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Curtains with eyelets. Fastening and application in the interior. Curtains with eyelets with tulle: photos of the best solutions in the interior Marking places for attaching eyelets

How beautiful and functional the curtains will look depends largely on the way they are attached. Modern design interior design has a choice: from options with a special curtain tape to do-it-yourself curtains with grommets.

About eyelets and more...

The main requirements for fastening curtains are:

• free movement of the canvas along the baguette;
• practicality;
• Possibility of washing without additional disassembly;
• harmonious combination with the overall style of the room.

All of the above are fully met by eyelets - special devices designed for fastening to holes in the fabric and limiting its fraying.

The industry offers options from various materials, painted in a wide range of colors, having various shapes and sizes.

The main characteristics are presented in the table:

Grommet type	Advantages	Flaws
Metal	Does not limit curtains in terms of weight and fabric thickness. They have a long service life. Relatively light. Engraving is possible. Pairs well with many fabric colors.	Not suitable for every style of room design. Not every metal can withstand washing in a washing machine. Blackening and scratches are possible.
Plastic	Easy. Comfortable. Machine washable. Has a wide range of colors. Favorably reflects sunlight. Cheap.	Doesn't have any chic. Prone to breakage during prolonged use. not practical. Under prolonged exposure to sunlight it can change its shape.
Wood	Eco-friendly. Natural origin In harmony with wooden baguettes. Goes well with luxurious heavy curtains and flowing tulle.	Does not withstand washing in a washing machine. It can dry out, causing it to crack and lose color. Expensive. It has limited period services.

Choosing this method of attaching curtains means giving the room coziness. With the help of such fastening you can correct some defects, for example, “stretch” it in height. This happens as a result of the location of the eyelets on the curtain at some distance from the top edge.

A similar situation with vertical edges. By ensuring a smooth bend of the edges inward (for this it is necessary to make an even number of holes), we visually expand the window or doorway equipped with fabric.

We fasten it ourselves

The work of equipping curtains with eyelets can be divided into several stages, the so-called step-by-step instructions:

• preparation and careful measurements of the curtain itself (or a pair of curtains);
• alignment of the upper edge (if it was pulled out during previous use). To do this, the fabric must be laid out on a flat surface parallel to the wall of the room;
• smoothing this edge (if the fabric does not tolerate a too hot iron, this can be done through white cotton fabric);
• gluing a special grommet tape (it will create the necessary support for further folds);
• folds of the top edge of the free edge and side indents;
• transverse folding of fabric with tape;
• gluing the entire surface of the tape with an iron;
• determining the location of the eyelets. The total width of the curtain minus the lateral distances to the first and last element is divided by the number of intended eyelets minus one;
• applying their attachment points to the fabric;
• cutting holes centered at the designated location, with a diameter 1 cm less than the diameter of the ring;
• grommet fastening. To do this, we disassemble it into two halves. We insert the base into the prepared hole, cover and fasten with the second part;
• putting the curtain on the support and distributing the folds along at will. The diameter of the baguette is decisive when choosing eyelets, since the curtain will look harmonious if its fastening elements do not contrast with the cornice.

When performing operations with an iron (smoothing, gluing), do not forget to take into account the properties of the selected fabric so as not to burn it or cause deformation of the structural threads.

Pros and cons of bundling

The so-called disadvantages of curtains with grommets refer to the difficulties in preparatory stage. So, it is necessary:

• take careful measurements;
• correctly calculate the distance from the edge to the first hole, incl. from above, from the sides;
• maintain intervals;
• lay out the parts, outline their perimeter, cut out the internal holes;
• secure the eyelets using eyelet tape.

But when the work is finished, the advantages of such individual window design will be appreciated.

In addition, this is profitable, because factory-made sets of curtains with eyelets in the trade or sewn to order in an atelier will be much more expensive.

By decorating the window ourselves, we will be able to fully realize the flight of our imagination, select the components to taste, and complement them accordingly overall design premises.

Curtains with eyelets in the interior

Such curtains can be used in many rooms. And the most interesting thing is that they look beautiful everywhere, but in different ways. Let us consider in detail all the nuances of their use.

In the kitchen

They allow:

• open the window;
• freely regulate the flow of sunlight (by simply creating folds);
• quickly and easily remove curtains to replace or wash them.

If the issue with the blinds is resolved, inner part rooms can be decorated with light silk, cambric curtains or organza curtains.

They can be hung using grommets, but you should be careful not to give this method excessive visual heaviness and disharmony.

Those who want to give their kitchen originality and character can use curly eyelets in the form of fruits, tableware elements, vegetables, and shapes of kitchen attributes. This innovation will emphasize your love for your own home and the desire to create home comfort in the kitchen, and will complement the featureless window with a touch of originality.

What to be careful about? The kitchen is the room in the apartment where curtains are most often used not in full height

walls, select their original shapes and designs. The use of eyelets is not limited to such moments, however, how compositionally they fit into the set depends on our taste and preferences. Thread curtains are relevant today for the kitchen.

This is an option when there is no continuous fabric. “Threads” can be made of fabric or made with your own hands from wooden or plastic trinkets, beads, and buttons. Grommets are unlikely to be acceptable for attaching such curtains. They do not involve folds or gathers, but should have a straightened, even appearance.

But the current design of a country-style kitchen today will require grommets made of wood. They will most appropriately reflect national traditions, give the curtains softness and folk motifs.

To the bedroom Heavy fabrics in the bedroom can be secured, for example, by designing eyelets in the form of hearts or oval holes with a silver edging. They'll come to the place decorative ornaments

in the form of beads, a scattering of shiny stones, soft frills or fringe (for a romantic style).

Often, saving space and money, light and heavy curtains in the bedroom are placed on grommets at the same time, on one baguette, laid in parallel folds. This option is inconvenient because it involves simultaneously closing or opening the window.

A set of curtains for the hall with eyelets is a justified option. The first and main condition for its selection is the appropriate general style of the room.

The hall in which the family most often gathers should have the most versatile option and the corresponding type of mounting.

With the help of eyelets in the hall you can:

• emphasize the luxury or richness of the decoration (using bronze, gilded or copper details);
• complement the minimalist or high-tech style with steel-colored curtains on a chrome cornice with silver eyelets;
• create bright accent using curtains and holes for attaching them in a contrasting shade (either in harmony or in disharmony with the main colors of the fabric);
• using eyelets of geometric shapes (triangles, rhombuses, squares), harmoniously complement the wallpaper made in this direction.

The holes in the curtains can be additionally decorated with ribbons, threads, various kinds decorations smoothly falling from under the ceiling along the curtains.

The selection of the size of eyelets for the hall depends on the role assigned to them. So, if the curtains are bright, catchy and quite expressive, you should not focus on them. You can take small fastening parts that are convenient for your use.

In cases where a special accent is created using a baguette and fastenings, the eyelets are chosen to be large and textured. Most suitable for such a case wooden parts. In addition to their visual properties, they carry a biological charge of vivacity and are the most environmentally friendly.

Varieties

It turns out there are really a lot of them. Each has details that are worth knowing before using.

Curtains with tulle

A room with a light romantic style, equipped with light furniture, arranged while maintaining free space, will be worthily decorated with tulle on the eyelets. It can be dark or light, have a monochrome print of the design or be full of colors. One thing is certain: its fastening will keep up with the style of such curtains. The support placed at the upper base from the grommet tape will help maintain the neatness of the shape and the original volume. And holes made at distances of 15-20 cm will prevent the fabric from stretching and sagging.

The result is a neat, light window frame that allows you to let in a stream of fresh air at any time.

With this approach, you don’t have to worry that a child, catching the edge of the curtain, can completely pull it off the baguette.

One cannot help but mention such a positive aspect of curtains fixed in this way in the nursery as the creation with their help of a special plot atmosphere.

Thus, it is fashionable to give the room in which a boy lives the appearance of a ship’s cockpit or deck. This method of fastening is a natural frame for marine accessories: ropes, sails, anchors and others. According to the designers, the ship's equipment served as a model for hanging curtains on strong rings.

A girl who prefers an affectionate and kind environment for her room will be glad to see the elements special design on the windows. Eyelet decorations in the form of flowers or hearts will make the window opening an indispensable part of the overall room style.

In addition, such openings in the curtain will help you conveniently hang your favorite birds, dragonflies, and butterflies in a suspended state. They will soar in their natural form, lifting the spirits of everyone present.

About short curtains

The classic approach to decorating curtains using eyelets involves a strict, even, long canvas, with soft folds and a perfectly regular shape.

However, the design living rooms not limited in flights of fancy.

Today the following models can be hung on grommets:

• Short with a straight bottom edge.
• Medium length on the sides and short in the center.
• Long in the middle and short on the sides.
• Decorated with fringe, frill, folds.
• Included in a common lambrequin or located on a separate baguette.

The presence of soft folds in the style is mandatory. And this, in turn, leads to the need for extra width of the canvas. You should not try to hang a short curtain the width of a window using eyelets.

Second important point is the ability of the grommets to easily move along the cornice. If a build is planned short curtains down on the sides, most likely they will not stay in this position, but will move apart along the sides with the entire canvas.

Short curtains are often located in kitchens, bathrooms, balconies, and verandas. With this trick, housewives prevent a reduction in the free space in the room, make it easier to open windows or balcony transoms, and prevent the fabric from burning out at the level heating devices(radiators).

Their advantages:

• easier to remove for washing;
• replace depending on the season;
• simply move it away from heating devices (stoves);
• can be raised if you need to use the window sill.

When hanging short curtains, you need to be careful in choosing the ceiling cornice. Paying attention to massive models, complemented by carved tripods, we risk creating an imbalance between the volume of the curtain and its baguette. There is only one option: reducing the length of the curtain and reducing the volume of the baguette is carried out simultaneously.

About double curtains

Most solutions for decorating window openings with curtains contain a two-component option: light, airy tulle and a dense, practical, heavy curtain. Each component has its own purpose and use cases. It’s rare to limit yourself to just a light weightless curtain. This happens when the room is very small in size or its insolation (penetration of sunlight) is extremely insufficient.

Double models are preferred in living quarters, recreation rooms, and windows of multi-story buildings facing the courtyard. In this case, the curtain plays the role of an insulating factor.

Double curtains, fixed to the windows with eyelets, can have several options:

• On one cornice there are sequentially dense canvases (usually on the sides) and thin tulle(mainly in the center). This method is original and in demand, but is acceptable for a large wide window. During the daytime, the side strips are gently gathered along the side edges of the window with the help of folds and fall beautifully to the floor. The central part (tulle), on the contrary, is open as much as possible, which contributes to good lighting of the room and does not burden the overall aura. In evening time internal sides
• The side panels are moved to the center, folding the inner tulle as much as possible. The window closes almost completely, taking on the appearance of an elegantly designed solid wall. The pairwise arrangement of eyelets constantly maintains the fabric's impeccable appearance and lack of sagging, despite frequent movements of the fabric along the cornice. When decorating curtains with eyelets, both fabrics (intended for the first and second layers) are folded together, parallel. In this case, they are connected by the front (second) and back (first) sides. To make the connection precise, you can use sewing needles, pins, or sweep the top edge with a regular basting stitch. The holes for the eyelets are made on them at the same time. Such scrupulousness in preparation will allow you to avoid uneven distances between eyelets and corresponding irregularities in

Simultaneous design of two stripes with common eyelets is used more often when the top layer needs to be picked up on the sides into soft folds. At the same time, the middle of the window opens softly and originally under a slightly transparent veil of inner tulle.

Each component of a double curtain is hung on its own ceiling cornice using separate eyelets.

This option is most understandable and convenient when frequently closing or opening curtains.

Here we may encounter an unpleasant nuance. Eyelets located at different distances will create folds on curtains of different widths. As a result, complete chaos in the design of the window opening is guaranteed. Therefore, their location should be clearly comparable in height and width.

The second caveat is this: by using eyelets that are too wide on adjacent canvases, you can get the effect of them mutually displacing one another. The result: a cluster of strange bends and rings at the top, clearly interfering with each other.

The solution to this issue is to use a special method of attaching double curtains. This option involves placing the outer (directed into the room) and internal (directed towards the window) layers on the eyelets. The second layer is attached to fishing line, hooks, small rings, clothespins and other methods.

The double curtain is characterized by convenience and practicality. But for high-quality window decoration, you need to think through all the smallest details in advance.

How to choose the color of the eyelets?

The world of design rules has clear recommendations on the beneficial combination of colors, their mutual harmony or disharmony, color therapy, and even the effect of colors on human health. This has a direct bearing on creating a healthy microclimate in the room.

From the position color harmony For example, for brown fabrics, beige, blue or gray eyelets are suitable (according to the color compatibility table). In practice, you can use eyelets with gold plated or having a silvery steel tint.

Against the background of brown curtains, rings with artificially applied blackening or the vintage trend that is fashionable today will not seem pretentious.

Universal eyelets gray. They will harmoniously combine with almost any color of curtains. True, some may seem rustic.

It should be noted that light-colored eyelets visually increase the size of the holes and make them larger. That's why dark options curtains are rarely equipped with such details. They look organic with light colors light curtains, especially those with small multi-colored prints.

Edging the holes for the cornice in bright colors contrasting colors(yellow, red, green, etc.) is acceptable in cases of shade of curtains located in one color scheme . For example, pink eyelets on a burgundy fabric base.

The second version of such combinations is in the avant-garde or boho style, where everything bright, contrasting, and attracting attention is welcomed. However, the window should not contain too many color contrasts.

The opposite view on the selection of eyelets is that the method of fastening should be completely invisible. In this case, the illusion is created that the cornice penetrates the curtain itself, and not specially equipped holes. Such naturalness and simplicity benefit such design styles as hi-tech, minimalism, Bauhaus and others.

Care

Some people think that caring for eyelet curtains is difficult and thankless. The moments when streaks of rust appeared after washing (from metal parts) or the edges of the hole “crumbled” due to weak fastening.

There will definitely be one answer to such complaints: with a high-quality textile product, with correctly installed eyelets, there will be no difficulties with maintenance.

Certain types of metal eyelets have removable fasteners. In this case, they can be disassembled and washed in the machine. If this is not possible, a delicate washing mode and a special synthetic bag will come to the rescue. Hand washing after soaking is also suitable.

It is difficult to imagine the interior of a room without window decoration. A room without curtains looks uncomfortable and uninhabited. Choosing curtains is only half the battle; you also need to hang them beautifully. Modern designers offer an original way of attaching curtains using eyelets.

You should not go to specialized salons to purchase fashionable novelty. You can sew curtains with eyelets with your own hands, and step-by-step instructions will help you with this.

What are eyelets

The word “eyelet” came to Russia from Holland. Initially, it designated a hole in the sail through which the tackle was passed. Over time, this term moved from the maritime lexicon into a design one. In the language of interior designers, eyelets are a detail that frames the opening in the curtain. Consists of two parts: back and front. Carries both a functional and a decorative load.

Types of eyelets

With the growing popularity of eyelets, manufacturers have significantly expanded their product range and produce products for every taste, taking into account consumer demand, sometimes even ahead of it.

All types of eyelets can be divided into four groups according to different parameters:

• form;
• material;
• diameter;
• design.

The most common form of eyelets is a ring; oval or square options are rarely found. The fastening coincides in appearance with the cross-sectional contour of the cornice.

Rings are made of metal, plastic, and are also found wooden crafts, which will look harmonious in the interior of rooms, the design of which is made in the “Provence” or “country” directions. Metal ones will look organic in a room decorated in a high-tech style, and plastic ones, thanks to a wide palette of colors and a variety of textures, will fit into any design solutions.

The diameter of the eyelets, as well as the shape, depends on the type of cornice. To ensure easy sliding, the diameter of the fastening ring should be 1.5–2 cm larger than the cross-sectional size of the rod.

The most extensive group is designer eyelets. The wealth of imagination of developers is limitless; consumers are offered a huge selection of fasteners of different shapes, shades, with beautiful decorative finishes.

You can find eyelets on sale in the shape of a star, a drop, or a geometric figure. Products are decorated with rhinestones, engraving, and embossing. Fasteners are produced with various textures: wood, stone, transparent. They are painted in all sorts of shades. So there is always plenty to choose from.

Benefits of use

Curtains with eyelets have a number of undeniable advantages and advantages over other types of curtains.

1. Easy to expand. Such a curtain, unlike other multi-layer structures, easily slides along the rod, does not cling to anything, and does not require additional devices for moving.
2. Reliability of fastening. Such curtains will never come off the eaves, as often happens with hooks and clips. The fasteners hold securely on the rod, which is an undeniable advantage when using them in children's rooms and in the kitchen.
3. Possibility of creating uniform folds. Their order and shape are not disturbed during operation.
4. Easy to remove and hang. Such curtains are much easier to remove and put on the rod than regular curtains. In order to hang the curtains in place after washing and ironing, it is enough to string them one by one on the guide rod. The retaining rings do not need to be removed before washing.
5. Comfortable ironing. Curtains with grommet fastening are easy and simple to iron. They are a rectangle without folds or gathers, which usually complicate the ironing process.

Flaws

Despite all the advantages, these curtains also have disadvantages. They are associated with the design and installation features of the holder rings.

If the overall interior of the room requires window decoration in traditional style, then the eyelets will not fit. The combination of thick curtains and light tulle requires at least two strings or rods. In the case of rings, there is only one guide, and two will look extremely bulky.

Some materials may shrink along the warp and weft after washing. Even a special eyelet tape for curtains often cannot cope with deformation. The problem is solved by combining two canvases when making curtains.

Which rings are better - metal or plastic?

In the selection process, it is difficult to determine what to give preference to - plastic or metal. It is impossible to answer unequivocally, although the first material has a number of advantages over the second.

Advantages of plastic holders:

1. Lightness of products.
2. Easy to install, no installation required special devices.
3. Wide color palette.
4. Imitation of the surface of various materials: wood, metal, glass.
5. Not susceptible to corrosion, do not leave traces of rust after washing.
6. The cost is much lower than their metal counterparts.

When choosing plastic fasteners, you should consider one nuance - the coating. Rings with a matte surface look discreet and last longer. Glossy products look brighter and more festive, but after some time they lose their original shine.

But it happens that the style of the room requires metal holders; moreover, they are much stronger than their plastic counterparts, which means they will last longer.

What to look for when choosing eyelets

Having decided on the material issue, you should decide on the color of the fastening rings. For them there is only one requirement - the products should not violate the overall harmony of the interior. Consequently, the color is selected to match the surrounding environment. IN in some cases Contrasting combinations are allowed, in which case the emphasis shifts to the eyelet. It wouldn't hurt to play with the appearance of the rings. The unusual shape will enliven the interior and give it a touch of originality.

The last thing to decide is the size of the mount. In order for the curtain to slide easily, the hole in the ring should be slightly larger than the diameter of the rod. The best option Rings ranging in size from 10 to 50 mm are considered.

How to sew tulle with eyelets yourself

Despite the apparent complexity, sewing curtains with eyelets is quite simple. Following some advice from experienced craftsmen and step-by-step instructions, which can be found in abundance on the Internet, you can make a product that is not inferior to factory-made analogues. The Internet is replete with guides and master classes telling how to sew such curtains yourself and install fasteners.

Fabric calculation

To achieve harmonious drapery, for which curtains with eyelets are valued, you need to take 2.5–3 times the width of the cornice. If you buy less fabric, you won’t get beautiful and expressive folds, and vice versa, an overly wide curtain will look bulky.

Allowances for edge processing are added to the resulting width. Their size depends on the type of processing: overlock or double hem. If you are planning a curtain of two halves, add an allowance for closing so that the moved curtains look like one whole. As a rule, the closing allowance is 7–8 cm.

The height is taken arbitrarily: the curtain can be either to the floor or to the window sill. To the desired height, add 13–20 cm per hem: 3–5 cm at the bottom and 10–15 cm at the top, depending on the material and width of the special reinforcing tape.

Required tools and materials

Having decided on the fabric and size, you should prepare everything necessary tools.

To work you will need:

• eyelets;
• sharpened scissors;
• grommet tape for curtains (can be replaced with doubler tape or non-woven fabric);
• tailor's chalk or pencil;
• sewing supplies: needles, threads, scissors;
• iron;
• sewing machine.

Sewing curtains does not require special skills, just basic knowledge and ability to work sewing machine.

Initial fabric processing

Sewing begins with finishing the edges.

Procedure:

1. The top is folded 2 cm to the wrong side and ironed.
2. The size of the next hem depends on the width of the eyelet tape.
3. Inside the folded part of the curtains, a tape is laid, the length of which is shorter than the width of the curtains by the amount of allowance for the side hem.
4. Curtains are carefully ironed. To avoid damaging the fabric with a hot iron, it is better to use white cotton cloth.
5. A stitch is laid along the upper edge of the curtain and at the place of the hem.
6. Then the bottom of the curtains and the sides are double hemmed.

For curtains made of dense material, the hem can be made larger, and vice versa, for light, flowing fabrics, the size of the top allowance will be minimal. Its value is also affected by the size of the eyelets: it increases as the diameter of the fastening elements increases.

Marking places for attaching eyelets

Installation of eyelets begins with markings. After making sure that the tape is securely glued and the edges are properly processed, you can begin marking along which the rings will subsequently be installed.

To achieve a beautiful wave effect, the number of rings should always be even, and the number of spaces between the rings should be odd.

First, they determine the size of the upper indentation - the scallop. For dense fabrics it is larger, for tulle, organza and tulle - less. The distance between the rings can vary from 15 (soft drapery) to 22 cm (embossed folds). The optimal gap is 18 cm.

Instructions:

1. First you need to lay the fabric out on a flat surface.
2. Step back 5–7 cm from the edge to make the first mark.
3. Do the same on the opposite side - this will be the last mark.
4. Attach the fastener and trace its inner circumference with chalk.
5. Repeat this procedure at regular intervals.

Fastening the rings

After applying the markings, begin installing the rings. Using scissors, cut a circle on the fabric, moving 1–2 mm from the edge of the mark to the outer edge. One half of the eyelet is placed on the inside, the other on the front side of the curtain. They snap into place.

How to properly secure a cornice

All that remains is to hang the finished curtains on the rod. To achieve beautiful drapery, you need to choose a cornice suitable length. Ideally, it should exceed the width of the window opening by at least 15 cm.

Distinctive feature These curtains have a beautiful “comb”, so the curtain rod should not be installed too high. There should be some distance between the ceiling and the guide.

The cornice is attached to the wall using brackets. Installation on the ceiling is possible, but in this case you should choose a long bracket to avoid deformation of the upper edge of the curtains.

How to care for eyelet curtains

During use, any curtains become dirty and dust settles on them, so washing cannot be avoided.

Machine washable

If the manufacturer has indicated a special symbol on the fabric label that allows machine washing, then you can safely trust the curtains household appliances. No special preparation of curtains is required for the cleaning procedure.

The following rules should be followed:

1. Wash only in a special bag. If you don’t have one on hand, you can replace it with a pillowcase of a suitable size.
2. Set the temperature to low and switch the machine to delicate mode.
3. It is better not to wring out light materials (tulle, organza). It is enough to carefully hang the curtains; after all the water has drained, the fabric will smooth out under its own weight.

Handwash

If the fabric manufacturer does not allow machine washing, you will have to hand wash the curtains. It is recommended to use shampoo or special gel. The curtains are soaked in warm water for a while and then rinsed thoroughly.

It happens that after washing the fabric comes out from under the ring. Don't be afraid of this. To fix this problem, simply remove the ring, fill in the loose material, and put the structure back together.

The use of eyelets provides the housewife with many opportunities to change and improve the interior. So, curtains can be used to zone a small room. Open curtains look playful and give an ordinary bedroom the appearance of a boudoir, while tightly drawn curtains give a feeling of privacy and intimacy.

Eyelets can be used not only as fasteners, they also serve a decorative function, at the same time being a decoration and part of the composition.

You can safely play with the fastening, sometimes trying the most unexpected combinations.

You should not believe the statement that curtains for curtains with grommets are not the most successful companion. A combination of flowing tulle, gathered at the top and fixed on the cornice traditional way(on hooks or clothespins), with thick curtains strung on a rod, it looks original, unusual and incredibly beautiful.

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Beautifully flowing curtains can add attractiveness, warmth and coziness to a room. perfect option decorate the window and make it unique. A mandatory accessory for curtains is a cornice that secures the panels. Cornices can be either purely functional, in which case they are almost invisible, or decorative, enhancing the impression of the fabric. The latter deservedly include forged, wooden, or plastic curtain rods with tips, curtains on which are usually hung using eyelets.

What it is?

Eyelets are rings with a flange, usually made of brass, that serve to secure the edges of a round hole in the fabric. This term comes from the 14th century French word oillet, which means “small eye.”

This convenient accessory appeared thanks to the ingenuity of sailors, who thus adapted to quickly raise and lower sails, because the cable slides along the metal rings much faster than through ordinary holes in the fabric. Over time, the convenience of using eyelets was appreciated by fashionistas who used them to tighten corsets and lacing their shoes.

Also, at all times, theater curtains were attached using rings, and then heavy velvet curtains in the houses of the nobility. Currently, eyelets are used in all these areas, but they have become especially popular as an accessory for attaching curtains.

These grommets come in a variety of colors and finishes, so you can always choose rings that match or complement the finish of the cornice. There are rings that look like antique bronze, gold or tin. You can also choose eyelets in black, white, brown and other colors.

Advantages

It is very easy and simple to update the interior by hanging new beautiful curtains, especially if they are located on an elegant cornice and draped in elegant, noble folds. Rings, which allow curtains to be closed and opened quickly and easily and provide uniform draperies, have always been used in the manufacture of curtains and curtains, but recently they have become especially popular.

A veil or heavy curtains look much more noble on the eyelets and keep the folds even and neat. Thanks to the sealing tape, which is necessarily used when installing eyelets on the curtain, and the rings themselves, any material drapes naturally attractively and symmetrically. It is also important that the cornice in this version of the window design remains almost completely visible, being an additional decorative element.

In curtain stores you can always find beautiful forged curtain rods or products made of chromed aluminum, having shine and an attractive appearance of natural of stainless steel, but much lighter in weight. In combination with curtains and eyelets of the appropriate tone, you can decorate the windows in any of the styles, from Ethno and Provence to Loft, Hi-Tech or Techno. The size and shape of curtains on rings also does not have any artistic restrictions and depends only on the taste and budget of the owner of the room.

Hanging curtains with eyelets is much easier than using hooks, first of all, thanks to the wide and free holes that easily and quickly pass along the rod of the cornice, and secondly, since the number of these holes is much less compared to hooks. Even the curtains can be pulled apart Small child, they glide evenly and have almost no resistance due to the smoothness of the surface of the cornice and rings. An additional advantage is the almost silent sliding.

Unlike loops to which hooks cling, eyelets do not stretch, so the edges of the curtains will not sag unsightly later.

Kinds

Curtain eyelets can be of different outer diameters, from small ones - 30 mm, to larger ones - 55 mm. For fabrics with a thickness within 5 mm, it is recommended to use eyelets with an internal diameter of 35 mm and an external diameter of 55 mm.

Modern industry produces eyelets from various materials:

1. Metal, made of brass or stainless steel (gold colors, nickel, antique, oxide);
2. Plastic;
3. Wooden.

The shape of the rings can be either classic, in the form of a circle, or oval or fancy. There are eyelets in the form of stars, squares, drops, hearts or flowers. The surface can be smooth, but there are also twisted metal eyelets, decorated with rhinestones or having a convex ornament.

Plastic eyelets are considered the most practical due to their low cost and greater ease of maintenance, since there is no risk of rust when washing curtains with plastic rings. Rings made of white plastic are more advantageous for long-term use and frequent washing, since the coating on colored rings can crumble or fade.

When installing on heavy curtain fabrics, it is important to choose quality rings from hard materials, such as Various types metal or thick plastic. These do not have to be expensive rings, but strong enough to support the weight of the curtains. On thin fabrics such as tulle or organza, it is better to install plastic eyelets.

Choosing the quality of rings is a search for a balance between price and functionality.

Cornices

When choosing a curtain rod with eyelets, you should pay attention to the following points:

1. The style in which the room is decorated. In a modern interior, the cornice should be simple and laconic, not burdened with unnecessary details in the form of twisted forged ends or gilding, which would be appropriate in design solutions in Baroque or Modern style.
2. Curtains that are planned to be placed. Be sure to take into account the weight of the curtains. For light curtains, a plastic curtain rod is suitable, while heavy and bulky curtains will require a durable metal curtain rod.
3. The number of levels that will be on the cornice. If, in addition to curtains, there should also be a lambrequin on the window, a double cornice will be required; for compositions consisting of a lambrequin, curtains and tulle, the cornice should be triple.
4. The length and width of the cornice relative to the window. It must be remembered that small room can visually reduce a voluminous dark cornice, and low ceilings will look higher if the curtain rod is fixed near the ceiling. Also, a longer cornice can give the windows space, while a short one will make them visually narrower.
5. Material and color of the cornice. Presence wooden furniture or decoration in the room will be in harmony with curtain rods of the same texture and color. If the interior has brass, gold-tinted cornices will look very harmonious in it. Silver ones can add a stylish modern touch to the interior and will be combined with the same furniture details or chandelier.

As for the size of the eaves rod itself, it is worth remembering that metal rods, as a rule, are thinner. The diameter of the cornice varies from 10 to 35 mm depending on the material from which they are made. In addition to plastic, wooden and metal ones, you can purchase metal-plastic cornices in a decorative film “like wood”, decorative cornices with cut glass tips, as well as forged cornices, which can be twisted or smooth. An interesting option for light curtains with eyelets would be to use a string curtain rod.

Fabric selection

Most important factor When choosing a fabric for curtains, its properties, density and texture are considered. Therefore, before purchasing material for sewing curtains, you should decide on their purpose.

Some curtains are necessary to create an aesthetic accent. They decorate the room, soften the lines of the window or visually increase its size, for example, when they hang below the window sill. However, more often curtains are needed for privacy or protection from light and noise.

Choosing the right curtain fabric can help you achieve your goals. If curtains are intended only for aesthetic purposes, then the only important characteristic is whether they will fade when exposed to sunlight. When natural fabrics, such as cotton or linen, are used to make such curtains, you need to make sure that the fibers have high-quality and long-lasting color.

Synthetic fabrics will best resist fading.

If curtains are needed to protect against noise and light or to insulate a room, you should make sure that the fabric is heavy enough and fits its purpose. It is impossible to make good blackout curtains from thin cotton fabric. A good choice in this case would be voluminous, heavy fabrics such as satin, velvet, linen, as well as all variants of dense polyester. When using lightweight fabrics for this purpose, it is better to be sure to add a thicker lining, combining the fabrics in such a way that they visually complement each other.

Curtain fabrics include almost any type - from natural fibers to artificial mixtures. Transparent, lightly woven fabrics such as silk, organza, voile or just cotton allow light to pass through well. Thick fabrics block the sun's rays, creating a comfortable environment for better sleep and protecting from indiscreet glances from the street.

Here are some of the types of materials most in demand when sewing curtains with eyelets:

• Tapestry, which refers to natural fabrics. Linen is a heavy woven fabric that was formerly made from hemp, but is now usually made from cotton or linen. The threads are woven very tightly, thanks to which the fabric has a good ability to block light.

• Poplin. It is a medium weave fabric that can be made from cotton, linen, silk, man-made fibers or a mixture of any of these. The rib is formed by a transverse rib with a cylindrical filling, giving the material a ribbed appearance.

• Velvet is a heavy fabric with a voluminous texture, thanks to which the material does not allow sunlight and cold to pass through. It can be made from cotton, natural silk "dovetail" or synthetic fibers such as viscose, acetate or rayon.

• Satin (satin) has a characteristic smooth texture and shiny appearance. In former times, this material was made from silk, but nowadays it is obtained from artificial fibers, sometimes mixed with natural materials. Satin has average density and blocks light well.

• Brocade is a fabric made by interweaving threads that have a striking, vibrant and rich texture, usually with a design woven into the fabric. It is a heavy material that provides good light resistance and retains heat in cold rooms. Nowadays, brocade is often made from synthetic materials.

• Cotton- This is a lightweight fabric for curtains that allow privacy without blocking the access of light. The material has an airy texture.

• Viscose is a fiber made from cellulose. The fabric has a crisp texture and a lustrous appearance that drapes beautifully and performs well for many years.

• Organza Made from a variety of materials, from pure silk to a mixture of rayon and polyester. It is often hung under heavy drapes to provide some degree of privacy when the curtains are open.

• Lace or lace tulle are one of the most traditional curtain fabrics and give windows a classic, elegant look. They can be made from different types fibers, the most prized are thread laces made from natural fibers such as silk or linen. Lace fabric is an airy weave of threads, which does not interfere with the penetration of light into the room, but at the same time creates coolness inside.

• Tulle, which also includes the veil and cobweb - this is the most delicate and thinnest fabric, used exclusively for decoration.

• Denim- This is a heavy cotton fabric with many artificial impurities. She provides good insulation for indoor use and has moderate light blocking ability.

• Jacquard can be made from both natural and synthetic threads. The peculiarity of its weaving is multi-colored complex patterns reminiscent of brocade. A very durable material that has average light transmission. Jacquard-satin is usually used in the manufacture of curtains.

• Chenille- This is a jacquard, in the weaving of which there is a thread with fibers.

• Blackout PVC fabric, which is called Dimout darkens the light, and Blackout blocks it completely.

How to install rings on fabric?

The first thing you need to do before inserting eyelets is to calculate their required number. To do this, you need to measure the width of the curtain and divide the size by 8. The resulting number will indicate the minimum number of rings that need to be used to hang the curtain. If you divide the width of the curtain by 4, you will get the maximum number of eyelets that will create the most effective folds. General rule is that one ring is placed every 15 - 22 cm.

So if the curtain is 210cm wide and you want to space your rings 15cm apart, you would divide 210 by 15 to get the number of rings (14) needed for each panel. It is also necessary to determine the weight of the curtains. The heavier the fabric, the more rings you will have to use. If the fabric is light, you can get by with fewer rings. When making calculations, keep in mind that rings are sold in packages containing from 7 to 14 pieces. Eyelets are installed on hemmed curtains with a finished edge.

Natural fabrics You need to moisten them well first, let them dry naturally and then iron them. This process is called decotting and allows you to further avoid shrinkage of the finished product after washing.

Direct installation of the rings occurs as follows:

1. A grommet tape is placed on the edge of the curtain: it is glued using an iron with careful, leisurely movements so as not to pull the fabric;
2. The top edge with the ribbon is folded and stitched;
3. The fabric is laid out, the locations of the rings are marked on it, starting from the outermost one, which is placed at a distance of 3-4 cm from the edge of the curtain;
4. The grommet is placed on the space allocated for it, its inner circle is outlined with chalk;
5. Cut out internal hole, departing from the marked circle by 5 mm in width;
6. Next, you need to insert the eyelets by placing the halves on both sides of the hole, aligning them and pressing until they click. In the case where non-snap eyelets are used, special tools will be required: a punch and a flaring tool;
7. If for some reason the grommet is crooked, it can always be removed and reinstalled, just as if it came off during washing.

Interior use

When chosen correctly, curtains add the finishing touch to any room. They connect decorative elements into a single whole, help define the overall theme and focus on the most important part of the room - its window. Modern curtains with eyelets will help you create any style, from classic and elegant to casual and cozy, from modern and minimalist to retro.

However, with such potential, curtains can easily overwhelm a room, so they need to be chosen with care. This doesn't just apply to color or pattern. The texture of the fabric, its length and width, style, the presence of a lambrequin, the material from which the cornice and eyelets are made - all this is important if you want to give your windows style and charm.

According to reviews from sellers and designers of specialized salons, the number of orders for curtains with eyelets. Despite the crisis and the relatively high cost, the number of sales of these wonderful decorative items only growing. Let's try to figure out what the secret is.

What are eyelet curtains?

Curtains– a decorative element of a window, performs two functions:

• protect your room from the penetration of sunlight and immodest glances;
• decorate your interior, complement and tie together the design of walls, ceilings, floors and furniture.

Which of these functions is more important is up to you to decide.
Curtains, depending on the method of fastening and the direction of collecting folds, are:

• sliding, in this case two (and often more) fabric elements slide along the cornice to the sides, forming vertical folds;
• Austrian and Roman, assembled into vertical and horizontal folds using a special element (chain);
• panel, that is, they are smooth canvases, without drapery;
• rolled, their panels, when lifted, are collected into a roll using a mechanism - a lock.

Curtains with eyelets are a classic – sliding curtains.

According to the method of fastening, curtains are divided into:

• hooks,
• backstage, that is, strips of fabric bent to the diameter of the cornice pipe,
• rings,
• clamps, clips
• loops (strips of fabric sewn at the top of the curtain and clasping the cornice pipe), bows, ribbons,
• and grommets.

A grommet is a sleeve mounted in sewing and shoe products, paper, to strengthen the holes in them when threading ropes, laces, cables, etc. Initially used as a rigging element on sailing ships.

In our case, the cornice pipe will pass through the grommet.

Types of eyelets for curtains.

Depending on the material from which they are made, eyelets can be: plastic, metal, or wood.
Based on size, there are small (1.5-3 centimeters in diameter) and large (up to 6 centimeters). This division is not just a convention. The purpose, fabric calculation and installation method can vary greatly.

The shape of the eyelets can be round, square, triangular, complex shape(snowflake, for example). It’s impossible to list all the shapes, but round eyelets make up the vast majority.
It is impossible to say briefly about the color and texture of the eyelets. Smooth, grooved, nickel-plated, translucent, all shades of the rainbow. Expanse for the designer. We decide only one thing right away - the eyelet should merge with the fabric or sharply contrast with it. Read more about this in the “Room Design” section. Choice of fabric."
When choosing eyelets, pay attention to the packaging method and the absence of scratches and damage. Their cost, including installation work, is comparable to the cost of fabric, and it will not be pleasant if some of the products are damaged.

Advantages of eyelet curtains.

Richness of design. A huge number of types, textures and colors of fabric, combined with a huge selection of eyelets and cornice elements, gives wide scope for the imagination of the housewife and designer. Smoothness of folds and their equal sizes will highlight the interior style of your room.
Reliability. As mentioned above, the grommet strengthens the hole made. Therefore, if you accidentally pull the curtain too hard, you don’t have to worry about the eyelets. Fabric and cornice elements are another matter. In addition, when the curtain moves, it is not the fabric that is subject to wear, but the much more durable grommet. There are no mechanisms that quickly fail in other types of curtains.
Ease of use. The ease of movement of the curtain along the cornice compared to other methods of fastening is simply amazing. You can remove and hang curtains, and this is important, in a matter of minutes.

Methods for attaching curtains to grommets. Cornices.

1. The cornice pipe slides directly into the grommet hole. In this case, the curtain slides easily when moving, which means you can use not very smooth curtain rods, for example forged screw ones. The design of the cornice should allow for ease of removal of the pipe for hanging curtains. The diameter of the grommet hole is selected depending on the diameter of the cornice. Usually large eyelets 5-6 cm in diameter are used.
2. The eyelets are attached to the cornice with an additional hook or tie. In this case, the cornice may not be removable. Small eyelets are usually used.
3. The eyelets are fastened with a hook or tie not on the cornice, but on hooks above the window. In this case, the curtains will not move to the sides.
   The first option is the most widespread. It is he who has all the advantages of eyelet curtains.
   When we talk about attaching curtains, we can’t help but mention curtain rods for them, which can give an additional impetus to the hostess’s imagination and charm to the atmosphere of the room.

It is necessary to decide on the choice of material from which the cornice is made. It could be:

• Plastic. Its advantages are low cost, lightness of construction, richness of colors and textures. Disadvantage - the fragility of the design does not allow it to be used for heavy fabrics.

• Metal. Strong and durable material. In combination with forged elements will give a certain aristocracy. It will last a long time and will withstand the weight of any fabric. Disadvantages: relatively high price, heavy weight.

• Tree. Eco-friendly, stylish and inexpensive material. You can use carved cornice elements, patterned tips and brackets.

The cornice is attached to the wall or ceiling on brackets, which are also a decorative element. In order for the cornice and curtains to look harmonious, all elements of the cornice must be purchased as a set, and not assembled in bulk.

Room design. Choice of fabric.

Some buyers spend not just hours, but days in curtain sewing salons. This is not an exaggeration. The wealth of fabric choices is simply intimidating. And in our case, eyelets and cornices with all their elements also appear as decorative elements. However, we will try to help.
If the choice takes a long time, try to trust the seller or designer of a specialized salon. If a salon has established itself, it means that people with a taste for beauty and vast experience work there. They will come to your home, see the interior, offer fabrics, take all the necessary measurements (and take them with a laser tape measure, and not with a fabric tailor's meter, as the buyers themselves often do). In addition, they will make curtains for you, hang curtain rods, and then the curtains themselves, having previously ironed them. You will receive everything turnkey.
But if you decide to do everything yourself, then read on. First, let's choose the fabric. By the way, when choosing, color of course comes first. However, touch the fabric with your hand; tactile sensations may prompt you to make a choice.

The room will be transformed if you choose the right fabric to match the color of the walls, furniture, floor and ceiling. Decorative elements- eyelets and cornice will help you. For example, we will select the fabric to match the wallpaper, and the cornice and eyelets to match the color of the floor. Another option is dark curtains and shiny metal eyelets to give the room a modern look.
For curtains with eyelets, any curtain and curtain fabric, from the heaviest - chenille, brocade, to the lightest, for example, organza. It should be taken into account that when using lightweight fabrics, they should be reinforced with a special, preferably transparent, tape. As an option, you can sew light fabric, heavier, reinforced with non-woven fabric. The eyelets will be installed on this fabric (cuff). The denser the fabric, the stronger the eyelets you will have to use. For light fabrics, plastic ones will suffice; for heavy ones, you will have to purchase metal ones. But be careful, metal eyelets can make squeaking noises when moving.

Did you know that the distance between grommets (pitch) can be uneven? If your curtain rod is located close to the wall, try making each even pitch smaller than the odd one. In this case, the curtain will not catch on the wall, and the appearance of the product will not be affected.

The cornice is selected long enough to at least exceed the length of the window opening by 20 centimeters on each side. Then the curtains will be evenly distributed along its length, forming even, smooth folds without kinks. A cornice equipped with finials visually appears longer.

If we hang two types of curtains, we use a double cornice. The second cornice will be further from the wall or higher than the first. In this case, the number of options for decorating the room increases.

Beauty with your own hands.

So, the choice is made. It's time to decide on the amount of fabric and the number of eyelets. help in self-production these products. The amount of fabric is equal to the length of the cornice multiplied by 2 - 2.5 times. The eyelets are attached in increments of 15-22 cm. The larger the eyelet, the larger the step. But half the step size should not exceed the distance from the eaves to the wall. Otherwise, the curtain will cling to the wall. The first and last eyelet are placed at a distance of 3-5 cm from the edge.

Attention! Be sure to make the number of eyelets even! In this case, both edges of the curtains will be directed towards the wall.

1. We cut out the fabric.
2. Apply grommet tape or interlining and iron it.
3. Fold the fabric over and iron it on the other side.
4. Hem the side seams.
5. Mark the location of the eyelets.
6. Use scissors or a special punch to make holes.
7. Insert the grommet and secure it with a washer, pressing from above until it clicks.
8. We hem the bottom of the curtain, checking the height.

All that remains is to place the curtain on the cornice, ironing it just before, and enjoy the work of your hands.

A few words about caring for the product. We wash the curtains using hand wash mode. Wipe the cornices with soap and water.

We hope that this article can help you decide on the choice of curtains with eyelets and help you make these products yourself.

50 photos of curtain eyelet ideas:

Sooner or later, any housewife and needlewoman may be faced with the question: how much fabric do you need to buy to sew curtains? How to make the correct calculation and take the correct measurements? Today, curtains with eyelets are especially popular. Such curtains fit well into any interior, be it a kitchen, living room, bedroom, even a bathroom. We will consider step by step the entire scheme of work on calculating fabric for curtains with eyelets.
We will need:

• roulette,

• paper,

• pencil pen.

The length of the fabric can be measured in 2 ways.
The first method is to measure the distance from the top edge of the rod to the floor level.

The second method, we measure the distance from the bottom edge of the rod to the floor level, and also measure the diameter of the rod and add these 2 values.

It is advisable to take measurements along the edges of the cornice and in the middle, because in our apartments the floors and ceilings are sometimes not perfectly smooth. When we have taken 3 measurements, we select the smallest one. For example, at one point you got 250 cm, at another - 251 cm, and at the third - 250.5 cm, then we choose 250 cm, because this value is the smallest.

Curtains with grommets have a ridge at the top, which is usually 2-4 cm.

That. calculation of curtain length in finished form will look like this:
to the distance from the rod to the floor level + 2-4 cm (this is a comb) - 2 cm (distance from the floor level so that the curtain does not come into contact with the floor). In my case, 250 + 3 - 2 = 251 cm.
Although, if someone likes the curtains to go down to the floor and spread over it, then it is necessary not to subtract 2 cm, but to add from 10-50 cm, depending on the model of the curtains.

So, we have calculated the finished length of the curtains, but remember, allowances for processing seams are not taken into account here; more detailed information about processing the bottom and side seams can be found. When processing the top edge of the curtain on the grommets, you need to remember that you need to make an increase in fabric equal to double the width of the grommet tape.

Curtains with eyelets can be made with a cuff; see how to sew such curtains
Now let's decide on the width of the curtains. Why do we take measurements? work surface cornice. and now, just remember 2 rules:

• minimum tulle width = length of the working surface of the cornice x 2,

• minimum width of the curtain = length of the working surface of the cornice x1.5.

Who loves the splendor of folds, then it is necessary to increase the coefficient. Also, don’t forget about processing the side seams.
When calculating the width of curtains with eyelets, you need to decide on the number of eyelets and their location. I make sure that the number of eyelets is even, then the edges of the curtain are directed in one direction; if the number of eyelets is odd, then the edges of the curtain are directed in different directions.

It is also necessary to remember the principle of the location of the eyelets, the distance between the eyelets should be in the range from 15 to 22 cm. From the processed edges, the first and last eyelet are located at a distance of 5-7 cm from the edge, see below.

After you have multiplied the working width of the cornice by a factor of 1.5, draw a diagram of the location of the eyelets; you may have to add a little width or decrease it a little.
I hope the principle of calculation is clear and you can now independently calculate the desired and required amount of fabric for curtains on eyelets.

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