Victoria Romantic Touches: Charming Handmade Projects for Every Room

Turn an ordinary house into a delightful home with little handmade touches in the inimitable Victoria style.

Charming cushions, curtains and scented sachets; cream-edged organdy tablecloths and white-ribbon-tied pillowcases: Victoria knows lovely things such as these make a house a home. Give every room that special touch with 25 beautiful and easy-to-make projects from the experts who know romance. Each item is featured in an exquisite full-color photograph, accompanied by simple instructions that will inspire even the most nervous crafter. Consider reviving a well-loved chair with an elegant slipcover, perhaps in organdy. Personalize pretty napkins for a special holiday table setting. Use basic stitchery to whip up a fabric headboard, gathered lampshade, or linen cutlery holder. Whichever you choose, the techniques section will teach the skills you need, and templates will guide you. A Main Selection of the Homestyle Book Club.