and be sure to include imagination.
An example of using muslin curtains of different colors in the living room
Mounting method
Curtain thread is a universal material, thanks to which you can create a different atmosphere in the room. However, it is important to attach it correctly. The fastening must not only be reliable, but also special. There are several ways to help you cope with this task:
- hanging curtains on the cornice pipe. At the top of the curtain there is a special patch pocket with a horizontal drawstring, onto which the rod of the structure is placed. If desired, it can be hung traditionally, with clothespins. The product moves easily along the pipe, so it is possible to constantly change its position. Curtains can be hung on a curtain rod with a gather, then they will look denser. You can hang them stretched, so they will look lighter and let in more light;
- curtains with hooks. You need to attach a ribbon to the top of the curtain, which has special holes for hooks. Using the ribbon, you can easily adjust the width of the curtain to the desired size;
- curtains with matte ribbon with metal hooks. The tape is very dense, which allows you to keep the shape of the curtain folds. Assembly can be done arbitrarily, it all depends on preferences;
- hanging on Velcro tape. This option is suitable for curtain rods with Velcro tape. Adhesive tape is simply sewn to the top border.
How to trim muslin
The width of the curtain can be easily adjusted using the assembly on the cornice, but you will have to tinker with the length; it needs to be trimmed. Thread curtains are made in standard sizes (3 m). To adjust the height, you need to hang the curtain on the curtain rod, carefully untangle the threads and let it hang for 2 days. During this time, she will be able to straighten out and take a comfortable position.
After which the excess length must be carefully trimmed with scissors. After this procedure, the threads will hang beautifully and create a unique look. When cutting the threads, you don’t have to worry that they will unravel or become shaggy. If you wish, you can not cut the threads, but simply tie them into interesting knots or pin them with special accessories.
Thread curtain for the kitchen up to the window sill
Handmade
Unfortunately, even with a huge selection of curtains, it can be difficult to find what you need specifically. You can make curtains from ropes or threads with your own hands, using the master class as a guide . In addition, you will need:
- Threads (100% viscose) of any color or several colors - 3 km! In standard skeins this is about 11 pieces.
- Curtain tape, matching threads.
- Non-woven tape, iron.
- Double sided tape.
- Sewing machine.
- Beads or other items for decoration.
All numbers are taken to make curtains 2.5 by 2.5 m.
The sequence of actions is as follows: divide the threads into segments 2.5 m long. Glue double-sided tape to the back side of the curtain tape along the entire length. Attach strings to it one at a time. Once all the threads are in place, place interlining on top . Iron with a damp cloth . After this, machine sew 2-3 seams in a row. The curtain is ready!
How to hang curtains without them getting tangled
At the top of the curtain there is a border (10–15 cm). The cornice must be attached to this tape. It is important not to untie the strings that tie the curtain together. If this is done, then during the process of sewing, transporting or any other actions, the muslin can get tangled. It is recommended to remove the protective ropes only when the curtain is already hanging on the curtain rod. By following such a simple rule, she will never get confused or create problems.
Take your time to untie the strings that tie the new muslin curtain. It is better to do this when the curtain is hanging on the window
However, if the muslin gets tangled, it is not difficult to untangle it, the main thing is to be careful and show a little patience. You should not hang tangled muslin on the window, as this will cause the knots to become even tighter. It is better to lay the curtain on the floor or bed and untangle the threads one by one using a knitting needle.
Before washing, the muslin curtain needs to be secured in several places with strings to prevent it from getting tangled, and you can safely wash it in the washing machine on the delicate fabric cycle.
Kissey curtains are a fashionable solution for decorating a window opening. They will give the room a zest that will delight the whole family and will not leave anyone indifferent.
Recommendations for cleaning and care
Despite their fragile appearance, rope curtains are quite easy to care for. The threads practically do not accumulate dust, so they do not require frequent washing. In addition, modern materials production technologies make it possible to treat fabric with special compounds that repel dirt and dust. All this makes it possible to wash curtains much less often.
Basic rules for cleaning and caring for rope curtains:
- It is permissible to wash muslin either by hand or in a washing machine, but only on a delicate cycle at a temperature not exceeding 40°C. Before sending to the washing facility, the threads must be braided and placed in a bag. After washing, the braids must be unbraided.
- It is better to take string curtains with bugles or other similar decor to the dry cleaner.
- You need to dry the muslin directly on the cornice. There is no need to iron.
