Window treatments allow us to create looks in rooms that speak volumes of our designing style and creativity. By sticking to a theme or style of curtain we can create a whole new look for our home. In the Victorian style of decorating lace is used to set the stage for a stately Victorian look. The Victorian period was the era during the reign of Queen Victoria in 1837 to 1901 but continued after she passed away for another decade. The trade mark of the era was romantic styles intertwined with elegance and splendor. Lace, being an expensive fabric, became the symbol of this era. There are many different types of lace available; each named after the place where the lace was made. Lace is one of the most delicate fabrics available. It is one of the fabrics most used in decoration. In the Victorian era lace was hand made and cost a pretty penny. However, today most lace is machine made from cotton thread. It makes it possible to design extravagant lace swag curtains with valance for your living room window treatments that fit within your budget.
To find your Victorian Lace curtains, shop at old estate sales, thrift stores, or online auctions. There are some retailers that make reproductions of vintage Victorian lace curtains. Obtain catalogues and books about the era to get a feel for the design style. Rummage through garage sales and find items that add interest to your room using wall decorations and ornaments. Harmonize the colors you use to create an atmosphere that reflects the purity associated with the Victoria era. Use your chair cushions and covers to make a statement. Buy second hand cushions and cover them with fabric that blends with your Victorian theme. Use scents to add another dimension to your room. Trim cushions, dining room chairs and lamps with lace.
Building a Victorian Style takes time, do not rush into it. Finishing touches to a room is a never ending process; continue to introduce additions to the room over time. To make your project affordable consider reviving some of your old curtains if they fit within your decorating theme. Simple add lace to the hems or use lace tie backs to complete the window treatment. You can simply cut mid length curtain and turn them into kitchen café curtains with added lace at the bottom. Use the same theory to make balloon lace curtains.
Decorating fabrics in the bathroom; shower curtain and bathroom window curtains can also be "laced up". Simply buy fabric shower curtains that match your style and add lace for affordable lace shower curtains and lace bathroom window curtains.
In the bedroom, cover your headboard with fabric that matches your new bedroom décor. This makes a hard headboard more comfortable to lean against and creates a link between your bedding and lace bedroom curtains.
The most important part of the Victorian style besides the finishing and trimming of window treatments, are the accessories. Attach lace fabrics to the cornice. Valances can be made of fabrics trimmed with lace. Swags, Tails and tiebacks made of lace can dress up a plain window treatment. To complete the Victorian theme add a few final touches to the room. Change the lighting; use beautiful Victorian period lamps, footstools and vanities. All in all, lace curtains can complete any look.