How to Make Templates for Cornice Boards

Cornice boards are often used to frame or finish a window, providing decoration as well covering window hardware. The design of cornices can be simple or complex depending on the home owner’s preference. Before cutting and covering cornices, create a template to avoid wasting materials. With a little imagination and the proper materials, you can easily sketch and create your own template for cornice boards.

Steel tape measure
Pencil
Roll of butcher’s paper
Scissors

Instructions

- 1
  Determine the style and shape of your cornice boards. Search magazines or the Internet to gather ideas.
- 2
  Measure the length of the window using a steel tape measure to determine the length of the cornice.
- 3
  Measure the depth of the outside window casing using the steel tape measure.
- 4
  Determine the depth needed for the cornice. If the cornice will not cover draperies, add 4 inches to the outside casing measurement obtained from Step 3. If the cornice will cover draperies, add 10 inches to the outside casing measurement.
- 5
  Roll out the butcher’s paper on a flat surface. Use the steel tape measure and a pencil to mark the length onto the butcher’s paper needed for the cornice board.
- 6
  Sketch out the design with a pencil onto the butcher’s paper for the cornice. Include the depth measurement when sketching your template.
- 7
  Cut out the template with scissors.

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