Now that I’ve picked my favorite from the paper mockups, it’s time to make the pleated draperies for real.
I’m using my vintage Millie August Magic Mini pleating tool. I have a post on the process here. The only difference was this time I used Fray Check along all the edges since the fabric wanted to fray just looking at it.
I’ve set them aside to dry until I’m ready for them…should have a good pleat by then. I’ll likely spray them once I remove them from the pleater so they keep their shape, but for now it keeps them out of the way to leave them in the pleater.
Here’s how it looks installed in Otter Cove. The valance is made from scrap wood and covered in fabric. The valance is glued to the wall, but the drapery panel just slips into place underneath so it can be removed for cleaning or replacement.
