Caroline Wrey's Complete Curtain-Making Course

by Caroline Wrey

Book Overview

In the Course, Caroline Wrey instructs the reader in how to make every imaginable window covering for every home and budget, from a basic curtain hung on clips to stately swags and tails, a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0879518030
• ISBN13: 9780879518035
• Release Date: November 1997
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.0" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

The Real Deal

This well-photgraphed and well-written book is an essential tool for any professional working with window treatments, and is also an invaluable tool for the non-pro to converse intelligently with the trade. Pictured projects are not always in the most current mode but apply to any traditional or contemporary project. Easily one of the most useful books on the subject of custom window fabrications anywhere. Search for her other titles, too.

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A beautifully presented and inspiring book, well set out and easy to follow. The instructions are clear and concise and it is a pleasure just to flick through.

Almost but not quite enough for making my own

I was looking for help in how to cut and manage drapery fabric when making curtains. This book has a couple of helpful ideas on the subject. I also wanted detailed instructions on how to make lined draperies. There are detailed instructions but not enough for me. I am a beginner sew'er (not even a seamstress!). The how to pictures weren't big enough to show alot of detail and I am left with a bunch of questions. I am keeping the book though because it does have some neat ideas on drapery styles (i.e., Italian stringing) and very good instructions on how to make pinch pleat drapes if ever I try to!

An excellent resource for the designer or homeowner

"Carolyn Wrey's Complete Curtain Making Course" covers all of the basics and many of the extras of curtain making. The photographs are excellent and the text is extremely easy to follow and understand. This book is a must for anyone who is decorating a home, whether they are a homeowner or a professional decorator.