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Clear step-by-step instructions to over 16 projects which progress in difficulty. Practical advice on design and stitching, and tips on pitfalls to avoid. Informed detail on the projects, plus a lot of encouragement and good cheer. Over 600 illustrations support the text, including templates for the projects.

Pens - advises on the range of pens available Watercolours - looks at their unpredictable nature and how to use them dynamically Sketchbooks - encourages their use to capture observations and develop ideas Techniques - explains composition, perspective and white space Step by step demonstrations of pen and wash techniques

Tambour Beading is an in-depth guide to basic and more complex tambour techniques. It begins with the tambour chain stitch and then explains how to apply beads and sequins with the tambour hook. Over 1000 illustrations and clear thorough instructions. Advice on how to choose the best materials, how to tension your fabric and how to get started. Three practice projects combine into one design to help you master the tambour chain stitch and applying beads and sequins. Detailed information on tambour beading designs includes choosing colours, selecting materials and drawing designs. Seven final projects demonstrate the many applications of tambour beading and range in complexity from a simple design of a tweed cushion to an ambitious piece of summer flowers

Clear step-by-step explanations of the complete design process Describes the science behind the optical effects and some of the history of their discoveries Incorporates inspirational images from other weavers working in optical effects Projects range from plain weave through to advancing twills, featuring tied weaves such as summer and winter, taqueté and beiderwand, double cloth, colour-and-weave, shadow weave, and deflected double weave

Discover new levels of enquiry, curiosity, discovery and creativity whilst learning and practising new artistic skills Master a range of techniques for handling pencil, ink and watercolour, and learn how to choose the right sketchbook for the job Learn how to set up plant specimens for drawing both in the studio and the field Study step-by-step guides to create sketchbook pages which serve both art and science Enjoy fun, loose pen work and appreciate serious, scientific drawing and dissection

This practical handbook teaches you all the methods needed to make your own lampshades in a wide range of styles.

A practical guide with step-by-step tutorials, instructions in techniques, focus studies, mediums and finished artwork

The Triumph Spitfire Restoration Manual is for anyone who has a keen interest in owning a Triumph Spitfire but has limited mechanical experience. Including helpful project tips and notes, which pass on a multitude of trade secrets.

Building with flint includes sections on it's history and traditional uses, properties and applications as well as it's quirks and nuances.

Bring to life America's most amazing space projects that never were, using highly illustrated step-by-step guides.

This book helps readers to understand and recognize signs of pain and discomfort, taking appropriate measures to address and alleviate them.

With clear, step-by-step instructions and over 400 colour photographs, using this book, you will learn how to: - Carve simple shapes - Use templates - Build simple and more complex cake structures - Create textures - Sculpt with modelling chocolate - Work with armature wire With eight amazing cakes to carve, Creating Sculpted Cakes will provide you with the foundations and knowledge to go on and create incredible sculpted cakes for any occasion.

- A guide to tools and materials - Step-by-step instructions to get started - Projects to develop skills - Advice on more advanced techniques - Ideas for developing your own style

This book explains the technique which is now acclaimed and practiced widely in the West. Its popular success is partly because the process is entirely non-toxic and environmentally friendly, but also because it allies the certainties of woodcut with the nuance of watercolor. In so doing, it has opened up a whole new landscape for contemporary printmakers.

Featuring more than 200 colour photographs, this book covers the complete history of the Aston Martin Vanquish and DB9.

This book: Advises on safe handling procedures for dogs of all ages, Gives an understanding of the health and welfare of your dog, Discusses how important the grooming process is in bonding with your dog, Explains the correct choice of tools required and their maintenance, Provides guided instruction on a range of common breeds and a few rarer ones as well as demonstrating basic grooming methods such as clipping, scissoring and hand stripping.

The book is rooted in organic principles and covers: - Getting on the land - gaining the skills and setting up - How to maximise diversity and productivity at a range of scales - A crop-by-crop guide to the basics of growing quality produce - Selling and marketing your produce - The human element - managing staff, complexity, and avoiding burnout

Explains how to make fluid lines, marks and more advanced tonal shifts. Advises on techniques that give depth and texture to compositions. Gives extensive guidance on good printing technique using a press and hand burnishing methods. Includes chapters on still life, interiors, landscapes, portraits and figures, and animals. Showcases examples from leading wood engravers

Includes patterns for the key garments of a medieval man's wardrobe, with suggested style variations, covering over 150 years of men's fashion Information on the types, colour and patterns of fabrics and tools used in the period Detailed step-by-step instruction on historical sewing techniques, including pleating and quilting Advice on the essential finishing touches to medieval garments, including buttons, braids, dagging and breaking down Insights into the social context of each garment, including how and when they would be worn by wearers of different social levels.

Topics covered include -Structural repairs -Paintwork preparation and application -Engine and gearbox rebuilds -Internal re-trimming. -Component repair and refurbishment -Specific restoration techniques for convertible, Traveller and light commercial variants.

With around 180 stunning photos, topics covered include: -The origins of the breed and the development of the modern-day Whippet -Finding your puppy -Where to find the right trainer for you and your puppy, and what to expect -Breed characteristics and its suitability in taking part in a variety of disciplines -The Kennel Club's breed standard and the responsibilities of becoming an ethical breeder -The complete process of stud work, breeding a litter, and how to whelp and rear a litter

Written in Johnny Tipler's inimitable style, this book includes: -A detailed review of the Esprit's evolution, including the introduction of turbocharging -Interviews with key individuals involved with the Esprit, including Lotus CEO Mike Kimberley, Brian Angus, Alan Nobbs and Peter Stevens -Motorsport adaptations and successes including the SCCA championship victories -300 specially commissioned photographs and Lotus archive shots of Esprits under construction and in action

"This book gives you the confidence and skills to paint lively, contemporary faces and characters. Unusually, it teaches how to paint before exploring the drawing skillset necessary to capture a likeness, and thereby encourages the artist to try this genre. By explaining the techniques in clear steps with plenty of examples, it makes painting exciting and energetic portraits achievable for all."--

"This beautiful book shows you how to tackle the special challenge of painting in watercolour with the aim of creating finished pieces of work onsite. With inspiring examples and clear techniques, it guides you through the practice, joys and pitfalls of painting watercolour outdoors. It particularly explains how to observe the strength of light, colour and ideas for composition that you find when working directly from the subject outside. The experience and enthusiasm of its author makes this book an essential read for every artist who wants to enjoy the excitement of painting en plein air."--

Introduces colour mixing principles, the importance of a familiar palette and the importance of intuitive use. Explains the behaviour of light while painting plein air and its relationship with colour and tone. Encourages a confident and impressionist style of painting, working alla prima. Gives practical tips on exciting and engaging compositions that are not over-explained. Includes examples and demonstrations of landscape, still life, interior and figure paintings

Advice on mixing cyanotype chemicals and coating paper, fabric and glass Clear step-by-step instructions and sequences for creative projects In-depth guide to toning cyanotypes and using the wet cyanotype method Advanced ideas for artists' books, collages and embellishing cyanotypes with embroidery

Botanical Illustration - the complete guide explains the processes and methods behind this beautiful art genre. It highlights the importance of the requisite skills of close observation, accurate drawing and attention to detail. Leigh Ann Gale is a leading botanical artist and tutor, and she generously demonstrates her approach in this book. Her worked example of fuchsia magellanica illustrates the varied stages of an illustration. Along with step-by-step instructions to a range of subjects, this book is beautifully illustrated with over 350 images, diagrams and paintings of her and her students' work. This book is a source of inspiration as well as a definitive guide.

Emphasis on the mental and physical benefits of running, Guide to performance nutrition and hydration, Detailed advice on training, Instruction for race day preparation, tactics and recovery and Help with avoiding injuries and running-related illness

Learn about the history of Shetland lace and the lives of the women who practised it Explore the magical collection of lace swatches held by the Shetland Amenity Trust Discover traditional patterns such as Da Print o' Da Wave, Peerie Flea and Sparl, plus the fascinating meanings of their names Recreate traditional motifs such as Cat's Paw, Ferns, Branches and Diamonds Understand how single motifs have been adapted and developed over the years

It is widely accepted that composting benefits both the environment and the garden, as a means of reducing waste while contributing to a healthy soil. This practical guide offers a host of composting techniques for the home, allotment and community gardener, as well as indoor and balcony composting for those without access to a garden. It explains the processes behind aerobic composting and anaerobic fermentation, and the conditions necessary to compost effectively without mess or smell.