Interior Decorating - Your Career
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Furniture Repairing and Re-Upholstery - The Woodworker Series
Furniture repair is work of universal interest and importance, for it would be safe to say that there is scarcely a home to be found that has not some useful article in need of repair. Repairing your own furniture can be both rewarding and cost-effective, and this handy book contains a detailed guide that will be of value to anyone interested in such an activity. Easy-to-digest and complete with a plethora of helpful pictures, this text is a great guide for the novice and makes for a worthy addition to DIY collections. The chapters of this book include: Chair Legs, Chair Back and Seat Frame, Kitchen Chairs, Child's Chair, Couches and Sofas, Broken Table Legs, Small Tables, Occasional Tables, Dining-Tables, Music Stools, Chests of Drawers, Plant Stands, Mirrors, and much, much more. We are proud to republish this antique text now complete with a new introduction on the subject of furniture construction and repair.
Painting and Decorating - A Comprehensive Manual for the Craftsman with a Glossary to Technical Terms
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Decoration for the Small Home
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Declutter Your Life - The Miracle of Decluttering
Experience The Wonders That The Miracle of Decluttering Can Do For Your Mental and Physical Health Today! Do you feel distracted? Is it hard to complete tasks at work because your mind is constantly racing? If so, you need to consider your living environment. Studies show that the environment in which we live has a major impact on our overall health, including memory and focus. The houses we inhabit and the spaces around us have the power to dictate our energy levels and mood, therefore, we must take control of our environment and streamline it as much as possible. This book will discuss the benefits of decluttering your home and work spaces for better health, focus and well-being. After all, a decluttered home is a decluttered mind! Here, we will discuss easy ways to remove useless things from the home that only put stress on your mind, and begin habits that will lead to a better quality of life. If you are tired of constantly tripping over useless items or feel guilty about not taking care of that pile of junk mail, take control of your life through the power of decluttering. In "The Miracle of Decluttering" You Will Learn: The Health Benefits of Decluttering The Joys of Simple Living How Overhauling Your Clutter Lead To A Clear Mind How Decluttering Daily Maintains A Lifted Spirit Why Habit-Forming Could Be Your Key To Happiness Organization 101 The Wonders Of Entering Into A Meditative State Ways To Keep Your Life Organized Why Daily Habits Are So Important For Mental Wellness And so much more... Pick up your copy of the book right now by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top of this page! To Your Success!
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Ornament and Decoration in Essex Records
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Practical Upholstery - Detailed Instructions for Chairs of All Kinds, Suites, Settees, Divan Beds, Etc - Also Materials, Tools, Frames, Covers, Spring
This antique book contains a detailed handbook on home upholstery, complete with a plethora of helpful diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions. The perfect guide for those with little or no previous experience, this book will be of great interest to those looking to restore furniture and makes for a fantastic addition to collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book include: 'History, Tradition, Prospects, etc.'; 'Tools, Needles, Workshop Requirements, etc.'; 'Materials, Stuffings, Sundries, etc.'; 'Springs and springing'; 'Frames'; 'General Principles and Useful Hints'; et cetera. We are proud to republish this text now complete with a new introduction on the history of upholstery.
Furniture and Cabinet-Making - With Instructions and Illustrations on Constructing Household Furniture, Including Various Cabinet Designs for Different Uses - The Handyman's Book of Woodworking
This is a classic guide to woodworking that focuses on making a variety of cabinets and similar items of household furniture. Including instructions for designing and practical step-by-step directions, this timeless volume will be of utility to DIY enthusiasts and those with an interest in woodwork in general. Paul Nooncree Hasluck (1854 - 1916) was an Australian engineer and editor. He was a master of technical writing and father of the 'do-it-yourself' book, producing many books on subjects including engineering, handicrafts, woodwork, and more. Other notable works by this author include: "Treatise on the Tools Employed in the Art of Turning" (1881), "The Wrath-Jobber's Handy Book" (1887), and "Screw-Threads and Methods of Producing Them" (1887). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
Essentials of Woodworking - A Textbook for Schools
This book contains an introductory guide to woodworking, originally designed for use in schools and proudly republished here as a handbook for modern students of carpentry. Comprehensive yet concise and easy-to-digest, this book will be of much value to the novice woodworker and to those looking to embrace woodworking as an avocation. The chapters of this book include: 'Laying-out Tools - Their Uses'; 'Saws'; 'Planes'; 'Boring Tools - Boring'; 'Chisels and Chiselling'; 'Form Work - Modelling'; 'Laying Out Duplicate Parts - Scraping and Sandpapering - Fastening Parts'; 'Type Forms'; 'Elementary Cabinet Work'; 'Wood'; 'Lumbering and Milling'; et cetera. This text has been chosen for republication due to its timeless educational value, and we are proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction to woodworking.
Lacquer Work - A Practical Exposition of the Art of Lacquering Together with Valuable Notes for the Collector
This antique book contains a practical exposition of the art of lacquering, together with valuable notes for the collector. Containing detailed, step-by-step instructions and helpful photographs, this guide is suitable for any level of expertise and will constitute a book of considerable value to those with an interest in correct lacquer work. The chapters of this book include: 'Lacquer', 'Ground Work', 'Materials Needed for the Ground Work', 'Decoration', 'Finishing', 'Toning', and 'Hints for Identifying Antique From Modern Lacquer'. Many antique texts such as this are increasingly costly and hard to come by, and it is with this in mind that we are proudly republishing this text here complete with a new introduction on wood finishing.
Improve Your Memory - Unlimited Memory
Experience The Wonders That The Uninhibited Mind Can Do For Your Mental and Physical Health Today! Are you having trouble with focusing? Is it hard to complete tasks at work because your mind is constantly racing? Does learning new things or retaining information seem difficult and is your memory not performing as well as it once did? If so your brain could be performing way beneath its intended cognitive level. Studies show that the environment in which we live has a major impact on our overall health, including memory and focus. It is time to learn how the mind works and start making changes to increase level of functioning of the brain. This book will also discuss the benefits of decluttering your home and work spaces for better health, focus and well-being. After all, a decluttered home is a decluttered mind! Here, we will discuss easy ways to remove useless thingsfrom the home that only put stress on your mind, and begin habits that will lead to a better quality of life. If you are tired of constantly tripping over useless items or feel guilty about not taking care of that pile of junk mail, take control of your life through the power of decluttering. In "The Uninhibited Mind" You Will Learn: Everything You Know About Memory and The Mind The Best Thinking and Problem Solving Strategies How To Increase Learning, Attention, and Performance The Health Benefits of Decluttering The Joys of Simple Living How Overhauling Your Clutter Lead To A Clear Mind and Increased Memory and Focus How Decluttering Daily Maintains A Lifted Spirit Why Habit-Forming Could Be Your Key To Happiness Organization 101 The Wonders Of Entering Into A Meditative State Ways To Keep Your Life Organized Why Daily Habits Are So Important For Mental Wellness How Emotions Affect Your Memory As Well And so much more... Pick up your copy of the book right now by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top of this page!
Practical Upholstery
Upholstery is the work of providing furniture, especially seats, with padding, springs, webbing, and fabric or leather covers. This antique book contains a detailed handbook on home upholstery, complete with a plethora of helpful diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions. The perfect guide for those with little or no previous experience, this guide will be of great interest to those looking to restore furniture and makes for a great addition to collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Pincushion-Stuffed Small Chair', 'Pincushion-Stuffed Seat', 'Top-Stuffed Small Chair', 'Spring-Stuffed Chair', 'Dining-Room Carver's Chair', 'Sheraton Easy Chair', 'Tub Easy Chair', 'Spring-Stuffed Arm and Seat-Edge Easy Chair', 'Drop-End Chesterfield Settee', 'Repairing and Re-Upholstering an Easy Chair', and the many more. We are proud to republish this text now complete with a new introduction on the history of upholstery.
100 Beautiful Pieces of Furniture You Can Build
This book contains a collection of detailed, step-by-step guides to making one hundred beautiful pieces of home furniture. Comprising a wealth of diagrams and photographs, this guide is perfect for DIY enthusiasts of any level and is sure to be of great interest to anyone with an interest in making their own furniture. From simple coffee tables, to intricate pieces that fold away into the wall, this book has it all. The chapters of this text include: Living-Room Furniture, Occasional Furniture, Dining-Room Furniture, Completing your Dining-Room Furniture, Furniture for Your Bedroom, Breakfast Set Fold Into Wall, Coffee Table, Gate-Leg Table, For The Small Dining Room, Drop-Leg Phone Stand, Chest-Bed, et cetera. We are proud to republish this antique text here complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.
House Painting and Decorating
The object of this handbook is to provide clear instructions on executing ordinary painters' and paper-hangers' work. Contents: The House Painter's Tools; Preparing a Room for Painting; Distempering Ceilings; Making-up Paint and Painting Wood-work; Using Ready-mixed Paint; Distempering Walls; Painting Walls; The Use of Flatting Paint; Varnishing; Staining and Varnishing; Enamelling; Painting Doors and Shop Fronts; Paperhanging; Papering Ceilings; Artistic House Decoration; Stencil Decoration; A Hand-worked Frieze. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
The Lesson of Japanese Architecture
This vintage book contains Jiro Harada's fascinating treatise on Japanese architecture; "The Lesson of Japanese Architecture". It contains numerous articles introducing Japanese architecture, along with black-and-white photographs of Japanese buildings and establishments - of which many were sadly destroyed during the Second World War. Concise and non-technical, this book is recommended for anyone with an interest in Japanese architecture. Jiro Harada was a Lieutenant-General in the Imperial Japanese Army during the Second World War. Many antiquarian texts such as this, are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.
Furniture Repair and Renovation - Dealing with Practical Methods of Repairing and Renovating Furniture, Making Loose Covers, Modernising Old Furniture, Enamelling, Staining and Polishing - Home Mechan
This handy little book contains a detailed, step-by-step guide to home furniture repair, dealing with practical methods of repairing and renovating furniture, making loose covers, modernising old furniture, enamelling, staining, and polishing. A wonderful little book for those interested in home furniture maintenance, this text contains a wealth of information on a variety of subjects and constitutes a worthy addition to collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Practical Methods of Repairing Furniture', 'How to Repair a Settee', 'Re-Upholstering a Dining-Room Chair', 'How to make Loose Covers', 'Modernising old Furniture', 'French Polishing', 'Wormholes in Furniture', 'Care of Upholstered Furniture'. We are proud to republish this antique text now complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.
Outdoor Woodwork Designs - With Scale Drawings and Working Details
This manual contains a myriad of designs for the home woodworker including a garden seat, a bee hive, a summer house and two garden arches amongst many more. All projects are extensively illustrated with drawings and diagrams. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
How to Become Your Own Home Carpenter - A Guide to Basic Tools, Simple Tasks, Elementary Cabinet Work and Finishing Woods
This text contains a detailed and concise handbook on home carpentry. Complete with helpful diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions, this text is perfect for the beginner and makes a great reference book to be included in collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book include: Tools and How to Use Them, Simple Joiner - Type Forms, Elementary Cabinet Work, Wood and Wood Finishing. Many old books such as this are increasingly costly and rare, and it is with this in mind that we are proudly republishing this antique text here complete with a new introduction on woodworking.
Woodwork for Boys - A Junior Teach Yourself Book
This antique book contains a guide on woodwork originally designed for boys aged around eleven years and upwards. From start to finish, the tools mentioned and the various jobs described are simple, concise, and clear. Complete with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful illustrations, this book is ideal for the absolute beginner and constitutes a great tool for getting young people interested in woodworking as a pastime. The chapters of this book include: 'Personal Bookcase', 'Scale Model of a Garage', 'A Bedside of Chair-side Table', 'A Brick-Maker's Mould', 'A Homework Desk', 'A Stool', 'A Display Cabinet', 'Truck and Bricks', 'A Toboggan', 'Shelves', 'A Coffee Table', 'Sectional Book Cases and Cupboards'. This book has been elected for modern republication due to its timeless educational value, and we are proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction on woodworking.
The Book of the Home - An Encyclopaedia of all Matters Relating to the House and Household Management - Vol I
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Cost Modelling
Cost models underlie all the techniques used in construction cost and price forecasting. An understanding of the various types of models is vital to the success of forecasting, implications of design decisions and to effective cost control.
2021 - 2025 5-Year Monthly Planner
Keep organized from January to December with the 2021 - 2025 5-Year Monthly Planner. It measures 8.5 x 11 inches, is available in hardcover, and provides: 60 months of planning pagesTwo-page monthly spreads that include past month, current month, and future month calendar blocks for quick referenceEach square measures 1.5 x 1.8 inchesMade in the U.S.A.
Intelligent Buildings: An Introduction
Introduces the concept of Intelligent Buildings: sustainable, healthy, technological, and adaptable.
Illustrated Encyclopedia of Building Services
This book explains over 3,000 terms (over 200,000 words) and contains over 200 professionally drawn line illustrations. This practical handbook is intended for day to day use as a reference or as a source of enlightenment for anyone associated with the building and construction industry. It also provides comprehensive practical explanations of the
Passwort - NotizbuchPasswortschutz in 3D
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The Easy Life
'Helps motivate you even after reading one page' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Welcome to The Easy Life, where your kitchen always sparkles, your closet is organised and your to-do list has an end. It sounds almost too good to be true, but TV's Queen of Clean, Lynsey Crombie - mother of three, pet owner, Instagrammer, This Morning cleaning expert and head of her own cleaning business - has all the tips, tricks and routines you need to create a happy and healthy home environment. In her latest book, Lynsey expands on her eco-friendly, tried-and-tested tips for cleaning, while also providing a series of interactive to-do lists, quick cleaning challenges and hacks to take the stress out of managing your home. Organised by season, the book's bright, colourful design aims to make cleaning quick, easy and fun. Whether you're finding you now have time to finally get to all those deep cleaning tasks or that having all your family at home means you need every trick to keep life organised, Lynsey has you covered. What readers are saying about The Easy Life: 'So bright & cheery, as well as being packed FULL of so many hints & tips! Seasonal cleaning starts here' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Home, Cleaning and Family Life all rolled into one to help achieve the perfect life balance!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Packed with amazing cleaning tips and various To Do lists ... very colourful and very enjoyable to read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book is absolutely brilliant, it has everything to keep your home clean and organised throughout the year' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I like the fact it goes by season so works all year round and has some amazing tips' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Amazing book! Not just lists to tick, but structure, tips, hints and recipes' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Passwort - NotizbuchPasswortschutz in 3D
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25 Days of Holiday Organizing
Holiday Organization Made EasyLove holiday time, but hate the stress? If you long to make your holidays more organized -- and so more fun -- Jul's Arthur's 25 Days of Holiday Organizing is the book for you. It's truly unique, structured as an Advent calendar with one-day-at-a-time practical tips that will take you from chaos to clarity. Photos and stories from the author's long experience teaching holiday organization provide a behind-the-scenes organizing journey that further enlivens the details. Bonus: organizing concepts you'll learn from Jul's for the holidays will help you master everyday organizing long after the tree comes down.Jul's shared humor and examples from her life will have you feeling as if she is your very own professional organizer guiding you to action. Included in her book are online links and searchable terms to locate gift ideas and products shown in its pages. 25 Days of Holiday Organizing is an awesome gift in itself, suitable for family, friends, teachers, co-workers, colleagues, and social groups.Each day illustrates an Organizing Concept with specific tips such as: - How to Repurpose fruit gift boxes and canning jars for storing fragile ornaments - Think Vertical - hang items, make use of spaces under the stairs to maximize decoration storage, even in small places- Gift-Giving Ideas that cover must-haves for friends and family- Kid-Friendly Tips that will promote family fun- Prepare Ahead easy recipe for holiday parties and entertaining- Stringing Holiday Lights like a pro -- an easier way to light your tree without the fuss- Easy Watering Tool to keep your Christmas tree fresh Save time, save money and save your sanity with 25 Days of Holiday Organizing!
Life at Urbania
Would you like to know all the trees at the Urban Farming Zone? Or read about residents who recycle plastic, conserve water, and grow their own vegetables? And also learn about the different species of birds at Urbania?This book answers all the above questions and more on living in Urbania. Researched over four years, the book is a kaleidoscope to life at Urbania and a handy guide to those relocating to the township.Long-time residents of Urbania, too, will find it useful as a source of information available nowhere else.Subscribers of the online publication, Times of Urbania, have been reading the contents of this book over one year. Times of Urbania, a weekly newsletter, first carried the chapters of the book.This book has been compiled through primary research during site visits to the places described and has information on commuting, shopping, eating out, and recreation. A reader who goes through the book would have saved hours needed to research the contents of the book.A list of places described in the book is accessible on Google Maps, helping the reader easily access each of the sites mentioned in the book.
The Furniture and Interior Design of the American Federal Period - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Design and Home Furnishing
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'The Tools and Equipment of the Decorator, ' 'A Guide to Furnishing and Arranging the Living Room, ' 'Preparation of Surfaces for Painting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'The Furniture and Interior Design of the American Federal Period' contains information on the history of the home. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
Woodwork Joints - How to Make and Where to Use Them
To be successful in woodwork construction, the possession of two secrets is essential - to know the right joint to use, and to know how to make that joint in the correct way. It is to these ends that this text will help not only the beginner who wishes preliminary instruction, but also the expert who desires guidance over ground hitherto unexplored by him. This antique text provides concise yet comprehensive information on joints, how they are set out, how they are made, and where they are used, including a plethora of detailed and extremely helpful illustrations. The chapters contained herein include: Mortise and Tenon Joints, "Lap" Joints, Dovetail Joints, "Glue" Joints, Scraping Joints, and Circular Joints. This text has been elected for modern republication due to the timeless nature of the information contained herein, and we are proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction on wood working.
How to Select Curtains for the Home - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Design and Home Furnishing
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'The Tools and Equipment of the Decorator, ' 'A Guide to Furnishing and Arranging the Living Room, ' 'Preparation of Surfaces for Painting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'How to Select Curtains for the Home' contains information on the art of home furnishing. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
A Guide to Draperies and How to Make Them - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Design and Home Furnishing
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'The Tools and Equipment of the Decorator, ' 'A Guide to Furnishing and Arranging the Living Room, ' 'Preparation of Surfaces for Painting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'A Guide to Draperies and How to Make Them' contains information on the art of home furnishing. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
The Correct Use of Colour Around the Home - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Design
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'The Tools and Equipment of the Decorator, ' 'A Guide to Furnishing and Arranging the Living Room, ' 'Preparation of Surfaces for Painting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'The Correct Use of Colour Around the Home' contains information on the art of home decoration. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
An Amateur's Guide to Upholstering and Upholstered Furniture - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Decoration
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'An Amateur Decorator's Guide to Stencilling, ' 'The Science and Selection of Paint Colour, ' 'A Guide to Home Lighting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'An Amateur's Guide to Upholstering and Upholstered Furniture' contains information on the art of home furnishing. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
Woodwork for the Garden - A Collection of Designs and Instructions for the Making of Garden Furniture and Accessories
This book contains a wonderful collection of designs for the construction of garden furniture and ornaments, and an extra section on outdoor toys for children. Clearly layed out and explained, there are projects for all different ages and skill levels. With a wide range of designs, including a 'Four Foot Garden Seat' and a 'Bird Box', this book will gove you some lovely additions to add to your garden, as well as some wonderful toys for the children, such as a 'Box Kite' or a 'Toboggan'. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
The Science and Selection of Paint Colour - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Decorating
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'The Tools and Equipment of the Decorator, ' 'An Amateur Decorator's Guide to Distempering, ' 'Preparation of Surfaces for Painting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'The Science and Selection of Paint Colour' contains information on the techniques of interior decoration. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
An Interior Designer's Guide to Rugs for the Home - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Design and Home Furnishing
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'The Tools and Equipment of the Decorator, ' 'The Science and Selection of Paint Colour, ' 'A Guide to Home Lighting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'An Interior Designer's Guide to Rugs for the Home' contains information on the rug varieties and selection. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
Small Things to Make in Wood - Trays, Lamps, Boxes, Clockcases, Cabinets, Tables, Book Ends and Troughs, Stools, Bread Boards Etc
This book contains a detailed guide to making a variety of small items from wood, including trays, boxes, cabinets, lamps, and much more. Complete with simple, step-by-step instructions and a plethora of helpful photographs and diagrams, this text is perfect for the amateur woodworker. Sure to be of great value to anyone with an interest in beginning or furthering a wood crafting hobby, this text is full of handy tips and is not to be missed. The chapters of this book include: 'Fireside or Television Stool', 'Occasional Table', 'Cigarette Box', 'Rocket Table Lamp', 'Inlaid Tea Tray', 'Lady's Work Box', 'Tobacco Cabinet', 'Oak Clockcase', 'Cigarette Box in Contrasting Woods', 'Stationary Cabinet', 'Small Work Box', 'Tea Tray With Wagon Carved Edges', 'Firescreen Table', 'Occasional Tables', and many more. We are proud to republish this antiquarian text now complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.
The Basics of Upholstery - Including Chapters on Webbing, Slip Seats, Pad Seats, Springing and Cushions
This handy little book contains a concise and comprehensive guide to reupholstering in the home, including information on webbing, pad seats, springing, and cushions. Complete with step-by-step instructions, handy tips, and detailed illustrations and photographs, this text is ideal for the beginner intent on re-upholstering their own home furniture and also makes for a great addition to collections of DIY or furniture restoration literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Webbing', 'Slip Seats', 'Pad Seats and Backs', 'Springing', 'Padding Over Springs', 'Arms and Wings', 'Loose Cushions'. Many antique books such as this are increasingly rare and costly, and it is with this in mind that we are proud to republish this text here complete with a new introduction on the history of upholstery.
Re-Upholstering Old Chairs, Stools and Settees - Step by Step Instructions to Refreshing Tired Upholstery
Contained within this book is a comprehensive guide to re-upholstering home seating, including step-by-step guides on chairs, stools, and settees. Complete with easy-to-follow instructions and a plethora of helpful, detailed diagrams and photographs, this text is perfect for those with little re-upholstering experience and makes for a valuable addition to collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book are: 'Loose Seats and Pincushion Seats'; 'Dining Chairs with Stuff-Over Seats'; 'Stools', 'Slipper Box', 'Kiddy's Fireside Chair'; 'Fireside Easy Chair'; 'Cushion Seat Easy Chair'; 'Hammock Chair'; 'Fireside Chair'; 'Wing Armchair'; 'Adjustable Easy Chair', 'Chair with Bentwood Arms' and 'Inexpensive Small Settee'. We are proud to republish this antique book here complete with a new introduction on the history of upholstery.
A History of Interior Design and Furniture in Italy - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Design and Home Furnishing
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'The Tools and Equipment of the Decorator, ' 'A Guide to Furnishing and Arranging the Living Room, ' 'Preparation of Surfaces for Painting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'A History of Interior Design and Furniture in Italy' contains information on the history of the home. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
A Guide to the Furniture of the Jacobean Period - A Collection of Classic Articles on Interior Design and Home Furnishing
Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of interior design and home decoration. The titles in this range include 'The Tools and Equipment of the Decorator, ' 'A Guide to Furnishing and Arranging the Living Room, ' 'Preparation of Surfaces for Painting, ' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'A Guide to the Furniture of the Jacobean Period' contains information on the history of the home. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editio
Modern Carpentry and Joinery - A Complete Guide for the Amateur
This book contains a complete amateurs guide to carpentry and joinery. Complete with easy-to-follow instructions and a plethora of detailed illustrations, this text is perfect for those with little or no experience in the subject and makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature. The chapters of this book include: 'The Care and Sharpening of Tools', 'Joints', 'The Construction of a Carpenter's Bench', 'Home-Made Tools and Accessories', 'A Modern Dwarf Bookcase', 'A Curd and Various Firescreens', 'A Child's Play Pen', 'A Child's Cot', 'Two Types of Folding Table', 'Combined Bookcase and Bureau', 'A Small Shed', and many more. We are proud to republish this antiquarian book here complete with a new introduction on woodworking.
A Book of Classic Vintage Designs for Making Wooden Furniture for the Living Room
This is a instructional book for making living room furniture from wood. It contains designs on settee's, chairs, tables and display cabinets.
The Boys' Guide to Craft Tools - With Information on Lathes and Turning, Tools, and How to Choose Them, How to Use Tools, and Workshop Hints
This antique text contains a wonderful little handbook on crafting tools, including information on lathes and turning, tools and how to choose them, how to use tools, and hints for the workshop. Complete with a wealth of helpful information and detailed diagrams, this book is ideal for the amateur with no previous experience and a desire to embrace the rewarding hobby of hand crafting. The sections of this book include: 'Wood-working Lathes', 'Metal-working Lathes', 'Accessories', 'Choice of a Lathe', 'Hints on Lathe Work', 'Books to Consult', 'Wood-Working Tools', 'Metal-Working Tools', 'How to Use Tools', 'Workshop Hints', and more. Many old texts such as this are becoming increasingly expensive and hard to come by, and it is with this in mind that we are proud to republish this antiquarian book here complete with a new introduction on woodworking.
A Handy Little Book of Vintage Designs and Instructions for Making Wooden Dining Room Furniture
This text contains a lovely little handbook pertaining to the designing and construction of vintage wooden furniture for use in the dining room. This text includes instructions for a wide range of dining room furniture, each presented in an easy-to-follow manner and accompanied by detailed diagrams, making it perfect for those with little or no previous experience. A great book sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in hand-making their own furniture, this antique text is not to be missed and makes for a great addition to collections of handcrafting literature. The chapters of this book include: Extending Table, Dining Table, Dining-Room Chairs, Cocktail and Book Stand Cabinet, Fitted Tea Wagon, Dual-Purpose Tea Trolley, Folding Trolley with Removable Decks, Tea Tray, Heat-Proof Tea-Tray, Octagonal Tea-tray... and many more. We are proud to republish this book here complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.
