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The definitive artist's reference guide & comprehensive sourcebook of art materials & painting techniques, now available in a modern paperback edition. The Complete Artist's Manual covers all the elements of painting & drawing from materials to techniques, colour composition & media
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The complete course for a fun & effective way to learn Bengali. This best-selling course comprises a book & audio support which is easy to download to your MP3 player or iPod. The book (ISBN: 9781444106060) & the audio support (ISBN: 9781444106961) are also sold individually. ...

Filled with ideas for painting, drawing & collage, this title helps novices of all ages to develop their art skills. It helps children to explore the uses of a range of materials including chalk, paint & pencil, elastic bands, salt & watercolour through many imaginative projects including ink beetles, deep-sea fish, & lemon juice frogs. ...

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Intended for those seeking inspiration for Celtic projects or ideas. This title

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Fun to play on the board or on the computer, Connect Four has become a staple of the family game room. This book tells about how Connect Four came to be, offers game-enhancing strategies, & provides actual examples so solvers can test themselves on what they've learned along the way. ...

Complete Book of Curtains, Drapes & Blinds is a one-stop reference to window dressing. Learn the basics of window shapes, measuring, heading tapes, fabric characteristics & fabric quantities. The book provides a in-depth look into various types of accessories available for curtains & blinds. ...

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