Candace Wheeler, nee Thurber (1827-1923) was one of America's first woman interior and textile designers, credited with helping open the field of interior design to women. Associated with the Colonial Revival, Aesthetic Movement, and the Arts and Crafts Movement throughout her long career, Wheeler was considered a national authority on home decoration. Wheeler was a member of the Associated Artists, along with Louis Comfort Tiffany. She founded the Society of Decorative Art in New York City (1877), and created similar artistic societies across the country. Wheeler is also noted for designing the interior of the Women's Building at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Her works include: How to Make Rugs (1902), Principles of Home Decoration: With Practical Examples (1903), The Annals of Onteora, 1887- 1914 (1914), Yesterdays in a Busy Life (1918) and The Development of Embroidery in America (1921).

Decorating your home is simple with the suggestions in this down-to-basics manual that offers: helpful tips for clearing out the clutter, practical advice for making your rooms more functional and comfortable, and easy steps for creating a space you'll be proud to show off to friends and family. For more FREE decorating tips, visit www.BlueSagePress.com

Candace Wheeler, nee Thurber (1827-1923) was one of America's first woman interior and textile designers, credited with helping open the field of interior design to women. Associated with the Colonial Revival, Aesthetic Movement, and the Arts and Crafts Movement throughout her long career, Wheeler was considered a national authority on home decoration. Wheeler was a member of the Associated Artists, along with Louis Comfort Tiffany. She founded the Society of Decorative Art in New York City (1877), and created similar artistic societies across the country. Wheeler is also noted for designing the interior of the Women's Building at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Her works include: How to Make Rugs (1902), Principles of Home Decoration: With Practical Examples (1903), The Annals of Onteora, 1887- 1914 (1914), Yesterdays in a Busy Life (1918) and The Development of Embroidery in America (1921).

Reviews: Both the present and past president of the California Carpet Cleaning Institute have endorsed this book. Ralph Nader's Cal-Perg organization recommended this book. Robert Selby's Bio: Robert Selby has owned a carpet installing and cleaning business for over 14 years. He conducts classes in the care and treatment of carpets as well. He has bought, installed and cleaned almost every type of carpet there is. This book is a quick summary of his experience and advice. Author Comments: Carpeting in the average home is the third most expensive investment that the average homeowner undertakes. This book is designed to save you from making expensive mistakes in your carpeting decisions. Written by an expert in the industry, this book tells you how carpets are made and how you can avoid making big purchasing mistakes and how to care for the carpet once you get it.

While we may admire the spacious rooms in large homes we see in magazines or on TV, let's face it: most of us don't live in rambling estates. Instead, we live in homes, apartments, or condos with small rooms and even smaller closets. But you can enjoy an organized, beauty-filled life no matter what the size of your space. In this practical book, readers will learn how to
-perform a room-by-room audit of their space to see if it's functioning at its best
-make the most of existing storage space and find clever ways to add more
-find creative ways to arrange furnishings and accessories that maximize space and bring harmony and style to the home
Whether empty nesters who are downsizing, newlyweds who are setting up their first nest, or anyone who needs creative new ideas, readers will love these strategies, tips, and solutions to maximize their space and enhance their quality of life.

Are you confused and frustrated about how to decorate your home? Do you want to save a substantial amount of money decorating your space by using resources a designer uses? Are you afraid of making blunders in home remodeling that can cost you a small fortune in money and time? Then this easy-to-follow, step by step guide to home decorating is for you. Written by a twenty one year veteran designer, Terrence Tullgren divulges all his trade secrets in this simply formatted book. It is a deliberate choice of the author not to include photos of design jobs, thus encouraging the reader to develop his own intuitive design style.

"If we just had a little more space " Organization and decluttering are always on homeowners' minds, whether designing their dream home or reconfiguring the one they have. The latest in the popular Idea Book series, the completely revised "All New Built-Ins Idea Book "builds on the success of the original (one of Taunton's all-time bestsellers) and showcases a wide range of built-in and storage possibilities. A handy visual clip file, it's full of fresh ideas for creating rooms that are both functional and stylish. From niches and bookcases to linen closets and pantries, built-ins can have a huge architectural impact on any home. Starting with the basics, this guide answers the questions of what to store, where to store, and how to store--with design solutions for kitchens, bathrooms, home offices, entertainment spaces, bedrooms, mudrooms, laundry rooms, and more. Readers are sure to make extra room for this richly illustrated space-solver.

Intermediate Examination Paper from the year 2011 in the subject Design (Industry, Graphics, Fashion), grade: 1.3, Berlin Technical University of Art - private university for design, language: English, abstract: Magazines today face unique challenges: Readers have learned that free, high quality content is ubiquitous on the Internet, that design is more than just an appealing layout, that attention spans are dynamic and media choices are overwhelming. The start of the iPad and the tablet device market leads many magazine producers to embrace this technology, from The New Yorker and TIME Magazine to Wired and Vogue. But doubts remain: Here comes another new market of media gadgets to challenge existing print magazine brands. How does it impact the way readers consume media? Will it be a vehicle for existing brands, or will it mostly spawn new ones? Will readers follow up on their online subscriptions when a free digital magazine is just a click away? These challenges need to be addressed, and by highlighting the differences between the iPad and "old media" print magazines, it can be shown that magazine producers can certainly use this technology to their advantages. Bringing an existing magazine brand to the iPad may mean rethinking reader participation and experiences, the creative process and workflow of an editorial team may have to be reshaped, and the editorial design reinvented. Never have readers been more entitled to influence their media mix, but where can media producers draw a line? Apple's tablet device is unique in that it combines a specific set of features on a particularly restrictive platform, and in its reception by a worldwide audience. It is especially this device that may help magazine producers take the next step in the evolution of Editorial Design and reader experience, through employing rich media contents, enabling users to choose curated contents by desire, and creating an immersive experience of the brand. The first part of this paper c

Far from being simple storage spaces, bookcases, shelves and even entire libraries reveal the personalities and lifestyles of their owners. New in paperback, Living with Books explores the libraries of some of the top names in the worlds of art, design and fashion. Dominique Dupuich and Roland Beaufre take us on a guided tour of the home libraries of some passionate readers including Philippe Starck, Terence Conran, Manolo Blahnik, Paul Smith, Gilbert & George and Sonia Rykiel, discovering how they built up the libraries of their dreams and exploring the many ways of striking a balance between style and practicality, modern trends and classic styling, strict organization and carefree clutter. This book presents a world of inventive ways to showcase books at their best, as objects of beauty and fascination for all. The lavish illustrations show how the right combination of shelving, lighting and accessories can be brought together with a dash of imagination to create a truly unique interior. `Pretty ... imagine a glamorous bookworm's version of Through the Keyhole and you're on the right track' - Image Magazine `Wonderful' - The Irish Times `If you love books you will love this collection!' - Hot Brands, Cool Places

Collected essays on interior architecture and design.

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.

Blending the practicality of IKEA with the creativity of Martha Stewart, this collection of innovative projects is presented with simplicity of construction in mind. The suggested pieces are practical, have broad appeal, and carry a high brag factor upon completion. Requiring minimal assembly time and tools, this concise, engaging, and even humorous guide offers countless tips as well as clear and instructive photography. The majority of the projects also incorporate clever construction, such as the use of bifold doors, stock cabinets, and off-the-shelf lumber, guaranteeing that the required materials are both inexpensive and easily accessible. Featuring ideas for furnishing both the interior and the exterior of the home, this handbook is ideal for weekend woodworkers.

Seminar paper from the year 2009 in the subject Design (Industry, Graphics, Fashion), grade: 2,0, language: English, abstract: Digital printing is a new dimension in textile printing. Compared to conventional methods there are many strengths, but also weaknesses. As far as the design process is concerned, the digital technology has an impact, to some extent being able to produce small, highly individual patterns, at a lower price and with a lower lead time than traditionally. These facts also positively support the trend of mass customization. Currently some designers embrace the new technology but at the same time it is also criticised. Key Words: digital textile printing, textile design, ink-jet printing, design influence.

The Power of Paint is a rich and in-depth collection of real and proven techniques from a master craftsman of paint, color and specialty finishes with a career spanning over thirty years ranging from residential, commercial, retail and entertainment venues, to the secrets used in major theme parks around the world. The information Dino shares in this book will provide valuable insight which opens the door for you to transform your home or work-place into a world of color, texture and specialty finishes. Why live in the dark or beige when you can personalize your environment into a place of inspiration and tranquility

This book provides advanced instructions on the techniques of pyrocarving. Pyrocarving is a method used most oft en in wood working and design but can also be employed in the craft ing of gourd art. Pyrocarving will allow more delicate cutting of gourds than standard metal tools. Less pressure is needed when using pyrography tools for carving, since the heat will do most of the work.

Better Homes In America Plan Book For Demonstration Week October 9 to 14, 1922.

Learn to skillfully prepare the surfaces of a home for paint, decorative paint, faux finish, and stencils. A list of tools and materials and a section with tips and troubleshooting advice is provided for each surface preparation technique and repair.

Publishers Weekly Review: This basic guide to oriental rugs is organized to the advantage of the novice collector. A comprehensive section describes and illustrates the 41 most common motifs (geometric, floral and medallion styles and their variations) and the geographic areas where these motifs are produced. Once the motif of a rug is identified, readers can find a listing of the villages or tribes that characteristically employ that design, and can further discriminate according to the type of weave used in each region. Persian, Caucasian, Turkish and Turkoman rugs are covered, as well as those made in India, Pakistan and Roumania. BACKCOVER: There are numerous "Coffee table" art books available that serve as a catalogue of some Oriental rugs. Although useful, most of these books tend to leave people confused and are more akin to a museum catalogue than serving as a useful working book for one intending to purchase or identify oriental rugs. Invaluable for the prospective owner and experienced collector, the "Beginner's Guide to Oriental Rugs" presents clear illustrations of many of the most common designs found in Oriental rugs. Along with these designs are descriptions of the various rug makers that use the designs. To help refine things, the designs are followed by a detailed description of the rugs produced by each of the major rug producing tribes or towns. Complete advice is also given on evaluating a carpet, what makes one carpet more valuable than another, and how to take care of a carpet once you have it. Other useful features include a glossary, maps of all major rug producing areas, the history of Oriental rugs and how the carpets are made, etc. Here is the one book you will need to identify, evaluate and purchase oriental rugs. AUTHOR BIO: Linda Kline has been collecting Oriental rugs for almost two decades and has traveled extensively in her endeavor. She has encountered hundreds of people in this profession and offers the Beginner's Guide to Oriental Rugs as a way to reduce the amount of time, money and effort the average person faces when considering purchasing oriental rugs. Table of Contents Introduction 5 History &. Making of Oriental Rugs 9 Choosing Your Rug 19 Motifs 29 Persian Rugs 75 Caucasian Rugs. 127 Turkish Rugs 151 Turkoman Rugs.171 Chinese Rugs. 185 India, Pakistan, Roumania. 199 Glossary. 203 Index 218 Motif Illustrations: Barber Pole Stripe 33 Butterfly. 34 Candlestick 35 Caucasian Border 36 Chinese Fret 37 Chinese Wave 38 Cloud Band 39 Cock. 40 Cross 41 Cypress 42 Dog. 43 Endless Knot. 44 Fish. 45 Guli Hinnai 46 Herati Border. 47 Jug & Comb. 48 Latch Hook 49 Link 50 Lotus 51 Medallion. 52 Mini Khani. 53 Mir 54 Mirhab 55 Octagon 56 Palmette. 57 Pole Medallion 58 Pomegranate 59 Rosette. 60 Scorpion. 61 Serrated Leaf. 62 Snake 63 Star 64 Swastika. 65 Trantula. 66 Triangle 67 Tree of Life 68 Trefoil . 69 Turkoman Gul . 70 Weeping Willow . 71 Yin Yang . 72 Zig Zag 73

Better Homes In America Plan Book For Demonstration Week October 9 to 14, 1922.

Take toilet paper to a new dimension, and revolutionize your use of a bathroom basic This collection of 60 stylish projects will add a joyous touch and festive flair to any holiday or special occasion -- including birthdays, weddings, and Christmas. Learn how to cut, sew, scrunch, paint, fold, twist, deconstruct, reconstruct, and transform bath tissue into delightful new designs.

This innovative book includes charming decorations, gifts, party favors, costumes, garnishes, and cards. Gift projects include: embroidered toilet paper, Toilet Paper Cake, homemade paper sachets, and the memorable Money Roll. Decorations include: an abundant variety of flowers, shimmery ornaments, Ghastly Ghost, holiday garlands, Letters & Lace Banners, Angel So Soft, big and beautiful pom poms, the delicate Paperwhite Wreath, ruffled ToileTree, and a sweet Blossoms & Birds Mobile. Gift toppers include: hearts, flowers, butterflies and bows. Food garnishes include: clown cupcake toppers, floral cake corsages, and Paper Truffles. Wearables include: Lovely Lei, incredible Petal Masks, mummy costumes, and a Rosette Brooch. Cards include: the Ruffled Heart Card, Rosebud Place Cards, and all-occasion embossed greeting cards. The projects range from simple make-it-in-minutes bows to elaborate masks -- using stitchery, origami, kanzashi, and basic craft techniques. "Toilet Paper Crafts for Holidays and Special Occasions" includes step-by-step illustrated instructions, 70 full-size copy-or-trace templates to ensure your success, and a collage of color photographs for inspiration. Also included is a bonus section of party games. Crafters of all ages and experience levels will enjoy repurposing toilet paper into budget-friendly, fun, and unforgettable new creations. Get rolling