The Decoupage Sourcebook

The Decoupage Sourcebook
Author: Jocasta Innes
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Publishing
Total Pages: 96
Release: 1995
Genre: Decoupage
ISBN: 9781850297314

Introduces the techniques and equipment required for decoupage, and provides pages of ready to use decoupage motifs.

Decoupage

Decoupage
Author: Eleanor Hasbrouck Rawlings
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 202
Release: 1975-01-01
Genre: Design
ISBN: 9780486231822

Over 550 florals, animals, letters, shells, period costumes, frames, and much more. Printed on one side of page. 8 color plates. Instructions.

Design Strategies in Architecture

Design Strategies in Architecture
Author: Geoffrey Howard Baker
Publisher: Spon Press
Total Pages: 319
Release: 1996
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 0419161309

In this second edition an additional section outlines the relationship between some current perceptions of science, art, and philosophy, and how these impinge on architecture.

Victorian Christmas

Victorian Christmas
Author: Michelle Lovric
Publisher: Stewart Tabori & Chang
Total Pages: 48
Release: 1995
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781556704215

Using traditional Victorian methods of decoupage and painting techniques such as faux-plaid and simple gilding, the authors have designed ten Christmas gifts that anyone can make. In addition to complete instructions, the book also contains a history of all the customs and rituals of Victorian Christmas, charming festive quotations from literature, and seasonal recipes. 75 embossed cut-outs.

Collage Sourcebook

Collage Sourcebook
Author: Jennifer Atkinson
Publisher: Rockport Publishers
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2005-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781592531011

The beauty of collage art appeals to all people. Anyone from the hobbyist to the fine artist can use collage techniques to add creativity and dimension to their work. This book provides creative instruction and inspiration through a wide range of projects, and is sure to stimulate ideas and help hobbyists and artists overcome creative blocks. Collage Sourcebook is a comprehensive compilation of our two top collage titles, Collage Art, by Jennifer Atkinson, and Collage for the Soul, by Holly Harrison and Paula Grasdal. Dozens of techniques are demonstrated in visual step-by-step instructions and use a variety of materials, from paper and fabric to found objects. Tips for getting started and using a variety of techniques, such as photo transfer, gold leaf, encaustic, assemblage, photo montage, computer collage, fabric collage, cast-paper-pulp collage, tissue-paper collage, decoupage, painting and printing on paper, working with water-soluble oil pastels, frottage, texturing or altering paper, and altering books, makes this a valuable go-to resource for the collage artist.

Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes

Annie Sloan's Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes
Author: Annie Sloan
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2004-02-28
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781843400523

'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.

Homemade

Homemade
Author: Carol Endler Sterbenz
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 802
Release: 2011-10-18
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1416547177

Outlines key techniques for everything from scrapbooking and beading to flower arrangements and children's crafts, providing step-by-step, illustrated instructions and lists of required tooks and materials.

John Derian Picture Book

John Derian Picture Book
Author: John Derian
Publisher: Artisan Books
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2016-10-04
Genre: Design
ISBN: 1579656471

New York Times Bestseller Named one of the Best Gift Books of the Year by Entertainment Weekly, InStyle, House Beautiful, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Luxe Interiors + Design, People StyleWatch, Garden & Gun, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Tribune, New York Magazine, and more John Derian’s home goods empire reaches far and wide—in addition to the four John Derian stores he owns in New York and Massachussetts, his products are sold by more than 600 retailers worldwide, including Neiman Marcus, ABC, and Gump’s in the United States; Conran and Liberty in the UK; and Astier de Villatte in Paris. It all started with his now-iconic collectible plates decoupaged with 19th-century artwork sourced from old and rare books, a process that credited him with elevating the decoupage technique into fine art. Over the past 25 years, the brand has expanded greatly to include home and general design gifts and products. Now, for the first time ever, comes the book John Derian fans have been waiting for. Culled from the thousands of images that have appeared in his biannual collections, here is an astoundingly beautiful assortment of nearly 300 full-bleed images in their original form. From intensely colored flowers and birds to curious portraits, hand-drawn letters, and breathtaking landscapes, the best of John Derian is here. The result is an oversized object of desire, a work of art in and of itself, that brilliantly walks the line between commerce and art, and that is destined to become the gift book of the season.

Shibori Designs & Techniques

Shibori Designs & Techniques
Author: Mandy Southan
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-12-10
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1844482693

Mandy Southan takes the art of Shibori, in which fabric is bound, clamped or stitched before dyeing, and goes beyond the traditional blue and white to create fabrics in a fabulous array of colours, patterns and textures. Clear step by step photographs and instructions demonstrate how to use acid dyes and cold water reactive dyes in a variety of creative ways. Mandy then demonstrates shibori techniques such as binding, hand painting, capping, stitching, folding and clamping, pole winding and pole wrapping can be used to create truly wonderful dyed fabrics.