The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook
by Maggy Howarth
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Author: Maggy HowarthEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2009-02-01
ISBN: 1554074185
Number of pages: 256
Publisher: Firefly Books
Book Reviews of The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook
Book Review: Pebble Mosaic Magic -A VISUAL TREAT!
Summary: 5 Stars
What a joy! I am in the process of planning a new home and would like to incorporate some pebble mosaic. I have long been a fan of pebble mosaic but just recently came across this book. It looked great and I keenly read pages on-line before buying it. After it arrived my initial impression was that it was picture heavy (all of which are inspirational and of good quality) but light on facts. On reflection, this was not a fair assessment of the book and now, having actually taken time to read through about a third of the book I believe that all the necessary information is there. The book has over 250 pages, all packed with visual treats. The book is well organized and is divided into three sections. Each section is well planned and written in clear factual but encouraging language. The book addresses such issues as suitable techniques for dry or wet climates and is full of encouraging comments with just one cautionary comment on an abandoned project on the Greek island of Rhodes. I think this comment, together with photo is testimony to the hard work needed to bring a project to completion and reminds us not to underestimate the scale and demands of our project before we start. The estimates of mass/volumes for some of the projects help to provide the reader with a sense of the scale and demands of any project which they might want to plan. I have great admiration for the author who has somehow found the time to write and compile this wonderful asset. Her inclusion of only "the best" examples helps her readers to aspire to well structured and durable works of art. The around the world section in which the author showcases amazing examples and techniques might seem unnecessary and probably adds significantly to the overall cost of the book but it serves to inspire. The book is fairly priced and I am happy to recommend this to artists, hobbyists, anyone who enjoys things visual and might want some inspiration.
Summary of The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook
This comprehensive, one-of-a-kind sourcebook is now revised and expanded with 32 additional pages. Ideal for architects, landscape designers and home crafters, it features authoritative text and beautiful photographs that explore classic and new mosaic materials, designs, tools and techniques.
The book opens with a section on techniques used in designing, making and installing pebble mosaics, including information on patterns, mosaics for frost-prone areas, how to pre-cast a mosaic, computer-aided patterns and unusual materials. Step-by-step photographs with clear how-to instructions show how each project is made. Maggy Howarth shares her designs templates for:
There is also a special section that explores pebble mosaics as a decorative art throughout history. Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook is a rich resource of design ideas, many based on Howarth's personal creations.
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