A collection of crochet patterns for 3 dimensional flowers and foliage which can be used to create beautiful floral bouquets to display at home or gift to friends and family. This practical guide to crochet flowers explains how to make and construct 35 different types of flowers and foliage including all the most po...

Realistic embroidery that soars out of the hoop! Embroidery reaches a new level of splendor with Megan Zaniewski's stumpwork embroidery techniques. In this book of nature-inspired pieces and projects, you will learn the essentials of thread painting, creating 3D elements that make your embroidery leap off of the fab...

Enter the hidden world of Nihonga art in this one-of-a-kind memoir blending West and East. Hidden deep in the heart of Tokyo, a small shop sells something hardly known to the outside world. A coveted permanent pigment infused with minerals and gemstones, this rare paint has been used for centuries by Nihonga masters...

The definitive reference for jewelry makers of all levels of ability--a complete, profusely illustrated guide to design, materials, and techniques, as well as a fascinating exploration of jewelry-making throughout history.

Combining stunning photographs with expert knowledge, this book is a dazzling guide to precious stones, organic gems, and precious metals. Discover the intriguing stories of the world's most famous and fabulous gems, including the mysterious Hope Diamond, the stunning Koh-i-Noor of the Crown Jewels, and exquisite Fa...

本书是木雕小物手作的自学教程。作者是木雕手作的达人，其总结了自身多年制作木雕手作的经验，向读者详细地介绍了在家进行木工雕刻需要准备的工具、不同物件适用的木材、木工雕刻的一般流程，并完整展示了3种实用餐具、5种古风饰品、6种呆萌动物的雕刻方法，书中同时还分享了原创木雕设计的方法和心得。本书展示的木雕手作案例造型可爱、精致...

Step into a world of knights, dragons, and moral quests with Edmund Spenser's The Faerie Queeneーone of the greatest epic poems in the English language and a cornerstone of Renaissance literature. Written in richly lyrical verse and first published in 1590, this monumental work celebrates the ideals of virtue, honor...

Frans Hals (1582/83-1666) is rightfully considered one of the most important seventeenth-century Dutch painters. His portraits are admired for their virtuoso brushwork and their seemingly spontaneous character. This volume, with fourteen contributions by twenty-six specialists on Hals's paintings and his artistic ne...

In the mid nineteenth century, as Japan rapidly modernized, garden building declined in popularity. Only in the late nineteenth century did a new class of political and business leaders revive interest in horticulture, seeking garden designs that broke away from established patterns. As a result, these innovative ga...

Characters are a vital aspect of today's transmedia practices. Combining theories on fictional persons from Japanese and Euro-American practices, this book discusses video game characters embedded in our popular media culture in which they are constantly produced and re-imagined. This book introduces the dynamic gam...

⚓ Step into the witty, adventurous, and unforgettable world of Mark Twain, America's most beloved storyteller. The Complete Novels of Mark Twain gathers all of his masterful worksーstories that bring to life the Mississippi River, the spirit of exploration, and the sharp humor that made Twain a legend. With his kee...

⚔️ Step back into the turbulent centuries after the fall of Rome, a time of invasions, kingdoms, and transformation. The Dark Ages Collection by Charles Oman, one of Britain's most respected historians, provides a sweeping account of the early medieval world. With vivid detail and masterful scholarship, Oman explore...

Fast-track your watercolor journey with the biggest watercolor book on the market, including 75 beginner-friendly tutorials, tips and tricks from renowned artist Mallery Jane. Get ready to create with this approachable watercolor masterclass. From sprawling mountain ranges to the smallest houseplants, beloved art ed...

Stitch your very own garden, blooming with color and texture! Explore your stitching versatility with this comprehensive guide by learning to use any thread and embroidery stitch you desire. Jennifer Clouston shares how to make the most of the thread you already own by introducing hundreds of stitch and fiber combin...

Un enigma oculto en un criptograma y la promesa de un tesoro perdido. Publicado en 1843, El escarabajo de oro es uno de los relatos más populares de Edgar Allan Poe. En esta historia, el hallazgo de un extraño insecto dorado conduce al descubrimiento de un secreto ancestral y a la resolución de un complejo criptogra...

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