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Twenty-three models offer a menagerie of easy-to-fold animals. Figures range from birds to fish to mammals. Diagrams illustrate every step of the folding process, and full-color pictures depict completed models.

J.M.W. Turner is one of the most influential and important British artists of all time. His watercolours, with their extraordinary effects of shifting light and dramatic cloudscapes, are especially highly regarded. This book reveals the secrets of his technique for the first time, allowing watercolourists to try them out for themselves.

Demonstrates in detail how to build low-cost, low-tech, yet high-quality kilns and varied firing techniques. This work includes plans ranging from an easy, affordable and versatile Raku Kiln to a unique wood-fuelled Downdraft Stovepipe Barrel kiln.

Jane Rainbow shows how to create a selection of beautiful designs, using ten basic stitches. Clear step-by-step photographs illustrate how to develop embroidery skills, and how to create wonderful floral pictures which are worked in wool and soft colours.

Welcome to the new era of crochet. Making garments from the top down is a favourite knitting technique that allows knitters to test and adjust the fit as they go. Now, thanks to designer Dora Ohrenstein, crocheters will benefit for the first time from a pattern book featuring the same beloved approach.

Keep a Journal Using Hand Embroidery: Motifs, Techniques, Templates

The connection between wellbeing and textile creation is explored by Slow Stitch author Claire Wellesley-Smith, featuring international textile artists including Alice Kettle. Link your emotional health with your textile practice and make connections with others through traditional and non-traditional stitch methods and use of resonant materials.

POKEMON: How to Draw is a captivating and inspiring book by the renowned author, Pokémon. Published by HarperCollins Publishers on June 8, 2023, this book has quickly become a must-have for all Pokémon enthusiasts and aspiring artists. The book falls under the genre of 'How-to' and 'Art', making it a unique blend of creativity and practical guidance. It guides the readers through the process of drawing their favorite Pokémon characters, with step-by-step instructions and illustrations. The author, Pokémon, has done a fantastic job of making the process fun and easy to follow. This book is not just a guide; it's a journey into the world of Pokémon, where you get to create your favorite characters with your own hands. HarperCollins Publishers have once again lived up to their reputation of publishing high-quality, informative, and engaging content. Don't miss out on this amazing book. Embrace your artistic side and dive into the world of Pokémon drawing.

Draw Like an Artist: 100 Flowers and Plants is a must-have visual reference for student artists, botanical illustrators, urban sketchers, and anyone seeking to improve their realistic drawing skills. This comprehensive book features 600-plus step-by-step sketches depicting a vast array of beautiful botanicals, florals, plant structures, and more. Each begins with simple shapes and lines and builds on those forms, adding details like flower centers, leaf veins, and petal shading, and ending with a finished drawing. Helpful drawing tips are also included. Designed as a contemporary guidebook for artists who want to draw botanical forms, Draw Like an Artist: 100 Flowers and Plants shows flower blossoms, leaves, and plants from a variety of perspectives. By following the guides, artists will become more skilled and confident in their ability to draw any flower or greenery. Among the botanicals featured are: Tropical florals such as plumeria, protea, and African violetHanging and vine blooms, including wisteria and morning gloryBirch, white oak, gingko, and maple leavesPlants with interesting shapes, such as cactus, zebra grass, and bamboo Author Melissa Washburn is a skilled illustrator whose clear and elegant drawing style will make this a go-to sourcebook for years to come. The books in the Draw Like an Artist series are richly visual references for learning how to draw classic subjects realistically through hundreds of step-by-step images created by expert artists and illustrators.

A brand new stitch dictionary from the author of the wildly popular, AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary. KnitOvation includes more than 150 brand new colorwork motifs to expand knitters' creative possibilities and draw them further into the world of stranded knitting with clever, quirky, and beautiful motifs including botanicals, animals, and geometric patterns. The motifs are accompanied by a selection of accessory and garment designs to illustrate how the motifs can be used, and technical information on new topics including using charts and adding flourishes with duplicate stitch. More knitters than ever are enjoying colorwork, so now is a fantastic time to give them another tool for their knitting toolbox. Whether you're looking for new colorwork motifs, knitting techniques, or pattern ideas, KnitOvation makes a great gift for experienced knitters or for beginners looking for inspiration.

One hundred murder mystery puzzles to solve for armchair detectives and game lovers

A beautifully illustrated exploration of the concepts of fragmentation and repair in mixed-media and textile art from a leading artist.

Decorate your junk journal and relieve stress at the same time with these 300 vintage-inspired botanical cutouts (plus stickers).

This reimagined edition of Starmore's original Tudor Roses includes 14 patterns for sweaters and other wearables that follow the chronological order of the Tudor dynasty. A different model portrays each of the Tudor women, from Elizabeth Woodville, grandmother of Henry VIII, through Mary, Queen of Scots.

With his unerring eye, Kaffe has found the perfect location for his exquisite new collection of quilts, featuring his scintillating new fabric designs & his classics, all in his unique colour palette. This time he has chosen the iconic 13th-century Powis Castle in north Wales, where the 20 quilts in this book are set off against the storybook castle and stunning grounds.

Turn to an ancient Japanese needlework technique to update your home in a striking and minimalist way-from the author of The Ultimate Sashiko Source Book.The traditional Japanese embroidery technique, sashiko, is currently a major sewing trend in craft, interior design, and fashion. The big stitches are used to create stunning, geometric patterns and texture to make homewares with a stylish, Japanese minimalist look.This collection of eight simple sashiko patterns allows you try the technique yourself-projects include a tote bag, greetings cards, cushion, table mats, coaster, pocket hanging, a long sampler and Ranru hanging.Susan Briscoe is a leading expert in this traditional Japanese sewing technique, having first been introduced to sashiko in the early 1990s while teaching English in northern Japan."e;This book, like the craft that it takes as its focus, is minimalist and small . . . But I think that the simplicity of this collection really allows the individual pieces to shine . . . The photography is stunning, placing modern design against white walls with bits of Japanese art and decor sprinkled in."e; -Right Sides Together

Create legwarmers, ankle socks, and knee-length socks from fifty beautiful Latvian designs.Knit yourself a pair of stunning Latvian socks with this collection of traditional Latvian sock knitting patterns. There are fifty different styles to choose from including simpler variations of the socks such as leg warmers and ankle socks so, even if you are an inexperienced knitter, you can create a beautiful traditional design.Knitted socks have always played an important role in traditional Latvian culture. Girls are taught to knit at a young age, and it is traditional for brides to give socks and mittens as a gift to guests on their wedding day. This collection captures the essence of these stunning folk patterns and shows how you can mix these traditional designs with your contemporary wardrobe.

Punch Needle Friends is a delightful book written by the talented Faustine Duwicquet. Published in 2021 by Search Press Ltd, this book falls under the craft genre. It is a treasure trove for craft enthusiasts, offering a unique and creative approach to punch needle crafting. Faustine Duwicquet, with her expertise and creativity, brings to life a variety of charming characters and designs that you can create with a punch needle. From adorable animals to whimsical shapes, each project in the book is carefully explained with step-by-step instructions and illustrations, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters. Published by Search Press Ltd, known for their high-quality craft books, Punch Needle Friends is a must-have for anyone interested in exploring this fun and rewarding craft. The book is written in English.

In Hanna Karlzon's newest coloring book, you have been invited to a magical kingdom in a forest full of all sorts of beautiful plants and animals. Tales from the Forest Kingdom boasts 64 pages of elaborate flowers and trees and whimsical animals and their abodes. Drawn in her highly regarded detailed style, coloring book enthusiasts will love getting lost in Hanna's magical illustrations.

When the pressure's on, lessen your stress and let your creativity loose - along with a volley of swear words! The calming patterns and intricate designs in this colouring book are adorned with amusing obscenities to keep your hands busy, your mind occupied and your feet on the f*cking ground. Colour the cr*p out of it!

Draw Like an Artist: 100 Buildings and Architectural Forms shows readers step by step how to draw a global survey of culturally significant buildings and their details, from ancient to modern.

Art Makers: Empowered Embroidery makes it easy to learn to embroider iconic women. With simple sketching instructions, an overview of embroidery basics, step-by-step stitching projects, and portraits of strong women, this book appeals to artists, crafters, stitchers, and more.

For many people who want to keep a journal, the fear of the blank page can be a very real stumbling block, but is definitely something that can be resolved. In this essential reference guide, journaling expert Helen Colebrook offers up all her knowledge, tips and tricks to ensure you get truly bitten by the journaling bug.

Design the costume of your dreams with award-winning cosplayer Amanda Haas! Learn the art of making and wearing designer-quality costumes that will transform your persona, with inspirational photos and advice. To enable screen reader support, press Ctrl+Alt+Z To learn about keyboard shortcuts, press Ctrl+slash

The ultimate how-to guide to the essential botanical art techniques from the people who know it best, the American Society of Botanical Artists.