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The Chicks with Sticks Guide to Knitting

by Nancy Queen, Mary Ellen O'Connell ...

Chicks, start your sticks! This time it’s all about knittingStop letting worry knit your brows, ladies. Let go of your fear of knitting, and take hold of The Chicks with Sticks® Guide to Knitting. With more than 30 simple, chic projects plus simple step-by-step instructions, this book is the complete guide to starting and enjoying this fun, rewarding hobby. New knitters can finish up their first ... Read more

Was $11.99 CAD Now $8.99 CAD

Chicks, start your sticks! This time it’s all about knittingStop letting worry knit your brows, ladies. Let go of your fear of knitting, and take hold of The Chicks with Sticks® Guide to Knitting. With more than 30 simple, chic projects plus simple step-by-step instructions, this book is the complete guide to starting and enjoying this fun, rewarding hobby. New knitters can finish up their first
... Read more
Sarah Style

by Sarah Richardson ...

From bestselling author, HGTV star, and Canadian design queen Sarah Richardson comes the interior design book of the decade.Ever wondered how to transform your laundry room from drab to fab? Your kitchen from prison to paradise? Your bedroom from boring to beautiful?Now you can, in this comprehensive interior design tome by design maven extraordinaire Sarah Richardson. Within these beautiful, full ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

From bestselling author, HGTV star, and Canadian design queen Sarah Richardson comes the interior design book of the decade.Ever wondered how to transform your laundry room from drab to fab? Your kitchen from prison to paradise? Your bedroom from boring to beautiful?Now you can, in this comprehensive interior design tome by design maven extraordinaire Sarah Richardson. Within these beautiful, full
... Read more
Graphic Design Rules

365 Essential Design Dos and Don'ts

by Tony Seddon, Sean Adams, Peter Dawson, John Foster ...

DON'T use comic sans (except ironically!) but DO worship the classic typefaces like Helvetica and Garamond. Graphic Design Rules is a handy guide for professional graphic designers, students, and laymen who incorporate graphic design into their job or small business. Packed with practical advice, this spirited collection of design dos and don'ts takes readers through 365 rules like knowing when to ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

DON'T use comic sans (except ironically!) but DO worship the classic typefaces like Helvetica and Garamond. Graphic Design Rules is a handy guide for professional graphic designers, students, and laymen who incorporate graphic design into their job or small business. Packed with practical advice, this spirited collection of design dos and don'ts takes readers through 365 rules like knowing when to
... Read more
Big Design, Small Budget

Create a Glamorous Home in Nine Thrifty Steps

by Betsy Helmuth, John Ha ...

As seen on the TODAY Show!Homeowners and renters of all means dream of having a beautiful home. With the lingering recession, many of us have less to work with but still long to live in style. Big Design, Small Budget makes luxury an affordable reality. In this DIY home decorating handbook, Helmuth reveals insider tips and her tried-and-tested methods for designing on a budget.In the past year, ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

As seen on the TODAY Show!Homeowners and renters of all means dream of having a beautiful home. With the lingering recession, many of us have less to work with but still long to live in style. Big Design, Small Budget makes luxury an affordable reality. In this DIY home decorating handbook, Helmuth reveals insider tips and her tried-and-tested methods for designing on a budget.In the past year,
... Read more
Drawing School

Fundamentals for the Beginner

by Jim Dowdalls ...

A traditional drawing class in a book to help you master basic skills, including form, space, depth, proportion, composition, perspective, and more.California State University art professor Jim Dowdalls starts new students out by demonstrating how to use the different types of drawing tools, including how to hold a pencil, how to use supports, and how to make a variety of marks and strokes. ... Read more

$23.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A traditional drawing class in a book to help you master basic skills, including form, space, depth, proportion, composition, perspective, and more.California State University art professor Jim Dowdalls starts new students out by demonstrating how to use the different types of drawing tools, including how to hold a pencil, how to use supports, and how to make a variety of marks and strokes.
... Read more
Crochet Master Class

by Jean Leinhauser, Rita Weiss ...

Crochet Master Class presents 18 crochet techniques taught by some of the world’s best crochet designers and instructors. Each chapter focuses on a different technique, inviting you to dip in, experiment, and then apply your newfound skills to create a custom piece designed by these crochet luminaries. You’ll learn Hairpin Lace from Stitch Diva Jennifer Hansen, discover the intricate color work of ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

Crochet Master Class presents 18 crochet techniques taught by some of the world’s best crochet designers and instructors. Each chapter focuses on a different technique, inviting you to dip in, experiment, and then apply your newfound skills to create a custom piece designed by these crochet luminaries. You’ll learn Hairpin Lace from Stitch Diva Jennifer Hansen, discover the intricate color work of
... Read more
The ABC Murders

by Agatha Christie ...

Series Book 7 - Hercule Poirot
The A.B.C. Murders is a gripping detective novel featuring the brilliant Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot. When a series of killings occurs across England — each victim’s name and town following alphabetical order, and an A.B.C. railway guide left at every crime scene — Poirot is challenged by a clever and taunting serial killer. As the murders continue, Poirot races against time to uncover the ... Read more

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The A.B.C. Murders is a gripping detective novel featuring the brilliant Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot. When a series of killings occurs across England — each victim’s name and town following alphabetical order, and an A.B.C. railway guide left at every crime scene — Poirot is challenged by a clever and taunting serial killer. As the murders continue, Poirot races against time to uncover the
... Read more
Just My Type

A Book About Fonts

by Simon Garfield ...

A hugely entertaining and revealing guide to the history of type that asks, What does your favorite font say about you?Fonts surround us every day, on street signs and buildings, on movie posters and books, and on just about every product we buy. But where do fonts come from, and why do we need so many? Who is responsible for the staid practicality of Times New Roman, the cool anonymity of Arial, ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

A hugely entertaining and revealing guide to the history of type that asks, What does your favorite font say about you?Fonts surround us every day, on street signs and buildings, on movie posters and books, and on just about every product we buy. But where do fonts come from, and why do we need so many? Who is responsible for the staid practicality of Times New Roman, the cool anonymity of Arial,
... Read more
Rendering in Pen and Ink

The Classic Book On Pen and Ink Techniques for Artists, Illustrators, Architects, and Designers

by Arthur L. Guptill ...

Arthur L. Guptill's classic Rendering in Pen and Ink has long been regarded as the most comprehensive book ever published on the subject of ink drawing. This is a book designed to delight and instruct anyone who draws with pen and ink, from the professional artist to the amateur and hobbyist. It is of particular interest to architects, interior designers, landscape architects, industrial designers ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

Arthur L. Guptill's classic Rendering in Pen and Ink has long been regarded as the most comprehensive book ever published on the subject of ink drawing. This is a book designed to delight and instruct anyone who draws with pen and ink, from the professional artist to the amateur and hobbyist. It is of particular interest to architects, interior designers, landscape architects, industrial designers
... Read more
The Oil Painting Course You've Always Wanted

Guided Lessons for Beginners and Experienced Artists

by Kathleen Staiger ...

Everything you always wanted to know about oil painting...but were afraid to ask. Or maybe you weren’t afraid—maybe you just didn’t know what to ask or where to start. In The Oil Painting Course You’ve Always Wanted**,** author Kathleen Staiger presents crystal clear, step-by-step lessons that build to reinforce learning. Brush control, creating the illusion of three dimensions, foolproof color ... Read more

$6.99 CAD

Everything you always wanted to know about oil painting...but were afraid to ask. Or maybe you weren’t afraid—maybe you just didn’t know what to ask or where to start. In The Oil Painting Course You’ve Always Wanted**,** author Kathleen Staiger presents crystal clear, step-by-step lessons that build to reinforce learning. Brush control, creating the illusion of three dimensions, foolproof color
... Read more
Jewelry Making For Beginners: A Complete & Easy Step by Step Guide

by Janet Evans ...

"Jewelry Making For Beginners" is a text that not only highlights the basics of making various types of jewelry, it also goes just a bit further into the process without making it overwhelming for the beginner. The aim that the author has with this text is to inform and educate and make the overall process as easy as possible to execute. The individual that has no concept at all of what jewelry ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

"Jewelry Making For Beginners" is a text that not only highlights the basics of making various types of jewelry, it also goes just a bit further into the process without making it overwhelming for the beginner. The aim that the author has with this text is to inform and educate and make the overall process as easy as possible to execute. The individual that has no concept at all of what jewelry
... Read more
The Tattoo Encyclopedia

A Guide to Choosing Your Tattoo

by Terisa Green ...

A unique illustrated reference on the origins and meanings of nearly one thousand tattoo symbols that serves as a guide for choosing a personal image and provides a fascinating look at the tattoo as a work of art.Tattoos continue to move into the mainstream and grow in popularity with each passing day. For people contemplating getting a tattoo, however, the choice of images can be overwhelming. A ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

A unique illustrated reference on the origins and meanings of nearly one thousand tattoo symbols that serves as a guide for choosing a personal image and provides a fascinating look at the tattoo as a work of art.Tattoos continue to move into the mainstream and grow in popularity with each passing day. For people contemplating getting a tattoo, however, the choice of images can be overwhelming. A
... Read more
Universal Principles of Design, Revised and Updated

125 Ways to Enhance Usability, Influence Perception, Increase Appeal, Make Better Design Decisions,

by William Lidwell, Kritina Holden, Butler ...

Universal Principles of Design, Revised and Updated is a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary encyclopedia covering 125 laws, guidelines, human biases, and general considerations important to successful design. Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, it pairs clear explanations of every design concept with visual examples of the ideas applied in practice. From the 80/20 Rule to the Weakest Link, ... Read more

$36.99 CAD

Universal Principles of Design, Revised and Updated is a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary encyclopedia covering 125 laws, guidelines, human biases, and general considerations important to successful design. Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, it pairs clear explanations of every design concept with visual examples of the ideas applied in practice. From the 80/20 Rule to the Weakest Link,
... Read more
The Art Spirit

by Robert Henri ...

A classic work of advice, criticism, and inspiration for aspiring artists and lovers of art"Art when really understood is the province of every human being." So begins The Art Spirit, the collected words, teachings, and wisdom of innovative artist and beloved teacher Robert Henri. Henri, who painted in the Realist style and was a founding member of the Ashcan School, was known for his belief in ... Read more

$17.99 CAD

A classic work of advice, criticism, and inspiration for aspiring artists and lovers of art"Art when really understood is the province of every human being." So begins The Art Spirit, the collected words, teachings, and wisdom of innovative artist and beloved teacher Robert Henri. Henri, who painted in the Realist style and was a founding member of the Ashcan School, was known for his belief in
... Read more
How To Make Jewelry With Beads: An Easy & Complete Step By Step Guide

by Janet Evans ...

It's quite easy to make your own jewelry when you know how. After finishing this book not only will you be able to create unique and stunning jewelry designs with beads for yourself but for others as well. As you'll discover, to make jewelry with beads, you don't need any specialized skills or knowledge in metal work or power tools. If you really want to see your hobby flourish then learning the ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

It's quite easy to make your own jewelry when you know how. After finishing this book not only will you be able to create unique and stunning jewelry designs with beads for yourself but for others as well. As you'll discover, to make jewelry with beads, you don't need any specialized skills or knowledge in metal work or power tools. If you really want to see your hobby flourish then learning the
... Read more
How to Sell Your Art Online

Live a Successful Creative Life on Your Own Terms

by Cory Huff ...

An essential guide for every kind of artist that teaches them how to skip the gallery system, find their niche, and connect directly with collectors to profitably sell their art.For years, galleries have acted as gatekeeper separating artists and collectors. But with the explosion of the Internet, a new generation of savvy, independent artists is connecting with buyers and making a substantial ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

An essential guide for every kind of artist that teaches them how to skip the gallery system, find their niche, and connect directly with collectors to profitably sell their art.For years, galleries have acted as gatekeeper separating artists and collectors. But with the explosion of the Internet, a new generation of savvy, independent artists is connecting with buyers and making a substantial
... Read more
Aphorisms for Artists

100 Ways Toward Better Art

by Walter Darby Bannard ...

A Volume of Timeless Wisdom for Artists to Consult Like an OracleWhy do young artists struggle to find their voices? Walter Darby Bannard, a renowned teacher, critic, and internationally exhibited painter, contemplated that question for more than two decades. At the urging of one of his former students, Bannard set down his thoughts in a short book, Aphorisms for Artists: 100 Ways Toward Better ... Read more

$18.84 CAD

A Volume of Timeless Wisdom for Artists to Consult Like an OracleWhy do young artists struggle to find their voices? Walter Darby Bannard, a renowned teacher, critic, and internationally exhibited painter, contemplated that question for more than two decades. At the urging of one of his former students, Bannard set down his thoughts in a short book, Aphorisms for Artists: 100 Ways Toward Better
... Read more
Art Without Compromise

by Wendy Richmond ...

Combining 24 years of research and insight from her columns in Communication Arts magazine, artist, educator, and writer Wendy Richmond challenges artists to investigate their work through multiple lenses in her newest book, Art Without Compromise*. Her commentaries, exercises, and wide-ranging references to contemporary thinkers will inspire artists to change the way they think about their ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

Combining 24 years of research and insight from her columns in Communication Arts magazine, artist, educator, and writer Wendy Richmond challenges artists to investigate their work through multiple lenses in her newest book, Art Without Compromise*. Her commentaries, exercises, and wide-ranging references to contemporary thinkers will inspire artists to change the way they think about their
... Read more
Watercolor Painting

A Comprehensive Approach to Mastering the Medium

by Tom Hoffmann ...

The beauty of a watercolor painting lies in its diaphanous layers, delicate strokes, and luminous washes. However, the very features that define the beauty of the medium can make it difficult to master. This complete guide to understanding the relationships between color, value, wetness, and composition unravels the mysteries of watercolor to help your practice evolve.Experienced teacher and ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

The beauty of a watercolor painting lies in its diaphanous layers, delicate strokes, and luminous washes. However, the very features that define the beauty of the medium can make it difficult to master. This complete guide to understanding the relationships between color, value, wetness, and composition unravels the mysteries of watercolor to help your practice evolve.Experienced teacher and
... Read more
The Kaufmann Mercantile Guide

How to Split Wood, Shuck an Oyster, and Master Other Simple Pleasures

by Sebastian Kaufmann, Alexandra Redgrave ...

Modern living isn't easy. It often seems to require some know-how our parents didn't pass on, or a special tool. Happily, Kaufmann Mercantile has both, and in this comprehensive field guide, they share their expertise on a huge range of topics, from frying an egg, tying a tie, or brewing coffee to things the inner utilitarian in all of us aspires to do, like splitting wood, building a fire, ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

Modern living isn't easy. It often seems to require some know-how our parents didn't pass on, or a special tool. Happily, Kaufmann Mercantile has both, and in this comprehensive field guide, they share their expertise on a huge range of topics, from frying an egg, tying a tie, or brewing coffee to things the inner utilitarian in all of us aspires to do, like splitting wood, building a fire,
... Read more
Watercolor 365

Daily Tips, Tricks and Techniques

by Leslie Redhead ...

A year's worth of tips, techniques, advice and more!Make watercolor a part of your daily life, turning every day into inspiration for your art. Designed to fit your life, Watercolor 365--the first watercolor book of its kind--provides a complete education in the medium, one bite-sized bit of information at a time. Open it daily to find a new tip, idea, technique or challenge...all aimed at getting ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

A year's worth of tips, techniques, advice and more!Make watercolor a part of your daily life, turning every day into inspiration for your art. Designed to fit your life, Watercolor 365--the first watercolor book of its kind--provides a complete education in the medium, one bite-sized bit of information at a time. Open it daily to find a new tip, idea, technique or challenge...all aimed at getting
... Read more
The Dress Doctor

Prescriptions for Style, From A to Z

by Edith Head ...

Edith Head was perhaps the most famous Hollywood costume designer of all time. Long before Rachel Zoe, Andrea Leibermann, Estee Stanley, and Nicole Chavez were styling Hollywood celebrities, eight-time Oscar Award-winning Edith Head was the sartorial sensation behind the silver screen’s most high-profile stars and starlets. The Dress Doctor, adapted from her 1959 autobiography and enhanced with ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Edith Head was perhaps the most famous Hollywood costume designer of all time. Long before Rachel Zoe, Andrea Leibermann, Estee Stanley, and Nicole Chavez were styling Hollywood celebrities, eight-time Oscar Award-winning Edith Head was the sartorial sensation behind the silver screen’s most high-profile stars and starlets. The Dress Doctor, adapted from her 1959 autobiography and enhanced with
... Read more
How to Draw Portraits

by Jeremy Lee ...

How to Draw Portraits is a unique collection of techniques, terminology, and examples for the beginner and advanced graphite artist. Over one hundred illustrations support carefully reviewed explanations of elemental technique. Discover that you can draw with an eraser and simulate skin texture with circularism. Find out how to draw hair, and how to break down complex shapes into simple abstract ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

How to Draw Portraits is a unique collection of techniques, terminology, and examples for the beginner and advanced graphite artist. Over one hundred illustrations support carefully reviewed explanations of elemental technique. Discover that you can draw with an eraser and simulate skin texture with circularism. Find out how to draw hair, and how to break down complex shapes into simple abstract
... Read more
You Can Draw It in Just 30 Minutes

See It and Sketch It in a Half-Hour or Less

by Mark Kistler ...

"Sharpen your pencils and open your sketchbook; your teacher is waiting."--Boston GlobeEmmy Award-winning and longtime PBS host Mark Kistler is back with You Can Draw It in Just 30 Minutes, the sequel to his hugely popular You Can Draw in 30 Days. Take a 30-minute creativity break and be amazed at what you accomplish! Learn to draw 25 different everyday objects--each completed in just half an hour ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

"Sharpen your pencils and open your sketchbook; your teacher is waiting."--Boston GlobeEmmy Award-winning and longtime PBS host Mark Kistler is back with You Can Draw It in Just 30 Minutes, the sequel to his hugely popular You Can Draw in 30 Days. Take a 30-minute creativity break and be amazed at what you accomplish! Learn to draw 25 different everyday objects--each completed in just half an hour
... Read more

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