False Graining Techniques

Graining with paint offers an expressive way to transform any plain surface with textured and stylized veneers. This book is a practical introduction to a unique folk art including 6 easy projects with vivid step-by-step color photos. The authors Jim King & Beth Oberholtzer provide all of the information you need to get started, with handy tips on tools, materials, and techniques. Try your hand-literally-at making rich wood grain designs with such tools as corncobs, rubber combs, foam brushes, and even your own fingers! False Graining Techniques presents to you the unique craft of grain painting, the decorative technique of imitating wood grain on furniture, accessories, and other objects. With this book, you can try your hand-literally-at making beautiful designs with such tools as corncobs, rubber combs, foam brushes, and even your own fingers. Jim & Beth provide all of the information you need to get started, with handy tips on tools, materials, and techniques. Six easy projects show how to transform plain surfaces into textured and stylized veneers. Step-by-step photos cover all the details necessary to achieve artistic painting effects. 

False Graining Techniques Specifications:

• Softcover.
• 40 Pages.
• Authors - Jim King & Beth Oberholtzer.