Decorating with Color Inspired Ideas for Your Home |
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Author:
| Country Homes and Gardens Editors, |
ISBN: | 978-1-55870-573-9 |
Publication Date: | Oct 2000 |
Publisher: | F&W Media, Incorporated
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Imprint: | Betterway Books |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $24.99 |
Book Description:
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Color theory combines with hands-on painting techniques to help home decorators get the results they want. From the playful hues of a child's nursery to the rich tones of a quiet study, this guide illustrates dozens of innovative ideas for combining colors that create a distinctive mood. Big beautiful photographs, instructional text and color swatches guide readers through the basics of color theory, empowering them to use mix and match colors that harmonize to form a gorgeous décor....
More DescriptionColor theory combines with hands-on painting techniques to help home decorators get the results they want. From the playful hues of a child's nursery to the rich tones of a quiet study, this guide illustrates dozens of innovative ideas for combining colors that create a distinctive mood. Big beautiful photographs, instructional text and color swatches guide readers through the basics of color theory, empowering them to use mix and match colors that harmonize to form a gorgeous décor. Readers can then apply what they've learned following more than 20 painting techniques, such as sponging, stippling, rag rolling, color-washing, dragging and much more. This guide also includes five pre-cut acetate stencils readers can use to recreate projects in the book.Packed with instruction, techniques and inspiration, DECORATING WITH COLOR provides everything do-it-yourselfers need to revitalize the look of every room.