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Aimed at beginner artists interested in cartooning and at the countless fans of cartoons, animation and comics, this title shows readers basic tips for creating a cast of the characters inspired by cartoons.

A vibrant introduction to producing colourful pictures in felt.

All you need to get started are some simple supplies, basic techniques, and inspiration. From field to forest, beach or mountain, begin with a structural sketch, apply values and textures, and, before you know it, you'll be drawing everything you see. You'll even learn how to render favorite wildlife such as chipmunks, deer and eagles!

50 Fabric Animals presents a cute collection of 50 animal-themed fabric projects to make for you and your home, or as the perfect gift for friends, family and children.

In the latest addition to the Color Mixing Recipes family of books, artist William F. Powell provides instruction on color mixing as it relates to landscape painting in oil and acrylic.

Weaving with high-twist yarns and contrasting materials can create fabrics with lively textures and elastic properties. This title shows how textiles can do precisely shape themselves.

A one-stop resource that is suitable for anyone looking to learn the fine art of furniture upholstery. It teaches all of the techniques through step-by-step illustrated instructions of five projects, including a Louis chair, a slipper chair, a wingback chair, a full-sized sofa, and an ottoman.

A beautiful collection of brand new Tilda projects, featuring seasonal designs. Each chapter is themed on a classic children's story, such as Pinocchio, Bambi, The Nutcracker and The Princess and the Pea. Projects include new doll designs (ballerinas, princesses, soldiers and animals), as well as gifts and decorations.

Credited with inspiring Walt Disney to pursue a career in animation, this book is a wonderful masterclass in drawing a delightful range of subjects. Pictures are broken down into simple shapes and lines, which are then built up, with the aid of clear step-by-step instructions, into beautiful drawings.

Complete with 18 genuine patterns from 1941, this book allows you to recreate the authentic homemade styles of the 'Golden Age' of knitting. It includes helpful conversions and advice.

Beanies are a must-have for any season. Whether sporty, glamorous, trendy or offbeat there's a style here to suit everyone.

Focuses on foundational principles of art. This book gives serious beginners to professional artists an understanding of the old masters' unparalleled approach to paint application. It includes ten step-by-step portrait demonstrations.

Veteran spinner and spindle aficionado Abby Franquemont teaches spinners old and new how to to create incredible yarn with this amazing, yet simple tool.

More than 100,000 weaver have used this unparalleled study guide to learn from scratch or hone their skills. All of the basics are covered: understanding the tools of weaving, making a good warp three ways, reading and designing drafts, and understanding weave structures. We don't know of a better weaving text.

Artists of all ages are invited to add their own hues to Grant Wood's "American Gothic, "Renoir's "Luncheon of the Boating Party, " Winslow Homer's "Snap the Whip, "as well as works by Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, Edward Hopper, John Singer Sargent, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Vincent van Gogh, and masterpieces by 51 other great artists.

The whys and hows of the various aspects of landscape painting: angles and consequent values, perspective, painting of trees, more. 34 black-and-white reproductions of paintings by Carlson. 58 explanatory diagrams.

Unsurpassed as a manual for students, this Atlas includes sections on bones, muscles, surface anatomy, proportion, equilibrium, and locomotion. Other unique features are sections on the types of human physique, anatomy from birth to old age, an orientation on racial anatomy, and an analysis of facial expressions.

Contains illustrated information on the tools and techniques of ink drawing. Aimed at professional and student illustrators, architects and artists, this book reviews tonal and linear drawing, ways to depict light and shade, methods of handling object groupings, and other basics of composition.

"In any exhibition of amateur work . . . it is not at all unusual to find many charming water-colour drawings, but . . . it is very rarely that the work in the oil medium is anything but dull, dead, and lacking in all vitality and charm."--Harold SpeedSuch provocative assertions are characteristic of this stimulating and informative guide, written in a highly personal and unique style by a noted painter and teacher. Brimming with pertinent insights into the technical aspects and painting in oils, it is also designed to help students perfect powers of observation and expression.Harold Speed has distilled years of painting and pedagogical experience into an expert instructional program covering painting technique, painting from life, materials (paints, varnishes, oils and mediums, grounds, etc.), a painter's training, and more. Especially instructive is his extensive and perceptive discussion of form, tone, and color, and a fascinating series of detailed "Notes" analyzing the painting styles of Velasquez, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Franz Hals, and Rembrandt.Nearly 70 photographs and drawings illustrate the text, among them prehistoric cave paintings, diagrams of tonal values, stages of portrait painting, and reproductions of masterpieces by Giotto, Vermeer, Ingres, Rembrandt, Titian, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Hals, Giorgione, Poussin, Corot, Veronese, and other luminaries. In addition to these pictorial pleasures, the author further leavens the lessons with thought-provoking opinion.Clear, cogent, and down-to-earth, this time-honored handbook will especially interest serious amateurs studying the technical aspects of oil painting, but its rich insight into the mind and methods of the artist will enlighten and intrigue any art lover.

Classic knitting bible that removes the frustration and puts the fun back into knitting with easy-to-follow instructions and timeless designs.

The techniques of metal colouring, bronzing and patination are assuming a new importance in contemporary fine metalwork and design. Richard Hughes and Michael Rowe have assembled and tested the recipes included in this book, which is the most comprehensive work on the subject currently available, an essential reference and sourcebook for practitioners and all those involvoved in sculpture, architecture, designs and the decorative arts. It brings together hundreds of recipes and treatments previously scattered in a variety of old books and technical papers, and provides the artist-craftsman with a very wide range of coloured finishes.

The book provides explanations of different techniques of printmaking and illustrates both details and whole prints to show the effects that can be achieved. Woodcut, engraving and mezzotint are among the different processes explained and placed within an historical context.

Experience your favourite characters and enchanting scenes from one of the most famous fantasy worlds ever created - Middle-earth - in a brilliant new way with this official colouring book based on the epic The Lord of the Rings film trilogy directed by Peter Jackson.

This first official tie-in coloring book to the Bridgerton series includes more than 75 original illustrations of familiar scenes and characters for fans to color in

Calling all yarn enthusiasts with a sweet tooth! Say goodbye to calorie counting and hello to stitch counting with sixteen delectable amigurumi dessert patterns. Crochet delicious fruit tarts bursting with juicy strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and tangy lemons, a mesmerizing seven-layer rainbow cake, an array of macarons in over five mouthwatering "flavors," and other guilt-free pastries and confections. Easy-to-follow instructions and full-color photos will guide crafters of all skill levels, from beginner to expert, to whip up these delightful handmade treats for family and friends or as keepsakes.

Dive into the delightful world of "Mini Creature Amigurumi Crochet Patterns," where creativity knows no bounds! This charming book presents a treasury of 28 endearing miniature amigurumi patterns that encompass everything from lovable animals to whimsical food items. Whether you're a crochet novice or a seasoned pro, this collection caters to all skill levels. Begin your journey with the "Crochet Basics" section, where you'll master essential stitches, techniques, and abbreviations. Then, venture into the heart of the book, featuring the star attractions: the Mini Creature Amigurumi Patterns. From timeless favorites like Hello Kitty and Piglet to mythical creatures like Dragons and Cacticorn Mermaids, this compilation offers an array of options to captivate your crochet imagination. Clear instructions and helpful illustrations make crafting these mini creatures a breeze. So, pick up your crochet hook, select your preferred yarn, and embark on a whimsical adventure where each stitch brings these charming creations to life. "Mini Creature Amigurumi Crochet Patterns" is your gateway to a world of cuteness and creativity - let the crocheting commence!

Full explanation of felting on a ball techniques and materials Step-by-step instructions to eleven full projects, plus ideas for variations Extra wet felting and finishing techniques, such as cord-making and installing closures Over 550 colourful photographs to illustrate the projects and steps

"100 knitting patterns and charts for colourwork mittens and more"--Cover.

"A new collection from world-renowned textile artist Kaffe Fassett. Kaffe Fassett's Brilliant Little Patchwork Collection features 20 projects to quilt and stitch using all-new fabrics. The collection includes: easy patchwork projects to quilt and stitch; the celebrated, bold, and colorful Kaffe Fassett fabrics; and over 200 gorgeous, vivid photographs throughout. 20 fun, quick-to-stitch accessory projects. These little quilting projects are easy to make and stitch up fast (unlike full-size quilts). They can be fashioned over a weekend or a few cozy afternoons as Kaffe walks readers through each project step by step. Each simple project is infused with all the color and pizazz of Kaffe's larger works, mixing and matching bold colors and patterns with ease in projects like aprons, tablecloths, kimonos, cushions, and mini quilts. Quilters of all abilities will find this inspiring collection a welcome addition to their library"--