IlLISTration

IlLISTration

I have some budding artists in my home, so I’ve bought them each several items to spark their creativity — grown-up coloring books, doodling guides, and more. In ilLISTration, there are illustrations from 12 different artists, each with their own design...
Simply Calligraphy

Simply Calligraphy

I’ve practiced several styles of calligraphy in years past, but it’s been quite a while since I’ve attempted it and instead have switched over to digital design. When I saw Simply Calligraphy, I thought it would be nice to brush up on some of the...
Creative Origami And Beyond

Creative Origami And Beyond

I love how this large and beautiful book takes us on a tour of four world-class origami artists and helps us see not only the basics of origami, but how these basics can be used to express a unique artistic vision. My children have made their own bracelets, and each...
Paper Dolls Fashion Workshop

Paper Dolls Fashion Workshop

To me, the emphasis in Paper Dolls Fashion Workshop is on the “fashion workshop” rather than the paper dolls. It provides examples and templates for paper dolls, yes, but it primarily encourages girls and women of all ages to design fashions for the doll...