Arts & Crafts Books

Speedball Gilded Style: A Guide to Art of Metal Leafing details the history of metal leafing, explores the range of products used and gives step-by-step application instructions for various surfaces and projects. ...

From basic methods to the latest innovations, this guide illustrates more than 60 exciting collage projects complete with detailed instruction, quick tips, charts and glossaries. In addition, seven start-to-finish ...

Rusting and burning, carving and spackling, tarring and flocking: These are just a few of the unique and surprising techniques author Patricia 'Trish' Baldwin Seggebruch shares with you in Encaustic Mixed Media. ...

The techniques in this book are simple enough for beginners, yet the theme of the pieces - featuring pretty figures in fashionable poses - offer something new to the seasoned mixed-media artist. In addition to ...

Rusty doorknobs, cardboard containers and plastic packaging may seem like trash to some, but through the creative mind they are transformed into beautiful expressions, equal parts artful book and assemblage. ...

Features a wide range of techniques to combine three of the most popular trends in papercrafting--collage, altered fabric and journaling. Projects range from art books and fabric journals to mixed-media paintings. ...

In Journal Revolution, authors Linda Woods and Karen Dinino encourage readers to swing the door wide open and clean out the closet! Journal enthusiasts of all levels will learn how to cut through the daily clutter i ...

For anyone who’s ever been wowed by the writing on a wedding invitation rather than the reception...for anyone who’s ever studied the calligraphy on a wine list rather than the chianti...this is the ideal book! ...

The Penland Book of Handmade Books A master class from the leading school in craft education. Visually and intellectually inspiring, this beautifully illustrated survey explores ideas and materials, content and ...

This new paperback in the popular Weekend Crafter series presents one of the hottest crafts around! Geared specifically to the beginner, Making Books and Journals offers a variety of simple and attractive projects, ...

Fun, foolproof ways to create your own one-of-a-kind fabric! Discover your inner artist and put your junk drawer to good use. In this practical guide to the exciting world of surface design. Learn 8 easy ...

Known for its smooth gradations and seamless blends, the airbrush has become a fixture in the world of fine art. With this book, aspiring airbrush artists can learn the basics through simple demonstrations and ...

This classic resource by Susan Pickering Rothamel belongs on every crafter's bookshelf. Featuring hundreds of handmade cards from leading artists, plus step-by-step photographs of key skills, The Encyclopedia of ...

From découpage, origami, and cut outs to card- and bookmaking, paper crafts have never been more popular. Using a wide variety of techniques, this comprehensive book - now available at a low paperback price - ...

A handy motif book with 400 Art Deco motifs, which is one of the most stunning styles, and ideal for all kinds of creative work. The motifs cover Art Deco stylized animals, from eagles to dogs, Art Deco ...

Art journaling is a fun way to collect and celebrate your creative thoughts and inspirations. Driven by the concept that we are all inspired in different ways, Alternative Art Journals shows how to create personal ...

Brilliant color. Exquisite clarity. Stunning shape. Diamonds? No, resin! In 25 fun and fabulous ready-to-wear projects, best-selling author Heidi Boyd reveals the many looks of resin and how easy it is to mix, ...

With Journal Fodder 365, the Journal Fodder Junkies will lead you on a year-long adventure in drawing and writing, in painting and collage, and in the flotsam and jetsam of your daily experiences. You will uncover ...

Create your favorite pets, birds and wildlife with beautiful origami papers! Over 35 cute and quirky paper animal models, including origami swans, fish, elephants, ducks, rabbits, butterflies, owls, bears ...

Why settle for just any old greeting card when you can make your loved ones feel even more special with a handmade card? 100 Fresh and Fun Handmade Cards offers fabulous card inspiration and how-tos that are just ...