The Complete Book of Mosaics: Materials, Techniques, and Step-by-Step Instructions for over 25 Beautiful HomeAccents - Hardcover

Biggs, Emma; Hunkin, Tessa

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0762106085 ISBN 13: 9780762106080

Publisher: Readers Digest, 2005

Synopsis

A richly illustrated instructional handbook offers an easy-to-follow introduction to the beautiful art of creating mosaics, with detailed directions for more than twenty-five beautiful projects for the home, including mirror frames, wall panels, coffee tables, birdbaths, paving slabs, planters, and more. 10,000 first printing.

About this title

From School Library Journal

Adult/High School–Biggs and Hunkin make constructing this art look simple with their clear, step-by-step text and illustrations. The section on techniques describes the basics of designing a mosaic, selecting colors and materials, cutting and fixing the tiles, and finishing the piece. Each of the projects is introduced in double-page format with a brief description and a list of tools and materials needed opposite a stunning photograph of the finished product. Most of the text is presented as captions under a series of photographs depicting the graduated process of making each mosaic. Templates are provided in the back of the book where one can also find a list of suppliers that may sell several of the designs as kits. Although the projects presented are not rated beginner, intermediate, or advanced, it's apparent that the authors intended them to be fun learning experiences. The level of difficulty is limited only by one's own imagination.–Claudia C. Holland, Chantilly Regional Library, Fairfax County, VA
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About this edition

• Publisher: Readers Digest
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0762106085
• ISBN 13: 9780762106080
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 176