Embroidery: A Maker's Guide, Paperback - Victoria and Albert Museum

Embroidery: A Maker's Guide contains fifteen beautiful step- by- step projects for crafters at all levels. Each one takes its cue from a different ...

Patchwork & Quilting: A Maker's Guide contains fifteen beautiful step- by- step projects for crafters at all levels. Each one takes its cue from a ...

DescriptionCalligraphy--along with brush lettering, sign writing, and the chalkboard--is undergoing a surge in popularity. Examples of beautiful le...

DescriptionFrom urban farming to public feasting and sensuous tableware, and from edible insects to lab-grown meat, the future of food is a hot top...

DescriptionMary Quant (b. 1934) was an icon of her generation and the personification of 1960s "swinging London." This book, published to accompany...

DescriptionCapturing the highlights of a major V&A exhibition, this stunning volume celebrates the House of Dior from its foundation in 1947 to the...

Marking the 125th anniversary of William Morris's death, this is the most wide-ranging, comprehensive - and beautiful - illustrated study of Willia...

Christian Dior (1905-1957) rocketed to fame with his first collection in 1947 when the "New Look" took the world by storm. This charming and modest...

Explore the phenomenon of Alice in Wonderland, which has captivated readers from Walt Disney to Annie Leibovitz for over 150 years Lewis Carroll's ...

Get intimately acquainted with the V&A's world-renowned collection of undergarments in this eye-opening visual history. From camisoles to corsets, ...

Publisher: Thames & Hudson LtdIllustration(s): 117 Illustrations, colorNumber of pages: 256Publication date: 2022Dimensions: 239 x 185 x 22Cover ty...

Publisher: Thames & Hudson LtdAuthor(s): Eric RaviliousIllustration(s): 24 Illustrations, colorNumber of pages: 112Publication date: 2022Dimensions...

The autobiography of Mary Quant--the inventor of the miniskirt--was originally published in 1966 at the height of Swinging London. After opening he...

A rich and authoritative sourcebook on silk, with more than 600 colour illustrations.Publisher: Thames & Hudson LtdIllustration(s): 620 Illustratio...

DescriptionPaul Poiret (1879-1944) led the fashion world in the first decades of the 20th century. His autobiography tells the story of the meteori...

Contributor(s): Text by (Art/Photo Books): Rosemary CrillThe Victoria and Albert Museum, London, is the world's greatest museum of art and design, ...

This book opens an exciting archive of fashion illustration by Francis Marshall (1901-1980), whose career coincided with the golden age of fashion ...

DescriptionSir Norman Hartnell (1901-1979) was the star of London couture during the interwar years, gaining international fame as dressmaker to th...

DescriptionFrom a distance, micromosaics appear like paintings; it is only on closer inspection that the intricate patterns of tesserae (the tiny p...

A richly illustrated sourcebook of two-dimensional pattern and three dimensional ornamentation, presenting more than 1, 000 historic and contempora...

A fresh and fascinating look at the key subject of Rossetti's art that will appeal to a broad art-loving readership.Illustrations: 126 Illustration...

Barbara Hulanicki's BIBA Shop grew from one room to a five-story department store as it became an icon of hip '60s and '70s London and a hangout fo...

The Italian Renaissance was a golden age for bronze sculpture, both on a grand scale--such as Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise, or Cellini's Perseus--a...

'This is just the novel for whiling away a few pleasant evenings with a nice cup of tea' Publishers WeeklyPublisher: Allison & BusbyAuthor(s): Jim ...

Reducere. From lightbulbs and bottle caps to water taps and peanut butter lids, screws are everywhere! Learn about screws and make your own spinning top with...

Reducere. What is an axle, and how does it make life easier for us Earthlings? Join Maker, a supersmart alien engineer, in a deep dive into axles, from wind ...

Reducere. Inquisitive makers will love learning about pulleys and how they work thanks to Maker, a wacky alien with a passion for simple machines! A hands-on...

Reducere. Repair your favorite socks with style, add flair with personalized patches, and turn ripped jeans into an embroidered masterpiece. For beginner and...

A beautifully illustrated account of one of the greatest royal love matches of all time

Reducere. DescriptionFabrics colored with natural dyes have a beauty and subtlety all of their own. Onion and avocado skins, chamomile and birch bark, and ne...

DescriptionThe arts were an important shared enthusiasm of Queen Victoria and her consort, Prince Albert, throughout their marriage. Of particular ...

Reducere. Embroider 9 stunning plant and pollinator projects that shine with vibrant color and life Exquisitely detailed and worked in silk floss thread with...

Reducere. Pilar loves to dance. She pli s while brushing her teeth. She leaps when hurrying to ballet class. But when tryouts for her favorite ballet are hel...

DescriptionDiscover that our lives are surrounded by robots. Learn what they are, where they come from and their importance today as well as meetin...

Sewing with luxurious felted wool, discover the secrets to dimensional applique that will add depth and drama to your home decor.

All around the world, the public's taste for fermented cider has been growing more rapidly than at any time in the past 150 years. And with the gro...

Description"Papanek's approach seems more relevant than ever in today's challenging times." -Zo Ryan, Curator of Architecture and Design, Art Insti...

In this stunning, color-illustrated collection of floral embroideries, the author of Redoute's Finest Flowers in Embroidery introduces needleworker...