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Bookbinding & Book Arts
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B3242. Creative Greeting Cards / Genovese
Creative Greeting Cards by Sandi Genovese. 2008. 128pp. 8.5"x10". Paper $14.95. SALE.
This is a great card book. You learn to make various types of cards - accordion, envelope, diorama, dangle, faux embossed, folded, mobile and window. With each type, you are presented with several variations for a range of events including Baby Announcements, Birthday, Christmas, Congratulations, Valentines and more. There are step-by-step instructions and templates for the cards and for most of the decorations (embellishments). The over 50 cards are bright and fun. You can easily adapt the cards to even more uses.
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B3238. Glitter Artistry / Trombley
Glitter Artistry: Bags, Tag & Cards by Barbara Trombley. 2006. 128pp. 8.75"x10.25". Hardcover $24.95. SALE.
Glitter is a sophisticated, high-quality product available in hundreds of sparkling shades, sizes, and styles. Discusses the difference between opaque and transparent glitters; the diverse sizes, from chunky to ultra fine; the categories of sheen, from neon to pearlescent; the all-important adhesives; and a variety of exciting techniques. Presents shimmering bag, tag, and card projects -- some travel and vintage inspired, others seasonally themed, and still more for celebrations such as birthdays, graduations, and weddings. For each, you have a materials list, step-by-step instructions, and a full-color photo of the finished project.
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B3241. Wedding Invitations / Cegielski
Wedding Invitations by Jennifer Cegielski. 2004. 158pp. 6.75"x6.75". Hardcover $19.95. SALE.
Like most wedding books, this is directed to the bride-to-be, but it also makes a great manual for calligraphers new to addressing and designing invitations. Presents both traditional and modern designs, details the many different types of inks, papers, & printing methods available, and discusses ceremony cards, response cards, maps, & other enclosures. The text covers all aspects of invitation etiquette, including properly wording inner and outer envelopes. There is a lot of good information in this beautiful book.
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B2731. Pop Up & 3D Cards / Angel
Pop-Up and 3-D Cards: Step-by-Step Projects to Make at Home by Emma Angel. 2005. 96pp. 8.5"x11". Paper $9.95. SALE.
Learn how to make cards that wiggle, fly, spin, and form boxes & tunnels. Includes 18 bright, dimensional cards with step-by-step instructions, templates, and photos of finished cards. Includes V-fold, concertina, interactive and pop-ups. For events and just for fun. Covers customizing the designs for the recipient and making envelopes for your creations. Full-color throughout.
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B3227. Letters to a Young Artist / Julia Cameron.
Letters to a Young Artist: Building a Life in Art by Julia Cameron. 2005. 164pp. 6"x9". Hardcover $19.95.
In the tradition of Rilke's Letters To A Young Poet, this is an original and inspiring work from the bestselling author of The Artist's Way. A rare window into the creative process, this book is an inspired volume from this leading authority on creativity and art.
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B3078. American Watermarks 1690-1835
American Watermarks 1690-1835 by Thomas L. Gravell, George Miller, Elizabeth A. Walsh. 2002. Enlarged 2nd edition . 363pp. 8.75"x11.25". Hardcover $85.00
ON SALE
This enlarged edition adds 300 new watermarks to over the 700 in the first edition. The watermarks include a beaver, birds, eagles in many forms, crowns, an anchor or two, stars, wheat, and the initials or name of the paper mill. In all, 1,057 watermarks have now been computer enhanced and triple-indexed for better identification and includes. For those dealing with undated early American historical documents and autographs, the book is invaluable. Those interested in watermarks and handmade paper will be fascinated by the variety and the number of mills. All photos in b&w.
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B3084. Card Shop/Sandra Lounsbury Foose
B3084. Card Shop / Sandra Lounsbury Foose.
The Card Shop : A Dazzling Collection of Handmade Paper Greetings by Sandra Lounsbury Foose. 2000. 128pp. 9.25"x11". Paper $17.95. SALE $4.98
Fifty cardmaking projects complete with templates and step-by-step instructions so you can cut out and construct. They start with simple fold-and-cut designs, move on to more involved cutouts, and include easy, 3-D constructions. There are cards for each of the four seasons, major holidays, and for no occasion at all. Start off with easy cut-fold-paste projects like the simple Egg Bunny Card or colorful Christmas Cracker Card. Then move on to make amazing 3-D designs - try the Origami Kite Card or the Best Witches Card for Halloween.
Each project is presented with easy step-by-step drawings and full-size patterns. Bright colorful photographs throughout will inspire you to get reacquainted with this simple and most versatile of all craft materials - paper!
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B3096. Complete Guide to Glues & Adhesives / Ward & Young
The Complete Guide to Glues and Adhesives by Nancy Ward & Tammy Young. 2001. 144pp. 8.25x10-7/8" Paper $19.95.
Covers glues and adhesives for crafters, sewers, and artists. Talks in general terms about each kind and then lists the brand names available, which is of great practical value. Provides uses and applications for paper, wood, glass, metal, and stitchless sewing. Includes step-by-step instructions for 30 easy projects highlighting the use of the different kinds of glues and adhesives.
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B2962. Complete Practical Guide to Cardmaking
Complete Practical Guide to Card Making
By Cheryl Owen. 2007. 256. 9"x11.5".Hardcover $29.95.
Many of the recent card books rely heavily on ready-made purchased items. This comprehensive book is more about creating rather than just buying and gluing. Starts with the basic: craft equipment and materials needed followed by papercraft techniques such as cutting, scoring, gilding, stamping, stenciling, making envelopes. Cover styles: working with natural materials, retro, contemporary, and vintage. The 150 step-by-step techniques and project for every occasion follow. 1000 color photos.
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B2734. Decorated Journal
The Decorated Journal: Creating Beautifully Expressive Journal Pages
By Gwen Diehn. 2005. 128pp. 8.5" x 10". Hardcover $24.95. SALE
This follow up to The Decorated Page, presents more of the same and that's a good thing! More great photos, ideas, and examples. Build layered pages, use transparency, and more. Includes sections on making journals and customizing store bought journals.
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