Toy and Model Trams of the World Volume 2 Gottfried Kure; David Voice Adam Gordon 2003 Paperback Illustrated
Vol 2 identifies around 4,000 model trams and kits, including funiculars and monorails, made in plastic, white metal and brass. With around 600 colourVol 2 identifies around 4,000 model trams and kits, including funiculars and monorails, made in plastic, white metal and brass. With around 600 colour photographs, and index for both volumes. ...more
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Bicyle Repair Maintenance and Repair of the Modern Bicycle Rob van der Plas van der Plas 2007 Paperback Illustrated
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The Glass of John Walsh Walsh 1850-1951 Eric Reynolds Richard Dennis 1999 Paperback Illustrated
For more than 100 years, the Walsh factory in Birmingham produced a dazzling array of elegant and popular glass tableware and decorative objects. DrawFor more than 100 years, the Walsh factory in Birmingham produced a dazzling array of elegant and popular glass tableware and decorative objects. Drawing on the company's records and interviews with former employees and descendants of the Walsh family, this book is both a comprehensive history of the business as it kept abreast of changing fashions and weathered two world wars, and an invaluable reference for collectors. The many illustrations include a complete facsimile of the firm's pattern books. ...more
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Botanical Painting with Coloured Pencils
Ann Swan Collins 2010 Hardback Illustrated
Easier to use and more forgiving than watercolours, coloured pencils are becoming increasingly popular for botanical painting. This beautifully illustEasier to use and more forgiving than watercolours, coloured pencils are becoming increasingly popular for botanical painting. This beautifully illustrated book is the first practical guide to their use. It offers clear, step-by-step instructions on materials, composition, perspective, shading and colour mixing, and expert advice on how to render difficult details such as water droplets, tendrils and tiny hairs with precision. ...more
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Patchwork for Beginners
Sue Prichard V&A 2012 Hardback Illustrated
Patchwork is one of the easiest crafts to learn, and this book provides easy-to-follow instructions for simple techniques, combining practical guidancPatchwork is one of the easiest crafts to learn, and this book provides easy-to-follow instructions for simple techniques, combining practical guidance with inspiration from historic examples in the V&A's collections of patchwork, fabrics and patterns. Sue Prichard guides you through the process of creating your own unique objects, from the first steps of assembling the essential tools to tackling pin cushions, cot coverlets and three other projects....more
The traditional jewellery of the Himalayas has an extraordinary visual impact, combining gold and silver with turquoise, coral and pearls. IllustratedThe traditional jewellery of the Himalayas has an extraordinary visual impact, combining gold and silver with turquoise, coral and pearls. Illustrated with more than 100 colour photographs, this book draws on the collections of the V&A and other museums to present a glittering gallery of these beautiful artefacts. Drawing on historical records and oral tradition, it explores the ancient crafts of the region, the religious symbolism of these amulets and talismans, and the trade networks that transported precious materials over vast distances....more
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The Art of Drinking
Philippa Glanville; Sophie Lee (Edited by) V&A 2007 Hardback Illustrated
Alcohol has stimulated a flood of art, advertising and interior design, generated new objects such as the corkscrew and the cocktail shaker and fuelleAlcohol has stimulated a flood of art, advertising and interior design, generated new objects such as the corkscrew and the cocktail shaker and fuelled vivid celebrations of rites of passage, victories and royal occasions. Reflecting on the social history of drinking over more than 500 years, this lavishly illustrated book draws on the collections of the V&A and other museums and galleries to explain how and why an extraordinary range of artefacts - communion cups to puzzle jugs - were created....more
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British Railway Signalling in Colour For the Modeller and Historian Robert Hendry Midland 2001 Paperback Illustrated
With Hendry's authoritative text and commentary on almost 200 colour photographs, this book examines the evolution of British railway signalling sinceWith Hendry's authoritative text and commentary on almost 200 colour photographs, this book examines the evolution of British railway signalling since the 1830s. From the first signal panel ever built - still in use today, 70 years later - to detailed accounts about reading these devices, and with information on classic designers including Webb and Saxby & Farmer, this is an invaluable reference for both signalling devotees and modellers....more
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British Railway Stations in Colour For the Modeller and Historian Nick Jardine Midland 2003 Paperback Illustrated
Nick Jardine's full-colour handbook celebrates that vital interface between passenger and train, the railway station, from the 1950s to the 1980s. ThiNick Jardine's full-colour handbook celebrates that vital interface between passenger and train, the railway station, from the 1950s to the 1980s. This photographic collection has been chosen to represent as wide a cross-section as possible, from the sadly-missed stations on the now defunct Somerset and Dorset Joint line to those that have stood the test of time, such as Bristol Temple Meads; but - with modellers in mind - the emphasis is on smaller stations....more
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The Quilter's Guild Collection Contemporary Quilts, Heritage Inspiration Bridget Long (Edited by) Krause 2005 Paperback Illustrated
From quilts based on 19th century Frame and Log Cabin patterns in the Quilters' Guild Heritage Collection to one inspired by the Gherkin building in LFrom quilts based on 19th century Frame and Log Cabin patterns in the Quilters' Guild Heritage Collection to one inspired by the Gherkin building in London, this project book presents twelve modern designs by twelve different contemporary quilt-makers. All the designs reflect an aspect of the quilting tradition - the Gherkin fitting nicely into the 'tumbling blocks' pattern - and the introductory section presents an illustrated history, '400 Years of Quilts'. ...more
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Design and Colour in Watercolour
Michelle Scragg; Robin Capon Batsford 2009 Hardback Illustrated
After studying at the Glasgow School of Art and working in fabric design, Michelle Scragg returned to her first love, painting, and became a successfuAfter studying at the Glasgow School of Art and working in fabric design, Michelle Scragg returned to her first love, painting, and became a successful artist. In this book she explains her adventurous approach to watercolour and her love for colour and design. Richly illustrated with Scragg's own work, the book discusses the basic skills and strengths of watercolour, the use of bold colour, the value of drawing, the art of translating painting into fabric design, and studio practice. ...more
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The Beginner's Guide: Oil Painting A Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Techniques and Materials Angela Gair New Holland 1997 Paperback Illustrated
With ten original and exciting projects, Angela Gair's practical guide to the techniques of oil painting enables the beginner to start painting immediWith ten original and exciting projects, Angela Gair's practical guide to the techniques of oil painting enables the beginner to start painting immediately. ...more
The Beginner's Guide: Acrylics A Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Techniques and Materials Angela Gair New Holland 1997 Paperback Illustrated
This guide is an inspiration to start working in acrylic paint. After the basics, ten original paintings by contemporary artists form the bases of proThis guide is an inspiration to start working in acrylic paint. After the basics, ten original paintings by contemporary artists form the bases of projects exploring a variety of techniques. ...more
A History of English Glassmaking AD 43-1800 Hugh Willmott Tempus 2005 Paperback Illustrated
Glass-making arrived in England with the Roman legions, and by the Middle Ages was an established craft. Combining historical sources with the latest Glass-making arrived in England with the Roman legions, and by the Middle Ages was an established craft. Combining historical sources with the latest archaeological evidence, this ground-breaking survey traces the development of English glass manufacture up to its industrialization in the 19th century. Extensively illustrated with plans, drawings and photographs, it explains the methods and materials, explores key sites and local styles, and outlines the technological innovations of this long and rich craft tradition. ...more
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Fairies Art Studio Everything You Need to Create Your Own Magical Fairy World David Riche Watson-Guptill 2010 HB + CDROM Illustrated
With artworks by fairy artist Myrea Pettit, this book offers a hands- on introduction to digital art. It explains how to use techniques such as mixingWith artworks by fairy artist Myrea Pettit, this book offers a hands- on introduction to digital art. It explains how to use techniques such as mixing and matching clipart elements, colouring, shading and airbrushing in Photoshop software (Adobe Creative Suite or Photoshop Elements) and how to create your own fairies from the hundreds of fairy characters, plants and flowers, accessories and backgrounds contained in the accompanying CD. Requires Windows XP or later, Mac OSX or later. ...more
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