An abundance of diagrammed instructions help paperfolders create25 fascinating creatures, with all models keyed according to difficulty—from the easiest (a duck and a swan) to more challenging projects (crocodile, ibis, parrot, kangaroo, hippopotamus, and even a horse with rider). Includes a helpful section on wet-folding, a technique that creates firmer, more permanent models than ones formed from regular origami paper.
The Art of Architectural Drawing Imagination and Technique
This stunning new book celebrates the power and utility of architectural drawing, not merely as a means to an end. but as emblematic of the larger process of creative thinking. The author thoughtfully presents and discusses architectural images which both derive from and inspire the act of building.
Art of Seed BeadingBeading books tend to concentrate on one technique and ignore or only briefly mention other ones. Here, three very new authors combine their talents to present a wealth of methodologies and an abundance of projects. For each project, instructions come first. And after breezing through a history and overview of equipment, the authors emphasize the how-to in such stitches as peyote and herringbone and such elaborate processes as tubular beaded crochet.
The Pop-Up Book: Step-by-Step Instructions for Creating Over 100 Original Paper Projects
Pop-ups are three-dimensional cut-and-folded paper constructions that are widely used for children's books and greeting cards. They have a magical appeal as they mysteriously fold and unfold. Expanding on pop-up material covered in his earlier The Encyclopedia of Origami & Papercraft (LJ 3/1/92), Jackson offers an instructional guide leading the craftsperson through an introductory section of basics to sections covering techniques and original design.
The Teacher's Book gives full procedural notes for the Student's Book, including ideas for tackling mixed-ability teaching. In addition, it offers: . optional activities throughout for greater flexibility . structured speaking tasks to get students talking confidently . useful tips and strategies to improve students' exam technique . a teacher's guide to dystexia in the classroom . 20 photocopiable pages to recycle and activate the language of each unit in a fun, communicative context
