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Stencil, Paint and Block Print Projects (Decorating furniture)

Stencil, Paint and Block Print Projects (Decorating furniture)

by SheilaMcGraw (Author)

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    Paperback 2002

    $3.44
Synopsis

The four Furniture Decorating books are based on the author's highly successful Painting & Decorating Furniture that has sold over 40,000 copies worldwide. Booklist magazine called it quite probably the best general introduction on furniture decoration that exists. With these four books as guides, anyone can decorate furniture like a professional. This volume teaches time-tested block printing techniques and inspires with new and original treatments, whether you are a novice or a professional. - Stencilling - Stencil patterns - Cutting stencils - New techniques - Freeform - - Reverse-stencilling - Using metallic leaf - Transfers for intricate images - - Paint treatments - Sponging, smooshing and other textures - Crackle - - Metallics and patinas - Paint & craft supplies - Block printing - Paints & glazes - - Rustic prints - Borders & vines - Printing on stained wood/printed backgrounds -

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 128
 Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
Published: 03 Oct 2002
ISBN 10: 1552976173
ISBN 13: 9781552976173

Media Reviews
Individually or as a set, these books will serve as a resource and inspiration for home decorators.--Jim Carlson Country Almanac (03/01/2003)
Step-by-step instructions and beautiful, close-up photography.--Arts and Crafts (04/15/2003)
Whether you're a novice looking for basic instruction or a pro seeking inspirations, this book will teach and inspire.--Indianapolis Star (01/18/2003)
Author Bio

The most original and imaginative ideas are made easy with these masterly guides to decorating furniture. Sheila McGraw, an illustrator and designer, is an avid home sewer, decorator and painter. She has written six craft books, including Papier-Mache for Kids, a best-seller that won the prestigious Benjamin Franklin Award, and illustrated Robert Munsch's international best-seller Love You Forever. She lives near Toronto.