You have arrived at the Internet's premier site for instructions on making your own curtains, blinds, cushions, bedding and other window treatments. There is also information on basic sewing techniques including seams and stitches, how to measure for window treatments, a sewing terms glossary together with links to other soft furnishing related sites.These illustrated instructions are free for you to download, print off and use. Please note some of the links will take you to the correct page on our new site at http://www.alternative-windows.com

The Accessories category includes various types of pelmets, valances and tie backs.
Bed drapes, pillowcases, duvet covers and bedspreads are included in the Bedding category.
In the Blinds category you will find full instructions for making your own Roman, Austrian, Roller and Cascade blinds.

The Curtains category includes lined and unlined traditional drapes with heading tapes together with more modern styles such as tab tops, café and hourglass.
A variety of styles are included in the Cushion category together with beanbags and ornate patchwork.