Learn how to make a fabric covered window cornice.
Diy fabric cornices for windows.
In this way cornices provide a more structured window treatment option than valences do while also creating interest through the fabric that you use.
I found that pining the fabric in place worked best for me.
Cut 4 pieces of foam board 3 inches wide.
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Instructions measure the width of the window that the cornice will hang over.
Determine the height of the cornice and cut the foam.
Flip your cornice over and smooth out any lumps.
Now it s time to cover it.
First cut your batting to wrap around the entire board with enough extra fabric to be able to pin your fabric in place.
1 12 or 1 10 white wood board cut to the width of your window frame plus 4 inches saw or have your wood cut to length at the store batting fabric of choice fabric adhesive or glue gun pocket hole jig and 1 1 4 pocket screws to attach the side pieces to the front piece l shapes.
There is no hanging fabric.
To do this put your fabric right side down and place the tacky front of your board on the wrong side of the fabric.
Add 3 inches to each side of the measurement 6 inches.
Cut a piece of foam board to the width of the window plus 6 inches.
Instead a cornice is an upholstered board that is attached to the wall above your window.
Here is my completed cornice for my kitchen window.