Important Information

To Determine Width

Measure the inside or outside window width (depending on how you plan to hang curtains).  We recommend multiplying the width by 1-1/2 to show the beauty of our patterns.  Double the width for a truly sumptuous look.

To Determine Length

Measure from where you want the window covering to begin down to the desired finished length.  If you’d like to create a Victorian puddle effect, allow an additional 6-12 inches of lace.

If none of our lace window covering lengths exactly match your windows, please remember that our curtains are attractive hanging at a variety of lengths -- hanging to the sill or all the way to the floor or any length in between.  Many Victorian patterns have several borders as part of their design such as Sandbourne or Victorian Cherub.  Any of these borders will frame your windows.

Please Note:  All of our measurements show width first followed by length.  If in doubt about your measurements, we will be pleased to help you choose the best size for your window.

Hanging Curtains

Rod Pockets

Our lace window coverings are finished with a double rod pocketed top that will accomodate a rod or dowel up to 1”.  The top rod pocket is preferable when additional length is desired or a more tailored look.  Using the lower rod pocket shortens the curtain slightly and creates a more gathered effect.

A word of caution: carefully thread the rod through the rod pocket of the curtain.  Metal rods may have rough edges and this will prevent any possible tearing of the rod pocket.

Alterations

Our seamstress will be happy to adjust our lace panels and yardages to your desired lengths.  Please inquire.  Please be certain of your measurements as alterations are not returnable.

Washing

Our Nottingham curtains may be hand or machine washed on a gentle cycle in cool water;  As with any good quality fabric, bleaching or machine drying is not recommended.  We suggest rehanging them slightly damp, and they will fall into place perfectly.  Expect some minimal amount of shrinkage after the first washing.  Repeated careful washings will only enhance the texture of your lace by making it softer and more like antique lace.

The Madras Collections should be dry cleaned.