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Books > Arts & Architecture > Art forms, treatments & subjects > Sculpture & other three-dimensional art forms > Modelling (in clay, wax & other plastic materials)
Make totally wick-ed soy-wax candles with this awesome kit!
Teens can make a 3-shaped, ombre stack candle as well as a beautiful dual-coloured sun and moon candle with the supplies in the kit.
They can also learn how to make 2 more projects, all with step-by-step instructions and photos, and general expert candle-making techniques they can apply to their next candle adventures!
Features:
- 16-page book
- 3 shaped candle moulds (for ombre stack)
- 1 sun and moon candle mould
- 180gr pillar-blend soy wax beads
- 2 weighted wicks
- 0.5gr lavender mica powder
An inspirational practical guide with bold and colourful designs, Polymer clay is a popular medium suitable for and loved by crafters of all ages and skill levels.
It is available in every imaginable colour and easily cured in a home oven, making clay art accessible to everyone. Clay surfaces can be enhanced in many ways and borrowing techniques from other crafts, such as stamping, punching, mosaicing and embossing adds tremendously to the versatility of this craft, making it fun and rewarding. This book shows you how to use it to create exquisite jewellery, stylish gifts, decorative boxes, buttons, faux finishes, attractive home accessories and much
more.
Lots of step by step photographs ensure that not even a rank beginner can go wrong, and full page pictures of the finished items
will inspire clay crafters to try the terrific projects. Many techniques, from basic conditioning to creative canework and
millefiori-finishes, are clearly explained and illustrated, then contextualised in the various projects. Use these techniques to
create your own unique pieces and custom designs. Owing to the nature of the medium, no two pieces will ever look exactly the
same.
So go get your clay and start playing!
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
A must-have whittling guide for beginning carvers looking to learn
how to whittle, as well as advanced carvers seeking to build their
existing skills and try something new. Featuring 35 projects and
high-quality, full-size whittling patterns, all you need is one
knife, a few found items either from out in nature or around your
home – from twigs and basswood blocks to soap, avocado pits and
golf balls – and this exciting whittling project book. Try a
classic ball-in-cage whimsey, learn how to turn a golf ball into a
face, an avocado pit into an owl, or a twig into a mini sculpture.
Projects are small and simple, so they’re easy to take with you
and chip away at anywhere you go! This guide also includes helpful
introductory sections on the fundamentals of woodcarving, including
basic cuts, wood and grain, and safety. See how easy, fun, and
creative whittling can be! Original patterns contributed by
today’s leading carvers, such as Guinness World Record holder
Chris Lubkemann, James Miller, Nikki Reese, Tom Hindes, Sara
Barraclough, and other talented and award-winning artists.
Whittling Woodland Animals introduces the simple art of whittling
with 15 wilderness creatures to create from scratch. The relaxing
and rewarding craft of whittling is synonymous with a woodland
setting, which provides the ideal subject matter for this new book
from seasoned woodcarver, Peter Benson. Intricately carved and
infused with character, this collection of 15 whittled woodland
creatures makes a perfect beginner's guide to the hobby. Making
delightful gifts and trinkets for nature lovers, you'll want to
carve every single animal in the book. The main tools and
techniques are clearly explained, how to carve safely and clear
step-by-step instructions for each animal. A handy
campfire-friendly size, simply grab your whittling kit and head out
into the woods to while away the hours.
Dragons have captured the imagination of artists for aeons and
feature in the earliest myths, on the armour of medieval knights,
as well as in today's popular culture. In this new and improved
third edition, dragon aficionado and artist Lora Irish shares tips
and techniques for creating your own fantastic renderings of man's
favorite foe. Updated for this edition: brand new art for both
Eastern and Western dragons, a new gallery, sections on dragon
history, lore, and anatomy, and a newly added section on transfer
instructions for all applications, including fabric, wood, canvas,
and other materials.
The Art of Chip Carving teaches crafters of all levels how to
create 15 decorative rosette patterns. Chip carving is that art of
forming intricate geometric patterns by carefully cutting away
small triangles of wood to slowly create the full project. Tatiana
Baldina's incredibly detailed instructions, with photographs
accompanying every step, will allow even a complete beginner
through the process of recreating her patterns, while more
experienced carvers will relish the opportunity to try out new
designs. The projects can be used to decorate all manner of
objects, from boxes to plates and wall panels to furniture. The
book also contains a comprehensive introduction to the art,
including choosing the appropriate tools and materials and
instructions for all the different cutting techniques you'll need.
With a mix of illustrated step-by-step guides for beginners and
more pared-down pattern profiles for advanced carvers, this
compilation is perfect for carvers of all skill levels. The
featured patterns and projects are from some of today's leading
carving experts, including Shawn Cipa, Floyd Rhadigan, Chris Pye,
Don Dearolf, Rick Jensen, Robert Biermann, and Sandy Smith. With
step-by-step instructions and colour photos, readers are guaranteed
a very merry carving experience.
This book features 45 full-size patterns that provide dozens of
designs for both traditional and contemporary spoons. It describes
the rich symbolism and interesting history of Welsh and
Scandinavian spoon carving. It is suitable for all levels; includes
a thorough introduction to carving basics. Classic in simplicity of
form, spoons can be carved in an endless assortment of shapes. With
a few small scraps of wood and some common carving tools, spoon
carving instructor Shirley Adler will get carvers started making
beautiful spoons, providing step-by-step instructions for shaping
the bowl and adding detail to the handle.
Making Small Scale Models is for those who have never made a model
before or want to develop or increase their skills. From cutting a
straight line to making a scaled human figure that 'lives', through
to creating beautifully detailed buildings and finely detailed
furniture, the book takes you through each stage of the process.
Topics covered include: Methods for a wide range of disciplines,
from theatre design to railway modelling to interior design;
Practical guide to tools and materials; Basic techniques for
constructing scale models using simple, readily available
materials; Step-by-step guides to projects designed to practise and
develop skills; Advanced ideas focus on colour, texture and form to
bring models to life.
"The Art of Whittling" has provided readers with a wonderful
introduction to the enjoyable hobby of whittling for decades. First
published in 1930, Walter L. Faurot's guide was one of the first
manuals on the subject. This book contains a wealth of traditional
whittling projects that are not found in many other books today.
Rediscover such classics as:
- Interlocking wooden puzzles
- Rings and dumbbells
- Continuous wooden chains
- Ships inside bottles
Perfect for a beginner or someone looking to enhance their
whittling skills, this book also contains instructions for making
such items as working wooden scissors and pliers, balls in cages,
entwined hearts, fans, animal toys, and joint work. Enjoy exploring
a new hobby with this unabridged republication of the original
edition.
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