Hobbies, Games & Quizzes Books

Book Synopsis We’re giving you the THIRD DEGREE!   Our first- and second-degree Martial Arts Kakuro books were so incredibly popular that we know people are eager for more! So here's the next level of challenge for fans of these addictive conundrums that feature little numbers throughout the grid. Solvers have to fill in the blanks with digits that add up to the little numbers. It's fun, and it stretches your mental muscles, too! How tough are you? These 150 kakuro are for top solvers only!

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Book SynopsisCreate dazzling, contemporary bouquets all year long with this gorgeous book of floral designs.Learn the secrets to designing show-stopping monochromatic floral arrangements. In this stunning book, renowned floral designer Kiana Underwood shares her techniques for creating beautiful single-color displays using inspired ingredients, dramatic textures, and vibrant colors. The ultimate resource, Color Me Floral has an extraordinary arrangement to enhance every occasion. Organized by season, the book includes instructions for 40 arrangements, including a lush green display for spring, an astonishing black bouquet for summer, a striking magenta design for fall, and an unexpected, oh-so-pretty pink arrangement for winter. With hundreds of eye-catching images and easy-to-follow tips throughout, such as suggestions for substituting flowers and options for both the beginner and advanced designer, this flower arranging book is as useful as it is at

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Book Synopsis Teddy Bear fanciers, make your own and enjoy every loving stitch as well as the delightful finished product! This easy-to-follow, single-volume guide is the only book you need to create a charming one-of-a-kind collection of everybody''s favorite stuffed toy.Expert bear maker Doris King provides complete instructions and patterns for making both jointed and unjointed bears, plus full-size, ready-to-use patterns for a variety of outfits: suit, shirt, slacks, shorts, tank top, dress, bonnet, pinafore, pajamas, jogging suit ? even a chef''s apron. What''s more, the bears and their wardrobe can be made on a sewing machine.Create traditional Teddies out of mohair or alpaca, use the modern synthetic furs available in a variety of colors and textures, or make attractive, inexpensive bears from corduroy, calico, gingham, chintz, or patchwork. Varying the type of fabric and the size and type of eyes will give each of your bears a distinctive personality. In addition to a full discussion of fabrics, you''ll find advice on stuffing materials (for soft, cuddly bears and firm, sturdy ones), placing and cutting out pattern pieces, sewing techniques, and much else. Clear step-by-step instructions show how to create your own collection of lovable bears, while illustrations on the cover suggest color schemes for the charming toys. Ideal for nursery, playroom, and any other room, these huggable handmade Teddies made perfect gifts. Sew up a denful for yourself and everyone who deserves a special bear hug.

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Book SynopsisStart with a heart shape . . . and end with a beautiful finished piece of art!You’ll love Jane Davenport’s fabulous, fun, and amazingly easy technique for drawing figures. For aspiring artists, drawing people can be intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be. Over years working as a fashion illustrator, Jane Davenport devised her own method of creating in-proportion figures. Her clever core technique involves using equal-size hearts to build the body’s structure. And Jane’s results have been astounding: her students go from “I can’t draw a stick figure” to producing gorgeous, well-proportioned illustrations. After laying out the basics, her imaginative guide walks you through working with different mediums; drawing the head, face, clothing, hair, and features; and constructing figures inspired by fashion, fantasy, life drawing, and more.

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Book SynopsisThis pack contains 100 high-quality origami sheets printed with attractive Nature Patterns.

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Book SynopsisHello bug lovers and crochet adventurers! Grab your research equipment (magnifying glass, flask of tea, crochet hook, scissors and yarn) and follow us into a world full of magic and science, a microcosm of tiny creatures and big dreams! In this book you will find not only a charming selection of crochet patterns to create scrabbling beetles, beautiful bugs and fluttering butterfly crochet amigurumi, but also a wonderful story to read out loud and ponder on: a tale about growing up; accepting change and the power of dreams.Watch tiny creatures hatching from their eggs, look on as they munch through a green world, and be astonished at their marvelous transformations when they finally slip out of their cocoons. The wings and hats are interchangeable so you can use the patterns in this book to create new outfits for your little insect friends. Give your caterpillar a new set of wings for every day of the week, or cover your beetle in the most colourful wing suits. Be inspired by nature to Table of ContentsIntroduction Tools & Materials Crochet patterns for a collection of caterpillars and bugs that start off as eggs in a cocoon and develop into a variety of pretty butterflies, ladybirds and beetles. Additional patterns for a variety of flowers and leaves for the insects to eat. Crochet bag pattern to carry the collection. Crochet techniques relevant for the pattern collection.

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Book SynopsisNo matter your size or shape, Kenneth D. King will teach you how to make perfect-fitting garments every time. In this comprehensive resource, Kenneth shows the home sewer how to understand her shape and fitting options, as well as how to identify bad fit by reading the wrinkles in the garment. From there, he explains his Smart Fitting methods - net gain (add fabric), net loss (remove fabric), or no net gain or loss (move fabric around) - to make the necessary corrections to the pattern. Along the way, Kenneth draws on his 30+ years of patternmaking and couturier experience to help the sewer understand proportion, wearing ease, and design ease; learn how to measure correctly; learn about fitting and alteration methods; learn how to make a muslin - the gold standard of test garments; and learn how to alter patterns for 35 upper body part issues. The home sewer will also be privy to garment construction tips picked up during Kenneth's years of couture sewing - things that make complex details a breeze. In Kenneth D. King's Fitting Essentials, Kenneth takes an otherwise confusing process and makes it logical and straightforward. AUTHOR: Kenneth D. King is a contributing editor at Threads Magazine, couture fashion designer, author and popular professor at The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. He specializes in custom evening wear and his designs appear in the permanent collections of leading museums, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, renowned for its art and design collections.

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Book SynopsisColour your way through the year with this stunning, diary edition of the bestselling The Moomin Colouring Book.Perfect for recording your thoughts and activities, with inspiring quotes and moments of Moomin wisdom to guide you through even the bleakest months. The Moomin Colouring Diary is full of beautiful illustrations of Tove Jansson's beloved characters to colour in. This is a stylish and portable diary, featuring artwork from the coveted archive of Moomin creator, Tove Jansson.

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Book SynopsisLearn the stunning art of Sashiko stitching with this comprehensive guide that's packed with inspirational ideas. Meaning "little stabs", it's a traditional Japanese sewing method that uses evenly spaced running stitches to create eye-catching geometric patterns. . 20 patterns and motifs that readers can choose from and use as templates for their own unique Sashiko designs. . Thorough guidance on the tools, materials and basic techniques, . Included are large-scale items such as bedding, a door curtain and wall-hanging, and smaller items, such as brooches, greetings cards and notebook covers. Sashiko Craft explores the history of this strikingly effective technique and demonstrates how to apply it to a range of useful and ornamental items for the home, accessories and gifts. AUTHOR: Jill Clay worked as a silk artist and taught adult education including City and Guild Textiles for many years. She started a tour company, Festival of Japan, with a special focus on textiles. Sashiko stitching now remains her favorite pastime. Jill lives in Richmond, North Yorkshire, UK. SELLING POINTS: . Projects include bedding, wall-hangings, greeting cards, notebook covers and brooches. . This Japanese sewing method is perfect for making modern ornaments, accessories and gifts. . 20 projects to help you master the stunning art of sashiko.

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Book SynopsisMake It Simple is full of quick and easy sewing projects to help you get your creative fix, no matter how busy you are.In this book, award-winning sewing author, pattern designer and working mum, Tilly Walnes of Tilly and the Buttons, shares her sewing shortcuts and time-saving tactics for squeezing sewing into even the smallest window of time.The 24 simple, modern dressmaking projects can be whipped up in a few hours – whether that’s a few short sittings after work, or a stolen afternoon away from the kids. The full-scale dressmaking patterns include ten sizes (UK 6–24 /US 2–20) and range from a classic t-shirt and snuggly cardigan to a cute pinafore and stylish playsuit.If you’re a beginner, you’ll find easy-peasy projects and fuss-free techniques to kickstart your sewing journey. If you’re an experienced stitcher, you’ll enjoy the satisfyingly quick wardrobe-building patterns and tips for speeding up your sewing.

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Book SynopsisEvery knitter dreams of having a perfectly curated box of socks that holds all of their gorgeous handmade creations. Julie Anne Lebouthillier has created 24 incredible sock knitting patterns that are perfect for you to knit for yourself, friends and family to create the perfect box of socks.

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Book SynopsisMosaic crochet is such a fun way to create beautifully intricate colourwork patterns - from bold, graphic images to more delicate, dainty designs - all while only using single crochet and double crochet stitches, and without having to change colours in the middle of a row. While this may sound deceptively simple, this colourwork technique can be intimidating to beginner and experienced crocheters alike. Luckily for crafters everywhere, Alexis Sixel, creator of Sixel Design and mosaic crochet expert, is here to walk you through this exciting technique, step by colorful step. Begin with the basics as you learn to set up the necessary foundation rows, read mosaic charts and crochet the all-important border stitches. From there, Alexis will teach you how to let your stitches bloom into beautiful mosaic masterpieces, with thorough process photos for maximum clarity. From there, you’ll be able to whip up eye-catching home décor and accessories like the Sun and Moon Accent Pillow, Climbing Vines Arm Warmers, Sanctuary Wall Art and many more! So step into the vibrant world of mosaic crochet, and stitch your way to a bold, beautiful home. This book will contain 15 projects with 30 styled photographs plus step-by-steps.

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Book SynopsisLearn dynamic sketching and watercolor techniques for creating cityscapes, landscapes, figures and faces, still lifes, and more, enhancing the story you want to tell with form, line, and color. Discover incredible methods and tips for creating dramatic street scenes and vivid landscapes, and capturing dynamic figures and graphic architectural details. Artist Alex Hillkurtz—a top Hollywood storyboard artist, international workshop instructor, and Signature Member of the National Watercolor Society—presents fundamental concepts of sketching with pencil and pen for a number of popular genres. Discover simple ways to jot down spontaneous ideas in pencil, capture rough details in ink, and add watercolor for extra depth and interest. Make sketching more enjoyable by adopting innovative techniques that will make a difference in your practice, and your artwork. No matter your experience or skill level, you’ll benefit from learning: Compositions that draw the eye How to avoid common sketching mistakes Ways to create light and shadow to define shapes and add interest Successful ways to use negative space The importance of perspective in creating depth Easy color washes that create drama Get started today, and fill your sketchbooks with unique drawings and paintings you will be proud of. The For Artists series expertly guides and instructs artists at all skill levels who want to develop their classical drawing and painting skills and create realistic and representational art. Trade Review"An ideal DIY instructional combination of textbook, guide and 'how to' manual, exceptionally 'user friendly' in organization and presentation making it especially and unreservedly recommended ." * Midwest Book Review *"Emphasizes the power of storytelling through drawings, with plentiful tips and suggestions on how to capture mood, energy and narrative." * Artists Magazine *Table of ContentsIntroduction1 MATERIALS AND TOOLS A Personal Choice Pens, Pencils, and Inks Paper and Sketchbooks Brushes Watercolor Paint Miscellaneous Tools2 GENERAL SKETCHING TECHNIQUES Using the Language of Film to Tell a Story Selecting What to Sketch Rendering Light in a Sketch Details3 COMPOSITION Telling a Story The Rule of Thirds Contrast and Detail Thumbnail Sketches4 PERSPECTIVE Basic Bones Linear Perspective The Horizon Line One-Point Perspective Two-Point Perspective Three-Point Perspective Perspective on a Curved Street5 STILL LIFE A Poem Made Visible A New Way to See Objects Rendering Light Adding Color Structure Negative Space6 LANDSCAPES Landscape Composition Sketching Landscapes and Line Weight Atmospheric Perspective7 ARCHITECTURE An Overview of Basic Forms Roofs Doorways and Arches Windows Balconies Awnings Signs Architecture as Character8 FIGURES The Basic Figure Adding Volume Capturing Gesture Drawing Figures in Groups Drawing the Head9 WATERCOLOR Dancing with Watercolor Creating Multiple Effects with One Color Creating Texture: Splatters, Splashes, and Scrapes Color Mixing Warm and Cool Colors Painting with a Limited Palette Stages of a Painting The Color and Consistency of Shadows Contre Jour Conclusion: Keep Going Resources Influences Acknowledgments About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to all the mould-making techniques for casting glass, with detailed information on materials, recipes for mould mixes, methods and applications. All glass makers - unless they are blowing glass - need moulds which can go in the kiln, as part of the process of creating new pieces. This book is your complete and essential reference to all mould-making techniques for casting glass, with detailed information on materials, recipes for mould mixes, methods and applications. Mould Making for Glass helps you to find out which methods are appropriate for different types of work, and covers all the basics of how to make your mould. Discover practical information on sourcing, storing, using and recycling materials, and how to develop your own recipes and methods for particular projects. Finally, learn where to start with writing programmes for kiln firings including annealing and cooling and explore the work of well-known artists working in cast glass through beautiful photographs.Trade ReviewA solid introduction to, and a survey of, the subject it covers * Art Book Review *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Kiln-casting Glass 2. What is Refractory Mould-making? 3. Understanding Ingredients 4. Types of Glass 5. Model and Master Mould-making 6. Mould-making Methods 7. Handbuilding 8. Core Casting 9. Mould-drying, Kiln-packing and Firing 10. List of Mould-mix Recipes 11. Developing Your Own Recipes and Methods 12. Fusing, Slumping and Pâte de Verre 13. Surfaces and Finishes 14. Recycling Further Reading Glossary Suppliers Index

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Book SynopsisExplore and create expressive palettes and paintings with Color Harmony for Artists. Watercolor author, artist, and teacher Ana Victoria Calderon guides you through choosing, mixing, and using color with watercolor and mixed media to create the most expressive and appealing combinations and effects for a wide range of moods and subjects. You'll explore a variety of subjects and themes, including flowers, foliage, landscapes, skies, cities, figures, art movements, and historical eras. Begin with a quick overview of the basics of color, color mixing, and mixed media. Explore a variety of color and media combinations, including brilliant brights, muted neutrals, high-contrast complements, and special effects. Find inspiration in evocative photos, abundant palettes, and beautiful paintings. With Color Harmony for Artists, every artist, from beginner to advanced, will be inspired to embrace the creative possibilities of color and paint!Table of ContentsPREFACE HANDS-ON COLOR THEORY The Color Wheel Color Harmonies Color & Temperature Warm & Cool Variations Watercolor Paints for Swatching INSPIRED PALETTES Capturing moods and playing with textures in beautiful swatches of watercolor mixes that reflect a variety of visual inspirations Notable Art Movements Expressive Skies Colorful Cultures Animal Wonders Cities, Towns & Destinations Influential Eras Remarkable Landscapes Florals & Still Life Mineral Riches Human Hues TEMPLATE RESOURCES ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ABOUT THE AUTHOR INDEX

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Book SynopsisDo you know your heroes from your villains? Can you name every Pixar film released, in order? Put your knowledge to the test with over 1000 questions about all things Disney!From Mickey Mouse and the Disney parks to Princesses and music, there are 34 quizzes to try your hand at, with each split into three levels of difficulty to suit everyone - from young cubs to wise genies.Fun for the whole family, or perfect to play with friends, The Ultimate Disney Quiz Book is the ideal gift for the Disney fans in your life. Discover whose knowledge reaches to infinity and beyond and who needs to just 'Let It Go'!Quizzes include:Mickey and FriendsDisney PrincessesFrozenToy StoryPixarMusicGeneral Knowledgeand more!Also available: The Ultimate Marvel Studios Quiz Book

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Book SynopsisAppeals to both manga and colouring fans. Fun-to-colour illustrations. By bestselling how-to-draw author Christopher Hart. Bestselling how-to-draw author Christopher Hart celebrates 'grrrrllll' power with a wildly entertaining colouring book featuring manga's most popular female characters. This must-have collection for fans draws on Hart's numerous accomplishments in the genre and offers intricately patterned black-and-white illustrations drawn in his eye-catching style. Not only are the pictures fun to colour, but would-be artists can use the illustrations as a tool to practise colour design for their own character drawings.

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Book SynopsisReaders will learn sure-fire tactics and combinations from one of the world's top chess players. Attack? Defend? Swap pieces? Tactics are the watchdogs of strategy that take advantage of short-term opportunities to trap or ambush opponents and quite possibly change the course of a game in a single move. Why should players only hope that opponents will blunder when International Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan can show them how to put the tactics of the world's chess legends to work. Choose from the double attack, the pin, the skewer, deflection, the decor, x-rays, windmills, and many more time-tested tactics. Using classic board situations arranged in chapters by tactical themes, Seirawan teaches readers how to: Board positions from actual games played by history's great chess tacticians are provided throughout. Review tests for each topic let them track their improvement. In no time they will be playing better, with more confidence than they ever thought possible.Trade Review"An excellent book to improve your tactical play."--Chesscorner.com "Seirawan does a remarkable job of discussing tactics that usually appear only in books for advanced players and communicating them to anyone with a grasp of playing fundamentals." --Alude.com "This book is the most thorough treatment of tactics that I have ever seen." --Evan Kreider, ChessPraxis

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Book SynopsisBuild vibrant colour palettes for stunning contemporary quilts. Learn to craft stunning ombré colour palettes and apply them to gorgeously designed modern quilts!This collection includes ten full-size quilts and four small quilt projects, each perfectly designed for a palette of beautiful gradient colours from modern quilt designer Amber Elliot. From timeless stars to hypnotic medallions, explore a range of styles for a variety of skill levels. Dive deep into a new understanding of colour, following Amber's guidelines and methodologies for creating a palette. And, after working through each inspiring project, apply your colour-picking knowledge to elevate all your quilts. In this collection, contemporary colour choices meet breath-taking modern design!

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Book SynopsisTake your doodling skills to the next adorable level with this follow-up to popular YouTube artist Pic Candle's best-selling Kawaii Doodle Class and Kawaii Doodle Cuties—featuring over 100 lovable, huggable characters to draw into over 20 lively doodle scenes. Kawaii Doodle World also includes simple step-by-step illustrations and instructions, search-and-find puzzle patterns that you can color, inspiration pages, and even a doodle refresher course. Pic Candle shows you all the steps for drawing all sorts of adorable characters—cupcakes, donuts, lattes, mushrooms, office supplies, potted plants, stars and planets, doodle monsters, and more—into super-fun doodle scenes. Complete each scene by embellishing it with fun decorations and whimsical patterns. Soon enough, you will be filling every page of your sketchbook with your own kawaii doodle world. So, let’s get this doodle party started! Learn how to draw even more cute things with these other fun books in the Kawaii Doodle series: Kawaii Doodle Class, Kawaii Doodle Cuties, Mini Kawaii Doodle Class, and Mini Kawaii Doodle Cuties.Table of ContentsHello! What is Kawaii? How to Use This Book Tools Tips & Tricks Doodle Directory Part 1: Grouping Kawaii Characters Part 2: Adding Fun Decorations Part 3: Adding Whimsical Patterns Part 4: Bringing It All Together Part 5: Creating Shaped Doodles Kawaii Doodle Refresher Course Fun Time!

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Book SynopsisAn inside look at kokeshi dolls: from the skilled woodworkers behind their design to their important cultural significance.Discover the simplicity and charm of traditional Japanese Kokeshi dolls, known for their cylindrical shape and distinctive absence of arms and legs. Originally crafted as children's toys in Japan's Tohoku region, these dolls have evolved into sought-after collector's items, inspiring renowned architects and artists worldwide.In this visual guide, readers will find: An overview of the various Kokeshi doll types How kokeshi dolls are crafted, including information on tools and woods used Interviews with leading kokeshi craftspeople worldwide Detailed information on both traditional and modern Kokeshi dolls An exploration of the cultural significance, both historically and in the post-earthquake and tsunami rebuilding efforts of northern Japan in 2011 A guide to visiting Japan's kokeshi regions Tips on purchasing these dolls directly from Japanese artisans or through global stockists Filled with artist interviews, gorgeous photos and firsthand travel experience, author Manami Okazaki has created a book to be enjoyed by all — from serious collectors to woodcrafters, interior designers, architects, armchair travelers and anyone with an interest in Japanese culture and travel.Trade Review"The book is sweeping. It starts with the definition of kokeshi, continues on to the craft, the artisans, the 12 traditional styles, contemporary styles, the regions where they are produced, and ends with information as to how to see and purchase them online. The ample number of photographs provides a full view of the different styles and of the individual craftsmen. Both the photographs and the organization of the book make the information easily accessible." —International Examiner

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Book SynopsisQuilling Flowers is a collection of 20 beautiful step-by-step papercraft projects to make and display. For centuries crafters have enjoyed the relaxing hobby of quilling – assembling rolled or shaped strips of paper to create vibrant, colourful artworks. Quilling is an inexpensive, absorbing pastime that can be readily picked up and put down, slotting effortlessly into busy lives and offering moments of calm, meditative enjoyment. In this inspiring, easy-to-follow book, the traditional papercraft is given a fun and refreshing update with 20 modern, vibrant projects to make. Following the successes of her previous books, Quilling and Quilling Art, paper artist Sena Runa shares the secrets of how to make the most amazing flower designs. Catering for all levels of ability, novices will discover all the information they need to get started, plus a range of simple yet effective projects, while experienced papercrafters will enjoy the challenge of more intricate designs. Using Sena’s signature subtle gradations of colour and pops of bright, sunny tones, once framed they create gorgeous artwork for the home. They can also be used to decorate greetings cards, making unique and thoughtful gifts. 20 fun, colourful projects to make for all levels of experience Comprehensive advice on tools, materials and techniques Templates provided for all the projects Inexpensive hobby to take up Over 35,000 copies of Quilling Art sold Trade ReviewThe world-renowned paper art designer, Sena Runa, walks you through 20 flower projects, using all kinds of techniques to make your quilled flowers look photorealistic. Sena shares her experience and knowledge in the hopes that she will encourage new and existing quilling devotees and, in so doing, help to continue this wonderful art form. * Simply Cards & Papercraft magazine *Table of ContentsIntroduction Tools and Materials Techniques 1 Carnation 2 Pansy 3 Daffodil 4 Daisy 5 Lily of the valley 6 Honeysuckle 7 Lotus 8 Poppy 9 Morning glory 10 Cosmos 11 Dahlia 12 Poinsettia 13 Bird of paradise flower 14 Magnolia 15 Lily 16 Tulip 17 Hibiscus 18 Lavender 19 Geranium 20 Sunflower Templates Suppliers Index

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Book SynopsisMetalsmith Society’s Guide to Jewellery Making is the ultimate handbook to get you started on your jewellery-making journey. Corkie Bolton, jeweller extraordinaire and founder of Metalsmith Society, has compiled the ultimate compendium on the craft for beginners. You’ll get a deep dive into indispensable tools and materials needed to create a well-rounded workspace. Corkie also answers every question you might have about essential yet tricky-to-master techniques such as sawing, stamping and annealing. What’s more, through ten beginner-friendly projects, you’ll put your budding skills to the test and light the spark of inspiration for designing your own pieces. Necklace lovers will learn stone setting and making clasps with the Thick Bezel Pendant and Simple Chain Necklace, while ring projects like the Interlocking Ring and Hidden Detail Ring will have you practicing polishing and embellishing your creations. Embark on your rewarding jewellery-making career with confidence. With this comprehensive book at your bench, you will have everything you need to get started and keep going!

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Book SynopsisFor this landmark 25th book in his highly successful patchwork and quilt series, Kaffe Fassett has chosen the southern coast of England as the inspiration for his new collection of quilts. Beachgoers have long enjoyed the rocky shores near Hastings in East Sussex for their wild beauty and classic architecture. Featuring several miles of coastline, this seaside community has its roots in the fishing industry and was the site of the Norman Conquest's Battle of Hastings in 1066. Once a popular Victorian resort area, this gem of the southern coast is now experiencing a travel renaissance thanks to a thriving arts movement. The gallery section of the book showcases the 21 new designs, all brilliantly photographed on location by Debbie Patterson. The deep jewel tones of Kaffe's Maroon Frames are enhanced by the geometric lines of similarly toned beach huts. Kaffe's Vintage Stars has an old-world quality featuring earthy tones that are brilliantly set against the backdrop of a brick garden wall. The stunning Colour Garden quilt, featured on the cover, feels perfectly at home draped over an old fishing boat overlooking the sea, while his confectionary Fruit Sorbet cushion showcases taffy-inspired pastels sure to inspire a cozy afternoon by the beach. With both Kaffe's classic fabrics and his forward-thinking new designs to choose from, quilters can find an eclectic mix of patterns and colors ranging from Philip Jacobs' eye-catching large-scale floral prints to Brandon Mably's smaller-scale quirky patterns. In addition to the quilt designs, Quilts by the Sea includes detailed step-by-step instructions, accompanied by a flat shot of each quilt with the relevant block or quilt assembly diagram, while a how-to section offers more detailed guidance.

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Book SynopsisA guide to smocking for the modern sewist

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Book SynopsisThis pack contains 500 high-quality origami sheets printed in vibrant Rainbow Colors.

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Book Synopsis Introducing the first official Harry Potter knitting book – a deluxe guide to creating over 25 authentic Harry Potter knits based on the iconic films. Channel the magic of the Harry Potter films from the screen to your needles with the ultimate knitter’s guide to the Wizarding World. Featuring over 25 magical knits, the book includes patterns for clothing, home projects and keepsakes pulled straight from the movies – and even includes a few iconic costume pieces as seen on-screen. With yarn suggestions based on the true colours used in the films, projects ranging from simple patterns like the Hogwarts house scarves to more complex projects like Mrs Weasley’s Christmas jumper, knit your own wizarding world. Projects:Crafty Creatures: patterns for Hedwig; Cornish Pixie; Fluffy the Three-Headed Dog. Wizarding Wardrobe: patterns for Mrs Weasley's Home-Knit Christmas jumpers; and Hogwarts’ house scarves. Inspired Apparel: clothes and accessories inspired by characters, artefacts and themes from the films such as a Expecto Patronum! mittens and Quidditch socks. Delightful Decor: dress your home with Harry Potter decorative accessories such as Hogwarts House mug cosies and Seven Horcruxes tea towels. A true fan must-have, this book also includes fun facts, original costume sketches, film stills, and other behind-the-scenes treasures. Harry Potter Knitting Magic is sure to have fans everywhere summoning needles, conjuring yarn, and practicing their best knitting wizardry.Trade Review'The perfect guide for weaving some magic' * Prima *'A dream for members of the fandom’ * Mollie Makes *'Knitting has never been so magical!' * Let's Knit! *'With a little creativity, you can bring some of the warm and fuzzy feelings of Hogwarts into your home' * Mental Floss *'If you're looking to adorn your home (and life!) with unique pieces that aren't sold in stores, you might want to take a gander at the The Official Harry Potter Knitting Pattern Book' * HouseBeautiful.com *'Sure to bring a bit of magic into your muggle life' * Simply Crochet *'Spellbinding' * Woman's Weekly *'A must for any fan of Harry Potter, this new book is filled with magical patterns' * The Knitter *

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Book SynopsisBarry Herniman shows the reader how to capture the essence of a scene, and to inject that extra something: mood and atmosphere. This 'extra something' is what many watercolour artists seek, and it is clearly explained and beautifully demonstrated in this practical and enthralling guide to painting a variety of landscapes. This beautiful book brings Barry Herniman's stunning artwork to the fore with a sumptuous redesign, complete with new inspirational artworks and expanded sections on colour mixing and techniques.Trade ReviewCharacter, ambience and style add up to striking and memorable paintings. Expert artist Barry Herniman shares his secrets so you can invest your watercolours with all three. This new expanded edition of the book brings Barry's stunning artwork to the fore with a sumptuous redesign, complete with new inspirational artworks and expanded information on colour mixing and watercolour techniques. 5 step-by-step projects Dozens of inspirational finished paintings All techniques clearly explained and demonstrated. * The Artist *Painting Mood and Atmosphere in Watercolour by Barry Herniman 'Herr Flick' is back again, doing what he does best – making watercolours sing with colour and light, no traditional pale paintings to be found here. Barry makes his watercolour paintings look more like acrylics with his strong tones and use of vivid colours. Barry describes his favourite techniques, in particular, paint flicking. He also runs through the materials he uses and recommends, and gives an insight into how he works as an artist - via his use of a sketchbook through to the final painting. -- Michele Tilston Fletcher * Customer review *Popular artist and tutor, Barry Herniman shows you how to use watercolour to create mood and atmosphere in your paintings. Information on materials, colour mixing and techniques is followed by step-by-step demonstrations that clearly explain how to use your medium to best advantage. The demonstrations include breaking waves, stormy skies, weathered timbers, frosty morning and harbour lights. * Leisure Painter *This isn't a new book (it first appeared in 2004), but it's always been one of the best and this revised edition contains much re-origination as well as new material that brings it bang up to date. I'm always conflicted about recommending expanded re-issues. Should I tell you it's definitely worth buying a book you perhaps already have, which it often is; or should I suggest that, if you're happy with what you've got, your next purchase should be something new? In the end, all I can do is tell you what I like and leave the decision to you. Mood and atmosphere are those indefinable qualities that make a painting sing and give the viewer a sense of what it was like to be there when the scene was painted. "Each of us has our own perfect time of day, a favourite season or certain weather conditions that set our senses alight," says Barry. "When these elements prevail, that is the time to get painting." That takes care of the creative aspects: it's about being enthused yourself so you can put your feelings into your work, But there are practical considerations as well. Colour, light and composition all play a part and Barry explains how to use these elements to achieve the results you want. His subjects include landscapes, buildings, skies and water and his techniques involve balancing the elements of composition, the use of perspective and contrasting colour and the careful placing of highlights. This particular reissue makes for an exciting and inspirational read. * Paint magazine *Table of ContentsIntroduction Materials Colour mixing Seasonal atmosphere Capturing the mood Techniques Using a sketchbook Step-by-step demonstrations Breaking Waves Stormy Skies Weathered Timbers Frosty Morning Harbour ‘Lights’ Index

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Book SynopsisJump into the exciting world of paint pouring with this comprehensive how-to guide by the popular founder of the Mixed Media Girl YouTube channel.

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Book SynopsisRecreate memories of the seaside with simple sewing, papercraft, crochet and knitting projects using beautiful Tilda fabrics, yarn and embellishments. Be inspired by life at the beach and in the ocean to make gifts, toys and pretty accessories for your home. From adorable whales and fishing girl dolls to hanging mobiles, appliqué blankets and summer scarves, the designs will take you on a journey of the perfect seaside holiday.Table of ContentsBY THE SEA Whales - Small whale - Ceiling mobile Sailboat applique Jellyfish Sea urchins Fisher girl Sailing jacket AT THE BEACH Summer scarf Flowers - Crochet circles - Fabric flowers Summer girls - Knitted cardigan Ice lollies Paperweight Paper ideas Patterns Suppliers Index

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Book SynopsisLearn to take the king like a pro with this essential, easy-to-understand guidebook for chess players everywhere no matter what your skill level!Whether you’ve played a few matches or are completely new to the game, How to Beat Anyone at Chess helps you master leading strategies for one of the hardest games out there. Each page guides you through important moves with easy-to-understand explanations and tips for staying ahead of your opponent. From utilizing the queen''s power to slaying your rival’s king, you''ll learn all about the traps, squeezes, and sacrifices that give players an extra edge and how you can use these techniques to beat the competition. The ultimate guide to conquering the classic game, How to Beat Anyone at Chess will show you how to become a grandmaster in no time!

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Book SynopsisThis beautiful and inspirational book written by a doyenne of British textile design explores the art of painting and making patterns on cloth. Fabrics bring colour and vibrance to our lives, adding inventiveness and charm to both our clothes and our domestic interiors. In this book, lifelong textile designer Sarah Campbell takes you through her world of pattern and colour to uncover the joys of design from dots, stripes and checks to more surprising decorative solutions. Painting straight onto fabric is a very different experience to designing for digital production. Everything is unique, the placing of the patterns and colours is in your hands. The beauty is that the pattern doesn’t have to repeat - there can be just one bird or just one square, if it’s in the right place. Beautifully illustrated with Sarah’s colourful and internationally acclaimed work, her fabric designs show the comforting rhythm and universal language of pattern. - Learn how to create your own unique designs using a range of tools and techniques including brushes and potato-cuts, stencils and simple ‘kitchen cupboard’ resists. - Explore the delights of painting on different fabrics such as cotton, linen, silk and calico/muslin. - Develop your understanding of scale, colour, tonality and the organisation of pattern ideas, alongside suggestions on how to use your finished fabrics.Trade ReviewI cannot think of a better artist than Sarah Campbell to introduce would-be designers to produce hand-painted textiles. Sarah has made a career focusing on the delights of pattern in simple, but deliciously varied, directions. Anyone who notices pattern will have spotted her witty designs on so many furnishing items. Here she stimulates her readers to play with basic brushstrokes, creating bold geometry, and arming them with techniques to create endless personal flights of fancy. My fingers itch to play with all the possibilities that dance in my head each time I thumb through this delightful book. * Kaffe Fassett MBE, Artist & Author *Hand-painted Textiles by Sarah Campbell is just the sort of book I’ve wanted. Jam-packed with Sarah’s signature hand-painted style, giving all her techniques and inspiration to inspire anyone to have a go. My eye is dancing with possibility. * Brandon Mably, Designer & Author *This book is the perfect result of Sarah’s ability to create uplifting and joyful patterns combined with her passion for sharing her enthusiasm for making them. Sarah embraces hand painting and printing, guiding the reader through wide ranging techniques and considerations for design projects. Visually rich and highly accessible, the pages are full of flowers, geometrics, birds & beasts to inspire the reader. With an impressive back catalogue of highly successful textile designs for industry some of which are included, Sarah helps you to be brave and playful, sharing in her joy of colour, rhythm and motif on cloth. * Kate Farley, Designer & Academic *with brush, paint and fabric [Sarah] shows us how to get hands-on with joyful and playful pattern * UPPERCASE Magazine *Flicking through the pages of this book makes you want to grab your brushes and get painting. * Handprinted *Table of ContentsIntroduction The Tools of My Trade 1. Making a Start with Making a Mark 2. Potatoes 3. Masking Tapes 4. Stencils 5. Freezer Paper Stencils 6. Stencils and Paste Resist 7. Silks 8. Pattern and Colour Placement 9. A Pattern to Match a Pattern 10. Painting with Bleach 11. Painting a T-shirt 12. Freehand Painting 13. Pieced and Patched 14. Painted Fabric as a Base for Decorative Stitching 15. In the Theatre of Pattern Conclusion Sources & Materials

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Book SynopsisEditor in chief of Vogue Knitting, Norah Gaughan shows you how to make rectangles, squares, and simple shapes—then fold, twist, and pleat them to create unique, fashionable clothes and accessories. Simple shapes are ideal for the novice knitter, but the clever folds and fastenings of Knit, Fold, Pleat, Repeat will intrigue the experienced crowd, too. These techniques are easy to learn, and the design possibilities—and new combinations that come to light once you begin—are nearly endless. Each design starts with a simple rectangle, square, or triangle and builds from there: to fold, drape, or twist the shape into a garment or accessory, and to introduce pleats, welts, and slices along the way. Every pattern has a gorgeous high-fashion style, and the projects are so addictive to knit—you may find yourself making the same garment in new colors and yarns so you’ll have one for each season. The book includes 36 patte

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Book SynopsisStep into the vibrant world of Crepe Paper Blooms, Bugs and Butterflies with Miss Petal & Bloom, a.k.a. Eileen Lim. In this beautifully illustrated guidebook, internationally acclaimed artist Eileen reveals her secrets to crafting whimsical blooms and insects using 180gsm Italian crepe paper. To begin, the materials and basic techniques are broken down in detail, making this a perfect book for beginners. In the Blooms chapter, you''ll learn how to create a host of flowers that will never wilt, including a sunflower, a rose, two kinds of peonies, a dahlia, a ranunculus, oriental poppies, anemones, hydrangeas and a magnificent king protea. Eileen also demonstrates simple ways to transform your handmade flowers into lovely bouquets - perfect as gifts for your loved ones. In the Bugs and Butterflies chapters, you?ll be introduced to a collection of quirky crepe paper insects, such as two spectacular moths, two butterflies, colourful beetles, a dragonfly and a chubby little bumblebee, plus a fun range of display ideas. Finally, in the Potted Plants chapter, Eileen shares techniques for making a variety of plants, as well as tips on how to pot them. These include daffodils, irises, orchids, delphiniums, tulips, foxgloves and gorgeous succulents that you?ll never need to water. With step-by-step photos for all projects, accompanied by full-size templates, you''ll be inspired to give this addictive craft a go, and create beautiful paper blooms, bugs and butterflies for all occasions.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION 04 TOOLS AND MATERIALS 06 BASIC TECHNIQUES 10 BLOOMS 16 Sunflower ..........................................18 Rose.................................................. 22 Simple Peony .................................26 Coral Charm Peony .......................30 Ranunculus ......................................34 Dahlia ...............................................38 Oriental Poppy ...............................42 Anemone .........................................46 Hydrangea .......................................50 King Protea ......................................54 Bouquet Ideas .................................58 BUGS AND BUTTERFLIES 60 Butterflies .........................................62 Bees ..................................................68 Beetles.............................................. 72 Io Moths ..........................................76 Atlas Moths .................................... 80 Dragonflies ......................................84 Display Ideas ...................................88 POTTED PLANTS 90 Daffodils and Irises ........................92 Orchids ............................................98 Delphiniums .................................. 102 Tulips ..............................................106 Foxgloves ........................................110 Succulents ...................................... 114 How to Pot Your Plants ................ 118 TEMPLATES 120 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 126 ABOUT THE AUTHOR 126 INDEX 127

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Book SynopsisNEW IN PAPERBACK 'Learning to Weave' is a four-shaft weaving course which makes learning to weave, with or without a teacher, easy and fun. The writing is friendly and straightforward; the illustrations and photographs are thorough and clear. All you need to know to weave with confidence is here: step-by-step warping (by three different methods), weaving technique, project planning, reading and designing drafts, the basics of most common weave structures, and lots of handy hints. Beginners will find this book an invaluable teacher; more seasoned weavers will find food for thought in the chapters on weave structures and drafting.

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive guide to painting landscapes in watercolour features the expert tuition of six renowned watercolour artists. It covers all aspects of painting, from materials and techniques through to planning a painting, sketching and perspective. Learn the techniques of wet into wet, spattering, dry brushing, lifting out and using salt to create texture and interest, and follow the step-by-step demonstrations to create realistic water, skies, reflections and buildings, as well as mood and atmosphere. With nine beautiful projects to try, and numerous examples of the authors' work to inspire you, this is the ideal introduction to landscape painting for artists of all abilities. This book includes material previously published in the highly successful Step-by-Step Leisure Arts series and the Watercolour Tips and Techniques series.Trade ReviewApr 14 This is another of Search Press’s bind-ups of previous material and I’m still not sure whether I’ve reviewed it before or not – or maybe in a slightly different guise. They’ve got very good at this latterly and, rather than obvious joins where one book ends and another begins, the whole thing is now seamless. The material may not be new, but it’s still sound and the reproduction is as fresh as it ever was, so this isn’t resurrecting a corpse but bringing excellent material to a potential new audience at a very affordable price. As well as some technical pieces on things like perspective and composition, demonstrations from popular authors cover trees, water, snow, buildings and so on (and on). If you have other books by these authors, you’d need to check for duplication but, equally, there’s so much here, you probably won’t be getting too much cross-over. If you only have a small library and are on a budget into the bargain, you could do a great deal worse than invest in this. * Artbookreview.net *July 14 This new compilation offers a comprehensive guide to painting landscapes in watercolour, showing the results achievable with very different painting styles. There is information on materials, colour mixing, techniques – including spattering and dry brush, sketching, composition, perspective and tone. Eleven step-by-step demonstrations put all this information into practice. * Leisure Painter, The *Table of ContentsMaterials Techniques Colour Tone Composition Planning a painting Sketching Perspective Snow scene step-by-step Trees Water Deep water step-by-step Lively water step-by-step Shallow water step-by-step Sea and sky Gower coast step-by-step Reflections in the sand step-by-step Buildings in the landscape step-by-step Oast houses step-by-step The fish market, Venice step-by-step Mood and atmosphere Frosty morning step-by-step Index

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Book SynopsisThe Michael Storrings Cityscape 1000 Piece Panoramic Puzzle from Galison features the charming landscape city illustration by bestselling artist Michael Storrings. Galison puzzles are packaged in matte-finish sturdy boxes, perfect for gifting, reuse, and storage.• Box: 14 x 5 x 2.75, 355 x 127 x 70mm• Puzzle: 39 x 13.93, 990 x 354mm• 1000 Pieces, Ribbon Cut• Includes Puzzle Insert with Puzzle Image• Minimal Puzzle Dust

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Book SynopsisA fresh new guide to palette knife painting for today's painting enthusiasts, featuring step-by-step tutorials for colour mixing, mark making, and a variety of painting techniques to create your own unique abstract, landscape, and floral paintings..

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Book SynopsisA complete course in Tunisian crochet, from beginner to advanced stitches, for right- and left-handed hookers, plus 20 beautiful patterns for accessories. Beautiful, colorful, lacy shawls, scarves, hats and more really bring out the possibilities of Tunisian. Photo tutorials are included for all Tunisian stitches.

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