Curtains in the English style

London curtain is a curtain of the lifting type. It perfectly combines original form and British restraint. It is possible to decorate with such curtain both classical interiors, and many modern. This is a great opportunity to visually expand the room and give the room airiness.

For sewing curtains used fabric made in England, which is why the accessory got its name. The highlight of the London curtains is the formation of a deep bow fold or lush, broken folds.

English curtains are often called the "descendants" of the Roman, from which the lifting mechanism and rich decor were inherited.The cornice for them can also be attached to the sash of the window or to the window opening.

By purchasing such curtains, you get the opportunity to transform the room in one motion:

• when unfolded, the model looks like an expensive curtain;
• when assembling the curtain shows flirty bulk puffs, something like a textured garland.

Using soft fabrics for curtains from England, often resort to the creation of two-layer products, which gives them a more rigid form. When the curtain rises, folds up to 40 cm in depth are formed in the center. The side parts of the curtains look stylish, hanging down like bows.

The main task of the designer, decorating the interior of the room in the British, Victorian, avant-garde and any other aristocratic style - the right combination of bantovoy and scalloped drapery of London curtains. To achieve long lateral ends will help bankovy folds.It is important to place them as far as possible from the edges.

When designing such an element of decor, it is important to observe the same intervals between the canvases. A special braid with a chain mechanism for assembling fabric is sewn here. A great result will be given by 2 side ribbons, as well as one wide contrast fold in the middle. With the help of a lifting cord, you can adjust the height of the curtains to your liking.

The mechanism of operation is quite simple: on the seamy side of the fabric, metal rings are arranged at certain intervals. Cords (2-4 pieces) are passed through them, which are connected at the top with a common cord. As soon as you “pull the rope”, a charming cascade of folds will open.

For tailoring London curtains do not take a plain fabric. The emphasis here is on prints that would be in harmony with the general interior of the kitchen, bedroom, nursery or living room.

The most suitable options for British motifs will be:

• geometric patterns;
• striped print, as most often found in such models;
• floral motifs (bird cages, owls, swallows, insects, vegetation, animals);

• multi-colored arabesques for modern and art deco;
• fancy baroque ornaments, lily Fleur de lis;
• today’s popular psychedelic pop art prints with motion effects;
• patchwork, watercolor and pictorial prints on the Toile de Jouy motif.

Lovers of the Empire style, romantic trends in design, as well as eclectic fans will pick up the London shade. Some prefer to combine the classics with modern trends. For example, you can find British curtains with a 3D pattern, photo printing. Experiments in the field of interior design does not end there.

The choice of the image of the London curtains will depend on the tastes of the owner and the overall concept of the interior. Chip curtains with an ornament is that in the assembled or straightened form of such an accessory looks different. And to make puffs even more expressive will allow the correct combination of two types of fabric: monophonic and printed.

The material itself must be opaque, have a soft design that will set the correct flat and strict folds. Suitable as a matter: artificial silk, taffeta, any other curtain fabric.

As part of draperies and accessories should pay attention to the laconic braid, glass beads, tassels, ruffles, ruffles, embroidery and fringe. This will bring a touch of sophistication and extravagance to the room.

When sewing curtains with their own hands, craftsmen often use colored cotton fabric, linen or rep, chenille, jacquard, and even a veil. The most acceptable option would be light textiles with a dense texture. When the main task is the excellent fixation of the falling waves (fold), then crepe is acquired.

Best of all the English curtain looks on the background of the classics. Luxurious furniture, a solid armchair, an office in the color of dark wood is the best tandem for such models of curtains. This decision will be relevant for bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens and libraries.

Thanks to the London curtains with draperies in the form of coquettish bows, quilling and lace, the room can be turned into a cozy hall for receiving guests, drinking tea or relaxing.If you use expensive curtain fabric when sewing curtains, then in the interior you can achieve the atmosphere of the Renaissance aristocracy.

In the kitchen, it is better to hang curtains with traditional unobtrusive English patterns, for example, a strip, a legendary Scottish cage, and floral patterns. The living room is the time to dress up with massive curtains with lace bows. This will add nobility and British restraint to the room. For the bedroom, a combination of double-layer curtains of pastel shades and a canvas with an interesting pattern (geometric, vegetable, animal print) is enough.

Models of curtains in the English style - this is an allusion to the delicate taste of its owner.

Most organically they fit into the atmosphere:

• Provence;
• romanticism;
• Victorian style;
• Baroque and avant-garde;
• shabby chic.

No matter which living room you have - big or small, light or dark - the London curtains will perfectly complement it.Well, if the interior will be present: a wooden table, luxurious armchairs, massive paintings, floor vases. Against this background, look great curtains with large tails of dark colors. For more modern areas fit light curtains with a fine print and a minimum of frills.

When choosing an English curtain in the bedroom, attention should be paid to coloring. It should be calm and not neutral. Framing the window will turn out to be a translucent curtain in a dark color scheme, for example, in violet, marsala, dark green, brown. It is also possible to combine the London curtain with curtains. In this combination, striped models look advantageous.

Pay attention to the duo of burgundy and ash-pink, bright blue and soft blue, green and turquoise. Fans of the romantic Provence style will appreciate the solution in the form of a white thick curtain with a floral pattern with a lot of assemblies and folds. For the bedroom it will also turn out to choose the options in the Victorian style, in the directions of the Empire, art-deco, vintage.

In such a room you need to abandon the lush pretentiousness, flashy shades and coarse materials.The interior of the kitchen “asks” for a flirty floral palette, unobtrusive cages and stripes. The design of the curtains will depend on the color of the furniture and the walls.

It is better to hang up the London curtain in the girls' room, as the boys are unlikely to like romantic options. Fantasize with your child by presenting the curtains together with the folds in the form of white foam, flower glade, flirty brushes interspersed with shiny thread. In the nursery it is better to hang translucent tulle, framed by lace.

Black folds on a background of a satin pink or white cloth will look fabulous. For a teenage girl, you can make up cute gothic to make her room look like a mystical medieval castle. In this case it is necessary to arm the curtains in lilac, bright purple, ash-pink, gray.

In addition to the usual classics, modern designers are experimenting with the shapes and patterns of English curtains.Today, a huge number of new models and fresh trends have appeared that will transform a great room.

So, you can look at the following options.

• Products with "pseudo-cuts". In this case, contrast material will be sewn inside the incisions. When the curtains diverge, it will give a fan effect.
• Models with semicircular puffs harmonize on the background of antique furniture, patterned wallpaper, vintage styles, art nouveau, avant-garde.
• Curtains with an even number of folds, which are fixed by the side edge.

• British suspension curtains are used with a hook attached to the wall to hold a heavy cord.
• Special products with a cornice that can decorate non-standard windows - bay window, arched.

Vertically assembled design always looks respectable. Experts do not recommend saving on fabric. The most popular brands that produce ready-made versions of English curtains are Morris, Elitis, Thibaut, Willman.To transform your house will turn out not only heavy curtains, but also curtains of tulle, organza, and voile fabrics. In the latter case, it is much easier to achieve chic wavy folds.

How to make an English curtain with your own hands, see the next video.