'The Encyclopaedia of Curtains' Description
A unique reference book bursting with inspirational full colour photographs and over 600 line diagrams. Together with the step-by-step instructions it is THE indispensable curtain-making guide - it has sold more than 30,000 copies worldwide! With graded projects and skills from Quick & Easy to elaborate Swags and Tails, many techniques are explained here for the first time.
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Title: The Encyclopaedia of Curtains |
Illustrations & Other Content Notes: 158 col., 622 b.&w. |
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Publication Date: 03/01/1998 |
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Edition: illustrated edition |
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'The Encyclopaedia of Curtains' Contents: Part 1 Looking back: glimpses of the past. Part 2 A wider choice: style and design portfolio; fabric glossary; choosing tracks, poles and other fittings. Part 3 Curtains, tops & blinds: guidelines; quick & easy - no sew; get ready to sew; curtains of all kinds; decorative headings; finishing touches; tops 1 - scarf drapery, pelmets & valances; tops 2 - traditional swags & tails; tie-backs; blinds of all kinds; remaking curtains. Part 4 Beds & everything else: beds; tablecloths; cushions. Part 5 Installation & fitting: fitting and hanging; care and cleaning. Suppliers directory.
Catherine Merrick and her sister Rebecca Day turned a mutual love of soft furnishings into a successful, top quality curtain making company, now recognised by fellow professionals and magazine readers alike. Their range of books are based on practical knowledge and experience. They are both in demand for lectures and in addition hold frequent curtain making workshops and have been featured in many major magazines in the field of interior design.