This title presents 25 creative handmade projects that is shown step by step. The versatility of papermaking is celebrated in 25 stunning handmade paper projects. You can revive the ancient craft of papermaking - with an inspirational modern approach. A comprehensive techniques section with step-by-step instructions includes the basic process of making pulp and sheets, as well as couching and pressing. It features a beautiful gallery of handmade pieces by leading papermakers. It includes information on all the materials and tools you will need. Paper is a practical and throwaway material. For this reason, most people are unfamiliar with the process of papermaking and the pleasure of handling an individual sheet with an uneven, deckled edge or a surface encrusted with texture. The creative potential of papermaking is enormous - with basic materials, you can create some amazing projects, including paper sheets made with straw, and three-dimensional forms which are made by embedding grasses within the wet sheets. The volume contains more than stationery, with ideas such as Paper Bowls, a Japanese-bound Book, and a Wall-hung Memory Quilt. Whether an understated sheet in muted tones with an embossed motif or a rich collage construction of individual elements, every handmade project will become an object to treasure.

Spread the sticker love! Life is just better with stickers, and this little book of BIG vinyl stickers proves just that! Decorate your laptop, bike, water bottle, phone, or dresser (the possibilities are endless!) with these super-sized designs, and brighten every day with a little sticker magic. A Little Book of Big Magical Stickers includes: 20 BIG vinyl stickers 150+ mini stickers

Spread the sticker love! Life is just better with stickers, and this little book of BIG vinyl stickers proves just that! Decorate your laptop, bike, water bottle, phone, or dresser (the possibilities are endless!) with these super-sized designs, and brighten every day with a little sticker magic. A Little Book of Big Word Stickers includes: 20 BIG vinyl stickers 150+ mini stickers

This collection of 12 Lilliputian size models for a total of 69 colourful planes includes the Saber, Skyhawk, Talon, Gargoyle, and Dragonfly. The book includes easy to follow folding instructions for each model, as well as tips on how to fly smaller aircraft. The portable package and its planes are perfect for small spaces: the hallway, office, den, or classroom (don't get caught!). The obsessed among us will seek to established a mini plane world record, while the rest will be content to just fly them from one side of the room to the other.

Fotoplakwerk: begin by die begin is anders as die meeste ander fotoplakboeke deurdat dit die klem op die foto's plaas eerder as die tooisels wat hulle so maklik kan oorweldig. Hierdie boek met tegnieke as die vertrekpunt - alles duidelik met stap-vir-stap foto's geillustreer. Elke tegniek, oorspronklikes sowel as tradisioneles, word verder toegelig met pragfoto's van fotoplakbladsye waar die tegniek gebruik is. Die boek wemel van deeglik beproefde wenke, en besparingsvoorstelle word deurgaans gemaak. Met basiese sowel as gevorderde tegnieke bied dit al die inligting wat jy nodig het om te begin, maar ook genoeg om gevorderde fotoplakkers nader te lok. Meer as 150 voorbeeldblaaie sal jou inspireer en leer, en die uitgebreide byskrufte gee nog bykomende inligting eerder as om die ooglopende te herhaal.

This book features 25 creative projects that are shown step by step. In this book, the versatile art of papier-mache is brought to life in 25 innovative, yet achievable projects for the home. There are elegant ideas for pots, vases and bowls, plus a rococo screen, an embellished chair and a charming Mexican doll. It features over 250 photographs that show exactly how to achieve every project, with a beautiful shot of each finished piece. It explains all the techniques, equipment and know-how to produce professional-looking finishes, plus inspiring examples from historical and contemporary designers. It comes with photography by Peter Williams, the highly regarded craft, cooking and lifestyle photographer. If the idea of creating something special from next to nothing appeals to you, then papier-mache is the ideal craft. A pile of old newspapers, some glue and a couple of pots of paint are, surprisingly, almost all you need to create the 25 inspired ideas presented in this book. Objects both large and small range from traditional vases, bowls and frames to more unusual items such as a kaleidoscopic room divider, exotic blind pulls and a Cinderella chair.A techniques section introduces the beginner to making paper pulp, building armatures, layering, cutting and drying. For today's designers conscious of recycling, papier-mache is the perfect medium to express creativity without the worry of waste and expense, and the subtle, sophisticated finishes shown in this book are perfect for the modern home.

Scrapbooking is a wonderful past time that has been used by countless families to preserve family history and memories. But what comes after you've created your scrapbook collection? Which book is put out on the coffee table and which is stored away? With this book, you will never have to pick and choose between your favourite memories again. Award winning author Candice Windham will show you how to turn your scrapbooking photos into beautiful pieces of home dcor that can be proudly displayed throughout your home. Inside, you'll find 13 fabulous projects that will take your scrapbooking experience to a whole new level. Learn how to create a stationary box featuring pictures of your family or how to put together a recipe box covered with some of mum's favourite sayings. Windham offers tips and tricks for working with materials like papers, adhesives and paint, and techniques for stamping, shading, inking and creating custom embellishments. Whether you're new to scrapbooking or have been doing it for years, this book will provide you with a unique project that is creative, fun and functional.

Claude Monet's classic artwork is depicted in the Monet FlipTop Note Cards Box by teNeues. Our FlipTop Note Cards box notecards are full colour and large enough to convey personal greetings, thank-yous and invitations. 20 notecards, 4 each of 5 images. 20 envelopes. Magnetic closure. Sturdy, reuseable box, ideal for keepsakes.

Turn your nest into a happier home with instant framable wall art! Add beautiful style and happy energy to your home with this collection of ready-to-frame inspiring quote artwork-created by bestselling happiness author Karen Salmansohn-who's virtual quote posters regularly go viral on social media. Each of these beautiful illustrations and designs has been created in a range of colors and styles (by a group of talented artists hand selected by Karen)-so you're sure to find something you love for every room. Plus Karen specifically wrote some of these inspiring quotes to cleverly complement key areas of your home (kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, office, living room, etc). Each uplifting design is printed on sturdy art board and set up for easy removal from the book for quick framing. This stylish artwork is an affordable fun way to boost both your decor and your mood! 18 framable pieces and 2 stencils = 20 pieces of 7 x 9 art with clever, uplifting sayings, such as: Complain less. Giggle more. Don't shrink your dreams. Supersize your courage and abilities. Kind people are my kind of people. We are all different, and that's beautiful.

These fine-quality tear-out sheets feature 12 prints inspired by Japanese Washi paper designs--a type of traditional handmade paper. In Japanese, wa means 'Japanese' and shi means 'paper.' Having been made for 1400 years, the craft of making washi paper is a registered UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. 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." An introduction details the history and meaning behind the designs, giving you a better idea of their origin. Some wrapping ideas are also provided for inspiration to maximize your creativity. This book includes: 12 sheets of 18 x 24 inch (45 x 61 cm) tear-out paper 12 unique patterns Perforations so the papers are easy to tear out Wrapping tips & tricks 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.

Bookmaking is more popular than ever and this book makes the craft available to everyone. Beginners will soon be on their way to folding, gluing and sewing handmade books in a variety of styles. This title includes photographs of the author's own books; this collection is sure to inspire. In the digital world, books may seem like an endangered species, but bookmaking is more popular than ever. Thanks to the 100 ideas in this volume, the craft is now available to everyone. In as little as an afternoon, beginners will be on their way to folding, gluing and sewing handmade books in a variety of shapes and styles, from rolled scrolls to Jacob's ladders, folded flexagons to case bindings. Complete with photographs of the author's own master books and statements by more than 40 established book artists, this collection is sure to inspire.

This comprehensive guide to pop-up design and paper mechanics is a delightful introduction to the intriguing aspects of a fascinating craft. This new and accessible approach to pop-up theory and practice distills the numerous mechanisms into a logical set of 18 underlying shapes and explains the techniques for building thse shapes. . The author demonstrates how sophisticated pop-up designs are constructed and shows how to form a three-dimensional reference book. . Invaluable for both professional and amateur designers. . Appeals to craft-hobby enthusiasts who make their own greeting cards, but is also a useful aid to teachers of art, design and technology, designers, illustrators and sculptors. AUTHOR: Duncan Birmingham has taught paper mechanics at various universities and colleges in Bristol for 20 years. He is the author of several books on the subject. Duncan lives in Stroud, UK. SELLING POINTS: . A great resource for professional and amateur designers . Clear step-by-step photos and diagrams guide you through the construction process . Create impressive, complex pop-up paper sculptures with minimal techniques and tools

Following up on the successful Everything Is Wild and Free puzzle and stationery set comes a new group of paper products from Flow and the artist Valesca van Waveren. Taking as its inspiration a quote from Francis Hodgson Burnett, and translating it into stunning images that capture the magic we find in nature, particularly on a starlit night, Everything Is Made Out of Magic is a suite of pure delight. Lost in the digital rush is the old-fashioned, truly mindful pleasure of writing a real letter--on real stationery. The Everything Is Made Out of Magic Stationery Set features a pad of 48 lined sheets, 32 cut-and-fold envelopes, and 53 adhesive seals and labels. Just add a fountain pen.

Create exquisite, long-lasting quilled paper flowers with this step-by-step detailed guide! With the help of Japanese quilling expert Motoko Maggie Nakatani, you can create breathtaking quilled flowers with just a few inexpensive tools and paper quilling strips. Her simple roll-shape-and-paste method is perfect for beginners--allowing you to quickly create dozens of different flowers. A Beginner's Guide to Quilling Paper Flowers has all the information you need to embark on this fascinating hobby using easy-to-follow, step-by-step photographic instructions. Make 32 different varieties of quilled flowers, including: Roses--with frilly petals and ornate leaves for sweet and romantic gift decorations! Gerbera--with a graduated 3-level "wedding cake" effect that makes it the highlight of any display! Japanese Wisteria--whose contrasting colors and cascading blossoms make a memorable impression! Black-Eyed Susans--with clever arrangement of the petals creating a unique 3D effect! Dogwood Blossoms--whose intricate harp-shaped petals really showcase your skill as a quillist! And dozens of others! This complete how-to guide has templates and detailed step-by-step instructions as well as information on how to use and display your beautiful paper flowers--as gift toppers, framed displays, handmade cards, photo frames and in shadow box displays.

A fun way for both adults and kids to honor their cat and celebrate the bonds they share! Chronicle and celebrate all the milestones of your very best cat in this illustrated, interactive keepsake book. Includes prompts and fill-ins, lots of room for photos and paw prints, plus a pocket for mementos When I brought you home . . . You purr loudly when you are. . . The toy you most adore. . . Your purr-sonality. . . You love it when I pet your. . .

Explore the full potential of your Cricut machine! Digital die-cutting machines are the ultimate creative tool for crafters, but beginners sometimes don't know where to start. This book provides a simple, down-to-earth guide to using your machine, including Cricut and Sizzix, and shows you how to make 37 amazing projects. This first book in the new Cut & Craft series introduces you to the basics - including the tools and accessories you need and a quick guide to using the software. The step-by-step projects offer an exciting array of ideas and designs that will really spark your imagination, and all come with clear instructions and photos, plus over 70 free downloadable SVG files. Learn how to make gorgeous paper flowers, intricate papercuts, journal embellishments, engraved jewellery and etched glassware. Explore different materials including paper, fabric, acetate and vinyl, and personalize your creations to make unique gifts and themed accessories for weddings, birthdays, Christmas, baby showers and more. If you have just bought your first digital die-cutter or already own one and are looking for fresh ideas and new techniques, then this is the book for you!

A stunning set of postcards celebrating fifty extraordinary women who have changed the world -- from the team behind the phenomenally successful Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 'Every single rebel girl I know (and some rebel women, too) will be getting this gorgeous box of postcards, with inspiring quotes from extraordinary women, for Christmas' - Sam Baker, The Pool From Malala and Michelle Obama to Ada Lovelace and Zaha Hadid, this set of beautifully designed postcards celebrates some of the most remarkable women featured in Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. With a short bio on each card and inspiring quotes, this is the perfect gift for all the rebels in your life. Featuring: Creators: Frida Kahlo, The Bronte Sisters, Julia Child, Nina Simone, Zaha Hadid, Xian Zhang, Ada Lovelace, Maud Stevens Wagner, Maria Callas, and Millo Castro Zaldarriaga Leaders: Queen Elizabeth I, Fadumo Dayib, Yaa Asantewaa, Jingu, Hatshepsut, Nanny of the Maroons, Lakshmi Bai, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Michelle Obama, and Eufrosina Cruz Pioneers: Sylvia Earle, Ann Makosinski, Jane Goodall, Alek Wek, Maria Sibylla Merian, Balkissa Chaibou, Wang Zhenyi, Mae C. Jemison, Cholita Climbers, and Maria Reiche Champions: Yursa Mardini, Maya Gabeira, Wilma Rudolph, Serena and Venus Williams, Mary Kom, Alfonsina Strada, Amna Al Haddad, Misty Copeland, Simone Biles, and Ashley Fiolek Warriors: Sonita Alizadeh, Claudia Ruggerini, Malala Yousafzai, Manal Al-Sharif, Maya Angelou, Rosa Parks, Anna Politkovskaya, Harriet Tubman, Miriam Makeba, and Irena Sendlerowa

If You Can Cut, You Can Collage is specially designed for people who feel like they can't make art. Want to know a secret? You can! You just need a little inspiration, instruction, and confidence. Collage is a wonderful creative outlet, particularly for people who want to make art, but don't feel they have the skills or confidence for other endeavors. You can still explore and experiment with color, composition, and various themes and end up with exciting and often unexpected results. If you Can Cut, You Can Collage takes some of the mystery out of collage through easy illustrated pages that show you the basic techniques of collecting and cutting imagery, composing and adhering compositions, and then provides a wealth of exercises that get readers going on their own creative projects. We'll get you started with simple, focused, projects like making a collage with only circles, where you'll learn important concepts like how to create a focal point, how to use repetition successfully, how to achieve contrast, balance, symmetry, and more. You'll be incorporating vintage ephemera, typography and lettering, and even urban and found materials in no time!

An inspiring, practical and gorgeous guide to crafting the most realistic and artful paper flowers for arrangements, art, decor, wearables and more, from San Francisco botanical artist Tiffanie Turner. The Fine Art of Paper Flowers is an elevated art and craft guide that features complete step-by-step instructions for over 30 of Tiffanie Turner's widely admired, unique, lifelike paper flowers and their foliage, from bougainvillea to English roses to zinnias. In the book, Turner also guides readers through making her signature giant paper peony, shares all of her secrets for special paper treatments, candy-striping, playing with color and creating botanical imperfections, and shows how to turn paper flowers into gorgeous garlands, headdresses, bouquets and more. These stunning creations can be made from simple and inexpensive materials and the book's detailed tutorials and beautiful photography make it easy to achieve dramatic and lifelike results.

"Forget ordinary stationery! teNeues, the luxury German publisher, transforms notecards, journals, puzzles and even clipboards into works of art, with its latest lineup highlighting paintings by celebrated names such as Vincent Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Claude Monet." - Life & Style Magazine Gustav Klimt (1862-1918) was an Austrian symbolist painter and a founding member of the Vienna Secession movement. His paintings, characterised by luxurious, radiant colour, mosaic-like patterns, abstract floral motifs, and expressive lines, are among the most popular and celebrated works of the Art Nouveau style. Our QuickNotes boxed notecards are full colour, collectable greeting / notecards that are blank inside and can be used to convey personal greetings, thank-yous and invitations. This QuickNotes notecard box holds 20 full colour cards with and 20 classic white envelopes. 4 notecard styles are included, all wrapped up in a keepsake box with magnetised lid.