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Costumers at Work: The Collaborative Creativity, Emotional Labour, and Technical Skill of Costume Creation explores the various forms of work…
carried out in the costume workshop by the myriads of skilled professionals who transform ideas and sketches into the wearable costumes seen on stage.Costume work, as collective, collaborative, and material labour produced by a predominantly female workforce, has been long overlooked by the performance industry and those who study it. This book exposes the inherent tensions between theatre’s strict hierarchies and collaborative ideology and how these inform the structures negotiated day to day by costumers as they carry out their work. Through close attention to their work, the book establishes costumers’ work as collaborative and complex, a creative and emotional labour that contributes to enhanced storytelling, actor performance, and audience experience. Using extensive ethnographic observation conducted over 14 months at three professional theatre costume workshops around Australia, combined with extant interviews and research from across the globe, Costumers at Work provides explicit theories and guidance about the behaviours, skills, and communication modes that make costume collaboration more effective and enjoyable.This book is written for costume researchers, practitioners, and students of theatrical costume design and construction, along with theatre scholars broadly.
Discover the healing power of art Painting a seascape or sculpting a clay pot is more than just a fun…
way to spend an hour—it can also be therapeutic. Explore art's healing potential with this compelling art therapy activity book. You'll pair mindfulness with different creative projects, using self-expression and introspection as tools to work through difficult emotions, stressful situations, and self-doubt.Rooted in mindfulness—From drawing to digital photography, explore a variety of relaxing and beginner-friendly activities designed to help you improve your focus, awareness, and self-compassion.Dive into different art projectsFind deeper meaning in God's Word with thoughtful commentary that speaks to issues all married couples face, from establishing good communication to remaining faithful.Reflect on your work—Every project concludes with thoughtful prompts that encourage you to view your art through the lens of mindfulness and connect it to the present moment.Find serenity through self-expression with Mindfulness-Based Art Therapy Activities.
Everlasting Blooms: 25+ floristry projects to bring the magic of dried flowers into your home
By Layla Robinson. 2025
Have you ever wished your cut flowers could last forever?Layla Robinson is a floral artist who uses dried flowers and…
foliage to create vibrant, long-lasting, sustainable pieces that preserve nature's fleeting beauty.From dreamy tablescapes and statement wreaths, to wow-factor bouquets and decorative flower panels, Layla will show you how to weave the magic of everlasting blooms into your home and life. You'll learn the basics of how to cut and dry flowers while retaining their bright hues, and discover essential resources, tips and tricks.Each of the 25+ inspiring projects are accompanied by beautiful photography and step-by-step instructions, so you can craft your own stunning floral creations with confidence.EditBuild
Everlasting Blooms: 25+ floristry projects to bring the magic of dried flowers into your home
By Layla Robinson. 2025
Have you ever wished your cut flowers could last forever?Layla Robinson is a floral artist who uses dried flowers and…
foliage to create vibrant, long-lasting, sustainable pieces that preserve nature's fleeting beauty.From dreamy tablescapes and statement wreaths, to wow-factor bouquets and decorative flower panels, Layla will show you how to weave the magic of everlasting blooms into your home and life. You'll learn the basics of how to cut and dry flowers while retaining their bright hues, and discover essential resources, tips and tricks.Each of the 25+ inspiring projects are accompanied by beautiful photography and step-by-step instructions, so you can craft your own stunning floral creations with confidence.EditBuild
The young witch's guide to living magically: potions, lotions, rituals, and spells for kids
By Nikki Van De Car. 2023
"The Young Witch's Guide to Living Magically teaches young witches that there is a strong connection between their body and…
spirit. With chapters on the internal, the external, and the home, young readers will learn to use charged crystals, healing herbs, and sacred spaces to help alleviate their stress and to create a better life for themselves. From projects such as baking lavender-chamomile cupcakes to creating shampoos to creating wind chimes and more, mystical expert Nikki Van De Car gives kids calming ways to bring peace, power, and magic into their busy lives"-- Provided by publisher
Cupcake Cookbook for Kids
By Charity Curley Mathews. 2020
A deliciously easy cupcake cookbook kids 8 to 12 will loveCupcakes are some of the most magical, mouthwatering baked goods—but…
you don't need fancy equipment or tons of experience to make these fun, frosted treats from scratch. Cupcake Cookbook for Kids gives budding bakers everything they need to become a master cupcake maker, packed with foolproof baking tips, handy decorating techniques, go-to frostings, and easy-to-follow cupcake and frosting recipes.This cupcake cookbook offers plenty of guidance on baking and decorating the perfect cupcake. Try your hand at classic staples like Rich Chocolate Cupcakes before leveling up with more advanced fun-filled cupcakes such as Butterbeer Cupcakes with Butterscotch Frosting. Celebrate by wowing your friends with birthday-themed Melting Ice Cream Cones or getting in the holiday spirit with Going, Going, Gone Snowmen.The Cupcake Cookbook for Kids includes:Outside the box—This cupcake cookbook helps you ditch the premade mixes and learn the ropes of baking cupcakes entirely from scratch, including all the tools, tricks, terminology, and safety tips you'll need.Delight in every bite—You'll find recipes for 40 yummy cupcakes in this cupcake cookbook, ranging from fun classics to more unique advanced cupcakes, with "Ask an Adult" tips if you need extra help.Sprinkle of magic—Get to know your piping bag with 10 recipes for fluffy buttercream or smooth glazes, before topping them off with whimsical decorations.With the Cupcake Cookbook for Kids, you can satisfy your sweet tooth with creative, delightfully decorated cupcakes made by you.
Easy, creative recipes to get you started with soap makingMaking homemade soap means being able to create beautiful designs while…
using the best natural ingredients for the body. Unlock the artistic possibilities with the tutorials and recipes in this beginner's soap-making book. Get started right away with recipes that take an hour or less of active time and use just a few ingredients. Easy-to-follow instructions mean that anyone, no matter their level of experience, can enjoy making handmade soaps to gift, display, or use every day.Multiple methods—Explore the differences between melt-and-pour, hand-milled, and cold-process soap making.Natural ingredients—Discover how to choose and use ingredients like carrier oils, essential oils, colorants, and decorations.A variety of recipes—Nourish thirsty skin with creamy Yogurt Moisturizing Soap, invigorate the senses with the woodsy fragrance of Rosemary Peace Soap, or gift indulgence in a bar of Warm Vanilla and Honey Soap.Whip up beautifully simple bars with this standout among soap making books for beginners.
Flower Arranging for Beginners: Learn How to Create Stunning Arrangements
By Amy Barene. 2022
Your ultimate guide to building beautiful bouquetsFlowers are a gorgeous gift from nature! They can boost your mood or brighten…
a room—and custom flower arrangements are an amazing way to express yourself as you bring the beauty of the outdoors in. With this beginner's guide to flower arranging, you'll discover the secrets to matching colors and styles and creating a cohesive aesthetic that transforms your favorite flowers into stunning centerpieces. Gather your materials —Discover what it takes to assemble a healthy bouquet, from assessing and preparing flowers to the right tools, and choosing a vase or vessel. Explore floral design —Learn about the artistic elements that help create eye-catching arrangements, like color scheme, texture, harmony, and scale. Get ready to arrange —Experiment with 25 classic and contemporary arrangements that feature vivid illustrations and simple, step-by-step instructions to ensure success. Liven up your space with this beginner-friendly flowering arranging book .
Crochet Magical Creatures: 20 Easy Amigurumi Patterns
By Drew Hill. 2022
Pick up the amigurumi crochet book that's perfect for beginners and experts alike, with easy crochet patterns for adorable, crochet,…
magical creatures!Grab your hook and dive into amigurumi designs that transform yarn into magical creatures, perfect for crochet enthusiasts. Learn about amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting stuffed toys, and use it to make a collection of cute, magical creatures. Even if you're new to crocheting, this book makes it easy to create critters like griffins and cat-icorns in no time!Build your toolkit—Learn all about choosing different hook sizes, selecting the perfect yarn for your project, and stocking must-have amigurumi accessories like stuffing and stitch markers.Get stitching—Use clear step-by-step instructions to review essential crochet techniques, including the magic ring and single and double crochet, as well as fun stitches like the picot.Jump into easy crochet patterns—Make dazzling dragons, marvelous mermaids, and more, with 20 simple amigurumi patterns that will have you crocheting with confidence.Add a little enchantment to your life as you discover the joy of crocheting fantastical creatures!
Amigurumi Critters: 25 Imaginative Crochet Designs for All Skill Levels
By Amy Ting. 2025
Unleash your creativity and find your next crochet project! With step-by-step instructions, every stitch brings an adorable creature to life.The…
brilliant creative mind of Amy Ting, a well-known individual in the needle work community, brings you Amigurumi Critters – a book for every yarn enthusiast. This guidebook contains all the knowledge you need to make a collection of stuffed animals. Tiny penguins, adorable capybaras, playful pandas and other lovable plushies are waiting to be crafted!Inside you&’ll find:25 pattern instructions with helpful tips on technique and materialsFull-color photographs for referencesEducation on basic skills to improve personal customizationDesigns that cater to all skill levels from beginners to experts Whether you&’re a needle novice or an advanced crafter, Amigurumi Critters will not disappoint. Grab your crochet hook and your favorite yarn and bring some cuteness to your life with this charming collection of handmade companions!
Awesome Engineering Activities for Kids: 50+ Exciting STEAM Projects to Design and Build (Awesome STEAM Activities for Kids)
By Christina Herkert Schul. 2019
Spark creativity and curiosity with fun engineering activities for kids ages 5 to 10Watch your child's eyes light up as…
they get excited about engineering, learn how things work, and have tons of fun. Awesome Engineering Activities for Kids is packed with more than 50 fascinating STEAM exercises, complete with step-by-step instructions, colorful pictures, and simple explanations of why the experiments work.This engaging book about engineering for kids includes:Activities kids can do themselves—Make engineering for kids easy and fun with projects like toothpick towers and paper cup phones that use common, inexpensive household materials so they can play and learn anytime.The power of STEAM—Lessons are based in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to show kids how these things are everywhere, and help them become better problem solvers and logical thinkers.The basics of engineering—Kids will learn all about engineering with a brief guide to the different types of engineers, an explanation of what they do, and what kids need to know to become one.Unlock the world of engineering for kids with exercises that help them learn, grow, and get creative.
Explore, create, and imagine like a girl!Girls can do anything, and Adventure Girls! proves it! Packed with exciting activities and…
crafts for girls (ages 6 to 12), this book inspires young adventurers to be curious, innovative, and bold. From stargazing and animal tracking to making a pinhole camera and building a shadow theater, Adventure Girls! is not one of your typical craft books. It empowers girls to:Develop independence—Many of the activities are designed to be parent-assisted as girls learn to explore and create safely on their own.Delve into science—Discover scientific ideas and principles through constellation identification, bird watching, and compass making.Get their hands dirty—Adventure Girls! encourages outdoor play and exploration, from making a rope swing in the backyard to going on a nature scavenger hunt to building a shelter outside.Express their creative side—These crafts for girls also engage their artistic side, with activities like creating decorative 3D stars, pressing flowers, and folding (and inventing their own) paper airplanes.Instill confidence and curiosity with this collection of fun, engaging activities and crafts for girls.
Paper and Tape Crafts: 28 Inventive Activities for Kids Ages 8–12
By Jennifer Perkins. 2023
See what kids can make with paper and tape this summer—easy, at-home crafts for ages 8 to 12.From Washi Tape…
Stickers to a Paper Bag Puppet Show, there are so many toys and games kids can build with things you probably already have at home. This activity book shows them how to use inexpensive items like paper, cardboard, and tape to create hours of fun for themselves! A fun resource for kids' summer activities, this book is perfect for those long, lazy days when school is out.Watch them invent their own story with the Magic Mountains and a Flying Paper Pterodactyl, decorate their space with Paper Chain Wall Art and Swiss Cheese String Lights, and invite friends and family to play the Test Your Memory Card Game or Folded Flick Football—all it takes is a little imagination!Fun and easy—Explore 28 projects that only take a few minutes to make, with simple instructions kids can follow independently.Helpful pictures—Every project includes lots of photos so kids can see what it should look like every step of the way.Grow their creativity—Kids can boost their creative skills with each new activity and find new ways to change them up for even more fun.Watch your child's creativity soar with this book of easy and affordable paper crafts for kids!
Magic Tricks for Kids: Easy Step-by-Step Instructions for 25 Amazing Illusions
By Phil Ackerly. 2020
Learn magic and performance skills with 25 astounding magic tricks!Want to learn how to levitate a coffee cup? Magically double…
your money? Become a mind reader? Discover the secrets to these tricks and more in Magic Tricks for Kids. Watch jaws drop as you perform these wonderful illusions using simple, step-by-step instructions and homemade props.Gain confidence with easier tricks at the start of the book before moving on to more complex magic tricks that require sleight-of-hand skills. Finally, learn some spellbinding card tricks and how to make items appear out of thin air! You'll wow your family and friends while learning the art of a mesmerizing performance.Magic Tricks for Kids includes:DIY magic—All the magic tricks use simple household objects, making them easy to perform anytime. A chapter on magical crafts also shows you how to make a magic wand, a magic box, and a magic table to help you put on fantastic shows at home.The code—Learn the respected "Magician's Code," including the most important rule—never reveal how the trick is done.More than magic—With sample scripts to go along with each trick, you'll learn the art of patter—injecting your performance with comedy, suspense, and surprise!With Magic Tricks for Kids, you'll blow minds and astonish your friends.
Toddlers Around Town: 25 Travel Activities for Kids
By Hannah Sun. 2020
Discover a new adventure on every page—search-the-page fun for toddlers!Whether they're at home or in the car, your little one…
won't have to search far to find the fun in this awesome activity book. Bursting with beautifully illustrated, full-color find-the-object puzzles, this collection of travel activities for kids offers hours of enjoyment and learning.These travel activities for kids will teach your tot to love learning as they travel around the neighborhood and beyond, finding everything from colorful vegetables at the farmers market to rockets and robots at the theater!Search the Page Toddlers Around Town: 25 Travel Activities for Kids includes:Playful puzzles—This book of travel activities for kids is filled with engaging search-the-pages—each of which takes your child to an exciting new place.Growing challenges—Help your little one hone their focus and attention skills with puzzles that get more difficult as they progress.Adorable illustrations—Kids will love searching each and every page thanks to cute and colorful pictures filled with lots of things to see and explore.Help your child spy, with their little eye, something that starts with F-U-N: travel activities for kids!
Kid Chef Bakes for the Holidays: The Kids' Cookbook for Year-Round Celebrations (Kid Chef)
By Kristy Richardson. 2020
50 Fun baking creations for kids 8 to 12—for holiday cheer all year-round!Want to learn how to make your own…
holiday treats? It just takes a little practice! Bursting with delicious recipes perfect for young bakers, Kid Chef Bakes for the Holidays makes sure you've got something tasty to share at every special occasion.Discover dozens of sweets perfect for events all across the seasons! Get a complete kids cookbook that helps you grow your skills and become an expert baker. There's tons of guidance and advice that'll help kids and parents learn about everything from baking safety to frosting with flair.This festive kids cookbook includes:50 Holiday treats—Whether it's Christmas Cutout Cookies, Ultimate Memorial Day Pound Cake, or Eid Moon Cookies, this kids cookbook makes sure you're ready to serve up sweetness at all kinds of special events.Instructions for young bakers—This kids cookbook is full of recipes that have easy-to-follow directions that work whether it's your first time in the kitchen or you've already made a few cakes.Helpful advice—Get handy explanations of measuring, mixing, cutting, and more—plus troubleshooting tips for when things go a little wrong.Holidays have never been more delicious than with this awesome kids cookbook!
The Big Riddle Book for Kids: Tricky Puzzles for Ages 6–9
By Mandisa Watts. 2022
Boost brainpower with fun riddles for kids ages 6 to 9 Riddle me this: What's an exciting way to practice…
critical thinking while having a blast? The Big Riddle Book for Kids, of course! From hilarious puns to tough brain teasers, kids can build problem-solving skills with hundreds of riddles that show them how to think outside the box.350 riddles for kids—Have hours of fun with riddles, puns and jokes, and math and logic puzzles that'll get their wheels turning!Level up their skills—Riddles get trickier as kids progress through the book, challenging them as they get better at solving puzzles!Double-check their work—Kids can check their answers in the back of the book with a handy answer key.Help children expand their minds while having fun with this puzzle book for kids!
The Art of Embroidered Butterflies
By Jane E. Hall. 2021
With gorgeous photos, a renowned textile artist guides you through the details of her creative process—and twelve amazing projects. The…
embroidery of Jane E. Hall is breathtaking, and in this book she combines her love of butterflies with her outstanding talent as a textile artist to produce three-dimensional renditions of exquisitely worked butterflies almost indistinguishable from the real thing.Using the finest of silk threads and needles, Jane lovingly creates her butterflies’ wings using the tiniest of stitches worked on to silk. They are then carefully cut away and the edges strengthened with hair-fine wire before being attached to the bodies, crafted from air-drying modelling medium and brushed with whisper-thin threads to resemble hairs. The butterflies are then placed within a setting of silk leaves and flowers, all made with the same painstaking attention to detail and expert skill as the butterflies themselves.This book provides a fascinating introduction to butterflies in nature, reflecting Jane’s love and admiration for these exquisite creatures, and goes on to describe the materials and methods Jane uses to produce her incredible creations. Twelve projects, each based on a different butterfly including the Painted Lady, Small Tortoiseshell, and Brimstone, present the finished piece along with the materials Jane used, and the photographs, swatches, drawings, and paintings that inspired it.
Nature Play Workshop for Families: A Guide to 40+ Outdoor Learning Experiences in All Seasons (Workshop For Kids Ser.)
By Monica Wiedel-Lubinski, Karen Madigan. 2020
National Outdoor Book Award Winner: A fun, practical guide to outdoor play that sparks a connection to nature vital to…
children’s healthy development.Today children and families are often plugged into electronics and disconnected from direct experiences in nature. This beautifully photographed resource offers tangible approaches to nature-based learning and play for children. Parents and teachers can discover the benefits of outdoor learning and simple ways to facilitate unplugged nature connection in every season.Inspired by nature preschools, forest kindergartens, and forest school models the world over, this guide also includes “Voices from the Field” with advice from experienced nature-based educators. Balancing nature play experiences with hands-on projects using natural materials, it’s an ideal jumping off point for immersive nature play. Examples include: Wildlife observation and trackingNature sounds, songs, and poetryGardening and cooking with wild ediblesPrintmaking, charcoal drawing, dyeing, and shadow playJournaling inspired by nature“Voices from the Field” includes more ideas and tips contributed by leading educators, including:Sally Anderson, Sol Forest School, Tijeras, New Mexico * Yash Bhagwanji, Florida Atlantic University * Lauren Brown, Asheville Farmstead School * Peter Dargatz, Woodside Elementary School, Sussex, Wisconsin * Monica French, Wild Haven Forest Preschool and Childcare, Baltimore, Maryland * Patricia Leon, Miami Nature Playschool * Sheila William Ridge, Shirley G. Moore Lab School, Institute of Child Development, University of Minnesota * Beth Savitz, Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills, Maryland * Maria Soboleski, New Mexico School for the Deaf * Paige Vonder Haar, Bunnell House Early Childhood Lab School, Fairbanks, Alaska * Susie Wirth, Arbor Day Foundation and Dimensions Foundation
Knitting 101: Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily through Step-by-Step Instruction
By Carri Hammett. 2012
Learn with photos, projects, and videos! “Each chapter is devoted to a different skill, starting with the basics and moving…
on to more advanced techniques.” —Library JournalWritten with the absolute beginner in mind, Knitting 101 teaches all the basics for learning to knit with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Knitting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as you work through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of knitting—selecting yarn, needle types and sizes, other tools and accessories, knitting gauge, casting on, forming stitches, reading patterns—making this the most comprehensive beginner’s book available.The accompanying online videos include a how-to guide illustrating all the knitting techniques presented in the book—providing a valuable supplement to the text and numerous photos.