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100 1 _aSinger Sewing Machine Company
245 1 0 _aHow to Make Draperies
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aSinger Sewing Library, No. 102
500 _aRelease date is 2020-09-24
508 _aProduced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"How to Make Draperies" by Singer Sewing Machine Company is a practical guide on creating window treatments, published in the 1960s. This instructional publication falls within the home improvement genre, specifically focusing on sewing and design techniques for draperies. Given the publication period, the book reflects the post-World War II era when home decor became a significant interest for many households, providing a detailed exploration of fabric selection, measurements, and construction methods for draperies. The book is structured to cover essential topics for making draperies, starting with the types of fabrics available and how to choose them based on design and color preferences. It includes detailed instructions on measuring windows accurately and calculating fabric yardage based on fullness requirements. Various construction techniques are discussed, such as creating pleats, choosing the right thread and needle, and the benefits of lining and interlining for durability and aesthetics. Overall, this guide serves as a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to enhance their home decor through the art of drapery making, ensuring both functionality and style. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSewing
653 _aDraperies
830 0 _aSinger Sewing Library, No. 102
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63282
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