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In the first book of miniature decorative bird-carving patterns
ever published, William Veasey presents intricately detailed
designs for the novice carver. This concise practicable guide will
help the amateur carver to develop the basic skills necessary to
produce his own realistic miniature birds.
In The 1000 Dot-to-Dot Book: Cityscapes, Thomas Pavitte takes his
incredible 1000 Dot-to-Dot series to the urban jungle. Tackle the
iconic skylines and landmarks of Paris, New York, London, Venice
and many more besides, and experience the cities of the world in a
whole new way as each one comes to life beneath your pen.
Build yourself a box and think outside of it. Your time starts now
... In the TV show and on my marriage certificate, my job
description is 'Taskmaster's Assistant'. That's what I do and it's
an honour. I like Taskmaster a lot. And, of course, I love The
Taskmaster. He's mountainous. If you feel in any way the same as me
then you should enjoy this paperback version of the official
Taskmaster book. There are tasks for you, your friends and your
family. There are new tasks, secret things and sneaky tricks. And
there is one swear word. So it's almost exactly like being on the
show. Good luck. Make good choices. Let's do Him proud. Alex Horne
Taskmaster's Assistant
This is about YOU. Draw cards to collect insight, gain feedback on
any issue of your choosing, and use The Tools to positively change
your life. The object is to discover the truth about who you really
are, what you want, and how to get there. It maps out steps needed
to find your inner freedom with a modern learning approach through
spiritual psychology. Included are spiritual, psychological, and
creative tools. Learn how to resolve day-to-day issues, develop a
stronger inner-relationship to have healthier outer relationships
by discovering your levels of consciousness. Come to better
understand your life's spiritual path, and create the life you've
always wanted. Enter a magical, powerful, and FUN experience of
self-discovery and transformation.Includes cards and book.
As readers complete each section of dots in this fun activity book,
beautiful animal portraits are revealed -- so intricate they're
ready for display The 20 puzzles in this book are much more
sophisticated than the one-dimensional images created in childhood
connect-the-dots books. Tonal shading and expressive line work
build as each numbered section is finished. Dot-to-dot puzzles have
also been proven to increase short-term cognitive acuity, hand-eye
coordination, and concentration skills. Whether readers are filling
time on a rainy day, using the puzzles for a party game, or
learning the principles of drawing, "1000 Dot-to-Dot: Animals" is
fun for all ages.
Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this
pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for
hours of fun! Kids will have fun collecting points outdoors with
more than 140 things to find. From ducks to dragonflies, towpaths
to bridges, they’ll learn all about the waterways and surrounding
nature. And once they’ve scored 1000 points, super-spotters can
claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge. With more than 30
i-SPY books to collect, there’s something for everyone! For even
more fun outdoors check out i-SPY On a walk (ISBN 978000-8562731).
In Craig Stevens's unique chipcarving style he creates images from
nature by using carved shapes and patterns rather than outlining
the subject. With a brush painter's sensitivity these carved shapes
create a flow and movement that imitates the simple but graceful
patterns of the natural world. The initial drawing creates the
foundation of each carving. The book shares Craig's method with
other carvers, taking them step-by-step through the carving
process, beginning with an introduction to the tools and the wood.
Every carving step for the main project is included with a clear
color photograph and a concise description of the carving technique
that is used. The pattterns are included as is a gallery of
variations and applications.
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.
Baby birds are some of the cutest creatures on this earth!" So
begins Rosalyn Daisey's latest adventure into fine carving. In this
new book she leads the carver through the creating of the chicks of
five birds: the Carolina Chickadee, the Eastern Bluebird, the
Bobwhite Quail, the Killdeer, and the Wood Duckling. Each step in
the process is illustrated with a clear color photograph and a
concise explanation from the author about what the step involves
and how to do it correctly. In addition there are reference
drawings, color palettes, and photographs of study skins. As always
Rosalyn share the anecdotes and insights of a wildlife lover, and
it is easy to see why her work seems to reflect a reverence for her
subjects. This is Rosalyn's fifth carving book. She is nationally
respected as one of the country's leading wildlife artists. Her
work has won numerous awards, and the interest in her seminars
speaks well of her ability to teach the art to others. This is the
same skill she brings to this book. Enjoy.
Working in full-size is a daunting prospect for most carvers. But,
fortunately, some creatures are made small enough to be manageable.
So it is with elves. These delightful mischievous characters of
myth are traditionally very small, and have a liveliness about them
that make them perfect subjects for carving. Kelley Stadelman takes
the carver step-by-step through the process of creating a life
sized elf. After years of teaching, Kelley makes carving easy and
enjoyable. She begins with the blank and ends with decorative
painting. The result is a wonderful creature in the primitive style
that will adorn your home or shop. Each step is illustrated with a
color photograph and descriptive caption. Patterns are included for
the main project and several similar projects that are shown in the
gallery. This is a great project for the beginning or intermediate
carver!
Attractive, take-anywhere, write-in quiz book that offers a daily
dose of self-discovery "Who Are You? Test Your Emotional
Intelligence" is perfect for a handbag, briefcase, or knapsack This
entertaining and enlightening quiz book is great to have on hand
anytime and anywhere, be it a long commute, a waiting room, or an
evening at home. "Who Are You? Test Your Emotional Intelligence" is
a a compilation of 50 tests designed to analyze your emotional
intelligence from a variety of perspectives, help you pinpoint your
strengths and weaknesses, and reveal aspects of your personality
you may not have realized existed Each quiz can be taken in just a
few minutes and is easily scored. With a fun, modern cloth cover,
elastic closure and overall great package you will want to show off
this clever quiz book wherever you go Other titles in this series:
"Who Are You? Test Your Personality""How Smart Are You? Test Your
Math IQHow Smart Are You? Test Your IQ"
The impressive collection of writers here have contributed essays
that celebrate knitting and knitters. They share their knitting
triumphs and disasters as well as their life triumphs and
disasters. . . . These essays will break your heart. They will have
you laughing out loud. Ann Hood, from the introduction
Why does knitting occupy a place in the hearts of so many
writers? What s so magical and transformative about yarn and
needles? How does knitting help us get through life-changing events
and inspire joy? In Knitting Yarns, twenty-seven writers tell
stories about how knitting healed, challenged, or helped them to
grow. Barbara Kingsolver describes sheering a sheep for yarn.
Elizabeth Berg writes about her frustration at failing to knit. Ann
Patchett traces her life through her knitting, writing about the
scarf that knits together the women she s loved and lost. Knitting
a Christmas gift for his blind aunt helped Andre Dubus III knit an
understanding with his girlfriend. Kaylie Jones finds the woman who
used knitting to help raise her in France and heals old wounds. Sue
Grafton writes about her passion for knitting. Also included are
five original knitting patterns created by Helen Bingham.
Poignant, funny, and moving, Knitting Yarns is sure to delight
knitting enthusiasts and lovers of literature alike."
Rediscover your lust for adventure, with inspiring affirmations on
the theme of travel, exploration and discovery
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