Transform simple balls and coils of modeling clay into an awesome alligator, laughing lizard, magic trinket box, and other sculptures, signs, and ornaments! These full-color illustrations and clear directions explain basic techniques as well as every step of the crafting process for 24 projects, … [Read more...] about Clay Play! Jewelry Book with Over 40 Awesome Projects
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Bookies Bookmarks to Crochet Book by Jonas Matthies
Crochet your own bookmarks—but not just any bookmarks! These fun and unusual animal characters are Bookies, and they'll not only help you keep your place while reading but will also attract admiring attention. And you can proudly say that you made them yourself! * Complimentary book received for … [Read more...] about Bookies Bookmarks to Crochet Book by Jonas Matthies
Clay Play! 24 Whimsical Projects Book by Terry Taylor
Transform simple balls and coils of polymer clay into fabulous wearable art! Just follow these full-color, step-by-step photos and clear directions to create more than 40 whimsical jewelry projects plus 10 types of beads. Playful possibilities include tempting food charms (cupcake, burger, and other … [Read more...] about Clay Play! 24 Whimsical Projects Book by Terry Taylor
Learn Calligraphic Basics and More with Creative Lettering and Beyond: Timeless Calligraphy
In any art form, understanding its essential elements can free you to explore your own creativity, and the art of calligraphy is no exception. To that end, a new book is here to help you learn those important fundamentals in a fun and interactive way, Creative Lettering and Beyond: Timeless … [Read more...] about Learn Calligraphic Basics and More with Creative Lettering and Beyond: Timeless Calligraphy
Knitted Toys 20 Cute and Colorful Projects Book
How many of you knit or crochet? I've been doing both for decades. Back in the 1960's and 1970's it was necessary for young girls to learn the trade. It was how we made our own hats, scarves, mittens, gloves, shawls, poncho's, etc. If you were a mother you knitted or crochet'ed your child's afghan, … [Read more...] about Knitted Toys 20 Cute and Colorful Projects Book
Cats in Origami Book by Nick Robinson
In the origami world, cats were traditionally under-represented, and the few existing models were rather flat and lifeless. But thanks to modern folding techniques, it's possible to recapture the true charm of our feline companions. This book for origamists of all skill levels offers 20 original … [Read more...] about Cats in Origami Book by Nick Robinson
Learn to Paint Colorful Designs on Rocks & Stones with The Little Book of Rock Painting
Filled with creative exercises, art prompts, templates, and step-by-step projects, The Little Book of Rock Painting encourages interactivity for immediate results, while teaching beginners the fundamentals of the medium in an engaging and fun way. * Complimentary book received for review. This post … [Read more...] about Learn to Paint Colorful Designs on Rocks & Stones with The Little Book of Rock Painting
Celebrate the Ever-Changing Night Sky with Celestial Watercolor
I have always loved the night sky and its changing constellations, the Milky Way, auroras, shooting stars, planets, and moon phases. I also love watercolor paintings, and several are hanging in my home, although I have not yet taken up a brush myself. If anything can move me to become a … [Read more...] about Celebrate the Ever-Changing Night Sky with Celestial Watercolor