Exceptionally comprehensive, easy-to-use guide surveys the evolution of historic ornament in architecture and the applied arts -- from primitive ornaments of Oceania, Egypt, and Assyria to a Gothic doorway in Amiens, the tomb of Lorenzo de Medici, and a classic early-19th-century sofa by Thomas Hope. Over 700 black-and-white illustrations. 16 plates of photographs.

"How to use paints, waxes, stains, varnishes, crackle varnish, and crackleglaze to transform the furniture in your home. Includes decorative techniques such as dragging, frottage, stenciling, and decoupage"--Back of jacket.

Early American Country Interiors is the ultimate 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,

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No major remodeling necessary! Sometimes, all it takes are a few small changes to refresh your home, and these 250 micro-decorating makeovers like textured rugs or inventive displays of artful collections are quick, fun, and easy. You'll discover new possibilities for things to do, make, buy, and repurpose, and every chapter offers special spreads that show how to revive any room, including entryways, mudrooms, home offices, and porches.

An invaluable resource for students of decorative arts, this compelling collection of essays passionately and eloquently makes the case for the legitimacy of the decorative arts in an era when painting and sculpture were considered superior. Walter Crane looks at the infinite methods of expression of decorative arts, their place in architecture, and more.

At its heart, the modern rustic look celebrates the fabric of a home, from the roof beams to the brickwork. This style revels in earthy colours and rich textures; in natural materials such as wood and stone; and the ruggedly handsome bones of a building. In this book, stylist Emily Henson and writer Joanna Simmons first lead you through the Elements of the Modern Rustic look. Sophisticated Rustic elegantly blends clean lines with muted shades of grey....

There is untold wealth in library collections, and, like every good librarian, Jessica Pigza loves to share. In BiblioCraft, Pigza hones her literary hunting-and-gathering skills to help creatives of all types, from DIY hobbyists to fine artists, develop projects based on library resources. In Part I, she explains how to take advantage of the riches libraries have to offer ; both in person and online. In Part II, she presents 20+ projects inspired...