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The sleek lines of Danish Modern furniture took the design world by storm in the mid-twentieth century. Among the American companies that manufactured this style of furniture was the Heywood-Wakefield Co., based in Gardner, Massachusetts. Known widely today for their lines of blonde furniture, Heywood-Wakefield addressed the American familys desire for an informal yet sophisticated look through it

The art world is only beginning to realize the profound influence the Paris art community of the early 20th century had on what we now identify as "Modernism." Regional groups of figurative painters, from California to Russia and Australia to Scandinavia, absorbed many influences and crossed paths with leading artists who worked in Paris. This important new book highlights the work of 204 newly di

Inspire your sixth sense to guide you, using the energy associated with images on 60 beautifully-illustrated oracle cards. Based on the law of attraction, you will choose the cards that are in vibrational harmony with the answers you seek or what you most need to know. Working with these cards on a daily basis will have a positive impact on your life and the people around you. What do you need to

Explore the Tarot through the beauty of nature as seen in images drawn within the silhouettes of the Maple, Apple, Oak, and Birch leaves.Utilizing color to convey the meanings on 78 artistic Tarot cards, each card is represented by a leaf in which innovative images and symbols are hidden. Colorful and intricate, the leaf image overlaps the imagery message and vice versa. The magician phrase, “Now

This book teaches how to use drawing as means of expressing a jeweler’s creative ideas. In jewelry, there are other ways of creating which do not stem directly from working in the studio. The most important of these is drawing, an extremely useful tool for jewelers due to its speed and adaptability. Mastering this tool can be a great resource that can help jewelers to progress easily and steadily

For both the experienced and aspiring tattoo artist, as well as creative tattoo customers, this book of inspirational examples of script and banner lettering in a wide range of styles is the ideal cheat sheet. Beginning with traditional handwriting, the book moves into more complex script styles. Discover a range of banners for application on the chest or back, in styles that look elegant and orna

Trees are guardians of our lives, but there is a drastic contrast between the living and the dead in nature and spirit. These disquieting, yet beautiful 78 Tarot cards and guidebook identify a clear correlation of how humans exist within current times.

Keeping a record of Tarot readings to plot your growth over a year can be daunting. Now you can use this simple, effective, and beautiful annual tarot calendar and journal to keep track of your daily readings and seasonal occasions.

This book is a hybrid. It’s a journal, a sketchbook, a planner, but mostly it’s a fun collaboration between you and me. These images and words are mere jumping-off points for your own creativity. Go off on a tangent. Write about elves and fairyland. Draw boxes or rabbits or dollface ladies. Of course there are also pages for writing and planning and thinking because those things are good. Gallop t

Whatever happened to him actually outshines anything I’ve had my James Bond do. —Ian FlemingJames Bond: author, ornithologist, marksman, and . . . identity-theft victim?When James Bond published his landmark book, Birds of the West Indies, he had no idea it would set in motion events that would link him to the most iconic spy in the Western world and turn his life upside down.Born into a wealthy f

Step-by-step instructions for 50 beautiful paintings  including plants, flowers, animals, & more! Love the look of watercolors but think you lack the skill? Think again! With Watercolor the Easy Way, you will paint beautiful masterpieces following the author's simple instructions. You'll learn to mix colors, apply brush strokes, and paint beautiful pictures in only thirty minutes or less. • 50 bea

Find your happy place with intricate coloring patterns, relaxing coloring mazes, and inspirational journal prompts – all in one book! This premium adult coloring book features 98 gorgeous designs celebrating happy places filled with flowers, botanicals, birds, butterflies, and more. Some of the patterns feature beautiful hand-drawn mazes that will relax your mind as you twist and turn your way thr

Welcome to the world of Thomas Sekelius, whose versatile makeup tutorials and vibrant personality captured social media's heart a few years ago. This book is part manifesto, part instruction manual, and Thomas challenges the reader to reject society's ideals and try new styles in both fashion and makeup. Sections include what is in Thomas' makeup bag, step-by-step tutorials for each area including

Congratulations! You're about to take your happiness into your own hands! Using 98 concepts listed alphabetically from A to Z, you'll find ways to make small changes that will lighten and brighten your life. This guided journal uses three phases—introspection, self-challenge, and action—to help you open a new page in your personal story. Jot down your thoughts, feelings, and resolutions to establi

Add some visual zing to your new beekeeping hobby with the very first graphic guide! These fully illustrated pages, perfect for visual learners, offer you complete, easy-to-understand whys and how-tos on every aspect of beekeeping, plus an entertaining approach. Thousands of detailed line drawings teach all you need to succeed with beekeeping, whether your goal is honey, beeswax, a backyard advent

This book brings together 17 Sew a Softie designers from around the world. Each designer has come up with a delightful new hand-sewn project to inspire moms, dads, kids, grandparents, and teachers of all kinds. No expensive machines are required, and each project uses stitches and techniques that can easily be mastered by first-time sewers. Get together with kids and enjoy time together sewing a w

By producing the A300—the first twin-jet, wide-body airliner in the world—the European Airbus consortium succeeded in joining the league of leading aircraft makers. The path was both rocky and exciting. Filled with detailed text, including historical, technological, and flight information, as well as colorful photos, this volume provides a fascinating insight into the history of commercial aviatio

Use this compassionate guide to access your deepest emotions, express them through art, and transform them into tools for healing and understanding. Former psychotherapist turned artist Andy Stanton offers guided meditations, imagery techniques, and collage prompts to open a safe space for not only grief and brokenheartedness, but celebration and thankfulness. First, follow relaxation and imagery

Learn how our creative development is shaped by experiences that isolate us from other people. The insightful words of 97 contemporary quilt artists combine with evocative photos of their quarantine creations during the COVID-19 pandemic's first months. Giving us a fascinating perspective, these visual and personal stories of concerns, despair, and ideas can help connect our own experiences with p

By making creative and beautiful contemporary wreaths, add a handmade focal point to wherever you are. This guide offers step-by-step instructions for 15 wreaths of all types, from live materials to dried botanicals to found objects and other surprising materials. Learn all elements of wreath making. Master the techniques and understand how to choose and source your materials—whether in your yard