The New Curtain Book

by StephanieHoppen (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  2003

  $3.28

  This decorating book is a combination: a reference book covering the whole spectrum of window treatments from classical swags and tails to minimalist breaths of muslin; a showcase for the work of the world's foremost interior designers and a compendium of practical information and advice from top curtain and blind makers. The book is broken into nine main chapters, each a master class on a separate area of curtain style and featuring the skills of 30 internationally famous designers such as Nicky Haslam, Lars Bollander and companies such as Colefax & Fowler. The final section of the book is a directory of styles of curtain, accessories, fabrics and blinds as well as a list of outlets where the essential can be purchased.

• Used

  Paperback
  2007

  $3.28

  This book provides ideas and projects for using fabrics and textiles in the home. It contains details of all of the fabrics available and their characteristics. It is the textile Bible for the 21st century.Using textiles cleverly is an essential part of interior design and decoration. They give a room, focus and depth and bring warmth and softness to the most unprepossessing space.This book reveals the richness and charm of textiles from all over the world and shows how even the smallest scrap of a beautiful old fabric can enhance an interior. The book shows how textiles have been used around the world throughout history and demonstrates how they can be used today.This book uncovers the secrets of the top designers and features a selection of interiors showing how to use different types of textiles.