Great Book of Fairy Patterns (2004)

by Lora S. Irish

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Create your own fairy art from more than 70 patterns! Fairies have captured the imaginations of artists for eons. Here, in this guide for artists, fairy aficionado and artist Lora Irish shares tips, techniques and all the information you need to get Get started on your next fairy painting, carving, illustration or other project. Bring the magic of fairies to your art. Dozens of original fairy patterns, along with tips and techniques for artists and craftspeople working in all mediums.… (more)

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Great Book of Fairy Patterns

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Great Book of Fairy Patterns The Ultimate Design Sourcebook for Artists and Craftspeople

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2004

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This work is dedicated to two special fairies, for they have graced my life with their love, laughter and charming antics.
Andie Jane and Courtney: Although they now grace a flower garden in the Midwestern prairies far from my home, they're forever in my heart.
With love, from their Aunt Susie.

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Fairies have become a favorite and popular theme for arts and crafts no matter what medium you use.

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Create your own fairy art from more than 70 patterns! Fairies have captured the imaginations of artists for eons. Here, in this guide for artists, fairy aficionado and artist Lora Irish shares tips, techniques and all the information you need to get Get started on your next fairy painting, carving, illustration or other project. Bring the magic of fairies to your art. Dozens of original fairy patterns, along with tips and techniques for artists and craftspeople working in all mediums.

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A popular theme for any arts and crafts project

Lora S Irish, author of Great Book of Dragon Patterns and other useful reference guides for artists, proudly introduces her latest book for Fox Chapel Publishing - with more than 100 patterns of those most mystical and elusive beings called Fairies.

The folklore of Fairies - sometimes referred to as Faes and Flutterbyes - has been passed down through the generations, and they have captured the hearts and minds of artists for centuries. This book is brimming with tips and techniques for art5ists and craftspeople with any number of projects, including painting, woodworking, quilts, garden decorations, needlepoint, ceramics and much more.
Inside you'll find the history of Fairies in legends and clear descriptions of the various Fariy types and their appearances.

Wing Patters - including bee, dragonfly, butterfly, moth and modern wing options

Poses - Handy tips on creating one Fairy manikin and turning it into dozens of poses - it's easier than you think!

Outfits - Dress your fairy in the best and brightest fashions

Settings - From ponds to flower gardens to forest floors, you'll learn how to place your Fairy in your favorite scenes and backgrounds.

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