133 wonderful ornate Victorian pieces from German sources; florals, geometrics; borders; corner pieces; bird motifs, etc.

124 authentic stencil patterns for ready use by today's artists, craftsmen, designers, decorators, and students.

Masterfully executed designs in reproductions of two rare catalogs: ornamental borders, corners and frames with intricate floral and foliated patterns, architectural ornaments and design elements, religious symbols and figures, much more.

DIV With 20 clever step-by-step projects and a stunning gallery of inspirational stencil designs from leading artists,Playing With Stencilswill leave you ready to stencil just about anything. You will design floor tiles stencils inspired by German paper-cutting, you will stencil furniture, shower curtains, a floor cloth, planters, a wall canvas, wallpaper, and even a cake. You will make paper dolls with clothing, stencil beautiful “lace� stationery, stencil custom yardage to use for simple upholstery projects or pillows, make a concert poster, and even stencil a faux rag rug! Stencil art has been around for years, often used for home decorating and for simple crafts, but has gained current interest and cache due it's guerilla use as street art (often making a political statement), and has become a worldwide subculture. Stencil graffiti has given stencil art a new sheen of coolness. This book will show you how to incorporate that look into your work, your accessories, and your home. You’ll become inspired to use stencils in your journaling, in collage, on fabric, on totes, and in art pieces designed to be hung on walls—and you will know how to create fantastic custom designs./div

Decorate walls and furnishings with the 38 original ornamental designs of the Victorian era included in this volume. Clear, step-by-step instructions show readers how to make them for a variety of craft projects. The designs include florals, medallions, and elegant scrollwork.

Offers more than thirty projects from lampshades to decorating entire rooms and presents basic stenciling techniques, including applying paint and drawing templates.