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Book Synopsis Garden Mosaics Made Easy by : Jane Pompilio
Download or read book Garden Mosaics Made Easy written by Jane Pompilio and published by North Light Books. This book was released on 2005-12-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the beauty of Garden Mosaics Inside Garden Mosaics Made Easy you'll find 25 fabulous projects that show you just how easy it is to enhance the natural beauty of your home and garden with simple and elegant mosaics. Using stone, tile, china and broken and shaped glass, you can create gorgeous garden art, from stepping stones and butterfly feeders to wind chimes and more! Learn a variety of mosaic methods, including groutless techniques Discover how easy it is to create mosaics with the help of detailed project patterns and step-by-step photography Find a wealth of ideas for displaying and using your mosaic projects Be inspired by a gallery of even more mosaic projects, from simple to more advanced Garden Mosaics Made Easy offers you all the information you need to begin creating your own gorgeous mosaics. Bring the beauty of mosaics to your home and garden today!
Download or read book Garden Mosaics written by Becky Paton and published by CICO Books. This book was released on 2016-02-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Suitable for a tiny terrace or a large country expanse, the projects in Garden Mosaics show you how to decorate your outdoor space in the most charming, individual, and enduring way. Suitable for a tiny terrace or a large country expanse, the projects in Garden Mosaics show you how to decorate your outdoor space in the most charming, individual, and enduring way. One of the most long-lasting and hard-wearing artforms, mosaic pieces are perfect to make the most of your outdoor room. The extensive techniques section shows you how to choose and use the right tiles for your environment. The range of tiles on the market today is better than ever, and the book makes the most of the wealth of new materials available such as spangled tiles or inexpensive but authentic gold-leaf tiles. As you progress, you can develop your own creativity with tips on tile and color-matching that allow you to adapt the projects to make pieces completely unique to you and your garden. All suitable for beginners, the 25 projects in the book range from simple decorative pieces, such as the enchanting, simple child’s footprints and butterfly stones to practical and sturdy weatherproof pieces, including a trompe l’oeil chequered mosaic tabletop and delightful planters that will add color to your garden even in winter. Some projects, such as the night light, can be finished in under two hours.
Book Synopsis Garden Mosaics Project Book by : Helen Baird
Download or read book Garden Mosaics Project Book written by Helen Baird and published by Southwater Publishing. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The principles of mosaic making are easy to master and this book gives you all the practical advice you will need on the basic techniques and materials, including concise information on the adhesives and tools required.
Book Synopsis Making Bits and Pieces Mosaics by : Marlene Hurley Marshall
Download or read book Making Bits and Pieces Mosaics written by Marlene Hurley Marshall and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2000-08-31 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bits and pieces, pique assiette, memoryware -- there are many names for this unique folk art technique that has flourished for centuries around the world. Mosaic art, revered for its intricacy and beauty, can now be made by anyone with the simple methods found in Making Bits & Pieces Mosaics. Marshall's easy-to-follow techniques make it fun for readers to transform everyday items into one-of-a-kind works of art by attaching broken dishes, ceramics, jewelry, and glass to a wide range of surfaces. With clear, step-by-step directions and inspiring photographs, crafters can create fabulous projects of their own, including flower pots and vases, lamps, fireplace mantels, bird baths and bird houses, plant stands, garden tables, walkways, and more!
Book Synopsis Beginner's Guide to Mosaics by : Alison Hepburn
Download or read book Beginner's Guide to Mosaics written by Alison Hepburn and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2005-08 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use brilliantly colored, beautiful tiles to craft stunning mosaic projects--even if you've never tried this age-old technique before. Sixteen creative projects, arranged in order of increasing difficulty, enable you to learn the various techniques and methods of working. Start by making a trivet using standard size tiles in a limited palette, and when you are ready to try cutting tiles, work on an eye-catching picture frame. Experiment with the "reverse method" while making a table top, and incorporate found objects into a flying bird design. The final projects in the collection focus on techniques that seem complicated but are actually simple, such as casting a slab for a garden and making waterproof items like a birdbath. All the necessary information is fully explained, including choosing tiles, surfaces, and adhesives cutting tiles, applying glue, the direct and reverse methods of mosaic, casting, grouting, laying tiles, and cleaning and finishing.
Book Synopsis Making Mosaics with Found Objects by : Mara Wallach
Download or read book Making Mosaics with Found Objects written by Mara Wallach and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2010-12-20 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make mosaics on any surface--mirrors, tables, chairs, picture frames, bowls, switch plate covers, wooden shoes, and more.
Book Synopsis Backyard Mosaics by : Connie Sheerin
Download or read book Backyard Mosaics written by Connie Sheerin and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2002 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “An informative, inspiring guide to creating mosaic accents for your porch and garden. Once you’ve learned the basics, you’ll only need some imagination to become a mosaic artist.”—Crafts. “Venture to try any one of the approximately 30 projects, or a fundamental building block, such as a fragrant or dyed candle. Master the ABCs by way of this handy book.”—Booklist.
Download or read book Garden Mosaics written by Emma Biggs and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2021-01-15 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create a colorful garden with tiles galore! With 19 stunning mosaic garden projects that range from simple to elaborate, create one-of-a-kind pots, garden ornaments, wall panels, and more! Each design contains step-by-step instructions and coordinating photography, as well as pattern templates.
Book Synopsis Beautiful Mosaic Flowers by : Sigalit Eshet
Download or read book Beautiful Mosaic Flowers written by Sigalit Eshet and published by . This book was released on 2017-07-14 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book you will learn how to cut and create beautiful mosaic flowers from tiles in an easy and precise way - step by step. The book is accompanied by mosaic images, explanations and illustrations to help you integrate mosaic flowers into the work you create - not to mention, get tons of compliments!
Book Synopsis Mosaics in an Afternoon by : Connie Sheerin
Download or read book Mosaics in an Afternoon written by Connie Sheerin and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2000 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Turn broken china, colored glass or mosaic tiles into works of art for your home. Explanations are simple and beginners will get results that look so good your friends will never guess how easy the projects were to do unless—you share this book.”—Quick & Easy Crafts.
Download or read book Garden Mosaics written by Emma Biggs and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 2009-04-28 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mosaic is an art form that decorates everything from cathedral walls to subway stations. Its long history is still visible in many of the great mosaics that have endured to today. This makes it an ideal technique to use outdoors. Now you can add interest to your outdoor spaces by creating stunningly beautiful mosaics that will survive any kind of weather. Using their combined experience as artists and teachers, the authors show how even a novice can master basic mosaic techniques and easily learn the skills needed to practice this ancient craft. Garden Mosaics showcases a wide range of outdoor projects such as colorful plant pots, unique garden ornaments, and the perfect table for outdoor entertaining, along with more unusual projects such as wall panels and stepping stones. You’ll learn a variety of designing and laying techniques to achieve anything from abstract effects to representational images, how to make use of a beautiful mix of materials from ceramic to smalti, or when to use the direct or indirect method. With a comprehensive introduction to materials and techniques, hundreds of clear step-bystep photographs and practical instructions throughout, this is the perfect guide to make your garden special all year round.
Download or read book A Way to Garden written by Margaret Roach and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A Way to Garden prods us toward that ineffable place where we feel we belong; it’s a guide to living both in and out of the garden.” —The New York Times Book Review For Margaret Roach, gardening is more than a hobby, it’s a calling. Her unique approach, which she calls “horticultural how-to and woo-woo,” is a blend of vital information you need to memorize and intuitive steps you must simply feel and surrender to. In A Way to Garden, Roach imparts decades of garden wisdom on seasonal gardening, ornamental plants, vegetable gardening, design, gardening for wildlife, organic practices, and much more. She also challenges gardeners to think beyond their garden borders and to consider the ways gardening can enrich the world. Brimming with beautiful photographs of Roach’s own garden, A Way to Garden is practical, inspiring, and a must-have for every passionate gardener.
Book Synopsis A Tapestry Garden by : Ernie O'Byrne
Download or read book A Tapestry Garden written by Ernie O'Byrne and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2018-04-26 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This is a love story about a couple and their relationship with an acre-and-a-half of land. . . with exceptional plant descriptions that read like character references for old friends. . . . beautiful photographs and prose await.” —Library Journal Marietta and Ernie O’Byrne’s garden—situated on one and a half acres in Eugene, Oregon—is filled with an incredible array of plants from around the world. By consciously leveraging the garden’s many microclimates, they have created a stunning patchwork of exuberant plants that is widely considered one of America’s most outstanding private gardens. In A Tapestry Garden, the O’Byrnes share their deep knowledge of plants and essential garden advice. Readers will discover the humble roots of the garden, explore the numerous habitats and the plants that make them shine, and find inspiration in photography that captures the garden’s astonishing beauty. There is something here for every type of gardener: a shade garden, perennial borders, a chaparral garden, a kitchen garden, and more. Profiles of the O’Byrne’s favorite plants—including hellebores, trilliums, arisaemas, and alpine plants—include comprehensive growing information and tips on pruning and care. A Tapestry Garden captures the spirit of a very special place.
Book Synopsis Mosaic Garden Projects by : Mark Brody
Download or read book Mosaic Garden Projects written by Mark Brody and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2015-02-21 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This thorough guide to techniques, tools, and materials is filled with expert tips and tricks. The detailed project instructions will inspire you to make your own mosaicked mark on the landscape.” —Lorene Edwards Forkner, author of Handmade Garden Projects In Mosaic Garden Projects, artist Mark Brody walks step-by-step through the creation of 25 decorative yet functional projects. With simple ideas like address signs and stepping stones to more complex projects such as an orb fountain, Brody also includes with a primer on the fundamentals of mosaic and information on the range of possible materials. Project templates are included along with instructions on how to scale each project. Mosaic Garden Projects is packed with inspiration that will brighten the garden all year long.
Book Synopsis The Less Is More Garden by : Susan Morrison
Download or read book The Less Is More Garden written by Susan Morrison and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2018-02-07 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Big ideas for your small garden.” —Garden Design When it comes to gardens, bigger isn’t always better, and The Less Is More Garden shows you how to take advantage of every square foot of space. Designer Susan Morrison offers savvy tips to match your landscape to your lifestyle, draws on years of experience to recommend smart plants with seasonal interest, and suggests hardscape materials to personalize your space. Inspiring photographs highlight a variety of inspiring small-space designs from around the country. With The Less Is More Garden, you’ll see how limited space can mean unlimited opportunities for gorgeous garden design.
Book Synopsis Beginner's Guide to Making Mosaics by : Delphine Lescuyer
Download or read book Beginner's Guide to Making Mosaics written by Delphine Lescuyer and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2020-10-01 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transform areas and items in your home into beautiful works of art! Unique and fun to do, this introductory guide to mosaic art covers everything from window sills and wall murals to flower pots and picture frames. You’ll learn everything you to know about the materials, tools, and techniques, and create 16 beautiful mosaic projects with step-by-step photography and captions.
Book Synopsis Gardens of the Roman Empire by : Wilhelmina F. Jashemski
Download or read book Gardens of the Roman Empire written by Wilhelmina F. Jashemski and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-12-28 with total page 656 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Gardens of the Roman Empire, the pioneering archaeologist Wilhelmina F. Jashemski sets out to examine the role of ancient Roman gardens in daily life throughout the empire. This study, therefore, includes for the first time, archaeological, literary, and artistic evidence about ancient Roman gardens across the entire Roman Empire from Britain to Arabia. Through well-illustrated essays by leading scholars in the field, various types of gardens are examined, from how Romans actually created their gardens to the experience of gardens as revealed in literature and art. Demonstrating the central role and value of gardens in Roman civilization, Jashemski and a distinguished, international team of contributors have created a landmark reference work that will serve as the foundation for future scholarship on this topic. An accompanying digital catalogue will be made available at: www.gardensoftheromanempire.org.
