Böcker utgivna av GMC Publications

Strong, appropriate and well-fitting joints are one of the hallmarks of the skilled woodworker. Making them properly requires intelligent planning, accurate marking out and a sufficient degree of care in the cutting, fitting and final assembly. This book demystifies the all-important subject of choosing, designing and cutting woodworking joints.

Make your own fake animal head for an eco-friendly alternative to hunting! This amazing collection of trophy animal heads to crochet will be a stunning addition to any home. There are 10 fabulous trophy animals to choose from. The projects vary in level of complexity and there is a techniques section to help you learn all the necessary skills.

Discover the art of macrame with 11 projects that are perfect for the beginner and more advanced alike. Projects and techniques have fully illustrated step-by-step instructions that make learning macrame quick and stress free! Projects range from making a simple wall hanging to creating a useful market bag with T-shirt yarn.

"An inspirational book showing you how to create realistic, everlasting paper flowers and foliage for use in stunning bouquets, buttonholes and table displays. This paperback version of Paper Flower Art offers Clear step-by-step photographs and instructions will guide you in making 25 delicate paper blooms for focal pieces, accents, or for height and texture. The flowers include both dramatic and romantic species, such as rose, peony, anemone, cosmos, lisianthus, phlox, baby's breath, magnolia and foxglove. As well as comprehensive chapters on tools, materials and techniques, including paper manipulation and colouring, there is a fascinating section on the fine art principles of flower arranging. This includes color scheme considerations, scale, positive/negative space, and how to create movement, texture, depth, shape, form and line. Finally, there are instructions on making a range of exquisite bouquets, plus guidance on the aftercare and handling of the finished pieces."--

Two leading photographers investigate theories on composition and put the principles into practice, using their own images to illustrate the points.

A wonderful collection of 10 beautiful birds to crochet, all with stunning project photographs and detailed charts.

Impressive Sashiko stitching (meaning 'little stabs') is put at a crafter's disposal after these demonstrative projects from silk artist Jill Clay.

Offers an introduction to pop-up and folding paper sculpture. This guide demonstrates how sophisticated pop-up designs are constructed and shows how to form a 3D reference book. It is suitable for professional and amateur designers interested in this craft, as well as teachers of Art, Design and Technology, designers, illustrators, and sculptors.

Crocheted Houseplants features 25 stylish projects to revive your home or office décor and create a lush indoor garden.

These beautiful rugs will make wonderful gifts and stylish additions to any home. Each project includes detailed patterns, stunning photographs and helpful hand-drawn charts.

A practical guide to achieving professional results in digital photography, this book contains everything you need to know about controlling and manipulating light.

"The popular craft of quilling is given a stylish and contemporary update in this fabulous book by Turkish paper artist, Sena Runa. Inside Quilling Art there are 20 stunning projects to make and then display. Beautifully stylised and with a clever use of colour to create exciting effects, these projects will hang well in the most modern of homes. Designs include a butterfly, sail boat, dancer, confetti, cocktail, cloud, heart, cat and mermaid, to name just a few. The projects vary in complexity and will appeal to beginners and experienced quillers alike. They are broken down into concise, fully illustrated step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow, and templates are provided. All the tools, materials and techiques you need to get started are fully covered. The projects will appeal to a wide range of ages, and would make lovely gifts for friends and family. Once you have learned the techniques, you can create your own designs for any number of occasions ... the possibilities are many and varied with this fun and absorbing paper craft."--Provided by publisher.

Citing examples gleaned from a study of history - the Ancient Greeks' Golden Rule; Fibonacci's mathematical ratio; and the principles known as the Gestalt theory, the author analyses the concepts, rules and guidelines that define successful composition in photography and offers practical guidance to achieving great results.

Drawing the Natural World is a practical and comprehensive guide for artists of all abilities to celebrate through art the beauty of the flora and fauna that make up our planet.

There is an astonishing world just waiting to be photographed underwater. From information about diving equipment and cameras, to crucial advice on understanding and controlling light underwater, this book provides all the background you need before you take the plunge.

Delight children and adults alike by creating a whole host of fun and fabulous knitted characters from this latest book by best-selling author, Sarah Keen.

This guide to portraiture contains clear, concise and jargon-busting text that discusses the essential technical aspects of photography from choosing a camera and equipment to an appreciation of exposure, aperture, shutter speed, depth of field and white balance settings, in addition to how natural light, colour and movement affect a photograph.

Beginning with a comprehensive guide to the choice of cameras, lenses and other equipment and accessories, the author discusses the fundamentals of exposure - aperture, shutter speed, ISO, dynamic range - and an appreciation of the effects of light on the landscape, at various times of the day and in all types of weather.

Brings together information on the world's important timbers: from abura to ziricote. This work features colour photographs that provide a guide to species identification, and there is data on working properties, seasoning requirements, durability, typical uses, and the health risks, which may be associated with certain species.

100 Mini Cross Stitch Designs is an inspiring collection of 100 small, colourful and fun motifs to stitch.

Meet woodsman Ben Law as he explores a diverse collection of crafts made from materials sourced directly from the woods.

This book is filled with a year's worth of weekly commissions and concepts for conceiving and composing powerful black and white images.

Readers can indulge their love for sweet treats with these delectable cakes to wear or collect, guided by clear step-by-step instructions and techniques on how to embark on these intricate projects.

A collection of the iconic insignia designs worn by astronauts during the US space missions including the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle programs.

This book combines visual inspiration with tried and tested 'street smart' advice from leading professionals, providing everything the aspiring street photographer needs to create their own distinctive urban portfolio.

Learn to create over 50 fun, gorgeous pompoms including animals, emojis, sushi and cakes guided by simple instructional diagrams and beautiful photography.

Woodland Craft author Ben Law explains what makes a good workshop, outlines the key tools and shows how to make devices from scratch.

All the basic crochet techniques you will need are clearly explained along with step-by-step illustrations making this book perfect for beginners upwards. Anyone unsure about working in this scale can simply practise with larger hooks and thicker yarn - the patterns are exactly the same.