Author(s): Peg Couch

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This title offers 20 fresh ideas for transforming ordinary wood blanks into totally chic home decor. It is in line with the fashionable and economical upcycling trend. It promotes a hot new technique: chalk-finish paint. When you think of woodcrafts, you may picture rustic creations that would look better in a backcountry lodge than in a modern stylish home. Think again! Wood is a beautiful, versatile material that is constantly being reinvented by today's imaginative crafters. Get inspired to create your own contemporary woodcrafting masterpieces with Wood, Craft, Love! Inside you'll find 20 easy home decor projects that you can make in just one weekend or less, using inexpensive wood products from your local craft and hobby store. Step-by-step instructions and inspiring colour photos make it easy. The authors show how to make chic and sophisticated storage units, device holders, wall art, ornaments, candlesticks and more. Discover how to use paints and stencils to bring out the beauty of unfinished picture frames, boxes, trays and birdhouses. Wood, Craft, Love! is a must-have for every DIY home decorator.