Curtain Sentence Examples

Lisa pulled a curtain back to examine the sky.

He lowered the curtain, dropping the room into darkness.

The curtain rose again.

Her gaze turned to the curtain, where not even a lost sunbeam could enter the room.

The curtain often shows several conspicuous folds, and the lower edge often resembles frilled drapery.

She pulled the curtain back from the window on the door.

Though she wasn't hungry, she drank, exploring the black curtain shielding his memories as she did.

Releasing the curtain, she turned away from the window.

The curtain of snow parted finally, and Darian's dark form entered the cave.

Cesareo; this is a marble altar richly decorated with mosaic in sculptured panels, and (below) two angels drawing back a curtain (all in marble) so as to expose the open grating of the confessio.

A generation back the astrologer would not have been hidden behind a curtain, but have taken precedence of the doctor.

The behaviour of the needle, as Paulsen points out, is exactly what it should be if the space occupied by the auroral curtain were traversed by electric currents directed upwards from the ground.

At Tasiusak the auroral curtain after reaching the zenith usually retired in the direction from which it had come.

I can't say for sure because I'm on the outside, trying to look in and trying not to get caught, but they've pulled the curtain closed on me.

Further, though the curtain even in it fell on Peter at Antioch itself (our one complete MS. of the Homilies is proved by the Epitome, based on the Homilies, to be here abridged), the interest of the story culminates at Laodicea.

Some latecomers took their seats in the stalls, and the curtain rose.

The gates of the sanctuary screen were closed, the curtain was slowly drawn, and from behind it a soft mysterious voice pronounced some words.

With another deep breath, she leaned over to push aside the shower curtain and grab her face wash.

The woman craned her neck to look at something on a table behind the drawn curtain.

Almost at the same time, the 4th of March, his third tragedy, Mariamne appeared, was well received at first, but underwent complete damnation before the curtain fell.

The " Theatre " and the " Curtain " were situated at Shoreditch; the " Globe," the " Swan," the " Rose " and the " Hope " on the Bankside; and the Blackfriars theatre, although within the walls, was without the city jurisdiction.

An auroral curtain travelling with considerable velocity would approach from the south, pass right overhead and retire to the north.

Of course the phenomenon might be due to actual change in the arc, but it is at least consistent with the view that arcs are of two kinds, one form constituting a layer of no great vertical depth but considerable real horizontal width, the other form having little horizontal width but considerable vertical depth, and resembling to some extent an auroral curtain.

Regular arcs were selected in most cases, but the lowest height obtained was for a collection of rays forming a curtain which was actually situated between the two stations.

It in fact ensures that the wing, and the curtain or fringe of the wing which the primary and secondary feathers form, shall be screwed into and down upon the wind in extension, and unscrewed or withdrawn from the wind during flexion.

Mecca in fact lies in the heart of a mass of rough hills, intersected by a labyrinth of narrow valleys and passes, and projecting into the Tehama or low country on the Red Sea, in front of the great mountain wall that divides the coast-lands from the central plateau, though in turn they are themselves separated from the sea by a second curtain of hills forming the western wall of the great Wadi Marr.

The caliphs substituted a covering of figured brocade, and the Egyptian government still sends with each pilgrim caravan from Cairo a new kiswa of black brocade, adorned with a broad band embroidered with golden inscriptions from the Koran, as well as a richer curtain for the door.'

The players sped through Dean's mind like a theater curtain call—Vinnie and his friends, Mayer from World Wide, or Arthur Atherton's nefarious clients.

Instead of immediately reaching for the light switch, open a curtain or the blinds and let some daylight in.

In the dim shadow of the curtain her luminous eyes shone more brightly than usual from the tears of joy that were in them.

She leaned over to her brother and kissed him, slightly catching the curtain of the cot.

Each made the other a warning gesture and stood still in the dim light beneath the curtain as if not wishing to leave that seclusion where they three were shut off from all the world.

But suddenly a storm came on, chromatic scales and diminished sevenths were heard in the orchestra, everyone ran off, again dragging one of their number away, and the curtain dropped.

If you must have a shower curtain, go for light colors.

Instead of the traditional curtain rods, consider using long sticks.

There are many parts that make up decorative curtain rods and can be selected as a set or individually.

These curtain rods would work well in both contemporary and rustic style homes.

A shower curtain can express your style and personality.

Make a dramatic statement and take advantage of the truly funky curtain design by opting for a color palette that completely opposes the existing color scheme of your bathroom.

A little bell jingled in the empty office as Dean entered and an unshaven man in his sixties took his time sauntering out from behind a curtain, hoisting up his suspenders as he moved behind the desk.

Through the gauze curtain our eyes were all riveted upon the scene within.

A win and a draw before returning home at the end of July to play a curtain raiser at Anfield against Lazio.

This should provide an excellent curtain raiser for the Conference League match which follows.

On Saturday 2nd September, the season starts with the traditional curtain raiser of the London Double Header at Twickenham.

Derby County are to play one of the top teams in Europe for the pre-season curtain raiser for the 2003-2004 season.

It is almost filmic - the curtain call, taken by the 50-plus backstage crew at the end, is richly deserved.

Attach a narrow wrought iron curtain rod with decorative finials to the wall.

The surviving ruins include a large gatehouse, and the curtain walls.

She could hear the gnawing of teeth behind the curtain of ash tinted blood-red.

The curtain will also stop the flow of contaminated groundwater into the highly fractured surrounding rock.

The first, inner curtain will be formed at a relatively low pressure using a blocker grout.

Cabin safety is provided by front, side and curtain airbags as well as rear headrests designed to support the neck.

The curtain of magic at the entrance rippled, letting in crowd howls, a heavy bass beat, and three vampire minions.

We also sell a range of off-the-shelf products including curtain pelmets, decorative folding screens and fretwork panels.

Other people cunningly conceal screens behind beams or curtain pelmets, so that to all intents and purposes they become totally invisible.

Pressing the trigger of the jet pinner inserts a hook into the top of the curtain where required.

A small porthole with a curtain provides limited lighting.

The cast seemed a little taken aback and surprised by the rousing reception the audience gave them come the curtain calls.

The curtain rose disclosing a sculptor's studio, with the sculptor's studio, with the sculptor at work on a reproduction of a well known classical statue.

A state with a new rusty iron curtain would become a burial shroud for Russia.

Kelly was given a standing ovation by some members of the sell-out crowd who treated the cast to three curtain calls.

A curtain of crimson taffeta held by two young men parted the couple to prevent them from stealing glances.

Shown below is a detail of the flow where the curtain (width W) strikes the web at the dynamic contact angle theta.

At the end of the handrail, on both sides of the first doorway, John placed a curtain tieback.

Each tower was three stories, with the uppermost story rising above the curtain wall.

The curtain finally comes down on a mad whirl of destruction.

But the curtain is raised for too brief an interval to allow of more than a passing glimpse at the restoration of Judaean fortunes; not until the time of Nehemiah, about 140 years after the fall of Jerusalem, does the historical material become less imperfect.

It is one of the most imposing forms. As a rule the higher portion is visibly made up of rays, the light tending to become more continuous towards the lower edge; the combination suggests a connected whole, like a curtain whose alternate portions are in light and shade.

So he painted a beautiful picture which seemed to be covered with a curtain.

A curtain of cloud relents enough to allow the peaks of the Olympic Peninsula, dusted with snow, to creep into the picture.

A curtain of rain appears just in front of me, the noise reverberating off the glass walls.

The Berlin Wall is about to collapse and the Iron Curtain be ripped asunder.

At ground level there is a door in the curtain, a strongly barred sally port.

The curtain rose disclosing a sculptor 's studio, with the sculptor at work on a reproduction of a well known classical statue.

A man 's figure is silhouetted against the background of a white curtain flooded by the light of a new day.

Take a sneak peak at what might be going on beyond the final curtain.

Only faith, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernal beauty and glory beyond.

Their totalitarian regime held much of Europe captive behind an iron curtain.

They have sprayed the title of the film in silver paint across the red velvet curtain which covers the screen.

The lake came almost up to the curtain wall on the side of the castle visible in the photograph.

Please note; Linings are designed to be 3cm shorter in drop than our voile curtain panels.

The back bar is a simple composition of display boxes with a backdrop of voile curtain to add a touch of class.

During the post-World War II era, a young mother named Marion Donovan used a shower curtain to create a diaper cover, and her disposable diapers evolved from that invention.

To help reduce the risk of falls, strangulation, suffocation, and burns, do not position the crib near windows, draperies, electrical cords, hanging wall decorations, heating sources, curtain cords or climbable furniture.

The first VF Factory Outlet was located right outside of the factory where the items were made, with the retail sales area being separated from the factory floor by only a black curtain.

Throughout the day, in order to accommodate the amount of customers that had shown up, Lee kept moving the curtain back further and further in order to make the sales floor big enough to hold all of the shoppers.

Kittens will try to climb to the top of your drapes and perch on the curtain rod if not discouraged.

Black will complement most wall, carpet, and curtain colors as well, so it makes an easy, even if unexpected, choice.

Instead of having a shower curtain, go for a sliding, clear shower door, which will also help create the illusion of more space by allowing the light to flow through.

This can also be done with area rugs and curtain panels.

You don't want your lighthouse curtain to be the only object in the bathroom that relates to coastal, sea or nautical themes.

You may want to buy a blue rug that matches the blue in your shower curtain or one that has a same color seashell embossed or woven into the carpet pile.

Whether you want a bright contemporary look or a more subtle and romantic style, coordinate your sea-inspired shower curtain with other elements for a bathroom that is both functional and beautiful.

There are many laces from which to choose when designing a new shower curtain or purchasing a ready-made one.

If you're a seamstress, then you have many choices for the curtain for your shower.

You may want to line the curtain with a clear water repellent curtain or use a second clear plastic shower liner on a second rod.

If you opt for the second choice, you'll be able to launder your shower curtain the same way you do window curtains.

The tiny eye-like opening in the overall lace material gives a shower curtain a delicate and almost mystical appearance.

You can even purchase a valance over your shower curtain for a polished and finished look.

Lace with a colorful ribbon running through it is a great way to pick up one of the main colors in your bathroom or a color in the print of your shower curtain material.

You might prefer a lace curtain that is made of a rosebud chain lace pattern or lace sewn with a metallic thread or several colored threads running through it.

You can even purchase some amazing lace scenes, like a woven beach and seascapes shower curtain.

You may only want a shower curtain trimmed in lace, or you may prefer one with a full lace panel and lace ruffle accents.

You have quite a few options when it comes to selecting the right shower curtain for your bathroom facelift.

You can increase your choices by going with a large panel curtain and placing it over a shower liner.

By choosing different colors or liner designs, you can alter the look and feel of any lace curtain.

Whatever you select for your shower curtain, you can be sure that it will instantly transform your bathroom.

Making a shower curtain is easy, and can allow you more choices in both the lace and the style.

Allow for a few inches more than you'll need when the curtain is fully extended.

Some laces are only available as trims, but are great to add to your shower curtain panel.

If you've purchased a cloth shower curtain and want to reinvent it, or if you want to use the curtain you already have, you can add lace trim for a completely new look at a nominal expense.

Edge laces used for a rim or border for your curtain.

Go for the wider lace to dress up your curtain.

A scallop edge lace comes in large widths and is sewn onto the edge of your curtain with a top-stitch.

Try a contrasting color for the lace and to see through to the color of your curtain fabric.

Whether you purchase or make a lace curtain to accent your shower, this delicate style offers a sophisticated, airy feel that can transform your bathroom into a sanctuary.

If you can't decide which print you like the best, sometimes you can find multiple prints combined on one curtain.

You can also look for a cloth curtain and use a plastic shower curtain liner.

Pairing a cloth shower curtain with luxury bath towels and gold or brass towel rings and towel bars helps define a more formal bathroom.

You can have a giraffe shower curtain with leopard print bath towels.

A cheetah print shower curtain would look great with a zebra striped bath mat.

Framed photos, paintings or sketches of zebras, tigers, giraffes, etc. will go great with the shower curtain.

Sheer curtains can be added underneath these panels for extra privacy to create a layered look by using double curtain rods.

Martha Stewart drapery panels install easily on decorative curtain rods, which can be slipped through the panel's back tabs.

In addition to curtains, the company also has a line of decorative curtain rods that coordinate beautifully with the drapery panels and sheer curtains.

The rubber stamp embellishment project is an easy and fun curtain project that you can use to alter the design and make curtains for any season, such as snowflakes for winter or flowers for spring.

It's important to note that while Macy's doesn't carry the curtain line; it does sell bedding collections that include valances and drapery panels within the sets.

Cover the cake with the fondant, allowing for a slight amount of waves so that the red represents a theater curtain.

The final curtain has dropped on the Siegfried and Roy show.

The curtain is raised and out appears the President with an image of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., behind him.

The hanging rod is not included with this tapestry but you don't have to buy an expensive tapestry rod, instead try a decorative metal curtain rod with finials as an inexpensive alternative.

For a back to nature design, use a twig or branch from the yard as a curtain rod.

Make a cornice board out of corrugated steel or craft curtain rods out of copper tubing.

You can hang the lace curtains on their own, or you can pair them with a thicker curtain in a solid color or a print.

To enhance the décor or theme you can always hang inexpensive curtain panels that you purchase or make from bed sheets.

When it's time for a décor change, the blinds or shades will still be in place and you can substitute in a new pair of curtain panels in the new décor.

Curtains can be as simple as several dishtowels draped over a curtain rod or long panels of white cotton tied back with a contrasting ribbon.

Even a sheer curtain can help soften and focus the natural light that is entering the room.

You can buy a simple shower and dress it up with an elegant shower curtain or you can invest in one of the newer steam showers.

A solid light colored shower curtain that matches the walls will keep the space open and light.

Decorative curtain rods will add a finished look to your window treatments.

You need to consider a few things before you purchase a curtain rod.

In the past, a curtain was simply a sheer that was hung with a sash rod.

Today, the line that separates a curtain from a drapery is blurred.

Many designers use the weight of the material to differentiate between a drapery and curtain with a drapery being heavier and typically lined.

You need to make sure the rod is sturdy and strong enough for your curtain.

If the diameter is too wide a pocket curtain might not fit and the overall curtain effect may be too heavy for the window size.

There are some unique choices of curtain rods that are not just utilitarian, but add a very decorative flare to your window treatments.

This style gives you the ability to stack your curtains against the wall for optimum light and clearance of the window when desired and complete coverage of the window, including the space between curtain and wall to form a boxed in effect.

This unique form of decorative rod allows you to create a room divider with a curtain panel.

You just pull these open and closed by the curtain which slides along the rod channel.

Curtain road hardware can turn your rod in a something plain into a very stylish and special decorative touch to your window.

The first is to make certain the curtain or rings stay on the rod.

You can recreate your curtain rods without having to replace them by simply changing the finials.

Draperies should match are compliment the curtain found in the kitchen.

Attach each strand to a rod so that you can securely hang your curtain.

A fleur de lis finial is a popular addition to curtain rods and even tie backs.

For instance, if you are doing a complete room redesign, they may be responsible for buying new furniture, fabric for pillows, new curtains and curtain rods - everything down to the smallest accessory.

If you feel the room needs a touch of softness, use curtain panels in a solid color that hang straight to the floor.

Paint the walls and the trim, but also use beach colors for the towels, bathmat, shower curtain and accessories.

Use these elements throughout the home's interior with heavy wooden kitchen cabinets, stone floors and wrought iron curtain rods.

While a bay window is meant to bring in a lot of light to a room, there are times when a curtain is needed for privacy; bay window curtain rods provide this without sacrificing the style of the room.

When selecting bay window curtain rods, the angle will determine the size and shape of the rod.

Bay windows may also have curved or arched tops; if a curtain is desired for this area it may be advisable to drape the fabric from curtain hooks rather than use a rod.

Since bay windows are not shaped or designed like standard windows, many homeowners may not consider a curtain for them for the simple reason that they don't know what kind of curtain rods will fit the window.

While it is possible to use three, separate, straight curtain rods, it is more aesthetically pleasing to use one rod designed for a bay window.

Curves, or bends in the rod allow room for the curtains to gather at the edges of the windows naturally, which straight curtain rods would lack.

As with any curtain rods, proper measurements are key to getting the right rod for the window.

The sockets can change angle from 90 to 180 degrees, and will connect with any straight curtain rods of similar size and finish.

Choose the correct length curtain rod for each window section in a coordinating finish to the sockets.

Look into curtain rods for the bay windows in your home, and find the perfect accent to finish your room in style.

Kirsch curtain rods have been around for over a hundred years.

Kirsch in 1907, the same year he invented the flat curtain rod and the telescoping curtain rod.

Kirsch began to take curtain rods to the next level in the 1990's with Studio Coordinates, decorative mix and match window hardware with one-of-kind, hand painted finials.

Whether you go with the Basic Hardware from Kirsch or with the Decorative Hardware, you are getting high quality curtain rods that many professional window treatment installers swear by.

Kirsch's basic hardware consists of the white metal type curtain rods that are functional without drawing too much attention to themselves.

Curtain rods from Kirsch's decorative hardware are on the cutting edge of interior design.

The Classics series contains traditional looking wood curtain rods.

A unique alternative to the standard curtain rod and rings are Medallion holdbacks.

For more information on Kirsch curtain rods or having them installed in your home, contact a local Kirsch dealer in your area or look one up on Kirsch's dealer locator page.

If you think of curtains as artistic as well as functional accessories, the decorative curtain rods and finials you choose to showcase your designs are like the framing pieces that finish the look you're trying to achieve.

There's good news to share from the world of curtain rods.

Curtain rods are often used as bellwethers for a particular design.

Above all, decorative curtain rods are designed to be part of the treatment, not hidden behind the fabric or nestled inside it.

Finials - These are the decorative end caps affixed to both sides of decorative curtain rods.

Decorative curtain rods and finials offer lots of design variety and practical functionality.

To add rich color and subtle, natural texture to your window treatments, consider using wood curtain rods.

Curtain rods come in a variety of different styles, shapes and materials.

Wood curtain rods are different; because the wood is not hollow the rods are not adjustable.

For this reason, it makes the most sense to use wooden curtain rods in areas where the style of the room is unchanging.

While nearly all styles and types of wooden curtain rods are available in a wide range of stains, some species of wood show off the grain more.

If you have a Craftsman style home or enjoy the natural grain and beauty of wood, oak will show off your curtain rod to great effect, no matter what the style or carving.

If you enjoy sustainable design elements, consider a bamboo curtain rod.

Many woods darken when exposed to sunlight; to avoid a curtain rod which is too dark for the room, select a lighter shade of stain.

Wood curtain rods can enhance the window treatments of any room.

If you desire both privacy and light from a window, consider hanging curtains from café curtain rods, rather than from standard rods.

While a standard curtain rod is hung from the top, or just above a window, covering the entire area, café curtains work differently.

A café curtain is hung at the midway point in the window, giving privacy to the area, while still allowing natural light to come into the room from the area above.

Windows near a breakfast bar or eating area may also benefit from the use of a café style curtain.

Occasionally, there are times when a café style curtain would be perfect for a space during certain times of the day, but during other times a more standard curtain would work better.

In these cases, the café curtain rod can be fastened across the middle of the window, with a second curtain rod hung across the top.

This method can also allow for long, drapery style curtains to help accent the room on either side of the window, while the café curtain is pulled across.

In these cases, the café curtain can be used with a valance across the top.

Rods being used with a secondary curtain should match in color and material to the larger rod.

Café curtain rods can be very useful in several rooms of the home.

Consider using them alone, or with a second curtain to provide just the right amount of light and privacy to the room.

Window treatments are an important part of a room's decor and using decorative, contemporary curtain rods helps add a designer touch.

There are a lot of choices when it comes to contemporary curtain rods.

Wooden curtain rods add a dramatic effect to a window treatment, especially when paired with carved, decorative finials.

Wood curtain rings help complete the look.

Contemporary metal curtain rods can have a shiny metallic finish like satin nickel or satin brass.

You can achieve a transitional contemporary look using a forged metal curtain rod like steel, cast iron or wrought iron.

The curtain rod itself is the most basic element of window treatment hardware.

Brackets are the hardware that hold the curtain rod in place.

Specialty brackets are made to hold double curtain rods.

Decorative curtain rings can really dress up a window treatment.

Finials are the decorative embellishments on each end of a curtain rod.

When you're trying to decide what type of curtain rods to buy, it helps to understand how they work or what they're used for.

This kind of curtain rod is recommended for lightweight curtains.

Another modern type of contemporary rod are magnetic curtain rods.

You can easily achieve a designer look for your window treatments with a double curtain rod.

Double curtain rods have a special bracket that is designed to hold an inner and outer rod.

A traverse curtain rod has a pulley system that allows you to open and close your drapes using a cord.

Contemporary cafe curtain rods are small telescoping rods that are often used for lightweight curtains on French doors or kitchen windows.

Whatever type of curtain rod you decide to use, just remember you can express your own style with the many options available for window treatments today.

If you're thinking about new window treatments, you can find a large selection of curtain rods at Home Depot.

Even if there isn't a physical store localtion near you, you can still browse for curtain rods from Home Depot's website.

You can search for curtain rods at Home Depot by brand, price, width or by what's new and what's popular.

The Martha Stewart living curtain rods all come with small finials on the ends.

The Curtainworks collection of curtain rods at Home Depot is a mixture of different styles that can complement a vintage or contemporary design scheme.

Levolor has a variety of different curtain rods styles for contemporary window treatments.

Levolor also has single metal and wood curtain rods in a variety of finishes.

Home Depot carries a full line of curtain rod styles and window treatment hardware.

Home Depot's curtain styles range from casual, classic, contemporary and neo-classical with a variety of colors and textures.

If you're looking for affordable, stylish ways to dress up the windows in your home, consider using Umbra curtain rods.

For a company which had its start with window shades, curtain rods are an important part of the Umbra catalogue.

Whether you are looking for bay window curtain rods, wrought iron rods to complete an Old World look or something sleek and contemporary, Umbra has the range of styles that you are looking for.

Because curtains and draperies are often made up of several components, including the rod, drapes, tie backs and finials, Umbra curtain rods also reasonably priced.

Just as there are numerous styles of interior design, so are their numerous types of curtain rods to choose from at Umbra.

Tension rods work similarly to shower curtain rods and are available at Umbra in modern and classic styles.

Whether you are looking for swing arm rods, tension rods or something more substantial, Umbra has several curtain rods to choose from in contemporary designs.

Classic style curtain rods work in nearly every style of home.

Whether you want subtle detail like the Capella rod, or you want more of a statement like the Imperial rod makes, Umbra has you covered with their classic curtain rod styles.

To complete the look of your window treatments and complement your new curtain rod, consider using any of the following curtain accessories from Umbra as well.

No curtain rod is complete without something to hang from it.

In addition to curtain rods of every style, Umbra also carries window panels.

Umbra curtain rods deliver style and durability for an affordable price.

No matter what style of room, size of window or type of window treatment you are considering, Umbra's curtain rods and drapery sets are sure to work.

You can change the look and feel of your bathtub or shower by installing a curved shower curtain rod.

You may be wondering what the point of a curved shower curtain rod would be.

Installing a curved shower curtain is easy because they come with all the hardware necessary to is do the job.

These specialty shower curtain rods work with any standard shower curtain and will fit all standard tubs.

Take this design one step further by installing a double curved shower curtain rod.

This style not only gives you more space, you can also use the second rod to hang towels or hang a vinyl shower curtain liner with an upscale fabric shower curtain.

Shower curtain rods that are curved are also called crescent shower curtain rods.

However, crescent shower curtain rods are much more than just practical because they add a unique, luxurious look to the bathroom.

You can add even more of a dramatic effect by using decorative shower curtain rings.

Curved shower curtain rods are easy to find, as they are sold where most regular shower curtains are sold.

One nice thing about curtain rods is that they are often as much about style as they are functionality, and that leaves a lot of room for interpretation.

First and foremost, curtain rods need to suit the curtains you have in mind.

Whether you're planning on installing traverse rods or decorative curtain rods, sizing and functionality both matter.

Of the two, the least expensive option is often a decorative curtain rod either made from rolled, hollow metal or wood.

The longer the width of the curtain rod, the larger the diameter of the support rod should be.

Many curtain rods are built to slide one into the other, making them expandable.

Most department and variety stores that carry curtains will have promotional sales of overstocked curtain rods and other curtain hardware occasionally.

Wrought iron curtain rods are a perfect way to add rustic charm to any window treatment.

These decorative, sturdy curtain rods work especially well with heavy drapes.

Curtain rods made from wrought iron and the hardware accessories that go with them are very ornate and decorative in their design.

Wrought iron finials can also be different on each end of the curtain rod.

Wrought iron brackets, curtain rings and tie backs help complete the look.

Using wrought iron hardware and curtain rods for your window treatments can help you achieve a number of traditional, rustic looks.

Hand sewn, quilted curtains held back with wrought iron tie backs and hanging from iron curtain rods would be a great start for a country primitive style living room.

In the bathroom, you could complement the curtain rod with rustic wrought-iron tissue holders, towel rings and towel bars.

If you prefer Southwestern style decor, iron curtain rods will complement this decorating style beautifully as well.

Family owned companies that specialize in custom, handmade wrought iron home furnishings are a good source for finding curtain rods and hardware made from this sturdy, durable material.

These online retailers all have their own unique, custom designs for their curtain and drapery rods.

Winter decorations in the bathroom can be as simple as a few plants, like a Christmas cactus and poinsettias installed on a windowsill, to a mob of motion activated, singing elves clinging to your shower curtain.

If you're also decorating an adjacent bathroom, shower curtains, curtain hooks, rods, towels and rugs are also available that sport nautical motifs.

Go for a more masculine look with exposed rods and curtain rings on your window treatment, or keep it simple but classy with a crisp, linen Roman shade.

The design can be taken right down to the tiles and bathroom fixtures, or confined merely to the shower curtain and wall color of the room.

Purchase the matching towel holders and curtain rods to complete the look.

Frame the model's leg with a foreground of steam or shoot her entire silhouette behind a shower curtain and leave the rest to the viewer's imagination.

It functions like a shower curtain, to keep the wet snow from getting in to your boots.

If you don't have your own bedroom space, try to separate the space with a curtain or divider of some sort.

Add a little zazz to your bathroom with a novelty shower curtain - usually guaranteed to extract a smile even when you are half asleep.

As with a cool or funny shower curtain, what distinguishes a novelty shower curtain very much depends upon personal taste.

You can even personalize your curtain by finding one with pockets wherein you can place your own pictures and toys (so long as they're waterproof).

You know that "new shower curtain smell"?

Additionally, vinyl doesn't recycle so when you throw out the moldy old curtain, it goes to landfill and releases still more toxins.

Fortunately, you can still have a novelty shower curtain and be healthy.

Again, this means using a petroleum-based product, but a polyester curtain can be tossed in the wash when any nasty mold shows up and will thus last a long time.

Yes, you're talking about a novelty, but you might like it enough to want to keep it several years, which you can do with a polyester curtain, thus keeping landfills empty.

And here's a clean little secret - you don't need a liner for a good fabric curtain.

Speaking of DIY, you can absolutely make your own curtain, creating something truly unique.

If you're concerned about keeping the fabric looking nice, go to Restoration Hardware for a neutral white non-PVC curtain that can be used as a liner.

Your biggest dilemma will be trying to decide on just one shower curtain for your bathroom.

The first thing to decide is the theme you want for your new shower curtain.

There is an array of other objects that you'll find in a nautical theme that you may enjoy using for your shower curtain.

A seascape shower curtain or underwater recreation of fish, seaweed and seashells can add a feeling of mystique to your bathroom.

If you have a surfer enthusiast in your home and are looking for the perfect shower curtain, then you'll be surprised at the multitude of choices you have.

From nostalgic to whimsical, you'll be able to find just the right shower curtain to make your surfer happy.

You may prefer to have a whimsical curtain that shows various beach items and objects.

Now that you've decided on which of the coastal shower curtains best suits your bathroom, don't neglect finding the perfect shower curtain rings to go with your new design.

A hookless shower curtain eliminates the frustration of hanging a shower curtain with those pesky hooks.

Sure, you could find a variety of shower hooks and of course numerous designs, but you still had to struggle with hanging the curtains and maybe a curtain liner with hooks.

Consumers now have a new, more convenient option with the introduction of the hookless shower curtain.

Hookless curtains are just what the name implies-they are designed to be placed on a curtain rod without the use of hooks.

Flexible split-ring system-The split ring design allows you to simply fit the curtain over your existing rod, many times replacing the curtain without ever removing the rod.

Keep in mind, however, that you may have to tie the ties individually, but this also allows you to make adjustments on the length of the curtain.

Buttons-Another simple hookless curtain that you can make relies on buttons.

Snaps or Velcro-If you want a smooth look, then consider adding snaps or Velcro to material to create a hookless curtain.

If you are making these yourself, be sure you allow enough room for the curtain to be moved back and forth on the rod.

Built-in rings-Some hookless curtains actually contain plastic rings that are built in to the curtain in a series of slits.

With this particular feature, you can install the curtain without removing the rod.

If you are in the market for a shower curtain and you like the idea of a hookless curtain, consider the following popular features.

While initially this type of shower curtain was created for hotels, the design is fast becoming a popular option among homeowners.

However, if you still can't find curtain in the design of color you desire, then consider making your own shower curtain to coordinate with your bathroom's décor.

It can be difficult to select a shower curtain that fulfills your bathroom's needs and suits your taste and personality.

Many people, particularly apartment dwellers, have very small bathrooms that can be easily overwhelmed by a shower curtain featuring a strong geometric pattern.