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This is a new title to add to the well established and highly regarded "Professional" series. Aimed at those who already have basic skills but are now thinking of doing an intermediate course on the subject or starting up their own business, this book offers expert advice on all aspects of soft furnishings. Whether you hope to develop your passion into a rewarding career or simply want to add finishing touches your own home, this book will show you how to produce schemes and specify effectively for them. Colours and fabrics are all covered, along with window treatments, chair coverings and household linen. Create bright, fresh items for your home and be inspired by the beautiful projects featured, all broken down into easy-to-follow steps: chairs, tables, beds, curtains and window treatments are all considered. As with all the books in the series, a basics section at the front takes you through all the essential techniques, which are clearly explained and illustrated with step-by-step photographs.
About the Author
After twenty years working in the film industry, Wendy returned to her love of upholstery and soft furnishings. After gaining her professional qualifications she worked on private commissions before going into teaching. She now runs her own upholstery and soft furnishings training centre in Hertfordshire where she takes great delight in encouraging and developing a new generation of professional craftsmen and women. Wendy is a Fellow and Director of Training for the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers. She is also a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Upholsters charged with improving skills within the crafts.
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the ideal book for competant sewers who want the knowledge to improve their soft furnishing projects.
All instructions are accompanied by clear photographs of each step so very easy to follow.
There is a great section at the front which gives information on tools of the trade and specific techniques which you will need to know.
I am sure that this book will be one I will continue to revisit in the future whenever I tackle curtains, blinds etc
All instructions are accompanied by clear photographs of each step so very easy to follow.
There is a great section at the front which gives information on tools of the trade and specific techniques which you will need to know.
I am sure that this book will be one I will continue to revisit in the future whenever I tackle curtains, blinds etc
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I looked for a book like this for some time. I already have some experience with making cushions and curtains and I like to explore and learn more by being self-taught.
In this book I particularly like the explanation of the sundry materials (lining and interlining), types of threads and their use, types of tracks, poles, baten systems. There are a lot of useful tips, clear steps with pictures and you know exactly what you are doing without feeling stuck as I did with some other books. And I wish I had this book when I was joining piping together (flanged cords) for this first time, the book makes it so easy to understand. Also, this is the first book I've come across that shows how to make a firm pelmet using plywood.
This book is worth buying, it is written with care.
In this book I particularly like the explanation of the sundry materials (lining and interlining), types of threads and their use, types of tracks, poles, baten systems. There are a lot of useful tips, clear steps with pictures and you know exactly what you are doing without feeling stuck as I did with some other books. And I wish I had this book when I was joining piping together (flanged cords) for this first time, the book makes it so easy to understand. Also, this is the first book I've come across that shows how to make a firm pelmet using plywood.
This book is worth buying, it is written with care.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am a professional curtain maker, and intended to order this book when it came out last year. I make it my business to keep up with the latest publications, and I am very pleased with this one. Very clear and concise instructions, unlike so many glossy coffee-table books in the genre. Tells you what you need to know.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Wonderful!
I have made many curtains in the past and wanted to make some with a more professional look. This book answers all my questions: the instructions are clear and are brilliantly... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Gail
disappointed
Very disappointed with the techniques shown in this book. It looks very outdated with unprofessional finishes. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Polly
great for curtains and more
Until recently, I would not call myself good at machine sewing. I used to knit in sewing classes at school. Yet I have made curtains at least twice. Read more
Published 9 months ago by K. Platt
Not really for the DIY-er
Ordered this book as I am redoing soft furnishings in our lounge. I am experienced at sewing, but wanted something that would help decipher some of the terms and methods I had... Read more
Published 14 months ago by martha jones
Soft Furnishings
This is great book, if you have a bit of an understanding of sewing then this is a great book to refer back to and start you making great looking soft furnishings... Read more
Published 14 months ago by charliechocolate
An Excellent refresher for the skilled soft furnisher
I first took to sewing when I was just 6 years old; firstly making toys then clothes and eventually when I bought my first house. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Miss DEANNE-MARIA SANTINI
Professional Soft Furnishings by Wendy Shorter
I am delighted to say that Bertram Chapman MBE, Part Master of the Worshipful Company of Upholders & Senior Verifier for the Association of Master Upholsterers & Soft Furnishers... Read more
Published on 17 May 2010 by Wendy Shorter
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