DIY Velcro curtains

Velcro curtains are a real find for those who love simple simplicity. This type of window framing has long been gaining immense popularity. That is why the issue of their acquisition or manufacture is relevant. From this article you will learn a way how to make Velcro curtains with your own hands.

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Product Advantages

The popularity of lightweight Velcro curtains is due to several points, the most important of which will be listed below:

1. Such curtain models require a minimum of space, that is, do not require the capture of excess territory during installation.
2. Easy to operate.
3. A huge variety of models.
4. Very easy installation.
5. Easy wash, quick drying.
6. Durability.

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Where to use?

Velcro curtains do an excellent job of maximizing the dimming of the room. It is justified to use a similar fastening of curtains in rooms where it is necessary to close windows in the afternoon. Of course, the balcony in this case is the leader territory, but no less frequent case is the design with Velcro curtains:

• Loggia.
• Summer kitchen, terrace.
• Pergolas.

Important! Do-it-yourself window curtains with Velcro look very beautiful and practical in the kitchen. Simple care of them allows the kitchen to always have a beautiful and, at the same time, uncomplicated design.

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Color selection

Choosing a color for the fabric, which will subsequently become the basis for Velcro curtains, you must be aware of these points:

• The design of the curtains should not contradict the basic style of the living space.
• The tone and color of the fabric should be moderately saturated. It is advisable to make their tone be approximately the same scale.
• You can use curtains depicting various historical events or geometric shapes. Curtains with natural ornaments look very interesting.

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Do it yourself

To make Velcro curtains with your own hands, you will need the following materials for work:

• Base fabric.
• Planks.
• Plastic rings.
• Cords.
• Ears.
• Plank (for the bottom of the product).
• Wide tape for curtains.

So, now we can proceed to the manufacture of:

• Make a pattern from the fabric.
• To process edges, having folded a cloth.
• At the bottom of the canvas make a pocket for the strap.
• On the other hand, mark the places where the folds will be, stitch them with a special tape. This process must be carried out only after the horizontal pockets are ready.
• Attach three cord rings to each tape.
• On the top of the curtains sew on Velcro tape, fix the hard part with a homemade cornice. This element must be covered with base material.
• Attach the canvas to the ledge.
• Turn the structure upside down.
• Attach four ears to the bar: three in front of the ringlets and one on the side. Pull the control cord through the last element.
• Cords pass through the rings.

Important! You need to start with the bottom element.

• Tie a knot or loop around each ring. Thus, it will rise simultaneously with the canvas.
• Pass each cord of Velcro curtains with your own hands through the ears on the cornice. After that, bring them out through the fourth eyelet to the side and fix it with a knot.
• Fix the webs to suspensions or brackets.

The curtains are ready!

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Proper care

The rules for caring for curtains on a sticky basis primarily depend on the main fabric:

• You can clean them using a soapy sponge made from mild detergents.
• Can be cleaned using a vacuum cleaner.
• Dry curtains need to be hung.

Important! Soft, but frequent rubbing of small dirt from the fabric will protect the adhesive tape from an early failure.

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Stock footage

Sticky curtains are ideal for small rooms. Of course, they can be purchased at the store, however, sewing them yourself is much more interesting. From this article, you learned a simple way to make Velcro window shades with your own hands and how to properly care for them, and now you can easily show your imagination in practical things for the home.