Whether readers want to subtly enhance their rooms with cushions, make a big statement with curtains, or go for a contemporary, clean look with blinds, this informative book is for them. The blinds section clearly explains the differences between the wide ranges of blinds available on the market today. It also provides clear diagrams and detailed instructions for making roller, roll-up and Roman blinds. Drawing on their years of experience, Catherine Merrick and Rebecca Day have, for the first t...
This is a collection of projects and ideas on how to design, decorate and customize tiles for all areas of the home. It includes a practical guide to techniques such as stamping, using stencils, decoupage and gilding. The projects offer a variety of tiling ideas for walls, floors, doors, furniture and splash backs, as well as applying tiles to tables, frames, window boxes and pots. You can create distinctive pieces such as a panelled bedhead, kitchen shelf, decorated tray, mirror frame or little...
The Tuscan house, whether a simple homestead or expansive villa, has become one of the most sought-after living environments. Its design is virtually unchanged since the Middle Ages, when landowners in the golden hills of Tuscany built country retreats with gardens, porticoes, and loggias. The landowners often drew upon the natural resources of the region--and it is these materials that give the Tuscan house its unique character. "Tuscan Elements" brings to life the colors, textures, and aesthe...
Paint Saves the Day (Home Decorating)
by Lucianna Samu and Home Decorating
Surround yourself with beautiful knits in every room in your house! Patterns are styled and grouped by room to create a unified look for your Living Room, Porch, Master Bedroom, Guest Bedroom, Office, Kid's Bedroom, and Nursery. All pieces are created using big needles and easy-to-learn stitch patterns, so you can be enjoying your knits in no time. Every room has at least one textured chunky blanket for comfort; other patterns include cushion covers, pillows, baskets and others, all in coordina...
Stamp Your Style on Borders, Friezes and Walls
by Stewart Walton and Sally Walton
Village Hall
"Shabby Chic is as unpretentious as its author, including thoughts about what works and what doesn't, tips on how to shop at a flea market, inspirational photographic illustrations and plenty of encouragement." -Los Angeles Daily News Rachel Ashwell's bestselling guide to home furnishings, flower arrangements, flea-market finds, tag-sale treasures, and more continues to bring American home decorating back to basics with its remarkably down-to-earth yet beautiful aesthetic, showing you how to cap...
The Perfect Guide to Little Space Living#1 Best Seller in Small Homes & Cottages "Joshua and Shelley get you thinking about what you can do to live a little simpler, even if you're not building a tiny house." Mario Soto, Tiny House MD. With this tiny homes idea book, learn how to redefine what a house is and master organization, location, and happiness to make the best of your little space. You'll want to live in a mini house after reading this book. Tiny House Basics is an adventure in off...
Offering ideas to quickly and easily transform this room, this book includes over 30 effects that can make an instant difference. The ideas include revamping surfaces and windows by draping, gluing, tying, stapling and painting.'
Gary Lord has been creating beautiful paint finishes professionally for more than 20 years. This dazzling book marks the first appearance of Lord's trademark techniques in print, featuring 12 step-by-step projects for achieving an array of imaginative effects - from elegant and contemporary to warm and classic. Full-colour photos and Lord's masterful instruction make it easy for home decorators of all skill levels to create: - Simple yet versatile two-colour rag blending and crackle finishing -...