
Planning changes in the kitchen, without requiring expensive investments? This can be done by replacing the curtains in the kitchen with your own hands.
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Style selection
Inspiring kitchen curtains can not only bring a sense of peace to the kitchen, but also control the amount of sun. All you need is to choose the thickness, structure of the fabric, depending on whether you want the kitchen to be sunny or shady.
If the kitchen is on the sunny side, you have white walls, you can choose thick curtains with wide stripes and geometric patterns.
return to menu ↑Comfortable colors
For the kitchen, made in bright colors, you can either go to the contrasting color kitchen curtains, or not to experiment, and choose the curtains to match.
Small kitchens look great with bright curtains in floral or fruit tones.
To make the room sunny and well lit, choose white curtains with or without patterns.
You can create interesting variations with transparent, subtle textures. Leave the base curtain white or close to to whiteso as not to create an obstacle to sunlight.
In any case, you will need some fresh ideas that are prepared for you.
return to menu ↑Fresh ideas for curtain design in the kitchen
Curtains for kitchen windows can be of different shapes, but serve as one of the easiest ways of visual impact on the kitchen.
Regular curtains as window coverings can work for almost any style or size of window, they do not have to be expensive to look beautiful.
Curtains, drapes, roll fabrics are just a few varieties of seemingly endless window coverings.
Think about changing the structure, tone, perhaps add an interesting print to revive the interior. Choose neutral fabric or material of a landed color if you want modern or modern look.
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- If privacy is important to you, study the materials with the effect of shielding, which allow you to see the street, let in daylight, but at the same time block the view from the outside.
- Consider cafeteria curtains, roman motifs and woven roller blinds using translucent or woven materials.
- When confidentiality is not a problem, a simple swag made of cloth draped over one window can also make a statement. In any case, it will be a good opportunity to show their individuality.
- If you have large or non-standard windows, then the curtains to the floor fit here, have the possibility of a full-color pattern when framing a large bay window or French doors.
- The fabric canopy will be the accent you want to demonstrate above the windows.
- Asymmetrical inserts can balance offset windows and give the kitchen a more modern sound.
6 ways to dress up the kitchen window
A few more ideas that will help you navigate the latest trends, as well as the fashion for kitchen curtains.
return to menu ↑Bamboo shutters
Bamboo has long been a multifunctional natural resource in the East. Today even exist houses, which include a bamboo element in the decor for partitions, walls, flooring, even toys are made of bamboo.
Bamboo curtains today flooded almost all houses in Europe and got to us. And not without reason, since they are stylish, inexpensive, easy to find, they are easy to install and add incredible visual texture and warmth to any space.
return to menu ↑Cafe Curtains
Another simple idea for the design of the kitchen window. They originated in Vienna in the 1800s in street cafes, where they became a symbol of ease inside the institution.
Café curtains are a great way to add a bit of style and privacy, while not interfering with natural lighting - since this type of window covering is located in the middle of the window.
Simple versions can be found with a small online search or you can customize them from any fabric. They can be hung either with ribbons or garters, or with ordinary clips for curtains.
return to menu ↑Roman motive
Originally, Roman blinds were invented in Rome to keep all the hot and dry street dust inside when visitors enter the house.
But soon the trend changed and women began to use them as a symbol of status and wealth. Like cafe-curtains, Roman shades give a ton of personality and can look appropriate in different interiors.
You can make roman blinds yourself by simply tying up your usual curtains in a certain way - not on the sides, but from top to bottom, using 4 or more garters that are attached to the eaves.
return to menu ↑Valances on the windows
They are located at the top level of the window and do not close the view. Give the necessary animation and mood, but not to the detriment of natural light.
Of course, they will not work if you need privacy, but they accurately express your style. About them below in more detail.
return to menu ↑Blinds shutters
Light or dark, the shutters give a classic look to the kitchen windows and look equally attractive in cozy cottage-style kitchens and traditional ones.
return to menu ↑No curtains
Growing trend in kitchen design it is that the windows and the natural light they bring attract attention and have no processing at all.
These trends determine the appearance and appearance of kitchens in most European countries and are just beginning to penetrate into Russia. However, the simplicity and accessibility of these solutions should interest you.
return to menu ↑Master class kitchen curtains with lambrequin
No matter how much the most valuable advice is listed, of course, a personal example and step-by-step tutorial is more practical.
Therefore, I will tell you how the curtains were made for my kitchen. This is a rather familiar stylistic decision for our continent. lambrequin.
You will need two pieces of fabric, one of which should have a translucent light texture, perhaps with a delicate pattern, and the other, on the contrary, bright.
return to menu ↑Step-by-step instruction
I always start with the treatment of seams, the field of how I measure the desired size, which is equal to three times the width of the window.
I processed the side edges of the material in a fold (an inexperienced seamstress can iron or pre-plan future seams, while craftsmen can turn the fabric while sewing). Bottom sheathe oblique bake to the tone of the future lambrequin.
Then she took the fabric for the main curtain and bent the upper edge, attaching a special assembly tape to it. I just pulled the curtain and hung the finished curtain on the eaves.
For the lambrequin, I used a cut of bright dense material, the dimensions of which were 1.5 × 1.5 m. For sewing the center, 2 cloth strips of 27 cm are needed.
I laid them in uniform folds in the center so that the finished product was 93 cm.
Then I proceeded to the side portions. I had a cut of material measuring 1.5 × 1.0 m. I needed to reduce it to 75 cm on one side and 35 cm on the other. I folded the fabric along the marks, cut it into two parts with a diagonal direction of 75 and 35 cm, respectively.
Now it was the turn of the folds for the lambrequins - so that they turned out to be smooth, I ironed the fabric, creating the size I needed, the number of folds in the direction from the center. In the end, I got half of the lambrequins 65 cm wide.
She connected the side elements with the central ones (the thickness of the folds should be the same in both parts in order to get a neat design).
The resulting lambrequin was 2.15 m, I cut its edges with an oblique inlay, and attached a satin ribbon on the upper edge from the inside.
return to menu ↑Important points
To correctly calculate the length of the lambrequin, I used the fact that each fold of it suggests a 3-fold increase in length.
Thus, if I made folds of 5 cm, then I needed 15 cm of fabric for each fold.
Therefore, the initial width of the material for curtains should be calculated with a 3-fold margin with a minimum calculation.
I chose a denser fabric for lambrequins, as I prefer more accurate folds, deep folds, while organza or another thin fabric will make the finished work more airy, will have light folds.
return to menu ↑Valances on the windows
Are you looking for some quick ways to brush up on your kitchen without making too many changes? Consider adding goggles to windows.
Here are some ways for self design windows with the help of valances.
They are made of fabric and are available in countless styles.
Valves can be installed on boards, curtain rods, or the usual bar and can be used with or without a panel.
There are many options for valorization, which may include a combination of existing processing methods, traditional designs or creating your own. Form, style is limited only by your budget.
return to menu ↑Variants of valances
Valances can have both decorative and functional advantages: they can make a window larger than it actually is, hide the defects of a wall, or easily connect architectural elements.
You need to keep in mind a few specific things, such as the height, width of the windows on which you are going to place them:
- How do you want to add or change the shape of your window with the help of valances?
- Will they have a sequel on the wall?
- Are there any obstacles in the way, such as casting on top of kitchen cabinets or other fixed objects?
- How much are you going to back away from the window on each side?
The answer to several questions will help you visualize the result, as well as help to correctly measure the window.
- The height of the product, I remind you that such window decoration as a glade should not exceed 50 cm, but usually it is made shorter.
- Cut the required width of the fabric equal to 3 times the width of the window and process it using an oblique lay-out (you will need more fabric if you continue the decor on the wall - just multiply by 3 the planned length of the product to choose the correct size of fabric).
- Sew a special tape to the top edge of the nozzle for the eaves.
- Hang the finished valance on the window.
You can use a semicircular, straight or triangular shape for valances. Choose durable materials as the most practical choice for the kitchen.
For the most individual effect, choose materials that express your lifestyle: fabric, texture, color and style.
If you are not sure about color combinations, patterns and overall design, this option can easily be made to order.
But you can make your own. Individual window design can combine the use of virtually any accessories or decorations that will give the window uniqueness.
Sewing curtains
Follow the step by step instructions for making curtains
Very time I got an article. Photos of chic interiors are chosen perfectly, provide an opportunity not only to see the curtains themselves, but also how they will look in various finishes and furnishings of the dining room or kitchen. At the moment, I still have the usual version, not conspicuous, horizontal aluminum blinds. By the spring, I want to update the kitchen - something new and positive is required. Maybe inspired by light curtains with a floral print. Ideas, peeped in the article, inspired by illustrative examples. It's great that a small workshop on making your own hands is given in such detail. I think that I, as a novice, with the help of step-by-step tips, will be able to realize the conceived beauty with my own hands. And there will be such unusual, original curtains only for me! Moreover, the review gives many samples, which are asked to be embodied. Useful advice on the use of valleys significantly enriched my knowledge, never met such details with friends, and in fact very beautiful, if you choose the right matter.
With each move I make sure that the curtains are of great importance in the interior of any room. It is necessary to change the curtains and the room becomes different. I like curtains with a lambrequin, no matter how hard or soft. The main thing you need to choose the color and shape, to create comfort for yourself, as you cook in this room. Sometimes a beautiful kitchen with elegant furniture, large and bright, but does not carry the comfort and warmth. Sewing services are expensive. But you can make the most beautiful curtains. Now the stores are full of various holders, eaves and other accessories for curtains. I use magnetic holders in the form of insects - bow and butterfly. I prefer green shades along with lime and yellow, due to these colors, my kitchen looks summer all year round. And when the sun shines through the window, the holders seem to come to life. All individually, like the color of the wallpaper, tiles, furniture and more. Picking up all this to your liking, you will be comfortable and pleasantly located in the kitchen, as well as your loved ones and friends.
The information provided in this article is very relevant at the moment. Moreover, the New Year holidays ahead and want to decorate their homes to the maximum for the adoption of the guest and relatives. Photos - diverse, unique and fascinating. The author revealed in the article a lot of interesting questions. such as:
The choice of style and the most recent and relevant ideas for the design of curtains that will emphasize the interior of the entire room in which they weigh. I put Pyaterochka on a five-point scale - I liked it, I learned a lot of interesting things. What is there to hide, after the New Year I seriously think about a complete change of old curtains and curtains, it's time to change the interior of the apartment and start thinking about it.
Damn so many options in the article suggested that the eyes really run up. Damn, and what a hard one to note.Honestly, I won't be able to choose right away right now if I am offered some of the options shown in this article. Unfortunately, we only have tulle in the kitchen, but after reading this article and looking at the photographs of the options, I’ll definitely insist that we also have curtains in the kitchen and let the husband try otmatsya))) But I personally like some darker tones as in my opinion in the kitchen. thanks to them, it becomes somehow more comfortable, and our kitchen is just on the sunny side and in the summer after dinner it is unrealistic to be there because of the sun, but the curtains of dark tones would really protect them from the sun. so for this summer, I’ll try to persuade my husband to hang curtains in the kitchen))))
Excellent article in which you can choose the appropriate version of the idea for the design of the kitchen window. I think that it is tulle and curtains that give the kitchen comfort and warmth. Therefore, I constantly try to arrange the window so that there is harmony in the interior. I found this article very well, in which I looked at several interesting design options for the kitchen window, the main thing is that I didn’t even think that the original curtain can be made by myself, spending a little time and this curtain is not expensive, compared to the purchased ones, but author's work, which today is very much appreciated. My kitchen is very dark and small, before that I had blinds, so I decided to change the interior and make the curtain on the windows myself, using a bright floral print. I liked the idea with the Roman curtains very much, it is very unusual and convenient to use such curtains, I will definitely try to make this original idea a reality, all the more difficult there is in this and even a beginner can do this.
Very timely information. Now I'm trying to figure out the curtains in the kitchen. Already that month. More precisely, I know what is needed, but I have not yet seen it, apparently, I will have to sew to order. And it's not just in the form of curtains, but in the colors. Looking for white curtains with unobtrusive lilac, to fit perfectly in the repair in the kitchen. But alas.
I bow to the valor. I think this is the best option for a not too large kitchen. Difficult options, which are described in detail in the article in the kitchen, generally carried too appropriate. If it is large and combined with a dining area - then another thing. There and curtains in the floor, and lambrequins fit.
Probably, blinds are also a good option for the kitchen, but I can’t accept it for myself - too office. I understand that there are different colors, including bright, contrasting ones, but in my kitchen I don’t see them.
Without any curtains, as the author suggests, one of the options seems to me that it is permissible only if you have your own house and a large garden in front of it. In our town houses, we need at least some protection of privacy from neighbors from the houses opposite, and for residents of lower floors and from passers-by. Naturally, this protection - curtains.
All ideas are interesting in their own way, but most of all I liked the bamboo blinds.To be honest, this solution seems to me very practical and convenient, and I seriously want to make something similar for home use. I love it when the window is completely closed, especially in the early morning. If even the slightest ray of light penetrates the window, then the quality of my sleep is significantly reduced. Therefore, until now, I use thick curtains and open them only when I wake up completely. But the curtains are not very convenient, as they collect a lot of dust and it is not very easy to clean them, but with bamboo blinds there will be no such problems. If necessary, they are easily understood and descend, and most importantly, they are well protected from light if necessary. The main thing is now to purchase material and start work In principle, there is nothing difficult and it will take several hours to make such blinds and it is definitely worth it.