Easy guide to curtain designs for bay windows.

Don't worry lets keep it simple, just check out the following mini guides.

easy way to curtain designs for a bay windows

The simplest one to do just fix the track over your window. The easiest is a simple uncorded plastic track that bends to fit the shape of your bay. Then hang your curtains down to the sill.

The ever popular Pencil pleat valance

Straight or shaped bottom edge these have stood the test of time. There are so many variations to choose from. Contrast trims, beads, fringing and flexible on the width. Your bay is a bit bigger then let the pencil pleat tape out a little. Your bay is a bit smaller pull in the pencil pleat tape a little bit more.

Double, triple, goblet, cartridge pleats timeless classics

These headers can be used on valances for your bay window. Best made with buckram (Stiff cardboard type header) in the top of the curtain. Against the specialty draw tape version (real pain in the butt). They look great when done with buckram.

Bay rods and poles in a bay, it's a minefield

Very popular at the moment but take more time and effort to fit in your bay window. There are 2 kinds of bay poles. The kit version and the custom made version. The kit bay pole gives a low price and the custom gives better quality and more flexibility.

Stylish but simple bay window pelmet treatment

One of my favorite curtain designs for bay windows made up in the right fabric they look fantastic. Yet they are so simple to do. Another great thing they can be made to fit any shape bay window. A classic timeless design change the fabric and totally change the look. Add a bead trim for a very contemporary feel.

Traditional look Swags and tails

Bay windows in older homes lend themselves to curtain swags. As long as the rest of the room is in keeping they can look absolutely stunning. Add a tassel fringe for a really rich look with matching rope tassel tie backs. Like I said well worth considering in an older home.

A casual scarf swag in a bay

On a tight budget or just want a more casual look then the scarf swag gives it to you. A very flexible solution to curtain designs for bay windows. There are many ways you can drape the scarf swag in a bay.

Have an expert show you exactly how to make beautiful pleated curtains

As much as I know how to make curtains of all kinds my friend Jennifer Thoden is a master of the art. She has been teaching people how to make all kinds of soft furnishings for many years. If you would like to make truly professional looking curtains then she can help you.

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