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Author : Jackie Shaw
Release : 1994
Genre : Design
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 658/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Big Book of Decorative Painting by : Jackie Shaw
Download or read book The Big Book of Decorative Painting written by Jackie Shaw. This book was released on 1994. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this complete guide the author gives instruction and design ideas for both untrained and experienced artists.
Author : Donna Dewberry
Release : 2011-12-15
Genre : Crafts & Hobbies
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 093/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Donna Dewberry's Big Book of Decorative Painting by : Donna Dewberry
Download or read book Donna Dewberry's Big Book of Decorative Painting written by Donna Dewberry. This book was released on 2011-12-15. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ultimate Donna Dewberry guide to her popular one-stroke painting technique. This well known author and decorative painter also shares tips and ideas for creating beautifully painted items for the home A must-have guide for decorative painters.
Author : Pat Oxenford
Release : 2008-09-05
Genre : Crafts & Hobbies
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 862/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Tole Painting by : Pat Oxenford
Download or read book Tole Painting written by Pat Oxenford. This book was released on 2008-09-05. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tole painting refers to decorative floral designs applied to tinware, traditionally on trays, coffeepots, teapots, cups, mugs, canisters, document boxes, and match safes. In this book, acclaimed painter Pat Oxenford provides guidance on the tools and materials needed to get started, tips on preparing tin for painting, and techniques for pulling the basic strokes that are the foundation for creating designs. Step-by-step photographs and detailed directions are included for using the strokes to create a variety of folk-art flowers and then several complete projects. A gallery of painted tinware offers inspiration.
Author : Annie Sloan
Release : 2004-02-28
Genre : Architecture
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 523/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes by : Annie Sloan
Download or read book Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes written by Annie Sloan. This book was released on 2004-02-28. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes' explores all the decorative techniques you will ever need to decorate your home creatively, innovatively, and with professional results. Techniques from ragging and sponging to woodgraining and marbling, stencilling with brushes, rollers or spray paints, traditional and modern decoupage, staining wood, and distressing metal leaf are explained with step-by-step instructions and illustrated on walls, furniture, and accessories. Examples of how the effects look using different colours are also included, so that you can choose the perfect combinations for your project.
Author : Priscilla Hauser
Release : 1997-09-15
Genre : Crafts & Hobbies
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 224/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Priscilla Hauser's Book of Decorative Painting by : Priscilla Hauser
Download or read book Priscilla Hauser's Book of Decorative Painting written by Priscilla Hauser. This book was released on 1997-09-15. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best known for her graceful roses and loved by thousands of student painters for her clear and enthusiastic style of teaching, Priscilla Hauser has earned a reputation as "America's First Lady of Decorative Painting." &break;&break;In this complete guide, Priscilla shows you how to paint your own beautiful roses - along with daises, lilacs, violets, poppies, irises, tulips and other lovely flowers. &break;&break;You'll find everything you need to get started: &break;Supplies. A handy guide to all the supplies you'll need for a decorative painting in oils and acrylics, including which brushes to use and how to care for them. &break;Surface Preparations and Finishes. Learn how to properly prepare wood, metal, fabric and other surfaces for your decorative painting. Plus, you'll find easy techniques for creating fabulous finishes such as antiquing and crackling. &break;The Basics. Practice these fundamental skills - from basic brushstrokes to blending - and you'll be painting flowers in no time! &break;&break;Watch your brushstrokes bloom in 22 flower painting projects! Starting with simple patterns and techniques and progressing to more challenging ones, these projects will show you how to paint an assortment of leaves and flowers. Priscilla includes paint-along worksheets for practice; patterns for you to copy; step-by-step photos and instructions; photos of the finishes pieces' and lots of ideas for using your painted flowers to decorate an endless variety of surfaces. &break;&break;Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced painting, Priscilla's techniques and patters will help you fill your home (and friends' homes!) with the ever-fresh beauty of painted flowers.
