master class: eyelets, installation

do-it-yourself installation of eyelets

The distance between the centers of the eyelets should be from 15 cm to 22 cm. From the side edge of the curtain to the center of the first eyelet, the distance should be 5 - 7 cm. This distance must be made so that the eyelet does not fall on the side hem. You should not make a very large distance, otherwise the free end of the curtain will dangle unsightly.

We retreat 2-4 cm from the top edge of the curtain.

Curtains for the hall

The design adds coziness to the room. Made in a single image create a feeling of unity.

Decorations for the hall are designed to bring beauty and aesthetics into the house.

Look great with different interior styles.

Styles:

minimalism;
modern;
Scandinavian;
Provence;
high tech;
madder;
loft;
modern

It is important to choose the right patterns, tones, combine, match colors with objects in the room in order to put emphasis on something. Provence supports warm, pastel colors

Multi-layering of products is appropriate in country and modern.

A minimalist style is perfect for the living room. Refinement and sophistication are its basis.

The right combination of decorations in the style of the room is the right choice for decorating your home. By combining the colors of the product and the rings you can completely transform it.

eyelets, installation

You also need to know that the grommet has an outer and inner diameter:

And so, we mark the holes for the eyelets on the curtain, for this:
Lay out the finished curtain on a flat surface. Marking should be done when the curtain has already been ironed and lies on the cutting table or ironing board, smoothly ironed, without dents or folds.
Mark the position of the outer eyelets. To do this, take the grommet and place it at the desired distance from the top and side edges of the curtain. We make sure that it does not go into the seams. Place a dot exactly in the center of the grommet hole with a simple pencil or fabric marker. We do the same for the other side of the curtain. Please note: the distance that we set back from the top for the first eyelet must be maintained for all other eyelets so that all holes are at the same level.

We calculate the distance between the centers of the eyelets and the number of eyelets we need. To do this, measure the distance between the centers of the marked outer eyelets. In my curtain, the distance between the centers of the outer eyelets was 186 cm. Let's try to make the distance between the eyelets 15 cm.

186 cm: 15 cm=12.4 (eyelets)

That is, we need 12.4 eyelets. We round up to 12 eyelets and calculate the distance between them in this case:

186 cm: 12 (eyelets) = 15.5 cm.

So, we calculated that we need 12 eyelets for our curtain and the distance between them will be 15.5 cm.

Having laid out all the eyelets on our curtain, outlined the inner diameter of each eyelet with a pencil or fabric marker, and cut out the circles we have drawn.
You can cut circles 2-3mm larger than the drawn circle:

Then we place one part of the eyelet under the curtain, aligning its inner diameter with the cut hole. Cover the other part of the eyelet on top of the fabric and press firmly until it clicks:

That's it, we have installed the eyelets. Now we will hem the bottom edge of the curtain. To do this: measure the height of the curtain from the cornice to the length we need. We set this size aside on our curtain from the top edge of the inner diameter of the eyelets and add 3-5 cm (more is possible) to process the bottom of the curtain with a hem seam .

Marking and preparing holes

Before installing fasteners, you should mark the product. The eyelets should be installed at intervals to prevent sagging of the material between them. Having placed the inserted grommet in the right place, circle it (the sleeve along the outer edge or the ring along the inner edge).

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Then the holes are prepared. If their diameter is small, the holes can be pierced with an awl. Sometimes a hole punch is used for piercing. To prepare larger holes, punches are used. If there is no suitable tool, you can use a specially made homemade one. To do this, you need to select a tube of a suitable diameter and sharpen one of its edges. The hole should be such that the grommet bushing is inserted tightly, but does not cause tears or deformation of the material. It is convenient to punch holes on a piece of thin rubber or linoleum.

If the holes need to be large, make a cross-shaped cut with scissors and then cut out the excess material. The bushings should be inserted from the front side, and the rings should be put on from the back. The installation of plastic fasteners ends here.

Video of installing plastic eyelets with your own hands:

By the way, if you don’t have eyelets, you can make a curtain like this that imitates eyelets:

How to do this, read THIS ARTICLE.

And this is a small photo selection of curtains with eyelets:

Distinctive features

Thanks to them, the curtain can be closed quickly and easily. They are located so freely that they do not impede the movement of the canvas. They move smoothly and calmly along the cornice. They don’t sag, stay straight, and don’t form wrinkles. When moving, they do not affect it, ensuring wear resistance of any model.

A distinctive feature is that it can be attached to curtains. They look installed on special equipment. In fact, even a non-professional can secure them. The time and effort spent will not keep you waiting long. Carefully hung curtains compensate for the work.

In places where there are slits, beautiful natural folds are created along the entire length of the curtains, which allows you to create romantic comfort.

Variety of models or how to find exactly your option?

Form.

The shape of eyelets can be round, square, triangular, oval, also in the form of other geometric shapes or in the form of other configurations (stars, snowflakes).

Material.

The difference in the material of manufacture is the choice between plastic, metal or wood. By the way, on the Russian market the most popular material for grommets is plastic. And there are a number of reasons for this: the ability to withstand temperature changes, as well as changes in humidity in the room, ease of installation and maintenance, silent sliding along the pipe, a variety of shapes and colors, which are most voluminously represented in this type of material, and, of course, accessible to any wallet price. A nice bonus: after prolonged use, there will be no mark left on your curtains, because plastic, unlike metal, will not rust.

Combination.

What is important is not what material the eyelet is made of, but how well it fits into the interior and does not violate the overall style concept. Therefore, even an ordinary round eyelet with imitation wood, leather or metal can become a real decoration for curtains.

Tip: when choosing between a matte and shiny surface of rings, remember: matte ones retain their original appearance better.

Diameter.

Determining the correct diameter of the eyelet is perhaps the most important point. In order for the curtain to slide along the rod without problems, the diameter of the hole in the ring should be slightly larger than the diameter of the rod. Optimal diameter: from 15 to 50 cm, while for thin and light fabric it is better to choose a smaller fastening size, for dense fabric a larger diameter.

The eyelets required in shape, diameter and color can be found on the website of the online store - a reliable Russian manufacturer of curtain rods, roller blinds and accessories for them.

How to select eyelets in accordance with the style and purpose of the room?

Living room.

The combination of curtains plus eyelets is perfect for this room, just choose a thicker fabric for them so as not to limit yourself in decoration and drapery options.

If you need to highlight window openings as an accent, choose bright fabrics and neutral grommets that coordinate with the rest of your living room decor.
The ideal combination of shades in the room = curtains several tones darker than the main color of the room + eyelets to match the fabric or cornice.
For a living room decorated in a simple style with straight lines and strict geometry, for example, in a high-tech style, choose plain fabrics that do not attract attention and rings with a glossy metallic sheen.

Bedroom and children's room.

The use of a grommet fastening method in the bedroom can visually increase the height of the room, thanks to soft deep folds. Rings that imitate wood will suit the classic style of the bedroom. The main recommendation: choose eyelets that match the cornice. For a child's room, natural curtain fabric with a light print or a plain one is suitable. Perhaps it makes sense to take a closer look at shortened models that reach the window sill.

Kitchen.

Excessive pomp in the kitchen is inappropriate, as is the use of deep folds. As a rule, curtains with a natural composition are chosen for the kitchen, to which grommets are selected: transparent fabrics go better with metal rings, and cotton ones with rings that imitate wood.

Tips from a seamstress

Curtains consisting of two panels should look the same, so we fix the eyelets on them in a mirror manner.
The edges of the curtains always face the wall near the window.
If the step between the eyelets is too large (more than 25 cm), there is a high probability that the curtain fold will lie on the rod intended for tulle. Before marking the step length between the eyelets, measure this distance as well.

By following simple instructions and useful tips, you can sew your own curtains with eyelets for your room, and maybe even for the whole house. After all, this method of decorating a window opening has quite a lot of advantages, and there are even more fans.

Types of curtain tapes

Tapes are classified into different types depending on certain factors.

According to the degree of transparency, they are of two types.

Transparent. Made from polymer material or thin fabric. Fishing line is used instead of threads. Sewn to thin curtains (for example, tulle).
Opaque. Suitable for thick curtains that are not see-through. Made from thick white fabric.

Depending on the method of fastening to the curtain, there are two types of tapes.

Sew-on. Traditional option. To secure the product to the curtain, it must be sewn.
Adhesive. On one side of such tapes a special glue is applied, which is activated under the influence of high temperature. The product is applied to the curtain and then ironed with a hot iron. After that it is fixed. A less reliable option than sew-on ones - over time, the glue may lose its original properties.

Depending on their purpose, tapes are divided into two types.

Horizontal. Designed for fixing curtains. They are mounted horizontally in its upper part.
Vertical. They play an exclusively decorative role. They are used to give curtains the desired appearance (in particular, to create ruffles). As a rule, they are mounted in a vertical plane.

cornice

Conclusion

Installing eyelets at home will not be difficult even for a less experienced craftswoman. The main thing is to carefully carry out simple calculations, select the necessary fabric, buy a seal and the required number of fasteners.

The work begins with trimming the fabric and finishing all the seams. The eyelets are attached to the finished ironed curtain. First, the outer fasteners are installed, and then all the rest. A little patience - and the curtain is ready!

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