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What's Inside the August 2007 Issue of Quick & Easy Painting® Magazine
Prime Your Palette for Summer! Summer is the perfect time to create new designs for your home, both indoors and out. This issue has many ideas to get your creative juices flowing. With the trend in hand-painted furniture, home accents, and clothing and accessories, it’s easy to find a surface to paint. A simple border motif or floral design can transform a small dresser into a stunning one-of-a-kind decorator piece. Instead of purchasing a new bedroom set, give your old one an updated look with a fresh coat of paint—there are many products at your local home improvement center to help you get the job done. Take it outdoors and use a simple faux finish to give your mailbox, bird feeder, or patio set a clean, new look for the season. In terms of clothing and accessories, you can easily update a denim jacket or tote painted with a simple motif using stencils and dimensional paint accents. Just pause for a moment, think creatively, and you’ll see opportunities right in front of you.
How-To's Fish of the Sea Plate by Nancy Burkhart Use Terra Bella Finishes’ new Opulence—a rich, luminous pearlized gel medium—to paint this “glowing” sea creature-themed plate. Nasturtiums Garden Accessories by Melissa Perez The brilliant nasturtiums featured on these recycled garden accessories will brighten up your patio, porch, or sunroom. Children’s Beach Chairs by Deb Malewski Custom-painted folding chairs with umbrellas make for extra-special fun in the sun! Primitive Candle Lamps by Barbara Franzreb Bring a glow of country light to your surroundings with this primitive pair. Stars & Stripes Bentwood Scoop by Charlene Barlow Show your spirit with this unique wooden planter! Americana Annie by Chris Haughey Decked out for the 4th of July, this patriotic threesome is a perfect centerpiece for your holiday gathering. Liberty Angel Banner by Judy Westegaard, CDA Display this angelic patriotic flag on your front porch throughout the summer season! “Summer Time” Clock by Shara Reiner, CDA Shara Reiner’s whimsical folk art clock is just in time for summer! Lady in Pink No-Sew Pillow by Doxie Keller Stitchless! Create this muslin decorator pillow without the use of a needle and thread! Rooster Utensil Caddy, Placemats, and Coasters by Margy Spradling These country-themed kitchen coordinates go with Margy’s April 2007 project—a Tea Bag Dispenser. Summer Picnic Accessories by Laurie Speltz Create fun picnic accessories by combining simple stenciling techniques with hand-painted embellishments. “Studio” Sign and Letters with Whimsical Paintbrush Flowers by Susan S.Mynyk Paint a custom “Studio” sign to display on your home studio or craft room door. Helping Hand Step by Step:  Wooden Thoughtfulness Card by Maureen McNaughton, CDA Paint a “pay it forward” card to send a message of caring and compassion. Try This: Cobalt Blue Jars by Trudy Beard, CDA Cobalt blue jars accented with white blossoms and simple gold trim will add a decorator touch to your guest bathroom. Fun with Faux Finishes: Avian Accents—Sponging Effect by Debby Forshey-Choma You’ll have lots of fun creating patio and garden accents using a simple sponging technique. Celebrate the Colors of Life: Seaside Collection Boutique by Chris Thornton-Deason Grab your bags and come “shop” the Delta Boutique, filled with project ideas for the summer season. In this issue, we are oceanside with fashion and home decor accents inspired by the sea. Kelly’s Korner: By the Seashore Contemporary Wall Art by Kelly Hoernig Combine four wrapped canvases to create a contemporary seashore-themed grouping for your wall. Makeover Magic: Redecorate Your Dining Room by Gisele Pope and Nony Housh Gisele and Nony share some ideas for bringing an updated look to any room in your home by adding fresh paint or a faux finish to some of your current home accessories. Purely Primitive: Lighthouse Clock by Kim Klassen Summer colors in this primitive painting bring a touch of the coast to any decor. Funky Folk Art: Canvas Shoulder Bag by Shara Reiner, CDA Create a bag with lots of “purse-onality.” Seasonal Inspirations: Kitties & Lace Coat Rack and Table by Kim Christmas The composition of this design is termed “prim-formal,” a combination of primitive elements mixed with country Victorian lace and roses.
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