Fall fluffing

With pumpkins and mums everywhere I look, it's hard not to get into the fall spirit. My normally summery looking home is making a slow transition into warmer tones and a snugglier vibe. Those cheery, breezy curtains in my kitchen needed an autumn counterpart, so I used what I had to give my window a whole new look.

Luckily, the width burlap I had in my fabric stash was the exact size I needed for my window. I taped two pieces of cardboard together for this template.

Although I used cream paint for the first coat, I went back with black paint on top. The cream was too light, but it gave a good base for the top coat.

After all the paint is dry, trim it with scissors and you'll have a finished edge.

A simple seam at the top made it easy to slide the existing rod right onto the valance. When finished, it adds another layer of rustic charm to our shabby little cottage. And all without spending a penny out of pocket!

Posted at Hooked on Houses , The Inspired Room & Kimba's DIY Day