More Sewing for the Home [Paperback]

Editors of Creative Publishing (Author), The Editors of Creative Publishing international (Author)

Book Description

Series: Singer Sewing Reference Library | Publication Date: September 2002

More Sewing for the Home is a helpful planning and coordinating guide for the do-it-yourself home decor sewer. You will find tips and techniques used by professional designers to help you plan and decorate in your own unique style.
 

The first section covers developing a home decorating plan, how to mix prints and colors, and how to select the appropriate fiber and finish for the project, as well as construction basics and designer tips.

The rest of the book is divided into three sections:

o Window Treatments -- Shows how-too for creating tent-flap curtains, tapered valances, padded cornices, and more.

o Cushions & Pillows -- Covers every style such as tie-tab pillows, mock box pillows, and trendy double-flange pillows.

o Bed & Bath -- Includes step-by-step instructions for duvet covers, futon covers, and sink & vanity skirts, and shower curtains.

Colorful photographs show how your project should look at each step of construction, ensuring success.

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About the Author

The editors of Creative Publishing international have created dozens of best-selling titles in the fields of sewing, crafting, home repair, home improvement, home decor, and landscaping.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Creative Publishing international (September 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589230752
• ISBN-13: 978-1589230750
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,507,581 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #76 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Interior Design > Upholstery & Fabrics

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Mix of Projects, November 24, 2006

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J. A. Eastman "boomer" (Cheyenne, WY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: More Sewing for the Home (Paperback)

I also bought the "Sewing For The Home" book, which is a little more basic, but has far more pillow styles that you can sew. The two books combined are very good references for small projects that you can sew for your home in any room, including the bath.

This book has more projects included (than the first book) that you can sew for your bedroom. There are also suggestions on how to use sheets for your bedroom sewing projects, duvet covers, pleated bedskirts, table covers, etc.

My original intent in getting the books was to learn to sew curtains and drapes. The first book gives you very good basics, but this one goes just a little bit further. I wanted to learn to pleat my own drapes, and this book is the one that shows you how to do that without using pleater tape.

The instructions and photographs in both books are very clear and easy to follow, step by step. There are photos of all the projects in final place, so that you can see what they should look like when complete, and they are somewhat inspirational (idea-wise).

I've been sewing since I was a youngster, and thought I knew a lot, but these books have taught me a great deal. I now look forward to my projects looking professionally done. BTW, most of the things in these books are easy enough for a sewing novice with a desire to learn, to accomplish successfully.

Both books are very good, cover slightly different subjects, and I would recommend that if you buy one, that you buy the other. Between them, they cover just about anything you probably want to sew for your home.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Home Decor, December 6, 2007

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Sharon Graves "sharon" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: More Sewing for the Home (Paperback)

Too many patterns for curtains & drapes & not enough other home decor items. Book is well done, just not enough of what I'm looking for.