Window Treatment Patterns
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Window treatment patterns are available in stores and online as an alternative to premade or custom products. Custom window treatments can be extremely expensive and premade products are limited in terms of colors and sizes available. The right covering can make all the difference in a room. For those who do not have the budget to hire an in home decorator to design and make a custom product, making ones own design is a great alternative. There are also several no sew window treatments for those who lack expertise with the thread and needle.
There are a variety inexpensive ideas that require little to no sewing to really spruce up a room. Using a scarf is one way to make a valance. For extra large openings, two scarves can be tied together when a longer valance is needed. Ribbons and tie can be strategically placed around the scarf in different places to embellish the design. Using a tablecloth is another creative idea for window treatment patterns. Tablecloths usually already have finished edges so they are a good alternative for no sew window treatments. Wrap the tablecloth around the rod and secure with safety pins or Velcro.
Another useful product with pre-finished edges is a shower curtain. Shower curtains already have the eyelets to put the rod through and make great window treatment patterns. Costume jewelry, ribbon, and or hair apparel may be used for tiebacks. Using sheer fabric with a finished edge or even a bed-sheet that is ruffled is a good alternative for no sew window treatments. Ruffled bed-sheets may be attached to a piece of wood for support. Tools that will assist with the construction of these designs might include a glue gun, staple gun, or mounting tape. Thumbtacks may be used to tack the fabric to a mounting board.
A very popular alternative to a traditional curtain rod is to use a piece of wood that might be in the shape of a branch or that might resemble a decorative rod. Using this type of rod adds great texture and variety to the finished treatment. Another creative idea for a children's room is to use flags or banners and drape them over windows. Table runners are also great to use for a draping option due to the finished edging and unique shapes. These and other creative ways to use everyday items can be found in most window treatment patterns online sources, home decorating magazines, and many craft stores.
Before selecting any type of pattern, first consider the needs of the room where this pattern will be employed. Designs for the bedroom might need to offer privacy. How casual or formal does the area need to appear? Formal patterns should be considered for the living room area. Common fabrics and textures used in patterns are cotton, linen, polyester, rayon, and sheer fabrics, such as, muslin, voile, and lace. Being creative with the design process is easy with a little imagination. "She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple." (Proverbs 31:22)
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