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Penn
Dutch Distelfink Birds Tin Tray by Donna
Rose Prestridge, CDA
This design includes elements traditionally used in Pennsylvania Dutch Folk Art. |
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Autumn Leaf
Charger by Maureen McNaughton, CDA
Display the colors of autumn with this stunning leaf-shaped charger. |
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French Style
Serving Set by Tanya Vallières
Try your hand at this contemporary approach to decorative painting. |
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Faux Stone
Cornucopia by Debbie Cole, CDA
Add a festive touch to your Thanksgiving table. |
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Pears and
Pumpkin Plaque by Bob Pennycook
Textured layers of color create a warm, soft look over a shimmering gold background. |
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Turkey Creek
Farmhouse Chair by Cynthia Erekson
Add to your collection of Cynthia Erekson’s country chairs with this “antique” autumn design. |
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Red Grapes
Key Keeper by Mary Jane Todd, CDA
Keep your keys organized and within easy reach in this stylish cabinet. |
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Autumn Box,
Dough Bowl, and Gift Bag by Maxine Thomas
Create three painted pieces using variations of one basic design. |
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“Bless
this Home” Shelf by Karen Wisner
This country design will bring warmth and comfort to your surroundings. |
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Crock and
Pear Lap Desk by Deb Samis
Paint this country still life using heat-set oils. |
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Grey Wolf
Canvas by Barb Halvorson
Get a glimpse of one of nature’s finest. |
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A Lady in
Blue Sewing Cabinet by Charlene Barlow
This primitive design is painted on an antique reproduction sewing cabinet. |
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Camouflage
Kitty by Rosemary (Lonnie) Pook
A kitten camouflaged among autumn leaves represents youth versus age, innocence amidst weathered experience. |
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Cat and Pear Tree Floorcloth by Nancy Capuano
Enjoy both the functional and decorative benefits of a hand-painted floorcloth. |
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Pumpkin Farm Tray
by Christine Jansen Brault
Bring a touch of fall’s bountiful colors to your home with this handy serving tray. |
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Ladies’ Night Halloween Plaque
by Roxanne M. Jarvis
Whip up this magical plaque for your Halloween festivities! |
| Features |
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Brushstroke
Technique Guide: Pumpkins by Trudy Beard, CDA
Pumpkins—pick of the patch! |
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Working with
Watercolors: Value Switch by Colette Pitcher
Watercolor painting is full of tricks and techniques. |
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On Track with
Trends: Suzani Style–Luxe for Less by
Alyson Udell
Step out in style! |
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RB Homespun
Elegance: Decorative Sugar Tins by Rebecca
Baer, CDA
Violets, clover and chicory motifs encircle flavored sugar tin containers. Recipes included! |
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From the Bottom
Up: Halloween Bucket & Flashlight by
Vicki Rhodes, CDA and Cynthia Bowman, CDA
Embrace the spirit of Halloween with this bright, cheerful duo! |
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Brush Up on
Business: Profitable Booth Layout by Gisele
Pope and Nony Housh
Learn how booth layout can substantially affect your profit. |
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Online Project: Fall Breadbox Insert
This fall breadbox panel insert is part of an ongoing series in PaintWorks. For additional seasonal designs, refer to PaintWorks February 2006 (winter panel insert), May 2006 (spring panel insert), and July 2006 (summer panel insert). See project. |
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