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Early American Decorating Techniques: Step-by-Step Directions for Painting and Stenciling

by Mariette Paine Slayton

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Comprehensive guide includes 27 authentic, ready-to-use, full-size patterns for restoring and decorating trays, tinware, boxes, rockers, chairs, walls, and more. Complete instructions.

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Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design
DDC/MDS: 745.7 — Arts & recreation Drawing & decorative arts Decorations & Handicrafts / Calligraphy Decorative colouring
LCC: TT385 .S55 — Technology Handicrafts. Arts and crafts Handicrafts. Arts and crafts
BISAC: ANT ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES General
CRA CRAFTS & HOBBIES General

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Published: 1979
Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design
DDC/MDS: 745.7
LCC: TT385 .S55

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