Books
Beginner's Guide to Digital Painting in Procreate by
Learn how to paint on your iPad like the professionals in Beginner's Guide to Procreate, a comprehensive introduction to this industry-standard software. Accessible and versatile, Procreate is an ideal tool for anyone wanting to give digital painting a go. Step-by-step tutorials, quick tips, and inspiring artwork ensure you'll have all you need to create stunning concept art quickly and easily.
ISBN: 9781912843145
Geeky LEGO Crafts by
Indulge your love for LEGO® by making the challenging, quirky, and occasionally practical designs in Geeky LEGO Crafts. Follow the step-by-step instructions to build handy bookends, geeky coasters, a stylish wine rack, adorable pencil holders, and much more.
ISBN: 9781593277673Publication Date: 2016-09-16
Hand Lettering Step by Step by
A successful calligrapher and artist teaches you the skills of lettering beautifully--and gives projects to show them off! More than 20 projects include wedding invitations, temporary tattoos, address stamps, glass etching, and a custom family tree.
Call Number: NK3600 .G59 2018
How to Draw Everything by
A playful book by renowned illustrator and artist Gillian Johnson, How to Draw Everything encourages you to overcome your fear of the blank page and inspire your inner artist. The book is not about drawing realistically; it's about taking your line for a walk and seeing where you end up! Inside are exercises and easy projects prompting you to draw literally everything around you--from mugs and bugs to cars and stars. A wide variety of drawing projects will teach you how to drop your artistic inhibitions and sketch what you see using step-by-step techniques. Delightful full-color illustrations accompany each lesson to ensure your drawing journey is both educational and filled with plenty of whimsical fun.
ISBN: 9781250078230Publication Date: 2015-09-01
The LEGO Christmas Ornaments Book by
This Christmas, LEGO is moving from under the tree to on the tree! With The LEGO Christmas Ornaments Book as your guide, you ll make classic globe and barrel ornaments, all out of LEGO, as well as original gingerbread houses, a charming wreath, arcade cabinets, and many more. Packed with step-by-step instructions for 15 charming builds, The LEGO Christmas Ornaments Book is the perfect family activity this holiday season.
ISBN: 9781593277666
Martha Stewart's Handmade Holiday Crafts by
Join Martha Stewart for a celebration of handcrafted holidays all year-round! New Year's - Valentine's Day - Easter - Mother's Day - Father's Day - Fourth of July - Halloween - Thanksgiving - Hanukkah - Christmas. Includes 225 handmade projects.
Modern Holiday by
Dress up your home in something fresh for the holidays!
These quilts and holiday decorations from designer/blogger Amanda Murphy take Christmas in a bright new direction that updates the traditional reds and greens with blues, pinks, and whites. Modern Holiday features 18 festive projects, including 9 quilts and 9 home decorations: seasonal pillows, a tree skirt, advent calendar, Christmas stocking, and more.
Call Number: TT835 .M846 2013
Watercolor in Nature by
Capture the Natural World with Vibrant Works of Art Nature illustrator Rosalie Haizlett has hiked through countless forests with her sketchbook and watercolors, documenting the plants, animals and landscapes that she encounters. She has also taught tens of thousands of students to paint and appreciate nature's beauty through her popular online classes and in-person workshops. In this book, Rosalie provides step-by-step instruction on how to paint 20 realistic insects, fungi, birds, botanicals and mammals in her vibrant wet- on-dry watercolor style. Pick up the skills you need to become a better observer in the outdoors, take your own reference photos and paint a wide variety of subjects so that you can continue to draw inspiration from nature long after you finish the projects in this book. You'll also learn some fun nature facts along the way! Whether you're a total beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, Rosalie is here to walk you through every step of the process.
ISBN: 9781645674146
Celebrate!
Celebrate with a Cake by
Celebrate with a Cake Learn how to make 15 amazing celebration cakes with step-by-step instruction from Lindy Smith, author of the bestselling The Contemporary Cake Decorating Bible. From eye-catching stacked, tiered and column cakes, to romantic hearts and novelty ideas, Celebrate with a Cake has a cake design for every occasion!
Create Magical Moments by
So you want more joy and happiness in your life? This book shows one process for raising your happiness thermometer so that you experience more moments of joy. Sherrie and Priya take you on their journey of spreading magical moments boxes around the globe. Sprinkle your life with loving magic by sharing with your family, your friends, and your spiritual extended family. Create Magical Moments inspires others with a sense of hope and optimism that there are people who care deeply about them. This book reflects upon loving others as they are.
Just Sew Stories by
With handmade being the new hip, what better way to show your appreciation than with a gift lovingly made by you! Forget about crocheted doilies and granny jams: this craft book is for the modern maker who wants to put a bit of wow into their crafting kapow!
The Martha Manual by
Essential life skills from America's most trusted lifestyle expert--together in one beautiful and practical handbook, with hundreds of ideas, instructions, and inspirations Martha Stewart is America's go-to source for the best answers to nearly every question. As an authority on the many worlds upon which she's built her domestic empire, she can advise on everything from creating a cutting garden and setting the table to playing classic lawn games or building a campfire. Whether it's organizing, celebrating, cleaning, decorating, or any number of other life skills, these are the time-tested, Martha-approved strategies for frequent challenges and basic how-to knowledge that everyone should have at the ready. Also included are plenty of solutions for the not-so-common conundrums, such as how to transport a decorated cake, bathe a cat, or fold an American flag. With hundreds of expert tips and useful insights in an easy-to-follow format, this is the manual you need to learn how to do everything--the Martha way.
ISBN: 9781328927323
Martha Stewart's Organizing by
The ultimate guide to getting your life in order--with hundreds of practical and empowering ideas, projects, and tips--from America's most trusted lifestyle authority Trust Martha to help you master all things organizing--sorting, purging, tidying, and simplifying your life--with smart solutions and inspiration. Here, she offers her best guidance, methods, and DIY projects for organizing in and around your home. Topics include room-by-room strategies (how to sort office paperwork, when to purge the garage or attic), seasonal advice (when to swap out bedding and clothing, how to put away holiday decorations), and day-by-day or week-by-week plans for projects such as de-cluttering, house cleaning, creating a filing system, overhauling the closet, and more. Martha's indispensable expertise walks you through goal-setting, principles of organizing, useful supplies, and creating systems for ongoing success. A look into Martha's own personal calendars offers a template for scheduling essential tasks. Last, plenty of strategies, how-tos, timelines, and checklists will help you stay organized all year long.
ISBN: 9781328508256
Mexican Cartonería by
Mexico's love of celebration is well known, and cartonería, a kind of papier-mâché art, produces the objects that are essential to Mexican holidays and festivals, including Day of the Dead, Holy Week, and Christmas. Just about everyone knows what a piñata is, but few understand that it is part of an entire branch of traditional handcrafts. With more than 120 photos and bilingual English/Spanish text, here is the history of the craft, how it is woven through Mexican culture, and how the craft is growing and changing. Learn about the traditional objects made with the technique and their importance to Mexican culture. Look inside the studios of several artisans and consider not only the craft's strongholds in Mexico City and Celaya, Guanajuato, but also other areas in Mexico where it is expanding in creativity. A variety of artisans (more than 50 artists, museum directors, and other experts) help identify who the main drivers of this folk art are today, its relevance to modern Mexican culture, and where it is headed.
ISBN: 9780764358340
P. S. - You're Invited... by
Whether you're new to the do-it-yourself (DIY) scene, or an experienced artist, designer, or a style maven simply trying to find ways to make life more beautiful and fun.
Trophy Cupcakes and Parties! by
Seattle's favorite cupcake bakery, Trophy Cupcakes and Party, is adored for its mouthwatering cupcakes and charming party favors. It is also the go-to place for anyone looking to throw a phenomenal celebration, and now their recipes and party secrets are yours in this essential guide for every occasion--from luxe sorie like a sparkling engagement celebration, or an exotic Moroccan-themed bash, to crafty kids' parties, such as a bike parade and picnic, or a forest fairy tea party.
eBooks
Cool Needle Felting for Kids: a Fun and Creative Introduction to Fiber Art by
Learn about the basics of fiber arts while creating cool stuff. The Cool Needle Felting for Kids title teaches the first steps of how to needle felt. Activities will help kids use what they learned to make a fun bracelet, a tiny bowl, a cuddly penguin and more. Custom how-to photos and easy step-by-step instructions make crafting a blast. Don't wait to get cool crafting! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
ISBN: 9781629683850
Craft Lab for Kids by
Through 52 fun, customisable crafts activities, Craft Lab for Kids promotes creativity and hands-on making for kids age 8 and up.
Digital Creativity by
Examining the role and impact of technology on creative practice, and how technology evolution determines the forms and format of an artist's work, this book contextualizes technological revolutions with earlier encounters between craft and innovation, endorsing a notion of craft practice within computing that needs rescuing from tech industries.
ISBN: 9781137486400Publication Date: 2015-06-03
Foundations in Polymer Clay Design by
Create Art with Polymer ClayWhether you are a student, teacher, crafter, or have an interest in art principles, you will discover new ways to unleash your creativity while creating with polymer clay. After a brief introduction to this versatile medium, the author presents the elements and principles of design, from color and value to emphasis and unity, which apply to all media. You will explore the concepts and complete exercises - which include step-by-step instructions and illustrations - aimed at stimulating and improving your design quality and creations.This indispensable guide includes:More than 20 creative and functional projectsArtwork by celebrated artists from around the worldHundreds of lavish full-color photosComprehensive. Modern. Fundamental. An essential resource.
ISBN: 9781440221866
Get into Knitting by
Knitting projects are more than just scarves and hats! Creative readers will "get into" knitting with this title, which offers a clear and easy-to-follow look at knitting techniques, opening readers' eyes to the fun possibilities of extreme knitting projects! A comprehensive guide to knitting basics and trouble-shooting will allow any reader to let their creativity shine in knitting!
ISBN: 9780778726470
Get into Mixed Media by
If you like the idea of combining materials such as fabric, paint, ink and google eyes on a canvas, then mixed media is the art form for you! This awesome book guides young artists in creating works in mixed media, a visual art form in which artists can combine different types of techniques and media, or materials. Creative ideas and endless possibilities will allow readers to create projects that showcase their individuality. Clear photographs and step-by-step techniques guide readers along the way.
ISBN: 9780778734062Publication Date: 2017-02-28
Paper and Ink Workshop by
Go behind the scenes in the creation of incredible pieces of design and art with Paper and Ink Workshop. This book discusses silkscreen, letterpress, and woodblock printing, and explains the techniques needed to produce the final prints. You will not only be amazed and inspired, but also able to quickly take the knowledge learned and apply it to your own work and projects. Get empowered with a new set of tools to help you tackle your client's projects, or find the inspiration to finally start your own business. Either way, you will be forever indebted to this book for providing the spark to move you forward.
Plaster Studio by
Return to the origin of the earth and discover a new way of playing in the mud.Raw, friendly and easily altered, plaster is perhaps the most versatile art medium you have yet to encounter. Beautiful in its luminosity, yet open to receiving a multitude of alterations, plaster will easily agree to being painted, carved, cast and sculpted. Stephanie Lee and Judy Wise will walk you through 24 step-by-step projects and willintroduce you to a variety of plaster forms. The techniques you'll be introduced to will inspire you to go on and develop your own creations.Inside Plaster Studio you will discover how to:- Apply image transfers to a plaster surface- Make plaster projects glow with the additionof encaustic medium- Create book pages and covers from plaster- Add depth with plaster and stencils- Cast objects from plaster that are easy to add to other works of art- Bring three-dimensional intrigue to projects using wire armature with plaster gauze- Take your work to the next level withthe help of inspiring gallery works fromthe authors and talented contributingartistsMix up your first batch of plaster today and see what Plaster Studio will inspire yourimagination to carve out!
ISBN: 9781440319341
Super Simple Mexican Art by
Kids love to be creative! Why not have them learn about Mexican culture at the same time? This book features fun and unique Mexican crafts that have been adapted in an easy, step-by-step activity format with pictures for a young crafter. There is an engaging project that everyone can enjoy creating, from an Aztec sun to a Cinco de Mayo poncho. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
ISBN: 9781617832130
