New book! "A bag for all reasons"

I hesitated before buying this book,  after reading the negative reviews on Amazon, saying that this new Lisa Lam book is a copy of 'The bag making bible'.
I am glad I didn't listen to them.
I already own the first book and indeed some of the techniques and pictures are repeated.
But they perfectly blend in with new work.
It is essential reference information you need, if you don't have the other book.

The layout of the book is lovely, printed on high quality paper and I am very happy with the spiral bound: much easier to keep the book open.

There are full size patterns, ready to use.

It would have been useful to have an envelop at the back to keep the patterns tidy , but I am going to add one myself.

I haven't started a project yet, but I am planning to make some of them.

I will let you know how I get on.

Kristien

 

Taking pictures

Recently I found this interesting little book.

It is packed with suggestions, tips, advice and examples of how you can improve the art of photografing your work.

There is a good chapter on camera basics: light, aperture, shutter, exposure, colour, focus ...

Planning your photograph is important: advice is given on choosing a background, the composition, styling, using detail etc.

There is a chapter for almost every craft:



Each chapter has the same layout: Planning& setup; composition; common problems & FAQs and a practitioner spotlight.

At the end there is a chapter on how to edit your pictures and last but not least : business advice.

This book is a gem; I found it here

Kristien



Mothers Day Gift Guide - 5

Looking for a stylish, black and white gift? Here are some ideas.

Here is the link to the treasury.
Enjoy

Kristien

Mothers Day Gift Guide - 4

Have a look at this delicious treasury!
Who doesn't love afternoon tea?

Here is the link to the treasury.

Enjoy.
Kristien

Mothers Day Gift Guide - 3

A spring bird collection - sooo sweet.

Here is the link to the treasury.

Enjoy.

Kristien