Baldwin helps you unleash your creativity and design your own temporary tattoos at home. From vintage to abstract, she gives you tutorials on how to draw, size, print, and apply them.

"This books provides easy, step-by-step instructions to create your own temporary watercolor, henna, glow-in-the-dark, and flash tattoos"--

Make the holidays the most artistic time of the year with this creative guide to painting festive ornaments, stockings, decorations, and more. Here you’ll find a wealth of inspiration and techniques for all sorts of watercolor projects this Christmas! Starting with the materials and equipment you need for watercolor painting, you’ll learn how to create both traditional and contemporary color palettes for Christmas and discover a wide range of watercolor techniques. Twelve creative projects follow, with easy-to-follow step-by-step tutorials so that even beginners to watercolor can jump right in. Learn how to paint your own Christmas cards, gift tags and gift boxes, create seasonal table settings, hand painted Christmas crackers and garlands, and unique hand-painted Christmas gifts including a watercolor wreath. This inspirational book will also show you how to use watercolor primer products to paint onto glass baubles, 3D cardboard letters, wooden tree ornaments and more. And once you have the skills, who knows where your imagination will take you? Finally, a gallery of additional Christmas motifs and designs that can be used for further inspiration can be found at the end of the book including reindeer, robins, mittens, snowflakes, stars, baubles, snowmen, candy canes, winter foliage, presents, decorations, elves and much much more! Artist Ingrid Sanchez, aka @creativeingrid, shares her beautiful artwork and expert guidance in this unique celebration of Christmas in watercolor.

Projects and tips for every room For more than 75 years Better Homes and Gardens has been one of America's most trusted sources for information on home decorating. Do It Yourself, a popular BHG special interest publication, puts a youthful, crafty spin on DIY decor. With refreshing ideas, clear directions, and beautiful photographs, this book will inspire DIY enthusiasts of all skill levels to spruce up their spaces—in a weekend or less. The 200+ fun, approachable home improvement projects in this book give readers achievable, stylish, and affordable ways to transform their living spaces. Projects run the gamut from quick and easy ideas that can be completed in an hour or two to more involved and time-consuming improvements, but all can be accomplished in a weekend or less. Projects cover every room of the home: kitchens, bathrooms, dining rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, home offices, hobby rooms, and storage spaces, as well as outdoor living areas Includes both "hard" projects, such as tiling a backsplash, and "soft" projects, like embellishing a pillow or making over a piece of furniture Chapters focus on walls and floors, lighting, window treatments, decorative accents, storage, furniture, and more Concise step-by-step instructions are accompanied by full-color photos and/or illustrations For DIYers who aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves and try something new, DIY Ideas provides all the inspiration and instruction needed to create the home of their dreams.

Your wedding day is a unique opportunity to show the world just who you are as a couple. The Knot Yours Truly helps you envision your celebration—from the big decisions like venue to the small stuff like escort cards—and show off your particular style. Chock-full of fresh ideas for your ceremony, centerpieces, wedding cake, The Knot’s Yours Truly also includes 20 craft projects for personalizing your day. From invitation embellishments to a macrame leash for your four-legged ring bearer, this book has everything you need for the most extraordinary day.

Explains the basic principles of creating a mandala and presents instructions for mandala projects using kirigami papers, pressed flowers, candies, shells, henna, watercolors, and mixed media.

## Homeschooling and Parenting Through DIY Unlock Creativity and Foster Learning Dive into a world where learning and creativity collide in Homeschooling and Parenting Through DIY! Imagine a homeschooling experience that’s as dynamic and engaging as it is educational. This comprehensive eBook is your definitive guide to transforming homeschooling into an adventure filled with hands-on projects, crafting, and interactive learning. Start by understanding the profound benefits of DIY homeschooling. Discover how to set up the perfect creative space that fosters flexible and impactful learning. With chapters dedicated to essential tools and materials, you’ll always be prepared for a new project, ensuring safety and fun go hand in hand. Create an exciting curriculum that integrates DIY craftsmanship into core subjects like Language Arts, Science, and Math. Envision your child engaged in storytelling through creative writing or exploring geometry through art. With science experiments ranging from backyard biology to simple chemistry, learning becomes an exploration of the world around them. History and Geography come to life through artifact crafting and interactive maps, while cultural appreciation is deepened through festival celebrations and world art projects. Encourage creative expression with chapters dedicated to drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Even technology and coding are reimagined with DIY projects designed to make complex concepts accessible and enjoyable. Physical activity is seamlessly incorporated, with DIY sports equipment, outdoor games, and indoor challenges. Your child will also gain valuable life skills through cooking, baking, sewing, and even home maintenance projects. This guide offers more than just activities; it provides strategies for teaching responsibility, enhancing social skills through group projects, and organizing and displaying completed works. Celebrating progress and overcoming challenges are made easy with practical tips and motivational techniques. Join the community of DIY homeschoolers with resources and support that connect you to online forums, recommended readings, and local groups. Homeschooling and Parenting Through DIY is not just a book; it's a journey of creativity, learning, and family bonding. Start your adventure today!

Immersed in the natural world, The Organic Artist for Kids inspires creativity by connecting kids and their adults to our wilderness roots. In addition to offering a wide variety of fun, collaborative projects using nature as a source for art supplies and inspiration, this book also introduces the concepts of awareness and perception that are fundamental to the creative process. Children will be encouraged to learn new skills, build resilience, and be resourceful as part of an urgent struggle to prevent and undo Nature Deficit Disorder. Rooted in experimentation and an understanding that fun is fundamental to learning, kids will refine their drawing skills, as well as increase their appreciation for the visual arts and the natural landscape. Just some of the projects and skills covered include: Making pens and wild inks Making paint from stones and rocks Crafting your own paintbrushes Making simple stencils and rubbings The Organic Artist for Kids encourages you to return to the days when art was made with all-natural materials like charcoal and birch bark.

"Express yourself through beautiful works of hand-lettered art and illustration."--Page 4 of cover.