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Curtain Fabric Buying Guide

Here you will find lots of helpful tips an advice on buying fabric for your curtains, or for making roman blinds. We have a glossary of fabric terms to help you get started, plus more advanced guides on fabric types and how to use our fabrics in your home. A great selection of guides for all craft projects. You can also narrow your search by going directly to these sections: How To, What Is and Guide To.

Glossary Of Curtain Fabrics

Glossary Of Curtain Fabrics

From pelmets to poplin, here you’ll find a handy explanation of the common terms we use at Terry’s Fabrics. Take a look and find the information you’re looking for below, but don’t hesitate to give us a call if there’s anything else you’re unsure of. Here we cover some of the specific terms related to fabrics, covering over 30 terms and what they mean. These could be of use when making a purchase or considering which fabric is right for you.

Know Your Linings

Know Your Linings

How And When To Use Tactile Fabrics Within The Home

How And When To Use Tactile Fabrics Within The Home

What Is Organza? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Organza? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Corduroy? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Corduroy? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Suede? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Suede? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Taffeta? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Taffeta? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Silk? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Silk? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Damask? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Damask? How To Use It In your Home

What Is Chenille? How To Use It In Your Home

What Is Chenille? How To Use It In Your Home

How To Use Fabric To Update Your Home Accessories

How To Use Fabric To Update Your Home Accessories

How To Update Furnishings Using Fabrics

How To Update Furnishings Using Fabrics

How And When To Use Wool Within Your Home

How And When To Use Wool Within Your Home

How To Use Fabric To Make Your Own Curtains

How To Use Fabric To Make Your Own Curtains

How To Know If A Fabric Can Be Used For Upholstery Projects

How To Know If A Fabric Can Be Used For Upholstery Projects

A Guide To Upholstery: Where To Start

A Guide To Upholstery: Where To Start

Eco-Awareness – Use Of Natural Fabrics

Eco-Awareness – Use Of Natural Fabrics

Making the best use of your voiles

Making the best use of your voiles

Understanding Voile Fabric And When To Use It

Understanding Voile Fabric And When To Use It

How To Choose The Right Curtain Fabric

How To Choose The Right Curtain Fabric

What To Look For With Children's Fabrics

What To Look For With Children's Fabrics