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Books > Health, Home & Family > Handicrafts
An adorable collection of knits for baby including a romper suit,
socks, blanket, sweater, jacket and joggers. Designed using Rowan
Yarns Baby Cashsoft Merino yarn.
COLOR CEMENT HANDICRAFT by PEDRO J. LEMOS. An extensively
illustrated book originally published in 1922. FOREWORD: IT IS
EVIDENT to the most casual observer that the use oi -* cement and
concrete has developed into a most important building material
undoubtedly the most important of the age. Industrial and
vocational educators have recognized this importance and thousands
of school children have received instruction in its use and
application to objects of utility. Its use has been the subject of
many books, and the reason for the issuing of this book is to
present in printed form the use of color cement for the decoration
or surface enrichment of cement and concrete objects. We heretofore
have thought of cement in terms of rough surfaces and crude
retaining walls, little thinking that beautiful patterns and
textures are possible with proper combinations of color with
cement, presenting possi bilities for producing art tiles, pottery,
and decorations of a high art quality. After a study some years ago
of the various forms of producing clay pottery and its possible
relation to school arts and industrial education, the handicap of
necessary firing to give permanency loomed large against its
general adaptation by schools. This resulted in considerable
research and experimenting by the authors with cement and the use
of color in the endeavor to parallel in some measure each of the
methods employed in the making of fired tiles and pottery.
Learn to weave your own stories and make personalised woven wall
art with this guide to tapestry weaving. A collection of wonderful
woven hangings for you to build your tapestry weaving skills. Learn
all the techniques you'll need to create your own woven tapestries
with a unique, personalised element. Author, Kristin Carter,
explains all the skills required to make heirloom woven wall art
with a very personal theme and how to recreate images of people,
pets and places to create your own 'paintings with thread'. Learn
all the basic techniques for tapestry weaving including a quick and
easy way to make your own loom using an old photo frame, how to
choose the right yarn, working with a template and how to start off
a weave. Kristin then explores all the tapestry weaving techniques
you will need to make your own stunning wall hangings. All of these
techniques are accompanied by step-by-step photography so the
instructions are super clear and suitable for absolute beginners.
Learn how to do rya loops, weft facing weaving, soumak, pile
weaving, diamond twill, overweaving, boubles, and an inverted rya
fringe. There are 17 incredible projects for you to experiment and
try out your new skills. Each of these can be adapted in order to
create your own personalised wall hangings so you can make special
heirloom woven art for friends and family. Kristin explains how to
set up the loom, gives guidance for yarn amounts and what other
tools and equipment are needed for each project. All of the
projects are suitable for a an A3 sized loom so you only need one
size to try out all of the variations. There are projects for
abstract patterns, gradient weaving, blending compatible yarns, pet
and people portraits with special techniques for recreating the
texture of fur and hair, how to play with transparency in a weaving
and creating texture using different yarns. Other techniques
covered include cartooning (how to make a cartoon template from
photographs); creating templates from your own sketches, how to
create a marble effect and advice about colour theory and weaving.
An archetype is a repeated energetic pattern-a behavioral
blueprint. Are you the Detective, the Rebel, the Student or the
Performer? In this book, the reader will discover ways to use cool
art journaling techniques by top inspiring artists to not only show
her the ways she is special, but to also help her make more
informed decisions for any area of her life. Twelve artists will
share with the reader creative pages inspired by their own
archetypes and what they learned about themselves in the process.
After completing the test to find her own eight types, the reader
will be shown a variety of step-by-step mixed-media techniques for
working what the types represent into her art journal.
As colder weather sets in and the garden is harvested, countless
quilters are inspired to create. Images of fresh pumpkins and
falling leaves beg to be turned into warm and cozy quilts for every
room of the home. The book features 11 creative projects that
embody the autumn season. Whether you are a new or experienced
quilter, you will be sure to love stitching the traditional and
contemporary designs within these pages. From kitchen projects and
wall hangings to full-size quilts, this collection will spark your
creativity for many seasons to come.
On Amigurumipatterns.net the most beautiful crochet patterns from
all over the world are collected. With more than 160,000 fans the
site has grown into a community and a meeting place where
crocheters and designers meet and exchange tips and patterns.Each
year Amigurumipatterns.net organizes a competition for designers.
The theme of the latest contest, elaborated upon in this book,
reaches new heights in terms of cuteness. You'll find the sweetest
baby animals accompanied by their proud parents. A baby penguin is
driven around in his eggshell buggy, baby sloth spends all day on
mom's belly and baby bear celebrates his first birthday ... They
will all steal your heart away.This book contains twelve of the
participating patterns from the competition - 25 characters in
total. Maybe you are making your very first amigurumi? Then don't
worry. The book begins with a number of pages dedicated to
explaining all the basics. More experienced? Then you'll certainly
love the details in these designs!
Notebook Doodles Peace, Love and Music is a fun and engaging
colouring book for 'tweens that contains 30 mind-blowing colouring
activities inspired by the psychedelic 60s. There are also
instructions on basic colouring techniques, 20 inspiring colour
palettes, 8 pages of coloured examples and inspiring quotes to go
with every design.Watercolours, coloured pencils, marker pens, felt
tips, crayons and gel pens will all look stunning on high-quality,
extra-thick paper. Each one- sided page is perforated, so when
you've finished your masterpiece, it can easily be removed to hang
up or give as a gift.
Providing a complete review of cottonwood, the most commonly used
form of bark, this guide addresses the unique challenges and
benefits of carving tree bark and offers information on what to
expect from this atypical wood source, including the best places to
find it. An important section on troubleshooting teaches carvers
what to do when they encounter rot or insect damage in their bark.
One complete project, the Whimsical House, is outlined from start
to finish. Close-up photography and instructional captions are
included for added guidance. A full-color photography review offers
a glimpse at the range of projects possible for this unusual
material.
The BBC primetime series The Great British Sewing Bee, is back.
Starting with the basics, from how to use a sewing machine and understand paper patterns, to knowing your fabrics and how to achieve that perfect finish – this is a go-to guide that you will keep referring back too.
With a section that demystifies the fitting process, and with expert sewing tips on making alterations, you'll be able to choose from a variety of projects that will ease you into the world of sewing.
For burgeoning sewers, this technique-focused book reveals the joys of sewing and the tools and skills required to progress. Interspersed with essential tips, from advice on finishing – tacking, hand stitching, hemming and more – to guidance on adding decorative finishes including piping, exposed zips, appliqué and more, this book is an indispensable reference that will encourage you to take the leap and start creating long-lasting projects to cherish.
Gain insight into methods of the best contemporary acrylic artists
in the 3rd edition of AcrylicWorks. Features more than 125
paintings by about 100 artists selected from hundreds of acrylic
painters across the world invited to submit work for consideration.
Each painting is accompanied by a caption that offers instructive
information that discusses the artist's radical breakthrough in the
painting process. Entry fee of $25 for first image and $20 each
additional entry helps defer cost of production. The 1st annual
AcrylicWorks brought in $25,233 in fees, and AcrylicWorks 2 brought
in $24,032 in fees. Call for entries promoted in consumer mailings,
The Artist's Magazine, www.artistsnetwork.com and
http://wetcanvas.com.
Lace knitting is striking and eye catching - and can appear a
little complicated, if you haven't tried it before! Denise Samson's
helpful and comprehensive book is perfect for crafters with some
experience under their belts who want to take their knitting to the
next level. Discover 40 openwork patterns, introduced to you step
by step, with full-colour photographs, charts and instructions to
guide you, from the deceptively simple to the beautifully
intricate. Or try out your favourite lace stitches with one of 30
delightful, stylish designs - including cushions and throws, socks
and hats, garments for children and adults, and even a handy
bookmark! It's everything you need to master openwork, in one
complete package.
Both new and experienced quilters will find a wealth of information
on their chosen craft in this book. An introductory section
discusses different types of quilts and presents a short history of
quilting. Readers are enlightened with descriptions of Amish
quilts, Baltimore Album quilts, Hawaiian quilts, crazy quilts,
medallion quilts, and many others. Sections that follow describe
the different kinds and shapes of blocks used to construct a quilt,
as well as the patterns and tools required for quilting, color
schemes, fabrics, cutting tools, machine piecing, quilting with
triangular shapes, paper and hand piecing, applique, creating
borders, quilt backing, hand quilting, machine quilting, binding,
and adding extra decorative touches to a finished quilt. The book's
final section advises readers on ways to improve quilting skills.
Suggestions include taking quilting courses, keeping a journal,
connecting with other quilters, and using the Internet. A grand
total of 200 quilting questions and answers are complemented with
approximately 100 color illustrations.
The nude has inspired artists for centuries and continues to
inspire us today. Alongside a historical study of the nude in
painting, this book introduces oil paint and gives advice on
techniques when using this challenging and rewarding medium.
Capturing the beauty of form and the delicate colours of the
figure, it celebrates the powerful images that examine human
relationships, personality and psychology. Some of the topics
included in this book are instructions on materials, the colour
palette and stretching your own canvas; the practicalities of
working with a model in the studio; colour-mixing exercises that
explore colour relationships and temperature, and finally
step-by-step examples that demonstrate the progression of a
painting.
Mend, rethink, transform, recreate! Mending your favorite fabric
items--from jeans to sweaters to sofa covers--becomes a true art
form in Creative Mending. In this book, mending guru Hikaru Noguchi
shows you her entire range of valuable techniques--from embroidery
and patching to darning and felting--that are just challenging
enough for experienced menders. Noguchi's basic rules of mending
are that the repair should suit the fabric and its user, and that
there are lots of creative ways to create beautifully customized
repairs--some subtle, others making a statement. She provides 13
techniques that show you how to: Apply creative repairs to both
knitted and woven fabrics Use yarn, floss, ribbon, and fabric to
reinvent well-loved garments Make understated repairs that add just
a touch of contrast, color, or texture Use visible mending
techniques for bold repairs Darn with felt to add body and
dimension to a repaired item Match your repairs to the damage, the
fabric, and the wearer Maneuver through tricky places like inseams
and underarms And more! The 13 illustrated lessons and over 300
color photos in this book provide detailed examples for all the
basic techniques. Lots of variations plus plenty of tips and
examples (67 in all) provide you with all the guidance you need to
rethink and repair beautifully. The stunning photos will inspire
you to get creative on that fraying neckline or worn elbow!
In this collection of Embroidery Stitches, I have endeavoured to
place before those artists who are interested in needlecraft an
exposition of the most useful and artistic stitches that have
formed a part of my own work during several years' study and
practice of Art Embroidery. Some of these will be familiar to
Needle-artists: others will serve to exemplify how, in process of
working, fresh stitches may be evolved from old ones or how, when
originality gains ground, entirely new stitches become apparent and
workable.Keywords: Embroidery Stitches New Stitches Art Embroidery
Needle Artists Needlecraft Originality Exposition Exemplify
Take knitted cables from heirloom to vavoom! In Unexpected Cables
author Heather Zoppetti has crafted a fresh, modern, flattering
collection of 18 knitted garments. She perfectly captures the
essence of the iconic knitted cable and makes cabled designs
decidedly fashion-forward! The book features 3 chapters: Refined,
Lace, and Abstract. Refined cables explore classic Aran cables
using lightweight yarns, twisted stitches, and feminine shapes. In
the Lace section, Heather challenges knitters to marry together
these two popular knitting techniques with spectacular results. The
Abstract section focuses on unusual construction, direction, and
texture in cabled projects that have edgy, urban feel. Sleek
garment shapes, an interesting mix of cables and lace, and unusual
construction converge to bring the generations-old tradition of
cable knitting squarely into the here and now. Knitters will
delight in making these intriguing, accessible creations!
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