Flowers and Fruit, Cut and Use Stencils


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Bold interpretations of daffodils, narcissi, tulips, roses, peonies, many more. Royalty-free designs printed on heavy, reusable stencil paper. Ideal for many art, craft, needlework projects. Instructions.




Favorite Storybook Characters Cut and Use Stencils


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56 full-size: Snow White, Peter Pan, Robin Hood, Aladdin, and scores more.




Border Designs Cut & Use Stencils


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77 stencil designs of hearts, birds, geometrics, and more to apply to almost any surface.




Early American Stencils on Walls and Furniture


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Uses photographs and text to illustrate the variety of stencils used as decorative art during the early nineteenth century




American Folk Art for Kids


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Drawing on the natural folk art tendencies of children, who love to collect buttons, bottle caps, shells, and Popsicle sticks to create beautiful, imperfect art, this activity guide teaches kids about the history of this organic art and offers inspiration for them to create their own masterpieces. The full breadth of American folk art is surveyed, including painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and textiles from the 17th century through today. Making bubblegum wrapper chains, rag dolls, bottle cap sculptures, decoupage boxes, and folk paintings are just a few of the activities designed to bring out the artist in every child. Along the way kids learn about the lives of Americans throughout history and their casual relationships to everyday art as they cut stencils, sew needlepoint samplers, draw calligraphy birds, and design quilts. Important folk artists such as the last surviving Shakers, the legendary Grandma Moses, and the Reverend Howard Finster are also explored in sidebars throughout the book.




New Stencils and Their Use


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Encyclopedia of American Folk Art


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For a full list of entries, contributors, and more, visit the Encyclopedia of American Folk Art web site. This is the first comprehensive, scholarly study of a most fascinating aspect of American history and culture. Generously illustrated with both black and white and full-color photos, this A-Z encyclopedia covers every aspect of American folk art, encompassing not only painting, but also sculpture, basketry, ceramics, quilts, furniture, toys, beadwork, and more, including both famous and lesser-known genres. Containing more than 600 articles, this unique reference considers individual artists, schools, artistic, ethnic, and religious traditions, and heroes who have inspired folk art. An incomparable resource for general readers, students, and specialists, it will become essential for anyone researching American art, culture, and social history.







Early American Decorating Techniques


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Comprehensive guide includes 27 authentic, ready-to-use, full-size patterns for restoring and decorating trays, tinware, boxes, rockers, chairs, walls, and more. Complete instructions.




The Stamped and Stenciled Home


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This book should be of interest to any homeowner wishing to get the look of rooms showcased in design magazines without having to spend lots of money. Taking readers beyond wall borders and repeating patterns to creating wallpaper, murals and tromp l'oeil effects, this guide provides step-by-step ideas for every room of the house, from kids' rooms and kitchens to bedrooms and bathrooms.