For centuries, the ancient Japanese art of paper folding has provided challenging and rewarding entertainment for hobbyists. To achieve the best results, origamists need special paper that can stand up to intricate folding. This package contains 24 sheets of high-quality authentic origami paper specially manufactured to resist tears and produce clean lines and crisp folds. Each sheet is colored on one side only to make it easier to understand the various folds, and the sturdy shrink-wrapped folder keeps papers neat and clean until ready for use.

Bind: stationery

Pages: 24

Dimensions: 235 x 310 mm

Intarsia, the art of making stunning picture mosaics in wood, may look intimidating but it's easier than you think! This is the Revised and Expanded guide to the art of making picture mosaics in wood using different woods and wood grains You will build your skills as you create impressive decorated boxes, gifts, jewelry, signs, plaques, and more 15 step-by-step projects that can be made in just one weekend Second edition has all new color project photography Author Judy Gale Roberts is the #1 intarsia expert, recognized in Better Homes and Gardens' WOOD magazine's Woodworking Hall of Fame Build your skills as you create impressive intarsia projects with guidance from award-winning artist Judy Gale Roberts. Intarsia Workbook, Revised and Expanded Second Edition offers 15 attractive yet simple skill-building projects that can be completed in just one weekend. With step-by-step instructions and all-new color project photography, Judy reveals the secrets of sanding, shaping, and finishing your own intarsia masterpieces. You'll be amazed at the beautiful pictures you can create when you learn to combine different colors and textures of wood to make raised 3-D images. By the time you complete the projects in this workbook, you will master the skills necessary to tackle any intarsia project with confidence.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 112

Dimensions: 216 x 279 mm

Publication Date: 20-04-2018

Learn to Turn is the ideal woodturning book to get beginners turning in no time! Beginner-friendly step-by-step projects are accessible and attainable for new woodturners Covers all the basics, including lathe selection, turning tools, and the fundamentals of sharpening, sanding, & finishing Expert instruction, valuable tips, and common-sense advice from author Barry Gross, a skilled teacher who knows how to start at the beginning Special troubleshooting section that offers simple solutions to common turning mistakes Inspiring color photo gallery of completed works Author Barry Gross is a recognized artisan and professional woodturner If you've ever considered trying woodturning but have been intimidated by the tone and scope of the books available on the subject, you'll find this informative book to be an approachable and enjoyable guide that will have you turning in no time! Author Barry Gross, an artist and professional woodturner, offers expert instruction, valuable tips, and common-sense advice that will eliminate the mystery while infusing some fun into your turning. Discover how to select the lathe that's right for you, the basics of turning tools, and the fundamentals of sharpening, sanding, and finishing. This revised & expanded third edition also includes new and very attainable step-by-step projects, a special troubleshooting section that reveals surprisingly simple solutions to common turning mistakes, and an inspiring artist gallery of completed works.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 144

Dimensions: 216 x 279 mm

Publication Date: 27-04-2018

Learn to create realistic landscape pyrography burnings with this comprehensive guide. Nationally recognized artist and pyrographer Lora S. Irish reveals her easy-to-learn methods for working in layers to obtain stunning results. You'll learn how to use contrasting tonal values to create dramatic depth in any landscape, scenery, or wildlife wood burning. Lora shows beginning pyrographers how to develop the burning process by laying one layer over another to slowly bring each area up to its final tonal value. By working a design in low or medium temperatures and adding successive layers, you can obtain total control over your final scene. Lora includes expert advice on basic tools, supplies, and techniques, along with 12 artistic skill-building projects that provide step-by-step practice in using temperature, time, layering, and texturing.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 208

Dimensions: 216 x 279 mm

Publication Date: 21-05-2018

This book teaches simple techniques to create successful quilts that reflect today’s tastes for bold colours and prints, high contrast, and expansive use of negative space. Author Stephanie Soebbing offers 10 step-by-step projects ranging from wall hangings to queen-sized bed quilts. Simple Quilts for the Modern Home provides all the how-to a beginner quilter needs to know to cut, piece and finish each project, with advice on colour theory, fabric selection and elements of design. Each quilt provides an opportunity to utilize a new skill, such as strip piecing, using fusible appliqué and cutting at a 45-degree angle. The results are fresh, bold, contemporary quilts that will appeal to quilt makers of all skill levels.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 80

Dimensions: 210 x 276 mm

Publication Date: 21-05-2018

Discover the potential of rediscovered wood as you upcycle salvaged pallets to create beautiful one-of-a-kind projects. This book shows how to make useful products for the home and garden out of reclaimed wood from shipping pallets. Twenty step-by-step projects include raised garden beds; herb and rail planters; wine, spice and coat racks; book shelves; benches; water barrel stands; small compost bins; and more. With practical advice on where to find pallets, how to process them into usable lumber, fasteners, sanding and finishing, it also includes important tips on how to make sure that your pallets are safe and not sprayed with harmful chemicals.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 224

Dimensions: 216 x 280 mm

Publication Date: 20-06-2018

Big art for little hands, these enchanting activity books allow young artists to explore the world’s masterpieces on their own terms and with plenty of space to color outside the lines.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 280 x 240 mm

Big art for little hands, these enchanting activity books allow young artists to explore the world’s masterpieces on their own terms and with plenty of space to color outside the lines.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 280 x 240 mm

Big art for little hands, these enchanting activity books allow young artists to explore the world’s masterpieces on their own terms and with plenty of space to color outside the lines.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 280 x 240 mm

Pamper your pet while you save money by doing it yourself! This book shows you how to build inexpensive, functional accessories to make your home a pet paradise. DIY Projects for Cats and Dogs presents 20 simple projects that you can make in just a weekend, without any advanced skills or special tools. From a cat tree and a hide-away litter box to bowl stands, leash racks, and a Scandinavian bed platform, these stylish structures will take care of your pet’s needs while preserving your interior décor. Built and pet-tested by the authors in their own home, each imaginative creation features step-by-step instructions, materials lists, and inspirational color photographs.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 178 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 27-04-2018