Books I Want Now But Will Have to Wait For (A Bit Anxiously, I Might Add)
July 7th, 2010 | By Jen in Movies & Books | 10 Comments »
Two very talented ladies (“very talented” doesn’t even begin to describe them, actually) are coming out with new craft books this year. I’m very crafty myself (um, yea?) but I don’t own very many craft books. Nowadays I tend to only get the ones I really, truly want; too many craft books in my collection have ended up on the local library steps (figuratively speaking) and that can get expensive (although I’m always happy to donate useful things).
And the books I’m referring to are about two of my favorite things: embroidery and paper dolls! Both so dear to my heart, perhaps because they remind me so much of my childhood art-making.
My friend Alicia’s “Embroidery Companion” is such a beautiful book, due out August 10th. I mean, look at the cover! Sheesh, I love that skirt. I want that skirt. We need to embroider more, don’t you think?
Emily Winfield Martin (I just had to mention her middle name, as it is the best ever), also has a book coming out on November 2nd called “The Black Apple’s Paper Doll Primer.” This book looks like so much fun for both little and big kids (I.e. moi). I bet you could get lost in it (which is fine by me, especially if that sweet little white bunny led the way).
Both books are available for pre-order if you want to make sure you get a copy. And don’t forget to click the above links to find out more info and see some sample projects!
