THE COUNTRY DIARY BOOK OF STENCILLING

Jane Cheshire and Rowena Stott, Webb & Bower 1988.

Edith Holden’s enchanting watercolours immortalized in The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady, the international best-seller, have inspired this exquisite book which contains over twenty original stencils influenced by the natural world.

The book presents many alternative methods of stencilling simply and clearly – all the stencils can be copied and used. It also describes in detail how to stencil on a variety of surfaces using different materials and styles. Stencilling is a grass-roots art form which is quick, easy and fun.

No special aptitude or skill is required to achieve wonderful results instantly – with the minimum of equipment and practice. The book includes; a detailed history of this primitive art form; a comprehensive guide to the materials and their use; specific projects which include decorating borders, furniture, fabrics and floors; decorative paint finishes on a variety of surfaces; a guide to designing your own stencils.

Both the book and the dust jacket are in very good condition. A nice item for the home improvers. As the book is large and heavy, parcel or surface mail might be required