Curtain hooks: overview of types of products produced, tips for choosing

Creating comfort in a home is a whole science in which there are no trifles: every detail and design element plays its role, helping to make it elegant and comfortable. An important role in this matter is played by correctly selected and hung curtains.

No interior is complete without beautiful curtains that frame the window openings.

Gone are the days when the housewife, armed with a needle, manually sewed loops on the curtain to secure it on the curtain rod hooks. This uninteresting activity took up a lot of time and required patience and accuracy.

The main thing is to secure the fabric in such a way that it decorates the room and creates a special mood.

Today, these problems are much easier to solve if you learn how to hang curtains on curtain tape on hooks.

Advantages of curtain tape

This strip is made from different materials. For curtains made of thin fabrics: organza, veil and others, a transparent, soft, thin but durable material is used. To work with denser bases, the thickness and texture of the braid will be different. It is easy to stitch it on a machine in any part of the product, depending on the design ideas for the curtains.

A very convenient device for draping curtains is curtain tape.

With its help, you can form folds of various configurations, adjusting their size and number. It has the following features:

• makes sewing easier;
• there is no need to sew loops for hooks - they are already on the tape;
• makes it possible to drape fabric of any texture and density;
• allows you to design window openings in an original way;
• with its help you can adjust not only the length, but also the width of the curtains.

Using curtain braid, beautiful folds of the same size and shape are created.

In addition, after washing it does not shrink and retains its shape.

Using a curtain strip, you can carefully trim the edge and attach the finished curtain to the curtain rod without using special clothespins.

The products are presented in a variety of options and differ in the methods of fastening, size, and shape of folds, which can be designed using your imagination.

They are made from fishing line, polyester, non-woven base.

There are also different connection methods, one of which is fastening loops for hooks.

They are arranged not only in one, but in several rows. The design features of the drapery depend on this:

• simple folds are made on a strip with two rows of loops;
• The upper part of the curtain can be decorated with a strip with four-row installation of fasteners.

You can attach the strip to the curtain by sewing or gluing it.

In this case, the adhesive tape is available in single-sided and double-sided versions. In this case, it is attached to the curtain fabric after smoothing the base with an iron.

The different widths of the tape - from 1.5 cm to 10 cm - allow you to use it for various options for fastenings and curtains of different lengths and materials, as well as diversify the methods of decoration.

The narrower the ribbon, the lighter the fabric should be.

It helps to perform all kinds of assemblies, including:

• horizontal;
• vertical;
• “accordion” and other drapery options, such as “pencil”, “glass”, “butterfly”, “bouffe”, “tulip”, fan-shaped and others, where curtain tape is used everywhere for installation on hooks.

There are several types of curtain tapes on sale, each of which is designed to assemble the fabric in the desired way.

There are other types: zigzag, tubes, “triplets”. Each type of curtain tape is made from different materials and has a parameter called the assembly factor (CS). It is the ratio of the original width of the curtain to the folded width, and is usually equal to 1.5; 2; 2.5 and 3. (KS) is usually indicated on the product packaging.

The wide ribbon has several rows of hooks that allow you to hang the curtain higher than usual, raising the fabric above the curtain rod.

Types of fasteners

It is worth noting that there are open and closed options for the design of components for securely fastening the fabric over window openings.

The characteristics and appearance will differ, as will the purpose of each model.

The open type is quite simple to use, and it is very easy to attach the canvas to it; any beginner will quickly understand and cope with the task, even without experience in this matter.

Closed versions when removing the curtain for cleaning or washing can bring some trouble to the person who took up the work, since in order to remove it it will be necessary to remove the string or release one of the edges of the structure.

How to hang curtains with curtain tape on hooks

Before using the tape, it is a good idea to know the features of this type of fastening in order to understand how to hang curtains on curtain tape on hooks.

This method is the most common and quite simple.

They are mounted on wooden, metal or plastic ceiling or wall cornices, but it is possible to decorate a window opening without using them. To do this, special wall fastenings are installed at an equal distance from each other.

How to choose the right one

When choosing hooks, it is recommended to pay attention to:

• total weight of the curtain;
• loop size;
• curtain and room design;
• curtain type;
• frequency of use.

This will help you understand whether the selected hooks can withstand the structure and whether they will look good in the interior.

Features of curtain hooks

Before forming the drapery, the curtain must be ironed well. The hooks should already be selected in size and material, depending on the format of the curtain and the fabric used. For their production the following are used:

• metal-plastic, reliable and safe;
• metal; usually aluminum, brass or steel;
• High quality plastic, one of the new generation materials.

Attach hooks to the curtain with your own hands at an equal distance of 8 - 10 cm.

Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages

1. Metal-plastic is the most optimal for the production of fasteners. Its price is affordable with high quality. Many consider it an ideal base for making curtain hooks. They hold their shape remarkably well and are completely silent in operation.
2. Plastic ones are the cheapest, they move silently along the ledge. They are suitable for light to medium weight curtains. The disadvantage is considered to be low strength. Over time, they lose their shape, and the composition on the window opening no longer looks so impressive.
3. Metal hooks are the most expensive, but also the most reliable. They do not deform and securely fix the canvas, preventing it from sliding down. Their “noisiness” is considered a significant disadvantage. In addition, if they are made from cheap, low-quality metal, the products will rust, leaving dirty marks.

If the choice was made on metal fasteners, you should give preference to stainless steel.

Simplified version

If plastic hooks for curtains are purchased on tape, this will significantly simplify the process, and you can hang new curtains in a short period of time, doing the job smoothly and without a hitch.

Such accessories were specially thought out and may have different names, but their main purpose will be to hang the canvas on a high cornice; a product is suitable for equipping the structure with the following types:

1. Curtains.
2. Curtains.
3. Tulle.

Such a device will ensure easy and smooth movement of the fabric along the guide and there is no need to make efforts to pull it.

Step-by-step instructions for using curtain tape on hooks

To decorate a room, it is important to know how to hang curtains with tape on a rod for a more durable “fit.” The product can already be sewn industrially, or it can be attached independently. In order for the finished composition to hold firmly, it is important to know the order of its design and choose the right braid, taking into account such an indicator as the assembly coefficient.

The KS determines the “pitch” of the fastenings, depending on the width, which matters for the number of assemblies and their splendor.

When hanging curtains, it is important to sew the hook tape correctly. This operation is performed as follows:

• cut off a piece from the strip equal to the length of the curtain plus an increase of five centimeters;
• lay the ends of the braid down 2.5 cm each and smooth them;
• pull out the cords so that they hang freely and are not secured;
• place the tape over the allowance for the top trim and pin;
• stitch, retreating 12 mm from the top and bottom, stitch twice.

If the curtain tape has several ropes, we sew it along each of them.

Important! It is necessary to stitch in such a way as to close the fold so that the cords remain free.

Then, stepping back 10cm from the side edge, you need to hang the hook - it will be the outermost one. Having folded the curtain along this hook, the next one is hung on two loops at once - the outermost one and the one opposite it. This action is called a technical twist. It can be done differently: tuck it in immediately when the strip is sewn on.

The folds obtained on the braid after tightening the ropes should be evenly leveled.

The next element is threaded into the loop close to the collar, and it is threaded into the second one - after five centimeters. The result should be a fold. Further formation of drapery using curtain tape on hooks is done in a similar way.

Curtain tape is a convenient device used on any curtain, curtain or drapery.

Custom design ideas

Using curtains with eyelets, you can both emphasize the unusual shape of the window and hide it.

For bay windows

Bay windows expand the space. In most cases, translucent tulle with decorative hooks is used.

Asymmetrical

Often used for non-standard windows. Multi-layer curtains made of lightweight fabric look stylish, modern, giving the room liveliness and dynamics. They are especially suitable for high-tech or loft style.

Dormer windows

The attic has a complex configuration, with windows located on an inclined wall. In this case, light drapery would be appropriate. When decorating attics, curtains are complemented by a lower cornice.

How to properly and beautifully hang tulle on a curtain tape

If very thin and delicate fabric was purchased for the curtain, when decorating it, it is important to know how to hang the tulle on hooks, and to be extremely careful and attentive, avoiding unnecessary punctures of the fabric, so as not to deform it.

The braid sewn to the curtain allows you to decorate the window opening in an original way and drape the curtain with soft waves.

It should be noted right away that to work with such thin materials, you will need transparent or translucent tape. It is available in various widths. The craftswoman decides which one is suitable for decoration.

Curtain braid is a simple, quick way to hang light tulle, curtains or heavy curtains.

Before hanging tulle curtains, you will need:

• measure and carefully trim the fabric,
• cut off excess;
• process the edges and cut areas.

After this, you can sew the ribbon in the following order:

• bend the top edge to the width of the strip;
• carefully iron the edge of the fold;
• Tuck the edges inward and attach it to the edge of the ironed fold line, which will prolong its service.

As a rule, narrow (2.5-4 cm) braids are used on curtains where drapery is not needed.

Additional Information. Before starting work, it is necessary to wash the fabric so as not to spoil the finished curtain if it suddenly happens that the material shrinks after washing.

Curtain fastenings

The market for manufacturers of curtain accessories is represented by a large number of fasteners, cornices, tiebacks, holders and other attributes for the beautiful and reliable design of window openings.

Curtains made of heavy fabrics require special fastening; not all clips can withstand considerable weight. But it is not always necessary to shade the windows in an apartment; sometimes light curtains are used simply to give the interior a homely feel and comfort.

A common, even classic option is the use of various hooks to decorate simple curtains and complicated compositions with lambrequins.

Organza, tulle, silk and other airy fabrics have almost no weight, so attaching such curtains to the curtain rod using special hooks is not difficult. Plastic, metal, metal-plastic - these and other types of curtain hooks will greatly facilitate the labor-intensive process of hanging curtains.

Features of hanging tulle

The comfort and originality of the room’s interior depends on the ability to correctly design and place tulle. To make it look elegant and beautiful, you need to take into account all the nuances of handling tulle curtains.

After the curtain tape is attached to it, you need to tighten the cords (cords) tightly so that they do not pull out when tightening.

If necessary, they can be tied into knots, but be sure to check their tightness.

Note! In order for the curtain to stay tight and not slip, and also to present a complete composition, it is necessary to secure the clips and hooks. In this case, the number of loops on them should be the same.

How to crochet curtains according to patterns

We invite you to familiarize yourself with several options for crocheted curtains that were sent by our readers.

How to crochet curtains with a pattern

Crocheted curtains - the work of Svetlana Raevskaya. For the curtains, you needed 500 grams of cotton thread “Lily” and a hook No. 1.9. Svetlana knitted curtains for a very good friend, then she came up with such an original option - covering them with fabric for

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“Drunk butterflies” or crocheted curtains with a pattern

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Crocheted curtain with pattern

I crocheted this curtain. Material: 100% mercerized Ragtime cotton, produced in Bulgaria. Color: ecru. The model and description of the curtains are taken from Ideas magazine. Crochet No. 1 1998. Curtain crocheted No. 2.5. Description of the magazine curtain Materials: 280 g

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Crocheted curtain from Evgenia Rudenko

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Knitted kitchen curtain with knitting pattern

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Knitted curtain tieback from Valentina Litvinova

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Crochet curtains, knitting patterns using fillet technique

Curtain size: 54*110 cm. Hook No. 1. Dial 346 vp. + 3 v.p. rise and knit according to the pattern.

Crochet curtain pattern

On the top of the curtain, in the empty fillet area between the two borders, make loops through which the rod for hanging the curtain passes. To make these stitches, you need to knit groups of three rows over sections of seven squares and leave two empty squares between the two sections.

Then finish three rows over the first seven squares; perform 11 air loops; skip two squares on the base row and work 1 extended double crochet on the next stitch. From this loop, knit seven fillet squares that make up the first row of the next intermediate section (knitting direction is highlighted in red - see diagram).

Crochet curtain pattern

Examples of pleat assembly

When forming drapery, you will have to take into account the texture and density of the material. As for tulle, as well as organza, veil, mesh tulle, extreme care is required, taking into account the size of the fabric and the ornament.

In order for the folds to be soft and beautiful, the screed must be formed on both sides at the same time.

The resulting composition is fixed with a knot.

There are many drapery options. Which one to choose depends on the taste of the housewife.

Do not forget that for each drapery option there is its own assembly factor (AC).

1. The most universal is the “pencil” method. It is not difficult to implement and does not require a lot of material consumption. Best (KS) – 1.5. Particularly suitable for light fabrics.
2. The stitch style creates uniform rows of folds, the number and density of which is determined by the tension of the cord.
3. Thin curtains with lurex threads, golden and silver glitter look great with voluminous, uneven waves of puffs. The luxurious look of the curtain is achieved through the use of a wide curtain strip with four rows of cords. Optimal (KS – from 2.5.)
4. “Fan” speaks for itself, looks rich and elegant.
5. Diamond-shaped screeds form a “butterfly” relief.
6. If the fabric of the curtain tape is connected at the bottom with a double tuck, you get a “glass” or “glass” drapery - it is called differently. A strip with two rows of loops and (KS) 2.5 is suitable for it.
7. Curtains made of tulle, organza or veil with a bow bookmark look very cute. It is obtained by tightening the laces in such a way that double and single bows are placed close to each other. It is better to take braid from chiffon, mesh or organza with (KS) from 2.5 to 3.

Video tutorials on crocheting curtains with patterns

Curtains for the kitchen made of bobbin linen

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Scheme of an openwork motif for crocheting curtains

A beautiful openwork motif for the curtains of your home. Why is it useful? You can make curtains of any length and width from individual motifs. This motif can also be used for other products.

https://youtu.be/Ve4O4vgj-pk

Crochet border pattern for curtains

For knitting you will need Iris threads and a thin hook.

https://youtu.be/G7JBMqzLXrs

Ready-made curtains on tape: examples, description.

Curtains decorated with curtain tape will add originality to any room if they are chosen tastefully and fit harmoniously into the interior.

It is better to place the hooks at a distance of 5-6 centimeters, this way you will protect yourself from sagging of the canvas.

Moreover, they can be used to decorate rooms in a variety of colors and any style:

• For minimalism and hi-tech, a laconic design is suitable, without any “embellishments”;
• Provence and shabby chic will delight you with light, weightless curtains with soft floral or checkered-striped patterns, beads, beads or ribbons along their bottom;
• The children's room will be filled with a special spirit of childhood and mischief if clips in the form of funny animals, butterflies, flowers, cars or bows are used to secure curtains made of fabric that does not shrink when washed and does not fade.

To decorate and add originality, a variety of elements can be used, sometimes unexpected, such as brooches, soft toys, rings made from bracelets, large buttons.

The classical style, as well as baroque or rococo, is characterized by the extensive use of cords and tassels.

Taking into account the stylistic features of the interior allows you to achieve the best result when draping, giving the room originality and originality.

Examples of decorating rooms with curtains with a detailed description of the procedure can be found on the Internet.

Smart choice

There are many hook design options on the market. But how to choose the right one?

There is no specific instruction for this; several criteria should be followed:

• Weight and type of fabric;
• Type of rod;
• Loop size;
• Interior and stylistic design of the room;
• Intensity of use of curtains (daily opening and closing).

But how to hang hooks on a ceiling cornice? To do this, before attaching it to the ceiling, remove the clamps and place the sliders in the formed slot. The main thing is to ensure that the sharp elements of the fasteners are directed in one direction.

“Hooks” from curtains - an original way

This will make it easier to hang curtains on hooks in the future. When choosing the number of fasteners, it is necessary to proceed from the weight and quality of the fabric. If the curtain is heavy, then it is advisable to choose a large number of hooks

You can easily attach the hooks to the cornice with your own hands. No experience, knowledge or skills are required. The main thing is to carefully carry out all actions so that the fasteners do not damage the curtains later.

Materials

Curtain hooks are made from different materials:

• Plastic is considered the cheapest. Hooks made from it will not be able to support curtains that are heavy, but they are good for holding airy curtains. The main advantage of such fittings will be the silent sliding and sliding of curtains. However, over time, wear of the plastic is observed, and this leads to deformation and loss of performance.
• Aluminum, brass, and steel are used to make metal products This fastening is considered the most reliable, however, they may not cope with multi-layer curtains. Compared to plastic hooks, they create noise during operation. It is necessary to choose high-quality material, otherwise it may be subject to corrosion.

The combination of plastic and metal is necessary for the product to have all the positive properties of both materials at once.

• Plastic, iron and metal-plastic versions of hooks are designed to hold light and medium-weight fabrics. If it is necessary to use very heavy multi-layer and voluminous curtains in the interior, only eyelets or hinges can hold them.

If for some reason you don’t like any of the options, you can make original curtain hooks from improvised materials.

• Paper clips. Try using this office supply to attach curtains. The incredible variety of paper clips makes it possible to create something unique. For example, you can fasten one to the other, bend it in an interesting way, or find an unusual color.
• Pins. Sewing accessories are also varied. Decorative pins are always on sale. Creative designers hang curtains on them. Try it too.
• Wire. The hook can be made from ordinary wire. To do this, it is bent figuratively, forming the holder itself, then decorated with beads, seed beads, flowers or other material or decorative elements.

There are many options for making decorative items for fastening curtains from what you have in the house. The main thing is the manifestation of imagination and willingness to experiment.

At what distance should I mount it?

In order for the curtains to drape beautifully, the optimal distance between adjacent hooks should be 10 centimeters. At the same time, it has been proven in practice that the more centimeters between the hooks, the deeper and more expressive the vertical fold on the curtain, and vice versa, a small distance between the fastenings makes the curtains less expressive. However, you should not hang the canvas on hooks that are located too sparsely. The fabric will sag unsightly, and it always looks sloppy.

• On the arched window. Fastening with hooks can be used without a cornice. Recently, this technique has become very popular due to its originality. It is usually used to decorate an arched window. In order to hang a curtain in this way, you need to install special decorative or ordinary household coat hooks above the oval opening at a distance from each other. Then the loops on the curtain are hung from hooks at different heights. This fastening is reliable, it can withstand even very heavy curtains.