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Paper Illuminated: 15 Projects for Making Handcrafted Luminaria, Lanterns, Screens, Lamp Shades and Window Treatments
A candle, a light bulb, or natural daylight illuminating a translucent sheet of paper can create surprises by casting a shadow through holes onto another surface, illuminating a subtle pattern in the paper, or showing off a batiked design. As the popularity of handmade paper grows, this unique book takes the paper crafter beyond stationery, cards, and journals to innovative designs for using colored and textured paper to make striking three-dimensional home furnishings: luminaria, lanterns, room divider screens, sconces, lampshades, nightlights, window shades, and more. This book includes inspiring full-color photographs of the projects, as well as the works of a variety of talented paper artists. Line drawings illustrate the step-by-step instructions. Paper decorative techniques include piercing, layering, collage, crayon batiking, fold and dye, marbling, nature printing, rubber stamping, stenciling, embossing, and weaving. Also included is easy-to-understand information on lamp basics and safety, wiring and rewiring lamps, and creating interesting lamp bases. .
Price: $8.42
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Paper Shade Book: Simple Techniques for Making Lamp Shades
Light and paper are an extraordinary combination for crafters Here are fifteen foolproof projects that bring them together - with stylish effect. Unlike other paper shade books, this one emphasizes contemporary looks with projects for lampshades, candle shades, chandeliers, sconces, and window treatments. Easy instructions are included for making shades in a variety of papers including marbled, vellum, handmade papers, corrugated, recycled, Japanese papers, and exotic fiber papers. Also included are templates, patterns, and techniques for piercing, folding, pleating, and other decorative methods that affect the way the light shines through the paper..
Price: $6.38
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Easy-to-Make Arts and Crafts Lamps and Shades (Dover Craft Books)
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How to Make Mission Style Lamps and Shades (Dover Craft Books)
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Creating Elegant Lamps & Shades for Fun and Profit
Lamps are the light and life of every room. Discover how easy it is to enhance your rooms with this complete introduction to the art of making lampshades Many creative project ideas are presented in this illuminating book. You will learn how to cover, line, and trim an existing lampshade, as well as create your own distinctive lamps and shades in a variety of stunning styles. Clear, concise, and easy to follow instructions and illustrations will make it easy. For the designer and decorator, the silhouettes of lamps and the shapes of lampshades are named and defined. A section shows you how each base and shade complement each other, so you can combine them using good design techniques. Learn how you can change the look of a room instantly with the versatility of lampshades. And if you are interested in selling your wares, a section on pricing your work is included. This comprehensive how-to will inspire everyone to experiment with the art of making lampshades..
Price: $20.90
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Popular Art Deco Lighting: Shades of the Past (Schiffer Book for Collectors)
Think Art Deco and be transported to the Roaring '20s, a time of flappers, double-breasted, pin striped suits, speakeasies, decadence, and elegance This era took place in the soft and romantic illumination of early electric lighting fixtures--which are showcased in this gorgeous new book. The beautiful and often fantastic Art Deco lighting in homes and public spaces alike are works of art. Over 590 luminous color photographs, show accent and figural radio lamps, boudoir lamps, table and desk lamps, overhead and wall lighting, and floor lighting produced by manufacturers such as Consolidated Glass, Lightolier, Lincoln, Moe Bridges, Williamson, Frankart, Nuart, and Chase. The book guides readers through various types of period lighting and provides a bibliography and value references in the captions for all the lighting displayed. It will be a valued addition to the libraries of interior decorators, restoration buffs, theater goers, and all who collect period lighting fixtures and enjoy beautiful works of art..
Price: $37.95
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Lamps And Shades: Beautiful Ideas To Make And Decorate
Light up your home with a stunning collection of lamps and shades from today's top designers! They range from sophisticated and classic to ultra-modern--so you'll definitely find a style to suit your own decor. Start from scratch or choose from a myriad of ideas to decorate store-bought shades and bases. "Once again...designer Bawden scores with her do-it-yourself approach, this time to home fashions...15 projects....Some are charmingly primitive...Others could pass for professional....Certainly, there are enough projects to choose from--and there is an abundance of written instructions and step-by-step color photographs....Adding to the reader's delight is a gallery showcasing a variety of possible embellishments...."--Booklist. "...imaginative..."--Better Homes & Gardens Do-It-Yourself. 128 pages (all in color), 9 x 9 1/2. NEW IN PAPERBACK. .
Price: $4.46
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