Finishing Touches


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Borders & Finishing Touches 2


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"Step-by-step techniques for adding borders to quilts by hand or machine stitching. Technique for making folded paper templates. Border details for swag, piping, scallops, prairie points, and shark's teeth"--Provided by publisher.




Design and Make It!


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Each project will take 10-12 one-hour lessons, plus homework time. Pupils are given one or more of 8-10 sequential project sheets at one of two levels, appropriate to their ability/level targets. (See sample)Each sheet provides stimulus material and clear prompts for the pupils. These are organised under headings which correspond to the Attainment Target. (See sample)Corresponding template sheets, on which pupils can write and draw, have checklist prompts to help with gathering evidence to support the assessment. On Target: D&T can be used at the same time to help achieve a higher level. (See sample)At the end of the project, the teacher can use the assessment checklist grid to make an overall 'best fit' judgement which can be justified with reference to evidence from specific project sheets. (See sample)




Harper's New Monthly Magazine


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Harper's informs a diverse body of readers of cultural, business, political, literary and scientific affairs.




Natural Decorating


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Exploring natural materials, such as wood, terracotta, linen and raffia, this book shows how to create a distinctive style of decoration for any home. It includes 15 projects, ranging from subtle plaster wall finishes to loose covers in natural calico, bright stencils and stains for floors.




Harper's New Monthly Magazine


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Important American periodical dating back to 1850.




Flip! for Decorating


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In this fresh, fun, and unique book, design consultant and Today show lifestyle expert Elizabeth Mayhew shares essential insider tips for making any space stylish and timeless in a snap. Forget expensive fixes or labor-intensive endeavors, Flip! for Decorating can show you how to redecorate with what you have on hand, or with the simple purchases you’ll need to create the room of your dreams. Flip through the upper right hand pages, and watch four rooms receive an instant makeover! Inside you’ll discover: • step-by-step instructions for decorating the four most commonly used rooms: living room, dining room, family room, and bedroom • the fundamentals of color, including no-fail wall and trim colors, when to use wallpaper instead of paint, and the facts on different paint finishes • the ways to treat a window, from Venetian blinds and Roman shades to simple curtains–and the secrets to making a window appear taller or wider • the art of picking the perfect sofa, chairs, tables, and lighting • strategies on how to prioritize your decorating decisions Flip! for Decorating also features time-saving “reality checks,” handy shopping tips, and easy and informative sidebars that will give you instant solutions if you’re stumped, stymied, or need to add a quick jolt of style to virtually any room in your home. With this amazing, practical book, decorating is so easy you’ll flip!