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Avente Tile Talk: Carter's Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles, Murals and.

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Carters Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles, Murals and Façades - Disappearing History. The Swan Inn is an example of Carters hand-painted tiles. Carters Tiles became known for hand-painted and themed tile panels. Hand-painted tile scenes graced the walls of butchers, fishmongers, and greengrocers. backsplash designs.

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Avente Tile Talk: Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Field Tiles

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Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Field Tiles. Enjoy Long-Lasting, Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles. Of course, you can pair field tile with decorative ceramic tile to create a spectacular custom design. The wonderful translucent colors are hand-painted onto softly domed "pillow-like" tiles.

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Avente Tile Talk: Interview with Nutmeg Designs

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Interview with Nutmeg Designs. Today Im excited to share an interview with Margaret Almon of Nutmeg Designs. Card & Thank you Bill Buyok received from Nutmeg Designs. Hope Spiral by Nutmeg Designs My husband began making stained glass in 2008, which transformed our home into a "one-bedroom-two-studio-rowhouse."

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Avente Tile Talk: Designing with Tile: Fireplaces & Hearths

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Designing with Tile: Fireplaces & Hearths. Be it a fresh coat of paint, updated flooring, dramatic lighting, and so on, the need for a soothing environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Although not one piece will stand out over another, all aspects of the space work together to create a cohesive design. design ideas.

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Avente Tile Talk: Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design

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Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design. Dating back to as early as the 7th century the Islamic Arts have influenced an array of cultures and societies, such as the notable geometric designs in their tile work. These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. Tuesday, May 20, 2014. By Selena Madden. Image Credit.

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Avente Tile Talk: Tile Fireplace Design Tips

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Tile Fireplace Design Tips. Today I will share three tips that can help you achieve the best design for your tiled fireplace. A fireplace using hand-painted Spanish Tile. Design Rule #1 for Tiled Fireplaces: What’s your style? Are you working with a rustic or contemporary design? Tuesday, February 25, 2014.

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Avente Tile Talk: Playing with Pattern in Tile Design

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Playing with Pattern in Tile Design. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. Tuesday, March 4, 2014. Patterns are fun. Patterns create comfort.

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