Color Concrete Garden Projects

Author : Nathan Smith,Michael Snyder
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2015-10-20
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781604697322

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Color Concrete Garden Projects by Nathan Smith,Michael Snyder Pdf

A Library Journal Best Crafts & DIY Book of 2015 Incorporating concrete design into a home garden can now be easily achieved by any do-it-yourself enthusiast! Concrete furniture and containers add style and personality to outdoor spaces, and the addition of color makes these objects even more eye-catching. These trendy pieces can cost thousands of dollars at garden centers and furniture stores, but they can also be made affordably at home. In this hands-on guide, concrete artisans Nathan Smith and Michael Snyder offer basic information on how to mix concrete and add color using dyes, paints, and inlaid materials. The twenty step-by-step projects include small items, like a candle holder with an old-world feel and a simple stacked-ring planter, and larger pieces, like an elegant bike rack and a beautiful fire pit that is the perfect gathering place for friends and family.

Author : Sherri Warner Hunter
Publisher : Lark Books
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1579903185

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Making Concrete Garden Ornaments by Sherri Warner Hunter Pdf

A celebrated teacher has gathered the tried-and-true techniques used by sculptors and folk artists, and tailored them for low-tech surroundings. Work with molds; form over armatures; model or carve with concrete; and treat concrete surfaces with mosaics, embedded objects, incising, and coloring. For dazzling outdoor embellishments, craft a birdbath, a Little Lady Fountain, and more. Twenty-five projects in all.

Author : Sherri Warner Hunter
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1579905854

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Creative Concrete Ornaments for the Garden by Sherri Warner Hunter Pdf

Sherri Hunter, author of the best-selling Creating with Concrete, proves once again that concrete isn't just for sidewalks anymore; it's perfect for the garden too. A selection of 30 beautiful designs suggests the range of this increasingly popular material, and the illustrated instructions make the craft's fundamentals easy to learn. Because the simplest projects come first, beginners can work their way through the book progressively, building on their skills. Novices will have fun making the carved trough, sandcast bowl, and elegant relief panel. More sophisticated projects, including a decorative walkway and polished table, come next, and they'll bring charm to any outdoor space. More adventurous artists can unleash their creativity on a "Garden Guardian" sculpture or water feature. A Selection of the Crafters Choice and Homestyle Book Clubs.

Author : Philip Schmidt
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2011-03-01
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781610590174

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Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Greenhouses & Garden Projects by Philip Schmidt Pdf

One of the hottest consumer trends is the new importance on outdoor living, and nothing brings the outdoor home to life like a greenhouse and other accessories to help grow and nurture landscape greenery. This book has plans and step by step for constructing and appointing greenhouses of several varieties, from glass-wall to hoophouse; some from kits, some from scratch; also includes plans and steps for other garden structures and accessories. Includes projects suitable to homes and landscapes of all types—urban, suburban, and rural.

Author : Sherri Warner Hunter
Publisher : Lark Books (NC)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Cement sculpture
ISBN : 1579901794

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Creating with Concrete by Sherri Warner Hunter Pdf

Strong, versatile, and amazingly easy to work with, concrete is the ideal medium for outdoor art and long-lasting, practical projects for the garden. And, best of all, it doesn't cost a lot of money or require special equipment; everything you need is right at the local home improvement center, ready and waiting. A celebrated teacher has gathered the tried-and-true techniques used by sculptors and folk artists, and then tailored them perfectly for low-tech surroundings and personal expression. Work with molds; form over armatures; model or carve with concrete; take advantage of technical advances to develop lighter, stronger structures; and treat concrete surfaces with mosaics, embedded objects, incising, and coloring. For dazzling outdoor embellishment, craft Garden Critter Stepping Stones, a Trough Planter, Birdbath, Little Lady Fountain, and a jazzy border. Every one of the 25 projects will open up new creative horizons!

Author : Lorene Edwards Forkner
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-06-05
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781604693751

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Handmade Garden Projects by Lorene Edwards Forkner Pdf

Your journey to a made-from-scratch outdoor space starts here. Transform your yard into a beautifully personalized retreat with 30 step-by-step projects! The finished pieces include creative pathways, unique support structures, DIY water features, clever containers, and special finishing touches that help bring your garden to life. With easy to follow instructions, lush color photography, and sidebars filled with helpful tips and additional ideas, Handmade Garden Projects is an inspiring step toward a more stylish space.

Author : Hester van Overbeek
Publisher : Ryland Peters & Small
Page : 437 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2022-05-10
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781800651487

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Making Concrete Pots, Bowls, and Planters by Hester van Overbeek Pdf

Create 33 stunning projects for your garden, for entertaining and for gifting – all using concrete. Follow Hester van Overbeek's simple tutorials to make a huge range of unique concrete projects. In Gardening & Outdoors you will find projects to add that extra spark to your garden, such as the Chevron planter and Hanging basket, or the Vertical garden and Recycled planters. To impress your guests, head to Food & Entertaining where you will find centrepieces such as the Fire bowl and Fruit bowl, or the Cake stand and Canopy with lights. Finally, there is Display & Gift, where you can find projects to delight your friends and loved ones such as the Two-tone decorative bowl or Wood and concrete bowl, along with the Patterned vase and Storage jar. In a simple and comprehensive techniques section you will find everything you need to know – what type of concrete to buy, how to use it and how to decorate it. With these projects and many more, you will be able to add that extra splash of flair to all corners of your home. First Published in 2017, this is a new edition.

Author : Gabrielle Stanley Blair
Publisher : Artisan
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-07
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781579656553

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Design Mom by Gabrielle Stanley Blair Pdf

New York Times best seller Ever since Gabrielle Stanley Blair became a parent, she’s believed that a thoughtfully designed home is one of the greatest gifts we can give our families, and that the objects and decor we choose to surround ourselves with tell our family’s story. In this, her first book, Blair offers a room-by-room guide to keeping things sane, organized, creative, and stylish. She provides advice on getting the most out of even the smallest spaces; simple fixes that make it easy for little ones to help out around the house; ingenious storage solutions for the never-ending stream of kid stuff; rainy-day DIY projects; and much, much more.

Author : Alan Wycheck
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780811735797

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Concrete Crafts by Alan Wycheck Pdf

Provides photo-illustrated instructions for making home and garden accessories from concrete, including planters, bowls, pavers, and more.

Author : Elizabeth Letcavage
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2015-02-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780811713030

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Garden Crafts by Elizabeth Letcavage Pdf

The perfect do-it-yourself guide for outdoor living accessories. Learn how to make 30 practical and decorative projects for use in the garden, courtyard, patio, deck, or porch. • Step-by-step photos and instructions for creating candleholders, bird feeders, pocket planters, outdoor mirrors and wall hangings, wind chimes, natural fencing, and more • Make projects using simple crafting, woodworking, painting, mosaic, and sewing techniques • Features 800 helpful, instructive color photos

Author : Albert Jackson,David Day
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1588165329

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Popular Mechanics Outdoor and Garden Projects by Albert Jackson,David Day Pdf

Hundreds of detailed diagrams and color photographs accompany expert guidance in the fundamentals of garden planning, offering helpful instruction in every step of building gates and fences, walls, steps, ponds, rock gardens, and other outdoor features, as well as tips on tools, materials, and techniques.

Author : Shane Powers,Jennifer Cegielski
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013-02-05
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781452107547

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Bring the Outdoors In by Shane Powers,Jennifer Cegielski Pdf

Provides twenty-two ideas for incorporating elements of the garden into home decor, featuring step-by-step instructions for projects--including planters, sculptures, and wreaths--that use both live and dried plant materials.

Author : Penny Swift,Janek Szymanowski
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 690 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781607655114

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Complete Book of Outdoor DIY Projects by Penny Swift,Janek Szymanowski Pdf

Build useful and attractive outdoor features to enhance your yard and garden, using stone, brick, wood, or water. 35 DIY projects feature step-by-step instructions and clear color photographs.

Author : Eleanore Lewis
Publisher : Better Homes & Gardens Books
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Gardening
ISBN : WISC:89098841133

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Step-by-step Yard & Garden Projects by Eleanore Lewis Pdf

Author : Paige Gilchrist
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1579906818

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The Big Book of Backyard Projects by Paige Gilchrist Pdf

Here's a mammoth resource that belongs in the library of everyone who owns a garden. It's a colorful treasure trove of the best backyard projects ever, from decorative to functional, from walls to walkways.