Welcome to my showcase of design ideas and inspiration for custom home décor, flattering window treatments and other soft furnishings. I have been blessed by being invited into many beautiful homes and meeting the nicest people. I am among the fortunate few who truly enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding profession. Thank you for looking at my work.
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Two different sheer fabrics were used to create this window treatment giving a unique look.
This window covering allows maximum light while at the same time gives privacy when needed with the overall look being that of an ornate iron gate.
When you are deciding on the style of the window treatment, consider the type of window you have. Some window treatments may not be suitable for the for the type of window you have. Some windows slide up and down, some slide sideways and still others swing in and out. You need to select window treatments that will not interfere with opening and closing the windows or the hardware that operates the windows. Roman shades are ideal for these casement windows especially in this bay window. During the day they are up and out of the way, letting in the sunshine and views, while at night they can be closed, or lowered, for the privacy needed. Made from a neutral linen, the black banding gives that dramatic contrast and architectural interest. A matching roman shade is hung over the kitchen sink.
A button back valance is a variation on the box pleated valance. It offers contrasting pleated flaps and covered buttons. This window treatment has elegant lines that work beautifully in a casual, informal decor style. Really a look of tailored simplicity. Box pleat valances are the perfect topper, hang them alone above a window for a decorative flair or pair them with drapes. This button back valance features contrasting fabric inside of each box pleat. The corners of the box pleats are buttoned back to reveal the fabric inside. You can customize your box pleated valance to your exact specifications. Customize the length, width and number of pleats. This valance is made with two face fabrics… your main fabric on the front of your valance (here we used a floral)… and then a contrasting or complementary fabric on the inside of the box pleats (a check was used). The number of pleats and the spaces between them varies, depending on the size of the window, the desired valance length and other design considerations. In some cases, it may be desirable to align pleats with existing divisions in the window space created by moldings or mullions. You may also want to consider the fabric you are using. In this instance we repeated a large motif in each space between the pleats.
You’ll reveal the inside fabric by pinning back the corners of the box pleat with buttons. This is also the box pleated valance pattern you would want if you are planning on making a 2-fabric box pleated valance…. just don’t button back the corners.
This button back box pleated valance is installed onto a dust board… and you can easily modify these instructions to make a window valance of any size… and with as few or as many box pleats as you’d like.
Notice that pillows were made out of the contrasting check fabric. Scraps were used to create a pattern and piping was added from the floral fabric giving the pillows a unique, custom design. A covered button cinched in the middle ties in the style of the valance..
Why cover such a gorgeous view, instead frame it. A pleated scalloped valance covers the drapery hardware but does not hinder the view. Drapery panels give privacy when needed but pull off to the sides when not.
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by Susan Dorbeck