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balloon shade

A fabric shade that puffs or "balloons" as the shade is raised.

cornice

A shallow, box-like structure, usually made of wood, fastened across the top of a window to conceal drapery hardware. Wood is covered in fabric.

pinch-pleat drapery

A traditional pleated drapery that is often used under a decorative top treatment, such as a valance, cornice or scarf.

puddling

A long panel that falls onto the floor creating a "puddle" of fabric.

scarf

A flowing fabric that is swagged or looped across the top of the window with free flowing panels down the sides. You may use a single scarf or several scarves in a symmetrical or asymmetrical design with a wooden or metal pole and sconces or scarf rings.

sconce

Decorative hardware used to hold a scarf, usually made of plaster, metal or wood.

swag & cascade

A fabric top treatment that drapes and overlaps across the face of a window, usually installed with side panels called cascades.

tab-top drapery

Fabric loops slip over rods, taking the place of rings. Use wood, metal poles or cafe rods.