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Textile Style: The Art of Using Antique and Exotic Fabrics to Decorate Your Home
The design expert and author of aThe Curtain Book offers readers an introduction to the wide array of textiles and fabrics available for decorating the home. 15,000 first printing.
192 pages, Hardcover
First published September 15, 2000
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November 17, 2011
This sumptuous book takes the viewer/ reader around the globe to discover the splendid textiles to be found throughout the world. Clifton-Mogg invites her audience into the homes of inspired textile colle ctors, revealing amusing and enchanting stories which abound in the hunt for textiles. She shares the story of an aficionado who, while walking in Fez, discovers a unique piece being used to wash cars. There is a village in the south of France that hosts a textile market every year which is a dream destination for discovering amazing textiles.
If you are thrilled when you discover a favorite piece of fabric, consider looking when you travel. Sometimes hidden gems are uncovered in unlikely places. In a German village, I stumbled onto a tiny antique shop. I didn't see anything that interested me, but while struggling to communicate, the owners went into a backroom, returning with boxes of gorgeous linens and fabrics. I had been riding my bicycle, so I feverishing cycled back to get a vehicle. I had the opportunity to acquire rare old fabrics in beautiful condition. In addition, searching for textiles helps make a connection with the people of a country; most people are happy when foreigners appreciate something about their country. Be sure to have a look at this lovely book before you go.
If you are thrilled when you discover a favorite piece of fabric, consider looking when you travel. Sometimes hidden gems are uncovered in unlikely places. In a German village, I stumbled onto a tiny antique shop. I didn't see anything that interested me, but while struggling to communicate, the owners went into a backroom, returning with boxes of gorgeous linens and fabrics. I had been riding my bicycle, so I feverishing cycled back to get a vehicle. I had the opportunity to acquire rare old fabrics in beautiful condition. In addition, searching for textiles helps make a connection with the people of a country; most people are happy when foreigners appreciate something about their country. Be sure to have a look at this lovely book before you go.
March 11, 2016
Generally, I love this author's books, but I found this one to be a bit inaccessible. It was beautiful, yes. And beautifully written. It was full of eye candy, too. Just not my topic. I thought I loved fabric and textiles, but this book showed me that I only have a passing acquaintance with them. Not sorry I read it, but pretty sure I wouldn't read it again.
September 8, 2010
Very good book on interior decor and the use of textiles and fabrics.
October 20, 2011
over the top use of fabrics
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