Versatile Valances
By Laurie Baker
Ben Bladel Illustrations
New window accents will give your home a fresh look. Consider adding one of the following
top treatments to turn a pair of plain curtains into a decorator's delight. Or let the
topper stand alone so you can enjoy the maximum amount of natural light. |
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For Old World elegance,
the Queen Anne valance
utilizes pinched "pleats"
to create a scalloped lower edge.
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Fabric gathers onto parallel rods
to create the easy pouf
valance,
flaunting self ruffles and
a pert, poufy look.
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Elegant swags
flanked by undulating jabots
create a formal finish,
perfect over sheers or alone.
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For simplistic drama,
the scarf valance drapes
a window with ease.
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The balloon valance
mounts onto a wide
continental rod,
adding a tailored finish
to a soft, dimensional topper.
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