Folk Art Designs

Folk Art Designs

Author: Jane Greenwood

Publisher: Search Press

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781844480166

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This is a source of ideas for all craftspeople and artists. The designs are copyright-free and can be photocopied, traced, coloured, adapted or used as inspiration for creating one's own designs.


American Folk Art Designs & Motifs for Artists and Craftspeople

American Folk Art Designs & Motifs for Artists and Craftspeople

Author: Joseph D'Addetta

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1984-01-01

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 0486247171

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Today's artists, designers, and craftspeople turn to the charming and distinctive motifs of early American folk art time and time again for design inspiration. This rich collection includes more than 170 authentic designs adapted from objects in museums and private collections — from quilts, embroidery, and appliqué work to watercolor paintings, tinware, and gravestones. Captions provide information on the original objects from which the designs were drawn, the medium used, region of origin, and approximate date.


Scandinavian Folk Designs

Scandinavian Folk Designs

Author: Lis Bartholm

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1988-01-01

Total Pages: 49

ISBN-13: 0486255786

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With 155 traditional motifs to choose from — all adapted by noted Danish designer Lis Bartholm — today's artists and craftspeople can re-create many of the lovely patterns that ornamented domestic furnishings generations ago.


Punchneedle Embroidery

Punchneedle Embroidery

Author: Barbara Kemp

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9781579908898

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Step-by-step instructions in punchneedle embroidery, with patterns for creating works of folk art.


European Folk Art Designs

European Folk Art Designs

Author: Marty Noble

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2013-03-05

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 0486145433

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This handsome collection contains scores of unique images based on folk art designs created by artists of Austria, Poland, Hungary, Russia, Switzerland, and other European countries. Adapted from authentic sources, 265 original renderings depict scores of charming motifs incorporating florals, wildlife, riders on horseback, mythical figures, men and women in traditional costumes, and religious and secular motifs. Ideal for adding a touch of Old World flavor to a variety of projects, these eye-catching, stylized designs appear in assorted configurations, among them borders, squares, circles, medallions, and rectangles. Painstakingly reproduced and attractively presented, the designs represent a valuable resource of inspirational and practical art. The collection will be a major addition to the bookshelves of artists, designer, and craftworkers.


Mexican Folk Art Coloring Book

Mexican Folk Art Coloring Book

Author: Marty Noble

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 9780486427508

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Striking adaptations of authentic native art depict, among other subjects, a Mixtec circular design from an incised gourd rattle, religious figures from a Metepec candlestick, and images of jaguars taken from a Guerrero lacquered chest. An exciting challenge for coloring book enthusiasts, these 30 illustrations will also inspire artists, designers, and craftspeople.


Creative Folk Art and Beyond

Creative Folk Art and Beyond

Author: Flora Waycott

Publisher: Walter Foster

Published: 2017-11

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 1633223922

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Get creative with the Scandinavian concept of hygge (hoo-gah) and create your own whimsical, colorful artwork inspired by folk art with Creative Folk Art and Beyond! Continuing the hugely popular Creative… and Beyond series, Creative Folk Art and Beyond features the whimsical and colorful folk-art style of Scandinavia… and beyond! Inspired by the concept of hygge (an idea similar to coziness), Creative Folk Art and Beyond includes creative prompts,easy exercises, and step-by-step projects that embrace all things Scandinavian. No matter your skill level, you can learn how to draw and paint beautiful, colorful art using a variety of accessible, affordable supplies. Starting off with basic tools, materials, techniques, and color basics, Creative Folk Art and Beyond then jumps into tips and exercises that will have you drawing and painting your favorite folk-art designs in no time. This book is a must-have for any "Scandophile" or folk-art enthusiast!


New Tole & Folk Art Designs

New Tole & Folk Art Designs

Author: Joyce Howard

Publisher: Chilton Book Company

Published: 1979-01-01

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9780801968211

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A guide to folk-art techniques that offers instructions for preparing, painting, antiquing, and varnishing decorative objects and furniture


Swedish Folkart

Swedish Folkart

Author: Diane Edwards

Publisher: Nordic Arts

Published: 2005-06-01

Total Pages: 87

ISBN-13: 9780967458366

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This wonderful book of Swedish Folkart is 88 pages, 62 color with coverage of all the major styles of Swedish Folk Art from 1750 to 1900. Included are 32 projects covering each of the styles with antique information and photos as well as present styles. Diane used JoSonja Acrylic and Mediums (which is very similar to that used in Sweden in those times) to paint everything featured in the book. Several pages of strokes and floral close ups provide instructive and easy information for beginners.