Pattern Motifs

Author : Graham McCallum
Publisher : Anova Books
ISBN 13 : 9780713490237
Total Pages : 392 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pattern Motifs written by Graham McCallum and published by Anova Books. This book was released on 2006-09-28 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The next exciting title in the bestselling motif series, 'Pattern Motifs' provides stunning patterns from around the world, and from various historical and cultural periods. They include patterns that have their design source in Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, the Celts, Islam, India, Africa, and Aboriginal lands but also the worlds of western folk, Gothic, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau and Art Deco. The types of pattern provided include interlaced, basketweave, network patterns, web-like patterns, plaited, twisted, chequer, tartan, diaper, chevron, intersection patterns, Paisley and Arabesque. Author Graham McCallum's fine draughtsmanship makes this large resource of motifs an essential addition to the library of every designer and crafter, whether they are a needleworker, quilter, glass painter or woodworker. All the images are free to be copied and used for further creative work. The detailed index at the back of the book makes the search for the ideal motif quick and easy.

Author : Graham McCallum
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9780713490237
Total Pages : 404 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pattern Motifs written by Graham McCallum and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2006-09-28 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The next exciting title in the bestselling motif series, 'Pattern Motifs' provides stunning patterns from around the world, and from various historical and cultural periods. They include patterns that have their design source in Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, the Celts, Islam, India, Africa, and Aboriginal lands but also the worlds of western folk, Gothic, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau and Art Deco. The types of pattern provided include interlaced, basketweave, network patterns, web-like patterns, plaited, twisted, chequer, tartan, diaper, chevron, intersection patterns, Paisley and Arabesque. Author Graham McCallum's fine draughtsmanship makes this large resource of motifs an essential addition to the library of every designer and crafter, whether they are a needleworker, quilter, glass painter or woodworker. All the images are free to be copied and used for further creative work. The detailed index at the back of the book makes the search for the ideal motif quick and easy.

Author : Mary Jane Mucklestone
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 1596684372
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 200 Fair Isle Motifs written by Mary Jane Mucklestone and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2011-11-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The comprehensive guide to Fair Isle knitting motifs! The mysteries of Fair Isle are revealed! 200 Fair Isle Motifs offers simple solutions to the seemingly complex technique of stranded colorwork. From simple single row patterns to complex all-over motifs, you'll find colorways that will thrill and inspire your knitting, whether you're a beginner or experienced knitter. By using the easy-to-read charts, columns to illustrate color changes, and clear photographs of each sample swatch, you'll find yourself creating beautiful Fair Isle designs in no time. Organized by row count and stitch count, 200 Fair Isle Motifs makes it easy for you to find the perfect motif for your projects. Confidently infuse colorwork into your knitting with 200 Fair Isle Motifs.

Author : Richard M. Proctor
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780486263496
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.95/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Principles of Pattern Design written by Richard M. Proctor and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1990-01-01 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Brief, nontechnical instructions describe and illustrate each network upon which repeat patterns can be arranged, while a rich array of 280 illustrations depict historical and contemporary examples of pattern, many adapted from such diverse sources as a ancient Peruvian stone amulet, 12th-century mosaics, 13th-century damask, Japanese stencil designs, and much more. Decorative samples appear in macrame and embroidery, mosaics, painting, collage, sculpture, on wrapping paper and in other decorative art forms. A brief Vocabulary includes basic terms used to describe patterns and a concluding chaper explores the visual range of one particular motif - the Romanesque arch form."--BOOK COVER.

Author : Pamela Stecker
Publisher : Macmillan Education AU
ISBN 13 : 9780732907167
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Fashion Design Manual written by Pamela Stecker and published by Macmillan Education AU. This book was released on 1996 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Fashion Design Manual is a comprehensive introduction to the world of fashion. It introduces the reader to the cycles and trends of fashion, the principles and practice of fashion design, the range of techniques and skills required to be successful in the industry, and the economic reality of the world of retail fashion. The Fashion Design Manual follows the path a garment takes from sketch to sample, through production and finally via the retail outlet to the wearer. The book is very generously illustrated with drawings, sketches, and photographs throughout.

Author : Caroline Vincent
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1408110156
Total Pages : 129 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sampler Workbook: Motifs and Patterns written by Caroline Vincent and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2010-08-30 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mønstre til korsstingsbroderi og andre broderiteknikker, hvor motiverne er bygninger, mennesker, træer, dyr, borter, blomsterarrangementer, tal og bogstaver

Author : Graham McCallum
Publisher : Franz Steiner Verlag
ISBN 13 : 9780713489095
Total Pages : 392 pages
Book Rating : 4.9X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 4000 Flower and Plant Motifs written by Graham McCallum and published by Franz Steiner Verlag. This book was released on 2004-08-27 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sourcebook of 4000 flower and plant motifs suitable for artists, designers, craftspeople and embroiderers. The author's lifetime in design has enabled him to create a unique reference source of stunning motifs from a range of styles and historical periods. All the images are presented so that they can be enlarged and photocopied by all craftspeople, designers and artists. Whether you are a glass painter, woodworker, embroiderer, quilter, graphic designer or simply an artist, this book will have something to inspire you. The quality of the images in terms of originality and draughtsmanship sets this book apart from the competition. Organized around specific styles and periods for ease of use, this book is brimming with ideas. A detailed index and contents list helps the reader find just what they want. A wide range of styles are covered, including Egyptian, Greek, Romanesque, Byzantine, Folk, Medieval, Islamic, Chinese, Japanese, Art Nouveau, Art Deco. Specific flowers and plants are also covered in detail, including lilies, roses and tulips; leaves of different plants and trees; vegetables, from pumpkins to carrots; fruits, from apples, oranges and lemons to pineapples; trees, from firs to the palm trees. An introductory design class by the author helps the reader make the most of the book.

Author : Nihon Vogue,
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462921205
Total Pages : 333 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 1000 Japanese Knitting & Crochet Stitches written by Nihon Vogue, and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2020-12-22 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate Japanese knitting and crochet stitch bible--now available for English-speaking crafters! 1000 Japanese Knitting & Crochet Stitches is a treasure trove of needlecraft patterns and motifs for experienced knitters and crocheters seeking to create and better understand the infinite variety of their craft. This Japanese reference work is beloved by knitters the world over, and the English version will allow even more crafters to enjoy these techniques. This dictionary includes 700 original knitting stitch patterns and 300 original crochet patterns that have inspired many modern Japanese knitwear designs. You'll find classic lacy, cable, Aran, Fair Isle, Nordic, ethnic patterns; geometric, botanical and animal motifs; and so much more. This one-stop reference has detailed stitch diagrams showing how to execute over 60 different knitting stitches and over 40 different crochet stitches. Each pattern is charted with a delineation of the pattern repeat. Like Tuttle's other bestselling Japanese knitting dictionaries--including Hitomi Shida's Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible—this one includes an introduction by Japanese knitting guru Gayle Roehm, which helps those who are new to Japanese knitting navigate the differences between the Japanese and Western styles of knitting and crochet.

Author : Edie Eckman
Publisher : Storey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1603420398
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs written by Edie Eckman and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2008-07-30 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Move beyond granny squares and get ready for crocheted circles, triangles, hexagons, and stars. Edie Eckman opens up the door to crocheting creativity with more than 140 motifs of every shape and size. Embellish your clothing, linens, housewares, and bags with colorful patterns as you put odd yarn leftovers to good use. Step-by-step instructions and color photographs provide the building blocks to limitless possibilities.

Author : Sterling Publishing Co, Inc.
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9781402727634
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Big Book of Knitting Stitch Patterns written by Sterling Publishing Co, Inc. and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2005 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents over five hundred and fifty basic and complex knitting stiches, which can be used to alter store-bought patterns or produce original designs.