DIY Window Valance Using A Table Runner

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Let me show you how to turn a table runner into a DIY window valance in just 10 minutes. No sewing required! This is one of the quickest ways to add charm to a window without spending much or covering up all that natural light.

Back in our old house, we had a little blue powder room right off the kitchen that needed something on the window. It was a smaller window, so I didn’t want anything bulky or heavy. This simple valance was the perfect solution.

DIY Window Valance No Sew

During the painting project, I picked up a few accessories but couldn’t find a window valance that was suitable.

The window is an awkward size. Most of the window valances that I found in the store were either the wrong size or didn’t look good.

As I was wrapping up the project I was totally annoyed because the darn window was still naked. Then it dawned on me, I had purchased this adorable table runner a few weeks ago from Home Goods.

Mainly because it was cute and cheap, not realizing at the time, it was would be my window  in the bathroom!

Materials Needed

• Table Runner (or whatever you are turning into a valance)
• Stitch Witchery
• Curtain Rod

DIY Window Valance Ideas

Making valances for windows doesn’t need to be difficult or expensive.

In under 10 minutes, I had a gorgeous modern valance and my window looked amazing!

First, lay out your table runner on a flat surface.

I originally intended to use drapery rods to hang the valance but didn’t like the look so I opted to create a hem/pocket using the stitch witchery.

The pocked allowed me to slide the rod through. I didn’t want to cut my table runner (you never know when I might need it on the table) so I used the entire length.

Feel free to cut yours to the desired length.

 I used a hot iron with steam to adhere the stitch witchery to the runner.

Making valances for windows using table runners is not only quick but very affordable.

Be sure to check out the rest of the bathroom makeover for more tips, color inspiration and of course, the before pictures.

We love our DIY window valance and the best part is was quick and was no sew!

More DIY Curtain Ideas:

• diy burlap curtains that hang perfectly
• diy outdoor curtain rod for our covered deck
• no sew diy coastal white curtains