A curtain valance is designed to hang or drape over your curtain and conceal curtain rods, as well as add texture and elegance to the room. Curtain valances typically look like smaller versions of a curtain and come in many different styles: flowing, draped, hanging, or bunched fabric. There are many types of curtain valances available, some slide directly onto a curtain rod, some hang from the top of hangers, and others simply drape across wall tabs. No matter what type of curtain valance you choose, you�ll have the opportunity to experiment with different colors, textures, and fabrics (flowery, lacey, and otherwise) to accent and enhance the look of your curtains and your room. When choosing curtain valances for your curtains, you�re not limited to fabric. Curtain valances certainly don�t have to be the same fabric as the curtain itself. You may choose ribbons, beads, bows, and any other ornamental draperies to add a sophisticated feel to your room.
Shirred Window Valance: One of the simpler styles of curtain valance, the shirred valance is a great simple compliment to kitchen windows.Alexa MacDonald has done everything in her power (including changing her name) to conceal her humble socio-economic background from high society. Her ambitious eyes have always been on one prize - marriage to a man with money and aristocracy. Polly Stevenson, meanwhile, is recovering from a broken heart. A student of archaeology at Oxford University, beautiful and good-natured, Polly is a sharp contrast to her scheming, selfish schoolmate Alexa.Scarf Window Valance: Typically draped over the perimeter of the window and over curtain knobs or tabs, scarf window valances are a very easy way to make your home look classic and elegant. No curtain rod necessary.Balloon Window Valance: Balloon window valances offer a very delicate look and are perfect for nurseries or children�s rooms.This is a rich portrayal of English family life throughout this tumultuous century, told by an acutely observant writer.USE YOUR IMAGINATION TO CREATE YOUR VERY OWN LOOKAs you can see, Lace Curtains can be highly personalized to create the very look that makes your home warm and inviting We are not finished yet. Let's think even more outside of the box. What if you have a curved top window. That's easy. Just find a solid metal rod and bend it to the same contour as your window frame and use the same designs we just discussed. How about another idea. If you have two corner windows you have the option of treating them as one window or two windows. You can mount separate curtains on each window or as in the picture above you can make the two windows look like one giving the effect of a much larger window.
The possibilities are endless. Add your own additions to window valances you�ve purchased, such as hems, ribbons, or fringe to bring some of your own style into a room. Consider purchasing different types of curtain valances and mixing and matching�try hanging two at once to achieve a unique look. Choose either a double curtain rod that anchors to the wall under the curtains, or a spring curtain rod for ease and convenience. These rods can be adjusted as you wish to achieve the look you want.
Author: Erica Ronchetti
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