Craftsman Style

Inside the Craftsman home, form followed function, structural elements and lighting were exploited for their decorative value, and built-in cabinetry, benches, and bookcases added both beauty and utility to the living areas.  Full, wide sleeping porches and rustic fireplaces are central features of these homes.  The fireplace is often built of stone and flanked by built-in bookcases to create an “inglenook.”

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The Arts & Crafts Home

In vogue today in home decorating, Arts and Crafts marries philosophy and style—in both design and in life. Furniture, pottery, textiles and lamps of this style are gracing homes, as antiques or in fine reproductions.

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Stained Glass Basics:
Techniques Tools Projects

If you've ever stood transfixed in front of a glowing rose window or been intrigued by the shifting patterns of a kaleidoscope, you'll be thrilled with these techniques and projects. Choose from 30 decorative designs, including: light-catching lampshades, kaleidoscopes, hanging decorations and suncatches, patterned boxes, windows, and more.

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Bella Tuscany Wovens

Lovely vines and florals in wheat stand out against a deep ebony background. 54" width 78% cotton 54% polyester.  Sold only in yard increments.

9 different color
patterns to choose from!

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