Whether you long for the fresh and muted tones of Swedish minimalism, with sheer white linen hangings at the windows, or plan to upholster your couch and armchairs in traditional toile de Jouy, 'The Soft Furnishings Source Book' will help you to make your vision a reality.
In this unparalleled guide to decorative style, Leslie Geddes-Brown shares her expertise in every aspect of using soft furnishings in the home. The illuminating opening chapter on Fabric Styles includes a host of images showing how the various types of fabrics - from wools and velvets to suedes and leathers - create a distinctive look and feel to a room.
The Components considers the different elements of soft furnishings, including curtains, loose covers, cushions and bed dressings, and offers advice about how to find your way through the multitude of choices. Room By Room showcases how these individual elements are brought together into cohesive decorative schemes. In Practicalities, Lucinda Ganderton covers basic sewing techniques and gives step-by-step instructions for 12 stylish yet simple projects.
An extensive directory of suppliers puts the finishing touch to this indispensable guide.
