Early American Decorating Techniques

Early American Decorating Techniques

Author: Mariette Paine Slayton

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2013-02-20

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13: 0486148351

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Comprehensive guide includes 27 authentic, ready-to-use, full-size patterns for restoring and decorating trays, tinware, boxes, rockers, chairs, walls, and more. Complete instructions.


Early American Country Homes

Early American Country Homes

Author: Tim Tanner

Publisher: Gibbs Smith

Published: 2011-10-01

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 1423620941

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Twenty restored or renovated Early American country homes feature the myriad of different styles from around the country. The homes exude a simplicity that is somewhat rustic and somewhat country in an understated way. Tim Tanner also features some small cabins that have been made livable for today as well as decorating ideas and outbuildings. Early American Country Homes is an inspiration and resource for those who are interested in building, re-creating, restoring, or just enjoying a return to simpler styling in home design.


Early American Country Interiors

Early American Country Interiors

Author: Tim Tanner

Publisher: Gibbs Smith

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1423632761

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Inviting designs that have stood the test of time An idea book for designing beautiful interiors that embody the essence of early American country style--a sense of warmth, comfort, and familiarity. As an advocate that something well designed will stand the test of time, author Tim Tanner has coupled basic design principles with a wealth of examples using wonderful old objects and materials, illuminating effective design ideas for bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms, pantries, and other spaces. Featured homes are from Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Idaho, and Utah. Tim Tanner is a graphic designer, artist, and freelance illustrator. He currently teaches art and design at Brigham Young University, Idaho. He's been involved in home restoration and reproduction using reclaimed materials for more than thirty years. He lives in Teton Valley, Idaho


The Whole Craft of Spinning from the Raw Material to the Finished Yarn

The Whole Craft of Spinning from the Raw Material to the Finished Yarn

Author: Carol Kroll

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1981-01-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9780486239682

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You can master the timeless craft of spinning with this clear, easy-to-follow manual. Everything you need to know from set-up to finished product in order to create distinctive yarns for use in knitting, weaving, crocheting, needlepoint, embroidery, and macrame. Author's preface. 33 illustrations, 10 black-and-white photographs. Bibliography. Sources of Supply.


Reverse Glass Painting

Reverse Glass Painting

Author: Anne Dimock

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 2010-02-19

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 0811741877

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Basic skills from an expert. 14 projects with patterns provided. Full-color, step-by-step photographs.


Indian Blankets and Their Makers

Indian Blankets and Their Makers

Author: George Wharton James

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1974-01-01

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9780486229966

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History, old-style wool blankets, changes brought about by traders, symbolism of design and color, a Navajo weaver at work, more. Emphasis on Navajo. Includes information on the Bayeta blanket, squaw dresses, dyeing, belts, garters, hair braids, imitation blankets, the Chimayó blanket, and reliable dealers. 254 illustrations, 32 in color.