This is mentioned only to show to what extent economy can be practiced without skimping the appearance. The eight-foot window in question, with all possible economy, required six and three-quarters yards when the order was completed.
It is a good plan for the beginner to take the rules here set forth and sketch out a number of draperies with festoons of various depths and measure. Cut and make up in some inexpensive material, such as cotton or cheap flannel, until you get the method thoroughly memorized.
A little practice will make the veriest novice master of this method, which has been evolved from practical experience, and is thus independent of the various sketches and patterns offered for sale.
If any material advantage would be gained, several other methods that are used could be given, but the foregoing will be found thoroughly practical and economical, a great item in present workroom problems.
To estimate the fringe add together the measures of the bottom line of each festoon and the length of each tail and add ten per cent. for taking up in sewing.
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