One of the easiest ways to add softness and romance to a bedroom is to cover a headboard with fabric. The bed is usually the focal point in a bedroom, so adding extra softness by padding it with fabric brings about a luxurious feel and atmosphere. This project is quick, easy, and cheap…you just can’t [...]

Materials     * Fabric     * batting     * Craft weight fusible interfacing such as Pellon Craft Fuse     * Double fold bias tape     * All purpose zipper (will need to be shortened)     * 2" of hook & loop tape (1 1/2" to 2" wide- narrower tape can be joined to make the [...]

For most  basic projects you attempt to do, you will need one or all the tools and equipment shown here. You may also decide to use some other tools that are available but is not listed here. The key items that you need on hand are needles, pins, a tape measure and ruler, some marking [...]

The Basics Home decorator sewing requires the same basic equipment as dressmaker sewing, with the addition of tools for measuring windows and furniture. Using the proper equipment makes the work easier and the results more satisfying. 1) Needle threader eases threading of hand and machine needles. 2) Pins with plastic or glass heads are easier [...]

CANVAS: PENELOPE is the classic canvas which is used in Traditional Needlepoint. It is a double woven fabric with pairs of horizontal and vertical threads which form the mesh. When doing regular needlepoint, the stitches are worked diagonally over two horizontal and two vertical threads. For Petit Point, the double vertical thread is separated and [...]

Ruffled curtains add a charming, warm touch to any room of the house, and the weight of ruffles helps curtains hang better. The ruffle on a curtain usually extends along one side and across the bottom. In the directions that follow the curtain is hemmed after the ruffle is attached, and the ruffle extends into [...]

Tab Top Curtains Fabric tabs are an attractive alternative to conventional casings or curtain rings. Tab top curtains used with a decorative curtain rod create a traditional country look, a contemporary tailored look or a casual cafe look. They are also ideal for stationary side panels. Tabs give top interest to a curtain, and can [...]