Paperie


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What Levenger does for office supplies and Williams-Sonoma does for kitchenware, Kate's Paperie does for paper--showing how ordinary wrapping and writing can be a beautiful and sensuous expression of personal style. 175 illustrations, 150 in full color.




Paperie for Inspired Living


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Provides instructions for creating unique personal stationery, business cards, letterhead, and note cards using a computer and inexpensive craft-store embellishments, and also provides advice on invitation etiquette and wording.




Paperie


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A fresh, fun and contemporary book of one hundred DIY paper projects with a modern, quirky twist—from the author of Hoop-La! Paperie features a myriad of innovative ideas and easy-to-master papercraft techniques including clever ideas for unique stationery, home décor, cute paper jewelry, inspiring wedding ideas, upcycled gifts and one-of-a-kind accessories. Each of the techniques are accompanied by simple step-by-step instructions and diagrams—techniques include origami, stamping, stenciling, embossing, transfers, stitching on paper, collage, papercutting, decoupage, screen printing and papier mâché. For those who can’t wait to get started the tear-out pages at the back of the book offer stunning patterned papers and templates that you can use to create some of the projects right away! Here are some of the fab projects you can make: Stationery items—envelopes, gift wrap, calendars and business cards Party supplies—banners, garlands, badges, crackers and hats, puppets Home décor—wall art, lighting, bowls, storage, vases, maps and birdhouses Accessories—shoes, necklaces, spectacles and cufflinks Wedding decorations—pinatas, confetti, flowers and favors Special gifts—mobiles, kites, pomanders, picture frames And much, much more! “You will find plenty of projects to inspire you in this lovely book which is full of fresh and modern ideas.” —A Spoonful of Sugar




Contemporary Paper Marbling


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An illustrated introduction to an increasingly popular art form. The art of paper marbling is having a revival. Contemporary paper artist and author Lucy McGrath specializes in paper marbling and shares her skill and passion for this beautiful craft. Her book is a wonderful introduction to the craft for beginners which takes readers on a journey through simple to advanced techniques – with step-by-step instructions and photography – plus a range of some of the most beautiful paper marbling today. The book covers: An introduction and brief history; Preparation and equipment (with recipes for the thickened water that the paint floats on plus the paints themselves); Planning your design (mood boards, colour palettes, testing paint behaviour and paper); Pattern tutorials (ways of applying paint); Swirl and git gel (Turkish traditional pattern); Nonpareil (fine tooth comb use); Spanish Wave; Ebru (flowers on the surface of the water); Advanced Techniques (including figurative images); and finally marbling onto three-dimensional items such as baubles and pots. There is also a selection of projects that uses marbled paper, including bookbinding, origami and collage. Richly illustrated with some of the most beautiful paper marbling today, this book will introduce a wonderful craft to a new generation.




Seven Dwarfs Find a House (Disney Classic)


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This Little Golden Book was originally published in 1948 and stars Dopey, Bashful, Grumpy, Sneezy, Sleepy, Happy, and Doc from the classic film Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! Find out how Snow White's friends the Seven Dwarfs--Sleepy, Happy, Bashful, Sneezy, Grumpy, Doc, and Dopey--find their delightful little cottage in this classic Disney Little Golden Book. Originally published in 1948, this story features beautiful vintage artwork that will delight girls and boys ages 2 to 5, as well as collectors of all ages!




Christmas with Victoria


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Bring the holidays alive with magical touches of pure invention--stunning decorations, beautiful and delicious entrees and desserts, and the dearest of handmade gifts.




Slash


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Eclectic, eccentric and tirelessly innovative, art crafted from cut paper has experienced an exciting renaissance in recent years. Published to accompany a traveling exhibit opening at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York, Slash: Paper Under the Knife examines the resurgence of traditional handcraft materials and techniques in contemporary art and design. Highlighting the work of forty-five international artists, among them Olafur Eliasson, Tom Friedman, William Kentridge, and Kara Walker, the book features not only cut but also burned, torn, laser-cut, shredded and sculpted paper art. In addition, the book includes cut paper animation, as well as cut paper incorporated in photography and fashion. Works range from small-scale intricate cuttings to large-scale architectural inventions and sculptures. With an essay by well-known decorative arts expert David Revere McFadden, this singular book reveals that, with ingenuity and craftsmanship, one of our most familiar implements can be transformed into unforgettable works of art.




Hand Papermaking


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Accounting


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Short-cuts to Storage


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This guide offers practical ideas to make daily living easier by getting rid of clutter in the home. For each room in the house, as well as the office and garden, the book describes how the use of containers, boxes, hooks and hangers can all contribute to making a tidy space.