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African Crafts African Crafts


Clear step-by-step instructions and colour photographs show children how to tackle five crafts from Africa: weaving, printing, pottery, making a shaker instrument and making a mask.

- Children can enjoy trying out five traditional African crafts by following these clear, well-illustrated instructions
- Learn about the cultures, traditions, and traditional craftspeople behind each craft
- The author is an experienced craft teacher who describes her travels round West Africa to research the book

Publisher: British Museum Press
Author: Lynne Garner
ISBN: 0714130346
Published: 2004
Paperback: 48 pages, 215 x 215 mm, 110 colour photographs 



Price:   £10.99



Celtic Designs Celtic Designs


An arts and crafts source book

Author: David James
Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
ISBN: 0304361267
Published: 2001
Paperback: 96 pages, 275 x 220 mm 



Price:   £9.99



The Art of Chinese Calligraphy The Art of Chinese Calligraphy


Instructions and tools for practicing the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy have never been easier.

This kit contains everything you need for beautiful writing: pot, ink, stone, spoon, brushes, paper and an instruction book.

Author: Melanie Votaw
Publisher: Running Press
ISBN: 0762414804
Published: 2003 



Price:   £5.99



European Folk Art Designs European Folk Art Designs


Traditional motifs from Austria, Poland, Hungary, Russia, Switzerland and other European countries include scores of charming designs incorporating florals, wildlife and human figures in folk costumes.

Publisher: Dover Publications
Author: Marty Noble
ISBN: 0486437574
Published: 2004
Paperback: 64 pages, 210 x 279 mm 



Price:   £9.95



Greek Designs Greek Designs


Greek art usually brings to mind magnificent statues and gleaming temples. However, the richness and variety of Greek designs, as represented in the drawings of this book, remind us of the many other extraordinary achievements of the Greeks.

A clear and concise introduction outlines the historical background to the designs and touches on the many themes represented in vase painting, sculpture, architecture and coinage, amongst others. Useful information is provided in the notes on the materials, techniques and sources of each design illustrated.

An essential and inspirational tool for designers, artists, teachers and students alike, this book is a wonderful visual reference to the myriad of Greek designs.

Publisher: British Museum Press
Author: Susan Bird
ISBN: 0714122394
Published: 2003
Paperback: 128 pages, 276 x 219 mm 



Price:   £9.99



Designs and Motifs from India Designs and Motifs from India


An incredibly rich treasury of more than 200 traditional designs, developed by Indian artists over thousands of years.

Exquisite adaptations from authentic embroideries and fabrics, pottery, mosaics, illuminated manuscripts and other sources. Perfect for artistic and design inspiration, these striking, permission-free motifs can easily be adapted for use in textiles and wallpaper, in furniture design, and in a host of other art and craft projects.

Publisher: Dover Publications
Author: Marty Noble
ISBN: 0486434036
Published: 2004
Paperback: 64 pages, 213 x 280 mm 



Price:   £9.95



Islamic Designs Islamic Designs


British Museum Pattern Books reproduce in line drawings the rich variety of patterns and designs which decorate art and artefacts in The British Museum and elsewhere. This visual anthology of 280 designs and patterns is drawn from the rich heritage of Islamic art.

Publisher: British Museum Publications
ISBN: 0714180661
Published: 2003
Paperback: 128 pages, 276 x 219 mm, 280 black and white illustrations 



Price:   £9.99



Mehndi Designs: Traditional Henna Body Art Mehndi Designs: Traditional Henna Body Art


More than 160 designs, mainly from India, adapted from authentic images used in the ancient art of henna body painting, incorporate scores of beautiful patterns.

Used to cover hands, forearms and feet during the celebration of weddings, births and other traditional occasions, the designs include fine line, lacy and paisley motifs, as well as assorted floral borders, heart-shaped insets, and repeat patterns featuring abstracts and woven tendrils. Great for artists, designers and anyone interested in Indian henna painting. 166 black-and-white illustrations.

Publisher: Dover Publications
Author: Marty Noble
ISBN: 0486438600
Published: 2004
Paperback: 32 pages, 210 x 279 mm 



Price:   £6.95



Origami Pack Origami Pack

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A sturdy pack containing a 24-page book and colourful origami paper to make all the models.

There are simple instructions for frogs that jump, flapping birds, bangers that really bang and windmills, stars and lilies and much more. Each model is carefully explained with step-by-step diagrams and tips and hints to help make them successful.

- Simple explanations of the main origami folds
- Step-by-step instructions for all the models
- Paper for all the models, plus extra for your own ideas

Author: Fiona Watt
Publisher: Usborne
ISBN: 0746054939
Published: 2003
Paperback: 24 pages, 305 x 229 mm 



Price:   £9.99



Pacific Designs Pacific Designs


Pacific Designs presents a rich collection of designs drawn from the varied heritage of the Pacific cultures, including those of Australia, New Zealand, the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea and Micronesia.

The illustrations are carefully researched and based on close observation of many types of artefacts from pottery and wood carving to textiles, whilst the introduction describes the history of the peoples of Oceania.

Publisher: British Museum Publications
Author: Rebecca Jewell
ISBN: 0714180769
Published: 1998
Paperback: 128 pages, 276 x 219 mm, 300 black and white illustrations 



Price:   £9.99



Southeast Asian Designs Southeast Asian Designs


More than 100 authentic, intricately detailed motifs depict an exotic array of designs from Burma, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Malaysia.

Images include serene Buddhas, bold textile designs, sandstone sculptures, papier mâché masks, shadow puppets, tattoos, bronze statues, and details from decorative panels and temple ornaments. These intriguing, permission-free illustrations are perfect for adding a unique cultural flavour to any art or craft project. Approximately 125 black-and-white designs.

Publisher: Dover Publications
Author: Marty Noble
ISBN: 0486431061
Published: 2003
Paperback: 32 pages, 210 x 280 mm 



Price:   £6.95



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