For the first time, airy, transparent and at the same time dense organza fabric appeared in the East at the end of the 18th century. For a long time, organza was used only to create exclusive decorations for clothes (collars, bows, decorative flowers), due to the significant cost of natural silk fabric. The material is characterized by a high degree of transparency, durability, resistance to deformation, does not wrinkle, and forms textured folds. That is why the fabric is successfully used to produce organza curtains.
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Organza curtains
Modern window design uses such decorative elements as curtains, drapes, lambrequins, drapes, tulle. Organza, as well as other transparent and weightless natural and artificial materials, occupies a leading position in the rating of possible options for the most practical and aesthetic fabrics.
Organza is differentiated into:
- matte and shiny;
- plain and rainbow;
- patterned, with embroidery, perforation.
Organic and magical, luminous and sparkling, organza is a magnificent fabric for interior decoration.
Attractive characteristics of organza products
Organza products not only have an attractive appearance. The fabric, due to a special method of strong twisting of fibers, as well as the use of faceted threads, has a special shine, sparkles under the influence of sunlight and artificial lighting.
Tulle, curtains or drapes made of organza have the following characteristic features:
- durability (service life from 7 to 10 years);
- practicality (retains its original aesthetic appearance for a long time and does not wrinkle);
- strength (increased resistance to deformation);
- resistance to ultraviolet rays;
- pliability (the ability to form effective draperies, folds, and folds);
- high degree of transparency.
The fabric is produced by strongly twisting natural silk fibers, polyester or viscose threads.
Disadvantages of organza
Among the negative qualities of organza as a fabric for curtains, we can highlight:
- low level of air permeability (due to increased density);
- high cost of natural silk fabrics;
- difficulty of care (requires delicate care, items are difficult to iron);
- the complexity of sewing curtains for the kitchen from organza (certain difficulties in cutting and sewing);
- high cost of fabric made from natural silk threads.
Look at examples of organza products (curtains, drapes, tulle), which are used for window decoration of living rooms.
Curtains in the interior, descriptions of the main models from organza
In the interior of any living space, curtains play a dominant role, being one of the most important and significant elements of window decor. Unlike tulle, curtains are denser products that protect the premises from sunlight, prying eyes, and perform an aesthetic function. Curtains can be different: from classic options to new products in the world of fashionable interior decor.
Traditional long curtains (floor-length) are used for modern and conservative interiors. They can be used to create spectacular contrasting accents. They go well with large and small interior details, and are a logical continuation of the vertical directions of doors and walls. Long curtains can be of different sizes: exclusively to the floor; a few centimeters (2-7 cm) above the floor; 10-20 cm below the floor, smoothly laid out on the floor (an ideal option for complementing the design of a large room, the main elements of which can be massive sofas, poufs, armchairs).
Important! If the wallpaper in the room is full of patterns, monograms, figures (for example, made in the Baroque style), give preference to plain fabrics for making curtains).
Please note! If the room is small, choose light pastel colors, and dark, bright and saturated colors are suitable for larger rooms.
Additional information: The room will look visually higher if you place the curtain rod across the entire width of the wall on which the window opening is located, or on the ceiling (it creates the impression that the curtains, like a waterfall, rush down, making the ceiling higher).
- Long curtains on the sides combined with transparent tulle - a multi-layered decor option. Suitable for small rooms with limited space.
- Long curtains combined with a voluminous lambrequin are a festive and rich way to decorate a window opening. It is recommended to use them in large spacious rooms, since such “lush” structures will be too “pressing” in small rooms.
- Long curtains on the sides of the window block in combination with fabric roller blinds, Roman blinds, blinds, veils.
- Curtains with various prints, designs, patterns, images, 3D printing are one of the newest trends in window decoration.
The most relevant, fashionable color solutions include natural colors such as coffee, chocolate, wine, grass, olive shades. In addition, fabrics containing two-color stripes, a "Provence" style check, as well as with fantasy prints are extremely popular.
Organza curtains for the hall
A hall or living room is a large, spacious room, not cluttered with things, where it is customary to relax with the whole family, enjoying communication, joint leisure, watching TV. Window decor should be conducive to a calm and pleasant pastime. When choosing decorations for window units, you should carefully consider the color scheme, decor mounting options, and type of material. In this case, you can focus on wallpaper, furniture, following simple design principles.
A small room does not need massive curtains with organza lambrequins, items with fancy drapery, and many accessories. A small living room with one wide window can be decorated with long straight curtains in combination with transparent tulle, blinds, paper roller blinds, and Greek curtains.
For spacious halls, a variety of options are possible, including royal curtains, panel curtains, Japanese, Italian and French textile decor options. Color range: from rich and deep colors (burgundy, coffee, chocolate, emerald) to pastel shades (mint, beige, cream, vanilla, ivory, white), as well as luxurious gold, silver prints in the form of monograms and fancy patterns.
Blue, light blue, turquoise, mint and light green colors will help to create the effect of "moving away" the window unit. To make the room look wider and more spacious, you should decorate the window opening with weightless tulle on a cornice that protrudes far beyond the window unit (or the cornice should be the entire width of the wall on which the window is located). As a decoration, you can use an openwork bandeau or a small lambrequin.
If the living room is located on the sunny side, you can complement the window decor with thick curtains. It should be remembered that light and translucent organza will give the sunlight a certain shade.
Options for decorating living rooms or halls:
- organza curtains as the main (only) element of window decoration, suspended on eyelets;
- weightless tulle made of transparent organza with curtains made of organza of a different shade (or with a print), located on the sides with (or without) lambrequins made of the same fabric;
- organza curtains on the sides, combined with Roman blinds of the corresponding shade;
- organza curtains located on the sides in combination with fabric roller blinds in a harmonious color scheme;
- curtains made of translucent organza in combination with vertical, horizontal blinds, or wooden, aluminum or fabric slats.
New types of materials for curtains of living rooms and halls from organza
For textile window decoration you can choose amazing new items made of organza:
- chameleons that change color depending on the lighting;
- "high-tech", equipped with aluminum stitching or stripes of different colors and sizes;
- with a sparkling effect in bright natural or indoor light;
- with photo printing, which has a 3D effect on transparent fabric;
- "crash" with patterns and chaotic lines that resemble cracked glass.
Organza curtains for the kitchen
Many housewives will agree with the statement that kitchen curtains should be as practical as possible and universal in care. Organza will cope well with greasy stains, gas deposits and dust from stove heating. What window decor options will be more appropriate for the kitchen:
- the window that is located above the work surface should be decorated with independent short organza curtains;
- the decor of the kitchen window can be multi-layered: short transparent organza tulle, plus organza curtains on both sides of the window in a harmonious or contrasting shade, optionally complemented by a small stylish lambrequin;
- if the kitchen is located on the sunny side, blinds or fabric roller blinds can be placed under short curtains or organza curtains;
- For the kitchen, you can choose ultra-fashionable organza cafe curtains.
Please note: Floor-length curtains or tulle in the kitchen are not very appropriate and practical, as they can interfere with the movement of family members in a limited space.
You can use original options for decorating kitchen curtains made of organza (new - stylish textiles in two colors).
Organza curtains, for which rooms are they suitable
A curtain is a piece of fabric that is used to decorate window openings or to limit useful areas of a room. Curtains - drapes, curtains, tulle of various sizes and color preferences can be used to decorate any room:
- hall;
- living room;
- bedroom;
- study;
- kitchen.
Leading designers recommend having two sets of curtains for each room to ensure timely changes in the room's decor for holidays, special occasions, and different seasons.
How to Make a Stylish Lambrequin from Organza with Your Own Hands
Lambrequin is one of the decorative elements, made in the form of a fancy cornice made of fabric, which is suspended in front of tulle, curtains or drapes. There are many types of such design: complex and simpler, soft and hard, one-sided and symmetrical.
Please note! Lambrequin can be used not only for decorative purposes. The decor can make unsightly cornices or defects in the upper part of curtains or tulle invisible.
To make a lambrequin with your own hands, you need to choose the fabric.
Sewing a lambrequin comes down to the following work, which requires patience and a certain design talent.
- To sew lambrequins, you should purchase organza, tape for mounting with loops for fastening, bias tape for finishing the edge, and threads.
- Cutting the product. The width of the lambrequin fabric depends on the number of sections. When cutting, hold the fabric at an angle of 45⁰. Seam allowances should be up to 2 cm, hem allowances - up to 4 cm. The template should be secured with pins to prevent slipping.
- The short side cuts can be finished with bias binding (or folded over), the long cuts can be finished with a zigzag stitch, which will create an elegant cascade. The top of the product can be sewn to the tape for mounting.
VIDEO: Organza curtains – 72 models.
Examples and photos of organza curtains in the interior
Semi-transparent and flowing, yet strong and durable, organza curtains are the number one choice for modern interior design.
The photo shows exquisite and exclusive ideas for using organza in the design of window units in residential premises.
