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The Complete Book of Decorative Painting

Awarded "Top Ten Craft/Hobby Books" honor by American Library Association 2002, and winner of Crafts/Craftrends Award of Excellence for Painting Book category, HIA 2003.

Craftrends Award of Excellence

As practical as it is inspirational, this guide is destined to become a decorative painting classic. It's packed with solutions to a range of painting challenges, covering everything from surface preparation to floating techniques to finishing. Information is presented in an easy-to-reference, question & answer scenario, so artists can find the help they need -- fast. Full-color, step-by-step instruction clearly illustrates dozens of easy painting techniques. Click here to read the reviews

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How to Be Creative If You Never Thought You Could

Awarded "Top Ten Craft/Hobby Books" honor by American Library Association 2003.

Author and artist Tera Leigh provides encouraging words and insightful anecdotes that make it easy for readers to discover their creative spirit. She defines exactly what creativity is, how we utilize it in everyday life (even when we think we're NOT being creative), and how that creative ability can be realized through the fantastic world of crafts. Click here to read the reviews

Faux Mosaics: Make 20 Stylish Paper Mosaics in 3 Simple Steps

Create stunning mosaics without the mess of broken glass! The magic of mosaics is easier than ever! Award-winning author Tera Leigh will help you recreate the look of traditional mosaic projects with innovative ideas using a variety of inexpensive materials. There’s no broken glass or messy grout to contend with!

The Faux Mosaic technique is completed in three easy steps:

1. Paint on your grout.

2. Create beautiful tiles using scrapbook paper, wallpaper, stamped paper, painted paper or even old holiday cards and glue them to the grout.

3. Glaze the tiles for a realistic shine.

With Faux Mosaics, you’ll find all of the inspiration, instruction and ideas you need for beautiful designs to fit your personal style.

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Faux Mosaics Product Kit

Award-winning author, designer and artist Tera Leigh has combined the look of mosaics with the ease of paper crafting into one fabulous kit!

Faux Mosaic step-by-step

The Faux Mosaic Kit allows any skill level crafter to create realistic looking decorative mosaics in minutes, not hours using PAPER! Create home decor objects for yourself, your friends and family. Because the products are water-based, acid free, and nontoxic, even children can do it!

Kit includes Faux Mosaic Grout, Glue, and Tile Glaze, and complete instructions. The craft artist provides the project piece and paper (items readily available in retail craft or home decor stores.) Manufactured by Ranger Industries, Inc.


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