Window Valances

My mother-in-laws request for Christmas this year was valances.  Her windows are 40" wide, so I made them according to that size.

Supplies: (Makes 2)

• 2 yards of fabric
• 2 yards of white backing (since the fabric I chose was see-through)
• Thread

Directions:

1. Cut patterned and backing fabric so you have 2 pieces measuring 18"x2yards
2. Line up the patterned fabric and sew a hem in the middle (connect your 2 patterned pieces). Do the same with your backing.
3. Sew together the long sides of the patterned and backing fabrics - RIGHT SIDES TOGETHER
4. Turn rights sides out.  Iron.
5. Fold the ends over 1/4" two times and hem.
6. Fold the top of the fabric down 3". (You are making the pouch for the rod to go through.
7. Make sure your pouch is straight and sew two seams, leaving about 1.5" in between for the rod to go through.

Approximate Cost:

$15-$20