The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook (Hardcover)

by Maggy Howarth (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review
A book full of possibilities... more than 300 photographs of intricate designs from around the world. -- Lee Stratton, Columbus Dispatch 12/20/2003

An excellent source of ideas for landscape artists. -- Library Journal 10/15/2003

Benefit from Howarth's experiences as she shares methods that have succeeded and failed. She also gives her special cement recipe. -- Linda Hutchinson, San Gabriel Valley Tribune 10/25/2003

Pebble pizzazz... a fun way to jazz up outdoor spaces. -- Megan Miers, Tulsa World 09/27/2003

Photographic examples of often stunning pebblework... a step-by-step approach to the craft. -- Miami Herald 12/21/2003

Walkways and fountain areas featuring intricate mosaic pebble designs are made easy for the average craftsperson. -- Jim Carlson, Country Decorating Ideas 07/01/2004

With photos of some of the world's finest pebble mosaics, this handbook is both an invitation and an inspiration. -- Kitchener Record 09/20/2003

Review
Walkways and fountain areas featuring intricate mosaic pebble designs are made easy for the average craftsperson. (Jim Carlson Country Decorating Ideas 20040701)

An excellent source of ideas for landscape artists. (Library Journal 20031015)

With photos of some of the world's finest pebble mosaics, this handbook is both an invitation and an inspiration. (Kitchener Record 20030927)

Pebble pizzazz... a fun way to jazz up outdoor spaces. (Megan Miers Tulsa World 20031025)

Benefit from Howarth's experiences as she shares methods that have succeeded and failed. She also gives her special cement recipe. (Linda Hutchinson San Gabriel Valley Tribune 20031220)

The high art of pebble mosaic, so lovingly, lavishly, and exhaustively documented... the book succeeds remarkably. (Design and Build Magazine )

Not only a history of mosaics and beautiful photographs, but a how-to guide for projects... Directions are clear and illustrated. (Miami Herald )

A book full of possibilities... more than 300 photographs of intricate designs from around the world. (Lee Stratton Columbus Dispatch )

Photographic examples of often stunning pebblework... a step-by-step approach to the craft. (Miami Herald )

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Firefly Books (September 6, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1552977838
• ISBN-13: 978-1552977835
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #273,169 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful collection, November 6, 2003

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook (Hardcover)

Maggy Howarth's COMPLETE PEBBLE MOSAIC HANDBOOK provides a review of pebble mosaics which can be used in gardens, patios and public places. Artists, landscapers, and any with a special interest in the design qualities of these mosaics will find this a beautiful collection which not only provides step-by-step insights, but includes a survey of traditional works by contemporary pebble mosaic artists.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Spectacular art and in-depth craft photography, November 3, 2007

By	Dabbler in the Arts (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews

This book contains spectacular photography through-out: both photos that highlight the artistry of finished works and the close-up, clear, work-in-progress photos that highlight techniques for successful projects. Accompanying text is very readable, and contains a wealth of information about pebble mosaics. I bought the book for the photographs, but was also fascinated by the information about the people and communities that came together to create stunning mosaics to enhance public spaces in their towns.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the complete pebble mosaic handbook, October 17, 2007

By	Robert Thomas (castro valley, ca) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Good overview of pebble mosaics with very helpful information on materials and techniques. The book also has good examples of works by professional mosaicists in the field of pebblework.