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Upcycling Furniture & Home Decor For Dummies

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von: Judy Rom
16,99 €
Verlag:	Wiley
Format:	EPUB
Veröffentl.:	21.03.2023
ISBN/EAN:	9781394150038
Sprache:	englisch
Anzahl Seiten:	304

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Titelbeschreibung

Breathe new life into old furniture and thrift store finds Upcycling Furniture For Dummies shows you how to revitalize old furniture, with just a little effort and imagination, and maybe a few coats of fresh paint. Upcycling furniture is affordable, good for the environment, and a whole lot of fun! This easy, step-by-step guide shows you how to get creative and put your own unique flair on your designs. You'll gain the knowledge and confidence you need to select items that are worth transforming or restoring and learn specific techniques to give old pieces a new lease on life. <ul><li>Learn the process of upcycling dressers, tables, chairs, and other furniture</li> <li>Enjoy the fun of sourcing items and increasing their value with your creativity!</li> <li>Update your décor with gorgeous, upcycled furniture</li> <li>Express yourself and find out how to flip your creations for a profit!</li></ul> This Dummies reference is great for anyone with an interest in turning trash into treasure.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Upcycling 5 Chapter 1: Getting Excited about Upcycling 7 Chapter 2: Sleuthing Out Materials 21 Chapter 3: Tapping Into Your Creativity 37 Part 2: The Big Upcycle: Preparing and Painting Your Piece 47 Chapter 4: Preparing Your Piece for Transformation 49 Chapter 5: Sprucing Up Your Furniture Piece 57 Chapter 6: Finishing and Sealing Your Piece 77 Chapter 7: Adding Patina and Final Touches to Make Your Piece Pop 85 Chapter 8: Rejuvenating Antiques 105 Part 3: Other Upcycling Techniques 117 Chapter 9: Upholstery 101 119 Chapter 10: Getting on the Cutting Edge with Glass 133 Chapter 11: Reclaimed to Fame Wood 143 Part 4: Upcycling Tutorials for Your Home 155 Chapter 12: Reimagining Furniture 157 Chapter 13: Elevating a Room with Home Decor 183 Chapter 14: Shining the Spotlight on Lamps 199 Chapter 15: Upcycling Art for Any Space 211 Chapter 16: Planters on Cloud Wine 221 Part 5: The Four Ps of Selling Your Pieces 233 Chapter 17: Planning for Props and Photography 235 Chapter 18: Putting Together Pricing and Promotion 249 Part 6: The Part of Tens 257 Chapter 19: Ten Things to Look for at a Thrift Store 259 Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Reuse Glass Jars 267 Index 275

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Judy Rom runs Upcycle That, a website dedicated to everything upcycling. Judy aims to inspire readers to reuse items to enable a more beautiful, sustainable, and rich lifestyle.

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Turn trash into treasure with upcycling In a world experiencing a garbage crisis, upcycling is a part of the solution! Learn how to rescue and reimagine items that were headed for the landfill. Upcycling Furniture & Home Decor for Dummies is creative, eco-conscious, and downright fun. This easy-to-follow guide shows you the A–Z process of upcycling and how to flip furniture for a profit. Upcycling is an environmentally savvy hobby that can earn you cash! Inside… <ul><li>Find out how to tap into inspiration</li> <li>Experience the thrill of sourcing materials</li> <li>Learn simple and effective techniques</li> <li>Discover breathtaking techniques for painting</li> <li>Get a handle on upholstery, glass-cutting, and basic woodworking</li> <li>Style, stage, and photograph your piece</li> <li>Create promotions to sell effectively</li></ul>