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From T to ZT Tab-Top Curtains: Curtains with fabric bands attached to the top into which a decorative curtain rod is inserted. Tension Rod: A curtain rod which stays in place inside the window frame through spring tension. Tie-Tab Curtains: Similar to tab-top curtains, but with ribbons or fabric bands tied over the rod, instead of sewn in place. Tiebacks : Fabric bands, cords, or other material that shape the curtain or drape and holds them back from the window. Traverse Rod: Adjustable drapery rods that open and close the window treatment by pulling a cord. Trim: Decorative cording, braids, or fringes applied to the edges or hems of draperies, to match or contrast the panel fabric. Triple Fullness: A fabric panel that is three times the width of the window. Often sheers and lightweight curtains are made in triple fullness. V Valance : A window treatment that covers the top of the window and the drapery hardware. A valance is made of matching or contrasting fabric, often with a casing at the top, and gathered onto a curtain rod. . Velcro: Hook and loop tape used for attaching fabric to a mounting board. Sometimes used for lightweight fabrics and valances. Venetian Blinds: Blinds made of metal or wooden slats, attached to cloth tape, and worked by a cord on a pulley system, and available in many widths, colors, and sizes. Blinds provide excellent light control while allowing some view to the outside. W Warp and Weft: Refers to the direction threads in a fabric. Warp threads run the length of the fabric. Warp threads are crossed by the weft threads that run from selvage to selvage across the width of the fabric. Window Scarf: A long piece of fabric casually draped over a pole or rod at the top of a window like a valance. The center is gently pulled down to create a soft curve. Wrong Side: The back of the fabric. The less finished side that may have stray threads or a more rough look to it.
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| ~ Glenna J. Morton |
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