Ruffled Valance

The renovation of my garden room was completed in December last year, but it took me a few months to get the curtain that I wanted. My daughter patiently accompanied me to drapery shops, though there were not that many in this little town of Ipoh.

I wanted something that allows light in, but at the same time shields the glary afternoon sun. I was apprehensive when my daughter suggested this grey fabric. I didn't like it when I hung it up, too dull, especially at night, when outside was dark.

The ordinary valance has pleats and this would make the curtain looks darker and heavier. I decided that the valance had to be light so as to brighten up the whole thing. I designed this after the ruffles we often see in a bridal gown.