Originally Posted by
Stitchit123
I have a set like made like this in my kitchen -took valance down- My window is 32 wide curtain is 48. The tabs are placed as follows =End tabs are 1 1/2 inch in from side hems then fold in 1/2 to place center tab - folded in 1/2 again are the next 2 tabs etc etc . Mine has 9 tabs but they are narrower then your picture and the fabric is not as heavy either. I like sunshine to be able to get through even if curtains are pulled. Sides and bottom hem's finish at 1 inch and the top is 2 1/2 inches finished. Hope this helps.
What LENGTH is the valance? It looks less than the 'normal' 14" valance. I was thinking that valance could be 'lined' by using the fabric you want for the bottom and top hems. I would cut the lining fabric to allow for the top & bottom 'hems', plus seams. You could sew the bottom seams first, measure the width you want for the 'hem', fold back and around to the top; turn under your seam and top stitch. What a nice looking curtain with so many possibilities.