Book of Miniatures: Furniture & Accessories

The Book of Miniatures: Furniture & Accessories by Helen Ruthberg. Published by Chilton Book Co, Radnor, PA, 1977. 1st Paperback Edition. Paperback. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. Slight edge wear, content excellent. 240 Pgs. ISBN 0801963664. LCCN 76-451. Whether you want to start your decorating projects with a single living room setting, an ice cream parlor, or a whole period house, the author gives you all the guidelines you'll need. The easy-to-follow directions are accompanied by patterns drawn to exact size. And for your furniture, the author give instructions and recommendations for using a variety of woods. There is an extensive listing of suggested materials for your miniatures from scraps found around home to nature's collectibles: tiny seashells, dried flowers, twigs and berries. Once you've mastered the basic techniques of thinking small, you'll soon be creating miniature setting with more variety, and find more temptations to test your skills. Over 200 black & white photos and line drawings, 16 color illustrations, patterns, sources of supplies, miniature publications and clubs, biography. Description text copyright 2011 BooksForComfort. Item ID 25953.