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Arne & Carlos are back – with 65 brand-new festive decorations to knit, inspired by the magic of a Norwegian winter! Best-selling and globally beloved knitters Arne & Carlos have created 65 charming new knitted designs so that you can bring a touch of a Scandinavian winter into your own home this festive season. Each of the seasonal balls is adorned with stylish, colorful motifs to make your tree sparkle with festive cheer. 65 New Christmas Balls to Knit features: Advice on selecting tools and materials, including yarns, fillings and additional sparkly embellishments Photographic step-by-step advice on all the key techniques required, including casting on, increasing, decreasing, working stranded colourwork and making a hanging loop The basic pattern to get you started, which is the basis of all 65 knitted balls Themed collections for the 65 decorations, such as Let It Snow, featuring fir trees and snowflakes; Flora and Fauna, including holly and reindeer; and Traditional, which harks back to ski jumper design motifs and red, white and green colorways. Each of the patterns is explained by a chart; there are no complicated instructions to follow; so once you’ve mastered the basic pattern you can create any of the designs simply and easily 7 delicious Christmas cookie recipes inspired by the designs, for a true taste of a Scandinavian Christmas. Enjoy the festive magic, God Jul*, and happy knitting!

Voyagez à travers les saisons au fil de 12 superbes peintures botaniques à l'aquarelle, dont vous pourrez admirer la réalisation étape par étape. Passionnée de botanique et artiste chevronnée, Sandrine Maugy partage son savoir-faire et son talent à représenter d'exquis fruits et fleurs à l'aquarelle. Délicates jonquilles du printemps, pimpants pois d'été, multicolores feuilles d'automne ou éclatantes baies de houx en hiver : découvrez 12 pas-à-pas qui vous guideront dans l'exécution d'oeuvres spectaculaires. Chaque chapitre s'articule autour d'une saison et aborde la peinture de trois sujets, chacun pour un niveau différent, débutant, intermédiaire et expert.L'autrice explique les techniques d'aquarelle qu'elle emploie pour capturer la douceur d'un pétale ou la structure complexe d'une plante. Dans une démarche durable, elle explore également les possibilités d'utiliser des outils et des matériaux responsables et naturels.

Create over 50 adorable kawaii characters in 10 simple steps! If you love the Kawaii style but don't know where to start, this is the book for you! Get past that blank page by turning simple shapes into cute drawings in this popular style in just 10 easy steps! Create over 50 different characters from a cuddly penguin to a cheeky bubble tea, or a princess to a unicorn, by following the instructions inside. It even includes handy color palettes for getting the right shades in your drawing. Packed with handy hints and prompts, learning to draw has never been so simple!

Featuring 600+ sketches depicting a vast array of human expressions, movements, and more, Draw Like an Artist: 100 Faces and Figures is a must-have visual reference book for student artists, illustrators, cartoonists, urban sketchers, and anyone seeking to improve their realistic drawing skills. Designed as a contemporary, step-by-stepguidebook for artists who are learning to draw the human form, Draw Like An Artist: 100 Faces and Figures features an inclusive array of faces, figures, and poses, all shown from a variety of perspectives. Each set of illustrations takes you from beginning sketch lines to a finished drawing. Author Chris Legaspi is a leading figure illustrator and popular workshop instructor whose clear and elegant drawing style will make this a go-to sourcebook for years to come. The books in the Draw Like an Artist series are richly visual references for learning how to draw classic subjects realistically through hundreds of step-by-step images created by expert artists and illustrators.

Create beautiful lettering projects, quotes, birthday cards, and more once you’ve learned the basics of hand lettering from artist Sarah Ensign. Have you always wanted to learn the secrets to create stunning letter art? Now you can! This book takes you through different hand lettering styles such as faux calligraphy, brush pen lettering, and creating basic font styles such as monoline, elegant, and brush pen scripts. Sarah Ensign, author and influencer shares this fascinating craft with you through pages of colorful examples and worksheets that allow you to practice what you’ve learned. She also shares practical tips on supplies such as pen and paper, creating beautiful fonts, and master tricky connections, and planning layouts for quotes. Simple Techniques and Endless Possibilities In this colorful, hardcover book, you’ll find hands-on lettering worksheets and step-by-step guides that will quickly build your confidence. Explore your creativity with this fun, creative craft. Hand lettering for Beginners has a fun, non-intimidating approach to guiding readers through hand lettering techniques and possibilities. This book will start a fascinating hobby that will allow you to grow your hand lettering skills and create your own unique projects.

This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet. The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet, 2nd Edition provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, intermeshing, broomstick lace, hairpin lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Now with: All new projects 20 new stitch patterns Expanded basics

Say goodbye to creative block with 300 Things to Draw, a guided sketchbook designed to add bursts of creative time throughout your day. Whether you’re a doodler, a budding artist, or a creatively blocked pro, let the 300 diverse prompts—from everyday objects to original concepts—set your imagination racing. With so many prompts, you can turn your drawing into a daily practice that may even become a lifelong habit. With a combination of full-page, half-page, and quarter-page prompts, this carry-along sketchbook includes lots of space to draw, allowing your artwork to shine and the prompt text to recede into the background—making it the perfect keepsake. The layflat format enables you to focus on creating your art. Try your hand at drawing: A spring day in the garden A campfire scene The front door of a house A weeping willow tree Fireworks An actor on stage A pair of glasses Open your mind, start drawing, and enjoy a sense of accomplishment. Also in this Series:3,001 Questions All About Me, 3,001 Would You Rather Questions, 3,001 This or That Questions, 301 Writing Ideas, Anti-Anxiety Journal, Complete the Drawing, Create a Poem, Create a Story, Create Comics: A Sketchbook, Design & Destroy, Forever Friends, Gratitude Journal, Inner Me, Inspired by Prayer, Internet Password Book, Mom & Me, My Family Story, My Father’s Life, My Grandfather’s Life, My Grandmother’s Life, My Life Story, My Mother’s Life, Our Love Story, Sermon Notes, Sketch - Large Black, Sketch - Large Kraft, Sketch - Medium Black, Sketch - Medium Kraft, This is Me, Write - Medium Black, Write - Medium Black

Dive into the Hidden Oceans Coloring Book, a mesmerizing journey through intricate underwater scenes by best-selling author Rita Berman. Explore the fascinating underwater world, where every page brings you face-to-face with a diverse array of marine life. This book offers: Over 50 elaborate illustrations to color: Each page features beautifully detailed underwater scenes with your favorite sea creatures, such as various fish, seals, squid, octopus, sea urchins, shells, turtles, sea horses, and sea anemones. Two-page spreads: Experience the grandeur of the ocean with large-format scenes that allow for immersive coloring. High-quality, bleed-resistant paper: Perfect for a variety of coloring tools from colored pencils to gel pens, ensuring your artwork remains crisp and vibrant. The Hidden Oceans Coloring Book is more than just a coloring book—it’s a tranquil escape into a beautifully crafted underwater world. With its rich detail, high-quality paper, and stunning illustrations, this book offers an unmatched coloring experience that will leave you inspired and relaxed. Whether as a gift or for your own creative journey, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Also available from the Rita Berman Hidden Wonders Book series:Hidden Seasons Coloring Book and Hidden Earth Coloring Book

Crochet your own adorable book jackets! This fun kit includes instructions for 10 projects and materials to create a colorful envelope-style book cover. A favorite in crochet, granny squares are irresistible and great for crafters of all skill levels. With the Granny Square Book Covers Kit, learn how to turn a variety of granny square designs into sweet book covers. You’ll find 10 cute patterns for stylish on-the-go protection for your current read, plus all the tools and supplies you’ll need to make one project. Start with a few basic crochet techniques, learn granny square essentials and how to adjust for different book sizes, then start making your own covers. Choose from various styles, including book jackets, envelopes, sleeves, button flap, and more. The kit includes: A 48-page guidebook with detail color images Yarn A crochet hook A yarn needle The Granny Square Book Covers Kit makes a great gift for both book and craft lovers—or a special treat for yourself!

Celebrate the seasons through contemporary embroidery motifs for a year of stitching. Give each month more beauty by stitching embroidery motifs with unique seasonal designs. Follow the course of a year—from snow flowers and skiing bears in January to lily of the valley in May, a collection of seed pods in October, trumpeting angels in December, and much more—to enliven your embroidery with a seasonal flair. Through thirty-eight patterns, designer Yumiko Higuchi offers organic yet modern designs with colorful and detailed imagery and a sweet and lively feel. Stitch projects to display as art or transform your work into small projects you can use. With beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, and detailed diagrams, A Year of Embroidery offers dynamic and unique designs that will inspire embroiderers of all skill levels.

Whittle a beautiful spoon, comb, pair of dice, and more with this fresh introduction to a folksy craft. Carve modernizes a mindful hobby that people have turned to for generations to help them slow down, relax, and connect with the outdoors. Choose from a dozen projects with bespoke details, all are designed to be useful at home or while camping. And because these objects are small, they require only a few hours and a tool or two to complete. You'll also learn how to choose the right knife and wood, helpful information on techniques and safety, and tips for refining, personalizing and maintaining your piece. Whether you're headed to the woods or just to the porch, this pocket-sized guide will have you carving your own unique designs in no time.

A creative's guide to color: ?how to observe it in your surroundings, combine it into unique palettes, and apply it fearlessly in art, craft, and design.Artist Ana Bianchi is on a mission to help people use color confidently in any creative practice. This playful and highly visual book invites you to refresh your relationship to color by observing the world around you. Each chapter takes a deep dive into a different color scheme—from monochromes to the famous "pop of color"—and helps readers find inspiration in art history, travel, household objects, and more. Hands-on projects feature a wide variety of media and applications, from painting a still life to making a gallery wall in your home. Quotes, stories, vibrant visual examples, and insightful guidance provide an accessible master class in becoming color curious and creating the consistent and rewarding habit of observing, analyzing, and creating with color. This book is perfect for art students seeking to establish their personal voice, creative types hoping to integrate more color into their lives, and professional artists eager for a new perspective.INTUITIVE APPROACH: Ana Bianchi eschews technical color theory and embraces an intuitive and playful approach instead. Whether you're an aspiring artist or a professional, whether you want to apply color in your paintings or your wardrobe, you'll find approachable and useful ideas in this book. RAINBOW EYE CANDY: The colorful photos and artwork are instructive and a delight for the eyes. Bianchi's signature images show flowers from her garden and everyday objects from her home arranged by color, highlighting the multitude of inspirations to be found in your surroundings and applied in your art. FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON COLOR: From the unique hues of vintage objects and faded flowers to the particular joy of kaleidoscopic, childlike palettes, the color explorations in this book will help you see the world with new eyes and approach your creative projects with refreshed energy.Perfect for: Professional and aspiring artists in all media Art students and enthusiasts Designers, home decorators, floral designers, and crafters Anyone who eagerly awaits Pantone’s Color of the Year announcement Readers of color exploration books like The Secret Lives of Color and Color: a Natural History of the Palette Fans of inspirational creativity books like Find Your Artistic Voice and The Artist’s Way

Transform 10 rooms into colorful spaces with this adorable, super-cute sticker activity book for fans of cozy coloring and kawaii stickers. Create your very own cute bedrooms, fire-lit family rooms, and toasty kitchens with over 200 stickers in this delightful and soothing sticker activity book. In Cute and Cozy Sticker Rooms Happy Homes, you can be the interior decorator for your own comfy space. Choose any sticker you like to design and decorate a bathroom fit for a luxurious bubble bath; a charming attic space with a reading nook; a greenhouse full of soothing plants and sweet-smelling flowers; and more! This 9 x 9-inch book includes: 10 interior full-color scenes to be transformed 5 sheets of 200 stickers The Cute and Cozy Sticker Rooms series is more than just cute stickers—it's your space to both create and channel calm.

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING SERIES, now in English! More than 2.3 million copies sold in 23 languages! Big School of Drawing Animals is your complete guide to the art of drawing animals with accuracy, creativity, and fun. Whether you are a complete beginner or an artist with some experience looking to refine your skills, this 192-page book covers all the essentials you need to create both realistic and imaginative animal art, from basic drawing techniques to advanced concepts. Through step-by-step tutorials, explore popular animal subjects, such as cats, dogs, horses, and a variety of wildlife, learning techniques for each animal’s unique anatomy and characteristics. Additional instructions on colored pencil techniques, light, shadow, and perspective provide a foundation for success. Designed to inspire and inform, this guide helps you capture the beauty and personality of animals on paper. Inside, you will find: Step-by-step instructions for drawing animals, covering popular pets like cats and dogs, as well as wild animals. Core art fundamentals, including perspective, light, and shadow, essential for creating dynamic and realistic animal drawings. Colored pencil techniques, providing guidance on adding depth and texture to bring animal illustrations to life. With helpful tips and easy-to-follow, step-by-step lessons, Big School of Drawing is the perfect series for beginning artists ready to grab a pencil and get started drawing. With practice, you’ll soon be able to create your own realistic pencil drawings. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.

With Drawing: Landscapes, learn to render a variety of beautiful landscape subjects in graphite pencil. William F. Powell invites you into his artistic world to explore a number of basic drawing techniques and shows how to develop a drawing to its fullest through a series of step-by-step demonstrations. In this 10.25 × 13.75–inch book, Powell explains a number of drawing techniques and special effects and gives tips on how to design a well-balanced composition. Landscapes provides you with the necessary knowledge to create your own landscape drawings from preliminary sketch to the completed work. Discover different methods of shading, ways of manipulating drawing tools to produce specific textures, and a wealth of beautiful landscapes to both copy and admire, includes scenes from American national parks. Also included are simple techniques for developing common landscape elements—such as trees, clouds, rocks, and water—and how to apply a variety of methods to convey a sense of realism. Then, with a little practice, you will be able to apply your newfound skills and draw your own beautiful landscape masterpieces! Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers easy-to-follow guides that introduce artists to basic tools and materials and include simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. Drawing: Landscapes allows artists to develop drawing skills by demonstrating how to start with basic shapes and use pencil and shading techniques to create varied textures, values, and details for a realistic, completed landscape drawing.

Crochet your way to a brighter day as you create these supercute amigurumi characters, each holding a sign inscribed with a cheerful affirmation. Amigurumi Affirmations offers the perfect way to combine your love of crochet with a touch of positivity and mindfulness. Created by Lee Sartori (@cococrochetlee), this delightful collection features kawaii-style crochet projects that are both easy to create and filled with joy. Each project includes uplifting affirmations, so you’re not only creating adorable miniatures like smiling donuts, happy plants, and cheerful animals but also nurturing your emotional well-being with every stitch. Inside you’ll find: 30 adorable amigurumi patterns: Featuring everything from tiny food items to lovable animals and playful plants, each with its own positive affirmation. Beginner-friendly instructions: Detailed, step-by-step guidance for crocheters of all levels, making it easy to start stitching joy into every project. Customizable and giftable ideas: Customize the signs to make heartfelt gifts that will bring a smile to anyone’s face. Printed and downloadable signs: Pair your amigurumi with these encouraging notes of humor, kindness, love, and positivity. With Amigurumi Affirmations, you’ll be able to craft little reminders of happiness and positivity, adding a touch of charm and mindful moments to your day. Perfect for self-care, gifting, or simply spreading joy, this book brings together creativity and emotional wellness in the most adorable way.

From extracting clay to exporting your work, this is a practical guide to producing unique ceramic pieces with minimal environmental impact. Being a green potter is not an easy feat. Historically, a lot more attention is given to the finished pieces coming out of the kiln rather than to the damages made throughout the designing and making processes. However, as we progress into the twenty first century, and our awareness of our impact on the environment increases, caring for our planet in the studio has never been more important. In this book, Kevin Millward explores how potters and ceramicists can be more responsible in sourcing and using the planet's finite resources. With tips for the whole making process such as firing, choosing fuels, extracting clays and raw materials, reclaiming water and glazes, disposing of ceramic materials, packing and shipping, this is a comprehensive guide to producing extraordinary pieces. By accepting and embracing a green approach in ceramic processes, we are setting out an example for future generations and paving the way for a more creative and respectful industry.

An inspirational, instructional, and visually stimulating guide to sketching and drawing. Dare to Sketch is filled with practical tips about which materials to use, a variety of subject matter ranging from easy to more challenging, and wisdom about overcoming creative blocks and fear of making mistakes. A whimsical beginner's guide to sketching, covering all of the important basics: what kind of notebook to buy, what drawing materials to use, ideas for subject matter, and daily exercises. Includes inviting, inspirational, and idiosyncratic tips (don't start on the first page of your sketchbook!), Dare to Sketch is gorgeously illustrated with the author's unique and contemporary art style.

The illustrator Andrew Loomis (1892-1959) is revered among artists - including comics superstar Alex Ross - for his mastery of figure drawing and clean, Realist style. His hugely influential series of art instruction books have never been bettered, and Figure Drawing is the first in Titan's programme of facsimile editions, returning these classic titles to print for the first time in decades.

Learn to draw tons of cute and quirky stuff with the 100+ step-by-step drawing projects in 101 Super Cute Things to Draw. Specifically geared toward beginning and aspiring artists of all ages, 101 Super Cute Things to Draw features: More than 100 easy-to-follow drawing projects that help you quickly learn to create super cute illustrations in a super simple way. Adorable animals, darling little foods, enchanting everyday objects, and nifty natural wonders, all designed for maximum delight. Basic art instruction, including information about tools and materials, combining colors, and creating patterns that sets you up for success so you can enjoy the creative process of drawing. 101 Super Cute Things to Draw is perfect for beginners, as well as young artists, with its simple illustrations and easy-to-follow drawing steps. For those who want to learn how to draw everything adorable and amusing, this book is for you! With this book, you’ll learn to draw: Everyday objects, including a teapot, balloons, and a terrarium Food, including a cinnamon bun, a sushi roll, and strawberries Nature, including a mushroom, a tiny forest, and a rainbow and cloud Animals, including a red panda, a sloth, and a cow Mythical creatures, including a yeti, a dragon, and a jackalope So grab your pencils, some paper, and a copy 101 Super Cute Things to Draw to create plenty of giggle-worthy drawings! Bursting with humor and imagination, books in the 101 Things to Draw series will put a smile on your face with original mash-ups, step-by-step drawing instructions, doodling exercises, and mindfulness activities.

The ultimate guide to creative bracelet making: over 100 stunning designs to create and customize, from kumihimo-style to cuffs! Create unique jewelry pieces that reflect your style and personality, or make personalized gifts for your loved ones. With a completely visual materials, tools and techniques section, this comprehensive book is the ultimate guide to getting started with bracelet-making. Pick and choose from 40 different techniques, including Shamballa, beaded and wrap bracelets, then dive into the 100 projects with confidence. Learn about the fundamental tools and materials you'll need to get started, from looms and pliers to threads, beads, and charms. Master a diverse range of techniques, including knotting, weaving, beading and macramé, through clear, concise visual instructions. Create 100 different bracelet designs, from the vibrant colours and intricate geometric patterns of Brazilian bracelets to the elegance and timelessness of ribbon-wrapped chain bracelets, all the way through to statement cuffs to give any outfit a touch of style. This is a translation of the French title by popular craft authors Anne Sohier-Fournel, Agnes Delage-Calvet and Françoise Vauzeilles.

1,500 Color Mixing Recipes for Oil, Acrylic & Watercolor is the definitive color-mixing resource for oil, acrylic, and watercolor artists. This user-friendly compendium is color coded for quick-and-easy reference and includes two removable color-mixing grids—one for oil or acrylic, and one for watercolor. Follow these four simple steps to mix more than 1,500 color combinations: Look in the Color Index for the subject you want to paint—for example, "Broccoli." Find the Color Recipe with the subject's recipe number ("81") and a photo of the actual paint mixture. Use the Color Mixing Grid to measure each paint color. Mix the color. It's that easy! You’ll also learn about color theory, mixing values, complementary colors, graying color naturally, mixing portrait colors, rendering skies and clouds, and more. Also available from Walter Foster's best-selling Color Mixing Recipes series: Color Mixing Recipes for Oil & Acrylic, Color Mixing Recipes for Watercolor, Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits, and Color Mixing Recipes for Landscapes.

THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER A sensational compilation of the most striking images taken from the Morphia series has been gathered together in a celebration of Kerby Rosanes's talent. Colormorphia is a selection of Kerby Rosanes's most remarkable artwork, featuring a stunning, full-color sixteen-page section at the beginning of the book that displays some of the most accomplished completed artworks produced by Kerby's fans. These demonstrate the range of approaches colorists can experiment with when coloring. Kerby comments on the styles and the results, describing why they work so well. The artwork displayed in the color section are included in the black-and-white section of the book, too, giving the reader the opportunity to duplicate the approach should they wish. In addition, there are a variety of images to color featuring the very best from Kerby's Morphia portfolio. These include show-stopping spreads, such as the tiger from Animorphia and the camel from Imagimorphia, among others.

Transform your wardrobe and elevate your style sustainably—no experience needed! Learn step by step how to personalize clothes and accessories with beautiful, beginner-friendly designs. Easy Embroidery Embellishment is the ultimate guide for transforming your wardrobe with simple, stylish embroidery stitches. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your skills, this book by renowned embroidery artist Jenny Billingham (@flynn_and_mabel) will teach you how to upcycle clothing and accessories with beautiful, personalized designs. The book is thoughtfully organized to guide you every step of the way, from the basics of embroidery to more intricate designs. It starts with a comprehensive stitch guide, introducing essential techniques like the backstitch, satin stitch, French knots, and more. From there, you’ll move on to a collection of more than 30 embroidery projects, each with step-by-step photos and instructions to ensure success. Embroidery Basics: Learn the foundational stitches and techniques to get started, even if you’ve never picked up a needle. Floral and Nature-Inspired Designs: Bring jeans, jackets, and tote bags to life with delicate flowers, leaves, and whimsical motifs. Customizing Accessories: Add flowers to a hat, monograms to your favorite hoodie, or a playful pattern to your sneakers. Upcycling & Mending Ideas: Revamp your old clothes with eco-friendly embroidery projects, reducing waste while staying fashionable. Bonus Mini Motifs: Get creative with a collection of charming mini motifs that can be used anywhere and everywhere for one-of-a-kind style. Jenny’s expertise, backed by her huge Instagram following, ensures that every project is approachable yet stylish, making it ideal for beginners and experienced crafters alike. With stunning photography and detailed tutorials, Easy Embroidery Embellishment provides all the inspiration you need to create your own wearable art.

Stop following the rules and start writing your own. Packed with 50 rule-breaking practical hacks and painting techniques to unlock your creativity, this is the maverick’s guide to creating truly innovative art. ‘Don’t use black.’ ‘You mustn’t lead the eye out of the painting.’ ‘Never put your subject slap-bang in the middle!’ Maybe you’ve heard one, two or all of these ‘golden rules’… But why? As Picasso put it, you should: ‘learn the rules like a pro so that you can break them like an artist.’ Paint outside the box: 50 fun, rule-breaking exercises, each with an inspiring finished painting, practical techniques and handy tips. Lose the fear of getting it wrong: Learn to reconnect with your creativity, develop an eye for innovation, and never feel afraid of a blank canvas again. Perfect for artists of all abilities: Discover inspiration for your next project – dip in and out if you find a rule you want to challenge, or work through them in order. Reinvigorate your painting practice: the practical exercises are worked in oils, but the principles apply across different artistic mediums. This book, from best-selling and award-winning author Haidee-Jo Summers, is the perfect gift for artists of all abilities. It contains 50 fresh, lively ideas for challenging conventional artistic wisdom – showing that you can create something really, really right, even when you do everything wrong!

Take a break from the busyness of your day, calm your mind and enter a world of simple pleasures. Discover charming scenes of little characters in their daily lives, across 5 miniature worlds, including: Florist Cafe Patisserie Restaurant Bookshop Use the specially designed tweezers to place the gorgeous stickers carefully and bring these sweet and charming illustrations to life. Let your creativity flow and enjoy a moment of cozy contentment.

Cosy Capy 48 coloriages d'art-thérapie pour me détendre et m'évader ! Plongez dans l'univers apaisant des capybaras, adorables maîtres de la relaxation ! Chaque scène, douce et chaleureuse, offre une parenthèse cocooning où les couleurs deviennent un refuge pour l'esprit. Transformez le coloriage en rituel bien-être et partagez vos oeuvres grâce aux pages détachables !

Pour arrêter de galérer sur ses projets de céramique et acquérir des techniques de pro . Quel que soit votre niveau en poterie, vous vous heurtez sans doute à des difficultés parfois décourageantes : barbotine pas assez fluide, pièce désaxée, émail imprévisible, fente au séchage ou à la cuisson... Parce qu'il n'y a pas de question bête, ce guide apporte des solutions concrètes aux problèmes que vous rencontrerez le plus souvent à l'atelier. Il vous accompagne à toutes les étapes de votre pratique, des premiers gestes aux interrogations les plus pointues, pour gagner en autonomie.

• Niveau débutant à expert
• 100 questions réparties en 8 thèmes : préparation de la terre, coulage, tournage, modelage, séchage, décor, cuisson, vie d'atelier
• Près de 200 photos pour visualiser les gestes clés

Bullet stickers Zen Plus de 700 stickers 100 % zen pour votre Bullet journal ! Destiné à toutes celles et ceux qui se lancent dans la réalisation de leur Bullet journal, ce livre contient un choix varié de stickers en couleurs et à colorier pour personnaliser ses pages en un tour de main ! Vous y trouverez :

• un large choix d'étiquettes pour orner la couverture de votre carnet ou réaliser un joli titre sur les pages importantes ;
• des ornements et des bannières à compléter pour décorer vos pages ;
• des stickers avec les jours et les mois pour organiser votre année et booster votre productivité ;
• des stickers thématiques pour toutes occasions : détente, love, green mood, etc. ;
• des stickers à messages, pour sourire, mettre de la couleur dans vos journées, ou simplement rester zen !

Avec aussi : des bandes à sticker façon masking tape pour coller photos, tickets, invitations... dans votre carnet.

A compendium of step-by-step drawing exercises from the best-selling Draw 50 series that features easy-to-follow lessons for rendering animals including cats, dogs, horses, prehistoric creatures, and more. With exercises taken from the animal drawing instruction titles in Lee J. Ames's beloved Draw 50 series, Draw 200 Animals brings you the best of Draw 50 Animals, Draw 50 Cats, Draw 50 Dogs, Draw 50 Horses, and Draw 50 Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Animals in a must-have collection of easy-to-follow, step-by-step visual lessons on sketching and rendering all kinds of furry, feathered, and finned critters. These classic lessons show you how to draw everything from pets to wild animals, including birds, insects, elephants, tigers, and more, in styles ranging from realistic to cartoony.

Si votre chat est votre meilleur ami et que vous ne cessez de vous extasier devant sa beauté et sa grâce, ce livre est fait pour vous ! Qu'il soit en train de dormir le ventre en l'air, de chasser les mouches, de vous regarder avec ses grands yeux intelligents... chaque acte d'un chat est déjà une oeuvre d'art à part entière. Il est donc normal que l'artiste qui sommeille en vous ait envie de se saisir de sa palette à sa vue. Suivez le guide et apprenez toutes les techniques particulières de l'aquarelle, puis lancez-vous dans la reproduction de sa fourrure sous toutes ses coutures grâce à 17 tutoriels en pas à pas détaillés.

Happy days . Munissez-vous de vos plus beaux crayons, faites le vide autour de vous et pénétrez dans un univers de bonheur et de douceur.. Couleurs après couleurs, les contours se distinguent, les lignes se dessinent pour laisser apparaître, sur un fond noir élégant, d'extraordinaires illustrations.. Crayons de couleur, feutres, pastels... Employez la technique de votre choix ! Une seule consigne : laissez parler votre créativité !. Coloriez, offrez ou exposez vos plus belles réalisations. .

Welcome to Draw It Cute! by illustrator Heegyum Kim, a supersized collection of step-by-step lessons taken from her two most popular Draw 62 titles, Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Cute and Draw 62 Magical Creatures and Make Them Cute. Presented in a compact, easy-to-carry format, an amazing 100+ lessons teach you how to achieve cuteness in all your drawings. Simple steps help you develop basic drawing skills as you learn to create and connect the geometric shapes that comprise each figure, add identifying features such as ears, arms, or feet, then fill in the facial attributes that bring each character to life. Beginner-friendly presentation. Each lesson is presented on one page, some with fun variations showing different poses, outfits, accessories, and expressions. Adorable animals include an alpaca, a capybara, a red panda, and a whale. Amazing creatures include an angel, a dragon, a mermaid, and a unicorn. Draw It Cute! is a rich resource for beginner artists, cartoonists, and doodlers who want to have fun as they build their drawing skills and create their own characters. The titles in the Draw It! series from Quarry Books offer readers a huge variety of easy drawing lessons for fun, cute, and comical characters, all in a great little package.

Intérieurs Un journal de couleurs et d'humeur. Un voyage à travers une sélection d'intérieurs de créateurs que j'aime et qui m'inspirent.Munissez-vous de vos crayons ou d'une palette d'aquarelle et laissez votre esprit vagabonder au fil des couleurs.

Whether you’re a master painter or an absolute beginner, watercolor is the perfect partner for your painting pleasure—and Painting: Watercolor Basics teaches you everything you need to know to get started in the medium. Discover how to bring dimension and depth to your watercolor paintings with Painting: Watercolor Basics. Featuring the artwork of Deb Watson, this large-format, 40-book offers a brief introduction into tools and materials before jumping into the easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects. Each project includes a list of colors needed, instructions on color mixing, and other tips and techniques needed to complete the painting, such as rendering light and shadow and creating realistic textures. The painting projects included in this book are: Creating the Illusion of Depth (ladybug on a flower) Evoking Mood (winter scene) Adding Interest (young girl in profile) Creating Texture with Salt & Masking (bunny rabbits on a log) Capturing Essential Details (cardinal bird perched on a branch) Rendering Soft Edges (tulip flowers in a pot) With engaging, inspirational lessons and useful artist's tips, Painting: Watercolor Basics will help you master this beautiful and luminous medium. The How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. Painting: Watercolor Basics allows you to widen the scope of your artistic abilities, demonstrating how to begin with a basic sketch and then develop your painting step by step with special techniques that will bring your painting to life.

Featuring illustrated tutorials for drawing 75 different animals, Ten-Step Drawing: Animals breaks down each subject into 10 simple steps. All you need to get started is a pen or pencil and a piece of paper! With Ten-Step Drawing: Animals, you will learn to create an awe-inspiring array of different animals. Step by step, you will create creatures both wild (bald eagle, armadillo, meerkat, dung beetle) and domesticated (donkey, camel, duck, goat). The animals include those from the sea (whale, sea turtle, jellyfish, walrus) and the woodland (snail, fox, raccoon, river otter). Even learn to draw your favorite pets (cat, dog, rabbit, guinea pig). Handy prompts encourage artistic individuality and include helpful tips for drawing other subjects not featured in the book. Designed especially for aspiring illustrators, doodlers, and art hobbyists, the fun and approachable books in the Ten-Step Drawing series encourage new artists to get acquainted with the basic principles of drawing so they can learn to create art with confidence. Ten-Step Drawing: Animals is sure to encourage even the most reluctant artist to break out a sketchbook and doodle to their heart's content. So grab a pencil and start drawing! Also available in the Ten-Step Drawing series: Flowers, Nature, and People.

Learn 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.

Color Quest: Colossal is a curated selection of images from all three original Color Quest titles: Color Quest, Color Quest: Animals, and Color Quest: Cityscapes, plus five brand new images! Colorists, puzzle fans, and challenge seekers, take note: you will love this massive color-by-number book that is unlike anything you've seen before. Grab your colored pens or pencils and start shading in the color by number pixels... in no time at all, you'll free the mystery images concealed on the page. Your odyssey will take you on a magical journey to find artistic gems that are hiding in plain sight, from the stunning cities of London and Venice to beautiful birds and butterflies. Once colored, use the perforated pages to bring your completed quests to the world. Every image is perfect for decorating, framing, or gift giving. Adventure calls! Breathe life into these pages and uncover intricate works of art. Get ready to discover dozens of amazing images in Color Quest: Colossal.

With these 60+ creepy-cute coloring templates, escape to a world of magical forests where ghosts, skeletons, gnomes, jack-o-lanterns, and more await your colorful interpretations. Creepy-cute is a type of illustration born from a Japanese art trend called “kimo-kawaii” that loosely translates to art that is both charming and disturbing; and nobody knows delightful and spooky better than artist Kitty Willow (@wobblywillows), whose adorably haunting, family-friendly illustrations fill Sweet & Creepy Coloring. Perfect for connecting with your supernatural side at Halloween and throughout the year, each coloring design is steeped in mystery, with fairy-like dwellings and eerie yet inviting creatures going about their enchanted lives; all they need is your inspired color choices and artistic intuition. Whether you are an adult or a child, or somewhere in between, press pause on reality and instead: Attend a ghost’s magical birthday party Gaze at a star-filled sky with a chatty snail Finally meet that Frog Prince Chase butterflies with a winged fox As you add color to the sweet, otherworldly images, enjoy the well-known benefits of coloring: reduced stress, improved focus and mindfulness, and boosted creativity. Remove your finished pieces for framing or turn them over to find intricate patterns on the reverse sides for even more coloring time. So grab your pencils, markers, and crayons and start your fantasy journey through all things sweet and creepy.

Paris Un journal de couleurs et d'humeur. Un voyage à travers une sélection d'images des plus grands amoureux de Paris, que j'aime et qui m'inspirent.Munissez-vous de vos crayons ou d'une palette d'aquarelle et laissez votre esprit vagabonder au fil des couleurs.

Chats félins et Cie à colorier Planches détachables à colorier ou à peindrePour votre plus grand plaisir, les éditions Larousse ont ouvert leurs archives et ont sélectionné de nombreuses planches de chats et autres attachants félins : Persans soyeux, Siamois vifs, Abyssins espiègles, lynx majestueux, guépard aux aguets... Notre monde regorge de ces superbes animaux à la fourrure si particulière !À vous désormais de leur donner vie en peignant ou coloriant ces planches. Chaque page est prédécoupée pour faciliter la mise en couleurs et, pourquoi pas, encadrer vos oeuvres. À vos crayons et pinceaux !

Quarante dessins à colorier au crayon, au feutre ou au pinceau sur le thème de la vie aquatique : poissons, coquillages, cétacés, etc.

Create charming succulents you can cuddle with this fun kit—includes all the materials and instructions you need to make 2 projects, plus patterns for 10 more. Cuddly Cacti Crochet contains everything you need to crochet a moon cactus and a silver ball cactus. Inside you’ll find an instruction book with full-color photographs coupled with step-by-step patterns for 12 projects, including a grumpy gray ghost organ pipe cactus, a groovy little donkey tail succulent, a blue columnar cactus, an old man cactus, and more—all in the popular amigurumi style. Each project is less than five inches tall and all of the plants and pots are designed to be interchangeable. Helpful tips and techniques for crochet stitches, embroidery, and three-dimensional shapes are also covered. Includes: 76-page instruction book Five colors of yarn: cream, rust, dusty green, light green, and pink 3.5 mm crochet hook Stuffing Embroidery floss Eye beads Needle Get started making supercute crocheted cacti with this all-in-one kit.