Clamps for curtains

The interior of any room consists of numerous details. Curtains are one of the most important, so much depends on the fittings that are used for their design. Additional decorative items in large quantities are sold in special stores: brushes, fringe, ribbons, eyelets, clips, clips, clothespins and much more. Without their use can not do the modern design of curtains.

Clips for curtains stand out against the general background of accessories with their diversity. They differ depending on the material and functional role. Clamps are used for different purposes. First of all, with the help of clothes pegs, the fabric is attached to the eaves.

Options for such clamps are varied:

• metal clothespins most common. They are characterized by durability, low price, combined with different types of curtains, while maintaining a large weight. Among the disadvantages there is a tendency to corrosion, rust may appear on the fabric.In form, they are very different. Recently, the cylinder has become a popular and fashionable form. Clothespins are reliable, durable. In the metal there are products with gold or silver plating. Beads, sequins, satin are used as an additional decoration.

• magnets - the most modern and trendy. They have a very nice look. A huge assortment makes it possible to select a model for specific curtains. Two parts with magnets have a tape or cord connection. They are made of plastic, wood, metal in the form of different shapes.

• plastic - a budget option. Presents a rich palette of colors and a wide variety of options. They differ in that they are used exclusively for light fabrics, as plastic curtains simply won't hold massive curtains;
• decorative make any interior unique. These can be exquisite hairpins.

Decorative clips are more convenient to use, no need to engage in loops, do not need processing of the upper edge of curtains. With the help of clips or pegs, you can fold the fabric to the desired length.

Stationary clips are often made in the form of hooks, they are mounted on the wall next to the window opening. These clips help hold curtains, curtains or curtains.

The most common materials for the manufacture of clips for curtains are:

• plastic;
• metal;
• tree;
• magnet.

Today, magnetic curtain clips are very popular. These accessories are very reliable. However, they have significant differences from the decorative elements, which are usually made of plastic or metal. These products rivet curtains in the middle. Structurally, it is a pair of parts equipped with magnets that are connected using a cord or a garter.

The design of this accessory has a great variety: it is exotic butterflies, and a variety of flowers, as well as buttons and many other options.

Advantages of magnetic clips:

• Aesthetic design - for the manufacture of accessories use metal, glass, stone, plastic, fabric, tape. You can choose a similar ornament for different fabrics;
• ease of operation;
• durability - the magnet does not weaken over time.
• practicality - the magnet is not exposed to moisture, so the product can be used in the bathroom;
• universality - it can be used for regular straight curtains, as well as for Roman or roller curtains;
• strength - they will pick up even very dense fabric.

Holders with a magnet can be made of completely different materials. This affects the appearance of the product, as well as the function that it should perform:

• Holders look very attractive from fabric. These decorative elements look very beautiful and diverse, they are flowers, tassels, bows, ribbons. They are used for roller blinds, as well as for classic models. The composition of flowers looks very bright, which is a contrast to the curtain canvas.

• Unique flowers for clips made from tapes are called kanzashi. This technique has moved from the hairstyles of Japanese women in the decor of interior items. Basically, these holders are used with light curtains.

• Magnets from plastic in modern finishing curtains always look appropriate. At the same time, they come in various shapes and various colors, which allows you to choose an accessory for any curtains. Plastic holders are suitable for light fabrics, medium density fabrics, as well as Roman blinds. However, they are not used for rolled models.

• Magnetic clothes pegs from stone or made with precious stones look expensive and elegant. These clips will be able to decorate any gorgeous living room.Rhinestone decorated magnets are versatile products, they are suitable for different styles. Stone holders are ideal for roll models.
• Clips from wood good in a classic interior, and also relevant in eco style, they combine well with wooden pieces of furniture.

Such design elements of curtains, like clips, look very original when they perform an additional aesthetic load. For example, in the decoration you can use elements of flora and fauna.

For the design of curtains in the nursery, choose the clips in the form of fairy-tale characters or cute little animals. In the kitchen fitting accessories in the form of fruits and vegetables. Exquisite interior will decorate the curtain, selected clip with a variety of stones.

For example, in the kitchen for the original curtain clip, you can use the dishes. To do this, remove the bottom in a beautiful cup, hang it on a hook attached to a wall or window, and pass a curtain through the hole. The decorative clip is ready. It has become fashionable to use cutlery, for example, forks and spoons as clips for curtains. It is necessary only to bend them in half, and the curtain is tucked into a kind of pickup.

Children's room is also a place to experiment. It is possible to decorate the curtains here even with soft toys, they make funny clips for curtains.

Accessories for curtains are chosen in accordance with the style decision of the room as a whole:

• Classic. For the manufacture of decor in the form of curtain clips in this style using natural materials: wood, leather, metal. Tight clips of golden or silver fabric, tassels and fringe will be appropriate.
• High tech. Here are relevant additions made of transparent plastic that resembles glass, as well as chrome-plated metal.Plastic original jewelry will look just as good.
• Minimalism. The simplicity of the decor, including the design of curtains, does not stand out from the crowd. Fittings of simple form from metal, plastic, fabric are appropriate. Only concise forms: circles, squares, diamonds. You can use products from black and white plastic. The main requirement is harmony with the color of the fabric and the room itself.
• Country There is a lot of room for imagination in the manufacture of products with their own hands and antique styling - beads, flowers, openwork, birds are good. Jewelry may not be paired. In combination with a cage and a strip, accessories related to the marine theme are possible.

An interesting and original solution can be combined with curtains in the form of threads. They do not move on the eaves. In order to open the window, you just need to grab half of the curtain-threads with clips or decorative loops. They can be intercepted by various clips in the form of flowers, tying knots from cords with fringe, hanging ornaments, beads, and tinsel. Every day you can make a novelty in the interior.

How to make beautiful clips for curtains with your own hands, see the next video.