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Versatile Valances
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.

 


Queen Anne Valance For Old World elegance,
the Queen Anne valance
utilizes pinched "pleats"
to create a scalloped lower edge.


Fabric gathers onto parallel rods
to create the easy
pouf valance,
flaunting self ruffles and
a pert, poufy look.

Pouf Valance


Swag & Jabots Elegant swags
flanked by undulating jabots
create a formal finish,
perfect over sheers or alone.


For simplistic drama,
the scarf valance drapes
a window with ease.

Scarf Valance


Balloon Valance The balloon valance
mounts onto a wide
continental rod,
adding a tailored finish
to a soft, dimensional topper.



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