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 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 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 Rescue Restore Redecorate written by Amy Howard and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2018-05-08 with total page 478 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “[The] step-by-step instructions are clear and practically foolproof . . . an essential guide to DIY restoration and antiquing.” ?Publishers Weekly (starred review) Whether you dream of restoring an heirloom to its former beauty, or just want to modernize a flea market treasure, Amy Howard has the design and refinishing secrets you need. Here are all the furniture finishing recipes, techniques, and tips that have made Howard’s beloved classes sold-out success stories, and made Howard herself the go-to guru of refinishing and “use what you have” redecorating. Try your hand at unique painted and faux finishes, and experiment with gold leaf, distressing, and marvelous graining effects. Along the way, you will learn a treasure trove of techniques, as Howard shares before-and-after makeovers from her studio and offers impeccable step-by-step instruction in all that is needed to achieve each look.

Download or read book Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy written by Gavin Phillips and published by . This book was released on 2016-08-22 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy The Complete Beginner's Guide To Chalk Painting Furniture! They say home is where the heart is, and love is what makes a house a home. You know how much you love your own space, and putting in your own personal touches to transform that space from ordinary to just what you needed.Whether you are putting in rugs, décor, paintings, photos, or anything else that comes to mind, you are putting your own special mark on the space and claiming it as your own.With this, you are given so many opportunities to place your own spin on the look, and create a space you are happy to spend your time in. You know you can spend a lot of money on this, or you can go a simpler route and make it your own while you are saving the money in your wallet.One of the easiest ways to do this is with the little wonderful invention known as chalk paint. Chalk paint is something that can take a piece of furniture and make it look brand new, or as old as you want it to look, with just a few minor techniques you can do yourself. This book is going to show you just how to use chalk paint to your advantage. Take that old table, chair, dresser, nightstand, or whatever and turn it into that décor you have always wanted. Transform the look of your home into what you have always dreamed of, and forget spending a lot of money on things you don't need to. Learn how to use chalk paint and transform any piece of furniture Use your skills to create the look you want Take things from old to new to old again with simple directions Make your own style shine through each and every piece And more!

Download or read book The Complete Book of Chalk Lettering written by Valerie McKeehan and published by Workman Publishing Company. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Say it with chalk! Learn the art of hand-drawn chalk lettering from an Etsy superstar in a book complete with chalkboards! Ubiquitous at boutiques and cafés, on Etsy and Pinterest, in stationery and home decor, the art of chalk lettering is hotter than ever. Valerie McKeehan, an Etsy standout, teaches us everything we need to know to create gorgeous hand-drawn chalk designs. In over 60 lessons, learn the ABCs of lettering (literally) and basic styles: serif, sans serif, and script. Next, how to lay out a design, combine various styles into one cohesive piece, and add shadows and dimension. Master more advanced letter styles, from faceted to ribbon to “vintage circus.” Use banners, borders, flourishes. And finally, 12 projects to show off your newfound skills, including a Winter Wonderland Snow Globe; a smartphone-themed birthday card to text friends and family; a one-of-a-kind party invitation to create, photograph, and mail; and a bake sale sign guaranteed to put everyone who sees it in the mood for a cupcake! The book is also a practice space, with three foldout “chalkboards”—the inside cover and foldout back cover are lined with blackboard paper.

Download or read book Drawing with Charcoal Chalk and Sanguine Crayon written by Gabriel Martín i Roig and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Beginner Art Guides instruct in the fundamentals of art, then present a series of projects for the student to master. Projects are presented in order of difficulty, and are supplemented with practical suggestions, ideas for color experiments, and techniques for creating special effects. The final page of each book presents a capsule biography of a famous artist whose work offers classic examples of the title's central subject. This volume summarizes basic art principles for art students and ambitious amateurs, and then presents several dry-medium projects for them to complete. This title presents a brief, enlightening illustrated discussion of James Ensor (1860-1949), a Belgian artist particularly noted for his work in charcoal, chalk, and sanguine."--Publisher's website.

Download or read book Quick and Easy Paint Transformations written by Annie Sloan and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2014-02-21 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this book in one hand and a brush in the other, you can learn how to create different finishes and effects with paint to change everyday rooms and furnishings into something special, all for the price of a pot of paint. The first section of the book tells you everything you need to know before you start - how to prepare surfaces properly, choose the right paint for the right place, use the best tools and select a colour scheme that will work with the room in question. 50 different techniques follow, with step-by-step photos showing you how to achieve the finished look, accompanied by inspirational photos showing the effect used on walls and doors, furniture and floors. Learn how to update old secondhand furniture, or how to give modern pieces a softly-aged appearance, all with the aid of a pot of paint and a brush. Whatever the style of your interiors, Quick and Easy Paint Transformations will show you the best way to makeover your home.By leading the decorative painting revolution over the last 20 years, Annie Sloan has become perhaps the world's most respected expert in decorative paint, colours, and techniques. Alongside her unique and versatile decorative paint, Chalk Paint, Annie has inspired generations with her accessible, lively, and creative approach to getting great results.

Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Creative Painting written by Paula Guhin and published by Creative Publishing international. This book was released on 2010-11-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all aspects of creative painting. It serves as a reference and technique guide for painting with all types of craft and fine arts paints, including acrylics, oils, tempera, watercolor, and pastels. The organization provides easy access to information with step-by-step directions and 700 full-color photos for clear understanding. Galleries of artwork by a wide range of artists offer the reader examples of what can be done with each of the painting categories and inspiration to pursue the hobby for themselves.

Download or read book Beginner s Guide to Painting with Oil Pastels written by Tim Fisher and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018-11-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to paint with oil pastels in this accessible book for the absolute beginner. Learn to paint with oil pastels in this straightforward guide to this relatively unexplored medium. Tim Fisher demonstrates how to use the oil pastels on their own, or in conjunction with acrylic inks and paints and watercolours, on a variety of surfaces to create beautiful paintings that will maintain their vibrancy for years to come. This Beginner's Guide to Painting with Oil Pastels features six full step-by-step projects covering a variety of subjects from animal portraits to boats, harbours and reflections, and introduces the reader to mark-making with oil pastels and using solvents for a textured finish. The book also explains how to preserve, keep and frame your oil pastel works safely.

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 Chalk Art Handbook written by David Zinn and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide for chalk art creators! With so many searching for ways to have fun at home in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, chalk art has become a great way to do so while enjoying some fresh air. The Chalk Art Handbook offers budding artists a review of the tools involved, as well as tips and tricks to creating an array of sidewalk creatures. Artist David Zinn, whose work has been used as inspiration for elementary and middle school art lessons, offers step-by-step guidance on how to make chalk art come to life and advice on specific techniques such as smudging, perspective, and 3-D illusions. He also encourages artists to work outside the box with details on how to best incorporate concrete specks and natural holes or cracks in the ground into their artwork. The Chalk Art Handbook even includes bonus activities to keep everyone drawing happily both indoors and outdoors. The perfect gift for those looking for hours of outdoor fun!

Download or read book The Annie Sloan Collection written by Annie Sloan and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2021-08-10 with total page 660 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annie Sloan's complete guide shows you how to use paint to decorate any of the surfaces in your home. Learn the basic skills for using paint on walls and furniture, alongside masterful techniques for painting floors, fabrics, lighting and more. Her 75 step-by-step projects will guide you through using paint to makeover your home, with clear pictorial instructions alongside helpful tips and tricks. With each project learn the essential skills of stencilling, printing, waxing, gilding and dyeing fabric, as well as how to best use Annie's own Chalk Paint® range. Get inspired with Annie's top tips on choosing colours and perfect palettes to work with. The Annie Sloan Collection contains all you need to know to begin your paint journey, for beginners all the way up to paint aficionados. So get ready to unleash your own creativity with paint!

Download or read book The Art of Chalk written by Tracy Lee Stum and published by . 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 Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy written by Marcus Fletcher and published by . This book was released on 2016-09-17 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chalk Painting Furniture Made Easy The Ultimate Beginners Guide To Chalk Painting Furniture! If you have not heard about Chalk painting of furniture, here is the right point to know. First of all, everyone is talking about this type of painting for many good reasons, secondly, this type of paint goes smooth on furniture and also dries quickly. The paint can be easily sanded to distress the piece of furniture, in order to provide a much deeper and well-worn appearance. Aside from furniture Chalk paint can provide that exceptional antique look and feel you desire, and it requires little time and effort to make. This book has been written to guide you through the process of making your own Chalk paint and then applying the paint in the proper manner, with the use of the right tools, to ensure that you achieve a perfect painting result. Some of the things you will learn from this book are: How to prepare and make your own Chalk painting, to the desired thickness and composition, How to prepare your furniture for chalk painting, Types of Chalk paintings (for instance; basic one colour, and classic style smooth finishing) Colour washing, ideal chalk paint recipe and the necessary steps to take to complete your furniture painting.

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 The Mood Guide to Fabric and Fashion written by Mood Designer Fabrics and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Designers, we’re going to Mood!” More than 10 years ago, Tim Gunn and Project Runway introduced millions of viewers to New York’s ultimate fabric mecca, Mood Fabrics. Now, the experts behind this fabric power- house bring their fabric and fashion know-how—plus their behind-the-scenes stories—to the sewing public. The Mood Guide to Fabric and Fashion is the ultimate guide for home-sewers, fashion students, aspiring designers, and Project Runway fans who want to learn everything they need to know to choose and use quality fabric. Drawing upon the expertise of the Mood staff, the book teaches readers the fundamentals—from where fabric is produced to the ins and outs of its construction—and features a fabric-by-fabric guide to cottons and other plant fibers, wools, silks, knits, and other specialty fabrics.