Pearl Lowe’s Vintage Craft: 50 Craft Projects and Home Styling Advice
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Author Description
Vintage designer Pearl Lowe shows you how to create the authentic vintage look in your own home with her expert advice and simple craft projects.This practical guide, complete with inspiring photography includes …• 50 step-by-step craft projects• Sewing, painting, upcycling and crafting secrets• A how-to guide to sourcing your own vintage treasures• And Pearl’s little black book of shops and suppliersAn absolute must-have for lovers of vintage and all things handmade.Craft projects include …Dyed lace window panelsVintage buntingMidsummer and winter wreathsGypsy-style apronTwo-toned fringed lampshadePersonalised rubber stampSumptuous padded headboardUpcycled chest of drawsAntique ghost mirrorHandmade vintage-style tilesThe patterns and templates in this ebook are best viewed on an ereader that supports colour and has a zoom function.
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THE THESIS
Pearl Lowe investigates the intersection of personal aesthetic and practical craftsmanship, arguing that an authentic vintage atmosphere is achievable through accessible, hands-on modification of household items. Drawing on her professional experience as a vintage designer, Lowe provides a structured methodology for sourcing, restoring, and styling domestic spaces. The book serves as both a technical manual for specific craft projects and a curated guide to the philosophy of vintage interior design.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- 50 step-by-step craft projects ranging from sewing to painting and upcycling.
- A practical guide to sourcing and identifying authentic vintage treasures.
- Expert advice on home styling and creating a cohesive vintage look.
- A curated directory of shops and suppliers for vintage materials.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The text provides a clear, accessible entry point for readers interested in the mechanics of vintage home styling and DIY restoration. Its focus on actionable projects and sourcing advice suggests a practical, hands-on utility for those looking to implement specific design aesthetics in their own living spaces.
Page Count:
240
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
Publisher:
Harpercollins Uk
ISBN-10:
0007491107
ISBN-13:
9780007491100
Home Decor
Crafts
DIY
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