Hobbies, Games & Quizzes Books
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Little Paper Universes
Book SynopsisSurprising, lighthearted 3-D paper projects for crafters of all kinds! Includes the pieces for all ten worlds, ready to cut out and fold.
£18.04
Fox Chapel Publishing Flower Mandalas Coloring Book
Book SynopsisFlower Mandalas is a colouring book for adults that contains 30 amazing art activities involving patterning, shading and colouring. Each vibrantly detailed illustration offers an easy way to de-stress, while allowing you to unleash the artist within.Thaneeya McArdle's transcendental art explores a visual language of shape, form, line and colour, and can be easily personalised with felt- tips, coloured pencils, crayons, gel pens or watercolours.Beautifully coloured finished examples are provided, along with a handy guide to basic art techniques, from patterning and combinations to shading and colour theory.This therapeutic colouring book is printed on high-quality, extra-thick paper that won't bleed through, and all of the pages are perforated for easy removal and display.
£5.99
£11.42
Chronicle Books Star Wars Mazes
Book SynopsisThis one-of-a-kind maze book set in a galaxy far, far away is a fun, interactive way to explore the Star WarsTM universe. Expert maze creator and lifelong Star Wars fan Sean C. Jackson brings the saga to life through more than 30 beautifully illustrated mazes of iconic scenes and locations ranging from the forest moon of Endor to Bespin’s Cloud City, the dark side planet of Exegol, Jabba’s palace, pod races, clone armies, and much more. Each full-color maze includes notes about the environment and special bonus elements to find hidden along the way. Star Wars fans of all ages will enjoy racing through the corridors of the Death Star, scavenging inside a fallen star destroyer on Jakku, searching the rocky cliffs of Ahch-To, and much more. • EXPLORE A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY: Immerse yourself in a brand new way when you explore your favorite Star Wars locations via exciting mazes. • ACCOMPLISH MISSIONS WITH EACH MAZE: Each of the dozens of unique mazes comes with its own mission that’s accomplished by finishing the maze, such as “Return to the base to escort the last transport off planet,” “Take the smuggler Han Solo back to your ship,” and “Locate Jedi Master Yoda in the mysterious swamp.” • EXTRA, FINDABLE ITEMS IN EACH MAZE: In addition to the maze itself, each includes other game activities or elements to find. • BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED AND REPLAYABLE: The gorgeously detailed full color mazes may be solved by pen or pencil, but using a non-writing item to follow the paths leaves the book ready to replay. © & TM LUCASFILM LTD. Used Under Authorization.
£12.59
The Crowood Press Ltd Classic Knits of the 1980s
Book SynopsisWritten by a pioneer of modern fashion knitwear, Classic Knits of the 1980s describes the principal fundamentals of knitwear design and features original, colourful, textural and fun knitting patterns that capture the fashion zeitgeist of the 1980s designer knitwear boom. As well as selling ready-made knitwear to stores, several designers made their patterns available as home knitting kits. Classic Knits of the 1980s features a range of innovative designs from Sandy Black knitting kits, many published here for the first time. The patterns are suitable for a broad range of knitting skills, from those with good basic knowledge of knitting to the more experienced knitter. Made up of two parts: Part 1 establishes the fashion and knitwear context of the period and its influence on the development of the designs, examining the entire creative process from inspiration to final pattern. Lavishly illustrated with photographs, diagrams and charts, special features include patchwork (modular) designs and intarsia or colour-block knitting, with techniques and tips for pattern calculations, working from charts and handling several colours. Part 2 then offers twenty-one original patterns and designs, grouped into themes of textural, graphic, heraldic and ornamental, plus the unique Siamese cat, leopard and tiger accessories. Contemporary photography, together with original images from the 1980s, illustrates the designs' timeless appeal, with close-up images of intricate pattern details and suggested design variations to aid creative knitters inspired by this pivotal decade.Trade ReviewOverall, this book will probably appeal to knitters more than historians; however, it would add a lot of value to collections of design history, such as for fashion design or theatrical use where authentically representing a particular time and place is important. -- Elizabeth Swackhamer Davidson * The Journal of Dress History Volume 5, Issue 4, Early Autumn 2021 *The designs are unmistakably of the 1980s, with their exuberant colour work and playful details, yet are all completely wearable and fashionable today. Breath-taking colour work abounds in this collection, such as the floral intarsia of the ‘Trailing Roses’ sweater, and a Persian-inspired patterned tunic. This fascinating book will delight those of us who were keen knitters in the 1980s, and also younger generations who admire the joyful, inventive styles of this era. - The Knitter -- The Knitter * The Knitter *
£22.50
Fox Chapel Publishing Big Book of Gizmos & Gadgets: Expert Advice and
Book SynopsisInside this book you ll find ingenious plans for making wildly inspired mechanical marvels from wood. These working wooden wonders might just be the most enjoyable projects you ever build in your shop! Well-illustrated step-by-step projects are arranged by skill level from beginner to advanced, with full-sized patterns attached to the book in a handy pouch. Projects range from a Rapid-Fire Rubber Band Gun and a Kicker Treat Gumball Machine, to whirligigs and classic automatons for cowboys, ballerinas, cats, ships, and more. Create fun games and toys for the whole family, and discover the secrets of kinetic sculpture to build your own interactive wooden gear machine. Learn from woodworking experts like: Clayton Boyer Bob Gilsdorf Dug North Richard Packer David Wakefield ...and many more!"
£11.69
C & T Publishing Create Landscape Quilts: A Step-by-Step Guide to
Book SynopsisCreate unique art quilts of your favourite places – and the places you want to go! Meri Henriques Vahl shares her simple yet unique method for quilting realistic nature scenes and villages from fabric.Trade ReviewMany quilters make landscape quilts, but Meri Henriques Vahl’s landscape quilts have won several prestigious prizes. Why do they stand out? Because her landscapes are natural and realistic, and she is able to bring the scenes she creates to life by incorporating figures into them. In the first part of this book Meri describes the raw edge collage technique she uses to create the background scenes in her quilts. A scene can be based on a favourite photograph or any other type of image, and Meri reveals she uses images taken from a trawl through the internet in her own work. It seems too that any type of material that is the ‘right colour’ can also be used in this collage process, and nothing needs to be stuck down until you have achieved a result that you are happy with. Then, the whole picture is covered with a fine tulle to keep everything in place before being enhanced with the stitching that holds the work together. Finally, in this first section of the book there are instructions for a simple landscape collage project, that the reader can make to familiarize themselves with the technique. The second part of the book is dedicated to the unique technique Meri has devised to create the people she places in her quilts. This she calls her paper doll technique. Using a photograph or other image each person is first copied onto cotton fabric and then the image is slowly built-up using water colour pencils, before finally being dressed in the appropriate chosen fabrics. The whole technique is a complex one, but Meri gives clear instructions to help with each stage of the procedure. Meri also expands on how this same paper doll technique can be used for precise architectural features, animals, or other structures that you wish to include as part of your landscape. In this book Meri has found a way of breaking down and explaining her intricate methods of landscape construction in a way that makes them easy to understand and follow. It is illustrated with beautiful photographs of her quilts that augment this text. There are also some photographs of quilts made by some of her students, so perhaps using this book we can all have a go at making a prize-winning landscape quilt. -- Lis Tate, Library Officer * The Quilters’ Guild *A guide to making quilts inspired by photographs using fabric collage with tulle overlay and the author's Paper Doll technique to make realistic images. In the introduction, Meri discusses how she came across the collage tulle method of creating landscapes. This led to her development of her paper doll technique to bring lifelike imagery into the creations. The general method is described including design considerations and the adding of soft embellishments. Stitching, and how this can enhance an image, is then covered. An example landscape project is provided for you to try. The paper doll technique is covered in detail. This is where an image is drawn and coloured, ideally on a batik or similarly tightly woven background with a fusible foundation. This method can be applied to buildings and other features of your landscape. Squaring up your quilt, adding borders and binding are all covered and the main concept is that there are no rules. This is a clear instruction book for those interested in making quilt landscapes. -- British Patchwork and Quilting * British Patchwork and Quilting *
£25.49
Fox Chapel Publishing Complete Starter Guide to Macrame
Book SynopsisSearching for a new hobby to liven up your home with affordable, innovative, and irresistible craftwork? Then Complete Starter Guide to Macramé is for you! The art of macramé is one of the most accessible ways to create bohemian, chic, and artistic designs and wonderfully rewarding hobby you can perform from home. In Complete Starter Guide to Macramé, author Angela Barretta steers you through different knot styles like alternating reef knots and half-hitch knots, so you can learn to macramé at any speed you like. Her step-by-step instructions--photographed in painstaking detail - will hold your hand the entire time, teaching you everything from macramé plant hangers to beautiful macramé wall hanging pieces. Discover the secrets of one of the top macramé artisans - and start crafting beautiful home creations to turn your space into a living, breathing testament to the power of the knot. From fruit hangers to wood hangings, you'll find all the instructions inside to asse
£14.44
Page Street Publishing Co. Flowerscape: A Botanical Coloring Book
Book SynopsisIn this immersive new colouring book, Maggie Enterrios, whose stunning illustrations inspire on Instagram and beyond, gives readers the opportunity to interact with her artwork first-hand and connect with their own creativity. Bold florals pop on every page and leave plenty of room for colour, while intricate details keep things interesting. These designs go beyond simple florals, weaving in animals, shells and other natural elements for lush, unique scenes that provide a sense of discovery. It's been proven that adult colouring books are the perfect way to de-stress, and Maggie's compositions are specifically designed to delight, engage and provide a haven of relaxation during busy days. Perforated pages and high-quality watercolour paper make it easy to display and gift personalised artwork. Maggie's stylish, imaginative pen and ink drawings will bring out everyone's inner artist.
£18.24
Search Press Ltd How to Draw: African Animals: In Simple Steps
Book SynopsisCapture the splendour of the African savannah by drawing this collection of stunning animals and birds. Watch them come to life in six easy steps. Award-winning artist Jonathan Newey teaches you to transform simple shapes into the iconic Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant and buffalo), as well as towering giraffes, distinctive zebras and striking flamingos. There are 26 different animals to create, in a variety of poses and styles. Each project starts with a few basic outlines and progresses into a finished tonal drawing, and a final coloured version shows you how to develop your drawing even further. Perfect for beginners, as well as budding artists, you’ll be amazed how easily you too can draw African animals with this inspiring guide. Table of ContentsIntroduction 4 Gorilla 5 Baby elephant 6 Elephant 7 Chimpanzee 8 Fish eagle 9 Lion cub 10 Lioness 11 Lion 12 Zebra 13 African wild dog 14 Meerkat 15 Giraffe 16 Ostrich 18 Flamingo 19 Cheetah 20 Nile crocodile 22 Hippo 23 Cape buffalo 24 Kudu 25 Baby rhinoceros 26 Leopard 27 Olive baboon 28 Warthog 29 Vulture 30 Wildebeest 31 Female waterbuck 32
£6.23
Fox Chapel Publishing Embroidering Animals with Color and Texture
Book SynopsisIf you're looking for new embroidery ideas, Stitching Adorable Animals has them all--in one convenient location. Author Jessica Long shares a treasure trove of patterns, lessons, and charming projects you probably haven't tried before. Discover 25 unique ideas for animal embroidery hoops: a bluebird, a seahorse, a beetle, an Axolotl, a Garden Mouse--and much more. Are you a beginner? Then you'll love the full-color diagrams and step-by-step instructions for creating full-sized patterns from scratch. Are you an experienced embroidery master? Then you'll enjoy the new ideas, not to mention cutting-edge modern techniques to lend new depth, texture, and personality to each design. Stitching Adorable Animals is more than just a few cool embroidery ideas. It's a complete introduction to a unique perspective of looking at your embroidery--all from a gifted, self-taught embroiderer who's turned her hobby into a life-changing passion.
£14.44
Tuttle Publishing Origami Paper Geometric Prints 48 Sheets 6 34 17
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£5.13
Annie's Publishing, LLC Two-by-Two Crochet: 2 colors; 2 rows: Learn to
Book SynopsisDiscover Two-by-Two Crochet where two colours of yarn are crocheted into textured stitches using only a 2-row/round repeat. Includes instructions for eight projects: two afghans, one baby afghan, an ear warmer, a lady's cap in two sizes, a reversible kid's cap in five sizes, a scarf and an amazing ruana.
£8.54
David & Charles Stitch 50 Cats
Book SynopsisEasy sewing patterns for cute cat designs, made using simple hand-sewing techniques. Featuring the most popular and distinctive breeds, each pattern comes with step-by-step instructions and full-size templates. The finished little kitties would make cute brooches, bag charms and home accessories that will make your cat-loving friends have kittens!Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION .............................. 4 MATERIALS ........................................ 6 TOOLS & TECHNIQUES ............... 8 USING THE DESIGN GUIDES ... 10 STITCH LIBRARY ........................... 12 Small Cats.................................. 14 Abyssinian ............................................. 16 American Curl ....................................... 18 Balinese ................................................. 20 Bengal ................................................... 22 Bombay ................................................. 24 British Longhair ..................................... 26 British Shorthair .................................... 28 Burmese ................................................ 30 Burmilla ................................................. 34 Chartreux .............................................. 36 Cornish Rex ............................................ 38 Devon Rex ............................................. 40 Egyptian Mau ........................................ 42 Exotic Shorthair ..................................... 44 Havana Brown ....................................... 46 Japanese Bobtail .................................. 48 Khao Manee .......................................... 52 Korat ...................................................... 54 LaPerm .................................................. 56 Lykoi ...................................................... 58 Maine Coon ........................................... 60 Manx ...................................................... 62 Munchkin ............................................... 64 Nebelung ............................................... 66 Norwegian Forest Cat ........................... 70 Ocicat .................................................... 72 Persian ................................................... 74 Pixiebob ................................................ 76 RagaMuffin ............................................ 78 Ragdoll .................................................. 80 Russian Blue .......................................... 82 Selkirk Rex ............................................. 84 Siamese ................................................. 88 Siberian ................................................. 90 Singapura .............................................. 92 Sokoke ................................................... 94 Sphynx ................................................... 96 Tiffanie .................................................. 98 Tonkinese ............................................ 100 Toyger ................................................. 102 Turkish Van .......................................... 104 Big Cats .................................... 106 Caracal ................................................ 108 Cheetah ............................................... 110 Eurasian Lynx ...................................... 112 Leopard ............................................... 114 Lion ...................................................... 116 Panther ................................................ 118 Puma ................................................... 120 Snow Leopard ..................................... 122 Tiger .................................................... 124 ABOUT THE AUTHOR ............... 126 THANKS ........................................... 126 INDEX ............................................... 127
£13.49
Richardson Publishing Large Print Colour Frame Flowers Colouring Book
Book Synopsis31 large print flower illustrations to colour, with tear-out pages so you can display your artwork - this is the perfect colouring book for adults of any age.
£6.99
Octopus Publishing Group BIRDLE
Book Synopsis Do you love word games?Are you an avid birder?Then BIRDLE is the perfect puzzle book for you! This fun, interactive collection of brainteasers can be played for hours on end.Beginning with easier puzzles to more advanced games that will stretch your birding knowledge to new heights, this new book from the RSPB is like no other. Whether you are looking to train your brain, swot up on your bird knowledge, or seek an alternative to screen time, this collection will have you turning the page for more!Ideal for keen puzzlers, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who wants more puzzles to master!From the RSPB
£15.29
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Think You Know It All? Genius Edition: The
Book SynopsisSo you’re good at the pub quiz ... you always have the right answer ... you’re known for the depth and breadth of your knowledge ... well, why not put those skills to the test with Think You Know It All? Genius Edition.In this fiendish and at times infuriating book of general knowledge questions, you’ll find a vast range of topics are covered, to give you a real challenge on subjects from maths to history, music to literature, cinema to sport. With all sorts of different types of question to keep you on your toes (and all the answers at the back for when you need them) this book will give you entertainment and be head-scratchingly annoying in equal measure ...... But then that’s the thing about knowledge: if you know the answer, it’s easy!
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group 52 Things to Do While You Poo The Retirement
Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of 52 Things to Do While You Poo, this entertaining collection of trivia and puzzles is a joyful celebration of the seven-day weekend: retirement!You may have just given up the nine-to-five, but now the real work begins! The next time you take a trip to the smallest room, let this colourful collection of puzzles, activities and trivia test you on all the skills a retiree should know. You''ll find the following challenges and many more: - Get your old work clothes through the maze to the charity shop- Challenge yourself to retirement-themed sudoku- Track down the items on your to-do list (such as lie in and travel) in a word search- Find the matching pair of slippersFrom bestselling author and fiendish brain-teaser Hugh Jassburn, this book is the perfect gift for anyone celebrating their well-earned freedom, and will provide hours of fun.
£7.59
Insight Editions Fantastic Fungi: The Coloring Book
Book SynopsisExplore the fantastic world of fungi with this creative coloring book!The mushroom kingdom is full of mysteries. These strange fruits emerge from a vast network of mycelium with the power to heal, shift consciousness, and potentially save the planet! The critically acclaimed documentary Fantastic Fungi dives deep into the many uses of fungi, from culinary and pharmaceutical applications to environmental impacts, in what has been called “the forefront of a mushroom revolution.” Based on mind-blowing photography by director Louie Schwartzberg, this deluxe coloring book is filled with the gorgeous and exotically beautiful images from the film. Featuring well over a dozen different types of fungi, it also includes information from the companion book Fantastic Fungi so that mushroom enthusiasts can learn more about these incredible organisms. With an array of reds, yellows, greens, and blues that are inherent in the fungi kingdom, this coloring book offers hours of creative and educational relaxation.
£14.40
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits: More Than 500
Book SynopsisColor Mixing Recipes for Portraits Oil - Acrylic - Watercolor features master mixes for an array of skin colors in oil, acrylic, and watercolor—plus recipes for hair, eye, and lip colors.Also included are a plastic color-mixing grid for measuring out paints, as well as a handy conversion chart for finding acrylic equivalents of oil paints and vice versa. With Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits Oil - Acrylic - Watercolor and your painting materials, follow the three simple steps to mix virtually any skin tone for your portrait: Match a palette of skin tones from this book to your portrait subject. Create the Master Skin Tone Recipe for this palette using the included plastic color mixing grid to measure each paint color. Follow the recipes to create all the skin tones you will need to complete your portrait—from light values to shadows. Also featured in this book: Color theory Tinting, toning, and shading Graying skin tones naturally Identifying facial planes Mouth, nose, and ear color tones Eye and hair color tones Watercolor skin tone recipes With recipes for more than 500 color combinations, Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits Oil - Acrylic - Watercolor is your ultimate source for painting realistic skin, mouths, ears, noses, eyes, and hair. Walter Foster’s best-selling Color Mixing Recipes series also includes Color Mixing Recipes for Oil and Acrylic, Color Mixing Recipes for Watercolor, and Color Mixing Recipes for Landscapes. These books contain hundreds of precise color mixing combinations for realistic results, as well as acetate grids for measuring paint units.Table of ContentsInstructions Skin Tone Palettes Color Theory Mouth Color Tones Ear/Nose Color Tones Oil & Acrylic Skin Tone Recipes Color Tones Watercolor Skin Tone Recipes Creating Colors Index Oil/Acrylic Conversion Chart About the Author
£10.44
Electric Quilt Company,US A Deep Dive into Electric Quilt 8 Fabrics Panels
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£14.99
Cottage Door Press Extreme Word Search: With 300 Puzzles
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£8.93
Chronicle Books Moon Playing Cards
Book SynopsisTake a giant leap into lunar exploration with this collectible 54-card deck of moon playing cards honouring the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11.
£14.27
Page Street Publishing Fantasy Crochet Creatures
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£19.19
C & T Publishing Sweet Stitches: 250+ Iron-on Embroidery Designs
Book Synopsis250+ embroidery designs from popular designer Aneela Hoey are now available as iron-on transfers, to make applying and using her designs a breeze. Transfer and embroider stylish designs from her newest book, Stitch & Sew, as well as dozens of original new designs. From small to large, florals to geometrics, this book has it all!Trade ReviewThis attractive new book from Aneela presents over 250 of her designs as iron-on transfers. The designs cover all subjects from florals to geometrics in a range of styles and sizes, suitable for all kinds of projects including clothing and homeware. There are full instructions for applying the transfers, which can be used several times, together with a small glossary of popular embroidery stitches. A delightful and useful book. * East Kent Embroiderers’ Guild *What I love about embroidery transfer books is that it takes away the bother of drawing your own design. The 250 plus designs in this book are gorgeous - animals, flowers, stitching designs and lots more are large enough for a single project, but also small enough to put together and make a larger sampler. The designs are well drawn and quite simple. The iron on transfers can be used several times, and with a small selection of embroidery stitches to get you started this is a book perfect for every sewist, regardless of ability. I love that the designs are ideal for homemade cards, baby quilts, hoop pictures and bag decoration. There is something for every occasion and every person. A fabulous design book to have on your craft shelf, that can be used time and time again. -- Tracy Shephard * Postcard Reviews *
£16.99
Lindaloo Enterprises Amigurumi Golf Club Covers: 25 Crochet Patterns for Animal Golf Club Covers
£22.11
Hinkler Books Art Maker Creative Colouring Queen of Dragons
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£7.08
Landauer Publishing Creating Art Quilts with Panels
Book SynopsisDiscover how to transform fabric panels and thread into one-of-a-kind art quilts. Award-winning quilter and fibre artist Joyce Hughes shows how to use dimensional thread painting, raw edge applique, and a variety of embellishments to make seasonal panels, beautiful florals, and panel replicas like Van Gogh's Starry Nights. From simple beading to more advanced three-dimensional pieces, Joycenpresents her techniques clearly and concisely with detailed photographs innstep-by-step format. Sure to please both traditional and contemporary artists alike, Creating Art Quilts with Panels also features a photographic gallery of inspirational art quilt masterpieces.
£15.29
Annie's Snuggly Baby Blankets to Crochet: 11 Adorable
Book SynopsisEleven sweet designs are made using light and worsted-weight yarn. Choose from mile-a-minute, pineapples, granny square and more. Perfect for a newborn baby! Skill level: Easy to intermediate
£7.99
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Art Therapy: An Anti-Stress Colouring Book
Book SynopsisRelax and unwind with this sophisticated anti-stress colouring, doodling and drawing book for adults and children.From creating free-flowing lines and swirls to shading in intricate patterns, every illustration in this book has been carefully crafted so that even amateur artists can enjoy the satisfaction of creating something of exceptional beauty. Everyone will benefit from the stress-relieving effect that increased focus and creativity can provide. There are no rules or complicated step-by-step instructions in these pages and no need for expensive art and craft supplies. Readers can simply scribble, scrawl and shade to their hearts' content.An updated version of the 2014 edition, The Art Therapy Colouring Book.Trade ReviewThere are some great images in here and something for everybody [...] Many relaxing hours await anybody who buys this book. * MyShelf.com *
£9.49
Third Millennium Press Ltd. The Art of the Checkmate
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£20.69
Page Street Publishing Sewing Machines Made Simple
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£19.54
Amber Books Ltd Chinese Characters
Book SynopsisThe elegant pen-strokes and visual harmony of Chinese writing, known as hànzì, have long been admired in the west. Classical Chinese calligraphy is a popular and valuable art form, and with the increasing economic and cultural power of China, its writing is becoming more widely appreciated and understood. In particular, the deep layers of history and symbolism which exist behind even the most everyday character have a strong appeal to those seeking understanding from an alternative philosophy. Chinese Characters: The Art of Hànzì features the most interesting of the three to four thousand characters are needed to write modern Chinese. Characters expressing concepts such as love, peace, respect and happiness are reproduced in a large format, enabling the reader to trace, scan or photocopy them for transfer to any other medium. Alongside the character is an accessible and inspiring explanation of how the character developed, what the particular strokes symbolize, and its various different meanings.Table of Contents愛 love 平 peace 安 peace 和 harmony 心 heart 信 belief 新 new 興 flourish, prosper 高興 happy 性 sex 幸 lucky 忠 honest, 敬 respect 永 eternal 永遠 forever 家 home 父 father 母 mother 友 friend 友誼 friendship 火 fire 水 water 土 earth 木 wood 金 metal/gold 玉 jade 雨 rain 風 wind 福 fortune 壽 long life 男 male 女 female 龍 dragon 鳳 phoenix 仁 benevolence 義 righteousness 禪 Zen 月 moon 日 sun 陰 Yin 陽 Yang 明 bright 光 light, radiance, glory 道 Tao 大 great 太 supreme 笑 laugh, smile 孝 filial piety, dutifulness 力 power, strength 禮 rites, correct behaviour 極 extreme. utmost 吉 auspicious 樂 happy; music 音樂 music 變 change 花 flower 中 middle; China 茶 tea 劍 sword 昌 glorious, prosperous 清 clear, pure 正 correct, upright 成 change, become 星 star 強 strong 皇帝 emperor 酷 cool 巧 clever, skilled 錢 money 知 to know 智 knowledge 加油 Go! 蘴 abundant 舞 dance 武 martial, warlike 氣 qi, energy 關係 connection 勇 brave 雷 thunder 熱 hot 冷 cold 冰 ice 兵 soldier 石 stone 失 lose 酒 wine, alcohol
£999.99
C&T Publishing 2026 Patchwork Place Quilt Calendar
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£14.87
Galison Frank Lloyd Wright Imperial Hotel Peacock Rug 500
Book SynopsisThe Frank Lloyd Wright Imperial Hotel Peacock Rug 500 Piece Foil Puzzle brings shiny new glamour to the rug design. The gold foil embellishments on this puzzle bring the luxurious deco era back to life, piece by piece. Galison puzzles are packaged in matte-finish sturdy boxes, perfect for gifting, reuse, and storage.
£13.30
Tuva Publishing Tiny Trinkets to Crochet: More Than 50 Cute and
Book SynopsisHere are 25 patterns for small-scale crocheted novelties to use as toys or mascots, or to attach to key rings, bags, and clothing. The book is divided into three themed chapters--Food, Sea Creatures, and Accessories--and while some of the items are suitable for crochet novices, others will challenge those with more experience. The patterns are easy to follow and include a helpful guide to tools, materials, and techniques. Crochet a turtle, squid, or starfish, or make some miniature food that looks good enough to eat. The projects take very little time, use very little yarn, and are perfect for gifting.
£11.66
The Crowood Press Ornamental Woodcarving
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£27.00
No Starch Press,US Build A Lego Mustang
Book SynopsisDetailed, step-by-step instructions for recreating a classic 1960s Mustang with LEGO elements. The build, designed by famous Technic inventor Sariel, includes working steering, and operable doors and hood, as well as plenty of ideas for customisation.
£15.19
Tuttle Publishing Origami Galaxy for Kids Kit
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£13.04
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc The Art of Paint Pouring: Tips, techniques, and
Book SynopsisLearn the creative, innovative technique of making art by pouring paint with The Art of Paint Pouring. Featuring easy step-by-step projects, practical tips, and beautiful art from an established paint-pouring expert, this book helps artists of any skill level make colorful, textured art by pouring acrylic paint onto a canvas. There are many techniques for making poured art, and this book details them all. You will learn to swipe, pour, and more using the manyhow-to projects provided in this book. Also included are chapters on the following: Tools and materials, including affordable options for items that will help you create poured art Basic color theory and how to choose paint colors that will create pleasing mixtures Eye-catching full-page artwork Tips for creating the paint consistency that you want Instructions for keeping your work area clean, even while working with a potentially messy technique Written and illustrated by a well-recognized paint-pouring artist, The Art of Paint Pouring is a comprehensive reference that eliminates the need to search online for multiple videos that you would continually have to pause and re-watch. If you are new to paint pouring, you will love the beginners’ tips and instructions that allow anyone to master this contemporary craft. Start creating stunning works of poured art with The Art of Paint Pouring. Also from the Fluid Art series, refresh your paint-pouring skills and learn new techniques with: The Art of Paint Pouring: Swipe, Swirl & Spin and The Art of Paint Marbling.Trade ReviewArtist Amanda VanEver starts with the basics and proceeds to demonstrate 11 acrylic pouring techniques, yielding striking visual textures and abstract patterns. * Artists Magazine *
£999.99
Flame Tree Publishing Bridge: Beginner to Intermediate
Book SynopsisRunner-up in the beginner/novice category of the American Bridge Teachers Association 2020 Book of the Year Awards. Bridge is a hugely popular pastime enjoyed by millions, and yet whole books have been written about single aspects of the game, and learning the seemingly complex rules and language can be a daunting idea. So this is the essential guide to beginning your journey and getting in on the fun, covering everything you need to know to get started and progress, from bridge basics, language and no-trump declarer play to analysing hands and working with trump suits. Defence play is then covered before going into bidding essentials and further bidding techniques and conventions. Keeping score and advice on taking things further rounds off this invaluable guide for the beginner. Clear explanations and examples make learning easy, and fresh writing from seasoned expert Mark Horton keeps things interesting, while a glossary of terms is a handy at-a-glance reminder of the meaning of key words and phrases. Suitable for standard playing methods used worldwide.Trade Review“The book is extremely well-designed, and the excellent graphics are immensely helpful in illustrating the material. Color and typography are deployed effectively throughout the text, with cards always denoted in bold, either black or red.”
£9.49
New in Chess The How to Study Chess on Your Own Workbook
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£19.96
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Practical Leatherwork
Book SynopsisLearn to make and repair leather items essential for hunters, bushcraft fans, reenactors, knifemakers, and others!
£17.09
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Wood Craft
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£22.50
The Gresham Publishing Co. Ltd Glasgow Wordsearch: 101 Glasgow-themed puzzles
Book SynopsisGlasgow Wordsearch from Waverley Scotland in Glasgow has 101 wordsearch puzzles with the city of Glasgow as a theme. The Clyde, the river Kelvin, the Barras, the Citizens theatre, Sauchiehall Street, Byres Road, the Empire, the Pavilion, Francie and Josie, Jack and Victor, the Hoops, the Gers... Puzzles about places, people, sport, comedy, heritage, art and music with a link to the Dear Green Place. These wordsearches are easy and fun. From these puzzles you will get a glimpse of a vibrant changing city, with its rough edges and rough diamonds, its culture and community. We give you a taste of the historical highs and lows of a real working town that never stands still. Enjoy nostalgic memories of long-lost favourites, gone but not forgotten, and hear about some Glasgow 'must-sees' and contemporary places to be. A puzzle book with a heart that's in the city.
£5.99
David & Charles NextLevel Needlepoint
Book SynopsisGet ready to take your needlepoint to the next level and gain the confidence to start making bold stitching choices!A book of decorative stitches is like a candy store for needlepointers but sometimes the choice can be overwhelming. In Next-Level Needlepoint, bestselling author and popular designer Emma Homent walks you through over 100 stitches designed to build your skills and offers expert advice on where best to use them.? Features 100 stitches to create texture, movement, and scenic elements in your needlepoint projects.? Includes full-colour photographs and easy-to-follow diagrams for every stitch, no matter your ability level.? Includes 10 fun project ideas to show off your newly-learned stitches, plus full guidance on how to start and finish a project perfectly.This book builds on Emma?s bestselling Needlepoint: A Modern Stitch Directory, taking your needlepoint skills up a gear. With her handy step-by-step guides packed full of how-to illustrations and photos you?ll find it easy to succeed with every stitch.
£15.29
Batsford Ltd Learn Flower Painting Quickly: A Practical Guide
Book SynopsisA fun and accessible guide to painting flowers in watercolour with step-by-step exercises. World-renowned artist Trevor Waugh reveals the secrets of painting flowers in watercolour in this fun, easy-to-follow book. Focusing on the techniques that matter the most, you'll be able to start producing better flower paintings in the space of an afternoon. The book includes expert guidance on all aspects of flower painting in watercolour, including the basic shapes and how to combine them, how to design the perfect composition and how to create subtle and evocative effects. The author shares tips on how to use colour to create realistic-looking flowers and foliage, his go-to basic palette and details on how to create beautiful, nuanced colour mixes. There is also a section on how to achieve real artistry in your work, using hard and soft edges, clever observation and different angles to perfect your work. Armed with this beautiful book, packed with breathtaking inspirational paintings and a selection of helpful step-by-step demonstration sequences, you'll become an expert flower painting in no time at all.Trade Review‘A concise yet also thorough guide to flower painting' * The Artist *'[A] lively and accessible guide.' * Leisure Painter *
£12.88
Flame Tree Publishing Adult Jigsaw Puzzle Frida Kahlo Pink
Book Synopsis1000-pieces. Shrink-wrapped, sturdy box (size 10 x 10 x 2 ins). High quality jigsaw puzzle. Finished Jigsaw size 29 x 20 ins. Official Frida Kahlo LicensedOfficially Licensed Frida Kahlo Corporation Product. Part of an exciting series of sturdy, square-box 1000-piece jigsaw puzzles from Flame Tree, featuring powerful and popular works of art. This new jigsaw will satisfy your need for a challenge, featuring Frida Kahlo Pink. One of the most iconic and important artists of the 20th century, Frida Kahlo’s bold, carefully crafted visual identity is in many respects an extension of her art, celebrating her Mexican heritage and countercultural ideals while defying traditional notions of female beauty. Striking and bursting with colour, this portrait captures Kahlo’s vibrant, flamboyant sense of style, as well as her steely poise. Her direct, unflinching gaze conveys her strength and tenacity to the viewer, underlining why her image remains as
£999.99
