This book contains a classic guide to making lampshades out of satin and silk. With simple, step-by-step instructions and detailed diagrams, this volume is incredibly novice-friendly, and will appeal to those with an interest in handcrafting and cost cutting. Contents include: 'Making Lampshades', 'Sectional Fabric Shades', 'A Bowed Empire Shade with a Balloon Lining', 'A Lace of Net Over Satin shade', 'A French Shade', 'Pleated and Swathed Silks hades', and 'Swathed Shades'. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on making lampshades.