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Author Major, Elyse.

Title Tinkered treasures : more then 35 easy-to-make projects to bring charm to the everyday / Elyse Major.

Imprint London : Cico Books, 2013.

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Location Call No. OPAC Message Status
 Pittsburg 2nd Fl Non-Fiction  745.5 Maj    ---  Available
Description 127 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Note Includes index.
Summary Tinkered Treasures is a how-to craft book that demonstrates how everyday mundane items can be transformed into charming and unique items. Elyse Major has created over 35 projects, using objects that can easily be found or that you might already have. She refers to these transformations as 'tinkering' as it perfectly describes her style of embellishing, repurposing and altering things without the need for any specialist tools and equipment or techniques. Tinkering is not about constructing - it's about appreciating the flaws but seeing the potential in little details. Each craft project in this book is designed for complete beginners - there are no particular skills involved. Measuring often gives way to estimating and many of the simple techniques are repeated from project to project. The book shows how to tinker all sorts of household and craft items to create a range of gorgeous gifts, treasures and trinkets, from clothespin dolls and tiny picture frames to favour baskets, bunting, fabric garlands, bookmarks and more. If you are new to crafting, have no fear because simple instructions along with a tools and techniques section are provided. All the projects in this book can be adapted to your own tastes - with a simple colour or pattern change you can create items to suit any style or home.
Source NBK 3/14 PPL
Subject Handicraft.
ISBN 9781908862563 (pbk.)
1908862564 (pbk.)

 
    
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