Search press ltd apr 2021 (5 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Six seductive 21st century hat designs reminiscent of the Downton Abbey or Jackie Kennedy eras. A stunning felt hat is the perfect accessory for any occasion - from an everyday addition to your winter wardrobe to a head-turning statement piece for a special occasion. In this practical and informative guide, expert milliner Bobbi Heath shows you how to make felt hats in six different styles to perfectly complement any outfit, including a fabulous floppy hat, cloche, bucket, pill box, cap and button. Bobbi starts with the basics of how to measure your head, then talks you through the secrets of stiffening the felt, using steam to mould your fabric, and blocking. Learn invaluable stitching and edging techniques, then have fun experimenting with trimmings to make your hat unique. This practical book will appeal to all hat lovers and anyone looking for an easy introduction to the art of millinery.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Artists of all skill levels will find much to inspire them in this redesigned edition of Margaret's Eggleton's highly successful Drawing Masterclass: Landscapes. Bestselling author and artist Margaret Eggleton takes the reader through easy-to-follow drawing stages, and gives advice on using sketchbooks, line and tone, perspective and more. She shows how to draw elements of the landscape such as trees and foliage, hills and mountains, skies, water and buildings, and there are practical, step-by-step exercises throughout to help practice the techniques. Margaret then guides you carefully through each stage of 6 stunning projects, each culminating in a beautiful landscape drawing to be proud of. Suitable for beginners wanting to build up their confidence as well as more seasoned artists seeking inspiration, this book is a must-have for anyone who wants to draw landscapes.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Combine classic Scandi style with fun and practicality, and knit 15 Nordic-inspired clothes and accessories for kids! Norwegian knitting is loved for its combination of practicality, texture and minimalistic patterning. In this brand-new book by best-selling knitwear designer, Monica Russel, create over a dozen Nordic-inspired clothes and accessories for your youngster that blend classic motifs with fun and function!Beginning with a crash course in essential knitting techniques, dive straight into 15 patterns ranging from simple hats and a scarf to mittens, sweaters, dresses, bags and more. The patterns are a mix of designs for 3- to 6-year olds, 7- to 9-year olds, and all ages, with styles varying from beautifully subtle and textured knits to patterned creations featuring motifs inspired by classic Nordic knitwear and the Scandinavian landscape. Every knitted item with colorwork features a chart with corresponding written instructions, and advice is provided on cable knitting effects.Whether you're knitting for a special occasion or holiday, or for day-to-day use, these are time-honored designs that your mini-adult will love.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn to paint watercolor animals and birds--in just 30 minutes!--using over 30 step-by-step exercises complete with helpful tracings. Includes small-scale projects for 6 x 4 watercolor pads, plus 3 full-size paintings! Are you short on time but want to learn how to paint animals in watercolor This beginner's watercolor painting book offers exercises ideal for a 6 x 4 watercolor pad, plus 3 full-size projects--all of which can be completed in just 30 minutes. Inside, you'll find step-by-step guidance on: - Basic watercolor techniques - Painting key features to capture animal personality - Painting textures and markings like life-like feathers and fur - Painting animal portraits from photographs and life - Painting animals in landscapes, including fields, woodlands, and more - 3 full-size painting projects: King Charles Spaniel; Snow Leopard; Hummingbird - Tracings for each watercolor painting--no drawing necessary! Among the bird and animal species Matthew Palmer includes in this title are: parrot, cat, dog and puppy, sheep and lamb, zebra, stag, cow, swan, flamingo, elephant, penguin, robin, giraffe, snow leopard, ram, rabbit, meerkat, monkey, rooster and tiger. Each project is designed to cover a certain watercolor technique, making this the perfect crash course for beginners or artists looking to develop their skills.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn how to use the grid technique to draw accurate sketches of people from photographs and more, with the help of master artist Giovanni Civardi. From world-renowned artist Giovanni Civardi, this highly practical guide to drawing people of all ages and in a variety of poses uses the traditional grid technique to make the drawing process both simple and accessible. Starting from a photograph, Civardi shows how to create an accurate pencil sketch of the subject by overlaying a grid and transferring the image one square at a time. The drawing is then rendered in easy stages to create a finished portrait. Even the most complex of subjects can be broken down into easy steps using this method, and by following the numerous step-by-step exercises the reader will very soon be producing highly detailed drawings based on photographs of their own.…