Inspirations S.
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Modern beads come in a wide variety of styles, colours and materials and can be used to transform the simple and everyday into something special. Now you can use both traditional techniques and quick short-cuts to create beautiful items to decorate the home. "Beadwork" presents a range of projects in an easy-to-follow step-by-step format, with techniques to suit all levels of experience. Classic beadwork is used to create beaded bottle covers or fringing for cushions. Decorative borders can be made with a bead loom, applied to curtain tie backs or fabric borders. For a contemporary treatment, hang beads from a thin wire, suspended from a pendant lamp or wall sconce. Beads can be clustered together to make an original addition to a mosaic splashback, or threaded onto the fringe of a favourite throw. Throughout, step-by-step photography illustrates the method used, and colour photographs show all the presentation ideas in the home. A hard-working techniques section details the more intricate applications and highlights the essential materials and equipment needed for success.
Working in conjunction with the popular Inspirations magazine, this series of design books presents a fresh look at popular and traditional crafts. A techniques section takes the reader through the essentials of the craft.'
Ribbon has been used throughout history for decoration, and its versatility and ability to transform items in an instant make it an irresistible material for interior designers at all levels. Ribbonwork presents more than 20 practical project ideas, and brings together both traditional techniques and quick short-cuts with exciting results. Today's choice of ribbon textures, colours and styles mean that an astonishing array of effects can be achieved, and by mastering a few simple techniques you will be able to turn the everyday into something truly special. Designed to suit all levels of experience, the projects range from beautiful bows for wrapped gifts to weaving and applique treatments for furnishings and fabrics. Other projects include simple edgings for pillowcases, throws, shelf trims and stationery; Christmas tree decorations; and an embroidered trinket bag. The stunning ideas, presented in over 270 beautiful step-by-step photographs, are guaranteed to delight and inspire.
With clear instructions to take you through the projects, and a useful techniques section to help you master the skills involved, Ribbonwork will allow you to create fabulous embellishments for your home with confidence and success.
With clear instructions to take you through the projects, and a useful techniques section to help you master the skills involved, Ribbonwork will allow you to create fabulous embellishments for your home with confidence and success.
Ribbon has been used throughout history for decoration, and its versatility and ability to transform in an instant make it a great material for interior designers. This book presents over 20 practical project ideas to liven up a room.'