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	Practical Paint Effects for Furniture, Fabric and Finishing Touches This book features over 25 practical projects and hundreds of creative ideas for adding colour and style to your household accessories, fabrics and furniture. It includes step-by-step instructions for all the paint-decorating techniques, such as sponging, combing, colourwashing, ragging, stippling, stencilling and stamping. It is illustrated with over 300 full-colour photographs, artworks and templates to help you to create professional-looking designs. This book features a detailed an illustrated guide to painting equipment and techniques, and instructions on working with colour and how to mix paint recipes. The main part of the book consists of over 25 inspirational projects, each focusing on a different household item. Ideas include a crackle-glaze picture frame, a seashore bathroom set, gilded candles, stamped wrapping paper, a Scandinavian table and a folk-art chair. There is something for every level of expertise and ability, from simple projects such as a sponged lamp base to more complicated projects such as a harlequin screen. Author: Sacha Cohen & Maggie Philo Publisher: Anness Publishing ISBN: 9781844762262 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $24.95 Our Price: $22.21
	Creative Wallpaper An eye-catching showcase of the most beautiful, contemporary wallpaper design, this guide presents 40 projects and over 200 colour photographs. On display is a wonderful variety of patterns, from modern geometrics and stripes to feminine florals, light reflective metallics, and designs that imitate hard surfaces and natural fibers. The dozens of clever ideas include applying paper in vertical strips or in a patchwork pattern, or papering just half a wall. For something different, use paper other than conventional manufactured wallpaper, from worn old maps and sheet music to shimmering joss paper and metal foil squares. Try borders, decoupaged images, or papering a ceiling for an attention-grabbing decorative statement. Author: Lyna Farkas & Paige Gilchrist Publisher: Lark Books,U.S. ISBN: 9781579907433 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $24.95 Our Price: $22.21
	Curtains to Sew Window treatments can play a vital role in a room's personality - and these 15 projects are simple to make, marvellous to look at, and thoroughly up-to-date. The designs are clean and contemporary, using popular sewing techniques such as exposed raw edges. With the help of an easy-to-follow and a generously illustrated basics section, novices will quickly master all the skills. They'll learn how to make various headings (casings, tabs, grommets, ties) and different ways of constructing an assortment of curtains - lined, unlined, or cafe style. Select from funky valance, smooth shades, ribbon sheers, serious silk curtains and perfectly pleated draperies. Many of the projects incorporate the hottest new embellishments, including embroidery, trims and sequins. Author: Valerie Van Arsdale Shrader Publisher: Lark Books,U.S. ISBN: 9781579907945 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $23.95 Our Price: $21.32
	Custom Slipcovers Made Easy "Custom Slipcovers Made Easy" features a range of stylish projects to create seasonal "clothing" for furniture that is practical and durable. Simple instructions and over 200 photographs enable first time sewers to learn a new skill and skilled sewers to try something new to liven up any living space. The 25 projects include a wide array of furniture coverings for chairs, sofa sleepers, love seats, a child's chair and a daybed. Author: Elizabeth Dubicki Publisher: Books Americana Inc.,U.S. ISBN: 9780896895188 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $34.99 Our Price: $31.14
	Surface Preparation for Interior House Painting Surface Preparation for Interior House Painting is the easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide to preparing surfaces for paint, decorative paint and faux finish. The author, Steve Broujos, is a house painting contractor, decorative painter and instructor of interior surface preparation at The Finishing School (www.thefinishingschool.com), one of the nation's finest schools for the art of decorative painting and faux finishing. Author: M Broujos Steven Publisher: Learn Surface Prep LLC ISBN: 9781933073613 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $80.95 Our Price: $72.05
	Fantastic Floorcloths You Can Paint in a Day Those who want to give their home a new look without the time and expense of an extensive redecoration will love the great ideas in this book including: 21 canvas floorcloths and 2 sisal mat painting projects simple enough to create in a few hours Fun-to-paint designs for every room of the house, every season of the year and every painting skill level - including a child's level 12 accessory ideas for a coordinated look Designs ranging from florals to graphic patterns to holiday motifs, including some especially appropriate for kids' rooms Fantastic Floorcloths You Can Paint in a Day makes adding creative touches to the home as easy as picking up a paintbrush. Author: Julie Diephouse & Lynne Deptula Publisher: F&W Publications Inc ISBN: 9781581806038 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $39.95 Our Price: $35.56
	Sew Pretty Homestyle Create beautiful accesories to enhance your home using stunningly simple but incredibly effective techniques. A subtle colour palette and lovable designs combine to create a fresh and fun collection of over 35 projects. Easy-to-follow instructions, gorgeous colour photos and delightful illustrations accompany each project. With ideas for the enitire home from the kitchen to children's bedrooms, everyone will find a project they adore. Author: Tone Finnanger Publisher: David & Charles PLC ISBN: 9780715327494 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $29.99 Our Price: $26.69
	Wendy Baker's Curtain Recipes 60 original designs for curtains and blinds along with basic sewing techniques on how to make them. Ideas from this book are also available on Curtain Recipe Cards. Author: Wendy Baker Publisher: Shoestring Book Company ISBN: 9780953293957 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $31.95 Our Price: $28.44
	Sunset Encyclopediaopedia of Window Treatments - The most comprehensive collection of today's window treatment options in various configurations - More than 1,000 full-color illustrations and photographs - Visual glossary identifies various elements of window treatments - Offers complementary pillow and tabletop ideas throughout - Special section on measuring windows and estimating yardage - Problem/Solution guide presents ideas for challenging window configurations Author: Sunset Publisher: Sunset Books,U.S. ISBN: 9780376017499 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $31.95 Our Price: $28.44
	The Shade Book Includes dozens of shade ideas. Author: J Lindahl, Laurie Adam Publisher: Palmer-Pletsch Associates ISBN: 9780935278552 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $21.95 Our Price: $19.54
	Curtains, Draperies and Shades Author: Carol Spier Publisher: Sunset Books,U.S. ISBN: 9780376017406 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $27.95 Our Price: $24.88
	Matthew Haly's Book of Upholstery At Matthew Haly's custom-upholstery studio in Manhattan's NoHo district, the demand for his work is incredibly high--and often, so is the price tag. That inexpensive flea-market find seemed great until you discovered just how much it would cost to have it reupholstered. But don't let the professional's price tag deter you. In "Matthew Haly's Book of Upholstery," Haly--the go-to upholsterer to Manhattan's interior design crowd--shares his craft: all the details, secrets, and tips to help you restore the original beauty to a haggard piece of furniture with your own hands--and put the savings into fabric that will make you swoon! He draws from more than two decades of experience to provide you with the expertise you need to give that sofa, chair, stool, window, or tabletop a makeover like a professional. Upholstery can be challenging, so Haly has provided straightforward projects to help you build the skills every upholsterer needs--from determining how much fabric you'll need for the job to adding just the right trims and finishes. Begin by sewing a simple pillow, a table runner, and a lampshade. Once you've mastered these basic projects, hone your measuring skills by making a lined round tablecloth, then embark on your first piece of furniture, a stool with decorative nails. Each project is designed with the home upholsterer in mind, but Haly never oversimplifies, cheats on techniques, or cuts corners for the sake of making it appear easy. And only Haly gives you tips on how to pick out the pieces of furniture with good bones that are really worth the effort. With projects ranging from a handsome bolster, casual floor cushion, and floor-length curtains to a multipurpose folding screen, refined headboard, and fully slipcovered dining chair, both novice and seasoned sewers will find inspiration. User-friendly yet packed with information from an industry insider, "Matthew Haly's Book of Upholstery" is a thorough primer on upholstery, sharing all the know-how you... Author: Kathleen Hackett & Matthew Haly Publisher: Random House Publishers ISBN: 9780307405678 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $55.95 Our Price: $49.80
	Pillow Book In the same winning format as Amy Butler's In Stitches and Lotta Jansdotter's Simple Sewing, this gorgeous book offers 25 pillow patterns for every room in the home. Crafter Shannon Okey creates gorgeous styles (some beginner-friendly, most intermediate to advanced) to keep up with the latest interior decor trends. Domino-esque photography showcases bed pillowcases and shams, oversize floor and pet pillows, bolsters, chair and bench cushions, and more. Best of all, we've tucked reusable pattern pieces in the pocket inside this beautiful lay flat book. Author: Shannon Okey Publisher: Chronicle Books ISBN: 9780811860857 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $46.95 Our Price: $41.79
	Thimbleberries Making Your House a Home Sumptuous prints with a touch of tradition combine in this inspirational and idea-filled reissue of Lynette Jensen's classic Making Your House a Home. It includes 14 quilting projects including bed quilts, coordinating pillows, rugs, and table decor colour options, hints, tips, and suggestions dozens of illustrations and full-colour photos and reliable step-by-step instructions. Author: Lynette Jensen Publisher: Landauer Publishing ISBN: 9780980068825 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $44.95 Our Price: $40.01
	Sandra Betzina Sews for Your Home This new book from an acclaimed sewing author puts a unique spin on creative decorative projects for every room the house. Sandra Betzina has teamed up with interior decorator Debbie Valentine to create projects that are stylish and appealing, yet easy for amateur sewers to tackle. - Pillows - Sleeping Comforts - Window Coverings - Slipovers - Table Coverings - - Kids' & Pets' Accessories - Seating - Dining & Entertaining - Outdoors - * Complete step-by-step instructions, along with over 400 step-by-step colour photographs make this book easy-to-follow. * Top author: Sandra Betzina has her own cable TV series Sew Perfect and her own range of Today's Fit sewing patterns for the Vogue Sewing company. * Varied: 52 projects suitable for a wide range of sewing skill levels, and can be personalised to accommodate a wide variety of tastes. Author: Sandra Betzina & Debbie Valentine Publisher: Taunton Press Inc ISBN: 9781561584468 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $47.95 Our Price: $42.68
	Authentic Colour Schemes for Victor This rare book invited homeowners of the Victorian era to eschew "white houses with green blinds" and join in the revolutionary trend towards colorful houses. They explain clearly how to mix primary and secondary colors to achieve such popular, mellow tones of the period as olive, russet, citrine, buff, plum, and sage. 20 color plates. Author: Rossiter and Wright Publisher: Dover Publications ISBN: 9780486417745 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $28.95 Our Price: $25.77
	Recipes for Surfaces This gourmet guide to home decoration picks up where its top-selling predecessor, Recipes for Surfaces, leaves off. Illustrated with stunning full-color photographs and featuring more than thirty clear, concise recipes for everything from marble and metallic finishes to specialty finishes such as ragging, stenciling, and decoupage, Recipes for Surfaces Volume II helps you transform walls, doors, floors, and furniture into a visual feast. Author: Mindy Drucker & Pierre Finkelstein, Tony Cenicola Publisher: Pearson Education ISBN: 9780671682491 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $31.95 Our Price: $28.44
	Paint Can! Children's Rooms The irrepressible Sunny Goode explores how decorative painting can work for children's rooms--with happy results that will delight any kid. She's created imaginative, fun rooms for little babies, for playing and growing in (ages 4-8), and for thinking and dreaming (designed for 9-12 year-olds). These are bright, safe, and personal spaces of color and lightness. Goode shows how to embellish a nursery with marching elephants or cheerful dots, wrap a girl's room in bands of vivid color, and create a creature feature pattern with blue alligators. An introduction discusses paint basics, and illustrated You Can Do It sections interspersed throughout present important techniques. Author: Sunny Goode, Kip Dawkins Publisher: Sterling ISBN: 9781402745126 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $34.99 Our Price: $31.14
	Upholstery Fundamentals Author: Clois E Kicklighter & Joan C Kicklighter Publisher: Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher ISBN: 9781566377898 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $116.95 Our Price: $104.09
	Quick & Easy Window Treatments Author: Gail Abbott & Cate Burren, Mark Scott Publisher: Cico ISBN: 9781906094607 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $31.95 Our Price: $28.44