Color Your World

Author

Stokstad, Marilyn, 1929-2016

Summary

For survey courses in Art History Welcoming, inclusive, engaging, and global Art History brings the history of art to life for a new generation of students. It is global in scope, inclusive in its coverage, and warm and welcoming in tone. The guiding vision of Art History is that the teaching of art history survey courses should be filled with equal delight, enjoyment, and serious learning, while fostering an enthusiastic and educated public for the...

2) The art thief: a true story of love, crime, and a dangerous obsession

Author

Finkel, Michael

Formats

Book, Large Print, eAudiobook, eBook, Kindle

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"The true story of the world's most prolific art thief--a spellbinding portrait of obsession and flawed genius, from the bestselling author of The Stranger in the Woods. For centuries, works of art have been stolen in countless ways from all over the world, but no one has been quite as successful at it as the master thief Stéphane Breitwieser. Carrying out more than two hundred heists over nearly ten years--in museums and cathedrals all over Europe--Breitwieser,...

3) Art for dummies

Author

Hoving, Thomas, 1931-2009

Series

For dummies

4) Art is everywhere: a book about Andy Warhol

Author

Mack, Jeff

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This is the story of Andy Warhol--and how his pop art took the world by storm. From drawing shoes for a shoe company to his Campbell's Soup cans and Marilyn Monroe prints, Andy made art out of the everyday. People claimed Andy's art wasn't real art, but that didn't stop him from making it, plus movies, a magazine, a TV show, and more!

5) Art of clay: timeless pottery of the southwest

6) Let's rock!: rock painting for kids

Author

Kranz, Linda, 1955-

7) Creating textures in watercolor: a guide to painting 83 textures from grass to glass to tree bark to fur

Author

Johnson, Cathy (Cathy A.)

8) Legacy: Southwest Indian art at the School of American Research

9) Native American art

Author

James, Trisha

Series

Inside Guide Celebrating Native American Cultures

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"Native American art encompasses a multitude of handicrafts, including rugs, baskets, pottery, and wood carvings. Creativity had no limits. Fortunately, many artifacts and remnants still exist that showcase the boundless ingenuity of past as well as modern-day Native American artists, many of whom continue the time-honored traditions of their people. This valuable volume, a support to cultural studies, highlights stunning artwork of various native...

10) Knitting for dummies

Author

Allen, Pam, 1949-

Series

For dummies
For Dummies (Wiley)

Formats

Book, Large Print

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The bestselling guide to knitting brilliant, timeless pieces This revised and refreshed third edition of Knitting For Dummies features new knitting patterns, refreshed and additional projects, a new bibliography and suppliers list, and improved step-by-step knitting instructions. Plus, from the book, you can access step-by-step instructional videos online that enable you to see and practice the knitting techniques found in the book. From casting on...

11) Knitting: the complete guide

Author

Davis, Jane, 1959-

Formats

Book, eBook, Kindle

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Some books are nice additions to a library, and others are cornerstone selections. This book is one of those foundational references you can rely on for years to come.
From its easy-to-use format, to the collection of 200 pattern stitches, this book is a quick and easy guide to all things knitting. The techniques and insight you glean from Knitting - The Complete Guide can be applied to any project, such as the socks, gloves, hat and sweater...

12) Knitting the national parks: 63 easy-to-follow designs for beautiful beanies inspired by the US national parks

Author

Bates, Nancy

Summary

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"Knit unique beanies inspired by the jaw-dropping and unique landscapes from each of the 63 US National Parks. From the brightly colored pebbles of Lake McDonald in Montana's Glacier National Park to the regal granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome in California's Yosemite Valley, the US National Parks contain some of the most recognizable and iconic natural landmarks in the world. Capture the majesty each national park offers with original beanie...

13) Literary yarns: crochet projects inspired by classic books

Author

Wang, Cindy

Summary

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"Featuring 22 crocheted dolls drawn from 16 beloved novels and plays, this easy-to-follow craft book is perfect for bibliophiles and crafters of all skill levels. Literature lovers can decorate bookshelves, proclaim a love of reading, and show off crafting skills with adorable amigurumi, sweet crocheted characters that are simple to make and impossible to resist! All that's needed are a few readily available materials and beginner crochet skills,...

14) The sewing book

Author

Smith, Alison (Alison Victoria)

Summary

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Provides comprehensive instruction on sewing, including stitch and finish techniques, mending, and sewing projects for both apparel and household goods.