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| | Overview of decorating and remodeling, such as a 1930s cottage, a 1940s Cape Cod, a 1950s ranch, a 1960s split level, and more
Also offers advice for making the most of space when building a new home
How to enhance space—on a small or large scale—to create comfortable, stylish rooms that look and feel larger
Includes creative ways to find plenty of storage
Shows how to use outdoor areas for additional living space
Tips on arranging rooms, upgrading systems, working with building and design pros, and budgeting |
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| | ISBN: 0696217457 Date Published on 7/1/2003 |
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| | Elliott uses her own home as an example of what can be done with cheap finds, and the transformation is quite remarkable and innovative. . . . well-written directions . . . Recommended for public libraries . . . "—Library Journal.
"Elliott uses her Oregonian home as a showcase of basic principles of making something from nothing—or at least from something ordinarily thought unsalvageable . . . save-the-stuff stories abound, and instructions are easy . . . to follow . . . Her creations are wondrously whimsical and imaginative."—Booklist. |
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| | ISBN: 0806976799 Date Published on 3/28/2002 |
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| Whether you want to freshen your bedroom walls or add copper leaf to a picture frame, you can do it in a weekend with these simple, attractive techniques and projects for adding decorative finishes. Everything’s easy to follow: the information on tools, materials, and supplies; instructions for the actual applications; and detailed photos that practically guide your paintbrush. |
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| | ISBN: 1579902588 Date Published on 8/28/2002 |
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| | With their eye-catching design and creative potential, textured and embellished walls have become the newest trend in home décor. Do-it-yourself decorators everywhere want to learn how to use the texturing techniques featured on such networks as HGTV -- and thanks to Spectacular Walls, now they can.
Readers will find:
-38 illustrated, step-by-step projects for walls
-A variety of techniques, including Venetian plaster looks, easy wall glazing and ideas drawn from cake decorating, to create effects ranging from subtle and refined to whimsical and colorful
-A wide array of suggested materials, from drywall mud to decorative papers to faux gems and pearls
With Spectacular Walls, readers can create exciting surfaces that would make anyone proud to be a wallflower! |
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| | ISBN: 1581807279 Date Published on 10/28/2005 |
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| Walls provide endless opportunities for us to express our taste and personality, so it’s surprising how often we resort to painting them in solid colors or covering them with uninspired wallpaper. Now, acclaimed interior designer Linda Barker proves that walls can be much more than backdrops for artwork, neutral surfaces to blend with furniture, or mere room dividers. Whether your home is large or small, classic or contemporary, Barker provides the inspiration to transform your walls into beautiful, decorative pieces, with 100 wall treatments for a variety of looks and budgets, including:
• Novel approaches to traditional paint techniques, including bar-code stripes, stencils, and tattoos
• Wallpaper masks that create bold overlapping patterns for a dramatic effect
• Innovative treatments such as leather or suede paneling, seashell displays, and fabric coverings
• Stunning mosaics created in a few short hours with preconstructed stone sheets
• Inspirations for collages using personal items such as clothing and accessories that you can adapt to reflect your own personal flair
Whether you opt to add a modern twist to a classic treatment, or choose a more unconventional approach, Wall to Wall provides myriad possibilities for creating dramatic style. Linda Barker also helps you approach bare walls without inhibition with down-to-earth advice on basics such as lighting, the proper use of color to create moods, and the perfect textures to complement a room’s composition. Gorgeously illustrated with step-by-step photos and filled with Linda Barker’s characteristic charm and style, Wall to Wall is an invaluable resource for beginners and seasoned decorators alike. |
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| | ISBN: 0307236528 Date Published on 10/25/2005 |
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