Stained glass artists use butterflies, birds, and flowers as motifs because of the beauty, vivid color, and texture these subjects bring to their work. In this collection of exquisite patterns, stained glass designer Connie Clough Eaton has put her aesthetic spotlight on these three motifs. Included are full-page designs of lush baskets, vases, and garden flower bouquets, as well as butterflies and birds, set amongst floral sprays and in various bucolic settings. Masterfully rendered for stained glass work, the beautiful graphics in this rich collection are also suitable for use in a myriad of other arts and crafts projects.

The creator of the bestselling Paper Blossoms delivers more extraordinary flowers for the table. From a butterfly garden to a hummingbird's arbor, a branch of orchids to a vase of tulips, these four new breathtaking pop-up centerpieces brighten any table and fill any room with color and lasting beauty.

This collection of pop-up paper bouquets from the creator of the bestselling Paper Blossoms celebrates the beauty of the four seasons. Each breathtaking arrangement—spring daffodils, summer sunflowers, autumn foliage, and a winter wreath—makes a distinctive centerpiece and brings surprise to any décor. A unique gift for any occasion, Paper Blossoms for All Seasons delights with color, joy, and beauty throughout the year.

In her second book, botanical artist Harriet de Winton shows you how to paint modern watercolour artworks to treasure and share. Picking up where New Botanical Painting left off, this books aims to expand readers' repertoires into fauna as well as flora, with easy-to-follow instructions for a variety of difficulty levels. Through more than 30 step-by-step projects, you'll discover how to paint beautiful butterflies, bumblebees, birds and botanicals from around the world. In the final chapter, you'll find a guide to composing stunning patterns and scenes with your own botanical watercolour creations. Use your new skills to make art for your wall, unique cards, invitations, or simply paint for pleasure. Projects include: Bengal Tiger Chilean Flamingo Prickly Pear Zebra Bumblebee Garden Tiger Moth Peacock White-tailed Deer Polar Bear Arctic Poppy And many more!

Expertly rendered illustrations of 43 species: monarch, buckeye, white admiral, olive hairstreak, ruddy daggerwing, mourning cloak, painted lady, more. Fact-filled captions by Monty Reid.

Sixteen graceful winged creatures glow with life when colored and placed near a light source. Covers show true colors of the belted kingfisher, American robin, northern cardinal, eastern bluebird, western tanager, American goldfinch, ruby-throated hummingbird, and nine other species. Full-color versions of all illustrations included on the covers.

Practical and beautiful, this book shows how to attract butterflies to a back yard garden--and turn it into a fluttering paradise. Marcus Schneck explains the life cycles, migration patterns, and mating behavior of these creatures, and offers invaluable information on everything from pesticide-free garden maintenance to the use of feeders.

A vividly illustrated celebration of butterflies that discusses their presence in art and culture throughout the ages and examines their symbolism and the related beliefs of a wide variety of peoples.

Transform these butterflies to a work of art for your bookcase! More than 50 fluttery species will delight you in this unique book that transforms into art. Paper press-outs allow you to view individual insects in relief. Key characteristics of the diverse range of magical winged creatures captured in these pages are described by James Lowen, an award-winning writer, photographer, and nature guide. You’ll find both well-known and exotic specimens from around the globe. When you’ve set all the butterflies free, display the open book on your shelf as an art piece. It makes a lovely gift for gardeners and nature lovers alike.

Connect with nature and find beauty in the little things! Joys of Nature Coloring Book is the perfect outlet for adults to express their creativity, seek mindfulness, destress from their busy schedules, and find peace in the tranquility nature provides. Featuring 32 stunning line art designs of birds, wildflowers, butterflies, and more, each design includes a small caption that identifies featured subjects, making this coloring book perfect for avid birdwatchers, gardeners, and nature lovers! Also included are comforting nature-inspired quotes and uplifting sentiments to reflect on while you color. Each frame-worthy and giftable design is printed on a single side of high-quality, extra-thick paper with perforated edges for easy removal and display.