books about: draperies

books about: draperies

books:

Draperies

Window Treatments & Slipcovers For Dummies (For Dummies (Sports & Hobbies))

Mark Montano, Carly Sommerstein

For Dummies, 2005

Window Treatments & Slipcovers For Dummies
I bought this book on the strength of Mark Montano's work on While You Were Out and it's fantastic! So many adorable projects, and most of them are super easy and you don't even have to know how to sew well. You can use glue guns or safety pins and still get a really ...

Drawing People

Barbara Bradley

North Light Books, 2003

An award-winning teacher's generous legacy
Earlier this year, Barbara Bradley was selected by a jury of 75 illustrators, art directors and educators to receive the New York Society of Illustrators' 2007 Distinguished Educator of the Arts Award. "Drawing People: How to Portray the Clothed Figure" is an ...

The Ultimate Curtain Book: A Comprehensive Guide to Creating Your Own Window Treatments

Isabella Forbes

Readers Digest, 2000

The BEST yet!
I've ordered 6 books, and this was the BEST of the lot! (published by Reader's Digest) Yes, it's a 1994 copyright, but the looks & styles haven't changed that much in 13-years. There are over 200 photos that lend to a myriad of ideas for each room of your home. Each ...

Sunset Curtains, Draperies & Shades

Sunset Books, 2002

Love, Love, Love this book!
Bought this book planning to get idea's from it. I was pleasantly pleased with not only the decorating idea's but I love the use of color in this book. If you are looking for idea's for adding more color to your rooms this is a great book. Then to cap it all off, ...

Window Treatments Idea Book (Taunton Home Idea Books)

Sue Sampson, Ellen Delucia

Taunton, 2006

Great design idea source!
I am an aspiring interior decorator who has bought tons of window treatment idea books as well as countless magazines for window treatment inspiration. This book now ranks #1 among all my resources for design ideas! The pictures are gorgeous, the styles are numerous ...

Big Book of Window Treatments

Carol Spier

Sunset Publishing Corporation, 2006

Excellent Basic Book of Ideas
I feel compelled to defend this book. I am a home-dec seamstress and constantly on the look for a book for clients to look through. This book has proven invaluable to me. It is very clearly organized, the pictures are clear and there are examples of the basic, ...

The Complete Photo Guide to Window Treatments: DIY Draperies, Curtains, Valances, Swags, and Shades

Creative Publishing international, 2007

Great book!
This book is completely awesome. I don't need to purchase any other reference materials for ideas on how to do my windows. Love it, love it, love it!!!!

Dynamic Wrinkles and Drapery: Solutions for Drawing the Clothed Figure (Practical Art Books)

Burne Hogarth

Watson-Guptill, 1995

Classic reference source for depicting the Clothed Figure
Although Burne Hogarth's drawing style is very mid-20th Century, his basic "rules of the wrinkles" are absolutely timeless. I recommend it as an excellent source for developing a mastery of how fabric reacts to the movement and form of the human body. As a ...

Design Directory of Window Treatments, The

Jackie Von Tobel

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2007

Wonderful
Clear illustrations. I think about every type of window treatment is covered. Can help maximize sales with customers. A must have for all Drapery Professionals and Designers. No more misunderstandings between customer and designers. Can hardly wait for Jackie's NEW ...

The Encyclopedia of Window Fashions

Charles T. Randall

Charles Randall Inc., 2006

Great Idea Book for Window Treatments
This fifth edition has all the sketches in color. Just to give you an idea of how comprehensive this is, there are 19 pages showing valances, with five per page. I love this book, as it really opened our minds to the variety of styles available for windows. No more ...

Window Dressings

Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2006

Window Dressings by Brian Coleman
This was a very interesting book and was a welcome addition to my portion of my library on interior decorating. We are in the process of looking to purchase a historic Victorian home. And in this end all tips, hints and ideas are a great asset.

Trompe L'Oeil Grisaille, Architecture and Drapery

Ursula E. Benad, Martin Benad

W. W. Norton, 2006

Incredible
I bought the book to learn to paint drapery illusion, which was not really covered well, actually. What I got was the best architectural trompe l'oeil book on the market. Clear, concise photos of step by step painting. I love it.

Beautiful Windows: The Ultimate Window Treatment Design Book
Editors of Woman's Day SIPS

Filipacchi, 2008

When it comes to home decorating, creating the right window treatments can be the most challenging task of all. Now, Beautiful Windows provides the essential guide for adding just the right personal touch to your decor. Whether you are redecorating the whole house or just want to add instant flair to a room, this is the only book you'll need. With ...

Sew in a Weekend - Curtains, Blinds & Valances (Sew in a Weekend Series)

Eaglemoss

Betterway Books, 1998

Anyone can do it!
This book is an invaluable source for fresh window dressing ideas, as well as old favorites, that can be easily constructed using the clear, detailed instructions. The drawings and photos really clear up any confusion, too. I loved the "materials list" because it ...

Complete Photo Guide to Window-Top Treatments: Do-It-Yourself Valances, Swags, and Cornices (Complete Photo ...

Creative Publishing international, 2006

To Treatments
Very nice book with easy to follow instructions. Great photos. I haven't made anything yet, but I have looked through the book. I can't wait to get started.