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Post by julgould on Nov 19, 2013 1:07:02 GMT
In the Shawl Valance 9315 with center section D, is it possible to use contrast lining in the tail section only? If so, could the seam be hidden within the tail folds? I need to shorten the tails to about 24"long. I just ordered the pattern, so I don't have it yet.
The board sizes I need measure 36"w, 43"w and 53"w. The instructions on your site say pleats need to be added to hide seams (which I would need because more than 1 width is needed to cut valances in one piece). However, the photo on your site shows inverted pleats. Are more pleats needed in addition to the ones in the photo?
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Post by M'Fay Patterns Support Staff on Nov 19, 2013 15:49:17 GMT
Yes, you can add as many pleats as you want, whereever you want. You will understand that better when you get the pattern. Fold the tail using the paper pattern (look at the sketch on page 6, Step 10). You can clearly see where a seam could be placed to benefit the contrast lining for the tail. It would be where the straight valance stops and the taper begins. Draw that seam line on the pattern, allow for a seam allowance when cutting.
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Post by julgould on Nov 19, 2013 18:17:47 GMT
Thanks so much! I'm looking forward to receiving the pattern so I can estimate the fabric requirements. Unfortunately, the fabric can't be railroaded.
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Post by julgould on Jan 22, 2014 13:49:41 GMT
I'm finally making these valances for windows in adjoining rooms (1@33", 2@ 36", 2@43", 1@53") with the C center curve shape. I understand how to widen the pattern where the center & tail pieces meet and think that'll be fine for the 3 narrower valances, but should I widen the curves a bit for the 3 wider valances to be in better proportion to those windows? Or is the design intention to have the exact same curve no matter the valance width?
Window layout: 36"w, 53"w, 36"w on 1 wall, 2@ 43" on the adjacent wall/adjoining room, and 1 @ 34" in an adjoining stairway.
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Post by M'Fay Patterns Support Staff on Jan 22, 2014 14:38:11 GMT
A better choice is to keep the curve areas consistent in size.
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Post by julgould on Jan 22, 2014 15:01:10 GMT
Thanks!
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