Download or read book How to Paint Furniture written by Annie Sloan and published by . This book was released on 2001-03-22 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The extensive style directory contains over 60 specially designed decorated pieces of furniture, creating a library of decorative techniques and how to use them.'

Download or read book Chalk Art and Lettering 101 written by Amanda Arneill and published by Blue Star Press. This book was released on 2017-12-08 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Calligraphy and lettering, in chalk! Chalk art and lettering are all around: on menu boards at a favorite local coffee shop, brightening sidewalk easels at street fairs, and in lively artwork found in the home. Chalk art and lettering pros Amanda Arneill and Shannon Roberts have teamed up to provide friendly, step-by-step instruction in chalk lettering and art, teaching you all you need to know to create your own chalk masterpieces: • Getting started: the basics of making and seasoning your own chalkboards • Lettering: various alphabets and lettering styles • Illustration: steps and processes in chalk art, including banners, flowers and more • Design: brings lettering and art techniques together with guided chalk projects ideas

Download or read book Chalk Painting 101 written by Robyn Clemens and published by . This book was released on 2017-08-07 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Chalk Painting 101, art teacher and chalk paint artist, Robyn Clemens, shares 10 simple steps to transform your home with one-of-a-kind chalk painted pieces. She offers easy-to-follow techniques that can be applied to any of your furniture or home d�cor projects. Robyn demystifies the chalk painting process as only an art teacher can, with step-by-step instructions and inspiring before and after pictures. Her expert tips will make you want to pick up a brush and start painting!

Download or read book Amazing Furniture Makeovers written by Jen Crider and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2019-06-04 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Upcycle Your Secondhand Bargains into Stunning Statement Pieces Full of inspiring ideas for seasoned refurbishers and the know-how to get anyone started, Amazing Furniture Makeovers helps you give your antique pieces new life without losing any of their vintage charm. Jen Crider, founder of Girl in the Garage, breaks down everything you need to know about furniture makeovers—from basic chair reupholstery to remaking coffee tables into benches. There won’t be an article of furniture you can’t make more beautiful, functional, and personal. This book makes it easy to transform whatever old or wobbly furniture you have into something better than new. Each chapter walks you through unique projects to illustrate Jen’s straightforward approach to furniture styling and repair, and these techniques can be used on a variety of pieces. Learn to decoupage a bookcase with maps for a classy look. Transfer original images onto large-scale furniture for a style all your own. Dress up an end table with a distressed paint job to add farmhouse flair to any room. Every new technique will give you the confidence you need to get remarkable results on your first makeover—and every makeover after.

Download or read book Art Teacherin 101 written by Cassie Stephens and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Art Teacherin' 101 is a book for all elementary art teachers, new and seasoned, to learn all things art teacherin' from classroom management, to taming the kindergarten beast, landing that dream job, taking on a student-teacher, setting up an art room and beyond. It's author, Cassie Stephens, has been an elementary art teacher for over 22 years and shares all that she's learned as an art educator. Art teachers, home school parents and classroom teachers alike will find tried and true ways to make art and creating a magical experience for the young artists in their life.

Download or read book Annie Sloan s Complete Book of Decorative Paint Finishes written by Annie Sloan and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2004-02-28 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: '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.

Download or read book Furniture Makeovers written by Barb Blair and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2013-04-09 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transform tired furniture into stunning showpieces: “A fabulous how-to volume for everything from sanding to decoupage and beyond.” —The City Sage blog You’ll never look at a hand-me-down dresser the same way again! This book offers twenty-six easy-to-follow techniques that can be applied to all different types of pieces, from bookshelves to desks: painting, applying gold leaf, wallpapering, distressing, dip dyeing, and more. In addition to the core techniques, author and Knack Studios founder Barb Blair shares thirty beautiful before-and-after makeovers from her studio and outlines how to achieve each look. With helpful step-by-step photographs, a visual glossary explaining all the tools and materials needed, and a lovely contemporary aesthetic, Furniture Makeovers is a treasure trove of ideas and instruction for the home decorator. “Her amply illustrated book shows why her repurposed furniture is in demand.” —Publishers Weekly

Download or read book Rock Art Handbook written by Samantha Sarles and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2019-10-01 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • With more than 30 step-by-step tutorials, this is the comprehensive rock art resource. • Covers many different craft techniques for decorating rocks: puffy paint, acrylic paint, oil pastels, gelatos, art pens, and more. • Parenting resource—Great craft for parents to do with kids. Cross-merchandizing opportunity with paints and pens. • The author’s rock doodling Facebook video has nearly 2 million views; her galaxy rock video has 500,000+. • Featured in a recent TODAY show report, “kindness rock” painting is a full-scale trend!

Download or read book Young House Love written by Sherry Petersik and published by Artisan. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.

Download or read book A Beginners s Guide to Chalk Painting written by Plaid Enterprises and published by Leisure Arts. This book was released on 2014-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy written by Norman Porter and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-29 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy The Complete User Guide - Learn How To Become An Expert In 24 Hours Or Less! This eBook, "Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy: The Complete User Guide - Learn How To Become An Expert In 24 Hours Or Less!" is a must read for all those people out there who love to play with paints and want to learn more and more about various techniques of applying chalk paint on furniture. This eBook contains all the basic knowledge that you must know before jumping into the world of chalk painting. It contains all information about the numerous methods through which you can make the chalk paint on your own at your home. It also sheds light on some of the chalk painting techniques for furniture and the procedures in brief details. It also tells you all the mistakes that you must avoid during the paint. It contains a comprehensive list of do's and don'ts of furniture painting as well. Here is a preview of what you'll learn: Basics of Chalk Painting Furniture Tips to Make Your Own Chalk Paint Chalk Painting Techniques for Furniture Do's and Don'ts of Furniture Painting Step-by-Step Procedure of Chalk Painting If you are paint loving person and dares to do all kind of experiments with the techniques and methods of furniture painting then this eBook is a gift for you. It contains all what you would love to know before stepping into the wonderful world of chalk painting. Download your copy today and become the ultimate furniture chalk painting pro! Happy downloading!

Download or read book Chalk Painting for Beginners written by Ashley Linda and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-08-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CHALK PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS Did you know creating stylish furniture and home décor doesn't have to be stressful? With this guide and a little chalk paint, you will discover how simple it can be to turn your hand-me-down furniture and thrifted finds into one-of-a-kind treasures. Why settle for cookie cutter décor when you can paint unique statement pieces for your home that reflect your personal style? Chalk Painting For Beginners will empower you to create a collected over time vibe in your home without breaking the bank. Since the book is written with beginners in mind, the process is simple and completely stress free. The step-by-step techniques will make you want to pick up a brush and start painting!

Download or read book Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy written by Caroline Reynolds and published by . This book was released on 2016-11-06 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy The Ultimate Beginners Guide To Mastering Chalk Painting Furniture Chalk painting is an incredibly easy way to make old furniture look good. It doesn't matter whether you want to renovate a tabletop for your home or you are looking to upcycle old pieces for a profit, chalk painting is the way to go. In this guide, you will learn everything you need and want to know about chalk painting. Here is a preview of what you'll learn: Chapter 1 - Why use chalk paint? Chapter 2 - How to paint & distress furniture with chalk paint Chapter 3 - Applying a wax finish Chapter 4 - Upcycling furniture Chapter 5 - Other tips and tricks

Download or read book The Art of Chalk written by Tracy Lee Stum and published by Rockport Pub. This book was released on 2016-05-15 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Chalk includes over 200 color photos, along with tips and techniques from the world's most inspiring artists and designers in the world of chalk art.

Download or read book Annie Sloan s Chalk Paint Workbook written by Annie Sloan and published by CICO Books. This book was released on 2015-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annie Sloan brings you a creative workbook for all your color and design ideas. Paint and sketch, stick and collect, write and reflect—Annie Sloan’s Paint Workbook is a creative journal for all of your colorful thoughts and design inspirations. Divided into six themed chapters—Bohemian and Vintage, Rustic Country, French Elegance, Traditional Swedish, Modern Retro and Warehouse, and Coastal—Annie gives you her own personal decorating hints and tips about the colors and elements that make up these key decorating styles. Whether you’re redecorating a room and can’t decide on the color scheme, covering some pillows and having problems choosing between fabrics, or simply in need of somewhere to sketch out your ideas, this workbook is a space in which you can jot down your thoughts, and play with different shades and patterns. There are pages on which you can write notes, stick in images, draw shapes, paint color samples, and experiment with your style. There are also six pocketed card dividers where you can store magazine cuttings, paint charts, and more. This beautifully designed journal will become a record of your creativity, as well as a chance to reflect upon your various projects. With handy decorating tips, drawings, and suggested activities, inspiration will come in abundance!

Download or read book The Art of Chalk written by Tracy Lee Stum and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2016-05-15 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The award-winning street painter provides inspiration for and demystifies the processes of chalkboard art, pastel painting, and street painting. Chalk, a ubiquitous and versatile implement made from limestone, is much more than a humble tool for jotting impermanent notes. With a wide range of uses in art and design, chalk is quickly becoming a favorite of artists around the world to create impressive works of art. In The Art of Chalk, noted street painter Tracy Lee Stum takes an inspiring look at the many exciting creative applications for this easily accessible medium. With a historic overview of chalk’s origins as an art medium, and how its artistic uses have evolved over the centuries, this book is a wealth of knowledge for anyone looking to get creative with this time-honored art medium. Featuring the impressive work of some of today’s most prominent artists and designers, The Art of Chalk explores helpful and inspiring techniques used in typography and lettering, fine art, and the intricate, elaborate, and mind-bending chalk designs known as street art. In the resources section, you’ll even find a detailed listing of chalk festivals held around the world.

Download or read book Preschool Art written by MaryAnn F. Kohl and published by Gryphon House, Inc.. This book was released on 1994 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 200 activities encourage children to explore and understand their world through art experiences that emphasize the process of art, not the product. The first chapter introduces basic art activities appropriate for all children, while the subsequent chapters, which build on the basic activities in the first chapter, are divided by seasons. Activities are included for painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, and construction. Indexes organized by art medium and project name help teachers plan. 260 pages. - Benjamin Franklin Award - Early Childhood News Director's Award "Preschool Art" is a lifesaver . . . All the activities are easy, all are fun--the emphasis here is on the process, rather than specific results--and none require any elaborate materials . . . a real find.--"Sesame Street Parents," "Picks for Parents" ""Preschool Art" offers help to parents of preschoolers struggling to meet the challenge of their children's creative impulses. Prodigies aside, most kids this age aren't interested in the final product; they are into the doing of art . . . . There is no right or wrong way, only their way. Kohl understands. She explains how to make and use many kinds of art materials based on the concept that the process not the product, is important. From old standbys like play dough to new craft discoveries like liquid crayons and frozen balloons, she provides hundreds of ways to enjoy and explore the creative process."--"MetroParent," Milwaukee, Wisconsin "Kohl offers 250 projects complete with materials, processes and illustrated variations. She also adds practical hints that troubleshoot anticipated problems. The recipes are valuable well beyond the preschool years."--"SchoolArts" Other art books by MaryAnn Kohl: "The Big Messy Art Book" (Gryphon House), 0-87659-206-X "Cooking Art" (Gryphon House), 0-87659-184-5 "Global Art" (Gryphon House), 0-87659-190-X