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Master the art and craft of metal jewelry making in your own home
studio Great jewelry is original, well-designed, and -- with the
right tools -- can be created at home by the aspiring artist. "The
Jeweler's Studio Handbook "guides you through the process of
equipping your own jewelry studio and teaches you the techniques
that will have you crafting one-of-a-kind metal jewelry in no
time.Artist Brandon Holschuh walks you through planning your work
space, selecting tools and materials, mastering basic metalwork
techniques, and applying your new skills to twenty original pieces.
In addition, "The Jeweler's Studio Handbook "encourages novel
design, good organization and fearless experimentation, ensuring it
will remain an invaluable resource for jewelry artists for years to
come.Invites you into the world of the home jewelry artist, from
workbench to galleryTeaches fundamental jewelry-making techniques
-- hammering, soldering, riveting, and more -- in full-color
photographsIllustrates the steps for crafting twenty beautiful
pieces of metalwork jewelry, including rings, bracelets, earrings,
and pendantsFeatures gallery-quality jewelry from dozens of
contributing artists
This 'multi-tasking' book provides 18 art glass designs including
birds, flowers, geometric, southwest and oceanscape motifs. Each of
these designs is shown in colour, accompanied with 4 illustrations
revealing alternative shapes and configurations. But the innovation
doesn't stop there A 7-page instruction section includes headings
such as: Customising Your Patterns; Colour Decisions; Pattern
Making; and Pattern Enlarging (5 methods). Plus crafters are
offered basic training on using the designs for Fused Glass
applications as well as systematic instruction for traditional
Mosaic assembly techniques. Clear directions, step-by-step
photographs, and a variety of alternatives for each design combine
to make this book a top value for every glass craft enthusiast, no
matter where their interests may be located.
Ages 6 to 12 yearsMake your very own bracelet!The BRAZILIAN
BRACELET is the South American cousin of the traditional FRIENDSHIP
BRACELET. When a friendship bracelet is tied on the wrist of a
friend, that friend can make a wish. Then, the bracelet must remain
on the friend's wrist until it falls off on its own. At that
moment, the WISH comes true. Some believe that the charm will be
broken if the bracelet is taken off before it falls off on its
own.But you won't have to wait for your beautiful BRAZILIAN
BRACELET to fall off. Complete with the SEED BEADS and RIBBON, it
can easily be removed using the magnetic clasp!
Create stunning, unique pieces of art to wow and delight friends and family with this on-trend kit. Neon Painted Rocks contains 4 large, porous rocks that are perfect for this type of art, 3 neon paints, 2 black and white paints, 2 high quality paint brushes, 5 dotting tools of varying thickness, and a 24-page book containing a step-by-step instructions and photography on how to create a range of stunning pieces!
Discover how easy, satisfying, and fun it is to create with acrylic
paints and mediums in Creative Acrylics. Acrylics are one of the
most versatile, affordable, and accessible art mediums, and you'll
learn all the tips, tricks, and techniques for blending colors and
building texture, plus excellent instruction on how to paint a
range of different subjects. Confused about which types of paints
to use, and how to use them? Creative Acrylics cuts through the
clutter and offers clear fundamentals for working with a variety of
paints and mediums to produce beautiful results. Acrylic paint is
water-soluble, dries quickly, and is forgiving, making it perfect
for those starting out. Begin your acrylic painting journey with an
expert who will guide you through enjoyable techniques and projects
as you build confidence and ramp up your skills. Step-by-step
techniques, lessons, and projects cover a wide range of styles and
genres, including color mixing, brushwork, glazing, and how to
paint easy florals, still lifes, landscapes, and animals. Take your
new skills even further and paint on different surfaces to create
an apron, painted shells, a paintbrush rest, clay pot, and more. In
Creative Acrylics you'll find: How to set up your workspace to make
painting more enjoyable A guide to the different types of acrylic
paint Basic techniques such as understanding color and value, and
how to add texture and other effects using paint and mediums
Lessons and projects that build skills: creating still lifes,
florals, landscapes and skies, and painting on fabric, wood,
shells, clay, and more With all these ideas and inspiration, your
acrylic painting journey can begin today! Perfect for all skill
levels, the books in the Art for Modern Makers series take a fun,
practical approach to learning about and working with paints and
other art mediums to create beautiful DIY projects and crafts.
"Have you ever experienced the peace of walking through the
woods or the excitement of a storm gathering on a beach? Artwork
provides the ability for us to capture those moments and share them
with others."
"Drawing Nature for the Absolute Beginner" offers a great
beginner's course on drawing nature. In their fun and friendly
teaching style, Mark and Mary Willenbrink show you how to
realistically capture the world around you.
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
- Follow along with easy step-by-step demonstrations to draw
rocks, seashells, butterflies and even more developed nature
scenes.
- Gain a working understanding of key concepts such as
perspective, value and composition.
- Discover simple tools and tips you can use right away to
improve your art.
Your artistic journey can be as pleasant as your final destination
with drawing instruction meant for everyone.
Leather never goes out of fashion - and now designer Christina
Anton shows crafters how to create colourful, fun and contemporary
leather jewellery. Simply follow her tutorial, which covers the
basic techniques from stamping to sewing, to make her magnificently
wearable art. Twenty-one beginner friendly projects, including
Layered Fringe Earrings and a Geometric Cuff Bracelet, will spark
your creativity and take you to the next level!
Jewelry making is satisfying and fun, especially with an
easy-to-follow book like Simple Jewelry. Whether you want to create
a conversation piece for yourself, or as a gift for someone
special, you will be able to craft this jewelry with ease. The
basic techniques section covers skills from knotting to proper
methods for working with wire, metal, beads, resin, and other
tactile materials. Even the complete beginner will tackle these
stylish projects with confidence. Simple Jewelry includes: 20
projects to make Designs suitable for beginners and more
experienced makers Includes step-by-step illustrations or
photographs to guide the reader Varied project styles that will
appeal to a range of ages and tastes Enter the wonderful world of
jewelry making as you make stunning and unique pieces from the
comfort of your own home.
A compelling activity for crafters and artists, doodlers and
colourers of all ages, each Paint by Sticker book includes
everything you need to create twelve vibrant, fuli-color
"paintings." The original images are rendered in low-poly, a
computer graphics style using geometric polygon shapes to create a
3D effect. As in paint-by-number, each template is divided into
dozens of spaces, each with a number that corresponds to a
particular sticker. Find the sticker, peel it, and place it in the
right space. Add the next, and the next, and the next--it's an
activity that's utterly absorbing, both in the pleasure of peeling
and sticking and the growing satisfaction of watching a "painting"
come to life, emerging from a flat black-and-white illustration to
a dazzling image with color, body, and spirit. Paint by Sticker:
Music Icons brings us face-to-face with Elvis, The Beatles,
Beyonce, Katy Perry, David Bowie, Cher, Prince, and other legendary
stars.
Renowned artist and instructor Jayne Persico, unlocks the mysteries
behind the creation of 3-dimensional art glass bracelets. Jayne is
the originator of the specialised techniques and tools for this
unique kiln forming process and now readers will benefit from her
experience as she reveals her secrets using action photographs and
easy to understand instructions. Jaynes first book Innovative
Adornments offered an introduction to fused glass and wire
jewellery techniques and this new book builds on the strength of
that foundation. This 80-page book offers 13 chapters covering
tools, sizing, preparation, bracelet forming, adjustments,
embossing, cane fabrication, pattern bar making, plus much more.
You will find tips and expert advice scattered throughout the book
to clarify specific concepts that will help the reader achieve the
best results. These bracelets are beautiful and intriguing and they
offer glass fusers and jewellery-makers a delightful way to expand
their skills and amaze their clients and friends.
Step into the fascinating world of magick with this collection of
supernatural symbols and beautiful images, ready for you to bring
to life with colour Embark on a bewitching journey into the world
of magick with this collection of intricate and striking images,
ready for you to colour and complete as you wish. Featuring
enchanted creatures, mystical objects and a host of other esoteric
miscellanea, this colouring book offers an array of beautiful
designs to celebrate the beliefs and practices associated with the
supernatural world. Take a moment of peace and clarity as you
journey through the mesmerising icons and patterns within these
pages. Each illustration is accompanied by an inspiring quote, or
insight into the history and meaning behind the symbol featured.
Packed full of beautiful and captivating designs, this colouring
book will help you connect with your natural energies and you
unleash your inner power. So relax, unwind, and explore the mystery
and magnetism of the magickal world.
Take your manga drawings to the next level with amazing outfits and
creative costumes. It just takes two details-wrinkles and shadows.
In How to Draw Clothing for Manga, you'll discover how adding a
tuck here, a gather there, and hiding some areas in shadow will
take your drawings from flat sketches to fantastic illustrations.
What you'll find inside: Basic techniques for drawing a variety of
fabric details, including pulled wrinkles, gathered folds, tucked
shapes, and more! Plus, learn how to express the differences
between stiff, thick fabric and soft fabric with drape. 35+ outfits
shown side by side with modeled photos to easily break down exactly
what to draw for a realistic finished look. From slim-fit tees to
skirts that twirl, every style is covered across all genders.
Practice line art to get you started mastering wrinkles and shadows
before adding details to your own work. With hundreds of sample
illustrations and step-by-step guidance, this is your must-have
guide to drawing clothes and costumes for your manga characters.
What are you waiting for? Grab your supplies and get started
drawing with style!
Readers of "Modern Expressions" will find chic necklace, earring
and bracelet designs that turn heads with their fashion-forward
sensibility. Furthermore, this book goes beyond instruction for
creating striking pieces and helps the reader see clothing options
to pair with the jewellery to show them off at their finest with a
how-to-wear sidebar accompanying at least half of the projects. All
of the projects feature modern components provided by major
manufacturers (such as Beadalon), so locating supplies is easy and
painless. The author spotlights his preferred basic jewellery
techniques, providing the reader with a strong foundation to create
their own one-of-a kind pieces.
Do you remember those unexpected, gloriously lazy days of
childhood, where time seemed to stretch out forever? Zoe Lake is
passionate about making such days happen for today's children. Zoe
loves creating something out of nothing and planning mini
adventures with her persistently dancing daughter - maybe building
a mighty fort, getting artistic with a camera or paintbrush, or
perhaps cooking up tasty treats for tea. In Adventures at Home she
shares 40 brilliant ways to fill your family's days with fun,
without spending much money or leaving your home, by engaging with
nature and your immediate environment. All you need is a bit of
time and imagination to create memorable moments together - indoors
and out - that will stay with you for a lifetime.
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