Customer Reviews

The Encyclopaedia of Curtains: The Complete Curtain Maker

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I would recommend this book to anyone. It guides the reader in making all types of curtains-from sheers to swags to bed linen. It is easy to follow and although no patterns are included, one can easily follow the steps for making the pattern!

At first glance this book seemed excellent but after reading it it transpired that the instructions are not always very clear. Although an experienced curtain and blind maker at times I could only decipher instructions in the light of existing knowledge. A beginner would sometimes have difficulty in working out what to do. Text and diagrams were often not clearly connected or illustrated. Also, alternative methods of procedures were not highlighted. For example, different ways of dealing with the construction of a roman blind.

I liked it from the first glance. I was disappointed as it had no patterns.

This book is full of wonderful and clear information that has helped me not only sell features, but construct them as well. Thank you!

I own many books of this type, and this one is the most complete guide to window coverings all in one place. I refer to it constantly, even when using other guides to sewing drapes. The instructions are clear and well illustrated with drawings, not photos. Lots of photos in the idea section, however.

This book goes into detail as how to makes curtains and blinds and has lots of photos and illustrations and makes curtain making very easy.