About This Book: This collection of projects and techniques is a comprehensive guide to sewing fabric decor for the home. It includes a variety of unique designer pillows with lots of ideas for personalizing them. Window treatment projects cover a wide range of styles and forms, from tried-and-true pinch-pleated draperies to fun-and-funky triangle pointed valances; some that require minimal sewing and others that are a bit more elaborate.
There are styles suitable for every room in the house, every skill level, with valuable information about window treatment hardware and installation. Slipcovering techniques also run the gamut from casual quick and easy to formal fitted, with expert advice for achieving professional-quality results. As an added bonus, each section includes pertinent information on selecting fabrics, working with patterns and colors, and developing a personal decorating style.
Highlights: A comprehensive guide that covers all aspects of sewing for the home.
Includes a wide range of styles; suitable for all decorating schemes.
Covers a range of skill levels-includes something for everyone.
Features step-by-step photos and concise directions for every project,
with inspiring ideas for variations.
Eliminates the need for expensive patterns. Measuring and cutting directions are part of each project.
Includes information on window hardware options and resources for locating the right components for each job.
