Giving a contemporary window a vintage look can be quite a challenge.

We love the natural light this window provides, but wanted to soften the look a bit.

It took a while to find fabric we liked, but finally found this great stripe called Belle Isle Stripe (Dove) from Fabric.com. The off-white lower panels are from Ikea and have a beautiful natural weave.  Ikea has the best neutral curtains for a great price. The long panels were cut and hemmed to fit.  Right now they are tied with simple twine.  Think this is temporary…maybe change to a burlap ribbon???

This peaceful cafe stye valance is easily created using two long boards. The one at the ceiling is a 1×2 and the fabric is stapled on.  The lower board is a 1×4 and the fabric drapes over it.  Just love how the valance reaches the ceiling.

This is our pup’s favorite spot…he can watch the whole neighborhood. We call it DogTV.