The projects throughout the book are designed to kick start your imagination and show you a variety of simple card-making styles and techniques. Straightforward collage, applique, needlepoint, rubber stamping, papercrafting to create 3-D effects, wire work, and decoupage - all techniques that can be easily achieved around the kitchen table in just a couple of hours. All the basic techniques that are used in the projects are explained in the Tips and Techniques section with easy-to-follow photographs showing you how to transfer templates, cut out shapes and stencils, and finish your cards, including making and decorating envelopes. There is also a section on which tools you will need and how to use them, plus an overview of the materials and tools that are required. Rights: UK & General Export
A series of lively books, full of exciting and fun things to make and do. Aimed at 8-12 year olds, each book has 25 ideas for creative play, such as making chunky bracelets or designing t-shirts for sports fans.
With an emphasis on contemporary design, simple techniques and minimum effort, top designer Petra Boase presents over 130 innovative ideas for remodelling and decorating all sorts of objects for the home. Whether you want to revamp an old sofa, brighten up the bathroom with a funky shower curtain or try out a new paint effect. Petra shows you how to do it effortlessly, inexpensively and with style - all in the space of a weekend. Each of the projects, which fall into four main sections - Furniture, Floors & Walls, Windows & Lights, and Accessories - are accompanied by clear instructions and superb photographs. An essential techniques section explains everything from paint effects and stencilling to collage, gluing and sewing. Combining effortless decorating and modern design, Weekend Projects is the definitive makeover bible and will prompt you to pick up your tools straight away.
Here is a makeover book for your home, brimming with tips for adapting everyday objects to suit your budget, taste, and time frame. This handy book is divided into four main sections--Furniture, Floors & Walls, Lighting, and Accessories--illustrated with before and after color photos. Petra Boase, a top home stylist, provides five variations for each example, showing alternative design ideas and materials. Bright, appealing photos depict the miracles that can be achieved by taking a can of paint to a chair, or getting creative with lampshades. A glossary of techniques explains how to execute the projects, listing basic materials and easy-to-follow instructions. Obtaining paint effects such as crackle glaze, woodstaining, patterned glazes, and distressing has never been so simple. Brimming with trade secrets, decoration shortcuts and design ideas, Decorating Makeovers shows readers how to achieve great design with minimal cost and effort. Here is a makeover book for your home, brimming with tips for adapting everyday objects to suit your budget, taste, and time frame. This handy book is divided into four main sections--Furniture, Floors & Walls, Lighting, and Accessories--illustrated with before and after color photos. Petra Boase, a top home stylist, provides five variations for each example, showing alternative design ideas and materials. Bright, appealing photos depict the miracles that can be achieved by taking a can of paint to a chair, or getting creative with lampshades. A glossary of techniques explains how to execute the projects, listing basic materials and easy-to-follow instructions. Obtaining paint effects such as crackle glaze, woodstaining, patterned glazes, and distressing has never been so simple. Brimming with trade secrets, decoration shortcuts and design ideas, Decorating Makeovers shows readers how to achieve great design with minimal cost and effort.Here is a makeover book for your home, brimming with tips for adapting everyday objects to suit your budget, taste, and time frame. This handy book is divided into four main sections--Furniture, Floors & Walls, Lighting, and Accessories--illustrated with before and after color photos. Petra Boase, a top home stylist, provides five variations for each example, showing alternative design ideas and materials. Bright, appealing photos depict the miracles that can be achieved by taking a can of paint to a chair, or getting creative with lampshades. A glossary of techniques explains how to execute the projects, listing basic materials and easy-to-follow instructions. Obtaining paint effects such as crackle glaze, woodstaining, patterned glazes, and distressing has never been so simple. Brimming with trade secrets, decoration shortcuts and design ideas, Decorating Makeovers shows readers how to achieve great design with minimal cost and effort.
A series of lively books, full of exciting and fun things to make and do. Aimed at 8-12 year olds, each book has 25 ideas for creative play, such as making chunky bracelets or designing t-shirts for sports fans.
-- Simple-to-make projects using everyday materials such as cardboard, paints, glitter and glue -- How to make your own festive cards and wraps, as well as Christmas decorations and presents for family and friends -- Clear instructions and safety tips throughout, with full-colour photographs to make each project easy to follow -- Seasonal gift ideas include a wintry woollen scarf and gloves set, Christmas tree earrings, a groovy dog bowl and a Father Christmas hand puppet -- Ideas for all kids ages 7-12 to make themselves and with adult guidance.
How to Throw the Best Kid''s Party Ever contains ideas for every stage of preparation, including fun invitations and decorations, exciting activities and games, snacks and special party cakes as well as fancy dress.
Illustrated throughout, this book contains 200 indoor and outdoor things for kids to do, including baking, great games, making toys, growing plants, creating costumes and much more.
Children will revel in the exciting and colorful activities in this series. The 50 step-by-step projects in each book provide creative fun for both indoors and out.
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