Author: Michael Jacobs
Publisher: North Light Books
Keywords: slide, amp, flip, pop, cards
Number of Pages: 96
Published: 2005-01-25
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 1581805969
ISBN-13: 9781581805963

This creative guide will teach readers how to craft one-of-a-kind cards with moving parts such as pop-ups, sliders and flaps. Using step-by-step instructions and 22 easy-to-follow templates, readers will learn how to: Put together clever and dynamic interactive cards using simple tools that are easy to find in craft stores Use a variety of papers, from handmade and printed to recycled, for unique graphic looks Create their own envelopes for a stunning total package Readers will also discover how to jazz up any project using inks, collage, coloured pencils and more.

Author: Julie Collings
Publisher: North Light Books
Keywords: crafts, tickle, fancy, media, mixed, little, felts, pretty
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2008-10-03
List price: $22.99
ISBN-10: 1600610900
ISBN-13: 9781600610905

Pretty Little Felts features a wide range of pretty and functional projects from useful items, like a colorfully embellished needle book and zippered pouch, to a number of whimsical and playful offerings, like tiny flowers with crochet-edged petals and paper dolls. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions accompany the 24 projects, and crafters of all skill levels will appreciate the comprehensive getting started guide and bonus gallery of 25 project variations. Crafters who enjoy simple sewing and mixed-media art will appreciate the combination of both aspects in these fancy little felt proje

Author: North Light Fine Art Editorial Staff
Publisher: North Light Books
Keywords: guide, essential, animals, painting, drawing
Number of Pages: 191
Published: 2008-10-06
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 1600611109
ISBN-13: 9781600611100

Most artists consider animal art to not only be fun but also a great way to develop skills that help them to improve their drawing and painting abilities. Readers will enjoy learning from 10 different artists who show them, step-by-step, how to draw and paint some of the most popular animals. The line-up includes dogs, cats, horses, birds, deer, rabbits and more.

Author: Lee Hammond
Publisher: North Light Books
Keywords: drawing, book, hammond, lee
Number of Pages: 240
Published: 2004-02-27
List price: $22.99
ISBN-10: 1581804733
ISBN-13: 9781581804737

Now beginning artists can get all the drawing help they need in one convenient place. Bestselling author Lee Hammond is known for her clear, basic methods for drawing nearly any subject. This giant book brings together the best projects from her other titles into one super-sized guide. Readers will find: - Popular subjects like people, animals, flowers and nature - An encouraging "You Can Do It" section - Clear step-by-step instructions to guarantee success - Chapters on choosing materials and mastering basic techniques This entire book showcases realistic, appealing artwork that

Author: Laure Paillex
Publisher: North Light Books
Keywords: acrylics, flowers, fun, amp, fast
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2006-06-25
List price: $28.99
ISBN-10: 1581808275
ISBN-13: 9781581808278

The growing trend of acrylic painting is combined with the ever-popular subject of flowers in this fun, bright and colorful guidebook for beginning painters. Fast & Fun Flowers in Acrylics gives readers all they need to create great-looking paintings right away, with: -More than 50 step-by-step, featuring subjects ranging from garden flowers to wildflowers, each of which can be completed in 8 steps or less -A simplified approach to technique, with only three types of brushes used to paint every type of flower -An accessible, visually appealing design that focuses on illustration

Author: Rachel Rubin Wolf
Publisher: North Light Books
Keywords: techniques, basic, series, watercolor, painting, flower
Number of Pages: 127
Published: 1996-09-15
List price: $17.99
ISBN-10: 0891347305
ISBN-13: 9780891347309

Clean,tight book. Extensively illustrated. This books shows how 24 watercolor paitners capture their subjects’ billiant colors, subtle shadings, graceful shapes and delicate textures. Step-by-step instruction. Topics include basic supplies, forms and textures, special tips, etc. 127pp.

Author: Sally Traidman
Publisher: North Light Books
Keywords: cards, minutes, stylish, over, simply
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2006-05-04
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 1581806744
ISBN-13: 9781581806748

A value-packed guide with more than 100 designs, Simply Cards makes it easy for even the complete beginner to create fashionable greetings in minutes. The book: -Doubles the fun for crafters: Each of the 52 step-by-step projects includes a variation that creates a completely different look with the exact same stamps -Features simple designs that play on the bright, happy colors in vogue right now -Appeals to rubber stampers, papercrafters, card makers, and scrapbookers -Combines fun embellishments with pretty paper and cool stamps Crafters still love card making--and these quick