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Making Full Tang Knives for Beginners: Step-by-Step Manual from Design to the Finished Knife (Spiral bound): Stefan... Making Full Tang Knives for Beginners: Step-by-Step Manual from Design to the Finished Knife (Spiral bound)
Stefan Steigerwald, Peter Fronteddu
R881 R689 Discovery Miles 6 890 Save R192 (22%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

From drawing the initial sketches of a design to etching your initials into the handle, Steigerwald and Fronteddu expertly demonstrate how to build a fixed-blade, full tang knife with detailed, step-by-step instructions and illustrations. These widely used knives are robust implements and are relatively easy to create, making this form an ideal choice for the beginning knife maker. No previous knifemaking knowledge is necessary, and the list of required tools is short: files, sandpaper, a drill, and elbow grease. All knives shown are variants of the same basic construction, but you will find many different styles of bolsters and handles, as well as advice on selecting the right steel according to the demands of a particular blade s components. Having a small, handy knife at your side, designed and made by your own hands, will surely bring you more satisfaction than a store-bought, mass-produced pocket knife."

Hand Lettering 101 - An Introduction to the Art of Creative Lettering (Spiral bound): Chalkfulloflove Hand Lettering 101 - An Introduction to the Art of Creative Lettering (Spiral bound)
Chalkfulloflove
R674 R531 Discovery Miles 5 310 Save R143 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Over 200,000 books sold! With Hand Lettering 101, Sarah brings her popular Austin-based Hand Lettering 101 workshop right to you with this beginner's workbook! If you follow Chalkfulloflove on social media, you and thousands of others already know how adorable Sarah's hand-lettered creations are. Hand Lettering 101 teaches Sarah's fun faux-calligraphy style: you will learn the strokes to letter the lower and upper case alphabets and numbers 0-9, learn techniques for connecting letters, get tips on how to mix and match fonts, and learn to add flair with flourishes. Hand Lettering 101 also includes detailed instructions for nine different hand-lettered projects. This is an introduction, so no experience is needed! Since practice is key, this gold, spiral-bound workbook lays flat and provides plenty of opportunities for practice. Chalkfulloflove was created to encourage, inspire and make you giggle, so just pour yourself a cup of coffee or a glass of wine and settle in to learn how to make your own unique, adorable hand-lettered creations! Includes: - Hardcover, oversized gold wire-o binding and gold corner protectors - Step-by-step instructions for how to create various fonts and designs - Thick premium paper, perfect for lettering - Beautiful coffee table book and practical workbook

Joyful Inspirations Adult Coloring Book (31 Stress-Relieving Designs) (Paperback): Peter Pauper Press Inc Joyful Inspirations Adult Coloring Book (31 Stress-Relieving Designs) (Paperback)
Peter Pauper Press Inc
R204 R172 Discovery Miles 1 720 Save R32 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Twenty Decorative Carving Projects in Period Style s (Paperback): S Bisco Twenty Decorative Carving Projects in Period Style s (Paperback)
S Bisco
R552 R379 Discovery Miles 3 790 Save R173 (31%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This title presents 20 unique period projects to enhance any home. This UK author provides projects that are step-by-step, fully illustrated and come with patterns. It is suitable for all skill levels and of particular interest to visitors of stately homes & historical buildings. This wonderful collection of inspirational period carving projects ranges from the quick and simple to the long and complex, so caters for hobby carvers of all abilities. The new carver can start with the simplest project and, over a period of time, work through to the intermediate and advanced levels, while experienced carvers will find pieces to challenge and engage them. Each project is designed to capture the spirit and style of a particular period throughout history and at the end of each project readers will have developed new skills, gained an understanding of another style, and created a carving to proudly display in their home. Projects each have an introduction, setting it in historical context, a tracing pattern, an inspirational picture of the finished carving and comprehensive, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and photographs.

Best of British Arts and Crafts (Hardcover, illustrated edition): Brian Coleman Best of British Arts and Crafts (Hardcover, illustrated edition)
Brian Coleman
R2,106 R1,569 Discovery Miles 15 690 Save R537 (25%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

More than 100 years after the death of designer William Morris, the Arts and Crafts Movement is enjoying a revival, becoming more popular than it was during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Attracted by its attention to quality and design, admirers-from Hollywood stars to young people furnishing their first home-are appreciate the designs from Morris, De Morgan, Dresser, Tinworth, Marshall, Barlow, Pearson, Bell, and many more. This new book celebrates the very best designs in ceramics, furniture, metalwares, and the fine arts. With over 250 color photographs it is a treasure trove of visual information. Some of the world's most renowned experts have contributed their scholarship, including Stephen Calloway, Francis King, Andrew Barlow, John Catleugh, Max Donnelly, Mark Golding, Harry Lyons, Barbara Morris, and Peter Rose. Honesty of purpose, fine craftsmanship, and respect for good design are as valued now as when they first became the tenets of Arts & Crafts philosophy in late-Victorian England. This book is a source of inspiration and education for collectors around the world.

Carving Teddy Bears: with Kelley Stadelman (Paperback): Kelley Stadelman Carving Teddy Bears: with Kelley Stadelman (Paperback)
Kelley Stadelman
R408 R312 Discovery Miles 3 120 Save R96 (24%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Teddy bears have wonderful effects on people. Even the most hard-nosed pragmatist is moved to cuddle these bundles of fluff. With her great eye for character and her elegant simplicity of carving, Kelley Stadelman captures the spirit of the teddy bear in this step-by-step guide to carving. With color photographs illustrating each phase, from laying out the blank to painting and antiquing the finished product, the carver will enjoy transforming a block of wood into a lovable bear. One project, the "Teddy Bear Boy," is carved completely for the book. In addition there are patterns for other bears, with a gallery to show the finished creations. This is a great book for carvers of all ages.

Beaded Chain Mail Jewelry - Timeless Techniques with a Twist (Paperback, Revised edition): Dylon Whyte Beaded Chain Mail Jewelry - Timeless Techniques with a Twist (Paperback, Revised edition)
Dylon Whyte
R513 R425 Discovery Miles 4 250 Save R88 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Chain mail is one of the hottest jewellery trends out there; add beads and the style positively shines. Bestselling author and chain mail expert Dylon Whyte presents his time-tested, time-saving techniques with twenty-six breath-taking projects, ranging from extremely simple to challenging. A thorough introduction, illustrated with computer-generated pictures, covers the basic techniques. Then Whyte reveals his patented, perfected beading method: rather than using difficult wire wrapping, he threads the beads directly onto the rings before they're fashioned into chain mail. Thirty exciting projects include a delicate Persian patterned anklet, embellished with tiny silver bells and an amethyst opera-length necklace and silver earrings shaped like inverted peacock feathers, edged with rings and turquoise beads.

Colour Your Own Medieval Alphabet (Paperback): British Library Colour Your Own Medieval Alphabet (Paperback)
British Library
R283 R236 Discovery Miles 2 360 Save R47 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A medieval A to Z with letters from the collections of the British Library to colour in. Before the invention of the printing press, books were written out by hand, and were priceless objects. The most precious books were illuminated with gold or with bright colours. Initial letters were often highlighted either as decoration or to mark an important passage. This new colouring book is packed with a series of intricate letters carefully selected from the extensive collection of the British Library. The letters are sourced from medieval charters and seals, historical and literary manuscripts, from Virgil to Chaucer and Royal Statutes to the Book of Psalms. Each of the original letters is reproduced in colour, so that you can decide whether you prefer to choose your own colours, or to use the colours that the artist intended. With key facts about each of the letters and their source, this is the perfect book for history buffs and colouring-in fans alike.

P.S. - We Made This - A modern craft book for kids + parents! (Paperback): Erica Domesek P.S. - We Made This - A modern craft book for kids + parents! (Paperback)
Erica Domesek
R449 Discovery Miles 4 490 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

From the creator of the popular website and Instagram @psimadethis comes a how-to craft and creativity book for parents and kidsErica Domesek is a social media star and the original queen of DIY. P.S. We Made This follows in the footsteps of her first two books, offering creative and colorful at-home projects, but now invites the whole family to join in the fun! It encourages parents (and kids!) to step away from the screens and help their littles learn essential sensory, motor, developmental, and life skills. From self-expression and imaginative play to problem-solving, these projects keep kids entertained, curious, and growing. Each chapter has simple out-of-the-box crafts, recipes, and ideas to engage kids of all ages. This is the perfect book for encouraging your child's development and self-confidence, while also teaching them to have fun along the way.

Practical Woodcarving: Design and Application (Paperback, illustrated edition): James E. Seitz Practical Woodcarving: Design and Application (Paperback, illustrated edition)
James E. Seitz
R754 R596 Discovery Miles 5 960 Save R158 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

If you're a woodcarver seeking inspiration for that next carving project, look no further! This book is full of ideas for designing and creating a myriad of unique and handmade projects, all of which can be used in and around the house or given as gifts. A total of 155 different projects are illustrated, including desk accessories, boxes and cabinets, tableware, coin banks, walking sticks, and nameplates. Appropriate for experts as well as new carvers, the book covers important principles in design and decoration. The text is presented in easy-to-follow language and supplemented with over 200 photographs and 70 drawn patterns. The book also illustrates different methods and styles of carving as applied to the items shown. Written by an experienced woodcarver, designer, and author, this comprehensive book provides a wealth of information for all who want to use and enjoy their carving projects.

Creative Haven Home Sweet Home Coloring Book (Book): Teresa Goodridge Creative Haven Home Sweet Home Coloring Book (Book)
Teresa Goodridge
R210 R152 Discovery Miles 1 520 Save R58 (28%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Crafted from Nature: Rustic Furniture Techniques (Paperback): Bim Willow Crafted from Nature: Rustic Furniture Techniques (Paperback)
Bim Willow
R526 R406 Discovery Miles 4 060 Save R120 (23%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The author features three women who share their special designs of rustic woodworking. Using the materials that nature provides, they create beautiful furniture and accessories for home and garden. New Yorker Jane Voorhees creates a picture frame using birch bark and twigs. Skye Gregson, who lives among the Adirondack Mountains, makes a diminutive three-legged table, with cherry burl top and apple legs. From a log, sculptor Marcia Perry, of Michigan, carves a cave-like child's chair with a delightful squirrel gracing the top. All three bring considerable talent and creativity to their work, which they freely share with readers. Each project is illustrated with step-by-step color photos, and detailed descriptions of the techniques employed, so readers have a clear guide to creating the furniture.

The Organic Artist - Make Your Own Paint, Paper, Pigments, Prints and More from Nature (Paperback): Nick Neddo The Organic Artist - Make Your Own Paint, Paper, Pigments, Prints and More from Nature (Paperback)
Nick Neddo
R518 R455 Discovery Miles 4 550 Save R63 (12%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

It's time to go back to basics If you're interested in art, but find that it's becoming an increasingly expensive hobby, "The Organic Artist" is just the book for you It encourages us all to return to those days when art was made with all-natural materials, such as charcoal and birch bark. Immersing you in the natural world, "The Organic Artist" seeks to inspire creativity by connecting you to your organic roots. In addition to offering a wide variety of suggestions for using nature as supplies for art, this book also introduces the concepts of awareness and perception that are foundational to the creative process. Readers will refine drawing skills, as well as increase their appreciation for the visual arts and the natural landscape. Some of the projects and skills covered include the following: making paper and wild ink, working with soapstone, clay, wood, and rawhide, printmaking and stenciling, natural pigments and dyes, camouflage and body painting, and nature journaling.

The Complete Book of Polymer Clay (Paperback): Lisa Pavelka The Complete Book of Polymer Clay (Paperback)
Lisa Pavelka
R986 R815 Discovery Miles 8 150 Save R171 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This encyclopaedic book provides everything readers need to know about working with polymer clay. Clear, concise and comprehensive, this is an essential addition to any crafter's library, no matter their skill level. It features six original projects that include pendants, curio boxes and a bracelet. From pins and pendants to bracelets, buttons and embellishments, crafters of all ages are embracing the creativity that polymer clay inspires. This encyclopaedic book by renowned expert Lisa Pavelka includes the latest techniques, handy tips and trade secrets. Pavelka presents a sweeping overview of materials, how-to fundamentals and construction techniques. She also introduces six original projects with complete instructions showing readers how to make pendants, curio boxes, a necklace and a bracelet. Clear, concise and comprehensive, this is an essential addition to any crafter's library, no matter his or her skill level. For even more inspiration, this indispensable reference features a gallery of 50 original projects by Pavelka and other talented polymer clay designers.

365 Days of Drawing - Sketch and Paint Your Way Through the Creative Year (Paperback): Lorna Scobie 365 Days of Drawing - Sketch and Paint Your Way Through the Creative Year (Paperback)
Lorna Scobie 1
R350 R280 Discovery Miles 2 800 Save R70 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Get lost in your creativity with 365 Days of Drawing, a thoughtful and inspiring art journal designed to help you carve out moments of self-expression. Lorna shows you that drawing does not have to be scary - it can be done with any materials, in any colour, in any style and can be done anywhere. Each activity has been given a loose category: imagination, tutorial, relaxation, colour theory and observational, so that you can practice a broad range of drawing skills. Each 'theme' is designed to expand your creative skills and spark the artist within. With helpful prompts and pages that encourage you to try new materials to draw with, 365 Days of Drawing is guaranteed to stir your imagination and put a little creativity into every single day.

Swedish Carving Techniques (Paperback, Revised Ed.): W Sundqvist Swedish Carving Techniques (Paperback, Revised Ed.)
W Sundqvist
R682 R454 Discovery Miles 4 540 Save R228 (33%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

For all those looking for this much sought-after handbook, the wait is over. Originally published in 1990 and out of print for almost 10 years, Swedish Carving Techniques by Wille Sundqvist has enjoyed cult status among carvers and craftsmen and is widely considered the bible of spoon carvers. Now a brand-new issue, just like the 1990 version, can be yours. In an honest, straightforward style, Wille Sundqvist shares his love for basic hand tools and the practical objects they can produce from branches, burls, and crooked pieces of wood. He brings this simple art to life by showing you carving techniques, tips for designing spoons for maximum strength, how to shape dough bowls, butter paddles and ladles, techniques for adding decorative detailing and safety tips for enjoying this age-old craft.

Ethnic Jewelry: from Africa, Eure, and Asia (Paperback): Sibylle Jargstorf Ethnic Jewelry: from Africa, Eure, and Asia (Paperback)
Sibylle Jargstorf
R912 R720 Discovery Miles 7 200 Save R192 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This new study presents striking parallels in both ethnic (non-European) and folk (European) traditional costumes and ornaments made with silver and glass. African ornaments include Zulu beads, Maghreb necklaces, the Oba's crown, and Massai headpieces. European ornaments extend from the Baltic to the Alps and from Russia, Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire. Asian jewelry comes from the Fertile Crescent, the Silk Route, and the foothills of the Himalaya. Each example exquisitely displays a common sense of beauty among many distant peoples.

My Cat Mermaid & Friends (Paperback): Editors of Klutz My Cat Mermaid & Friends (Paperback)
Editors of Klutz
R682 R583 Discovery Miles 5 830 Save R99 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

My Cat Mermaid & Friends is the follow-up to My Simple Sewing by Klutz Junior. Learn how to sew adorable plush sea creature friends! This fabulous craft kit has everything for you to make your own lovely sea creature friends - make a cute cat mermaid, super-fun seahorse and a nice, trendy narwhal! The kit includes: an instruction book for guidance and inspiration coloured felt rhinestones adhesive glitter felt yarn stuffing plastic sewing needle. What is Klutz? Klutz is a premium brand of book-based activity kits, designed to inspire creativity in every child. Our unique combination of crystal-clear instructions, custom tools and materials and hearty helpings of humour is 100% guaranteed to kick-start creativity. Super-clear instructions Open-ended Creativity Rewarding Reading Skills to Build On Everything You Need

Brain Games - Dot to Dot: Famous People and Places (Spiral bound): Publications International Ltd, Brain Games Brain Games - Dot to Dot: Famous People and Places (Spiral bound)
Publications International Ltd, Brain Games
R374 R317 Discovery Miles 3 170 Save R57 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Manga Mania Universe - The Massive Book of Drawing Manga (Paperback): Christopher Hart Manga Mania Universe - The Massive Book of Drawing Manga (Paperback)
Christopher Hart
R671 R526 Discovery Miles 5 260 Save R145 (22%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

With more than 250 characters across all the popular genres, this is the big, must-have book for every aspiring manga artist! Drawing on the mega-success of Christopher Hart's Manga Mania series, Manga Mania Universe combines curated content from each of his previous Manga Mania books (Girl Power!, Romance, and Shonen) into one giant, breathtaking volume. It showcases the best in capturing manga girls, romantic characters and scenes, and action and adventure. Fans will enjoy having such a wide variety of first-rate how-to-draw instruction, along with the dynamic artwork that has made this series so popular.

Resilience - Honouring the Children of Residential Schools (Paperback): Geraldine (Gramma) Shingoose Resilience - Honouring the Children of Residential Schools (Paperback)
Geraldine (Gramma) Shingoose
R405 Discovery Miles 4 050 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Resilience is the third colouring book made up of works by Anishnaabe artist Jackie Traverse. As with her previous highly successful colouring books, Sacred Feminine and IKWE, this new book contains both drawings and paintings by Jackie. Resilience honours the Indigenous peoples who were colonized by and endured the violence of Canada's child stealing systems - residential schools, the Sixties Scoop and child "welfare." Some Indigenous people survived those systems; tragically, some did not. Jackie and her art pay tribute to and celebrate the resilience of Indigenous peoples as they rebuild their communities and lives. Grassroots grandmother Geraldine (Gramma) Shingoose provides a foreword.

Amazing Color by Numbers Large Print (Large print, Paperback, Large type / large print edition): Arcturus Publishing Amazing Color by Numbers Large Print (Large print, Paperback, Large type / large print edition)
Arcturus Publishing
R403 R349 Discovery Miles 3 490 Save R54 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Turning Humidors with Dick Sing (Paperback): Dick Sing Turning Humidors with Dick Sing (Paperback)
Dick Sing
R465 R356 Discovery Miles 3 560 Save R109 (23%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

For the cigar aficionado, a proper humidor is absolutely essential for the safe storage of favorite cigars. Dick Sing offers his design for an eye-catching cylindrical humidor to the discriminating craftsman and connoisseur. In this book, he provides detailed instructions on the design, turning, and finishing of this distinctive humidor. Helpful hints and practical advice useful to woodturners of all levels are provided. The instructions are accompanied by over 180 color photographs, illustrating each step. Details are presented not only on the construction of the humidor, but also on the proper lining materials and equipment necessary to maintain the optimal humidity level within the confines of the humidor. A photo gallery at the end of the book provides additional inspiration.

Wade Miniatures: An Unauthorized Guide to Whimsies, Premiums, Villages, and Characters (Paperback, Revised): Donna S. Baker Wade Miniatures: An Unauthorized Guide to Whimsies, Premiums, Villages, and Characters (Paperback, Revised)
Donna S. Baker
R542 R424 Discovery Miles 4 240 Save R118 (22%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Since the mid-nineteenth century, the George Wade pottery in Burslem, England, has produced many forms of ceramic items. It is best known for their delightful series of tiny porcelain animals known as Whimsies (R). Highly collectible, the Whimsies have been joined over the years by many equally charming miniatures, some sold by the company directly and others distributed as premiums. With over 380 full color photographs, this revised book showcases the endearing miniatures produced by Wade from the 1950s to the present, including Red Rose Tea and Tom Smith premiums, Whoppas and Whimsie-Land figurines, Nursery Favourites, Happy Families, Disney's Hat Box series, the diminutive Minikins, and many more. Also featured are Wade's highly detailed miniature villages, original Wade boxes and displays, information on color and size variations, company marks, and updated values for all items. A treat for Wade lovers everywhere!

The Wood Burn Book - An Essential Guide to the Art of Pyrography (Paperback): Rachel Strauss The Wood Burn Book - An Essential Guide to the Art of Pyrography (Paperback)
Rachel Strauss
R451 Discovery Miles 4 510 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In The Wood Burn Book, Rachel Strauss (@woodburncorner) teaches you everything you'll need to know to master pyrography, whether you're brand new to the hobby or you've been "writing with fire" for years. This essential guide opens with a brief background to the art of wood burning, a list of tools and how to use them, basic techniques that can be used over and over again, and even what to burn and how to be safe doing it. You will also find a detailed explanation of the process from start to finish, with patterns, techniques for lettering and adding color, as well as dozens of projects ready for gifting, including picture frames, cutting boards, coasters, cards, wooden spoons, and jewelry. Above all, Strauss has created the book she wished she had when she first discovered pyrography: a simple guide that quickly gets the reader successfully burning. With the right tools and a little time, you'll be able to create meaningful handmade gifts without breaking the bank. Whether it's to create a family name sign as a housewarming gift for newlyweds, or customize baby blocks for a new little one, wood burning is the versatile hobby that can be used time and time again to create memorable gifts for all of life's occasions. In addition, wood burning is a practice in mindfulness, requiring patience and focus to awaken the senses and calm the mind. Mastering the art of writing with fire begins with the ability to follow a line. If you can trace, you can burn.

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