Material is gathered into lines, for decorative effect.

A decorative effect created by material being gathered into lines.

Decorative technique obtained by making multiple rows of gathering.

Gathered fabric treatment accomplished by sliding a curtain through a rod pocket. The rod is smaller than the fabric width. The wider the fabric in comparison to the rod, the greater the fullness.

A method of gathering wide fabric along both long sides to create a soft effect. Often used to emphasize the curve of a sofa or other upholstered piece.

Gathering of material usually used for figure enhancement.

A decorative effect obtained by gathering a section of material into parallel rows.

Shirring refers to a gathered effect in the fabric created when a curtain rod smaller than the fabric is slid through a rod pocket.