Cutting and draping : $b a practical handbook for upholsterers and decorators

"Cutting and Draping: A Practical Handbook for Upholsterers and Decorators" by John W. Stephenson is a manual from the early 1900s meant to guide those in the upholstery and decorating trades. The book focuses on detailing various methods and visual depictions for creating fabric designs for decor. It begins with the history of cutting and draping, then it progresses to basic skills, such as measuring and planning, along with more involved methods, such as French festoon drapery and irregular festoon drapery. With more than 250 diagrams and illustrations, the book is a reference for both beginners and experts looking to improve their skills with fabric decor.