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Whether to present a special photo or a simple mirror, frames are a quick and economical way to add eye-catching style to your furnishings, and homemade framing can give a truly unique and personal touch. Framework offers more than 20 original ideas for creating beautiful frames for your home, from adapting and revamping conventional shop-bought frames with a variety of decorative techniques to exploring the endless possibilities of making your own frames. No specialist skills are needed, as each project is illustrated with step-by-step instructions and photographs that make it simple to achieve professional-looking results. There are also sections covering the basic techniques, and a guide to materials, equipment, and where to find them.

Stamping is a quick, accessible and effective alternative to stencilling, enabling you to transform a room or revamp a piece of furniture in no time at all. All you need is a stamp - either rubber or foam - and a prepared surface. Stampwork shows step by step how you can transform and embellish every area of the home. From large expanses of wall to customized kitchen accessories, this book shows you how to decorate any surface - plaster, wood, glass, fabric and paper. You can create entire co-ordinated room schemes, such as a Scandinavian bedroom, Santa Fe living room or Art Nouveau-style hallway, or transform individual accessories. As well as stamping chairs, cupboards and storage drawers, you can even stamp soft furnishings such as blinds and cushions or outdoor items such as flower pots and garden planters. Each project is photographed step-by-step, leading you through every stage of preparation. A comprehensive techniques section covers additional tips to ensure success - from making your own stamps to preparing surfaces, planning designs and choosing paint mixtures.