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Help children understand the sacrament of Baptism with this
scrapbook record of the day they were welcomed into the Church. An
introduction for elementary school children, along with pages for
photographs, prayers, and memories, make this an excellent gift for
your child and a helpful teaching tool.
A fantastic selection of cross stitch alphabet patterns, from some
of the world's leading cross stitch designers. This booklet
features 9 different cross stitch alphabets in a range styles, with
clear, full-colour cross stitch charts. As well as giving the
alphabet charts, the booklet also features a selection of projects
that can be made using your alphabets to create personalized items,
which make wonderful handmade gifts. All the projects included have
easy-to-follow sewing instructions to help make your stitching a
success. With styles including Celtic, Art Deco, and Delft there
are some classic cross stitch alphabets here, as well as floral
designs, cross stitch alphabets suitable for wedding designs and a
pretty cottages alphabet full of country charm.
Paul Cezanne was a French Post-Impressionist painter whose works
inspire us all with his beautiful use of colour and light. Our
boxed note card set comes in a FlipTop box with magenetic closure
and features 20 note cards - 4 each of 5 images - featuring his
famous landscapes. This collection of cards contains a variety of
green landscapes, reminding us of travel on perfect summer days. 20
notecards and envelopes 4 each of 5 images Each card: 177 x 120mm.
Flip top box with magnetic closure Box measures 139 x 196 x 38mm.
In 14 original essays, The Oxford Illustrated History of the Book
reveals the history of books in all their various forms, from the
ancient world to the digital present. Leading international
scholars offer an original and richly illustrated narrative that is
global in scope. The history of the book is the history of millions
of written, printed, and illustrated texts, their manufacture,
distribution, and reception. Here are different types of
production, from clay tablets to scrolls, from inscribed codices to
printed books, pamphlets, magazines, and newspapers, from written
parchment to digital texts. The history of the book is a history of
different methods of circulation and dissemination, all dependent
on innovations in transport, from coastal and transoceanic shipping
to roads, trains, planes and the internet. It is a history of
different modes of reading and reception, from learned debate and
individual study to public instruction and entertainment. It is a
history of manufacture, craftsmanship, dissemination, reading and
debate. Yet the history of books is not simply a question of
material form, nor indeed of the history of reading and reception.
The larger question is of the effect of textual production,
distribution and reception - of how books themselves made history.
To this end, each chapter of this volume, succinctly bounded by
period and geography, offers incisive and stimulating insights into
the relationship between books and the story of their times.
In 14 original essays, The Oxford Illustrated History of the Book
reveals the history of books in all their various forms, from the
ancient world to the digital present. Leading international
scholars offer an original and richly illustrated narrative that is
global in scope. The history of the book is the history of millions
of written, printed, and illustrated texts, their manufacture,
distribution, and reception. Here are different types of
production, from clay tablets to scrolls, from inscribed codices to
printed books, pamphlets, magazines, and newspapers, from written
parchment to digital texts. The history of the book is a history of
different methods of circulation and dissemination, all dependent
on innovations in transport, from coastal and transoceanic shipping
to roads, trains, planes and the internet. It is a history of
different modes of reading and reception, from learned debate and
individual study to public instruction and entertainment. It is a
history of manufacture, craftsmanship, dissemination, reading and
debate. Yet the history of books is not simply a question of
material form, nor indeed of the history of reading and reception.
The larger question is of the effect of textual production,
distribution and reception - of how books themselves made history.
To this end, each chapter of this volume, succinctly bounded by
period and geography, offers incisive and stimulating insights into
the relationship between books and the story of their times.
These classic and colorful note cards feature 16 Japanese chiyogami
designs. Blank inside, these cards will convey a heartfelt message
for any occasion. This note card set includes: 16 folded blank note
cards--3.75 x 4.5 inches (9.5 x 11.5 cm) 16 unique designs 17
sealable envelopes (meet US Postal requirements for mailing with a
standard stamp) Pair with the matching Tuttle wrapping paper--24
sheets of Chiyogami Patterns Gift Wrapping Paper--for the perfect
gift! Chiyogami patterns are known for saturated colors and graphic
patterns. They represent Japanese traditional style and are often
inspired by Kimono fabric. Originally printed by woodblock,
Japanese artists began to silkscreen Chiyogami designs by hand in
the twentieth century, and continue to do so today.
Throughout marbling's long history, people have been captivated by
both its apparent simplicity and its extraordinary complexity. Get
to know and enjoy marbling's beauty in this guide from paper artist
Freya Scott, whose enthusiasm for the craft is highly contagious.
As Freya explains the wide range of the art's possibilities and how
to make them come to life in your work, beginners will learn the
craft from square one, while advanced marblers will find many new
ideas and directions for expanding their skills. Learn how to size
and prepare various papers, choose color palettes, and make
patterns, while being inspired by photos of dozens of beautiful
marbled artworks. Throughout, try step-by-step projects. Learn how
to marble with gouache and with acrylic; a special section covers
marbling on fabric. Freya shares the personal experiences that have
shaped her marbling career (for example, she learned marbling
thanks to a debilitating illness) and the ways marbling can become
a source of your best creativity. As she explains, although
marbling is a simple concept, there are so many variables that the
adventure never ends. This absorbing guide offers you the art and
science you need to take marbling as far as you want to go.
A fresh new crafting approach which demonstrates that elaborate
artworks can be created from a humble sheet of paper. Building on
basic paper engineering and cutting techniques the projects
increase in difficulty, from the first few die-cut sheets, from
which the crafter 'pops' out the pieces to create the artwork, to
more technical curling and quilling in a floral bouquet, and a
bicycle sculpture as the final project. Notepad binding allows the
pages to be smoothly extracted from the book, and a section of
coloured and patterned sheets are included to use as backgrounds
that add an extra dimension. There are also clear instructions to
accompany photographs of the completed projects and each key
technique is explained in detail. The finished projects can be
displayed around the home to astonishment and admiration of family
and friends. One Sheet Sculpture - The Great Outdoors contains 20
artworks on a springtime theme to make from a single sheet of
paper: Kingfisher; Umbrella in an April Shower; Swan with Signets;
Tree and Bird Box; Easter Chick and Egg; Koi Carp Pool; Lambs in
Field; Frogs on Lotus Leaf; Bouquet of Flowers; Clothes on Washing
Line; Deer in Forest; Japanese Cherry Blossom; Teacup Pig; Daisy
Chain; Windmill and Tulips; Squirrel in Nest; Daffodils in Vase;
Mountain Vista; Carousel; Bicycle.
The Pennsylvania Dutch are noted for the beautifully designed and
hand-lettered documents known as fraktur. These include birth and
marriage certificates, family trees, bookplates, awards, and house
blessings. Leading fraktur artist Ruthanne Hartung adapts the craft
to modern tastes and needs in this practical how-to book, with
information on tools, step-by-step instructions, ideas for design,
lettering and coloring techniques, and a variety of projects. An
assortment of traditional patterns to apply to personal frakturs
are included.
A beautifully illustrated practical guide to creating beautiful
modern lettering with brushes and brush pens, complete with a
sumptuous selection of projects. For the follow-up to her popular
book Modern Lettering, calligrapher extraordinaire Rebecca Cahill
Roots, AKA Betty Etiquette, concentrates on the area of calligraphy
that she's increasingly finding is the most popular: brush
lettering. In this quirky and relatable guide, she guides you
through how to use brushes and brush pens to make exquisite
letterforms. It's a beautiful, free-spirited style that, once
you've cracked the basics, you can add your unique personality to.
The book is divided by type of media, with each section containing
a set of exercises to help you get used to the pen or brush, an
alphabet and a set of numbers to copy, and an example quote in the
lettering style. Techniques include: * Using ink and brush *
Lettering with watercolour * Lettering with gouache * Brush pens *
Metallic brush pens To finish off, there's a selection of pretty
and practical projects to make using brush lettering, including
beautifully decorated celebration cards, cushions and tableware.
Word count: 20,000 words.
* ALL OCCASION CARDS: These cards are perfect for any occasion,
from birthdays and romance to congrats and sweet hellos. * PERFECT
FOR FOOD LOVERS: Each card and corresponding envelope features
adorable illustrations of irresistible treats, such as ice cream,
pizza, fries, and of course, cake! * 12 UNIQUE DESIGNS: Each card
and coordinating envelope features a different food illustration,
ensuring that you'll find the perfect set for every snail mail
occasion. * POPULAR ARTIST: Illustrated by beloved artist Lucy
Mail, this card set is a great gift or self-purchase for anyone who
is a fan of her work. * THE JOY OF SNAIL MAIL: Your friends and
loved ones will appreciate the gesture of a handwritten note!
The author unpicks the threads that link female textile artists and
the arts they produce, revealing a global and historic patchwork of
assorted roles, identities and representations. Entertaining as
well as informative, this book offers a unique overview of
female-centric textile art production including embroidery,
weaving, soft sculpture and more. Includes over 20 interviews with
contemporary textile artists, providing fascinating insights into
their practices, themes and personal motivation. Tells us: How
knitting became a spying device in wartime Why dress design was so
important for the Suffragettes Why spiders were emblems in ancient
times and now How women's arts and crafts moved from the backroom
to the gallery showroom
It's your life, in your own words. In this one-year guided journal
from artist Mary Kate McDevitt, every entry sparks creativity and
self-reflection with inspiring prompts, upbeat affirmations, and
interactive doodles. Chronicle big plans and budding ideas. Jot
down daydreams or forecast your mood. Rate the day's
accomplishments: major, minor, or meh? With quirky humor and
vibrant illustrations, every page is a celebration of the
adventures, discoveries, and joys that make your life uniquely
epic.
These fine-quality sheets feature 6 prints inspired by classic and
colorful Japanese chiyogami! These papers are suitable for craft
projects as well as for gift wrapping. The variety of designs means
they are useful for any occasion--whether a holiday, birthday,
anniversary or "just because." Designed in a folder-style to
prevent the sheets from tearing or bending, this gift wrapping set
includes: 24 sheets of 18 x 24 inch (45 x 61 cm) paper 6 unique
patterns Pair with the matching Tuttle note cards--Japanese
Chiyogami, 16 Note Cards--for a colorful and cohesive gift! The
tradition of gift wrapping originated in Asia, with the first
documented use in China in the 2nd century BC. Japanese furoshiki,
reusable wrapping cloth, is still in use four centuries after it
was first created. Gift wrapping is one custom that has prevailed
through the ages and across the world--it should be special for
both the gift giver and recipient.
Paper is the ideal medium to craft with: it is accessible,
versatile, rewarding and creative. This fantastic book explores
contemporary decorative and traditional papercrafts, and offers
more than 175 projects for crafters to make. Techniques incude
papier mache, collage, paper-making, and a whole range of
decorative ways to use and create place settings, gift tags and
wrapping paper, napkins, place settings, a mobile, and many more
items. Three-dimensional paper constructions include children's
toys, bowls, and wrapped paper beads. A final chapter introduces
origami, with projects graded according to skill required.
This title features more than 55 unique personalized greetings
cards to make for every occasion, shown in 660 photographs. It is a
lavish collection of delightful ideas and card designs to make
yourself and send to friends and family. Projects feature a range
of craft techniques including stamping, papercraft, transfers,
gilding, paint techniques, air-drying clay models and basic
embroidery. Card ideas and designs include a sampler card for
Thanksgiving, a beaded snowflake Christmas card, a baby's footprint
card for a new arrival, a golden wedding anniversary card and four
leaf clover good luck card. It includes simple projects that can be
made quickly and easily, as well as more challenging decorative
ideas. It features over 660 practical photographs that make all the
techniques and projects easy to follow and execute. As well as
being traditionally associated with special occasions, festivals
and celebrations, greetings cards are also highly valued as tokens
to help us to stay in touch with family and friends, and let the
recipient know that we're thinking about them. Making greetings
cards is not only enjoyable and inexpensive, it is also an
immensely satisfying pastime, with results that will be treasured
by those you send them to. This book shows how to get started,
describing every technique needed to make professional looking
cards, and providing dozens of inspirational designs. There are
ideas for every occasion from Christmas and birthdays, to Chinese
New Year, weddings and anniversaries. Every design is illustrated
with step-by-step instructions and a photograph of the finished
card, for perfect results every time.
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