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Books > Health, Home & Family > Handicrafts > Paper crafts > General
These fine-quality tear-out sheets feature 12 Asian-inspired
prints, suitable for craft projects as well as for gift wrapping.
The shimmering silver color is highlighted throughout, used in
contrast with dramatic black and classic white, with pops of pink
for an element of fun. The variety of papers 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.
Be inspired to create gorgeous handmade papercrafts for the festive
season. The simple idea of a snowflake has been harnessed to create
15 original designs that incorporate the myriad patterns of the
snowflake's hexagonal structure. Starting with single snowflakes to
create cutouts and embellishments for cards, tags, and giftwrap,
the projects build in difficulty to more delicate and complex
artworks and sculptures. Each project has easy-to-follow,
step-by-step instructions and line illustrations to guide you,
together with inspirational photography of the finished projects.
All the templates that you will need are grouped together at the
back of the book, including an extra template directory with
additional patterns for you to mix and match into your designs.
Zentangle[registered] is fast becoming a worldwide phenomenon. This
title is presented in a conveniently sized package, so you can
tangle any time, any place. Keep your brain flexible with this
handy Zentangle card deck! Inside you'll find 40 unique cards, each
presenting an original named tangle pattern. Easy-to-learn steps
for completing each design are provided on the back of each card.
Nine bonus cards introduce basic tangling methods and you can flip
these cards over to assemble a mind-bending puzzle! The Zentangle
method, created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas, is a fun and
relaxing way to create beautiful images by drawing structured
patterns. People of all skills and ages can enjoy Zentangle, and no
special artistic talent is required. You can tangle any time, any
place, using just white paper, a Micron pen (not included) and this
card deck.
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