This creates the canopy effect.
Tulle hanging from ceiling.
Lightweight fabrics work best so to start look to tulle or sheer and semisheer fabrics especially linens cottons and silks.
If draped across a ceiling it gives the room a cozy and dressed up effect.
Its light and airy look can add a dash of fantasy to any room.
The best way to attach the tulle to the wall is to use peel and stick wall hooks.
Or long strips that reach from the center of the room to the edge.
Whether you want to hide an ugly ceiling provide subtle ambiance for a party or recreate the feel of the casbah hanging fabric from the ceiling can add new dimensions to your décor.
And double that so it ll be full enough to gather.
Once you ve positioned the tulle create the same fan effect and staple against the ceiling medallion or lighting fixture.
Hanging tulle from the ceiling.
Measure from the ceiling to the floor or wherever.
Tulle is also incredibly lightweight and easy to keep in place.
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That s the length you ll need.
When you hang the tulle you will want to drape it so it is attached to the wall every 2 to 3 feet.
The basic formula for gathering if it s fabric for dress making or curtains is one and a half times the width to double the width of the area for a fuller look my favorite.
Outside of making her wedding cake this one task was the thing i was the most nervous about.
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Pull the tulle section you just stapled over to the chandelier medallion or lighting fixture letting it droop about 10 11 from the ceiling.
Many a night i found myself wide awake at 2 00 am trying to figure out how i was going to get it to work.
While the tulle itself is sufficient decoration in most cases hanging lights with the tulle brings out an atmosphere of beauty sophistication and elegance.
Sew together sections of tulle by hand as needed to create one single sheet of tulle to hang from the ceiling like a canopy.
Tulle makes a great decoration for a party special event or even daily use.
To completely transform the space i knew i was going to have to learn the secrets of ceiling draping and for the walls as well.
This will prevent the lights from weighing down the tulle.