When sewing curtains, use curtain tape, which is a strip of braid of different widths, in which there are shoelaces inserted through a certain distance. It allows you to quickly and effortlessly create draperies on the canvas, and is also used to attach hooks that will hold the curtains on the cornice . Consider how to sew the braid on the tulle.
How to sew braid on tulle - master class
After the curtain is sewn and processed its edges, it is necessary to sew a curtain tape. To do this, you will need:
- wide curtain tape;
- finished curtain;
- thread;
- sewing machine;
- scissors.
- The braid is applied from above with hinges to the front part of the tulle by 1.5 cm, the edge extends forward by 2 cm, so that it can then be folded. The tape is tied along the entire length.
- The edge is bent and the braid is turned to the wrong side of the curtain.
- The lower edge of the braid is attached to the front of the curtain. So it is more convenient to control the tulle so that it is sewn smoothly and the fabric does not move.
- The middle seam between the ropes in the braid from the underside of the product is laid.
- The tape is sewn. For special hinges curtains are hung on hooks.
- After that, the tulle is ironed, the screed is made with the help of ropes on the braid to the desired size of the opening. A beautiful air curtain is ready.
As you can see, it is quite easy to sew the braid to the tulle, it can be used for hooks in an even form or drape the fabric for decorative purposes.
The degree of tightening of the laces determines the density of the assembly. Different types of braids allow you to create the most intricate draperies. Such an accessory greatly facilitates the work of seamstresses in the design of curtains.
