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The techniques of metal colouring, bronzing and patination are assuming a new importance in contemporary fine metalwork and design. Richard Hughes and Michael Rowe have assembled and tested the recipes included in this book, which is the most comprehensive work on the subject currently available, an essential reference and sourcebook for practitioners and all those involvoved in sculpture, architecture, designs and the decorative arts. It brings together hundreds of recipes and treatments previously scattered in a variety of old books and technical papers, and provides the artist-craftsman with a very wide range of coloured finishes.

This text offers artists a complete guide to figure drawing.

A brand new colouring collection from number 1 bestselling illustrator Millie Marotta, exploring wildlife conversation - a subject very close to her heart.This gorgeous book features 90 amazing animals from around the world to colour, with a focus on endangered and vulnerable species. Containing a rich mix of wildlife from the much-loved snow leopard to the the adorable axolotl, from the vibrant ladybird spider to Attenborough's long-beaked echidna, it's a celebration of creatures that are currently at risk but that humanity is making efforts to save.Use your pencils or pens to bring colourful life to a wealth of wonderful animals, all rendered in Millie's beautifully intricate style, including:¿ Big beasts like the Javan rhino, the wild camel and the elusive mountain gorilla.¿ Treasures of the sea: the humphead wrasse, the mini blue bee shrimp and the majestic blue whale.¿ The insects that pollinate our world: many different bumblebee species, the monarch butterfly.¿ 'Lazarus species', thought to be extinct but now discovered in the world, such as the coelacanth and the New Caledonian crested gecko, and a few long-extinct and near-mythological animals - the woolly mammoth and the sabre-toothed tiger.Printed on high-quality paper with minimal show-through, suitable for all sorts of colouring media, this is a glorious treasury of the animals we don't want to lose.

"Take inspiration from nature and sew, create and craft all year round with best-selling author and textile artist Tilly Rose. Boost your creativity, develop mindfulness through making, and create your own unique textile treasures. Brimming with inspiration, this is a treasure trove of 12 simple-but-stunning seasonal projects that will draw you closer to nature and improve your well-being whatever your age or ability."--

"Discover all the materials and notions you need, as well as all the necessary know-how, including how to block, stuff and assemble your gnomes to create their distinct personalities. Each gnome has their own distinguishing features: choose from hats with earflaps, cablework, tassels or whimsical curled tips; choose outfits with colorwork details, stripes or cabling; create majestic beards with corkscrew curls or delicate loops, or even add some beard pockets! Suitable for confident knitters, the book contains all the necessary colorwork and cable charts, along with Sarah's 'Chart of Everything' the ultimate guide to calculating the yarn weights you need for each and every gnome. Every gnome is made in two weights of yarn - fingering (4-ply) and light worsted (DK/8-ply) - so you can knit your chosen new friend in a small or medium size. Or both! Advice is given on how to adapt your gnomes to make them child-friendly, if you wish to make friends for the little ones in your life. #NeverNotGnoming--

Craft 24 paper flowers from crepe paper, perfectly detailed to match the beauty of nature; these stunning and accessible projects are sure to wow in bouquets, garlands, and wreaths.

The ultimate guide to sewing clothes that truly fit from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee

From knitting experts Laine, 52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II is a colourful, abundant and even more versatile book on patterns than its predecessor. The patterns, contributed by a diverse group of 47 talented designers from all over the world, are clear, approachable and graded into three sizes, and are accompanied by gorgeous photography. Using a variety of different techniques and yarns, this book has something for both beginners and advanced knitters, including lace, cables, stripes, ruffles, colourwork, even a pair embellished with beads! 52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II offers even more inspiration for all sock enthusiasts. They are fun to make, quick to finish and always needed, no wonder so many knitters love socks!

Presented in four chapters that each present a specific technique, palette, and set of projects, Watercolor Your Way meets artists at their current level so they can enjoy the process as they build skills.

Drawing the Natural World is a practical and comprehensive guide for artists of all abilities to celebrate through art the beauty of the flora and fauna that make up our planet.

Crochet patterns for colourful clothes and accessories all made using the versatile crochet granny stitch.A collection of crochet patterns for clothes and accessories for every month of the year including a poncho, tank top, chevron jumper, summer cover-up, vest top, colour block cardigan, fair isle type cardigan and Christmas jumper.The granny stitch is very popular amongst crocheters and it can be used in a number of different ways: stripes, chevrons, colour block patterns, Aztec-inspired stitch patterns and even a fair isle style yoke.

Take your doodles to a whole new level with this best-selling and preeminent guidebook to the meditative art of the Zentangle, featuring the incredibly beautiful and inspiring artwork of author Beckah Krahula. This step-by-step book is divided into six chapters, each with seven daily exercises. The Zentangle method was created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas as a way to practice focus and meditation through drawing by using repetitive lines, marks, circles, and shapes. Each mark is called a tangle, and you combine various tangles into patterns to create tiles, or small square drawings. Each of the six chapters explores a different aspect of Zentangle: Basics and EnhancementsTangles and Value PatternsGeometric and Organic PatternsUnderstanding and Using ColorDefining and Using StyleCreating the Rest of Your Zentangle JourneyEach exercise includes newtangles to draw in sketchbooks or on Tiepolo (an Italian-made paper), teaches daily tile design, offers tips on related art principles, and contains an inspirational ZIA (Zentangle Inspired Art) project on a tile that incorporates patterns, art principals, and new techniques. Drawing Zentangles is a relaxing and replenishing diversion that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. In addition to its soothing benefits, a Zentangle practice can also help with self-image, phobias, addictions, pain management, conflict resolution, and coping with grief. Step away from the daily hustle and untangle with a Zentangle.

Carla Sonheim is an artist and creativity workshop instructor known for her fun and innovative projects and techniques designed to help adult students recover a more spontaneous, playful approach to creating. Her innovative ideas are now collected and elaborated on in this unique volume. Carla offers a year's worth of assignments, projects, ideas, and techniques that will introduce more creativity and nonsense into your art and life. Drawing Lab for Mixed-Media Artists offers readers a fun way to learn and gain expertise in drawing through experimentation and play. There is no right or wrong result, yet, the readers gain new skills and confidence, allowing them to take their work to a new level.

From the best-selling Creative...and Beyond series, Creative Embroidery & Beyond presents beautiful embroidery projects and instruction for all skill levels from three trending artists with large online audiences.

Crochet 16 fabulous amigurumi animals with ease! In this book Amigurumi Made Easy, designer Mariska Vos-Bolman (DIY Fluffies) has compiled a wealth of amigurumi knowledge and expertise. Even if you're a crochet beginner, you'll be able to tackle all of these projects with ease. With clear instructions, lots of step-by-step pictures and simple video tutorials to guide you along, you'll become a master of amigurumi in no time! Say hello to endless hours of crafting fun as you test out your new-found creative skills in 16 amazing patterns. You' re sure to impress your friends and family with handmade gifts or a collection of cuddly plushies to show, you can never make enough. So grab some soft yarn, find a good spot and open the book right up to start! Perfect for beginners -With handy instructions on all stitches (including video links) and help with all materials needed, you'll be mastering amigurumi in no time. 16 straightforward animal patterns - With patterns for a bee, mouse, cat, cow, dog, flamingo, frog, gorilla, bunny, otter, owl, puffin, snail, snake, squirrel and goat your biggest issue will be which one to make first. Step-by-step pictures - More challenging parts in the patterns are accompanied by detail pictures. And there is an online forum as well if you have any questions left. So whether you are new to amigurumi or looking to up your stitch game, Amigurumi Made Easy may just be perfect to start. All 16 characters are waiting to be crocheted by you!

Create over 50 adorable kawaii characters in 10 simple steps! If you love the Kawaii style but don't know where to start, this is the book for you! Both novices and advanced artists can greatly benefit from this title filled with whimsical and adorable Kawaii drawings.- Library Journal Get past that blank page by turning simple shapes into cute drawings in this popular style in just 10 easy steps! Create over 50 different characters from a cuddly penguin to a cheeky bubble tea, or a princess to a unicorn, by following the instructions inside. It even includes handy color palettes for getting the right shades in your drawing. Packed with handy hints and prompts, learning to draw has never been so simple!

Simple Weave opens up the world of weaving beyond gigantic looms and inaccessible patterns with 15 weaving projects and four tool projects to make. Learn to make beautiful things with tools small enough to fit in your pocket.

"Popular and prolific author and knitwear designer Kotomi Hayashi presents 55 innovative stitch designs--specifically for those who have never tried Japanese-style knitting before. These include re-imagined modern variations on traditional stitches as well as Hayashi's own innovative inventions, which incorporate influences from her travels all around the world"--]cProvided by publisher.

Stonesetting for Jewellery Makers is an all-encompassing examination of the many and varied techniques, treatments and innovations used in jewellery design.

Slow down, celebrate the flaws, own the good stuff, and focus on learning to love and appreciate yourself. These themes of self-compassion and self-care are hugely popular, and Flow® has a unique and creative take on them. Now, following A Book That Takes Its Time, with 205,000 copies in print, A Book That Loves You offers a message that will resonate in its simplicity: Be sweet to yourself, no matter what kind of day you’re having. (In fact, the challenging days are the days you’ll most want to pick up the book.) Discover the comforting effects of a daily ritual, like drinking tea. Why it’s okay—and even beautiful—to stumble now and again. Embrace the art of being alone. Release the reins on your schedule. And learn to love yourself with all your imperfections—including your over-productive mind. The book combines Flow’s signature scrapbook-like look and feel, focus on mindfulness, and high production standards. Sprinkled throughout the essays, illustrations, and sayings are paper “goodies,” designed to help readers put what they read into action: A “slow down” sticker puzzle, a pullout “My Own User Manual” map, a DIY flower to assemble and enjoy.             It’s a delightful gift for yourself or someone you care about—a book to peruse and engage with, using creativity and intention.  

"Have you ever wanted to hold a fox, a penguin, or an alligator? Have you ever wanted to see a jackalope or a phoenix? Have you ever wanted to go on adventures with a unicorn or a dragon? With chunky yarn, a few essential techniques, and a desire to learn, you can crochet your own woodland critters and mythical creatures. In their TikTok videos, Sarah Csiacsek (@fanaticalfibers) shows their followers how to get hooked on crochet, and in Chonky Crochet for Beginners, they'll share with you what you need to get started with your own crochet adventures. Even experienced crocheters will appreciate the whimsy and magic you can weave as you create soft animals and creatures for friends, family, and, of course, yourself!"--

Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts magazine is proud to present this collection of 60 of the best projects for both scroll saw beginners and those with experience. You'll find this book a great reference not only for its detailed patterns, but for its tips, techniques, expert step-by-step instructions and crisp photos all guaranteed to help you master the projects featured or to spur your own creativity. From simple basic patterns for beginners to detailed keepsake portraits and beautiful compound cut pieces, you'll be inspired by the designs of contributors like John A. Nelson, Gary MacKay, Ron Brown, Kathy Wise, and Rick Hutcheson. This book is broken down by category so that you can easily find the type of project you would like to try whether it is intarsia and segmentation, fretwork, or inlays and relief.