Kategoria BISAC: Crafts & Hobbies >> Decorating

The humble tin is celebrated with Take a Tin, author Jemima Schlee's comprehensive, fun guide to turn everyday items into something spectacular.

By cutting, painting, piercing, and spraying tins, craftspeople can complete eye-catching and distinctive objects for the home. All the techniques, templates, and equipment required are explained so all you need to do is get your tin collection started. Four illustrated sections tackle 16 projects for lighting, decorations, display, and storage in the latest "Take A.. ." series of...

Five Star Reviews

"I'm the guy. I only get to make suggestions, but when I showed a beach wedding to Nancy, she sure lit up. This book helped me sell it, because there are a few things to take care of that I didn't think of. My big idea: I'd like a yacht docked close by that could take us out on the water as part of the reception. I now see how that's possible. All the pictures gave Nancy some ideas for decorations and design. That is helpful, but the author also gave us her source for the items. I could see the prices immediately, so i could keep her away from...

The Decoden look is over-the-top sparkle and embellishment, and the aim is to be as decadent and whimsical as possible. The embellishments range from crystal pave to bedazzled Hello Kitty figures to faux icing and tiny cabochons in the shape of anything from a robot-bear to a chili dog. Electronic devices are pretty nondescript on the outside for the most part, so decoden-covered cases serve the dual purpose of protection and self-expression.

This booklet offers the basics of using decoden and twenty projects:

Beach Comber Phone Case. Sweet...

Friendship bracelets--gifts from the heart, made by hand. Popular since the '70s when macrame was all the rage, friendship bracelets are B-A-C-K and cooler than ever. To get in on this fun craft, get a copy of Friendship Bracelets-a delightful Threads Select Booklet-written by crafting guru Vera Vandenbosch. No need to look anywhere else, it's packed with everything you need: all the latest styles, materials lists, how-to instructions, and step-by-step photos.

A dozen super-cool projects...fun and easy to make Because...

Wire jewelry has never been more popular--but you've never seen projects like this before In Fine Art Wire Weaving, award-winning author Sarah Thompson shares her secrets to creating wire jewelry that's nothing short of spectacular.

Using super-fine wires to create 20 delicate, sophisticated pieces, you'll achieve that "wow" factor, all under the guidance of an expert jewelry teacher. You'll learn how to work with these fine wires successfully, as well as what to do when one of your projects goes awry.

Using techniques in layering, symmetry, and dimensional shaping,...

Illuminate your home decor with Handmade Lampshades. This inspiring, tantalizing project book shines a light on the most artistic, well made, innovative, and beautiful lampshades you can now make yourself. Bursting with 750 gorgeous photographs to spark your creativity, as well as a multitude of tried-and-true tips and ideas, Handmade Lampshades features 16 contemporary projects presented in useful step-by-step tutorials. The tutorials make it easier than you would ever imagine In addition to the huge, pictorial lampshade gallery, which...