First Time Window Treatments
Quarry Books (Verlag)
978-1-63159-785-5 (ISBN)
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Learning how to plan, make, and install your own beautiful curtains, drapes, shades, and other window decor may sound daunting, but with the expert, step-by-step guidance of Susan Woodcock in First Time Window Treatments, your goal is within reach.
Like having your very own sewing instructor at your side, First Time Window Treatments guides you expertly through the process, including:
Measuring your windows and selecting fabric
Fundamental techniques of cutting, seaming, hemming, and adding frills and trims
Making basic styles of curtains, shades, blinds, and top treatments
Essential tips and tools for installation
There’s a first time for everything. First Time Window Treatmentswill help you decorate your windows with your own stylish designs.
Susan Woodcock owns HomeDecGal.com, a how-to sewing and decorating resource and workroom. She credits her mother for teaching her to sew, leading to a career of creativity. She began teaching professionally in 2003, and is currently a Craftsy.com instructor. She has also worked in marketing and brand management, and is co-producer of the Custom Workroom Conference with her husband, Rodger Walker. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina.
contents
Introduction 6
GETTING STARTED 9
Setting Up a Workspace 10
Tools and Supplies 11
FUNDAMENTAL TECHNIQUES 17
Working with Fabrics 18
making covered welt cord 28
Understanding Fullness 29
Cord Safety 30
CURTAINS AND DRAPERIES 33
Making a Basic Curtain Panel 34
Grommet Curtain 38
Wave Curtain with Clip-On Ring 44
Gathered Curtain Styles 50
Pleated Curtain Styles 60
SHADES AND BLIND S 73
Basic Roman Shade 74
Relaxed Roman Shade 84
TOP TREATMENTS 91
Gathered Valance 92
Upholstered Soft Cornice with Inset Banding 98
INSTALLATION 109
Types of Hardware 110
Mounting Boards 111
Installation Tools and Tips 119
Hanging and Dressing Window Treatments 122
Glossary 123
Resources 124
about the author 125
Index 126
| Erscheinungsdatum | 26.07.2019 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | First Time |
| Zusatzinfo | 200 color photos |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 216 x 279 mm |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Freizeit / Hobby ► Hausbau / Einrichten / Renovieren |
| Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Freizeit / Hobby ► Kreatives Gestalten | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-63159-785-X / 163159785X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-63159-785-5 / 9781631597855 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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