Americana in 1/12 Scale: 50 Authentic Projects - Softcover

Santovec, Mary Lou; Ogreenc, Joann

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1861082487 ISBN 13: 9781861082480

Publisher: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd, 2002

Synopsis

This brilliant new book is a must for anyone who has ever wondered what it would be like to live in a Shaker community, or imagined themselves in the Old West, camping out under the stars, replete in chaps and cowboy hat. Or those who have longed to revisit their seventies' childhood playing with a Slinky under a silver Christmas tree, or yearned to see their favorite baseball team play a game in their own front room. Well, dreams can come true in the magical world of miniatures. With this unique title, lovers of all things American will be delighted by the meticulously researches and exquisitely executed original projects created by the authors. Five key aspects of Americana are represented here: Native American, Rural, Western, Nostalgic and Sporting. There are 50 diverse 1/12 scale projects to choose from, containing everything you need to know to create authentic miniature artefacts: Historical and Cultural background Information; Beautiful finished colour photography; Detailed step-by-step diagrams and templates; Materials and equipment and techniques; Essential tips on safety, storage and organizing your work space; Key sources of information;

Edition details

• Publisher: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1861082487
• ISBN 13: 9781861082480
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192