How to Tie Tie-Up Window Panels
Tie-up window panels offer a softening effect to a room. They come in a variety of fabrics and colors, and allow homeowners or decorators to add individual charm and an overall comfortable look to a room. You can fold fabric tie-up window panels loosely or roll them tightly, depending on the look you want to achieve. However, you must learn to tie your tie-up window panels correctly, or what started out as a complement to your décor can become a messy eye sore. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Choose the type and length of curtain rod to use for the tie-up window panels. If you intend to hang your window panels flat, be sure to leave enough room between the curtain rod mounting hardware so that your panels are not bunched at the top.
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Hang the tie-up window panels, and determine the desired length of the tie-up panels.
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Fold the fabric in 2 to 3 inch sections, alternating folding over and under the fabric panel, until you have reached your desired length. If you are trying to create a neat, streamlined look, roll the fabric panel toward you until you have reached your desired length.
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Tie the ties or ribbons, which are attached to the front and back of the window panels, into bows to hold the fabric in place.
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Separate and adjust the folded fabric until the tie-up window panel fabric is even on both sides. If you have rolled up the window shade, you made need to smooth out the rolled-up fabric until the fabric is straight all the way across.
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Tips & Warnings
It helps if you have an extra set of hands when tying tie-up window panels. If one person holds the folded fabric while the other ties them up, there is less chance of losing the folds and having to start over again.
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