Unusual decoration of the window opening is becoming more and more popular. Beautiful curtains and lace lambrequins complementing them will decorate any room. Designers with the help of this interior detail are able to transform the most “boring” room beyond recognition. It becomes original: a cute home comfort is created or a note of solemnity appears.

Lambrequin - fashion or convenience?

Curtains on the windows are not only an opportunity to hide from the prying eyes of people from the street or a way to shade the room from bright sunlight. The thinnest tulle and thick curtains on the window bring their own mood to each room. Their main role is to create harmony, to maintain style. Curtains with an openwork lambrequin will emphasize the luxury of the classics, the restraint of minimalism, the elegance of the Provence style. Such an original decoration with a figured edge or elegant carved patterns resembling lace will help to elegantly solve several design problems at once.

• Hide the eaves on which the curtains are attached. Since not every cornice fits correctly into the common space, such an addition will make it “invisible”.
• Separate the window opening from the room. Open curtains and a lambrequin fixed above them will create a single element of the interior. Such a duet, in harmony with the rest of the space, but at the same time being something independent, will add sophistication and sophistication to the whole composition.
• Visually change the room space. A correctly modeled lambrequin can visually expand or narrow a room, make the ceiling higher or lower.
• Will divert attention. The color accent, the elegant shape of the lambrequin will instantly attract the eye and help to visually hide minor repair flaws and those furnishings that should not be evident.

The right color and texture of the window textile fabric will set the formal tone of the living room, make the bedroom more comfortable and romantic, add lightness to the kitchen or the dreaminess and fabulousness of the nursery.

What is a bando?

Lambrequins differ in the type of base. Decorators fall into three main categories.

• Soft. For them, fabrics are used that allow you to create beautiful drapery, numerous folds, frills.
• Rigid. For their manufacture, a special solid base is required, on which the finishing material is glued. Openwork lambrequins that hold their shape are called gang or shabrak (after the name of the German manufacturer of non-woven glued material for lambrequins).
• Combined. This look combines bandeau and soft drapery.

The authorship of the invention of the gang belongs to Thomas Chipendale, a famous furniture maker of the 18th century. The original samples of this type of interior decoration were made of wood. A thin carved board, upholstered in fabric, adorned four-poster beds, hid massive curtain holders on the windows in the castles of lords and the homes of wealthy citizens.

Over time, the purely functional role of a hard openwork lambrequin was supplemented by a decorative component. Yes, and as a basis, they began to use light non-woven materials:

• bando or shabrak;
• dublerin;
• interlining;
• proclamine;
• sintepon.

Each of the materials has its advantages and is used for sewing lambrequins in specialized workshops or at home.

Particularly elegant models of lambrequins are created by designers from the finest transparent materials intended for finishing with organza. Such weightless decorations decorate not only window, but also doorways, mirrors, arches.

The subtleties of the selection of lambrequin

The use of openwork or dense lambrequins in the decor is not just fixing some piece of matter on the eaves that attracts attention. It is necessary to achieve harmony. In the ensemble "curtains - lambrequin" everything should not only be combined with each other, but also form a single whole with the overall interior of the room. Compliance with some rules, as in any design decision, guarantees a pleasant impression of the resulting image. This will distract from possible shortcomings in the interior, taking on the role of a “bright spot”.

1. Form. The size of the room affects the choice of patterned decoration for curtains. Small rooms are best decorated with lambrequins that are simple in shape and pattern. They won't make the room even smaller. More spacious fit fancy fancy patterns.
2. Size. Using lambrequins from one wall to another allows you to visually expand a narrow room. Decoration according to the size of the side dimensions of the windows is used for a large hall.
3. Color. The palette of colors used in decor is one of the main components of a harmonious interior. The overall composition can be complemented by a lambrequin of the color that is dominant in the room. An interesting option is a game of contrast. However, you should be very careful about the compatibility of colors.

The choice of the color scheme of the decor should be entrusted to professionals or use special color matching tables.

How to make a lambrequin yourself?

Beautiful window decoration can be ordered in a design studio. There they will select the color, offer options for drawings, cut the product with a laser and sew it. The desire of home craftswomen to decorate the window with a fashionable patterned lambrequin and at the same time save a lot can encourage them to try their hand and create a simple or complex lambrequin with their own hands.

Patience and accuracy will be needed to sew a lambrequin. Before you start creating, it is advisable to make sure that the necessary tools and materials are nearby:

• gang or other base;
• decorative fabric - it should be dense, not crumble and keep its shape well;
• tailor's meter - with its help, the dimensions of the future product will be determined exactly, no adjustment is required;
• lining;
• pattern paper;
• scissors or a soldering iron with a thin tip;
• an iron with a steam generator for gluing the finishing fabric to the base;
• additional decor (using a cord or braid in a contrasting color will emphasize the delicacy of the entire composition);
• threads, needles, pins;
• overlock and sewing machine;
• fastening for lambrequin - double-sided adhesive tape.

The process itself from the origin of the idea to the assembly and fixing of the lambrequin takes place in several stages.

1. The idea of ​​a future pelmet: developing sketches, choosing the right option, determining the exact size, preparing the pattern - creating a pattern on paper.
   

   Use thick paper, cardboard or polyethylene to create a layout for the future lambrequin. You can try it on the cornice and eliminate all the shortcomings before translating the idea into the material.

2. Bonding face material and gang.

   There are two types of bando. The first one is on a hot-melt adhesive basis: the facial tissue is glued onto the bandeau using an iron equipped with a steam generator. The second type is self-adhesive. The adhesive surface of one side of the gang allows you to fix a decorative fabric on it, and a special coating on the other side allows you to securely fix the lambrequin on the cornice.

3. Transferring the pattern to the fabric and base. On a multi-layered “pie” of lining and facial fabric, a pattern is transferred along the contour of the template with a soldering iron or a special needle for burning on the fabric.
4. Edge finishing: hand stitching with matching thread, decorative tape, bias binding, overlock or machine zigzag stitching.
5. Fixing the finished product on the eaves.

Bando is attached to the eaves using auxiliary materials.

• Duct tape. Adhesive tape is sewn from the inside to the finished product. The protective film is removed from it before installation. Then the lambrequin is pressed tightly against the eaves.
• Textile closure. One part of the Velcro tape is fixed directly on the plastic cornice with staples, glue or double-sided tape. The fleecy base of the lambrequin will be securely fixed on the Velcro even without the participation of its second part.

Caring for a finished hard lambrequin is quite simple. Since it cannot be machine washed, use a vacuum cleaner with a furniture attachment or a special brush to clean it.

There are more and more ideas for decorating the room every year. Their main goal is to bring comfort and coziness to the home. Particular attention should be paid to the design of the window space. In addition to the main elements - curtains - you can find a variety of braid or chic openwork lambrequins.

They are a horizontal drapery, which is located at the top of the window opening. This is a short decorative element, equal in width to the cornice. It is customary to place it over curtains.

Lambrequins can be of several types:

• curly;
• openwork;
• bando.

Curtains decorated with such elements bring meaning to the room and emphasize the refined taste of the owner of the room. Lambrequin patterns can overlap with openwork curtain patterns. They allow you to complement the overall interior of the room and attract attention.

Lambrequin, in the processing of which a laser machine was used, is commonly called openwork. It is made made of thick two-layer fabric sometimes use genuine leather. Polyester fabric (in some cases leather) serves as the first layer, a soft base is used for the wrong side. The pattern that will be applied to the fabric goes through the process of digitization and is stored on the computer. After that, a special laser cutter cuts out a given pattern. Drawing for a carved lambrequin can be made to order. It depends on the financial possibilities and stylistic preferences of the customer.

Curtains with an openwork lambrequin will perfectly fit into almost any style and refresh it. To make it look more harmonious, he can repeat the pattern made on furniture or other interior items. It is recommended to attach this decor item to a special adhesive tape.

Advantage - ease of maintenance and operation. If we are talking about an openwork lambrequin, there is no need to iron or wash it. In addition, it can be easily removed and attached without the help of specialists.

Figured lambrequins

In the design of the room figured lambrequins began to use not so long ago. This piece of furniture has become very popular in a short time. With their help, the room can be given a touch of individuality and sophistication. They are used mainly in areas such as the living room, bedroom or nursery.

This type is produced from the fabric used for sewing curtains, which is characterized by rigidity and density. Figured elements are cut out of fabric by means of a special machine. The sides are processed special zigzag stitch, which prevents deformation and spreading of the fabric. Further, complex elements are attached to the foam base, which will allow the lambrequin to retain its intricate pattern. The back side is made of fabric, which in its properties resembles velor. Figured lambrequins are fastened very simply. When buying, there is a special tape in the package, one side of which is glued to the cornice, and the other resembles hooks from a contact tape. They firmly adhere to the material on the back of the lambrequin.

Unlike an openwork lambrequin, a curly one consists of a set of elements that must be attached to one another. This moment allows you to use the entire set of parts and its individual parts. The user can swap parts and get a new unique design.

Figured lambrequins can be made with your own hands. It is enough just to get acquainted with the master class on one of the many sites on this subject.

They will be perfectly combined with openwork curtains and complement them. A large selection of patterns allows you to use these decor elements to create any look in the room. They can be used in country and ethnic style. The best option would be styles such as classic and baroque.

Rigid lambrequins - gang

When creating them, a rigid frame is used, on which the selected pattern is drawn. After that, the pattern is cut out. As a result, carved patterns are obtained, according to which the pattern is applied to the fabric. Best to use strong and thick fabric. This will preserve the integrity of the material. The gang fabric is cut out and glued onto the frame elements. The fabric is bonded to the frame by steam treatment. The parts will be attached to the cornice with adhesive tape. In the future, the lambrequin can be decorated with additional elements. To emphasize the pretentiousness of the pattern, it is best to use braid or braided cord in a contrasting shade.

What to consider when buying a lambrequin

There are several main aspects that affect the choice of an item that allows you to decorate curtains:

How to make an openwork lambrequin with your own hands?

Easiest bando is done. Below is a small master class on creating this interior element with your own hands. First of all, the size of the window and cornice is measured. Next, the material of the front side is selected. The pattern must be done taking into account measurements and complex elements of the pattern. It is recommended that you first make a trial version in order to evaluate the ornament. After that, you can cut out from the base material.

The material is glued to the frame first on the front side. For this you need to use iron with steamer. Once carried out with an iron with steam, and the second time - without the use of steam. The lining is fastened to the front side with a zigzag seam. If excess fabric remains, it must be cut off. Braid, tourniquet or fringe is attached with hot glue.

It is worth remembering that it is necessary to leave a couple of centimeters of fabric for the hem. The upper edge of the lambrequin needs to be processed special adhesive tape with which it will be attached to the eaves.

Openwork lambrequins are rigid lambrequins with a figured pattern, which is created using laser cutting. With them, you can especially gracefully decorate the window opening, while not weighing down its appearance, and also give the interior an airy sophistication.

Design features

When designing, some nuances are taken into account.

• For small rooms, it is better to choose lambrequins with simple and not large patterns, then they will not look too bulky.
• Do not use wide lace stripes with a large central element to decorate small windows.
• Curtains with openwork decoration will look especially expressive if you play in contrast.

Types of lambrequins

Allocate the main types.

Modular

They consist of several patterned compositions of different heights. With the help of a modular structure, you can create and assemble the most unusual fantasy patterns and designs that will be perfectly combined with curtains.

plank

They are produced in rolls with the same patterned pattern along the entire length. Tape lambrequins can be used both as a composite and as a separate decorative element.

The photo shows a plank openwork lambrequin in the interior of a nursery.

Applications

They will become an original and unusual solution for interior decoration, curtain ensembles and a solid bandeau lambrequin.

Materials for openwork lambrequins

Properly selected fabrics will dictate an artistic solution for the entire curtain composition.

Felt

Double-sided material, which is made of wool with the addition of down. Openwork felt products look elegant, attract with their sophistication and effectively emphasize the design of any room.

Cords

They fascinate with their artistic beauty and original pattern. Several intertwining multi-colored cords form an intricate weave and create a three-dimensional effect. Curtains decorated with such decor look truly luxurious.

Soft

Dense, soft material with a fleecy and matte surface. Outwardly similar to velvet or velor.

Tree

Openwork lambrequins made of wood evoke associations with wooden platbands, which are used to decorate the windows of houses. Products made from such material are quite expensive and will not be appropriate for every interior.

Chanzelize

Smooth, soft fabric with a sheen that has a dense texture. Upon a detailed examination of the structure of matter, one can see small strokes on it that coincide with the main tone.

Design ideas in room interiors

Thanks to the unusual design of openwork lambrequins, you can create a unique interior in any room.

Kitchen

The choice of carved planks for the kitchen depends on its size. In a spacious room, more massive products that match in color, for example, with curtain tiebacks, will look great. For small kitchens, ribbon openwork lambrequins are perfect in combination with light curtains.

In the photo there is a kitchen and a plank openwork lambrequin on the window.

Living room

In the living room, carved lace and whimsical compositions look very airy and elegant and give the curtains and the whole room elegance.

Bedroom

The openwork decor of the window in the bedroom creates a certain atmosphere, enlivens the interior and smooths out contrasts. In addition, the lambrequin perfectly combines curtains and curtains into a single whole.

In the photo there is a window opening with an openwork lambrequin in the interior of the bedroom.

Children's

Various charming appliqués refresh the children's room, give the interior integrity and a completely new look.

Options in various styles

This decor can be matched to almost any style direction.

Classic

An openwork lambrequin with its elegant lines will adequately decorate a window in a room in a classic style and attract attention with its sophistication.

Provence

Luxurious ornate openwork patterns will perfectly combine with Provence floral motifs and inspire you to create a joyful and bright environment.

Modern

In a modern style, openwork lambrequins with elegant lace ornaments are perfect for decorating a window opening. They will bring airy sophistication to the room and will not weigh down the interior.

The photo shows an openwork lambrequin in the living room in a modern style.

Modern

Carved planks will give completeness, expressiveness and luxury to the interior in this style, and will give it a certain level of respectability and showiness.

Color palette

When decorating the design of any interior, you should be very responsible in choosing the color scheme.

Red

Adds spice to the room, attracts glances, cheers up and makes the atmosphere more solemn.

Turquoise

Exotic and incredibly attractive. With it, you can create a completely unique atmosphere in the room.

The photo shows a turquoise openwork lambrequin in the bedroom.

Pink

A truly noble shade of a royal flower. When using openwork products of pink color, you can create a variety of interiors in terms of mood.

Black

It brings austerity and mystery to the room and makes its appearance more elegant and deep.

Green

It will add stylish freshness to the room and will become a bright and unusual detail of the entire interior.

In the photo there is a living room and a green openwork lambrequin on the window.

Gold

Carries luxury, aristocracy and wealth. The catchy and expressive color allows you to create a unique and harmonious design in any room.

White

Classic and trendy. White openwork products are a simple and logical solution in creating a stylish and unobtrusive decor for curtains.

Brown

A versatile and quite relevant color, which is very often found in interiors.

The photo shows a brown openwork lambrequin in the living room.

Blue

Deep and rich. Blue lace trims are very pleasing to the eye and create a peaceful mood.

Pelmet design

The original design makes the overall look of the curtains and the room even more beautiful.

With flowers

With such an ornament as flowers, the window turns into a real work of art and a semantic completeness of the design of the entire room is created.

Bicolor

Textile combined decor in two colors expands the possibilities and makes the window opening truly unique.

Asymmetric

Lambrequin with asymmetry gives the window solidity, solemnity and charm. The main thing is that it should correspond to the general interior concept and be in harmony with the curtains.

One side

Openwork curtain decorations on one side set the tone for the whole atmosphere, and change the perception of the room as a whole.

In the photo there is a bedroom and a window opening with an openwork lambrequin on one side.

With rhinestones

The window decor decorated with rhinestones looks very elegant and elegant, and creates a luxurious and rich interior.

Combination with curtains

It will create a visual correction of the window and add freshness to its appearance.

Portiera

Combinations have an unlimited flight of fancy. Openwork strips on the eaves complement the curtains and give them a complete look.

Curtain

In this combination, an openwork pelmet will decorate simple curtains, and they will look more stylish and delightful.

Roller blinds

This union looks very organic and gives the window opening an original and unique look.

Roman curtains

Practical Roman blinds in combination with figured decor create a convenient and compact design, which is quite a stylish solution for window decoration.

Non-standard window shapes

Cut out lace will highlight the unusual shape of the window and provide the illusion of lightness.

Angular

An openwork plank will correct the shape of the window, make it proportional, and also visually stretch the space and make the window opening larger.

Bay window

Lambrequin emphasizes the shape of the bay windows in a special way and creates an integral composition.

The photo shows a bay window decorated with an openwork lambrequin.

Arch

On an arched window, such designs look quite impressive and perfectly highlight the advantages of the window.

In the photo there are openwork lambrequins on arched window openings.

For two windows

Quite often, the design of adjacent windows is made identical. This gives the room neatness and makes it more aesthetically pleasing.

Photo gallery

The window opening in the design of exquisite openwork lambrequins looks much more interesting, its appearance radically changes the style of any interior and adds elegance and fashion to it.

Openwork patterns have long been considered an elegant decoration. Thanks to them, the product acquires an elegant and original appearance. This design is found in clothing, as well as in interiors. The latter option has not gone out of fashion for many years. The carved openwork lambrequin is a confirmation of this. These models appeared relatively recently, but quickly fell in love and fell in love with people.

Probably, no one will argue that the windows in the room occupy one of the main places in the interior. Therefore, it is extremely important to choose the appropriate drapery for them. Tulle, curtains, cornice make up a single composition. However, simple models, as a rule, do not carry a semantic load, they simply perform a functional role, and in order to give them a decorative one, you can use an openwork lambrequin (photos of options are presented in the article).

Bando: familiarization with hard lambrequins

Bando - a certain type that is made using a special technology. As a rule, they are given a variety of styles that are filled with intricate, sinuous and smooth lines.

The basis of such a product is a rigid frame that retains a given shape. Curtains with an openwork lambrequin fit perfectly into any interior: classic, Provence, Renaissance, country, etc. Also, with the help of a gang, you can reproduce several effects. For example, a fixed cornice with drapery under the ceiling will visually increase the height of the room, and a lambrequin wider than the window opening will give the room additional volume.

The manufacturing technology of such a product is quite simple. On a rigid basis, an openwork pattern is drawn, cut out, then the fabric is glued and decorated with braid. In the article we will conduct a master class on the manufacture of openwork lambrequins.

What will be needed in the process of work

First of all, in order to make an openwork lambrequin, you need a base (gang). It comes in several types: hot-melt and self-adhesive. Next, you need to choose the main type of fabric. The material must be:

• dense enough;
• non-friable;
• retaining its shape, that is, not stretching.

The next stage of preparation is the choice of lining. As a rule, at present, such types of fabrics are presented in stores in a wide range.

The purchase of adhesive tape is mandatory, since it is she who will be responsible for the quality of attaching the fabric to the base.

And the final touch is decor. To do this, use a braid or braided cord. Its color should be in contrast to the main fabric. This is what will emphasize the delicacy of the ornament.

When making a carved lambrequin yourself, you must have an overlocker and a sewing machine.

Three rules for successful selection

In order for the openwork lambrequin to fit into the overall interior as harmoniously as possible, it is necessary to adhere to the basic rules.

1. Product form. Here the determining factor is the size of the room and its style. It must be remembered that an overly intricate and complex ornament can significantly narrow the space, therefore it is recommended to use simple forms in small areas, but in large areas - give free rein to imagination.
2. Color spectrum. The palette of colors used in the interior is one of its most important components. It is thanks to the play of shades that you can achieve maximum harmony. A win-win solution is a lambrequin of the dominant color. This will complement the overall composition, but you don’t need to try to match tone to tone, it’s enough to opt for compatible shades. Also a good option - contrasting solutions. For example, brown curtains - a golden lambrequin. However, there is one caveat here: these colors should be duplicated in the interior.
3. Optimal size. The overall impression of the room will depend on the width and length of the lambrequin. If it is very narrow, then the size of the drapery should be from one wall to the other, and vice versa, in large rooms, the dimensions of the window side slopes are taken as the basis.

What to pay special attention to when making

1. Before sewing, you need to take accurate measurements from the window. The length of the lambrequins directly depends on the size of the cornice.
2. If it is necessary to make a sufficiently wide base, then it is preferable to choose a doubler, since the width of the bardo-profi does not exceed 45 cm.
3. The pattern is made taking into account all the measurements taken, as well as rounding, corners and features of the ornament.
4. Before cutting openwork lambrequin, be sure to do a trial version to assess the quality of the ornament. And only after that you can transfer it directly to the base.

Manufacturing technology

Making the base for a hard lambrequin is already half the battle. Now you can start decorating it.

1. In order for the openwork lambrequin to have the appropriate appearance, it is necessary to stick fabric material on the workpiece. First, the front side is processed. The gluing process itself takes place with the help of an iron in two passes: the first - with steam, the second - without.
2. Back side processing. The prepared base is placed on the lining and stitched along the edges with a zigzag seam. For a fortress, you can use adhesive tape.
3. Trim excess fabric.
4. Decorating stage. For this, fringe or braid is ideal. It is attached with hot glue.

How to make an openwork lambrequin: the subtleties of work

• Be sure to leave 1-2 cm for the hem.
• When using the allowance is not needed.
• The upper edge of the lambrequin is processed with Velcro, with which the product will be attached to the cornice. The tape is sewn lower by 5 mm from the fold.

The master class on making a carved openwork lambrequin is over. Good luck to you.

Lambrequin is a great addition to curtains, which you can create with your own hands at home. A very beautiful version of this curtain decoration is openwork, and if you have no idea how to make such a decorative element with your own hands, take a look at the workshops that allow you to learn the art of creating it.

In each master class, under the base, which is proposed to be made by hand, will mean a hard lambrequin for curtains. And, creating it is simple, because many elements will need to be glued, not sewn, and a special pattern is not required.

From this lesson you can learn how to create a pelmet for curtains with a beautiful mirror pattern. Photo with an elegant product.

The first step is to draw half of the pattern on paper. It is advisable to do so that a figure is obtained, from which some parts should be cut out inside. Its top should be a wide strip.

After the pattern is ready, we glue the colored and fabric with an iron, and apply the pattern to the middle from the outside and circle it. Next, turn it over and apply it to the middle so that it connects with the circled half into one. We also circle it and cut out the resulting figure. Then, Velcro should be sewn to the wrong side.

Smooth and lace

This lesson can teach you how to create not only a lambrequin for curtains with a lace pattern, but also with any other, for example, with a floral one. The main thing is that the created design should be a smooth solid canvas - a gang, on which bizarre curls and figures will flaunt.

For starters, you need to make a base. We take the outer fabric, connect it to the lining with an iron. We cut out a suitable shape, measuring the distance between the ends of the eaves, and give it the desired shape with the help of scissors. Next, you need to sew the back fabric with a Velcro strip.

On paper, draw the patterns you like according to the template, cut them out, apply them to the main fabric, connected to the lining fabric with an iron. If you ignore the lining, the outer material will hang unsightly. We glue the resulting figures with glue to the base.

Beauty to the very ends

This master class will tell you how to make an interesting pelmet for curtains with edging in the form of lace or other openwork element.