Pebble Mosaics: 25 Original Step-by-Step Projects for the Home and Garden

Schneebeli-Morrell, Deborah; Nicol, Gloria

ISBN 10: 155297572X / ISBN 13: 9781552975725

Published by Firefly Books, 2002

Seller Inventory # 155297572X-3-33209963

Synopsis:

You can take pebbles and other natural found objects and turn them into beautiful useful and decorative objects for the home and garden Using easy methods and everyday materials, author Deborah Schneebeli-Morrell demonstrates in full color, step-by-step photographs how to create such beautiful items as a simple teapot stand to a rustic mosaic hearth Other projects include:

clay planter with broken china and pebble mosaic
marble display tray
garden edging
candle holders for hurricane lanterns
orchid saucer
house number plaque
sundial
decorative plinth
garden path slabs
garden seat
basket

Each chapter covers a different way of using mosaics in the home and garden Projects range from decorative window planters studded with tiny violet cowry shells and amber sea stones, to a herringbone mosaic path laid with brick-red, turquoise and gray pebbles A garden birdbath inlaid with country stones and the blue-and-white vintage jugs allow lots of room for personalizing designs A complete material list accompanies each project, along with detailed step-by-step instructions and photographs

About the Author:

Deborah Schneebeli-Morrell is an award-winning artist exhibiting widely She has appeared on radio and television and is a frequent contributor to magazines She has also worked in art education as a teacher, art advisor and artist-in-residence Deborah is author of a number of craft books, including The Outdoor Garden Room, Decorating with Mosaics and Traditional Christmas Crafts

Gloria Nicol is a London photographer

Bibliographic Details

Title: Pebble Mosaics: 25 Original Step-by-Step ...
Publisher: Firefly Books
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: paperback
Condition: Good