A study of the use of colour oxides and stains in the clay body, in throwing, pinching, coiling, inlay, lamination, millefiori and sculpture. Fifty artists are profiled, with details of their working methods, firing techniques and sources of inspiration.
A vintage collection of designs and patterns for 1940s women's knitwear--from simple hats to twin sets to beaded sweaters. This lavish guide celebrates a decade of imaginative and stylish knitting activity. Knitting Fashions of the 1940s features more than 50 patterns that have been adapted for today's yarns and needles, from snoods to sweater sets. Patterns are presented chronologically and progress from the very simple to the more intricate, including lacey and beaded designs. Throughout, 150 color photos show the garments as advertised in the 1940s and as re-knitted for today's wear. Informative introductions to the patterns make this a book that will delight all hand knitters and fans of vintage style.
This beautiful book features 59 original and updated versions of knitting and crochet patterns for women, from the 1920 to 1949, with an overview of the style of each decade and its social context. Each pattern has been knitted in a contemporary yarn, multi sized for the first time and reinterpreted for easy knitting. The patterns are available in a wide range of sizes (some up to 60 inch chest). There are patterns for sweaters, cardigans, accessories, a stunning 1940s dress, period swimming costumes and even underwear! With over 100 stunning full colour photographs, authentically styled for each period this book brings alive these amazing period designs and truly offers Vintage Knitting for the Twenty First Century. This book is inspirational not just to the knitter but also to the designer, collector, fashion student, dress historian, stylist and anyone in love with yesteryear.
This volume offers a celebration of 50 contemporary artists from around the world who have chosen to create the human form in clay. The text includes an account of each artist's work, along with biographical details and descriptions of working methods. schovat popis
Celebrates the patterns and designs of 1940s knitwear. Drawings and photographs from the original pattern magazines accompany modern colour photographs of the garments. This work also provides a history of wartime Britain and America, using the actual words of the knitters and designers used by the fashion magazines.
Set in Ancient Egypt during the Fourth Dynasty, the story follows 13-year-old Peter Phillips, a time-traveller from Saving the Dinosaurs. He discovers a civilization without the wheel, relying on the Pharaoh's prayers for the Nile's bounty. The narrative explores the rich mythology of the Sun God, who journeys through the Underworld each night to rise again. Peter's adventures immerse him in a fascinating historical context, blending elements of ancient beliefs and the challenges of survival in a primitive society.
The memoir captures the essence of childhood in 1950s England through vivid memories drawn from the author's and her mother's diaries. Beginning at age four in the countryside, Waller recounts her experiences at a strict boarding school and the challenges of teenage life, including a quest for romance. Her journey leads her to become a beatnik and pursue art in Oxford. The narrative also highlights the impact of societal changes, particularly the loss of a cherished family home due to a road-widening scheme, which ultimately affected her parents' marriage.
The story revolves around Wendy Midwinter, who inherits a mysterious tome containing the essence of all weather from her dying grandfather. His final wish is for her to deliver this significant book to Mr. Allbright, the new chief weatherman at the Exeter Weather Station. This quest intertwines themes of legacy and the profound connection between nature and knowledge, as Wendy embarks on a journey that could unveil secrets held within the tome.