This is my 30th year as a workroom professional and you would think I have seen it all, learned it all and tried it all! Well, there's...

This pillow features an inset flange, which is placed on the front of the pillow, instead of being sewn in the seam on the outside edges....

Cornice boards are usually made of wood and while they are a beautiful style and fun to construct and upholster, they can be quite heavy...

What are pin holes of light? Blackout lining is made by coating a base material with layers of acrylic foam. This blocks light but when...

In Part I of this topic I talked about sateen lining, the basic go-to lining for window treatments. See Linings and Interlinings Part I....

If you have ever purchased or sewn custom window treatments you are probably somewhat familiar with linings. Perhaps it was something...

I love the look of hand-sewn hems. Hand stitching is considered a high-end technique in the drapery-making world, not because it is...

Do you remember tab-top draperies? Quaint curtains made of calico or muslin for historic homes or country decor? Well, tab-top curtains...

I love to use cloth napkins for everyday meals at the kitchen table, or as an elegant touch at special dinners with china and crystal on...

Grommet top curtains (or draperies) are very popular. They are clean, simple and require less fabric than pleated curtains. Plus...

Summer is here and it's time to decorate the deck, porch, pation or poolside! Sewing simples square outdoor pillows is easy, and the...

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