PLAID CURTAINS
VALANCES
and
WINDOW TREATMENTS

No more dark and dull plaid curtains that belong in a man’s den or in the billiards room of a Scottish castle. Plaid material has become much lighter and brighter and the colors have made it a very attractive and appealing decorating option for every room in the home.
There are beautiful color selections like pink and green plaid or blue and yellow plaid prints. The fabrics are available in many weights ranging from upholstery fabrics and lightweight silk to cotton flannel that’s soft and light enough for a baby’s receiving blanket.

Appropriate areas of use for plaid window treatments have expanded considerably. Along with traditional applications, it’s not unusual to see plaid window treatments as a background to a room that’s been decorated in feminine floral chintz or French toile. A plaid valance or topper might provide the perfect pattern to tone down cabbage roses that might be a little too girly for the average taste. They are just as lovely when paired with textured fabrics like chenille and ultra-suede in a room for a boy.

The average person tends to pigeon hole plaid designs in two categories: Traditional Scottish Plaid or expensive Burberry. I hope that you will have a more open mind and experiment with blending your plaid curtains with more unique prints and patterns.

There’s no need to hem them and leave the edges plain and unadorned. A tailored valance with covered buttons, plaid balloon shades or plaid curtain panels are all stylish and contemporary options.

There are trims and notions that will add so much charm to a plain window topper or valance so much so that your plaid window treatments will be a stylish and sophisticated part of your home’s decor.

Return to Unique Baby Gear, Nursery Themes and Decorating Ideas for information on how to mix and match popular fabric prints and patterns to give your projects a professional and sophisticated look.