Thursday, September 15, 2011

The Sewing Manual For Home Decorators - 1943 -Is your home dreary and dull?

The Sewing Manual For Home Decorators, from The Spool Cotton Company, copyright 1943. This booklet has a TON of helpful advice on how to "make new 'dresses' for your windows...for your chairs and couches...for your tables and beds". There are detailed instructions given on how to get these fabulous forties looks, but maybe these cheery illustrations can get you started.