A paperbound edition of Deb Menz's classic guide to colour for handspinners is finally here! Menz offers a technically savvy yet accessible tutorial on working with colour and fibre. Included are in-depth discussions and illustrated demonstrations of immersion dycing, painting rovings, blending colors and fibers, and spinning and plying multicolored preparations. Whether you're a novice or an ...

Shows how the making of a fine print is the culmination of the photographic process. The technical information is clear and concise, starting with designing and equipping a darkroom. The text continues through making the first print and ends with professional tips and tricks.

This photography guide initially discusses light, film and exposure. A discussion of the zone system follows, in which the author had a pioneering role. Chapters are also included on natural and artificial light, the darkroom and its equipment, and techniques for developing the negative.

The title gives a big clue to what this book is about: sisterhood, sharing, crafting, giving, laughing. It's also about spinning yarn and making socks, glorious, zany, wildly colourful yarn for perfect fitting socks.

This photography text covers seeing the finished photograph in advance, lens choices, the major different types of camera, accessories, light meters, shutters and specialist equipment.

A look at the history, meaning, and art of comics and cartooning. Using comics to examine the medium itself, the author takes the form of a cartoon character and explains the structure, meaning, and appeal of comics, and provides a running analysis of comics as art, literature, and communication.

Intended for beginners, this work is a course in modular knitting (a traditional technique) with its themed tutorials (each with practice exercises, as well as instructions and charts) and 29 knitting projects.

Practically every knitted project needs an edging. This book offers more than 300 unusual edge combinations and shapings that will add a special, unique touch to any knitted garment. The striking patterns will keep knitters of every level busy experimenting with different types of ties, loops, knots, braids, twists, bobbles and more. The topics explored in depth include: Unique ribs Cords ...

The popular aruthor of Stitch 'n Bitch presents fifty hip, funky, and fabulous new patterns for contemporary knitters, including the Om Yoga Mat Bag, the London Calling Union Jack Sweater, Polka Dot Tankini, the Boob Tube, and other innovative designs. Simultaneous.

Today lace doesn't just mean doilies knit in very fine yarn; often the yarns are not fine and the needles large for faster knitting and greater impact. A Gathering of Lace samples the best traditional and contemporary lace knitting. This collection includes sweaters, vests, shawls, gloves and socks - some are simple enough for the new knitter while others will stimulate seasoned lacers.

A follow-up to the popular Decorated Page , this title offers ideas for beautifying a journal, and features photos. It tells you about the wealth of contemporary supplies, from papers and adhesives to paints, pens and pastels. It also shows you how to create the actual journal from scratch, including a quick-to-complete Three Minute Pamphlet.

Offers a range of fabric finishes that can be applied to any fabric - woven, knitted, crocheted, handmade, or purchased. This book presents various techniques with text, illustrations, and photographs of examples. It is suitable for weavers, knitters, sewers, quilters, embroiderers, and crocheters.

A photography instructor guides individuals in through the techniques and mechanics of taking, developing, and printing black-and-white pictures, with updated information and instruction on digital photography, monochromatic and hand-colored images, automation, and more. Original. 50, ,000 first printing

An easy-to-use guide for learning new stitches and getting tips on finishing. Also offers many suggestions for special additions to your projects. The experienced crocheter will also find many advanced techniques and helpful hints.

Ansel Adams recounts the situations surrounding the making of his photographs and the methods he used in their realization. Each image is accompanied by a text that studies the technical and aesthetic problems presented by the subject, and includes reminiscences of the places and people involved.

Provides detailed lessons on the elements of exposure and how each relates to depth of field, freezing and blurring action, and shooting in low light, demonstrating a diversity of creative choices in exposing a picture.

The modular techniques introduced in this knitting guide provide a creative approach perfect for beginners in which rectangular, square, and triangular pieces are used to fashion a sweater or other knitted garment. Step-by-step instructions and simple solutions illustrate the construction procedure