A - Z of Interior Design Accessories – Eyelet Curtains

E is for Eyelet curtains

Easy to hang and incredibly stylish eyelet curtains can be used successfully in most styles of homes. Like many ready made curtains there's a plethora of colour and pattern choices, along with a variety of different weight fabrics, although sheers, voile and medium weight fabrics are the most commonly used.

Eyelet curtains form their own wave effect pleats when open or closed. They're not as full as pencil pleat curtains making them the perfect choice for modern and contemporary homes. Looking their best when full length this style of curtain also looks chic when just skimming the floor – when too long the wave effect pleats can easily become lost.

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Voile - Soft Furnishing Fabrics

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The popularity of voile continues to grow. This sheer lightweight fabric is being used to make trendy eyelet or tab top curtains either to use as the sole window dressing or in combination with regular types of curtains. In many homes voiles are used as an up-dated version of net curtains as they let light pass through them while preventing prying eyes from seeing inside the room.

Voiles are also being used to create a wall of soft fabric; the voiles are used in this instance to to create the illusion of a wall of continuous fabric, typically from floor to ceiling. Voile is also a great fabric choice for making bed canopies or as curtains for modern four-poster styled beds.

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The 4 Most Popular Curtain Headings

Curtains come in a wide variety of styles, colours, designs and headings for you to choose from. You'll also need to bear in mind the type of heading and the advantages each offers.

Pencil pleats
This style of curtain heading is extremely popular. They can be used with curtain tracks or curtain poles. They're made with the heading tape at the top of the curtains. The tape has pull cords attached enabling you to pull the fabric together, forming a series of pencil pleats. The tighter you pull the cords the denser the pleats will become. Pencil pleats offer a relaxed look suitable for both traditional and modern homes and typically used on medium and heavy weight fabrics.

Eyelets

These are created using metal or plastic rings which are used to cover the hanging holes cut into the top of the fabric. They create a streamlined look with wide folds which fall into a series of wave-effect pleats. Eyelet curtains can be used with most fabric weights and look fabulous in modern and contemporary home. The gentle fold allow for much of the pattern to be seen even where they're drawn open, making them an excellent choice for fabrics with large or bold patterns.

Pinch pleat
This style of curtain heading is refined and elegant. They are made with a heading tape which creates a fan effect when pulled. Pinch pleats provide a tailored look making them the ideal choice for dining rooms or formal sitting rooms.

Tie & Tab tops
These are the most easy styles of curtain heading. As the name suggests loops of fabric are positioned at the top of the curtain. Tie and tab tops curtains can only be used with curtain poles or tension poles. This heading is great for sheer, lightweight fabrics and voiles. They perfect for creating a relaxed and informal look.

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Monday Musings: Tips to Dressing Bay Windows

Bay window curtains come in all shapes and designs and can be tailor made as well. It all depends on what type of look you're going for and what size your windows are. One of the great things about living in a Victorian style house is it has a lot of character and creating a classy look with bay window curtains is extremely easy and not at all expensive to do. Make sure that you go online when searching for your new curtains and you will be guaranteed to get the best deals around.

Eyelet curtains are a fantastic design and give a modern and up-to-date look immediately. You can choose from a whole range of bay window curtain tracks and bay window curtain poles that come in many different colours and materials to hang eyelet curtains, so you will be able to find something that meets your needs and tastes.

Traditional pencil pleat curtains also look stunning in bay windows, offering a chic and stylish way to make the most of a beautiful bay window. I suggest full length bay window curtains to add a touch of elegance and refinement to a traditional interior.