Название: Crafting Textiles: Tablet Weaving, Sprang, Lace and Other Techniques from the Bronze Age to the Early 17th Century
Автор: Frances Pritchard
Издательство: Oxbow Books
Год: 2021
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 32 Мб
Язык: английский / English

New research into the techniques of tablet weaving, sprang, braiding, knotting and lace is presented in this lavishly illustrated volume written by leading specialists from Austria, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK, and USA. Drawing inspiration from the pioneering work of Peter Collingwood, this publication explores aspects of these craft skills in the prehistoric, Roman, and medieval world through scientific, object-based analysis and 'research through making'.

Название: Model Making: Technical Skills Using Everyday Objects
Автор: Jack Pratt
Издательство: The Crowood Press
Год: 2023
Страниц: 160
Язык: английский
Формат: epub (true)
Размер: 16.1 MB

Learn to create miniature models using a wide range of objects and materials found in your own home. Model making can be an expensive endeavour, requiring investment in many tools, paints and materials. However, there are many model making techniques that can help to solve these problems and align the model maker with an ever-more sustainably focused world. Aimed at the student, hobbyist and professional alike, this book aims to demonstrate how everyday materials can be used to create the most amazing miniature effects while being more mindful of the environment and saving money. In addition, several chapters focus on general model making knowledge including tools and equipment, paints, washes and finishes, airbrushing, adhesives, health and safety and professional model making practice. The final chapters cover three projects relating to railway modelling, dioramas and wargaming. Each project explains the concept and why certain materials have been chosen, before exploring the build through a step-by-step process so that the true effect of these techniques can be shown.

Название: Fascinating Origami: 101 Models by Adolfo Cerceda
Автор: Vicente Palacios
Издательство: Dover Publications
Год: 1997
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 39 Мб
Язык: английский / English

This book of remarkably original and inventive projects, presented by origami expert Vicente Palacios, provides instructions for constructing over 100 different models attributed to Cerceda. Designed especially for newcomers to the art of paperfolding, they include such traditional figures as a duck in flight, a camel, rabbit, elephant, penguin, cat, jaguar, lion and lioness, butterfly, and polar bear, as well as such unusual subjects as a vampire, kneeling angel, devil, Pegasus, a sofa, and other ingenious creations. Complete folding instructions accompany each project. There are also directions for general folding techniques, a table of folding symbols, a list of origami organizations, and more. A new introduction by origami expert Peter Engel complements a profusely illustrated volume that will delight beginning and veteran paperfolders alike.

Название: Ребенок собирает марки
Автор: Шпагин М.А.
Издательство: Педагогика
Год: 1983
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 196
Размер: 17,05 Мб
Язык: русский

Марки пробуждают интерес к истории и географии, иностранным языкам, воспитывают эстетически. Филателия может стать хорошим помощником родителей в воспитании детей. Книга будет очень полезна и начинающим филателистом, т.к. содержит много полезных советов (уход за марками, их хранение и пр.).

Название: A–Z of Embroidered Motifs: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating over 120 Beautiful Bullion Flowers and Individual FIgures
Автор: Country Bumpkin
Издательство: Search Press
Год: 2014
Формат: PDF
Размер: 65 Мб
Язык: английский / English

An outstanding embroidery reference filled with photos, patterns, and expert tips. From animals to airships to roses and lavender, this book features over 120 bullion designs, 146 step-by-step photos, hints, informative articles by experts, and patterns. For embroiderers, it’s a rich source of both inspirational ideas and practical advice. Beautifully photographed and illustrated, each individual motif is a miniature work of art and will enthrall experienced and novice needleworkers alike.

Название: The Fashion Design Toolkit 18 Patternmaking Techniques for Creative Practice
Автор: Tracy Jennings
Издательство: Bloomsbury
Год: 2022
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 85 Мб
Язык: английский / English

With The Fashion Design Toolkit you'll learn how tried-and-tested techniques like gathers, pleats, tucks, and twists can help you adapt patterns and create your own original garment designs. Tracy Jennings walks you through 18 patterning tactics to inspire fresh ideas, demonstrating how embracing pattern drafting skills can lead to innovative and effective collections. Each technique is illustrated in a variety of contexts, showing how and why it has been used by other designers, so you can use the history of each tool as inspiration for your original collections. Ethical practice is woven throughout the book, with tips on how to implement techniques in an environmentally sustainable way.

Название: Сто пятьдесят спортивных головоломок. Спорт и математика
Автор: Гик Е.Я.
Издательство: М.: МЦНМО
Год: 2017
Формат: pdf/djvu
Страниц: 128
Размер: 10 mb
Язык: русский

В этой необычной книжке соединены две темы – математика и спорт. Автор собрал 150 спортивных задач и головоломок, привел их подробные решения. Расположены головоломки не по математическим темам, как принято, а по видам спорта: футбол, шахматы, теннис, легкая атлетика и т. д. Каждый раздел начинается с простых задач и задач-шуток, так что читателю помимо математических навыков понадобится и чувство юмора.

Название: Waterline Ship Models
Автор: John Bowen
Издательство: Conway Maritime Press
ISBN: 0851770509
Год издания: 1972
Язык: English
Cтраниц: 136
Формат: PDF
Размер: 77,8 MB

Waterline Ship Models

Название: Band Saw Projects
Автор: Tom Crabb
Издательство: Sterling
ISBN: 0806967188
Год: 1988
Формат: PDF
Страниц: 130
Размер: 17 MB
Язык: English

Offers advice on working with a band saw and shows how to make double-walled vessels, vases, breadbaskets, baskets, tankards, chests, bowls, and boxes

Название: Wood: Turning Techniques and Projects You Can Make
Автор: Marisa Bulzone
Издательство: Meredith
ISBN: 0696000296
Год: 1993
Формат: PDF
Страниц: 98
Размер: 29 MB
Язык: English

Tells how to select turning tools, demonstrates various turning techniques, and suggests projects, including a music box, oil lamp, vase, candle holder, rolling pin, napkin rings, and bowls