Creative Tabletop Fountains: 30 Projects to Renew Your Spirit [Hardcover]

Marthe Le Van (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 28, 2002

It takes only a few materials, basic crafting techniques, and a very small investment to make a Bubbling Water Garden, Moss Grotto Fountain, Slate Obelisk, Panda Paradise, and 26 more water features. “The interest in indoor fountains has continued unabated. Le Van provides additional ideas [and]...step-by-step projects....This is a good selection for public libraries.” —Library Journal.

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From the Back Cover

Bring the soothing, renewing energy of water in motion into your home with stunning tabletop fountains. These projects offer all of the relaxing benefits of larger, outdoor fountains as well as stylish good looks. They'll suit every type of décor and enable you to try a variety of craft and construction techniques. Many of the projects celebrate the beauty of nature with such timeless items as rocks, slate, and bamboo. Others feature the clean, contemporary textures of glass, plastic, and metal. The beautiful location photography is inspiring; information on related topics such as Feng Shui, air plants, and Suiseki let you add personal touches to suit your environment. Turn any room into a sanctuary by building a tabletop fountain to rejuvenate and renew your spirit.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Lark Books (May 28, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1579902898
• ISBN-13: 978-1579902896
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,543,468 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Marthe Le Van is an editor for Lark Jewelry. Since 2000, she has written, edited, juried, or curated more than 40 titles. The books she's authored on making jewelry include 30-Minute Earrings, 30-Minute Necklaces, Stitched Jewels, Prefab Jewelry, Fabulous Jewelry from Found Objects, and The Art of Jewelry: Paper Jewelry. Marthe has also served as the editor for all jewelry books in Lark's popular "500" series, as well as the juror for 500 Wedding Rings and the curator for Masters: Gold. She is a member of the Art Jewelry Forum and the Society of North American Golsmiths. She lives in Asheville, North Carolina.