Like other curtains, tie-backs are long and loose when they’re blocking light, but as the name suggests, they’re tied back in the middle when you don’t need to block light. They’re a versatile window treatment option and what you use to tie back the curtain, from fabric to a horseshoe holder to corded ribbon, is entirely up to you. Read on for tie back curtain ideas you’ll love for creative ways to tie back your curtains, for those times when you want a little extra light.