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The Soft Furnishings Book

Author : Terence Conran

Publisher :

Page : 224 pages

File Size : 26,41 MB

Release : 2000-11-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781850298076

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Book Description

"He offers specific, easy-to-follow instructions for sewing tie-on dining chair covers that chichi caterers use. Other do-it-yourself highlights include directions for creating table napkins with zigzag borders, sofa cushions with scalloped edges, and roulea-edged pillowcases. Best of all, the instructions are accessible and use widely available materials. If you can't stitch a hem, you can always share this resourceful book with your favorite seamstress. All the ideas embrace Conran's signature contemporary, continental, and simple design ethos."--"Better Homes and Gardens."



The Complete Book of Soft Furnishings

Author : Karen Coetzee

Publisher :

Page : 160 pages

File Size : 35,67 MB

Release : 1997

Category : Draperies

ISBN : 9781859744666

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Book Description

An invaluable reference and hands-on book which shows how to achieve smart and stylish soft furnishings. It covers everything you need to know about planning, measuring, estimating fabric and making successful soft furnishings.



Illustrated Guide to Sewing Home Furnishings

Author : Fox Chapel Publishing

Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing

Page : 148 pages

File Size : 39,28 MB

Release : 2010-12-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1607650266

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Book Description

With the expert sewing techniques shared in this book, anyone can create home-made soft furnishings with a designer's flair.



The Practical Encyclopedia of Soft Furnishings

Author : Dorothy Wood

Publisher : Lorenz Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 37,71 MB

Release : 2000

Category : Draperies

ISBN : 9780754806349

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Book Description

-- A beautiful reference guide to making soft furnishings for every room of your home. -- 100 stylish projects to make include stunning window treatments, removable, loose chair covers, plump scatter cushions, and crisp household linen. -- Each chapter contains simple projects suitable for a novice, as well as challenging ideas for the more experienced. Step-by-step instructions lead you through the stages from planning to stitching, as well as caring for the finished item. -- Illustrated with over 800 stunning colour photographs, including many inspirational ideas from today's leading fabric designers.



Complete Book of Soft Furnishings

Author : Hilary More

Publisher : HarperCollins Publishers

Page : 212 pages

File Size : 39,9 MB

Release : 2004

Category : Architecture

ISBN : 9780007191857

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Book Description

Helps you create everything from cushions and household linens to curtains, blinds and covers.



Simple Soft Furnishings

Author : Katrin Cargill

Publisher :

Page : 192 pages

File Size : 37,14 MB

Release : 2004

Category : Bedding

ISBN : 9781844001156

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Book Description

In this book, Katrin Cargill has created an irresistible range of over 50 projects for all the core soft furnishings that you could ever want for your home. Beautiful cushions and bolsters; clever treatments for windows; gorgeous bed and table linens and stylish seating ideas are all shown with straightforward step-by-step instructions.





The Home Furnishings Workbook

Author : Maureen Whitemore

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 47,75 MB

Release : 1999

Category : Cornices

ISBN : 9781890379001

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Book Description

An authoritive guide to solving all of your home furnishing problems with more than 100 professional techniques and 35 projects. From creating goblet-pleated curtains and a classic Roman blind to forming pinch pleats and tying curtain cords, this detailed book will guide you through the most simple and the most intricate of projects. Beginning with planning and design, this book has all the basics including: fitting, cutting, measuring, calculating, joining, stitching and pressing. And whether decorating the bedroom windows, adding floral chair covers in the kitchen or creating some cushions for the living room couch, Home Furnishings Workbook is a must have for every aspiring do-it-yourself decorator.



Dream Windows

Author : Charles T. Randall

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Page : 0 pages

File Size : 43,17 MB

Release : 2003

Category : Blinds

ISBN : 9781890379018

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Book Description

There's no limit to what readers may create with this guide to window decorating ideas. Illustrations. Dream Windows is both unique and complete in it's scope of window decorting ideas. One glance and you will be inspired as you marvel at the information contained in its pages. Whether looking for designer window treatments or something out of the ordinary, you will find it in Dream Windows. The exquisite guide is simpley stunning in not only the beauty and detail of its illustrations, but also in its wealth of window decorating ideas. You will be encouraged to bring together draperies and swage, add dramatic fringe to cascades or place an arched valance atop a set of wooden shutters. And guided by the brilliance that fills each page, there is no limit to what you may create.



Country Quilts and Soft Furnishings

Author : Cheryl Fall

Publisher : Sterling Publishing (NY)

Page : 152 pages

File Size : 37,17 MB

Release : 1994

Category : Architecture

ISBN : 9780806904337

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Book Description

Capture autumnal magic with an apple harvest kitchen set, or, for summer refreshment, make a watermelon table runner. Every item in this fanciful, collection can be machine-appliquid and quilted--even a new sewer can be successful using these precise patterns and encouraging instructions. "A good book for beginners."-- "Craft Digest . 144 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 11.