Traceable Designer Ornate-Scalloped Style Lambrequin Video Tutorial

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This video tutorial includes step-by-step instructions for making the Traceable Designer no-sew ornate-scalloped style DIY lambrequin valance. Step-by-step instructions include how to make side panels, center, and connecter panels. Learn how to make two side panels at the same time using the folded fabric edge. Side panel sizing adjust information for both length and width is included. You will learn also how to make center and connecter panels to hang with the valance side panels. *Valance includes a 3" rod pocket.
Traceable Designer no-sew lambrequin valance kit includes three traceable valance design form styles. The no-sew lambrequin home decorating kit offers an easy way to create beautiful custom DIY Lambrequin valances without sewing! Traceable Designer no-sew lambrequin valances are easy to make and easy to hang! Select fabric to match your decor then use the included fusible fabric backing to add lining to your fabric section. Position the no-sew lambrequin valance design form over the prepared fabric section then trace around the edges. Cut out panels, iron on trim, and make easy no-sew rod hanging pockets. Slip the completed panels on a standard metal curtain rod and hang! The completed custom valance panels will be stiff and crisp, fully lined, and look professionally designed. Make any number of panels to fit your window size. Traceable Designer lambrequin valance kit is available at www.traceabledesigner.com, amazon.com/traceabledesigner, Wayfair, Walmart.com, Etsy, and Michaels.com

[@Poetessa2]

Hi there! I'm just waiting for my lining before I get cracking!! Before I begin, do you have any suggestions to make an ornate Lambrequin even more ornate, authentic formal early 19th century Victorian? Could I combine two types of ornate fabrics in one Lambrequin? I also was wondering if I could use a stiffer lining to give the Lambrequin that traditional stiff appearance. Or use an iron- on stiff interfacing or starch the lining? The original Lambrequins seem to be mounted to a very stiff backing. I want there to be a real contrast between the stiffness of the Lambrequin and soft flow to the Austrian Shade or gathered drapery panels.
To give another layer of depth, can I add a rod behind the Lambrequin with a few swags so you just see the bottom of them? Or a swag that begins in the back but comes forward and sewn to the front of the Lambrequin...or pleated and ironed on with the tape.
Or bring a lighter sheer fabric through an opening in the top part of the Lambrequin and gather it to the front and side with a high tassel tie back? I've seen these looks in Vintage pictures but not 100% sure how to execute the look!!
This is for a formal dining room so the fabrics will be ornate in reds and golds damask/brocade/ chenille and velvet and I'd like to add gold rope, iron on brocade embellishments like you would add to a wedding dress...only not white and more in keeping with drapery embroidery style Fancy fringe and or tassel, beaded trim and some other ornate embellishments like crystal strands, vintage large gold metal tie backs....
But was wondering if you had any suggestions I could do to the pattern itself or by combining 2 or more patterns like the cornice or the pleated swags and jabots with a multi layer look to give it a very authentic 19th century ornate look. My home is historical and will be going on the market soon so I really want it to show well and authentic for the style of the home.
I was trying to figure out if I could somehow incorporate a long fancy jabot to one side with beautiful lining that I could also use for the divider scarves maybe. I'm thinking for one window to do a simple arched Lambrequin in the interior of the window frame with an Austrian shade and then do an ornate board mounted swag and jabot valance higher up to cover all the window mouldings and give the upper valance a good height above the window, I've got the ceiling height and the ornate style of the room to carry it.
I've got so many ideas, yet this is my first time ever doing drapes on my own. I used to have them custom made but the prices are just insane!! I think this will be a good match though, especially because I'm just learning how to sew and not ready to take on such a huge project!! Any ideas would be appreciated!!

[@TraceableDesigner]

Wow that all sounds amazing! I would suggest using a heavier fabric to create extra stiffness and then add a heavy lining as well. The edge trim will also add weight to the panels. Another trick is to add a pocket to the lower inside edge of the side panels then slip in a drapery weight. Use the included fusible backing with lining for the best results. The panels will be stiff and easy to cut out, but you may need to sew the rod pocket across the bottom edge to secure as it may be difficult to fuse through the heavy layers. You do have my phone number included in your kit so please reach out to me by phone or text to discuss ideas! I can't wait to see your completed valance! You can post pictures on Amazon by clicking the review button at the bottom of the product detail page!

[@Poetessa2]

​@@TraceableDesigner Thanks so much for responding! Yes, the fabric I'll be using is rather thick upholstery fabric for the most part which I think will be absolutely gorgeous for the Lambrequin style and nice and firm. And I will be adding heavier trim and tassels as opposed to just braid or gimp for a more formal look so the added weight should be sufficient. I'm combing the internet to find a nice stiff lining for the Lambrequins and if I have any issues with it not sticking because of the thickness, I have a hot glue gun for extra back up! I know I'm pushing the envelope a bit but I think it will work great! I did order a beautiful silky lining for the jabots in a nice contrast colour because it's visible. I also found a gorgeous leopard fabric! I'm not sure what to do with it and where but I think it will be fabulous!
And because I LOVE your products SO MUCH, I just ordered the whole multiple style kit from your website, so I can maybe play around with different combinations depending on the room, I have several windows I need to do, I'm so excited to get started!! And I may make a few for friends and family! I had no idea you also have children's kits...I may buy one of those too for a baby in the family! They are so cute!!
I think you may be guessed this already but decadent draperies are a bit of an obsession of mine! lol As soon as I get my lining I'll be off to the races and will be very happy to share my pictures with you. I'll see how I can add weights at the bottom but I may not need them. I will definitely give you a shout if I run into any issues but I watched all your videos and you've explained everything really well.
The one thing I'm grappling with is traditionally Lambrequins, in the Victorian era were mounted in the interior of the very tall window casings with very long side panels, usually when the windows had beautiful mouldings to show off...which mine don't. So, I'm trying to decide if I'm going to get super crazy and mount Lambrequins inside and then do a fancy valance higher up with jabots to join two side by side windows and have drapery panels on the outside at each end. Or make a relaxed Roman or Austria shade with a decorative valance with an inside mount and do the Lambrequins on the outside with enough width to add the drapery panels behind them pulled back with tassel tie backs. I'm trying to create a really authentic multi-layered Victorian look. I'll sort it out and send you the final outcome! Sorry for the ramble, I'm just a wee bit stoked!! lol