A practical guide to choosing and making home furnishings with one of the UK's leading interior designers, Jane Churchill * Extensive reference section on all the basic sewing techniques * Easy-to-follow instructions for making a wide range of beautiful curtains and blinds, bed linen, loose covers, cushions and table linen * Special guide to furnishing fabrics -- styles, patterns and weaves, plus durability and practicality * Advice on how to choose the right materials and styles to suit your needs, and tips on how to combine colour, texture and pattern * Illustrated throughout with examples of the most stylish and appealing soft furnishings for today, providing an invaluable source of design ideas