Draperies are more popular than ever. This style stays on-trend by combining a Euro pleated drapery with an attached valance. Proportions depend on your window. Generally the valance should be about 1/5th the length of the drapery. But it's custom! A scale drawing will help you to decide what the length of the valance should be. The valance can be made for a matching, or contrast fabric. Imagine two colors, or a sheer valance over a solid linen or silk drapery. The valan

In Parts I and II of this topic, I covered sateen, dimout and blackout linings, which are the linings you see from the outside. (See Linings and Interlinings Part I and Linings and Interlinings Part II). What about the lining on the inside? Yes, lining on the inside or interlining, an added layer of material that can serve several different purposes. Flannel Interlining The most common interlining is flannel. Flannel is a cotton, napped fabric available in white, natural