“[The] step-by-step instructions are clear and practically foolproof . . . an essential guide to DIY restoration and antiquing.” ?Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Whether you dream of restoring an heirloom to its former beauty, or just want to modernize a flea market treasure, Amy Howard has the design and refinishing secrets you need. Here are all the furniture finishing recipes, techniques, and tips that have made Howard’s beloved classes sold-out success stories, and made Howard herself the go-to guru of refinishing and “use what you have” redecorating.
Try your hand at unique painted and faux finishes, and experiment with gold leaf, distressing, and marvelous graining effects. Along the way, you will learn a treasure trove of techniques, as Howard shares before-and-after makeovers from her studio and offers impeccable step-by-step instruction in all that is needed to achieve each look.
KU book review
Theis a gorgeous book with before and after pictures that will spark your imagination to look at your old furniture and the possibilities you can achieve. Why spend money on new furniture when you can completely transform your old pieces?? I have never updated or refinished old or disguarded furniture, but have always wanted to. This book has given me the confidence to try!!
In a world overflowing with discarded potential, we welcome you to the wonderful world of upcycling. We’ll show you how to give everyday items a second chance and turn them into something amazing. We’ll take you on a transformative journey where forgotten objects find new life, and ordinary individuals become extraordinary creators of sustainable innovation. This captivating book invites readers to repurpose and reimagine everyday items and discover some creative handmade upcycling DIY ideas and the joy and beauty of creating extraordinary, functional, and stylish treasures from junk.
With beginners in mind, this DIY book provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the world of secondhand transformations. It starts by exploring the fundamental principles and benefits of upcycling, highlighting its environmental sustainability and the unique creative opportunities it offers while introducing the reader to the joys of thrift shop finds, flea markets, and garage sales, to name a few.
Inspiring examples of DIY projects unlock the creativity of the reader and enable them to see the hidden potential in items they would have otherwise discarded. Upcycle furniture, repurpose household items, upcycle clothing, and breathe new life into everything in between. This impressive guide, suitable for all skill levels, covers a wide range of environmental crafts & salvage projects to revive worn-out, but loved possessions.
Each chapter focuses on a different category of items, guiding readers through the process of upcycling with detailed explanations, tips, and tricks. Clear and concise, readers will feel confident in their ability to create unique and personalized pieces.
The New York Times bestseller by the host of HGTV’s Flea Market Flip, packed with expert tips for bargain-hunting home decorators.
Former Good Morning America and Antiques Roadshow host Lara Spencer is a self-confessed frugalista with a passion for shopping at yard sales, thrift shops, and estate sales, and for decorating her home—and friends’ homes—with her fabulous finds. In I Brake for Yard Sales, Lara shares her secrets for bargain hunting and tells you where to shop, what to look for, how to pay for it, how to restore it, and finally, where to put it in your house.
Peppered with wisdom from world-renowned appraisers as well as contributions from well-known designers, this book also features the house of comedienne and good friend Kathy Griffin, which Spencer herself refurbished and decorated.
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