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The art of upcycling : creative ways to make something beautiful out of trash, thrifted finds and everyday recyclables Cover Image Book Book

The art of upcycling : creative ways to make something beautiful out of trash, thrifted finds and everyday recyclables / Emma Foss.

Foss, Emma, (author.).

Summary:

There's nothing better than finding a good deal at a thrift store or giveaway -- but turning raw materials into art can be intimidating at first. That's why TikTok upcycling expert Emma Foss is here to walk you through each step of the DIY process, in this must-have guide to artistic upcycling. Emma tells you everything you need to know about working with common recycled materials such as fabric and glass. Transform thrift store curtains into a beautiful new dress, or turn old jars into eye-catching hanging planters. She even includes an in-depth guide to woodworking, teaching you how to transform secondhand wood furniture and scraps into something beautiful and functional. Emma is famous for making creative upcycling projects out of common household recyclables, and this book will have plenty of projects for readers to try -- but, best of all, Emma encourages readers to explore their creative side in each and every project. Packed with practical advice as well as detailed photography throughout, this friendly, approachable guide to DIY is sure to become a must-have resource for readers, no matter what project they're working on next.

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  • ISBN: 9781645677857 (trade paperback)
  • Physical Description: 143 pages : colour illustrations ; 23 cm
  • Publisher: Salem, MA : Page Street Publishing, 2023.

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Subject: Upcycling (Waste, etc.)
Handicraft.
Genre: Handbooks and manuals.

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  • 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.

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  • Baker & Taylor
    "Discover a trove of upcycling ideas and inspiration, with this collection of projects from upcycling influencer Emma Foss. She shares detailed, step-by-step tutorials to teach you essential upcycling techniques so you can create something out of nothing. Through these creative projects, you'll develop skills in basic woodworking, reupholstery, painting, papier-mãachâe and so much more. Best of all, these projects use materials you're likely to already have lying around the house or can be found cheaply at thrift stores!"--
  • McMillan Palgrave

    Upgrade Your Upcycling Game!

    Discover a trove of upcycling ideas and inspiration, with this collection of projects from upcycling influencer Emma Foss. She shares detailed, step-by-step tutorials to teach you essential upcycling techniques so you can create something out of nothing. Through these creative projects, you’ll develop skills in basic woodworking, reupholstery, painting, papier-mâché and so much more. Best of all, these projects use materials you’re likely to already have lying around the house or can be found cheaply at thrift stores!

    This astounding collection of projects is perfect for any DIY enthusiast, or anyone with a knack for using the materials they have to make something unique and memorable. Turn thrift-store jeans into a unique painted masterpiece, transform a paint palette into a functional clock or even hand-make your own recycled paper. It’s up to you!

    Embrace your creative side as you beautify your space with these one-of-a-kind projects. As you work through each one, you’ll learn the upcycling skills you need to make anything you want, out of anything you can find.

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