This collection of 26 step-by-step paper-based craft projects encompasses a vast range of subjects, techniques and materials. Projects include greeting cards, stationery, desk sets and gift bags. There are several techniques to experiment with, including decoupage and papier mache.
For artists and crafters working in all media, this title examines each of the main Celtic patterns in turn: knots, spirals, key patterns, animals and beasts, and Celtic lettering. There are also 16 design pages, each containing a specially commissioned step-by-step artwork for readers to follow.
In this title, all aspects of Irish life in the 20th century are explored, including living in the cities, tales of home and hearth, stories of the horsemen of Kildare, fishermen of Kerry, of marriage and emigration. Many of the old photographs are from untapped Irish sources.
The author's years of experience working with birds of prey have enabled her to explain here the motives behind falconry; the background to captive breeding; how to care for birds in sickness and in health; preventative medicine; rehabilitation of injured wild birds; conservation; and more.
The 101 knotwork designs in this title are all handpainted by the author and printed in colour, with each one being accompanied by a black and white version of the same image on the adjacent page, which is useful for scanning or photocopying for craft projects in art and design.
The 101 Celtic cross designs in this title have been hand painted by the author and printed in colour and are accompanied by a black and white version of the same image on the adjacent page, ideal for scanning or photocopying, for use in art, design or craft projects.