Reviews (6)

Historical and not useful
If you are a craftperson, do not buy this book, though pictoral, it is more historical and you need a magnifying glass to see some of the stencils.

Great Resource for Designers
This book is chock full of great Victorian design. It has cartouches (ornamental borders), patterns, single filligree elements, and the best part is that they are all royalty free. You will need to scan the elements and clean them up a bit, but this book is a fantastic resource for the "flourish" trend that is going on in graphic design right now.
Useful for engraving
I use these stencils as layouts for gun engraving. While many designs are too small and lack enough detail to be able to reproduce (about 30%) most are of good quality and detail. It's a great value for the price and I strongly recommend it as an indispensible aid for all engravers, wood carvers, and stencil makers. ... Read more

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Reviews (4)

Good book....but...
..It's a good book all and all but it lacks step-by-setp previews and examples...it does however give a pretty good break down of screen printing and what is needed to do it...

Simple Screenprinting : Basic Techniques & Creative Projects
This book was easy and entertaining. I have made my first t-shirt and I love it

Sophisticated Approach to a Versatile Medium
This book is exceptional. It is a sophisticated approach to using
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Reviews (2)

The Art Of Theorem Painting: A History and Complete Instruct
I am a theorem painter, and I found this book to be very helpful in learning the history of theorem painting and also seeing pictures of antique theorems. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in theorems, whether you are a theorem painter or a collector of theorems. The book also includes patterns for those who wish to cut their own stencils. I know that this book is hard to obtain, but if you get a chance to purchase it, I know that you won't regret it.

Thank you -- excellant
Since I was a self taught theorem painter and was very hungry for history of this art. I was pleased to see the work done by the authors.I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in doing theorems.I especially enjoyed the work they did on the history of this art.I am the only theorem painter in a 200 mile radius of my home.To find a book about it was exciting. ... Read more

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Reviews (4)

Novelty Item, Not Classic
I found the book more of a novelty item than a real classic.The projects were so over-the-top as to be completely irrelevant to even the serious, experienced, and adventuresome interior decorator (A bedroom done as Napoleon's tent, complete with military uniforms?!Another bedroom right out of a Bollywood movie set?!).There were some beautiful rooms (the kitchen, the Tudor room, the Garden room, etc.), but too many rooms were tasteless, sometimes bordering on hideous. Projects were often shown in disjointed pieces, rather than as a coherent whole (example:a photo that shows only a very small corner of a floor, rather than a large enough view to actually appreciate the design).There is a good section at the back, which discusses practical matters (basic how to), but I was left wishing for more details.In particular, it would be nice to see a good discussion on layout considerations..perhaps going through a room and showing it in different stages of design.The Stencil Library is absolutely the best, and I am a big fan of Helen Morris, but this book left me sorely disappointed.

The Armed Forces Journal Book review.
If you are looking for a relatively easy way to add a touch of individuality to your quarter which can be removed before handover, thenstencilling may be the answer. It's cheap, adaptable, and easily paintedover- and can be as individual as you want! 'The Stencilled Home' byHelenMorris is a book to inspire you- full of sophisticated and imaginativeideas, each chapter focuses on a themed room, with step by step guides andstencil packs to trace.

The Artistic Stenciler book review
There's simply no other book like 'The Stenciled Home'. When you open thebook you embark on an amazing and delightful tour of thirteen themed roomsof Morris' stenciling work... Instead of following a trend into trompel'oeil stenciling, Morris' shows us the immense possibilities that simplestenciling has in the ability to literally transform the interior of yourhome... It is the imaginative and innovative use of stencils that make thisbook invaluable... This is a stenciled house from top to bottom anddefinitely something not to be missed. ... Read more

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Reviews (2)

These are great for stencil borders
For anyone who hasn't used "Art Deco" stencils. This book will have many styles for you to see, and chose. The cover will give you an idea of what kind of stencils they mostly have. The sizes are from 8" (in) to 2" (In.) These are copyright free. But they have other info. on what you can, can't do. Art Deco Cut & Use Stencils
This is a great source book for Art Deco designs. It contains 51 stencil motifs to use directly or to modify if you wish.It suggests some color combinations on the book's jacket for some Art Deco inspiration.Thestencils are printed on heavy grade stencil paper. However, the stencilsthemselves are in black and white to enable you to cut them out easily.Read more

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Reviews (14)

Good Technique and Steps IF you like Folk Art type decor
The projects in this book were well-detailed and gave some good information on composition and layering of stencils. I checked this book out of the library and don't intend on buying it BUT I do recommend it if you like the more folkart type decor. I was looking for something more realistic in floral decor. The trellice project was very cute and would look great with a cottage country look.

The Best For Beginners
I came across this book in my local library and loved it so much I bought a copy for myself.Ms. Buckingham manages to create beautiful trompe l'oeil work with simple techniques that are easy for even the absolute beginner.An added bonus is that her stencils are available online...

Great for beginners and Experts
I purchased this book 2 years ago. At the time I did not know they sold stencils until I purchased a few stencils on their website along with their video. The book is easy to follow and they give you many ways to incooporate simple stencils. This book encouraged me to create a mural from a small picture and brought out a talent that I never knew existed. Well done. Fantastic pictures with great color which I feel either makes or breaks a simple stencil or a 5 layered stencil. I would highly recommend their book, stencils and their video. If I can learn, anyone can!!!! A+++++ ... Read more

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Reviews (3)

Beautiful artwork, beautiful reproductions
I thought the artwork in this book was stunning, and the reproduction quality and colors were lovely.I did have one major problem with the book, two of the main designs on the cover (topmost horizontal design and the center horizontal design) are NOT IN THE BOOK!These are two of the main patterns I planned to use from the book, and now if I want to, I need to get them from the cover, where they are covered by text.I found this to be unacceptable! Please keep this fact in mind if the cover is what won you over.

Fine Art professional point of view
This book helps me in my work big time. I'm free freelance artist and right now I'm working on my next big project in Art Nouveau style and I can not imagine my work without this book.

Sit down before you open this one
Dover Publications is the friend of anyone with nearly any sort of interest (and not much money). If you're interested in the ways and means of New Art, get this one.
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Reviews (1)

My favourite for weekend projects or more
This really is one of my favourite books for helping me do new projects.It's just great, as it covers all kind of effects that are good not only for walls but anything you can think of.It helps you plan, prepare, execute and then admire your achievement.With easy to follow instructions for stenciling, wood work or what ever you want (you'll find it in here).It teaches you what products are used for what, how to achieve an effect.You will learn fast HOW TO what ever you want to work on.This book is highly recomended for beginers or those who are still not pro's. ... Read more

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Reviews (10)

Something to Aspire to
This book (as well as the author's website and training classes) are for the more advanced artist or professional painter.Her work is absolutely beautiful, and achievable if you have some artistic talent.Consider this book after you've had some experience with stencils and general painting techniques.For beginners, try "Stenciling on a Grand Scale" by Linda Buckingham if you are looking for a less complex entry into the world of trompe l'oeil using stencils. Absolutely essential to helping me with my project!
I have a lot of creative energy and when I decided to try theorem stencilling, I bought several different books.However, this one book is the one that I constantly refer to to help me with my projects.It is clear and easy to follow with good instructions and pictures.If you are just starting out, this is the first book to buy.I also recommend her videos, which are the best on the market.

Interesting but not indepth.
If you want to paint what she suggest it is fine. But if you want to create your own paintings then you need a different book. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

Stencil artists extraordinaire Linda Buckingham and Leslie Bird have hit upon a truly brilliant approach to their subject that enables even novices to create high-quality, large-scale designs. Their method entails covering the paintable surface with freezer paper (adhered with stencil spray adhesive), projecting the image onto the paper using an overhead or slide projector, and tracing the design onto the paper. Each design element is then color-coded and cut out one color at a time. In effect, the usually complex process of producing wall murals is reduced to the simplicity of a paint-by-number scheme. The 40 step-by-step projects include materials lists, color codes, color photos of the finished work, and complete gridded patterns of each design, so even if you don't have access to any of the various projectors adaptable to this process (though they can be rented for surprisingly little), you can still follow the technique using the old-fashioned grid-transfer method.Read more

Reviews (8)

Great ideas
I had never thought of stenciling in this way.I have made my own stencils in the past using acetate or paper, but I never thought of making whole scenes in this way.I probably won't create any of her particular projects, but by the instructions she gives for doing them, I am able to use the same techniques for my ideas.It really opened my eyes to a new way of doing things.

An innovative approach to stencilling
This book widened my perception of stenciling. Previously I thought of stencilingf as a neat, precise, predictable repeated pattern. A craft to add embellishment to a piece of furniture or a border around a room. When I first flipped through the pages of this book it was hard to believe I was looking at stenciling. If this process at first looks difficult, don't be fooled. Clear step-by-step instructions walk you through the process. I found once I had done a few projects from the book I was ready to produce my own original artwork. This book is a nice addition to the library of any decorative painter and a must for the wannabe artist.

OK If You Are Looking For Projects
I was disappointed in this volume, only because it contained very little instruction, but instead demonstrated the techniques through projects.If you want a grand and slightly garish display of zebras or dolphins on your walls, this is the book for you.If you are trying to learn how to enlarge something and create stencils from it, you can probably find more information elsewhere. ... Read more

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Reviews (3)

Beautiful book, but definitely not complete
This is a beautiful book on stenciling and many stencils are provided. But don't be misled by the title: it is not complete. Just about all the stencils in this book are of flowers and leaves (ok, an olive, one chicken and one duck stencils are also included). If you are looking for fun things to decorate a kid's room (other than flowers and leaves), this is not the book for you. Novice home decorator
I received this book as a Christmas gift.I showed it to two other family members/new homeowners who now want their own copies.I like the fact that the book comes with stencils that are really different--they appeal to my unusual/creative bent.The instructions are easy to follow.Illustrations and suggestions are helpful as well.I would recommend this book to anyone, even people who wouldn't normally stencil (like me!).

A beautiful book!
We've been living in our house for a little over 5 years, and its time to repaint.I've even been wanting to pull up the carpet, paint the floor and do some stenciling along the edge as a border.But I've been searching for something different, and yet not overdone. Read more

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Reviews (1)

great book
Nature Stencil Designs book and cd are great. Many great stencils to choose from and all are very nicely designed. ... Read more

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Art Nouveau Cut & Use Stencils
This book has some nice, simple patterns, including those with floral, animal, and geometric designs. They are printed on one side in black on a medium weight, cream colored cardstock. For actually use of these"stencil patterns," I would recommend copying or tracing onto amore durable plastic made for stenciling. Also, some of the stencilspatterns are repeated in different sizes throughout the book (they rangefrom 1 1/2 inches up to a full page). All in all, there are some nicedesigns, and there is a two-page introduction that details what you need tostencil. I think this is good book for a beginner, but too simple for anartist. ... Read more

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Reviews (3)

not bad
Its ok, not as good as Thom Taylors book, but its good. It also has a nice part which is about various car artists, including Thom Taylor. The best automotive art book ever!
This book is the greatest book in it's field the book teaches you everything you need to know about drawing cars. It tells you the equipment need,how to draw your own car,how to customs,and it also tells you how to colour and paint like a true professional. Anyone thinking of drawing cars or anyone who has been drawing cars for years can pick up many helpfull hints and tips from this book it is well worth the money and is essential if your are to get into the field of automotive art.

uhhhh
it was a book ... Read more

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Editorial Review

Whether you're thinking about stenciling something simple such as a floral motif around a doorway or have set your sights on turning your bedroom into a medieval castle, this guide will help. Stenciling, we learn, comes from an old French word meaning to sparkle, and the lively projects certainly do. Beyond good coverage of all the necessary basics (equipment, fixing mistakes, cutting your own stencils) and the usual candidates for rampaging stencil artists (walls, fabrics, home decorating accessories), the book offers information on advanced techniques (like airbrushing and trompe l'oeil) and adapting the process to unusual surfaces (ceramic tiles, ceilings, exterior walls). And if you've ever dreamed of becoming a professional stenciler, the no-nonsense advice on setting prices, finding clients, and other tricks of the trade will prove invaluable. ... Read more

Reviews (3)

Very dated
I found this to be very dated in techniques and style. I knew it was ten years old, but I didn't realize the vast changes in stenciling.I didn't find the instruction to be particularly detailed, and learned far more from the many other books available.

best stenciling book i've found
I bought stenciling techniques because it has some of the best information i've found on stenciling.It has a variety of techniques and a good list of resources.The book is easy to understand and has information i've been looking for

good base book for beginners or advanced stencilers
This book nicely covers the basics such as materials and techniques, with good full color photos to further illustrate what is explained.For the advanced painter, there are some good ideas, again with full color pictures. I've even brought this book with me to a client to show them some samples of what can be done. ... Read more

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Reviews (2)

Chinese Symbols Stencils
This collection is a good size and works well.I'd like to see more words/phrases available as the number was less than I expected.However, it's a nice starter collection and I'll enjoy using the book.

Chinese Stencils
This is a small book of cardboard stencils.They are great.I have been able to reuse them and put stencils on many different things including wood, paper and fabric. If you are look for a few inexpensive Chinese symbols this is the book for you. ... Read more

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OK Indian Designs
There are 8 stencil designs on three clear blue sheets of plastic.Two sheets are taken up by borders.One sheet has a very large border, and the other has two smaller borders.All are nice, but I wish there had beenmore sheets with smaller motifs that weren't borders.The third sheetincludes motifs that run from Pacific Northwest Indian designs to Southwestdesigns, but there are only 5 designs.Read more

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