We are so in the spirit of giving here and over at Crafts 'n Coffee. Yes we have a Double Holiday Goodness Giveaway! Leave a comment here in this post at Craftside by midnight ET on Friday, December 23, 2011 and you are in the running for a wonderful selection of STYROFOAM™ Brand Foam shapes and a copy of the book Mixed-Media Doll Making: Redefining the Doll with Upcycled Materials.
Here's where the double comes in: pop on over to the blog Crafts 'n Coffee and leave a comment in their post to get yourself in the running for another fabulous set of STYROFOAM™ Brand Foam shapes and a copy of The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts: Over 700 Photos - Bows - Flowers - Embroidery - Weaving - Jewelry - Fashion - Décor - More.
More about these fabulous craft books:
Mixed-Media Doll Making: Redefining the Doll with Upcycled Materials
by
Linda O'Brien
Inspired by the "Dada" notion of making art from materials that would not typically be combined or expected to go together, and driven by a similar sense of irony and humor, this exciting book by Linda and Opie O'Brien shares their unique approach to making mixed-media dolls. It is not only a "must have" volume for anyone interested in found object art and the human form, it is a thoughtful and provocative exploration of the power, symbolism, and cultural significance of dolls and representational figures.
In Mixed-Media Doll Making, the authors share detailed techniques for using surface embellishments, creating faces, heads, and limbs, using molds and molding products, and building and transforming disparate objects into whimsical, inspiring dolls. Starting with a variety of substrates including a wood block, a canvas, a tin can, a book, and a box construction, readers are guided step by step through five types of doll constructions.
Inside, you'll find:
—Complete instructions for making a box construction doll, a wood block substrate doll, a two-sided canvas frame doll, a tin can doll, and a book doll
—Numerous variations on each of the core projects for further experimentation
—An inspiring gallery of mixed-media dolls from leading artists who discuss their methods and share their very personal answers to the question: "What is a doll?"
Originally from New York City, Linda and Opie O'Brien are full time artists living on Lake Erie in Ohio with their cat Angelus and his cat Angel. They teach workshops nationally and internationally. Their work includes jewelry, Dada dolls, artist books, assemblage, collage, masks, music, and more, and has been featured in numerous books, magazines, galleries, exhibitions, solo shows, museum gift shops, and private collections. View their work at http://www.burntofferings.com.
The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts
Over 700 Photos - Bows - Flowers - Embroidery - Weaving - Jewelry - Fashion - Décor - More
By
The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts provides a reference for all kinds of crafts that involve ribbon. It includes step-by-step photographed instructions for a wide range of techniques as well as projects to accompany each area of ribbon crafting. This is a comprehensive guide as compared to most books on ribbon crafts that are specific by technique or end result (ribbon flowers, silk ribbon embroidery, making bows).
This book explores a wide range of techniques and end products using all kinds of ribbon, making it an essential reference for all craft enthusiasts. It includes ideas and projects for scrapbooking, home décor, general crafting, and fashion.
Elaine Schmidt is a freelance designer, consultant, educator and spokesperson in the craft and hobby industries. She is the former design coordinator for a chain of ribbon boutiques and has developed award-winning product concepts for several manufacturers. Elaine’s original designs are featured in a variety of books, magazines, project sheets and TV segments. Elaine enjoys teaching, demonstrating and thinking up new project ideas that make sewing and crafts fun and easy. Elaine lives in Long Valley, NJ and loves being surrounded by her growing stash of ribbons, fabric, buttons, beads and all the “fun stuff.”
It would be delightful to win so much inspiration. Thanks for the having a giveaway.
CC in WI
Posted by: Cathie | December 16, 2011 at 06:25 AM
What great fun! thanks for a chance to win!
And, have a GREAT day!
kmassmanATgmailDOTcom
Posted by: Kelly Massman | December 16, 2011 at 06:34 AM
What a great giveaway--I love to make paper dolls and going 3-D is the next step! Thanks for a chance to win!
Posted by: ami | December 16, 2011 at 07:21 AM
Great giveaway...thank you for a chance to win. Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Mary Anne | December 16, 2011 at 07:22 AM
Wow! What great books! Merry Christmas!!
Posted by: Bonney | December 16, 2011 at 08:43 AM
Oooo, I would love to have either of those books. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Eileen | December 16, 2011 at 09:09 AM
the doll book looks awesome it will have to go on my wishlist! and what a fun bunch of styrofoam to play with.
Posted by: jennifer | December 16, 2011 at 10:36 AM
Thank you for the combined give-away w/StyroFoam's Crafts n Coffee. The doll book looks really interesting and I KNOW I'd put the ribbon book to good use.
Posted by: Jeannie | December 16, 2011 at 03:58 PM
Ohhh, This package is calling my name. I love to do all kinds of crafts and would love to dive into these items. Thanks for the opportunity.
Posted by: Jinna Jeffery | December 16, 2011 at 05:21 PM
What a fun giveaway! Thank you!
Posted by: jessa | December 16, 2011 at 05:39 PM
Those dolls are so cute! I really want to try and make them!
Posted by: Marlene Stein | December 16, 2011 at 06:55 PM
This looks like lots of fun.
Posted by: Denise Royal | December 16, 2011 at 07:09 PM
What beautiful books! So much inspiration! Great give aways, thank you!
Posted by: Debra Quartermain | December 16, 2011 at 11:00 PM
I use styrofoam balls as a base for the dolls heads I make. I love this stuff!
Posted by: Pat | December 17, 2011 at 03:17 AM
Ooh,La,La what a fantabulous way to start off the New Year with any of the books! I love to create -- tis what keeps me going.............
Posted by: Norma K. Bott | December 17, 2011 at 06:18 AM
Thanks for the chance to win such goodies -- and thanks for mentioning the other blog. I just signed up there -- so much inspiration!
Greetings from Germany,
Birgit
Posted by: Birgit | December 17, 2011 at 08:58 AM
This looks like so much fun, and to learn something while doing it even better. thanks
Posted by: Angie Leblanc | December 17, 2011 at 02:04 PM
Thanks for hosting! Here's to hoping I win!!! :)
Posted by: Carla Moran | December 17, 2011 at 03:39 PM
What great prizes, Thank you for the chance to win. :)
Posted by: Sara Tanner | December 17, 2011 at 05:46 PM
What a wonderful giveaway!
Happy Holidays, Craftside. :)
Posted by: Janel | December 17, 2011 at 07:37 PM
Both of these books look amazing would love to win either one. Thank you.
Posted by: Cheryl Steiger | December 17, 2011 at 07:49 PM
I would be in heaven if I could have fun with anything on here. Happy ,Happy,happy to you and all,,,,,,hope all the winners enjoy,,,
Posted by: motherofthhouse | December 17, 2011 at 08:18 PM
What great prizes to win .
love to win ,good luck to every one . :)
Posted by: Irene nolan | December 18, 2011 at 03:25 AM
This such a great giveaway, they give you such good ideas of things to make and I so love finding new ways to make either gifts or decorations. Have a Great Christmas and Happy New Year.
Posted by: Claire | December 18, 2011 at 10:01 AM
i love Linda & opie's work! So their book and fun styrofoam!!! I want to win!!! thanks for opportunity..
Posted by: Fredi | December 18, 2011 at 10:30 AM