by redfive | Jun 14, 2020 | REVIEWS
These felted figurines are so darling — super cute yet so realistic, all at once. I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to get the proportions right, but this book has been a big help. The book is paperback, large, and really high quality, with lavish...
by redfive | Jun 14, 2020 | REVIEWS
This is a great gift for anyone interested in learning how to create little folded papercraft boxes. There are several pages of general instructions, too, which help to understand the consistent and well-designed folding instructions later. There are eight tutorials,...
by redfive | May 19, 2020 | REVIEWS
This must be the “bible” of Mexican papier-mâché sculptures, which are known as “cartonerÃa.” Everyone is familiar with these delightful sculptures, especially through piñatas. Some artisans have taken their medium to new levels, though,...
by redfive | May 19, 2020 | REVIEWS
This is a wonderful introductory guide to would-be experts in watercolor painting. It includes 150 single-page, four-step lessons. Most are single objects, individual items that might be arranged in still-life paintings. I love the style of painting shown, which is...
by redfive | May 11, 2020 | REVIEWS
In life, I often look for short cuts. Yet, it’s so seldom I find real ones that really save time and money. This book is the real deal. It spells out the specifics of what acrylics you really need (or ought to get) and how best to use them, to save time yet...
