Curtain Patterns

As window treatments, there is nothing to match the beauty of curtains. They complete the decor of any room and give the room ambiance and warmth. Curtains and drapes can be made with a variety of fabrics and there are also many curtain patterns. The right pattern of curtains can give a room personality and elegance and the wrong one can completely ruin it. So, you have to choose a pattern with care and make sure that it matches the decor of your room. Patterns of curtain for a modern apartment will be very different from those of a cottage style house.

Different Patterns of Curtain

There are many different styles and patterns in curtains and you can purchase them from a store or make them yourself.

Swag Curtains
One of the most popular patterns in curtains is the swag curtain. Swag curtain consists of conventional floor length curtain that is fastened to the curtain rod with an additional piece of fabric draped over the curtain rod loosely. One of the main advantages of this curtain pattern is that you can camouflage any hardware like curtain rod and joist with the help of the swag fabric. There are many ways in which you can personalize store brought swag curtains by draping a more luxurious fabric like velvet or lace over the curtain rod. These are very dressy curtains and are best suited for formal drawing rooms and sitting rooms. These are also one of the best curtain ideas for large windows.

Tab Top Curtains
Another curtain idea that is quite popular in a more casual atmosphere is the tab top curtain. A tab top curtain consists of simple tabs or rectangular loops on top of the curtain, through which the curtain rod is passed. It is one of the most used patterns in most homes and it is also one of the easiest curtain patterns to sew. Although the tab top curtain style is quite basic and simple, it can be made decorative by sewing buttons on the tabs, adding lace around the edges and by using beads and ribbons. You can choose from solid colored linen or cotton tab top curtains to more dressy sheer, voile or net ones.

Tier Curtains
One of the best curtains for kitchen is tier curtains. These type of curtains allow sunlight to enter through the windows and are therefore ideal for the kitchen. Tier curtains cover the upper portion as well as the lower portion of a window. The lower portion of the window is covered by curtain fabric that is of windowsill length. The upper portion is covered with a separate fabric that can be pleated, draped or frilly. These curtain patterns are usually mounted on spring rods inside the frame of the window. Tier curtains in lace, toile, gingham and net are very popular. A cafe curtain is similar to tier curtain and are also used as modern kitchen curtains.

Balloon Curtains
If you are looking to give a romantic and dreamy ambiance to your bedroom, then you cannot go wrong with balloon curtains. These curtains are characterized by its unique balloon design at the bottom end of the fabric. They are usually paired with valances to give the curtains a more balanced and symmetrical look. Fabrics that are used in making balloon curtains are satin, voile, lace and velvet. This particular curtain pattern is also great as bay window curtains.

Curtains are the best and most inexpensive way to transform the look of any room. So choose the right curtain pattern for your home. Curtains as window treatment styles is one of the most versatile options.