decorative arts

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Decorative arts

2020
"The decorative arts, which include the furniture, housewares, and decorations people use in the places where they live, can tell you alot about a society and what they value. . . looks at cultures and design styles and trends from around the world from ancient times to the present"--adapted from back cover.

The unofficial guide to making art in Minecraft

2020
Investigates how Minecraft can be used to try out many forms of art, including how forms of art have changed throughout history, how art has influenced history, how society and history has influenced art, and more.

Japanese paper flowers

elegant kirigami blossoms, bouquets, wreaths and more
Contains color photographs and step-by-step directions for making a variety of Japanese flowers out of colored paper. Features instructions for making bouquets and wreaths out of paper roses, carnations, tulips, daisies, sunflowers, lilies, and other varieties of flowers.
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The Eloquent object

the evolution of American art in craft media since 1945
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By hand

the art of modern lettering
2018
A guide to lettering with brush pens, brushes, and paint pens.

Creative lettering and beyond

inspiring tips, techniques & ideas for hand lettering your way to beautiful works of art
"[Teaches readers how to create] hand-lettered arts and crafts ... [Includes] creative prompts, exercises, and step-by-step projects"--OCLC.

Homebody

a guide to creating spaces you never want to leave
A guide to interior design from Magnolia's Joanna Gaines.
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The big awesome book of hand & chalk lettering

Text and illustrations present fifteen projects that focus on hand lettering in both ink and chalk.
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Animals

"Provides step-by-step instructions to make animal-themed craft projects using household objects. Includes easy-to-follow instructions for making cat masks, fish kites, origami frogs, dancing dragons and more. Includes fun facts and templates to help complete craft projects"--Provided by publisher.

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