Название: Penjing: The Chinese Art of Bonsai: A Pictorial Exploration of Its History, Aesthetics, Styles and Preservation
Автор: Zhao Qingquan
Издательство: Shanghai Press
Год: 2012
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 32 Мб
Язык: английский / English

With hundreds of color photographs and illustrations, this Chinese gardening book is a wonderful introduction to penjing—China's treasured bonsai art. Although most people thing bonsai is a Japanese invention, the art originated in ancient China where it is called penjing. The two Chinese characters for penjing ("pot" and "landscape") capture the essence of this art: sculpting microcosms of the beauty of the natural world from plants, rocks, soil, and water, both as an artistic process and as horticultural cultivation. Both penjing and bonsai are art forms that express the beauty of nature. In China, bonsai, as a part of penjing, is often called "tree penjing," or "tree in a pot." The Chinese divide penjing into three categories: tree penjing, rock penjing, and water-and-land penjing.

Название: Bead Embroidery Chinese Style
Автор: Han Yu
Издательство: Shanghai Press
Год: 2019
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 30 Мб
Язык: английский / English

A delicate craft that has been handed down for thousands of years, bead embroidery was popular among the aristocrats in China's imperial courts and is an important part of modern haute couture, wedding dresses, and other accessories. A step-by-step guide to 25 unique embroidery designs, Bead Embroidery Chinese Style incorporates traditional Chinese design elements, including landscape paintings, bird and flower motifs, and famous poems. Projects are both beautiful and useful, and are simple enough for embroidery beginners. Readers will learn аbout: •The different bead embroidery tools, techniques, and materials •Over a dozen embroidery stitches for single-bead, multi-bead, free stitches, layered stitches, and more •Small-scale embroidery projects, including jewelry, coasters, pouches, and silk scarves •More advanced projects, including makeup bags, lamp covers, and wall art.

Название: Quilt Art Chinese Style: Decorate Your Home with Creative Patchwork Designs
Автор: Qiao Shuang
Издательство: Shanghai Press
Год: 2019
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 25 Мб
Язык: английский / English

With its combination of modern techniques and traditional patterns, Quilt Art Chinese Style will be an exciting new challenge for any crafter!This book highlights the popular craft of quilt art, which includes both trendy and timeless quilting techniques to create art objects with a special Asian flair for your home.This book includes:•Basic patchwork techniques for beginners—a popular technique that can be traced all the way back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907)•Step-by-step instructions for small projects, including appliques, clothing accessories and handbags•Larger projects to decorate your home, including tapestries and wall hangings, rugs, table runners and quilts.The beautiful projects highlighted in this book have a uniquely Chinese twist—they are full of culturally-significant symbols as well as elements of Chinese gardening and painting. Each piece is meant to act as a canvas, where crafters can show off their individual creativity.

Название: Silk Ribbon Embroidery Chinese Style: An Illustrated Stitch Guide
Автор: Yuan Weilin
Издательство: Shanghai Press
Год: 2017
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 31 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Silk ribbon embroidery is a handicraft that uses colorful and delicate ribbons as the main material to stitch floral patterns on fabric. The patterns are three dimensional with defined layering effects which are suitable to decorate evening gowns, sweaters, cushions, and even craft pictures. This ribbon embroidery book breaks through the traditional style of Western silk ribbon embroidery by incorporating traditional Chinese elements such as simple layouts with liubai (leaving blank) as well as incorporating the contemporary Chinese art to create silk ribbon embroideries that are unique and ethereal. Readers will find dozens of basic stitching techniques with detailed steps and illustrations that are ranging from small scale decorations on mirrors and handheld fans to large scale stitch art. The patterns include flowers, trees, fish, prawns, architecture and more. Among the different stitches, the prawns, peony and lotus leaf are originated by the author with years of experience.

Название: Paper Flowers Chinese Style: Create Handmade Gifts and Decorations
Автор: Fang Liu
Издательство: Shanghai Press
Год: 2017
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 29 Мб
Язык: английский / English

This Chinese papercraft book introduces readers to 24 unique paper flower patterns, with techniques for their folding and decoration, and tips for composition, color matching, floral vessels and display. The 24 patterns are designed to match the "24 solar terms" on the Chinese lunisolar calendar, with six flowers for each of the four seasons. They are ideal for gracing your living room, bedroom, study or hallway, as ornaments on mirrors and bookcases, or as wall hangings and window display, or being made into bracelet, garland and hairpin accessories. Some can look surprisingly realistic, while others are ingeniously designed, all being great for birthday parties, family gatherings, New Year parties and weddings. Notably, each design has incorporated elements of the Chinese art of flower arrangement, with elegant simplicity and Eastern charm. The Chinese origami book comes with patterns for folds for each design. Readers can either copy these patterns by hand on their preferred paper or simply photocopy them to cut and fold paper flowers by themselves.

Название: The Artist's Manual: The Definitive Art Sourcebook: Media, Materials, Tools, and Techniques
Автор: Rob Pepper
Издательство: ‎DK
Год: 2021
Формат: PDF
Размер: 69 Мб
Язык: английский / English

If you're interested in creating any kind of art, this ebook has everything you need to become a more confident, creative artist--whatever your level of skill or experience. It's like having your very own studio assistant, providing the support you need to find the artist within you. Designed specifically for modern artists who like to take inspiration from and make connections between different art traditions and techniques, The Artist's Manual covers a huge range of methods, including traditional drawing and painting; ceramics, sculpture, and printmaking; and newer areas such as digital art and animation. Discover the tools, practices, and processes that will help unleash your creativity, from first principles to professional tips and tricks.

Название: Макраме
Автор: Згурская М.П
Издательство: Фолио
Год: 2006
Серия: Мастер-класс
ISBN: 966-03-3551-2
Формат: pdf, djvu
Страниц: 229
Размер: 50,4 Mб
Язык: Русский

Макраме... Смеем утверждать, что этот вид рукоделия и искусства, известный еще в Древнем Египте, никогда не выходил из моды. И сегодня ценятся и оригинальные плетеные детали к одежде — манжеты, кружева, воротники, кокетки; и предметы домашнего интерьера — шторы, панно, кашпо, скатерти, ковры; и ювелирные украшения, выполненные путем комбинации узлов макраме с различными бусинками, кулонами, ракушками, янтарем.

Название: Knitting: The Complete Guide
Автор: Jane Davis
Издательство: ‎ Krause Publications
Год: 2008
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 10 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Some books are nice additions to a library, and others are cornerstone selections. This book is one of those foundational references you can rely on for years to come. From its easy-to-use format, to the collection of 200 pattern stitches, this book is a quick and easy guide to all things knitting. The techniques and insight you glean from Knitting - The Complete Guide can be applied to any project, such as the socks, gloves, hat and sweater projects featured inside.

Название: Elegant Handcrafted Wreaths: Make Faux Flowers Come Alive With Breathtaking, Natural Designs
Автор: Stephanie Petrak
Издательство: Page Street Publishing
Год: 2021
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 59 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Make your floral dreams come true with this stunning collection of handmade wreath projects. Lorraine’s Cottage founder Stephanie Petrak will help you build each striking, florist-quality wreath stem by stem. Between springtime buds, summer blooms, fall foliage and winter berries, there’s a whimsical wreath for every occasion. With Stephanie’s shopping tips, it’s easy to find high-quality flowers at any craft store. She shares designer secrets for blending eye-catching blooms with greenery and branches, so your handiwork will look truly natural. Beautiful step-by-step photos accompany each project, bringing professional-looking wreaths within reach of beginners. Experienced crafters will find fresh inspiration and pick up new tips in Stephanie’s advanced designs featuring organic shapes that look unbelievably realistic. Adorn a doorway, liven up an interior or give a one-of-a-kind gift―the possibilities are endless with this creative guide to unique, free-flowing wreaths.

Название: Carving Undercover Santas: 12 Projects in Wood with Patterns and Painting Instructions
Автор: Russell Scott
Издательство: Fox Chapel
Год: 2019
Формат: epub
Страниц: 128
Размер: 39.6 Mb
Язык: English

He’s always watching, but ever wonder how? Carving Undercover Santas features 13 patterns for carving Santa in disguise. Carve Santa as a librarian, policeman, park ranger, lifeguard, basketball coach, fireman, and more! Included are 7 step-by-step wood carving projects and patterns, plus a gallery of an additional 6 designs. Author Russell Scott is an award-winning carving artist and instructor that is known for his distinctive style of caricature Santa carving. See Santa throughout his off-season and make him a part of your d?cor all year-round!