African Patterns to Colour
African Patterns to Colour

Author: Struan Reid

Publisher:

Published: 2017-02-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781474928199

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An interactive way of finding out about the images, motifs and colours typical of African art. Designs are taken from clothes, pottery and jewellery and include many of the bold patterns for which African textiles are famous. This new edition replaces ISBN 9781409556763 and with more detailed scenes and finer lines, will appeal equally to adult and children.

African Textiles
African Textiles

Author: John Gillow

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2003-09

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 0811841669

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Traces a boy's journey across India as he searches for a sacred buffalo bell stolen from his tribe.

Creative Haven African Glamour Coloring Book
Creative Haven African Glamour Coloring Book

Author: Marjorie Sarnat

Publisher: Courier Dover Publications

Published: 2018-06-13

Total Pages: 37

ISBN-13: 0486821641

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Classic African-inspired images feature silhouetted figures in head wraps and flowing gowns decorated with patterns based on traditional African arts and crafts designs. Background elements include animals, plants, and fanciful ornaments.

Kente Colors
Kente Colors

Author: Debbi Chocolate

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 1997-10-01

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 0802775284

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A rhyming description of the kente cloth costumes of the Ashanti and Ewe people of Ghana and a portrayal of the symbolic colors and patterns.

Art Nouveau Patterns to Colour
Art Nouveau Patterns to Colour

Author: Emily Bone

Publisher: Patterns to Colour

Published: 2014-01-20

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781409564232

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Explore the beautiful, flowing, organic designs of the Art Nouveau era in this gorgeous book full of stylish patterns to colour. Art Nouveau Patterns to Colour features patterns taken from some of the most popular items of the time, including glassware, ceramics, jewellery, tiles and furniture. Lots of snippets of information allow readers to discover more about the decorative arts produced around the turn of the nineteenth century, including the work of famous designers, such as Macintosh, Tiffany and Lalique.

Sewing with African Wax Print Fabric
Sewing with African Wax Print Fabric

Author: Adaku Parker

Publisher: CICO Books

Published: 2021-02-09

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9781782498773

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All the techniques, step-by-step instructions, and patterns you need to make 25 African wax print garments and accessories. INCLUDES FULL SIZE PATTERNS FOR US DRESS SIZES 4 TO 22 African wax prints are colorful designs created by dyeing cotton fabric using wax-resist techniques, and then overprinting. The result is a fabric that is bright, colorful, and super-easy to use. Adaku Parker has developed 25 step-by-step projects to make a wide range of stylish pieces with this fabric. There are instant wardrobe classics like a shirt dress, A-line skirts, and culottes, as well as wonderful accessories such as tote bags, a zip purse, and a headband. The basic techniques you will need are all explained, so you’ll feel confident with essentials like attaching waistbands, gathering, pleats, making buttonholes, and adding linings. There are projects suitable for all skill levels so all you need is some gorgeous African wax print fabric and a sewing machine, and you’ll be on your way to updating your wardrobe with unique pieces that will help you stand out from the crowd.

African Textiles
African Textiles

Author: J. Picton

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-11-18

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 0429708858

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An illustrated survey of African textiles - their design, manufacture, and use - as part of African life, art, and culture.