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Look Closer Draw Better

Kateri Ewing

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Improve your observational drawing skills with this visual reference book by artist Kateri Ewing exploring techniques in graphite, charcoal, ink and watercolor wash. Learn to train your eye to see subjects in contour, line and shadow. This book focuses mostly on drawing elements of nature, such as birds, flowers and plants, that can be closely observed. With step-by-step instructions to guide you, you’ll learn to capture the realistic details of feathers, the imperfections on fruit, the veins of a leaf, and much more. 128 pages. Dimensions: 21,8 x 2 x 27,9 cm (8.6 x 0.8 x 11 inches). Language: English.

Le Tricot pour les nuls 2e éd.

Pam Allen

$24.95

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Manuel pour apprendre à tricoter qui présente les techniques et les points de base, la lecture des modèles, des astuces pour corriger ses erreurs ou encore des idées de créations.

Le Grand guide de la couleur : mélanges et techniques à l'aquarelle

Julie Collins

$51.95

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Un guide pour apprendre à maîtriser et ressentir la couleur en aquarelle : nuanciers, références de teintes à manier, projets d'inspiration à reproduire en pas-à-pas, conseils techniques, etc

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Painting : Acrylic Basics : Master the art of painting in acrylic

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Painting : Acrylic Basics : Master the art of painting in acrylic

Janice Robertson

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From rendering light and shadow to creating realism through depth and texture, aspiring artists will discover the basics of acrylic painting through engaging, inspirational lessons and useful artist's tips. Find helpful information about selecting the right paintbrushes, supports, and paints to get started in acrylic painting. Additionally, artists will discover practical tips for using basic and special acrylic painting techniques to render textures, suggest dimension, and create effects. Master this beautiful and luminous medium!

Author : Janice Robertson
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
Number of pages: 40
ISBN: 9781633227910

Mon kit perles heishi : 8 bijoux à réaliser

Collectif

$19.95

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Un coffret pour réaliser dix bijoux avec des perles heishi.

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Urban Sketching Handbook Spotlight on Nature

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Urban Sketching Handbook Spotlight on Nature

Virginia Hein, Gail L Wong

$25.99

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Learn how to make the most of nature in on-location drawings and paintings! Presenting detailed step-by-step examples along with quick, insightful tips, this book explains and clarifies important fundamentals for composition and colour, and inspires unique treatments and points of view. Whatever your skill level, you can bring nature to life on the page for urban parks, as well as expansive landscapes.

Author: Collective

Publisher: Quarry Books

Number of pages: 112

ISBN: 9780760374559

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Draw Your World

Samantha Dion Baker

$24

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See the world around you in a whole new way with this inspiring guide to nature drawing, urban sketching, travel drawing, drawing from memory or photos, and sketch journaling. In Draw Your World, Samantha Dion Baker gives you everything you need to begin a new art practice or enliven an existing one. She shares her favorite tools and materials, simple technical lessons such as composition, shadows and light, symmetry, and perspective, plus fun motivational exercises like drawing from memory, urban sketching, travel journaling, and experimental art. With helpful step-by-steps and stunning visual examples from Baker's own work, Draw Your World will help you hone your skills and capture the details of your unique and remarkable life in a sketch journal or as finished artwork.

Impressions végétales : cyanotype, écoprint et tataki zomé

Laurence Loiseau-David

$42.95

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Discover the world of botanical printing! Cyanotype, ecoprint and tataki zomé: learn all about these techniques that poetically and timelessly capture plants on textiles and paper, in all their shapes and colours. From blue to sepia, bright, muted or dark colours, each print takes you into the little-known world of plants, revealing their secrets and beauty. Put these plant printing techniques into practice with over 15 creations!

Author: Laurence Loiseau-David

Publisher: La Plage

Number of pages: 128

ISBN: 9782383381037

Techniques de coloriages : pour apprendre à colorier comme un-e pro !

Barbara Colour

$17.95

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Laissez parler vos couleurs et apprenez toutes les techniques pour colorier comme un·e pro ! Apprenez à : Appréhender les bases et le matériel de coloriage indispensable : tirez le meilleur de vos crayons, feutres et pastels grâce à des astuces et des conseils accessibles. Choisir et harmoniser vos couleurs avec des outils simples comme la roue chromatique ou votre propre nuancier...

Guide complet du tissage avec un métier à peigne envergeur : 11 projets variés à tisser

Petra Marciniak

$56.95

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Un guide complet pour s'initier au tissage et se perfectionner . Compact, économique et polyvalent, le métier à tisser à peigne envergeur est idéal pour explorer un large éventail de techniques.. Au fil des pas à pas richement illustrés, découvrez la mise en place du matériel, les bases du tissage, puis explorez toutes les possibilités offertes par la toile simple : carreaux, rayures, jeux de textures, pied-de-poule, cabane de rondins, trame liée... Le voyage commence par un fil au-dessus et un fil en dessous.. Pour aller plus loin, Petra Marciniak vous donne toutes les clés permettant de diversifier vos créations. De l'ajout d'un second peigne de tissage à l'emploi d'un ou plusieurs pick-up sticks, vous pourrez réaliser points ajourés, médaillons, léno, point soumak, nœuds rya et bien d'autres encore.. Pour finir, 11 projets détaillés vous permettront de mettre toutes ces techniques en pratique. A vos navettes ! .

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The Path of Drawing

Patricia Watwood

$39.95

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A lovely book on cultivating creativity and using drawing as a practice of mindfulness, designed to be approachable and manageable in a short period of time. The projects offered are designed to help you enjoy time spent working creatively, while developing some technical skills and mastering concepts along the way. By bringing more creative thinking into every aspect of life or work, you will feel grounded in a practice that helps you feel calmer, more patient, and more open to observing the joys of the world around you!

Author: Patricia Watwood

Publisher: Monacelli Press

Number of pages: 232

ISBN: 9781580935661

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Color mixing recipes foster

William F Powell

$11.95

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Color Mixing Recipes: Mixing recipes for more than 450 color combinations. Conveniently packaged in a concealed wire-o-bound book that lies flat when opened, the recipe cards will always stay in order with no risk of getting lost. The book also includes a Color Mixing Grid, the perfect guide for accurately than 450 color combinations, along with instruction in a variety of painting techniques. Color Mixing Recipes is a valuable and practical resource for both oil and acrylic artists. Contains more than 450 oil and acrylic paint mixing recipes ; Features a reusable Color Mixing Grid for easy paint measuring; Serves as a valuable resource for both beginners and professionals.
Dimensions: 48 pages, 6.125" x 9.5"
ISBN13: 978-1-56010-873-3
Format: Hardcover

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Cartooning : Animation 1 with Preston Blair : Learn to animate step by step

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Cartooning : Animation 1 with Preston Blair : Learn to animate step by step

Preston Blair

$14.95

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Discover the basics of cartoon animation with acclaimed cartoon animator Preston Blair! Learn to develop a cartoon character’s shape, personality, features, and mannerisms; how to create movements, such as walking, running, skipping, and sneaking; and tips on using lines of action and creating realistic motion. From cartooning basics to more advanced animation techniques, this book is a welcome introduction for beginner artists.

Author : Preston Blair
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
Number of pages: 40
ISBN: 9781633227736

Crochet en relief : le guide essentiel

Lee Sartori

$35.95

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Learn to crochet relief patterns with the 40 stitches in this book! Whether you're a beginner or an expert looking for new stitches, this fantastic and inspiring collection will allow you to introduce beautiful 3D effects into your crochet work. With detailed step-by-step explanations, diagrams, expert advice and more, this book will quickly become an go-to guide for all crochet lovers.

Author: Lee Sartori

Publisher: Un dimanche après-midi

Number of pages: 128

ISBN: 9782378170394

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Classic Calligraphy for Beginners

Younghae Chung

$32.99

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This book introduces the fundamental techniques for mastering two classic calligraphic scripts, Copperplate and Spencerian, plus easy-to-follow exercises and fun, modern projects. Get a detailed yet concise overview of tools, supplies and terminology, and try out your materials with basic warm-ups and nib exercises. Reinforce core skills by applying the scripts to a variety of simple, modern projects on paper, wood, glass, fabric, and other surfaces, and get inspiring tips on how to add beautiful details that lend a modern touch.

Author: Younghae Chung

Publisher: Quarry Books

Number of pages: 144

ISBN: 9781631599842

La Broderie pour les débutants : les 25 points indispensables, les techniques essentielles N. éd.

Catherine Guidicelli

$23.95

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Fabric and thread selection, fabric preparation, pattern transfer, drum work, starting and finishing … all the techniques you need to make your first embroideries a success are explained in easy steps. The 25 most common stitches and their variations are then detailed step-by-step with clear, precise diagrams: this stitch guide will enable you to embroider any design!

Author: Catherine Guidicelli

Publisher: Éditions Eyrolles

Number of pages: 96

ISBN: 9782416012914

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Drawing : How to Draw 1 : Learn to draw step by step

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Drawing : How to Draw 1 : Learn to draw step by step

Walter Foster

$14.95

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Learn to draw a variety of subjects in graphite pencil from basic shapes. Even if you’ve never drawn before, you’ll be amazed at how quickly and easily you can render just about anything you’d care to draw. You’ll learn the principles of drawing, as well as all the materials and tools you’ll need to get started. You’ll begin by drawing simple, familiar shapes and quickly learn to transform them into three-dimensional, lifelike forms using just a few easy techniques. And with simple step-by-step instructions, you’ll learn to draw a variety of popular subjects, including fruits, flowers, animals, human portraits, and even cartoons.

Author : Walter Foster
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
Number of pages: 40
ISBN: 9781633227705

Apprendre à peindre l'ombre et la lumière : matériel, techniques, conseils

Collectif

$16.95

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An image-filled book to discover painting and learn how to master light and shadow effects. Materials, basic strokes, tips and tricks... to begin, just let yourself be guided!

Author: Collective

Publisher: Mango

Number of pages: 32

ISBN: 9782812504068

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Mythographic Color and Discover: Enchanted Relics

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Mythographic Color and Discover: Enchanted Relics

Weronika Kolinska

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Mythographic Color and Discover: Enchanted Relics is an all-new foray into fantasy colouring from the beloved Mythographic series. Devoted colourists looking for highly detailed art with a flair for lost worlds and forbidden artifacts will delight in this curious collection. Complete with surreal black-and-white illustrations of sunken ships, hidden temples, and priceless treasures lost to the sands of time, Mythographic Color and Discover: Enchanted Relics unearths secrets, memories, and magic from forgotten lands.

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Beginner's Guide to Knitting, The: Easy techniques and 8 fun projects

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Beginner's Guide to Knitting, The: Easy techniques and 8 fun projects

Lynne Rowe

$23.95

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Unlock the art of knitting: Expert guidance, easy projects, and essential tips to begin your knitting journey with confidence! Renowned knitting expert Lynne Rowe will be your trusted mentor, walking you through every step of the way. With Lynne's expert guidance, you'll effortlessly learn how to hold your needles, select the perfect yarn, decipher knitting patterns, execute various stitches, employ seamless sewing techniques, and conquer your very first knitting projects. Lynne’s friendly approach, easy-to-follow advice and clear tutorials will ease you into the welcoming world of knitting. By taking small steps and familiarizing yourself with the knitting terminology and techniques, you'll swiftly grasp the basics and become a confident knitter in no time at all. There are 8 bright and contemporary projects, each clearly set out with easy-to-follow patterns. Choose from: Tranquility spa set Cozy scarf Hygge headbands Color block cushion Baby blanket Bunting Ribbed beanie hat Fingerless mittens What makes this book truly exceptional is that each project progressively builds upon your knitting skills, so you’ll soon be creating your own knitted wearable accessories and home décor items with all things bright and woolly! Whether you aspire to knit heartfelt gifts for loved ones, express your creativity through handmade fashion, or simply find solace in the rhythmic motions of knitting, this book has everything you need to get started.

Apprendre à dessiner les mains en 50 modèles

Niels Roman

$23.95

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Laissez-vous guider pas à pas . Dessiner des mains de façon réaliste relève du défi pour les dessinateurs débutants. Dotées de nombreuses articulations, nos mains possèdent une structure complexe et changent radicalement de forme au gré de nos mouvements. Pour vous aider, les 50 modèles de ce livre, classés par niveau de difficulté, sont décomposés étape par étape, du tracé des premiers volumes jusqu'à la pose des ombres et des détails. Sur chaque page, un espace vous est réservé : observez attentivement le modèle et la façon dont les volumes s'articulent, gommez, recommencez... S'exercer est le meilleur moyen de progresser !.

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Portfolio: Beginning Drawing: A multidimensional approach to learning the art of basic drawing

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Portfolio: Beginning Drawing: A multidimensional approach to learning the art of basic drawing

Alain Picard

$28.95

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Designed especially for aspiring artists, Beginning Drawing offers a well-rounded introduction to the art of basic drawing. In this concept-and technique-driven approach, beginner artists will discover the fundamentals of the craft and how to put those skills into practice for creating realistic works of art. From selecting and working with the tools of the trade to learning a range of basic techniques, this book provides a thorough, easily digestible overview of key drawing concepts.

Author: Alain Picard
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
Number of pages: 128
ISBN: 9781633221420

Les 100 oeuvres d'art qu'il faut avoir vues N. éd.

Gérard Denizeau

$42.95

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ÉPOUSTOUFLANTES, INCROYABLES, PRODIGIEUSES… laissez-vous conter l’histoire de 100 œuvres qui ont marqué l’histoire de l’art.Partez pour un voyage virtuel de l’art rupestre à la peinture contemporaine à travers une sélection de 100 chefs-d’œuvre picturaux et sculpturaux. Peintures des grottes de Chauvet ou de Lascaux, la Joconde, le Radeau de la Méduse, le Déjeuner sur l’herbe, Impression soleil levant, les Demoiselles d’Avignon… Chacune des œuvres exposées ici est commentée, chaque détail et technique analysés. Empruntez les couloirs du temps et suivez la voie tracée par les plus grands artistes.Offrez-vous enfin les clés d’un domaine qui ne sera plus jamais réservé aux seuls initiés et ouvrez-vous aux merveilles de l’art sans autre guide que vous-même !Le plus de cette édition : ajout de nombreux encadrés.Gérard Denizeau est musicologue et historien d'art, spécialiste du patrimoine et des civilisations.Il a publié chez Larousse de nombreux albums d’art, La Bible expliquée par la peinture, Les héros et légendes expliqués par la peinture et Léonard de Vinci.

J'apprends à dessiner des kokeshi kawaii en un coup de crayon !

Annelore Parot

$21.95

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En quelques traits et étapes simples, apprenez à dessiner tout un univers kawaii autour des kokeshi, ces poupées japonaises traditionnelles trop mignonnes.Plus de 40 personnages, 20 animaux, 35 éléments de décor et 40 motifs typiquement japonais à combiner pour créer cartes d'anniversaire, de voeux, postales et marque-pages en tout genre.A vos crayons, lancez-vous !

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How to draw dogs and puppies

J C Amberlyn

$34

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Covering over 100 different breeds of dogs and puppies, this book gives easy-to-follow instructions for drawing dogs in many poses and a variety of expressions. The author includes basic information on art materials and the fundamental mechanics of drawing so that even beginners will feel confident and successful as they learn to produce highly detailed, lifelike drawings of their favourite best friends.

Author: J.C. Amberlyn

Publisher: Monacelli Press

Number of pages: 240

ISBN: 9781580934541

Zen et sérénité : 50 marque-pages à colorier

Collectif

$9.95

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Zen et sérénité . 50 marque-pages à colorier . Munissez-vous de vos plus beaux crayons, faites le vide autour de vous et réalisez de superbes marque-pages personnalisés !. C'est très simple :

choisissez, détachez et coloriez l'illustration qui vous inspire ;
complétez le verso avec le nom du propriétaire de l'ouvrage, celui du destinataire... ;
glissez-le dans votre livre de chevet ou simplement dans celui que vous allez prêter ou offrir.

La Peinture à l'acrylique : exercices pour progresser N. éd.

Patrice Baffou

$30.95

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With the step-by-step instructions in this book, you will discover and learn the techniques of acrylic painting. By having fun reproducing various subjects, you will discover the basic techniques for mixing colours, placing them in transparency, wash or texture, using a brush, a knife or DIY tools. Don't be afraid to try your hand at it, thanks to simple exercises with amazing results, and quickly become the author of expressive and striking works!

Author: Patrice Baffou

Publisher: Ulisse

Number of pages: 64

ISBN: 9782844152701

Voyage au Japon : 50 marque-pages à peindre ou à colorier

Collectif

$10.95

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Cinquante marque-pages détachables à peindre ou à colorier sur le thème du Japon. Chaque motif est en double, un à garder pour soi et l'autre à offrir. Avec, au verso, un espace où noter son ressenti sur ses lectures.

La Création des personnages T.01

Philippe Brocard

$26.95

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This book is the result of 30 years of teaching drawing and cartooning techniques, for people of all ages and levels. The goal: to simplify drawing techniques using geometric shapes as much as possible, so that everyone can progress at their own pace. This book is full of tips and tricks that will allow you to easily create your characters and stories, while freely expressing your creativity.

Author: Philippe Brocard

Publisher: M+ Editions

Number of pages: 56

ISBN: 9782490591817

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The Knitter's Handbook: Everything you need to know: yarns, needles, stitches, techniques

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The Knitter's Handbook: Everything you need to know: yarns, needles, stitches, techniques

Eleanor Van Zandt

$33.99

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The ultimate guide to knitting - for crafters of all levels With over 90 interesting stitches and patterns explained, this essential knitting guide is guaranteed to inspire your next project. Whether you're completely new to knitting or an experienced knitter looking for a challenge, this book is full of easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and over 250 illustrations and images to help you progress your skills to the next level. The Knitter's Handbook will help you: - Master basic techniques such as the knit stitch, the purl stitch and the cast/bind-off method - Perfect simple textures including the basket weave stitch, the moss/seed stitch and the diamond seed stitch - Try out more intricate patterns such as bobbles, zig-zags and medallions - Play around with exciting colourwork designs - Finish off your projects with eye-catching embellishments and edging styles - Experiment with different yarns like merino and cashmere - Identify the best budget-friendly equipment

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Unofficial Taylor Swift Crochet Kit

Katalin Galusz

$29.99

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Taylor Swift is a Grammy-winning, multiplatinum artist, and now, with the Unofficial Taylor Swift Crochet kit, you can turn Taylor into an adorable crochet doll! This kit includes all the materials and instructions needed to make your own amigurumi Taylor doll and her guitar. This mini Taylor is styled in one of her iconic concert outfits with a flowing blue skirt, her signature blonde hair, and trusty guitar. The instruction book explains all the crochet techniques needed to complete the project so even fans who are new to crochet can enjoy it. The pattern contains step-by-step instructions and helpful how-to photos. Along with the instruction book, the kit includes the following materials needed to complete the project: Instruction book Five colors of yarn Crochet hook Safety eyes Fiberfil stuffing Whether you are looking for a gift for the craft-loving Taylor Swift fan in your life or simply love making and sharing quirky projects, this all-in-one kit is the perfect choice.

J'apprends à dessiner le corps humain

Barrington Barber

$16.95

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A study book for drawers of all levels, designed to be like a private lesson with great artists. Numerous examples are provided in order to master the technique and learn how to draw the human body.

Author: Barrington Barber
Publisher: Marabout
Number of pages: 112
ISBN: 9782501152891

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Amour cozy

Mimi Möty

$12.95

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Entrez dans un univers doux et inspirant avec la collection "Coloriage cozy réconfortant" de Mimi Moty.

Pensée pour les esprits créatifs, cette série vous invite à explorer des scènes réconfortantes à travers votre propre palette. Ajoutez votre touche unique, expérimentez les harmonies, les contrastes et les textures pour transformer chaque illustration en une œuvre lumineuse et personnelle. Laissez-vous porter par l'instant, un crayon à la main, et faites de chaque page un petit moment d'art et de calme.

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Amis magiques cozy

Mimi Möty

$12.95

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Entrez dans un univers doux et inspirant avec la collection "Coloriage cozy réconfortant" de Mimi Moty.

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