Creating a cornice on your own is not an easy task, requiring careful preparation, attentiveness and accuracy from the master. It is recommended to preview various videos and master classes in order to have an idea of the work ahead.

Then you need to decide on the choice of a suitable cornice. They are of several types. Consider the most popular options:

Plastic. Good and inexpensive stuff. Suitable for heavy and massive curtains;
Wooden. Standard round wood cornice. Classic and versatile. It is used in any interiors and in combination with all types of curtains;
Multi-row. Such a cornice will be required if the owners plan to hang several curtains (in 2-3 rows);
Metal. The heaviest type of eaves. Forged products not only securely hold the curtains, but also act as interior decoration.

Each owner decides for himself which option to give preference to. Note that it is extremely difficult to make metal products on your own. Therefore, it is better to create a cornice from plastic pipes or wood.

Decorating Ideas

Modern decorative materials are incredibly diverse, because there are a lot of options for decorating curtains, it is hardly possible to cover all of them in one article. However, we will tell you about the basic and simple techniques used to design a conceptual interior. Knowing these techniques, you can easily improvise, and even create an original decoration for the cornice yourself.

It is quite possible to ennoble the window space on your own, without the involvement of designers. You can use ready-made solutions or make your own jewelry. This is a very good decoration option if you unsuccessfully bought a cornice, and it does not fit into the main interior. Buying a new model is a more expensive pleasure, and in such cases they resort to various decorations. After all, decorative strips and ribbons are much cheaper, and the interior can also be decorated much more interesting. Also, this type of finish will help to simply update the look of the old cornice. After all, it happens that, according to the technical characteristics, curtain hangers can still serve and serve, and the appearance loses its presentability, in such cases, the overhead decor saves the situation.
So let's get started!

paint

Painting the cornice to match the curtains is a quick, economical, creative way to decorate. The idea is suitable for decorating rods made of wood or metal, as well as for a baguette. The surface is pre-sanded with a fine abrasive so that the paint does not peel off later. For the strength of the decorative layer, it is recommended to apply a primer.

When the preparatory work is completed, the cornice is painted in the desired color. For this purpose, acrylic paints or compositions from a spray can are suitable. After applying the base layer, a pattern can be applied using a stencil or freehand with a brush. Next, the coating is fixed with a transparent varnish. Such an idea helps not only to decorate the curtain mount, but also to change the geometry of the space. When the curtains and cornice are the same color, it visually raises the ceiling, the room seems higher.

A wooden or plastic baguette can be painted antique, gilding, patina can be applied to the base color. Also, use ready-made sets of paints with different effects: craquelure, velor, under the skin, metallics, mother-of-pearl, etc.

Unusual painting of fasteners for curtains to add original touches and decorate the interior

decorative strips

Another way to decorate a window opening is a decorative strip for ceiling cornices. Today, the most popular facing strips are made of plastic and fabric. Some types of cornices are already prepared for the installation of various decor. During production, special grooves are made, where flexible strips of plastic and other materials are attached.

Quite easy to install and fabric bar. It is fixed with the following options:

With the help of double-sided tape, which is glued to the base on one side, and a decorative bar is attached to the second.
Velcro – this mount consists of two components – one has plastic loops, the other has soft hooks.

On a note! Using the second method – Velcro, it is enough just not only to fix the bar, but also to remove it for cleaning or replacement. Double-sided tape sometimes has too strong adhesion, which is why it is sometimes problematic to tear off the glued bar without damaging it.

The main convenience of fabric overlays is that they can be easily made independently from improvised materials. This is not only cheaper, but also allows you to create a truly original decor that you will probably not find anywhere else.
Creating such a bar is a simple process, but rather painstaking, and requires some equipment. You'll need

thick fabric that holds its shape well,
stencil, which you can also make yourself,
nail scissors with rounded edges,
soldering iron with a thin tip to cut and melt the fabric at the same time,
iron with steamer
and the actual fasteners – tape or Velcro.

To get started, choose the pattern you like, print and make a stencil. After using the stencil, transfer the pattern to the fabric. If you took a synthetic fabric, then it is better to cut it with a soldering iron, if natural – with nail scissors. The principle of fastening such a bar is the same as for purchased models.

Aperture

A hood is a decorative plastic tape, in rolls, the maximum length of a single piece is 60 m. Gluing or attaching it to a special lock is the easiest way to decorate a cornice. Suitable for baguette models, with a smooth front. You can cut the bar yourself to size and attach the overlay.

A very convenient decoration option if you bought a curtain mount, but it does not fit the interior or you want to update an existing baguette. Decorative tape on the cornice can imitate natural materials, precious woods, carvings, ornaments, and be decorated in a modern style.

A polymer hood is a real find for designers, it helps to quickly decorate the cornice and update the interior

Braid cornice

Garlands of artificial flowers traditionally serve as a classic decoration of the cornice. They can be located along the entire length of the window or hang down on the sides. It is advisable to select flowers that are not bright and not too large in order to focus on the beauty of the curtains, and not on the minor details of the interior.

A boring garland can be quickly removed or replaced with a new, more modern one. Shops offer a wide range of artificial flowers. You can make an author's composition from colored paper and cardboard with your own hands. Here you need to show imagination and perseverance.

Note. It is undesirable to overload the cornice with bright details too much. Otherwise, an excess of jewelry will lead to a negative effect, it will be annoying. It is better to first consult with an experienced designer or artist, and then implement your plan.

Round metal or wooden cornices can be braided with a tourniquet, cord, twine or colored thick woolen thread.
The main thing is that the thread is smooth and does not impede the process of opening and closing the curtains.
The combination of shades of threads allows you to create unique patterns on the curtain.
A satin colored ribbon will also serve as a decor for the cornice.

If you have doubts about your skills, then the stores offer a huge selection of jewelry and original details for the home.

Ties look unusual instead of clips and rings, with which curtains are usually attached to the eaves. Ties in the form of fabric straps that wrap around the crossbar descend along the folds of the curtains.

The straps themselves can be tied with a bow or a regular knot. They are sewn from the same fabric as the curtains. Sometimes a rope, ribbon or braid is used as ties.

Stripes on the bar

For a plain or striped curtain, you can paint the cornice with horizontal, vertical or diagonal stripes. Rings and other curtain accessories can be colored to blend in with the stripes on the fabric.

First you need to paint the bar in the main color, which will be the background. Use the lightest colors for the background and the darker ones for the stripes.

Adhesive tape is used to draw the stripes.

Applying vertical stripes:

On the rod, use a pencil and a centimeter to mark the sequence of stripes. Wrap the adhesive tape around the rod and fix the edges of the first set of strips. Apply the paint between the ribbons with a sponge or a small brush. Let the paint dry and cover with another coat of paint if necessary. The adhesive tape is carefully removed after the paint has dried. Repeat the operation to apply stripes of a different color.

Application of diagonal stripes:

Attach the tape to the end of the curtain rod and rotate the rod so that the tape wraps around it in a spiral. The areas between the tape form stripes. If you are satisfied with the result, press the tape firmly against the rod, otherwise the paint may seep through. Color in the stripes. To apply a different color, wrap the rod with tape again, cutting it into narrower strips if needed. Color also.

Application of horizontal stripes:

This technique is suitable for large diameter rods. Starting from the center, using a centimeter and a pencil, mark the position of the first strip. Run the tape along the edges of this strip. Apply paint between the ribbons. Carefully remove the tape when the paint is dry.

If the fabric of the curtains has an ornament, then the pattern can be repeated on the cornice rod and accessories. Paint the bar. Wrap it with duct tape. Transfer the drawing using carbon paper. Color the motif with watercolors.

paste over

You can decorate the cornice by pasting it with wallpaper, fabric to match the curtains, making decoupage from napkins. The selected canvas is glued onto the base polished with an abrasive with the help of PVA, the edges are folded inward. After drying, apply 2 layers of protective varnish. For decoration, lace, tulle strips, self-adhesive decorative ribbons, beads, artificial rhinestones and even beautiful buttons are suitable.

Do not be afraid to show your creativity, experiment, combine different materials

Rigid lambrequins

Lambrequins are a classic method of decorating a cornice. Quite often they are already included with curtains, but this is not always original. In any case, you can always create your own composition. Do-it-yourself lambrequin will certainly become the highlight of the interior.

You can create a spectacular decoration of the cornice with the help of openwork lambrequins. They are sold in rolls, come in different widths, you can always purchase the required footage. There are also lambrequins strictly for the opening of standard length. Their color range is not very wide, but it is matched to all styles, so you can always find a suitable model.

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Figures and accessories

A very original idea for decoration is to attach or plant a figurine or soft toy on the cornice, multi-colored butterflies, birds, dragonflies, bees look beautiful. The choice of accessories is huge, these are stylized animals, ballerinas, and fairy-tale characters.

Accessories can be bought at the store, or made by hand, cut out of paper, strung with beads, crocheted

Decorating a cornice is an interesting and creative process, you can get by with ready-made solutions or show your creativity. Do not be afraid to experiment, but the decor should be in moderation. Remember the combination of colors, the size of the cornice and the proportions of the room: in low rooms, the upper decor is recommended in the color of the curtains, if the space has very high ceilings, then you can hang a wide lambrequin a few tones darker than the main canvas.

Decoration with flowers

Artificial flowers, imitation climbing plants are a great idea for decorating ceiling and wall cornices. Finished twigs are attached to the bar with paper clips or decorative clips. In order to save money, you can make flowers from corrugated paper with your own hands, and combine them into a composition using a fishing line or thin wire wrapped in the same paper.

The photo shows a flower arrangement to decorate the cornice

Tiebacks

Tiebacks may vary in style, material and complexity. Tiebacks with tassels or large fabric flowers can complement the interior in a classic style. Depending on the style of the room, original materials such as beads or even leather belts can be used to create tiebacks. Experiment with materials. However, it is important to combine your decision with the nature of the curtains; the ties should not weigh down and stretch the fabric.

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Tiebacks

In custody

Decorative strips are a great way to give your interior a unique look, as well as mask various flaws in the eaves.
Today, there are many ways to decorate the cornice – fabric ribbons, plastic strips, painting, pasting with decorative materials, flowers, lambrequins, decorative figurines, etc. There are really a lot of materials and with imagination you can create a unique interior.
All types of decor are attached to the cornice quite simply – with double-sided tape or Velcro.
If you have chosen art painting or pasting with various materials, do not forget to coat your compositions with a fixing transparent varnish.