Breathing new life into old household knick knacks that would otherwise be condemned to a life in the attic or the back of your wardrobe has never been so much fun. This stylish new book shows you how to transform old curios into beautiful decorative ornaments for every room in the home. Innovative ideas abound, ranging from old metal jelly mould doorstops to a chandelier embellished with old silver cutlery! The projects are easy to follow yet stunningly effective. Various craft techniques are used throughout, including embroidery, decoupage and scrap-booking, so there really is something for everyone. It is suitable for lovers of the shabby-chic look and those who have an interest in, junk-shops, antiques and heirlooms.
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Hanna Kristinsdottir (born in Iceland) moved to Norway in 1977 to study interior design. She worked as an interior designer until 1998, when she started working as a journalist. Her main areas of interest include crafts, hobbies and interior design. Ellen Dyrop has a arts degree from Oslo National Academy of Arts. She has written many books on hobbies, crafts and interior design.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By Lizzie
Format:Paperback
I absolutely love this book. I didn't have really high hopes as I have bought books like this before and been disappointed as they just seem to have images of peoples homes and lots of repetitive text. This book is completely different though, it's FULL of gorgeous images and the text is short and to the point with an instructions section at the back.
The ideas in this book are completely original too (unlike other similar books) and it really is inspiring. It has made me look at 'junk' in a completely new way and I already love collecting bits and bobs and visiting car boot sales so, if you don't, you may be a convert after reading this book!! Highly recommended!
The ideas in this book are completely original too (unlike other similar books) and it really is inspiring. It has made me look at 'junk' in a completely new way and I already love collecting bits and bobs and visiting car boot sales so, if you don't, you may be a convert after reading this book!! Highly recommended!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Miss Baird
Format:Paperback
I have a bit of an addiction for these shabby chic themed books, and this is a good one because it is more useful than just a book full of pretty pictures. This book focuses on finding old/vintage/disused objects and turning them into something useful & beautiful. A few of my favorites include turning vintage plates into clocks, using tea cups in place of candlelight's on an old chandelier. Using old cutlery as coat hooks. These are simple yet effective ideas. The photography is lovely; the pictures are large and clear & beautifully shot on thick good quality paper. If you love vintage, shabby chic style you will love this book!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By greenfairy
Format:Paperback
An easy to read, totally inspiring book which has helped me see the beauty (and potential) in all sorts of things that I wouldn't normally notice - and made me go straight out to the charity shops for silver platters, glass dishes, frames and fabrics, and return with amazing new ideas for crafty ways to reuse old items and make them useful again. Great book find.
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Inspiring creations!
What an excellent book! For the novice in this area like myself, the book is thoughtful, creative and rather inspiring. Read more
Published 27 days ago by Kabclarky
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Inspiring!
I was given this as a present and proceeded to spend most of my birthday frantically devouring each page - could not put it down, I wanted to make ALL THE THINGS STRAIGHT... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Clarabell
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Lots of ideas.
I enjoyed this book. It gave me lots of ideas for my own projects. Good pictures. Some things were a bit strange but still good to flick through of an evening.
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. E. H. Valentine
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Rediscovered treasures
It arrived on time. It was a gift from someone who had requested it. They were pleased with the gift. I would recommend it to otthers.
Published 4 months ago by Lesley morgan Sigournay
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Beautiful Book
I brought the book as a present for my mum, and now we can't stop reading it ...it's gorgeous and has the most lovely ideas. Read more
Published 4 months ago by L. B. Wilson
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Fabulous
This book really is an inspiration and I am looking forward to making things! However, if you have a modern house - forget it. Read more
Published 8 months ago by A. Hardy
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A feast for the eyes.
This a beautiful book. If you're looking for ideas for a beautiful, romantic, vintage style interior this is a good place to start. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ms. N. D. Merriman
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A Pretty Book
This book is lovely to look through but for me doesn't really have too many useful ideas.
I'm giving it to my daughter in the hope that she finds it of more use than me.
I'm giving it to my daughter in the hope that she finds it of more use than me.
Published 20 months ago by Teecee
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great little book
If you love vintage & you love recyling old items then you will love this book - it's one of the those books that you will not tire of looking at & gives you loads of ideas. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Jo
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Nice book with great ideas
Thought this book had the most beautiful pictures and some very quirky ideas! Really felt inspired and like the mix of Englishness and Nordicness (Scando-Anglo? Read more
Published 23 months ago by HelenaK
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