Stencilling - Softcover

Robinson, Lynne; Lowther, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1570760284 ISBN 13: 9781570760280

Publisher: Trafalgar Square Pub, 1995

Synopsis

A guide to stencilling almost any surface - from walls and cupboards, to tiles and throws - cheaply and effectively. All the projects are described and illustrated with step-by-step instructions. The inclusion of six pages of ready-to-use templates, featuring all the designs used in the projects, means that no extra skill or money is required. Full details on all the materials, tools and techniques are provided in the book, as well as advice on drawing inspiration from nature, architecture, patterns and paintings in order to plan more stencil images.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Transform any room or object without spending a fortune by stenciling magnificent, bold images in rich, dramatic colors. Six pages of durable, translucent stencils make it so easy. Try them on projects for your home and garden, and then develop your own designs. Even learn special effects such as distressing and applying gold leaf to add depth and interest. An instant decorating makeover is well within your reach!

From Library Journal:

Stenciling teacher Gauss gives clear, basic instructions that will benefit the beginner and also covers more elaborate techniques, such as trompe l'oeil, stacking, and shading, that will interest more experienced crafters as well. Going beyond the country look of stencils, she includes more imaginative looks such as Renaissance ceilings and walls decorated with cave drawings. Advice on how to correct mistakes is a nice feature since many how-to books just give directions without making allowances for errors. Concluding with advice on becoming a professional and a list of suppliers, Gauss has written a comprehensive book on this decorative paint technique. Although not as comprehensive as Gauss, Robinson and Lowther have produced a well-written, well-illustrated guide that includes patterns to use when stenciling. In larger collections it will be a useful supplement to Gauss.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Pub
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 1570760284
• ISBN 13: 9781570760280
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 93