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With a steady hand, good eyes (or a good magnifier) and a passion for detail, metal miniatures can add colour and life to role playing or simply be displayed and enjoyed.

A do-it-yourself guide to the basics of paint preparation and application so you can paint like the pros.

A deck adds comfortable outdoor living space which the whole family can enjoy. Extend the life of your deck by applying a weather-resistant paint or exterior stain.

It 's easy and economical to do it yourself with interior paint projects. But take the time to do it right, with step-by-step instructions and painting techniques.

No matter how much paint is used to cover nicks, gouges and holes on walls and ceilings, results never will be satisfying unless the surface is prepared correctly.

An altered frame makes a great gift to commemorate a special event or a special person.

Interior design incorporates all of a rooms elements into one comprehensive plan. Don't let a boring ceiling distract an otherwise attractive room.

Forthcoming exhibition will show Frank Auerbach's paintings of London's World War II post-war bomb sites and the city's subsequent reconstruction between 1952 and 1962.

Have you ever searched for just the right wallpaper or border only to have it come close but not quite match? There is nothing to say that you cannot alter it yourself.

Learn the best techniques for painting a front door from top to bottom.

Coming across a wall paint idea that is unique yet simple to pull off is no easy feat. But with these intricate, unique and incredibly simple interior paint ideas ...

Turn your child's boring closet doors into a private drive. It is easy to create chalkboard closets that look exactly like a paved road. Step-by-step photos included.

Model train landscapes are fantastic miniature versions of the real world recreated in astonishing detail. Learn how it's done and create one today.

Whip up some creative genius to give a boring photo album new life.

Watercolor paper will buckle when wet so it is best to stretch it. This will help keep it a little flatter during the painting process and make framing easier.

What are the "origins" of Taoist art? Explore art of China's earliest dynasties, as well as the role of Taoist artists in feudal society.

Wet into wet relies upon happy accidents by pigments bleeding into one another. The riot of colour that flowers offer is an ideal subject matter for this technique.

Changing the look of a kitchen is as easy as a weekend of painting. Get ideas for a new color scheme and find the best methods to apply paint to kitchen cabinets.

Painting projects often end up making a mess, taking up more time than allotted or not being as crisp as a professional job. But these tips make it quick and easy.

Learn how to select the right painting tools for your project. A guide to make sure you have all you need from start to finish.

Early 20th-century expressionist artist Bratby and mixed-media artist Tàpies added components of writing to their repertoires.

Alfred Stevens, painter and sculptor, was a genius but also a perfectionist. His memorial to the Duke of Wellington in St Paul's Cathedral (London) was his final undoing

Children learn at a very early age that "A" is for apple. Take time to educate children about this juicy fruit across the curriculum.

This third instalment of Interview with the Pros is with encaustic painter Leah MacDonald.

Fabric painting is a simple way for quilters, sewers, scrapbookers, and other artists to embellish and alter clothing, quilts, home decor, or just about any fabric item.

Montessori Thanksgiving activities engage a child's senses, allow for independent exploration, use real objects that are meaningful, relevant and encourage creativity.

Paint problems usually occur when the job at hand requires an unusual solution. Understanding is key for the DIY before beginning such a paint project.