The Ultimate Book of Doing Up Old Junk
THE ULTIMATE BOOK OF DOING UP OLD JUNK offers a wealth of ideas for sourcing and refurbishing junk in a broad range of styles. From a dull chipboard cabinet in the attic to an old chair at a garage... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1853918709
ISBN13:9781853918704
Release Date:January 2000
Publisher:Murdoch Books (AU)
Length:256 Pages
Weight:3.33 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 9.7" x 11.7"
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
It's a down-to-earth book for those of us who want our homes to look personal and lived in.
Wonderful technqiues to spruce up your trash & make it great
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
If you have ever dreamed of tuning trash into treasure this book will show you just how to do it. A wide variety of creative effects will help you transform many useful and exciting pieces for your home.Using old, cheap or run down furniture and decorative items as raw materials, the basics of repair and finish stripping are shown. Then the fun begins with refinishing techniques including painting, decoupage, stenciling, mosaic & gilding.Many variations on the techniques are thoroughly described and illustrated. Over 50 step by step projects include a wide range of items and materials that will provide inspiration for whatever piece you are working on.The book is fully illustrated with clear close up color photos. A series of templates for stenciling is a nice bonus. This book will be a valuable source of ideas for many years to come.
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