Author: Natalia Price-Cabrera Publisher: GMC Publications ISBN: 9781784940690 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 0
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This book is bursting with inspirational images, tips and ideas. Sixteen contemporary projects are covered in useful step-by-step tutorials.
Author: Joanna Heptinstall Publisher: National Geographic Books ISBN: 1782214496 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 0
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Sew 18 beautiful tailored, pleated and loose lampshades to suit your style. Learn to sew your own stunning lampshades using this comprehensive step-by-step guide from the founder of the Traditional Upholstery School, Joanna Heptinstall. The book contains 18 fully illustrated step-by-step projects, featuring tailored, pleated, faux pleated and loose cover designs. Each technique is covered in detail, from measuring your fabric, choosing a frame shape, calculating your seams, creating a shade, adding trims and choosing a stand. The projects require few specialist tools, can be easily customised to suit your home decor, and cover a range of styles, sizes and fabrics. The book is bursting with inspirational images, along with tips and tricks of the trade that Joanna has acquired over her successful career in upholstery.
Author: Mark Jacobson Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1416566309 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 370
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Few growing up in the aftermath of World War II will ever forget the horrifying reports that Nazi concentration camp doctors had removed the skin of prisoners to makes common, everyday lampshades. In The Lampshade, bestselling journalist Mark Jacobson tells the story of how he came into possession of one of these awful objects, and of his search to establish the origin, and larger meaning, of what can only be described as an icon of terror. Jacobson’s mind-bending historical, moral, and philosophical journey into the recent past and his own soul begins in Hurricane Katrina–ravaged New Orleans. It is only months after the storm, with America’s most romantic city still in tatters, when Skip Henderson, an old friend of Jacobson’s, purchases an item at a rummage sale: a very strange looking and oddly textured lampshade. When he asks what it’s made of, the seller, a man covered with jailhouse tattoos, replies, “That’s made from the skin of Jews.” The price: $35. A few days later, Henderson sends the lampshade to Jacobson, saying, “You’re the journalist, you find out what it is.” The lampshade couldn’t possibly be real, could it? But it is. DNA analysis proves it. This revelation sends Jacobson halfway around the world, to Yad Vashem in Jerusalem and to the Buchenwald concentration camp in Germany, where the lampshades were supposedly made on the order of the infamous “Bitch of Buchenwald,” Ilse Koch. From the time he grew up in Queens, New York, in the 1950s, Jacobson has heard stories about the human skin lampshade and knew it to be the ultimate symbol of Nazi cruelty. Now he has one of these things in his house with a DNA report to prove it, and almost everything he finds out about it is contradictory, mysterious, shot through with legend and specious information. Through interviews with forensic experts, famous Holocaust scholars (and deniers), Buchenwald survivors and liberators, and New Orleans thieves and cops, Jacobson gradually comes to see the lampshade as a ghostly illuminator of his own existential status as a Jew, and to understand exactly what that means in the context of human responsibility. One question looms as his search goes on: what to do with the lampshade—this unsettling thing that used to be someone? It is a difficult dilemma to be sure, but far from the last one, since once a lampshade of human skin enters your life, it is very, very hard to forget.
Author: Aurora Brooks Publisher: BabyDreamers.net ISBN: 1776980085 Category : Health & Fitness Languages : en Pages : 49
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Customizing Your Nursery with Handmade Decorations is the ultimate guide for parents who want to create a personalized and unique nursery for their little ones. This short read book is packed with creative ideas and step-by-step instructions for making beautiful handmade decorations that will transform any nursery into a cozy and stylish space. The book starts with a chapter on Choosing the Right Theme, where readers will learn how to select a theme that reflects their personal style and preferences. From there, the book dives into the world of DIY Wall Art, offering techniques and tips for creating one-of-a-kind pieces that will add a touch of artistry to the nursery walls. Painting Techniques is another chapter that will inspire readers to get creative with paint and brushes. Whether it's creating a mural or experimenting with different textures, this chapter will guide readers through the process of adding color and personality to the nursery. Collage and Mixed Media is a chapter that explores the world of mixed media art, showing readers how to combine different materials and techniques to create unique and eye-catching wall decor. Embroidery and Cross Stitch is a chapter that introduces readers to the art of needlework. From embroidered wall hangings to cross-stitched samplers, this chapter will teach readers how to add a touch of handmade charm to the nursery. Handmade Mobiles is a chapter that focuses on creating beautiful and captivating mobiles for the nursery. From nature-inspired mobiles to personalized name mobiles, readers will learn how to make mobiles that will delight and entertain their little ones. DIY Crib Bedding is a chapter that offers tips and instructions for making custom crib bedding. From selecting the right fabrics to sewing basics, this chapter will guide readers through the process of creating a cozy and stylish sleeping environment for their baby. Handmade Storage Solutions is a chapter that explores different ways to organize and store baby essentials. From fabric baskets to DIY shelving and upcycled containers, readers will learn how to create functional and stylish storage solutions for the nursery. Personalized Wall Decals is a chapter that shows readers how to design and apply their own custom wall decals. From choosing the right design to applying the decals, this chapter will teach readers how to add a personal touch to the nursery walls. Handmade Soft Toys is a chapter that offers instructions for making adorable stuffed animals and plushies. From sewing stuffed animals to crocheting amigurumi and embroidering plushies, readers will learn how to create soft toys that will become cherished companions for their This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Customizing Your Nursery with Handmade Decorations Choosing the Right Theme Creating DIY Wall Art Painting Techniques Collage and Mixed Media Embroidery and Cross Stitch Handmade Mobiles Nature-Inspired Mobiles Personalized Name Mobiles DIY Crib Bedding Fabric Selection Sewing Basics Handmade Storage Solutions Fabric Baskets DIY Shelving Upcycled Containers Personalized Wall Decals Designing the Decals Applying the Decals Handmade Soft Toys Sewing Stuffed Animals Crocheting Amigurumi Embroidered Plushies Creating a DIY Growth Chart Choosing the Materials Design and Decoration Handmade Nursery Accessories Handmade Lampshades Personalized Name Banners Hand-painted Drawer Knobs Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?
Author: Adeline Lobut Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1446365875 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 237
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Choosing the right lampshade can enhance the mood of a room but making lampshades by hand provides a uniquely individual touch 50. Thrifty DIY Lampshades provides you with a beautiful yet achievable collection of lampshade projects that look expensive but don't have the price tag to match to enhance any home! Each of the 50 projects is accompanied by simple instructions, diagrams and illustrated by beautiful photographs. Useful templates and stencils are also provided to help you master the basic techniques, whether you are a complete novice or an expert DIY-er. Features a diverse range of styles, techniques and materials for wide appeal - including knitting, sewing, beading, decoupage, upcycling, papercraft and more. So why not brighten up your decor with handmade lamps in an abundance of styles from contemporary chic to natural organic, classic retro to boho modern.
Author: F. J. Christopher Publisher: Read Books Ltd ISBN: 1447489209 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 136
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This vintage guidebook provides instructions on how to design and make lampshades. Illustrated with useful diagrams, it instructs the reader in the different types of frames and their construction, covering materials, making patterns, assembly and finishing techniques, and it remains a helpful and practical text for anyone interested in textiles, design and classic handicrafts. Contents of Part Two include: introduction; Preface; Chapter One: Purpose and function of lampshades; Chapter Two: Making lampshade frames; Chapter Three: Covering materials; Chapter Four: Making Patterns; Chapter Five: Simple Lampshades; Chapter Six: Lampshades with stitched covers; Chapter Seven: Fabric-covered lampshades; Chapter Eight: Stiff lampshade covers; Chapter Nine: Basketry lampshades; Chapter Ten: Table lamp bases; Chapter Eleven: Decorating lampshades. We are republishing this vintage text in a high quality, modern and affordable edition, complete with the original illustrations and a new introduction.
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