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Books > Health, Home & Family > Handicrafts
Making Sparkle Jewelry shows readers how to create colorful,
sparkling pieces that lend a magical finishing touch to a prom
dress, bridesmaid, Greek formal, debutant or little princess
ensemble. Crystal components, mother of pearl elements and resin
flowers, combine for 25 finished jewelry projects, including
earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. Clear illustrations and
step-by-step photo instructions introduce even first-time jewelry
makers to the creative world of jewelry making.
This is a delightful collection of 12 super-simple quilts from Me
& My Sister Designs. Known for their exciting use of colour in
quick and easy quilts, sisters Barbara Groves and Mary Jacobson
present a wonderful collection of popular projects. You can select
from 12 strikingly simple quilts that will help recharge your
creative batteries. You can discover skill-building projects that
move from squares and strips to designs featuring stitch-and-flip
corners, half-square triangles, pinwheels, a Rail Fence layout, and
more. You can enjoy patterns that are just right for quilt retreats
and make-in-a weekend gifts.
Beloved artist Jim Shore presents to you an inspirational
collection of folk art style angels. Pairing beautiful, celestial
beings with traditional and unexpected details to capture
inspirational and seasonal themes, Jim's coloring pages are a joy
to color. Each of the more than 50 illustrations in this glorious
coloring book is a work-of-art even before the coloring process
begins, whether you choose to bring them to life with crayons,
colored pencils, pastels, or markers. Plus, take your coloring to
new levels with three pages of 3D bonus elements! Color, cut and
layer a selection of unique details to create stunning dimensional
effects. Perforated pages make it easy to display the finished
angel art in all its splendor.
Featuring a wide variety of techniques, from folding and punching
to stitching and inking, the title contains all the information you
may need never to be stuck for original construction or composition
ideas. Each technique is explained with clear step-by-step
photographs and instructions, followed by a gallery of cards using
that technique. Further information and a host of practical hints
and tips come in the form of extended captions with every card
individually photographed. From detailed cards that are artworks in
their own right, to quick and simple creations to make in a moment,
this title is a most useful hands-on resource for all those paper
addicts out there. Handmade cards are suitable for every imaginable
occasion and bring much joy to both the card-maker and the
receiver. This inspiring book will help you create to your heart's
content. Techniques include: punching, stamping, quilling, textiles
and haberdashery, alcohol inking, glass painting, embellishments:
bought and handmade, folding, metalwork and embossing.
North American animals will come to life with the exciting
scrolling patterns found in this book. The book provides 61
precisely drawn patterns for bears, wolves, eagles and more. Also
included are helpful instructions on choosing blades and wood,
making inside and outside cuts, safety precautions, and tips and
techniques for altering projects. Patterns include: Wolf, Eagle,
Owl, Moose, Duck, Bear, Cougar, Pheasant, Antelope, Ram, Buffalo
and Coyote.
Retreats, hideaways, escape spaces - call them what you will, such
havens offer us a personal, private and peaceful place to nest,
nurture and take time out. These spaces offer the chance to create
a completely unique interior. Be it a simple garden room, a homely
shepherd's hut, a yoga-lover's cabin, a fishing lodge or summer
house, a treehouse, a circus wagon, a purpose-designed garden smart
pod or even a canal boat, the glorious retreats showcased here will
provide inspiration for creating your very own place for escape or
somewhere to enjoy favourite activities. Author Sara Bird reveals
the essential elements of a soulful hideaway, from building
materials to decorative details, and then explores 14 remarkable
retreats in three chapters: Close to Home, On the Water and In the
Wild. These are spaces designed for rest, relaxation, play and
daydreaming either alone or en famille, as well as for their
effects on our mental and physical wellbeing.
Peace, Love, and Coloring...Find Your Bliss Here! Escape to a
simpler time--a time when peace signs, flowers and hearts reigned
supreme--with these coloring pages by an artist who's still a
hippie and who is creating lusciously and lovingly detailed art
with a Woodstock vibe. 60 brand new exclusive pieces of high
quality hand drawn art for coloring with colored pencils, markers,
crayons, watercolors and more Single-sided, thick, high-quality
paper Features all the nostalgic 1970s hippie lifestyle images,
including peace signs, minds eyes, hearts, flowers, mushrooms and
more Bring out your inner hippie with this whimsical coloring book
dedicated to all things groovy! "These pages are love letters...to
all the moments and places and faces along the way that are here to
remind us we are one people, that love is peace is love." "I
believe in peace and love. Everything in between is just a road
trip."
One of today's hottest knitwear designers reveals how to knit a
garden of colourful and whimsical flowers. The pretty blossoms can
be used to adorn clothes, shoes, pillows, bags and more. With
Epstein's detailed instructions and the breathtaking images,
knitters will find completing these projects a pleasure. Nicky
Epstein is a 'rock star' of knitting and here she knits up a garden
of colourful and whimsical flowers to adorn clothes, shoes,
pillows, bags - almost anything at all. These pretty blossoms range
from ruffled roses to lazy daisies, from single blooms to complete
bouquets, from layered petal varieties to scalloped and corkscrew
styles. Some are made of soft, sensuous felt; others showcase
sparkling, eye-catching gold lame. With Epstein's detailed
instructions and the breathtaking images, knitters will find
completing these projects a pleasure.
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Explore the enchanting world of the Hedgerow Dolls! With 100% wool
hand dyed felt Hedgerow Dolls and over 20 original knitted, felt
and fabric outfits and accessories. 'Hedgerow' provides all the
inspiration and know-how needed to bring these beautiful dolls to
life. You will find Felt bushel for collecting the knitted apples,
dungarees with felt applique rabbit pockets, fallow deer knitted
hat, felt fox satchel and many more. These designs are suitable for
most toy makers, and contain step-by-step instructions and diagrams
for machine sewing and hand stitching the components of each
project. The Hedgerow Dolls are brought to life on the page by
Simone Goodings's adorable illustrations.
An extravagant array of miniature perfume bottles fills these
full-color pages, pure rapture for those who love scent, beautiful
glasswork, and the mystique of the truly elegant. While collectors
of full-sizes perfume bottles have always found a place for a few
choice "minis" on their shelves, these are a growing trend to
specialize in these little beauties in their own right. From the
Victorian era through the beginning of the 20th century, from the
world wars through the 1990s, this book has it all! Over 600
brilliant photographs show every detail and each bottle is
identified by fragrance, perfumer, size, and era. Significant
glassmakers are discussed, and their works are identified. This
book has bottle-by-bottle guide to current market values.
Celebrate Spidey's 60th anniversary by discovering the wonderful
world of webs in this epic official Marvel Spider-Man colouring
book! Colour your way through the spider-verse and bring all of the
different iterations of Spider-Man to life, including Miles
Morales, Spider-girl, Scarlet Spider and many more. With original
artwork and illustrations from giants like Steve Ditko and Jack
Kirby all the way to John Romita Jr. and Todd McFarlane, this epic
colouring book will keep you glued to the page for hours! Also
available: - Spider-Man Museum: The Story of a Comic Book Icon -
Marvel Museum - Marvel Heroes & Villains - Marvel Universe: An
Atlas of Marvel - What Would Spider-Man Do? - What Would Hulk Do? -
What Would The Mighty Thor Do? (c) 2022 MARVEL
The Paint by Sticker series is growing-literally! Paint by Sticker:
Plants and Flowers will have 12 stunning images of all kinds of
plants- a spotted stargazer lily, a white lotus floating on the
surface of a pond, the majestic Saguaro cactus, a charming trio of
potted succulents, and more. Featuring scenes of plants in both
their natural environments and in the homes of loving plant
parents, this installment of the PBS series will have tons of
variety, and appeal to every kind of plant lover.
Create metal earrings, bracelets, pendants, and necklaces without
the use of torches or flames! Exploring Metal Jewelry is your
introduction to wire wrapping, rivets, and metal forming-all you
need to create jewelry piece you'll love. Jewelry instructor,
author, and self-described "low-tech" metalworker Tracy Stanley
will guide you through the techniques and tools you need to
confidently create your own custom pieces. Then, you'll put your
new skills to work with 18 pieces sure to take your jewelry
collection to the next level. From the To the Moon and Back
Bracelet to Falling Leaf Earrings to the Woven in Time Bangle and
the Blossoming Bell Pendant, Stanley will encourage you to explore
your inner low-tech artist, finding your own look in each piece you
create. The fun of these projects is the journey-you don't have to
know exactly how your piece will look at the end. It's all about
Exploring Metal Jewelry!
Fabric painting is a forgiving craft, allowing you to add your
personal touch when you apply paint to textiles. This title is
filled with fresh ideas for this evergreen craft and gives a modern
take on a timeless pastime. Fabric painting is for everyone and the
authors delight in sharing their secrets discovered over many years
of hands-on painting and teaching. Here's what the title offers:
new ideas on colour and colour mixing; advice on choosing fabric,
design, paint and colours; a wide range of fabric painting
techniques explained; step-by-step photographs and instructions for
over 50 projects; many more ideas from finished items photographed
in stunning surrounds; completely original designs with templates
included.
Tracey Ullman has been known for almost 20 years as an
award-winning comedian, actress, writer, and producer, well-loved
for her eccentric and iconoclastic humour. She is also an avid
knitter, and she brings the same free-wheeling spirit to her most
recent production, a book she created with knitwear designer and
yarn-shop owner Mel Clark. Although she has been knitting since the
age of four, Ullman was, she says "helpless to make anything other
than long, holey scarves" until she met Clark, who taught her how
to follow a pattern and knit for real. Now, the two have
collaborated on a knitting book like no other. Passionate and
funny, serious and spirited, "Knit 2 Together" features lively
lessons for beginners and more than 30 original designs for
knitters of all abilities and stripes - everything from a lady's
detective hat and house slippers to a saucy apron and a table
skirt. Complete with sidebars and over 70 vibrant photographs, the
book also relates Ullman's personal stories and reflections on her
life in knitting. Elegantly designed, this one-of-a-kind brainchild
of two perfectly matched creators - one a master of knitting, the
other a master of wit - is sure to delight veteran and novice
alike.
Retro Fun in Stitches is a collection of pastel animals, cupcakes,
flowers and retro vehicles which are perfect to make into cushions,
simple gift cards or pictures for the wall. Make birth and wedding
samplers by simply adding names and dates using the alphabets
provided. Some of these patterns can be used to celebrate family
events such as births and weddings or stitch a sweet animal for a
bedroom wall. Let your imagination go wild and stitch cupcakes on
aprons, make miniature fridge magnets using plastic canvas or a row
of cars to make a cake band or a camper van on a giant cushion. The
cross stitch designs are a variety of easy and hard pictures making
them suitable for a beginners and the more experienced stitcher.
Why not start with a simple cupcake or for the more experienced
stitcher try the "Congratulations beetle" as a wedding sampler. Add
personal details with the alphabet I have included to make a lovely
gift.
Around the World in 25 Designs! Travel-loving jewelry designer Anne
Potter takes you on a world tour of some of the most interesting
and inspiring places in Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia.
Follow along with her as she explores the people, art,
architecture, and culture of each region and the aspects that
inspire her jewelry designs. Without ever leaving the comfort of
your own home you can: Craft a colorful tile bracelet that mimics
the trencadis mosaics of Gaudi. Hand dye beads to create a stunning
neckpiece inspired by ancient Incan knotted quipus. Weave simple
yet striking beaded earrings inspired by the motifs of Persian
kilim carpets. Upcycle colorful tin to create a gorgeous necklace
that calls to mind the work of Senegalese metal sculptors. Join
antique brass filigree pieces into a unique hand bracelet that
evokes the patterns of traditional Indian henna tattoos. Detailed
instructions and step-by-step photos demonstrate a wide range of
jewelry-making techniques, including stringing, beadweaving,
wirework, macrame, metal stamping, and chain maille. Whether you're
an armchair traveler or a dedicated globe trekker, Global Style
Jewelry will be your trusty guide to many dynamic and diverse
places and projects.
Enter the fantastic fantasy world of epic doodler Kerby Rosanes in
his creepiest collection yet. From skulls that morph into
butterflies to clockwork dragons and vine-entangled pumpkins -
there's plenty of gothic-inspired scenes and creatures to bring to
life in colour. As an extra challenge, seek out the search items at
the back of the book - there's more to discover within these pages
than you ever dreamed possible. On top of the success of
Animorphia, Imagimorphia and Mythomorphia, Kerby's detailed doodle
skills have already earned him a solid fan base. His Sketchy
Stories Facebook page has more than 1,000,000 likes, he has had
275,000 project views on Behance and his incredible website
(www.kerbyrosanes.com) is getting more hits by the day. Other books
in the colouring series include: 9781910552070 Animorphia
9781910552148 Imagimorphia 9781910552261 Mythomorphia 9781910552926
Geomorphia
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