Custom Bedding: Designer Bedskirts
Laurie Medford
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0:52
- In-depth Instruction; over 137 mins
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Planning & Design Options
17:34
Meet designer Laurie Medford and learn more about the custom bedskirts you'll make in your class. Laurie explains how to measure your bed and choose the right fabric for your project, whether it's a gathered, flat or box-pleated bedskirt.
Gathered Bedskirt
20:03
You can make a bedskirt with full or partial gathers easily with Laurie's guidance. Learn how to calculate the amount of fabric you'll need and match pattern repeats. Laurie shows how to gather large amounts of fabric evenly with stitching or gathering tape. This skirt can be attached to the bed with quick-to-sew installation bands -- no need to remove the mattress!
Flat Bedskirt With Kick Pleats
13:27
For a more tailored look, consider a flat bedskirt with kick pleats at the corners. Laurie shows how to railroad your fabric so each panel can be made without seams. You also can choose to add pleats in the middle of your side panels for a decorative touch. This bedskirt is fully lined and designed to be attached to the bed with decking that lies under the mattress.
Box Pleat Bedskirt
33:20
Box pleats add a sophisticated touch to your bedskirt, especially if you use contrasting fabric inside the pleats and fold back the edges for a tuxedo effect. Laurie shows you how to calculate the yardage you'll need and how to sew your bedskirt, which you'll later attach to decking.
Basic Decking
20:22
Create decking for a bedskirt that is fully anchored between mattress and box spring. Learn how to calculate your yardage and add banding in a fashion fabric, then curve and miter the corners. Laurie demonstrates how to attach the flat bedskirt with kick pleats to the decking.
Decking With Welt Cord
19:10
Add a designer touch to the edge of your decking with welt cord. Make your own with Laurie's guidance, attach it to the decking, then see how the box pleat bedskirt is attached to the decking. If you find your measurements are off a little, Laurie has some tips for finessing the fit.
Installation Bands
12:25
Installation bands make it easy to attach and remove a gathered bedskirt, since you don't need to lift the entire mattress. Get Laurie's tips for attaching the band to the gathered bedskirt, reducing the bulk of the gathers inside the band and, finally, attaching the bedskirt to your bed with ease!
If you’re putting the final touch on your bedding, there’s no piece that brings everything together quite like the perfect bedskirt. Join custom home furnishings expert Laurie Medford, and explore the designer details and techniques you need to bring beautiful bedskirts to life. Laurie will guide you step by step through three stunning styles, and easy variations, teaching you to how to create even gathers, perfect kick pleats and contrasting tuxedo pleats. No matter your mattress size, learn how to sew a full decking, or use easy-to-install bands to attach your bedskirt. Plus, get insider tips along the way: from measuring fabric to fuss-free installation. When the class is finished, you’ll have mastered the skills you need to create the bedskirt of your dreams!
Laurie Medford
Laurie Medford is the owner of Centsible Creations, a professional design fabrication and installation company. When it comes to instructing, she is at no shortage. Laurie teaches students nationwide at the Custom Home Furnishings Academy, where sheÂ’s taught since 2005. She also acts as lead educator for both customers and employees at Rowley, a wholesale decorating supply company.
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