HOME FURNISHINGHome furnishing helps you to make your dream house come true. Every person wants their house to be a reflection of themselves, but don't know how to go about making it real. We will help them realize their dream of having a beautiful home. An easy way to start furnishing your home is to go about a theme. Theme does not mean elaborate decorations and props. It is more about colors, shapes and material. For example, an ocean theme would look soft and soothing for the bedroom, while a wood and stone look would give sophistication to your study. It is important to understand how each theme goes with that particular room. If you cannot think of a theme, work with your favorite colors. If you would like a one-theme-based house, you could paint the walls in same color in all the rooms, but to make it lively, use different accent colors to make each room appear different.

The major product groupings in home textiles and soft furnishings that are used are: Home furnishings Toss/decorative pillow Throw Cushions-patterned/plain/textured Floor pillows Table linens Tablecloth Runner Placemat Coaster Napkin Flooring Rugs Ma t s Curtain/window treatments Drape Valances Curtains/Blinds Tie-backs/holdbacks

UK MARKET

Overview of the UK market

The UK market for home furnishing products was estimated to be worth 2.73 billion at retail selling prices in 2001, having experienced growth rates averaging 4% per annum between 1996 and 2001. The market has become an increasingly fashion-led market that is predicted to grow faster over the next few years due to the growth in the number of households and increasing spending capacity per capita. Since the latter half of 1998, the UK market for soft furnishings has benefited from increased consumer spending and is showing a great potential for crafters. Value growth has been stimulated by more frequent replacement cycles as fashion trends move towards increasingly contemporary designs and styles.

UK Home Trends for 2011

January saw the start of a very busy couple of years for the UK; weve already had a Royal Wedding in April and 2012 will see the Olympics being held in London. Patriotism is at a high, which is reflected in our home furnishing trends for 2011. Here is a break down, room by room, of what furniture and furnishings you will find in the typical British home for this year.

Living AreaModern accents but with comfort considered. Corner sofas are still in fashion, as well as leather reclining sofas. A popular colour for 2011 is paler shades of green, but contrasted against bolder soft furnishings like cushions and curtains. The Royal Wedding in April brought patriotic trends to the forefront, so think anything Union Jack, or in red blue and white. This is a trend that is set to continue into 2012 when the Olympics hit London. This fits in well with the very fashionable vintage style that is becoming popular in the furniture world as well as the fashion world. Vintage styles can bring a real modern feel (although usually this would be an oxymoron) and bring a bit of nostalgia into the more modern rooms. Union Jack themes will be found around the house this year, not just the living area.

Bedroom

For bedrooms, the darker colours will be big this year. Think browns, purples and greys with bold, accented accessories. Furniture will be bold, chunky and practical, with extra storage space being a good investment. Patterned wallpapers are still big at the moment, which help to make the room more pronounced, which can be very cheap to do. Bold, accented accessories are big this year too, meaning you can be simpler in decorating the walls and let the furniture speak for itself.

KitchenMonochrome is big this year, keeping it clean and bright but with adding subtle splashes of colour, whether its a bright toaster, kettle or storage containers. Contemporary designs are preferred, but with traditional undertones. Reclaimed wood will be very popular for flooring, and stainless steel will be the preferred option for fridge freezers, ovens and other appliances. Keep your dishwashers, chest freezers and washing machines out of sight though, to keep up the clean lines and anything less than pretty out of the way. Pull out spray taps will be the tap of choice, being practical yet fashionable,

Bathroom

The 2011 bathroom is all about individualism and using the space you have to create a little haven for you to relax in. Neutral colours are still big in the bathroom industry with natural materials being used build you bathroom up, like real wood, bamboo and jute. The 2011 bathroom isnt just gorgeous to look at, but also very eco friendly. Energy efficient heated towel rails and radiators are all the rage right now, especially as energy prices are at an all time high. Features which reduce water usage are also popular, like dual flush toilets, censored taps and aerated shower heads.

Design/style and material trends in the UK market It is particularly important for producers of home textiles and soft furnishings to understand colour, design and style trends in their target market, as this is a major decision-making factor for most buyers. These trends change rapidly, and it is therefore important to keep knowledge up to date. A brief description of the current trends is given below: -Luxury (silk, satin, velvet, silk organza, suede, leather), with associated rich, jewel, metallic or lustrous colour palettes. -Mid to low end (acrylic, polyester, cotton, viscose) use of beads and tassels to reflect high -end look with the use of deep/bold colored variations. Materials vary across the different segments of the market, however certain types feature more predominantly in the high end of the market (e.g. silk) than in the mid to low end. However, cotton is the most popular material overall. The use of tassels and wooden bead finishes is becoming increasingly dominant in decorative pillows/cushions aimed at the mid and high segments of the market, where something different is required. The increasing popularity of woolen produced items is common to both Rugs and throws. The use of natural dye colors remains in demand across all segments of the market.

Size chart:UK Bed Sizes Bed Measurements UK Single 90 x 190 cm 3ft x 6ft 3in. Euro Single IKEA size UK Double 135 x 190 cm 4ft 6in x 6ft 3in Euro Double IKEA size UK King Size 150 x 200 cm 5ft x 6ft 6in Euro King IKEA size UK Super King Size 183 x 200 cm 6ft x 6ft 6in Fitted Sheet 90 x 190 x 20 cm 90 x 200 x 20 cm 135 x 190 x 20 cm 140 x 200 x 20 cm 150 x 200 x 20 cm 160 x 200 x 20cm 183 x 200 x 20 cm Flat Sheet 180 x 260 cm 180 x 260 cm 220 x 260 cm 220 x 260 cm 265 x 275 cm 265 x 275 cm 280 x 290 cm Duvet Cover 135 x 200 cm 135 x 200 cm 200 x 200 cm 200 x 200 cm 225 x 220 cm 240 x 220 cm 260 x 220 cm

Bed Linen Size Chart Beds Duvet Covers Flat Sheets Fitted Sheets 71" x 108" 180 x 275cm 35" x 75" x 12" 90 x 190 x 30cm 55" x 75" x 12" 140 x 190 x 30cm Deep Fitted Sheets -

SINGLE

55" x 79" 3ft x 6ft 3" 140 x 90 x 190cm 200cm 4ft 6" x 6ft 3" 135 x 190cm 5ft x 6ft 6" 150 x 200cm 6ft x 6ft 6" 180 x

DOUBLE

79" x 79" 200 x 200cm

91" x 108" 230 x 275cm

55" x 75" x 13 " 140 x 190 x 34cm 59" x 79 " x 13 " 150 x 200 x 34cm 71" x 79 " x 13 "

KING

89" x 87" 225 x 220cm 102" x 87" 260 x

59" x 79 " x 108" x 108" 12" 275 x 150 x 200 x 275cm 30cm 120" x 108" 71" x 79 " x 305 x 12"

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200cm 6ft 6" x 6ft 6" EMPEROR 200 x 200cm Pillow & Pad Size ChartSTANDARD 20" x 30" 50 x 75cm 16" x 16" 40 x 40cm 26" x 26" 65 x 65cm 20" x 36" 50 x 90cm 35" x 26" 89 x 65cm

220cm

275cm

180 x 200 x 30cm

180 x 200 x 34cm 85" x 85 " x 13 " 200 x 200 x 34cm

114" x 92" 290 x 235cm

85" x 85 " x 126" x 114" 12" 320 x 200 x 200 x 290cm 30cm

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US MARKET Overview of the US market The United States is easily the worlds single largest market for consumer goods and demand has largely been satisfied for decades by mass production resources. The

US Home Furnishings category alone (comprising Furniture & Accessories, Home Textiles, House wares, Home Appliances, Table-Top, Floor & Wall Dcor, and Consumer Electronics) had a 1999- estimated wholesale value of $146 Billion, with a 13.5% growth rate. Paradoxically, the dominance of mass-produced goods within the marketplace has created significant opportunity for handcrafted merchandise in many categories as consumer look for interesting new products to consume. Design/style and material trends in the US market The US is vast and its sheer size means that enormous cultural variations occur from state to state. These factors have led to the development of a US market that is both broad and fragmented. Styles, designs and trends also differ from region to region. It is particularly vital for crafters to be aware of these variations. A wide range of materials are used in the US home textiles market. The dominant techniques in decorative pillows and table linen are beading and embroidery, while occasional examples of patchwork and ribbon work are found. Both China and India dominate as suppliers of beaded and embroidered items, particularly in the luxury fabrics such as silk which tie well to their traditional products. So 2011 is here and top design trends that will appear this year, or will carry on from last year. Many of us will be keeping an eye on the pennies and therefore bargains are going to be swooped on very swiftly. You may have noticed the sales started before Christmas but there are many that started in tradition with January, some of the best savings can be found in bedroom furniture and soft furnishings. The trend for animal wallpaper will continue, mainly in monochrome themes. These wallpapers are very effective for a statement wall if using the large or flamboyant designs. However, is using a slightly muted butterfly effect, all the room can be encased within. An excellent idea for those on a minimal budget is to get crafty with stencils and update bedroom furniture with animal motifs, or even on plain wallpaper. Tartan is another key trend, possibly due to the cosines of it amongst the cold winter besieging us at the moment, but tartan in it s deep reds and greens has an air of opulence about it, in a manly way. Expect to see many soft furnishings in this warm material. Even, if you just opt for plaid throw, this will be ideal for covering your legs under your desk, when its a bit chilly. Still keeping with the Kitchen idea, tea towels come to mind, as we are pinching the pennies this year; well be looking to enhance our homes for minimal amounts of cash, and what better way to spruce up a kitchen than with teal towels. There will be a wide variety to choose from and some will look like works of art rather than a functional cloth. The good news is, that with this trend it can suit anyones budget.

Size chart:Standard American Bed Sizes

Bed Measurements Twin Full Queen King Californian King

Fitted Sheet 39 x 76 8 54 x 76 8 60 x 80 8 76 x 80 8 73 x 85 8

Flat Sheet x x

Duvet/Quilt Cover

Comforte rs 80 x 106 100 106 106 106 112 106 114 106 x x x x

72 x 102 59 x 79 87 x 102 79 x 79 88 x 86 102 x 86 102 x 86

x 105 x 110 x 110 x 114 x 110 x 114

Standard pillow sizes Standard Queen King 20 by 26 (to 21 by 31?) 20 by 30 to 22 by 34 20 by 36

Standard American Towel SizesWash -- 13" x 13" Guest (or tip) -- 12" x 18" Hand -- 16" x 30" Bath -- 27" x 54" Sheet -- 35" x 60" Shower Mat -- 22" x 34"

EUROPEAN MARKETThe home textiles market is a very competitive one. EU manufacturers have been forced to compete on price at the lower end of the market, and on quality at the high-end of the market. This led to several production trends including

outsourcing, concentration, specialisation and brand extension. Retailers also responded to the increased competition by becoming more concentrated, especially in the low-middle market segment, and by importing directly. Short-term trends are related to fashion and design. Bed, bath, table and kitchen linen are no longer considered to be just plain utility items. EU consumers want fashionable home textiles, especially younger people. Magazines and interior design television shows strengthen the desire for home textiles that follow the latest trends, and have a unique design. Therefore, producers should adapt their product collections on a regular basis; at least twice every year is recommended.

European home trends 2011Many of us have the impression of ultra-chic and extremely fashionable when it comes to European decor and design and would love to emulate the look- Is it possible to give our North American homes a touch of European flare? Of course it is! To mimic or duplicate European styling in our homes there a few trends we can follow in order to achieve that "European look. Trend in decor and design that we see in Europe is the use of colour. Not just for fabrics and walls, but colour is used in more permanent fittings like kitchen cabinetry. Modern styled kitchens may have black, blue, even silver matte or high gloss cabinets while more traditional styled kitchen are often yellows, reds, or light blues in muted tones. Europeans are definitely more daring with their use of colour and are not afraid to use colour in the home in bold ways. One wouldn't usually think storage was a trend but actually it has become very important in the daily lives of many people. Storage is something that seems as though we can never have too much of and by nature of living in much smaller spaces in Europe, designers and decorators have had to come up with creative and innovative storage ideas which allow people to maintain a comfortable lifestyle in less square footage. If you look around your home you may find a perfect place for storage where least expected. Along stairwell walls, flanking fireplaces and even under the steps of the stairs are only a few ideas to maximize storage space and keep the clutter at bay. Another trend that has evolved from necessity is having multifunctional furniture. Due to the fact that Europeans typically live in smaller spaces than us North Americans, they have had to design furniture that is multifunctional. Tables may be raised or lowered to create either a coffee table or a dining table. A cabinet in a corner may house a computer and double as an office space but once the doors on the cabinet close it looks like any other piece of furniture. Storage boxes can double as seating and sofas and chairs can fold out to reveal beds, allowing even the smallest homes to be functional as well as stylish.

France "style" living room decoration

Your living room will be a place for family or friends to sit and visit, so a special effort should be made to create a comfortable harmonious environment. A representation of your personal style and passions a living room should be both comfortable and functional. European England, France and Italy are the countries typically referred as European decorating. If you want to decorate the living room in the classic French Country style, you can select furniture and wall dcor that evoke feelings of

relaxation and peacefulness.

Europe classic design "style"European Classic designs are very popular and present a touch of old world charm with warm woods and inviting fabric. Dine in style classic in your home.

Italian Living room and designsThere are parts of the country such as Tuscany and Venice where tradition is deep and the characteristics of the decor are famed. But, these are regional themes. To outsiders, extravagant replication of neoclassic ideas are very common interpretations of what Italian decorating is all about but that is something to be preserved in history, not suitable to todays chic Italian lifestyle. Todays Italians are in a race to improve the appearance and functionality of their living space. It has been that way really, since the problems of the post World War II era had been dealt with and Italian fascination with creativity was free to flourish once again. Italian decorating today most definitely means leading edge. Leading edge in a way that you should not confuse with Modern. Leading edge that doesnt completely fit your understanding of Contemporary. Leading edge that stands alone as newborn Italian decorating. Newborn from a marriage of the creativity of a host of world leading designers with the strong traditions of master craftsmen, in a setting blessed with a wealth of solidly constructed, long occupied structures.

Europe Bed SizesBed Measurements Single 90 x 190 cm Double 140 x 200 cm King 160 x 200 cm Super King 200 x 200 cm Fitted Sheet 90 x 190 x 20 cm 140 x 200 x 20 cm 160 x 200 x 20 cm 200 x 200 x 20 cm Flat Sheet 180 cm 220 cm 265 cm 280 cm x 260 x 260 x 275 x 290 Duvet Cover 150 x 200 cm 200 x 200 cm 240 x 220 cm 260 x 220 cm

Standard European pillow sizesStandard Pillow -- 20" x 26" Queen Pillow -- 20" x 30" King Pillow -- 20" x 36" European or Continental Pillow --26" x 26" Boudoir Pillow -- 12" x 16"

Standard European Towel Sizes

Wash -- 12" x 12" Guest (or tip) -- 15" x 26" Hand -- 20" x 40" Bath -- 40" x 60" Shower -- 28" x 54" Sheet (or jumbo) -- 55" x 80" Shower Mat -- 24" x 35" Bed skirt Also known as petit-skirt or dust ruffle. Bed skirts fit the exact dimensions of the box spring and fall to the floor. Bed-skirts can come with continuous corners, which have no split at the foot end corners that fit around a frame. Bed-skirts can also come with split corners, which have a split at the corner of the foot of the bed in order to fit around a bed frame. Many bed-skirts today are bed-skirt panels that are pinned onto the top of the box spring, in-between the mattress and box spring, adjusting to various drops up to 22 inches. Finishes for bed-skirts are either tailored (straight drop from the top to bottom of the bed-skirt) with single pleats on either side of the bed and one pleat at the foot, pleated (which have inverted pleats around the sides and foot of the bed), or ruffled (the fabric is gathered in a 2 or 3 to 1 ratio creating the fullness). The bed-skirt drop is measured from the top of the box spring to the floor. The size is exact to your bed size. Fitted sheet Made to fit snugly over the mattress, with stitched gussets at the corners and elastic at the corners or around the entire edge of the fitted sheet. Correctly fitted to the size of the mattress pad, the fitted sheet should not cause the mattress to bow (too short in the gusset), or fit loosely (too long in the gusset). Our fine linen sources make fitted sheets for deep and extra deep mattresses. Traditional European beds use a flat sheet in place of a fitted, with folded and tucked corners wrapped around the mattress. Measurements should include the size of the bed and the depth of the mattress (include any pad or enhancers). Flat sheet Also called a top sheet. Turn-back, the amount that is folded down at the head of the bed should be ample (10 to 18 inches) with enough to tuck between the mattress and box spring at the foot of the bed. Our fine linen sources make larger flat sheets to accommodate deep and extra deep mattresses. Most flat sheets have a stitched or attached cuff on the turn-back. This cuff is a stitched or attached band of fabric that finishes the look of the turn-back. Mitered corners on the turn-back are usually made to order. Measurements should included the size of the bed, the depth of the mattress (including any pad or enhancers) and enough extra to tuck between the mattress and box spring on both sides of the bed. Duvet cover This is the envelope, which the comforter slips in-between. Sleeping duvets should be made of similar sheeting fabric as the fitted sheet, in order to keep comfortable. Duvets made of heavier fabric generally are used for decorative purposes only. Duvets can have button, zipper or envelope closures. Buttonholes or ties can be custom made on

the corner of the inside of the duvet cover to help secure the comforter. Duvets can be knife-edge finished or have a flange finish (a stitched band of fabric around the edge of the duvet). Measurements of the duvet depend on the size of the comforter and the height of the mattress. Coverlet Also known as bed covers or quilts. Shorter than a bedspread, the coverlet should fall low enough to cover the mattress or to the bottom edge of the box spring. Coverlets are used over the duvet cover as a decorative finish when the bed is made and is teamed with decorative pillow shams made of the similar or contrasting fabric. Made of heavier fabric than sheeting, coverlets are the updated bedspread solution. Measurements should include the size of the bed and the depth of the mattress (including any pad or enhancers). Bedspread Similar to the coverlet, the bedspread falls all the way to the floor, and usually has a enough length to comfortably cover over a sleeping pillow at the top of the bed. Bedspreads can be made with continuous or split corners. Measurements should include the size of the bed and the length from the top of the mattress to the floor. Pillow shams Shams can be made of similar sheeting fabric as flat or fitted sheets, and are then used for sleeping on, or they can be made of heavier top-of-the-bed fabric and used for decorative purposes only. Shams differ from cases in that they are stitched around all four sides and have the opening for the pillow in the back rather than side (like a pillowcase). Pillow shams are similar in finish to the duvet cover with having either knife-edge or flanged finishes, but can also be ruffled or pleated around the edges. Many shams have mitered corners on the flange, giving a more tailored look. Measurements are standard, queen, king, European (26" x 26") and boudoir (12" x 16") sizes. Pillow cases Made of similar sheeting fabric as the flat and fitted sheets, these are open-ended coverings for sleeping pillows. Pillowcases are sold most often by the pair. Some cases have an envelope closure (a piece of fabric on the inside of the case) to cover the pillow from the opening of the case. Pillowcases can also have an attached cuff (several inches wide) which is a stitched band of similar or contrasting fabric. This cuff would be the same as the cuff on the turn-back of the flat sheet. Measurements of the pillowcase are standard, queen and king sizes plus the extra length of the cuff.

Glossary:

Appliqu: Pieces of fabric or felt applied to a background fabric. Austrian blind: A soft fabric blind that is gathered or pleated along the top andwhich draws up in soft pleats. roman blind

Batten: A narrow piece of timber that slots into the hem or casing pockets of a Bias or crossways strip: A strip of fabric cut on the diagonal across the warp andweft of the fabric

Blackout lining: A thick fabric used to line curtains where light exclusion is

required. Available in 2 varieties 2 pass in which the lining is coated white or ecru on one side only or 3 pass in which both sides are coated. Because of its rubberised feel, it makes it more difficult to dress the curtains satisfactorily

Box pleat: Flat symmetrical pleats that are formed by folding the fabric back onitself either side of the pleat.

Brocade: A rich fabric with an intricate pattern created within the weave,

traditionally embossed in gold or silver. This term is now applied to any flowered fabric with a raised pattern

Buckram: A coarse fabric of cotton or linen used for stiffening pelmets, curtainheadings and tie backs

Bump: A soft, thick material used for interlining curtains, pelmets etc Caf rod: A narrow rod usually made of brass used for curtains with a cased orscalloped heading fabric blinds.

Cleat: A metal or plastic hook with two arms used for holding in place the cords on Cornice or coving: A decorative moulding positioned at the top of a wall where itmeets the ceiling

Cut drop: The cut length of a piece of fabric before any hems, headings or turningshave been stitched in place

Dacron: A synthetic fibre used for filling and padding articles Dormer: Term applied to a window set within a roof Face fix: A term usually relating to the installation of a curtain track fitting or thepositioning of a blind fixing. The fixing is screwed into the face of the wall above the

window recess or into the front of the window frame itself if the window dressing is to be inset into the window recess

Fascia board: A narrow strip of board covered with fabric that is used to cover acurtain track

Festoon blind: A very decorative blind that is ruched all along its length as well asacross the heading

Finial: A shaped attachment that slots onto the ends of a curtain pole. It helps

secure the rings onto the pole but its primary function is decorative. Vast choice available in terms of shape and colour

Finished drop: The final length of fabric after the hems, headings or turnings havebeen stitched in place

French/Triple Pleat: A decorative curtain or valance heading in which the fabric isgathered into groups of 3 pleats. The heading is usually stiffened with buckram for a professional finish. It is possible to achieve a similar result using a curtain heading tape.

Fusible lining: Lining with special heat activated glue on one side. Used for 'nosew' methods of curtain and blind construction

Gimp: A narrow braid used as a decorative trimming Goblet pleat: A decorative curtain heading in which the fabric is stitched intonarrow tubes that are then stuffed with wadding. curtain buckram

Heading: The top edge of a curtain or valance finished either with a tape or a Half Drop: A half drop pattern repeat is where the pattern repeats itself on thediagonal rather than on the horizontal.

Hem: The bottom edge of a curtain or valance Herringbone stitch: A strong stitch that is used to hold a single or double layer offabric in place over another layer of fabric

Holland (cloth): A plain linen cloth commonly used in the making of roller blinds Italian stringing: Curtains with Italian stringing are joined together permanently inthe centre and are as such dress curtains. The stringing is set on the diagonal near the top of each curtain thus pulling the curtains back at this point

Lacing: A very long stitch used to attach a face fabric to a buckram pelmet or tieback.

Lambrequin: A stiff shaped surround to a window, similar to a stiff pelmet, but withmuch longer sides that can go as far down as the window sill.

Leading edge: The edge of the curtain that faces the centre of the window Lockstitch: Akin to a loose blanket stitch, lockstitch is used to hold linings orinterlinings to the reverse of a curtain face fabric Furnishing Sewing Techniques

Mitre: A particular method of folding a corner enabling the fabric to lie flat. See Soft Outside edge: The edge of the curtain that faces the outside edge of the window Pelmet: A stiff pelmet is a fabric covered window dressing usually installed on top ofcurtains creating a decorative finish. It is flat not gathered

Reveal: The side of a window recess, i.e. the wall adjacent to the window frame andat right angles to the surface wall

Roller blind: A blind made of a stiffened fabric that is mounted on a springmechanism. The blind can be raised or lowered to a specific height

Roman blind: A roman blind is a flat, ungathered blind with no fullness. It offers a

smart clean-cut finish to a window, with its pleats forming a soft layered pelmet when the blind is raised.

Sliphem: Used on the hems of lined and unlined curtains and on the sidelays ofunlined curtains

Squab: A loose cushion with ties attached to the back edge for anchoring to a stoolor chair seat

Swag: A soft swathe of fabric usually coupled with tails to form a highly decorativewindow dressing

Stiff pelmet: A stiff pelmet is a flat window dressing with either a flat or shaped

lower edge. It is typically placed above curtains or blinds, and made using buckram or MDF.

Tacking: A temporary stitch used to hold layers of fabric together, tacking removedafter final stitching Taffeta: A shiny fabric initially made of woven silk but now available in synthetic substitutes

Tab Top: A decorative curtain heading by which the drape is hung from a pole usinga number of fabric "loops" rather than a traditional taped or hand stitched heading.

Tails: A pleated and shaped piece of fabric installed on the outside edge of a curtain- usually coupled with swags to form an overall window dressing pole using a series of "ties" rather than a "loop" tab.

Tie Top: Similar to a tab top heading but here the curtain is suspended from the Toile de Jouy: A printed cotton originally from France, usually bearing pastoral

scenes. This fabric is undergoing renewed popularity, with its pastel designs on a white or cream background.

Valance: A pleated or gathered piece of fabric usually installed over the top of

curtains. This term is also used to describe the decorative skirt used to hide a divan base.

Warp: The lengthways thread in a woven fabric. Wadding: A batting or filling. Weft: The crossways thread in a woven fabric. Zipper foot: A sewing machine attachment a half foot that enables you to stitchvery closely to a zipper or piping.