Before you set out to choose a fabric it is essential to consider, as well as the colour and pattern, the type of wear it will get, the "handle" or draping quality, the ease of care and cleaning, and the safety factor - whether it is flame-resistant. The whole process of curtain making should be a pleasure from choosing the fabric to the final press, but because of the amount of fabric involved it can often be a daunting task. Because curtains can make such an impact, it's vitally important to choose the right style.