Restore. Recycle. Repurpose. by Randy Florke

With its emphasis on simplicity, thrift, and respect for historical integrity, Randy Florke calls his philosophy the 'anti-keeping up with the Joneses.' Comfort, style, and economy are the bellwether elements of his approach to decorating. Country Living Magazine contributing editor Randy Florke mixes the old, the new and the. Anyone hoping to transform a home from ordinary to extraordinary will find eco-friendly, thrifty, and stylish ideas. Repurpose: Create a Beautiful Home.By Randy Florke with Nancy J.

Florke clearly explains why going green is so important, how to use what's already there, find a focus for every space, and determine what makes something environmentally friendly. Color photographs show examples of rooms, all radiating country charm, created on a budget, and designed with the three 'R's in mind: restore, reuse, and repurpose. Providing inspiration as well as instruction, Florke shows how everyone can achieve a look that's both harmonious with the environment and beautiful. It is easy and free.Renovation that's eco-friendly.AND economically smart From Country Living contributing editor Randy Florke ( Your House, Your Home ) comes a gorgeous guide to decorating sustainably and inexpensively. About this product Product Information Renovation thats eco-friendly. Repurpose.: Create a Beautiful Home, (Hearst Books, 2010. I always start with simply taking the rugs outside and shaking out loose dirt or other material that is in the rug. I had gone with my father to The Looking Glass bookstore a few months back and picked up a copy of Randy Florke’s Restore. Most rugs can be put through the wash (depending on how much the material frays) then laid flat to dry. Finally, beautiful little amethyst flowers appeared. I had wondered if they would ever produce. they just sat there forever, barely growing. Another thing, they are ridiculously easy to clean. Once germinated, into the ground they went, where they remained well-watered until greenery that had a slight purplish tinge to it, formed. Rag rugs are nearly indestructible (my mother has some made out of her fathers clothing just after his death, about 41 years ago…). I have not personally made any using hooking or punching but have no doubt I will somewhere along the way. Renovation thats eco-friendly.

I have never formally been taught the others but I did teach myself how to crochet in order to make another type of rag rugs (yes, I am that person) and had learned weaving with yarn so making the transition to cloth was simple. I first learned how to braid rag rugs while volunteering at a living history museum in middle/high school. Hardcover, 192 pages See Other Available Editions Description 'Renovation that's eco-friendly.AND economically smart'From 'Country Living' contributing editor Randy Florke ('Your House, Your Home') comes a gorgeous guide to decorating sustainably and inexpensively.

Restore. Recycle. Repurpose. by Randy Florke