Download or read book Vintage Christmas Crafts written by Sara Toliver and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2005 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presented here are four unique ways to go back in time and add charm to the holidays: Victorian Vintage, Shabby Chic, Country Style, and Personal Vintage. For each style, you'll find enticing projects, decorating ideas, and pictures to inspire creativity and evoke nostalgia. Craft traditional cardboard villages, give new ornaments an antique finish, and create other glorious designs.
Download or read book Have Yourself a Very Vintage Christmas written by Susan Waggoner and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2011-11-25 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recapture the magic of Christmases past with fifty easy-to-make craft projects, candy recipes, and nostalgic retro art! Inspired by the most sought-after treasures from the 1920s through the 1960s, Susan Waggoner recreates a tempting array of decorations and provides step-by-step instructions that allow anyone to deck their halls with cellophane wreaths, glittered glass ornament balls, beaded bell garlands, and whimsical, tinsel-bedecked treat cups. Those pressed for time will also find quick crafts for every decade, along with style notes and decorating tips to pull it all together. Nostalgic art provides a host of images to use in greeting cards and photo holders. And to keep spirits merry and energy flowing, Waggoner includes a sampler of easy-to-make candy recipes, from Mackinac Island Fudge to old-fashioned soft caramels.
Download or read book A Very Vintage Christmas written by Bob Richter and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-07-01 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Very Vintage Christmas embodies the nostalgia and sentimentality associated with the holiday season. Vintage ornaments, lights, decorations, cards and wrapping all conjure up happy memories of Christmases past and serve as tangible mementos of holidays shared with family and friends. In fact, finding these objects, decorating with them and sharing them with others brings an instant feeling of comfort and joy. Coupled with beautiful photographs, tips on collecting, and secret shopping haunts, A Very Vintage Christmas offers a 360-degree look at holiday décor in America and gives suggestions on how to make vintage finds work for today’s audience. While each chapter of A Very Vintage Christmas is unique, there is a common thread that runs through them all: the love of beautiful holiday decorations, and the interest in their history, value, and preservation. The book helps the everyday collector and enthusiast to build their own collection and offers tips on how to make the most of what they’ve got.
Download or read book Little House Living written by Merissa A. Alink and published by Gallery Books. This book was released on 2021-02-23 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The immensely popular blogger behind Little House Living provides a timeless and “heartwarming guide to modern homesteading” (BookPage) that will inspire you to live your life simply and frugally—perfect for fans of The Pioneer Woman and The Hands-On Home. Shortly after getting married, Merissa Alink and her husband found themselves with nothing in their pantry but a package of spaghetti and some breadcrumbs. Their life had seemingly hit rock bottom, and it was only after a touching act of charity that they were able to get back on their feet again. Inspired by this gesture of kindness as well as the beloved Little House on the Prairie books, Merissa was determined to live an entirely made-from-scratch life, and as a result, she rescued her household budget—saving thousands of dollars a year. Now, she reveals the powerful and moving lessons she’s learned after years of homesteading, homemaking, and cooking from scratch. Filled with charm, practical advice, and gorgeous full-color photographs, Merissa shares everything from tips on budgeting to natural, easy-to-make recipes for taco seasoning mix, sunscreen, lemon poppy hand scrub, furniture polish, and much more. Inviting and charming, Little House Living is the epitome of heartland warmth and prairie inspiration.
Download or read book Spun Cotton Christmas Ornaments written by Valerie Lloyd and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-14 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spun Cotton Christmas Ornaments features 5 adorable and beginner-friendly step-by-step projects using affordable materials, from glitter icicles and a bell garland to a snowman figurine and more! Also included is a brief history of spun cotton, helpful sections on materials and techniques, and a gallery of inspirational ornament designs. Accessible for anyone to accomplish no matter their skill level, this guide is a fun and festive introduction to the craft of spun cotton ornaments!
Download or read book Mini Christmas Crochet written by Val Pierce and published by Search Press Ltd. This book was released on 2011-09-01 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Novelty knitters and crocheters will love this collection of mini Christmas projects to crochet ready for the festive season. Val Pierce has designed twenty different projects, including a mini Christmas stocking, a cute reindeer, a snowman, a Christmas cracker, a snowflake, star, Christmas pudding, an angel, a fairy and much more. Full crochet instructions are provided, and each project is simply photographed so that the reader can see the design clearly, and also shown in a sumptuous styled photograph, showing the beautiful possibilities of the finished pieces. There are plenty of ideas for ways of displaying the projects. The mini knits will appeal to those looking for items they can knit up quickly, using up ends of yarn.
Download or read book Christmas Decorations from Williamsburg written by Susan Hight Rountree and published by Colonial Williamsburg. This book was released on 1991 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Superb photography, descriptive text, and 27 charming color drawings present ideas and how-to's for creating wreaths, cones, swags, roping, and other holiday decorations for mantels, stairways, windows, and tables.
Download or read book The Big Ass Book of Bling written by Mark Montano and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-11-13 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fun, flashy, and sassy book for beginner and expert crafters alike—with more than 150 new projects that will add pizzazz to everything from jewelry to tote bags! All that glitters doesn’t have to be gold...and diamonds (even the fake ones!) can be a girl’s—or anyone's—best friend. With Mark Montano’s step-by-step guidance you, too, can let loose your inner fashionista and make fabulous, unique accessories to complement your entire wardrobe! Think outside the box when it comes to materials, and check through your recycling to find treasures In the Bin. Show people your New Mexico style, and make a papier-mâché Zigzag Turquoise Cuff out of newspaper. When the plastic store bags start crawling out from under the sink, tame them with a Fused Plastic Flower Cuff. Make the tree-mendous Nature’s Bling Bag decorated with branches sliced thin. Or Twine Not try the hardware store for some colored twine—and pick up some aluminum flashing to find out why Tin Is “In”? From punk to retro, from bobby pins to safety pins, with more than 150 projects there’s something for everyone, whether you want to glam it up Hollywood-style or go ultra-sophisticated like a newly crowned princess.
Download or read book Crafting with Flannel written by Sarah Ramberg and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Add a flannel flair to every corner of your life with this creative collection of DIY crafts: pillow covers, tote bags, fabric pumpkins, coasters, bookmarks, and more! Very few fabrics elicit such a cozy feeling as flannel. With its universal appeal and inexpensive cost, flannel is a terrific medium to create new décor for your home, a unique accessory to wear, or a thoughtful gift to give. Featuring more than fifty easy-to-follow tutorials, Crafting with Flannel is full of creative and inspired crafts appropriate for all ages and skill levels. From quick and easy projects that take just minutes to make, to more robust ideas on a larger scale, the step-by-step instructions inside this book will help you create: Handmade gifts Personalized accessories Cozy home décor Festive holiday trimmings And so much more! Plaid never goes out of style, so channel the flannel and start crafting with it!
Download or read book A Compendium of Curiosities written by Tim Holtz and published by . This book was released on 2014-01-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Not your typical how to book, but inspirational papercraft and mixed media projects designed by Tim Holtz.
Download or read book Kirstie s Christmas Crafts written by Kirstie Allsopp and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2013-09-26 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hand-make your perfect Christmas with Kirstie Nothing shows how much you love someone more than a handmade gift, card or decoration. And the pleasure is just as much in the planning and making as it is in giving and receiving. In this ultimate celebration of Christmas, Kirstie has brought together over 50 of her favourite festive projects to make, bake and create.
Download or read book Vintage Christmas Scrapbook Paper Pad 8x8 Scrapbooking Kit for Papercrafts Cardmaking DIY Crafts Holiday Theme Retro Design written by Crafty As Ever and published by Crafty as Ever. This book was released on 2020-07-02 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Decorative craft paper with a Vintage Christmas design for your art journaling and scrapbook ideas Specialty designer paper book to cut, tear, and collage 6 designs 2 of each, 8x8 Inches, Double-sided sheets, non-perforated Our unique collection of colorful backgrounds and craft paper is perfect for all kinds of crafting, stationery, decoupage, origami, invitations, printmaking, bookbinding, handicraft, handmade paper beads and jewelry, as well as other crafty art projects.
Download or read book Vintage Crafts written by Clara Lidström and published by Skyhorse. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vintage flair isn’t just classy and cute; it’s fun to create and perfect for any budget! So let your creativity run wild on trips to the flea market, and don’t back down from that deal at the yard sale. With Vintage Crafts, use paper scraps, teacups, and a splash of paint to decorate your house room by room. More than just a craft book, Vintage Crafts features recipes fresh from the countryside, lessons for safe and easy outdoor improvement, and tips for keeping your house eco-friendly. This is the ultimate home decor resource from Sweden’s number one lifestyle blogger, Clara Lidström. Learn to liven up secondhand clothes, turn old fabrics into patchwork projects, and interject some ’50s-era chic into your thrift store finds. Elegant, old-style country projects include: Champagne box bookshelves Wallpapering with maps Silhouette frames Baby shoe flower planters Bark and twig lanterns And so much more to make with your two hands and flea market bargains! So look around: if your house is full of scraps and never-used knickknacks, turn them into something beautiful, useful, and made by you! With Vintage Crafts at your crafting table, your hands will never be idle again!
Download or read book Vintage Christmas Ephemera written by Ville vintage and published by . This book was released on 2021-11-08 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The selected book contain a great variety over 120 beautiful authentic vintage Christmas illustrations images all available in one book That are sure to elevate any project. Perfect for gift tags, card making, mixed media, paper ornamentsjournaling, card making, collage, mixed media, and a variety of other crafts , Get your own copy now and start crafting , Have fun ! Features: 19 sheets 8.5 x 11 +120 images Dark Vanilla vintage paper on back side for easy crafting Perfect for your arts and crafts projects! Easy To Cut Out And Collage, Junk Journal Embelishments and Card making
Download or read book Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations written by SSW Editors and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delightful Decorations and Gifts to Make with Your Scroll Saw Create holiday masterpieces for the home, family and friends with the tried-and-true scroll saw projects and patterns from the archives of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts. This collection of holiday favorites features fretwork, compound-cuts, intarsia, and inlay projects for ornaments, wreaths, Santas, portraits, candleholders and more. Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations also features a stunning gallery of work. Readers will gain information and inspiration from some of scrolling's leading experts including Judy Gale Roberts, Kathy Wise, Sue Mey, Paul Meisel, John Nelson, Theresa Ekdom, Tom Sevy, Volker Arnold, and more. There is a project inside Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations for everyone, from beginners to advanced craftsmen. With step-by-step instructions and color photos, readers are guaranteed a very merry scrolling experience. Some of the projects inside: " Vintage Fretwork Sleigh Scene " Poinsettia Wreath " Inlay Snowman Ornaments " 12-Piece Intarsia Nativity Set " Christmas Card Tree
Download or read book Christmas Crochet Patterns 25 Vintage Christmas Crochet Patterns Ornaments Angels Santa Snowflakes Dolls and More written by Craftdrawer Crafts and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-03-31 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas Crochet Patterns 25 Vintage Christmas Crochet Patterns Ornaments, Angels, Santa, Snowflakes, Dolls and More Timeless crochet Christmas patterns that will take you back to a time when crochet gifts where exchanged all over the world! These vintage classics to crochet include some of our all-time favorites from kitchen pot holders to snowflakes, dolls and ornaments. Whether you want to make a quick gift for a friend or family member or decorate your home in a variety of crocheted Christmas items there is lots to choose from. Plus, you can make most of these items up in a few hours with your favorite colors for Christmas. The original vintage crochet patterns called for thread, cotton or worsted weight yarn which can easily be crocheted with today's modern materials. While the pattern maybe vintage, the ideas can be made for years to come. Christmas crochet patterns include 25 patterns to make for gifts or to hang on the tree. Get started making your Christmas gifts today and make a few to sell at Christmas time to earn a little extra for your holiday spending. A few of the patterns are just simple yarn crafts made using cardboard and are fun to make with the kids. There are also blank journal pages for you to write notes and ideas down on in between some of the patterns and at the end of the book. Patterns Include: Christmas Tree Potholder Cornucopia Décor Christmas Doll Blue Dress Christmas Doll Red Dress Christmas Tree Loop Stitch Dog Fairy Princess Christmas Color Bells Holly Wreath Ornament Holly Wreath Curtain Pulls Jack Frost Ornament Jolly St. Nick Ornament Mary Christmas Doll Mr. and Mrs. Santa Pins Santa Claus Doll Santa Claus Star Santa Ornament Snowflake More Snowflakes Snowman Star Ornament Candy Cane Tree Top Angel Angel Ornament Bun Warmer and Glass Jacket
Download or read book Kitschmasland written by Travis Smith and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to Kitschmasland in a fun and nostalgic look at our infatuation with Christmas holiday decor from the 1950s and through the 1970s. This beautiful revised book covers the gamut of decorations - some whimsical, some beautiful - and a treasure trove of campy kitsch that the author calls Kitschmas! Join a magical tour of retro homes decked out for the holidays, and enjoy a variety of festive holiday decorations from our not-too-distant past. Featuring vintage Christmas ornaments, trees, ceramics, and more, over 400 color photos and vintage magazine images are used to illustrate this whimsical journey through some of our favorite decades. This book is a delight for Kitschmas fans, decorators, and the thousands of people devoted to mid-century decor and design.
