A guide to making curtains and blinds, from measuring-up and cutting-out to the finishing touches, enabling professional results within a limited budget. It explains in detail how to create over 35 projects, with easy-to-follow artworks and photographs of the finished effect, including simple unlined curtains, decorative pelmets, swags and tails, and simple no-sew curtains. Also features appropriate designs for window shapes and ideas to transform each room in the house. From chintz curtains at a cottage dormer window to tailored blinds in a city apartment, the guide aims to cater for all tastes. A fabric glossary explores the creative possibilities of a wealth of textures and weaves from rich velvets to delicate lace and simple cotton; and advice is given on how to fit curtains and blinds, together with the tools and sewing techniques needed to achieve professional results.