Description
These are a pair of fully lined pencil pleat curtains in the Acorn Tonal design, a woven jacquard drawn from an authentic 1879 Morris pattern of acorn branches and hedgerow foliage. The pattern is not printed on but built into the weave itself, so the pale motif and the wedgewood blue ground shift in tone as the light moves across them. They come in a range of sizes, from 117 x 137cm up to 229 x 229cm, each measurement given as width per curtain by drop, so you can match a modest single window or a wide bay.
Pencil pleat is the most adaptable heading you can buy, which is why these suit almost any window. The gathered tape draws up onto standard hooks and sits equally well on a track or a pole, so they will move with you if you change your setup. The country floral reads beautifully in a living room or a bedroom, and here they sit against neutral walls with wooden furniture and a matching cushion, the sort of quiet, traditional room they were made for. Choose a width that is at least one and a half times your window so the fabric gathers into full folds rather than pulling flat.
The face and lining are both polyester, a hard-wearing fibre that holds its shape, resists creasing and drapes without sagging. The lining is what does the work here: it blocks light at the window and helps keep a room warmer through the evening. The matt jacquard has a soft, substantial feel rather than a sheen. Take the drop measurement carefully, from the top of your pole or track down to where you want the hem to fall, before you choose your size. The Acorn Tonal design shown here is the wedgewood blue colourway.
Specification
| Material |
100% polyester face and lining |
| Design |
Acorn Tonal, an 1879 Morris acorn branch pattern |
| Construction |
Woven jacquard, fully lined, five inch pencil pleat heading |
| Size |
117 x 137cm to 229 x 229cm (per pair, width per curtain x drop) |
| Sold as |
Pair of curtains |
Frequently Asked
Will these fit a track or a pole?
The pencil pleat heading gathers onto standard curtain hooks, so it works on either a track or a pole. Pick whichever you already have fitted.
How wide should my window be for these?
Sizes are given per curtain, so a pair covers double the stated width. Aim for a total of about one and a half times your window width for full gathers.
Do the curtains block out light?
They are fully lined, which blocks light at the window and helps hold warmth in the room. They are described as room darkening rather than full blackout.
What does jacquard mean here?
Jacquard means the acorn pattern is woven into the cloth rather than printed on top, so the design is part of the fabric and shows on the weave both sides.
How do I choose the right drop?
Measure from the top of your pole or track down to where you want the hem to finish, then match that figure to the second number in each size.