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Bring calm into 2023 by learning the mindful practice of folding
paper cranes, with this beautiful and charmingly unique guide The
paper crane is an iconic and powerful symbol of hope, healing and
happiness. According to tradition, if a person were to fold a
thousand paper cranes in one year, they would be granted a single
wish and a long and joyful life. In this beautiful and inspiring
book, renowned mindfulness and meditation teacher Michael James
Wong shares a personal collection of short stories and teachings,
accompanied by traditional hand-painted proverbs and prayers.
Together these bring to life gentle wisdoms and universal truths to
guide a meaningful way of living. Shared throughout the book in
twelve straightforward steps is also the powerful practice of
orizuru, the art of folding paper cranes, a journey that will
encourage you to slow down and create a hopeful perspective for the
future. Senbazuru is an essential companion for mindful living.
Create exquisite paper jewelry with the look of copper, silver, and
gold! Discover how the centuries old technique of quilling paper
can give you modern, sophisticated jewelry without a high price
tag. Author and quilling enthusiast Ann Martin shows you how to
turn metallic-edged papers into stunning--and sturdy--earrings and
pendants in The Art of Quilling Paper Jewelry. Whether you're an
experienced jewelry maker looking for new techniques or a quiller
who wants to turn your creations into one-of-a-kind jewelry, this
guide to gilded paper jewelry has what you need. Pairing
step-by-step illustrations with detailed tutorials on rolling
coils, scrolls, and other unique quilled shapes, The Art of
Quilling Paper Jewelry shows you how to create twenty eye-catching
designs. With Ann's expert guidance and a few minimal tools and
supplies, you can create your own wearable paper art and more!
This is a crash-course on printing with techniques, materials and
surfaces that can all be done in the home. Every project features
Yellow Owl Workshop's sought-after motifs and the author's
art-school style illustrations. This title is full of original
ideas for things to make and use, such as jar labels, pillows and a
stationary set. "Print Workshop" grabs readers hand and leads them
through a crash-course on printing with techniques, materials and
surfaces they never dreamed they could take on at home. It can be
as simple as carving a potato or as complex as a chemical bath, but
no matter the skill level, these printing techniques never require
expensive equipment or lots of space. Everything in this book is
easily do-able at home; and every project features Yellow Owl
Workshop's sought-after motifs and Christine's art-school style
illustrations. The book is full of original ideas for things to
make and use. There's jar labels for your canning and pickling
needs. There's pillows inspired by YOW's famous city and bicycle
stamps. There's everything from a stationary set (complete with wax
seal) to a dartboard, from a deck of cards to a fine art print.
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