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Aimed at keen woodworkers of all levels, this book features 25 designs to suit all tastes - from traditional hinged jewellery-box designs to boxes with more elaborate and sophisticated opening mechanisms such as a quatrefoil box. Woodworkers will be spoilt for choice. Many of the projects include helpful hints and tips to ensure a perfect result and all projects include step-by-step instructions, along with either clear diagrams or easy-to-follow step-by-step photography. Plans are also provided where necessary.

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If you want to find your inner artist, this book will show you the way. Covering drawing, watercolours, oils, colour-pencil drawing, charcoal and acrylics this compendium of art skills is perfect for the beginner who wants to explore the different media available. In this collection of techniques and tutorials, all aimed at the novice artist, the reader can get to grips with the many different avenues of expression available. From the relaxing and enjoyable pastime of drawing, to the versatile, vibrant medium of oil painting, each discipline is clearly explained through a series of tutorials that build in complexity. In addition to the tutorials, there is advice on tools, materials and techniques, plus plenty of tips throughout. SELLING POINTS: . A compendium of art skills, perfect for the beginner who wants to explore different media . Easy-to-follow tutorials covering drawing, watercolours, oils, colour-pencil drawing, charcoal and acrylics . Comprehensive tools, materials and techniques section 700 photographs

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Handmade bags are a great way to accessorise and express your individual style. They also make unique gifts for family and friends. This fantastic collection of bags features a range of styles and designs, showing you how to create 20 affordable, designer quality bags from the comfort of your own home. With a helpful techniques section and clear step-by step instructions, even a novice can create a stunning, bespoke bag in next to no time at all. From small evening bags to functional everyday handbags and capacious carriers, there's a bag to suit every outfit and occasion. Projects include: evening bag, clutch bag, messenger bag, carpet bag, retro handbag, knot bag, duffel bag, festival bag, backpack, tote, beach bag, shopper, inflight bag, and more.

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Decoupage (from the French, decoupe, meaning to cut out) entails gluing cut-out pictures to an object and covering with varnish. It's a fun and easy way to decorate just about anything, from small household items to large pieces of furniture. Find out just how simple it is to personalize your favorite things with these twelve gorgeous projects, suitable for beginners and also as a source of inspiration for those who have already got some experience with this lovely craft.

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Join the latest craze - creating fantastic fashion accessories using paracord rope! This exciting book contains step by step instructions with accompanying photographs for creating over 30 different projects. The basic techniques on how to create a braiding board are explained in detail as well as adjusting length for items such as bracelets. There are designs that will appeal to boys and girls, as well as your favourite pet! Projects include: Cobra bracelet, Spiral keyring, Shark jawbonedog collar, Dragonlfy clips, Globe knot necklace.

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The Christmas Jumper Colouring book is a new and exciting, festive jumper-themed colouring book. Available in time for the start of the Christmas season, the gorgeous images of jumpers to colour in will offer the keen artist a unique take on the colouring-in craze. Packed with a wide variety of jumper designs - from simple winter patterns to complex festive scenes - there are designs to suit every mood and situation. The Christmas Jumper Colouring book is a smaller, handy size making it the ideal gift.

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Outdoor Woodworkings an impressive new title containing a collection of projects, all ideal for the garden, patio or deck. There are some projects ideal for those just starting out in woodworking and others that will challenge even the experienced woodworker. All of the projects include clear guidance on how best to approach the construction of each piece. There are also a number of projects which include helpful hints and tips to achieving perfect results. All of the projects either include clear step-by-step photography or detailed diagrams and some projects include plans where necessary. Projects include: bird table, dibber, bat box, picnic bench, garden gate, dovecote and mini wheelbarrow.

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Learn how to make lovely leather projects with a professional finish. This exciting new book features fabulous handcrafted items for your wardrobe and your home. Most of the projects are suitable for those new to leatherwork, and those who have some experience of the craft will be inspired by the exclusive designs. Projects include: Log and kindling basket, storage baskets, key fobs, pencil cases, writing set, booklets, necklace, scarf belts, tote bag, purse and wallet, and more.

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Weekend Woodworking is packed with a fantastic range of over 30 projects, all achievable within a weekend. Ideal for keen woodworkers with a wide range of abilities, there are projects which will suit those just starting out in woodworking as well as those with many years of experience in the workshop. Each project includes clear guidance on how to approach the making of each item as well as helpful tips. Projects include: Chopping board, Footstool, Kitchen Bench, Cutlery tray, Outdoor planters and Desk Tidy.

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Great Lives in Graphics: Mozart is a graphic retelling of Mozart's story which gives children a colorful snapshot of his life and the world he grew up in, while educating them on everything from the history of music to the Age of Enlightenment. You may already know that Mozart was a child prodigy, but did you know that he had a pet starling? Or that his letters are full of rhyming poo jokes? Great Lives in Graphics reimagines the lives of extraordinary people in vivid technicolor, presenting 250+ fascinating facts in a new and exciting way. It takes the essential dates and achievements of each person's life, mixes them with lesser-known facts and trivia, and uses infographics to show them in a fresh visual way that is genuinely engaging for children and young adults. The result is a colorful, fascinating and often surprising representation of that person's life, work and legacy. Using timelines, maps, repeated motifs and many more beautiful and informative illustrations, readers learn not just about the main subject of the book but also about the cultural background of the time they lived in.

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The Great Lives in Graphics series is a new way of looking at the lives of famous and influential people. It takes the essential dates and achievements of each person's life, mixes them with lesser-known facts and trivia, and uses infographics to show them in a fresh visual way that is genuinely engaging for children and young adults. The result is a colourful, fascinating and often surprising representation of that person's life, work and legacy. Using timelines, maps, repeated motifs and many more beautiful and informative illustrations, readers learn not just about the main subject of the book but also about the cultural background of the time they lived in. You may already know that Nikola Tesla was an electrical engineer, but did you know that he was born during a lightning storm? Or that he had a phobia of pearls? This graphic retelling of Nikola's story gives children a colourful snapshot of his life and the world he grew up in, while educating them on everything from alternating current to the power of the imagination. AGES: 8 to 12

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The Great Lives in Graphics series is a new way of looking at the lives of famous and influential people. It takes the essential dates and achievements of each person's life, mixes them with lesser-known facts and trivia, and uses infographics to show them in a fresh visual way that is genuinely engaging for children and young adults. The result is a colourful, fascinating and often surprising representation of that person's life, work and legacy. Using timelines, maps, repeated motifs and many more beautiful and informative illustrations, readers learn not just about the main subject of the book but also about the cultural background of the time they lived in. You may already know that Jane Austen was a writer, but did you know she was one of eight children? Or that she brewed her own beer? This graphic retelling of Jane's story gives children a colourful snapshot of her life and the world she grew up in, while educating them on everything from Regency culture to the wonders of storytelling. AGES: 8 to 12

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Relax into the creative world of colouring. Containing a beautiful and diverse collection of illustrations, this fantastic book will allow the artist within you to shine! This edition contains a selection of over 100 designs for you to complete in your chosen colour scheme. You can make your finished artworks as simple or as complex as you like - whichever you choose, you'll be astounded by the results. Welcome to the wonderful world of Zen Colouring!

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These clever little projects are a great way for you to use up leftover yarn while making a range of useful and attractive items for the home or stunning handmade gifts. With clear, step-by-step instructions and gorgeous color photographs throughout, the twelve imaginative projects are suitable for beginners and experienced crocheters alike. There is also an illustrated techniques section to help beginners learn all the necessary skills. All projects are small and portable, making them perfect for crocheting when you're on the move. Projects include: Brooch, belts, hanging bags, spring garland, snowflakes, Easter eggs, coat hangers, necklace, votive covers, granny square purses.

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