Download or read book Creating with Driftwood and Weathered Wood Innovations Inspirations Methods written by Elyse Sommer and published by Random House Value Publishing. This book was released on 1975 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to create beautiful objects for your home out of driftwood or weathered wood.
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 Creating Textures in Pen Ink with Watercolor written by Claudia Nice and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-01-15 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Claudia Nice shows you how to turn ink and watercolors into the coarse-barked trunk of an oak, or the burnished smoothness of brass, or the verdant velvet of moss. Or any of many other things. She shows you how to use dots, fine lines, brushstrokes, black and white, color—a mixture of mediums and techniques—to suggest: • glass • cast iron • adobe and brick • sunrise and sunset • driftwood • leaf textures • basketry • surf and ocean waves • enamelware • rainbows • wood grain • distant trees • eggs and onions • animal hair • and dozens of other textures! You'll learn how to use materials, from technical pens to paint brushes, colored inks to liquid acrylics. You'll discover ways to blot, spatter, stamp and otherwise alter and combine ink and watercolor for exciting texturing effects.
Download or read book The Complete Book of Woodcarving written by Everett Ellenwood and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2014-07-01 with total page 854 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you're a woodcarver expanding your talents, a seasoned carver refining your skills, or a beginner newly introduced to this fulfilling craft, this is the only carving book you need. Brimming with expert instruction and 8 attractive step-by-step woodcarving projects, you'll learn all the classic carving styles and techniques along with the fundamentals of wood and tool selection, sharpening, creating a workspace, and finishing your completed work. Also included is a complete chapter on power carving.
Download or read book Arts and Activities written by and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Catalog of Copyright Entries Third Series written by Library of Congress. Copyright Office and published by Copyright Office, Library of Congress. This book was released on 1976 with total page 1328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Woodworker s Reference Guide and Sourcebook written by John Louis Feirer and published by Scribner Book Company. This book was released on 1983 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Wood characteristics and identification. Standards. Glossaries. Supply sources. Plans and kits. Books, journals, and catalogs. Manufacturers. Associations. Research centers. Furniture collections. Instructional programs and materials"--Jacket.
Download or read book The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget written by Josh Dorfman and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A must-read for anyone who wants to live well and still reduce their impact on the planet.” (David de Rothschild, author of The Global Warming Survival Handbook and host of Sundance Channel’s Eco-Trip: The Real Cost of Living) In The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget, Josh Dorfman takes you inside the latest developments in green living to demonstrate how you can easily and affordably have your designer jeans and your planet too. From raising eco-conscious kids to greening your daily commute, Dorfman provides insights into the next wave of green innovation and the products and services that will lighten your planetary impact and lower your expenses. Find bargain basement deals on stylish organic bedding and bamboo furnishings at the largest retailers in the world. Score instant rebates on everything from compact fluorescent light bulbs to energy-efficient air conditioners. And earn reward points for carpooling with friends. In a time when many people are feeling financially restricted, The Lazy Environmentalist on a Budget is your guide to effortlessly saving the planet while keeping some extra cash in your pocket. “Fun, easy, and inexpensive. Josh Dorfman shows that going green can help you look and feel fantastic, and this time it makes perfect dollars and cents.” —Summer Rayne Oakes, model-activist and author of Style Naturally: The Savvy Shopping Guide to Sustainable Fashion and Beauty
Download or read book Inspired Photography written by The Editors of Photopreneur and published by new media entertainment ltd. This book was released on 2010 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspired Photography is packed with creative ideas to enable any photographer - from enthusiast to professional - to push their work in new directions. Divided into actions, city scenes, the great outdoors, inspiring images and photographic subjects, the book describes 189 sources of inspiration that stimulate creativity and help photographers get more from their passion. You'll discover: - New subjects to shoot in the city, the countryside, the center, and the suburbs. - Original ideas to build on and personalize. - Long-term projects that will keep you and your photography inspired for months. - Quick ideas for instant photographic fun. - Concepts, styles, approaches and techniques that you've never considered with suggestions to get started and resources for further research. - And much, much more. Filled with practical suggestions and exciting ideas, Inspired Photography helps to keep your explorations in photography fresh, challenging and always creative.
Download or read book Craft Horizons written by and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Driftwood Sculpture written by Jean Thornber and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Woodwork written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-04-19 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to build your own bed or put a bookshelf together, find out how to tackle your chosen woodwork task with confidence with Woodwork: A Step-by-Step Photographic Guide. Learn how to master the key woodwork techniques, from simple skills to intricate carving, following clear instructions and photographs. Find out how to use hand, power and machine tools and discover the strengths of over 100 different woods. Packed with inspirational and practical craft projects that are easy-to-follow, this is the only book to give you a complete illustrated woodworking course. Perfect for enthusiasts who want to develop their skills and ideal for the beginner, intermediate and advanced woodworkers alike.
Download or read book Driftwood Furniture written by Derek Douglas and published by Firefly Books. This book was released on 2023-04-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the beach to the backyard. Offers readers a wealth of information... numerous tips and ideas for working and designing with driftwood... of interest to many woodworkers and crafters. -- Library Journal Driftwood is an ideal building material. It is abundant, renewable and - best of all - free for the taking. It is also easy to work with, does not require complicated precision assembly or special tools and the results are guaranteed to be unique since no two pieces of driftwood are the same. Driftwood Furniture will show anyone how to construct unique and useful chairs, tables and benches, arbors and decorative objects. Each project is clearly illustrated and fully explained with black-and-white illustrations. The materials and tools required are listed separately so you'll have everything ready before you start. The results are fun, whimsical and durable. The projects featured in Driftwood Furniture will appeal to novice and experienced woodworkers alike and include: Garden benches Arbors Adirondack chairs Sleigh Patio table Hanging Flowerbox Wine rack Chaise longue Hooded chair, conversation chairs and more chairs Wheelbarrow And much more. From beach to backyard, driftwood furniture is a welcome addition to any home.
Download or read book Everyday Herbs in Spiritual Life written by Micheal J. Caduto and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2012-06-28 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enhance and enrich your spiritual journey with the power of herbs. Herbs have been essential to spiritual beliefs and practices throughout time and history. From Christian Scripture to Hindu observances, Jewish ritual to early Islamic literature, Native American traditions to Buddhist symbolism, plants are seen as a blessing from God and a way to remain in harmony with Spirit. In this fun, informative and engaging guide, you will be delighted by the history of the religious and spiritual use of herbs in many faith traditions and inspired by creative ideas on how to use herbs for spiritual growth. Unique and soul-strengthening activities can teach you how to: Create herbal art inspired by your faith Craft herbal wreaths, pillows and soaps from herbs selected for their spiritual qualities Prepare herbal teas, infused oils, meals and condiments with herbs chosen for their ability to nurture, strengthen and heal Make candles infused with herbs that promote balance and centering Nourish the soul with herbal sachets and potpourri Use incense and smudge sticks to imbue clarity and purity Design a simple herb garden of plants chosen from among different spiritual traditions Construct spaces in which to use herbs for reflection and meditation
Download or read book Bonsai written by Constance Tindale and published by Crowood Press (UK). This book was released on 2001 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a practical manual for bonsai enthusiasts, whether beginners or those with experience of bonsai care. It covers all topics relating to bonsai, from its history through to the skills needed for the creation of individual bonsai styles. Information is given on how trees grow in nature together with detailed step-by-step instructions on all the techniques needed to care for a bonsai tree: watering, feeding and display; pruning for maintenance and reshaping; wiring to shape; re-potting; rocks, groups and landscapes; pests, diseases and hygiene.
Download or read book Index to Handicrafts Modelmaking and Workshop Projects written by Harriet P. Turner and published by Faxon Company. This book was released on 1936 with total page 644 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This index is designed to answer "how to make it" questions.
Download or read book Surfside Style written by Fifi O'Neill and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2020-08-11 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Surfside Style is a celebration of the simple colours, natural textures, and sun-bleached beauty of living by the sea.
