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Easy Valances
Easy Valances
> Easy Valances
>
> As the seasons change, we tend to want to change our
>window
> treatments. Candace has come up with a great
>decorating idea by
> creating versatile velcro valances. These are perfect
>when you are
> having trouble finding patterns or colors for window
>treatments. These
> valances can be made to custom match any decor. Also,
>what makes
> these valances so versatile is instead of using a
>curtain rod, just use
> double-stick tape or velcro on the back. They will
>stick anywhere you
> want to put them and the tape peels off easily for
>washing.
>What you will need:
>
> Choice of fabric - measure window prior to purchase
> Double-stick tape or velcro tabs
> Cotton crochet thread
> Sewing machine
> Tissue paper or plastic kitchen bags for filler
>
>
>How to do it:
>
>
> 1. Fold fabric in half and sew the edges together to
>make a seam.
>
>
> 2. Turn right side out and iron the seam. A good tip
>is to place a piece
> of tape along your fabric to use as a guide when you
>are sewing a
> straight line.
>
>
> 3. Place the crochet thread along the edge of the tape
>and sew using a
> zig-zag stitch. Do this along both edges of your tape.
>
>
> 4. Peel off the tape and gather the fabric by gently
>pulling both ends of
> the thread.
>
>
> 5. Attach the double-stick tape or velcro and hang.
>
>
> 6. To make the valance full, insert tissue or plastic
>bags into the hung
> valance. Fold the edges in, to complete the look.
>
>Copyright © 1997 International Family Entertainment, Inc.
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