Short Stack Editions, known as much for their bold graphics and signature patterns as they are for their ingredient-themed recipe collections, brings their unique design sensibility to this set of poc
Short Stack Editions, known as much for their unique design sensibility and bold graphics as they are for their ingredient-themed recipe collections, brings their signature patterns to this handy jour
Alabama Studio Sewing Patterns is the book Alabama Chanin fans are begging for! This exciting compendium takes the Alabama Chanin library to the next level, offering all the patterns from Chanin’s fir
Book Two in the V&A’s groundbreaking new series presents 17 patterns for garments and accessories from a 17th-century woman’s wardrobe. It includes patterns for a loose gown, a jacket, a pair of s
Following the success of the previous titles in the V&A Pattern series, four new books reveal more of the V&A's spectacular and extensive pattern collections.Pop Patterns by Oriole Cullen show
This innovative and breathtakingly detailed book from the V&A presents dress patterns, construction details, embroidery, and making instructions (including a knitting pattern and lacemaking) for 1
Equal parts design inspiration and travelogue, this book highlights the rapidly growing adaptive reuse movementCool Is Everywhere is a photographic survey of the adaptive reuse design movement in Amer
In the ’50s and ’60s, Simplicity released their popular line of Jiffy sewing patterns, which had minimal pattern pieces and simple constructions, yet were chic enough for fashion-conscious
Paris by Design is the definitive Paris book for the design-savvy traveler and creatively curious Francophile. With a combination of interviews, profiles, essays, tips, and lists, author and desi
In Dream Design Live, decorator Paloma Contreras goes beyond interior design to show readers how to inhabit their homes in fulfilling and beautiful ways. Divided into three sections, this hardworking
Japanese stitch patterns are eye-catching and much sought after by devotees, but before now, they often seemed out of reach, whether locked behind Japanese-only instructions or tangled up in difficult
Wendy Bernard’s groundbreaking reference title Up, Down, All-Around Stitch Dictionarywas the first of its kind to provide stitch patterns written for top-down, bottom-up, back-and-forth, and in-the-ro
Presented here are some of the world’s finest examples of Japanese art and design, from the Samurai and Edo periods up to high-tech contemporary design. The V&A has acquired Japanese objects s
Design enthusiasts are bombarded with beautiful inspiration at every turn, but many lack the foundation necessary to re-create their dream projects. Materially Crafted is a must-have guide for design
Marimekko, Ittala, and more—Finland established itself as a world leader in design in the late 19th century and continues to influence designers today. The country’s flourishing design culture has pla
Design Brooklyn is a visual exploration of the unique and diverse architecture, interiors, and design of public and private spaces in today’s Brooklyn, from mechanics’ shops renovated into restaurants
In 1957 the UK Design Museum launched the first annual Designs of the Year Awards to identify and promote the very best of British design. For the next 30 years, the awards celebrated designed objects
Interior design is difficult enough without the added stress of doing it on a budget. Frank Fontana—nationally renowned design expert and guru of low-cost, high-style design—is HGTV&#
Clean, elegant lines, delicate color schemes, well-proportioned, light-filled spaces, and natural materi-als—the hallmarks of Scandinavian design are unmistak-able. As the trend in residential design
The Victoria and Albert Museum, London, is the world’s greatest museum of art and design, with a vast collection that been an unparalleled resource for designers for 150 years. This new series of patt
Most of the stitch dictionaries on knitters’ shelves are remixes of familiar stitch patterns already published elsewhere. Not so for Lynne Barr’s groundbreaking book Reversible Knitting.
From the entrepreneurial spirit of individual designers to the global ambitions of a nation, China Design Now explores how China’s new design culture began, how it is developing, and where it i
This accessible and comprehensive guide to visual journalism - the design of magazines and newspapers, both in their print and online forms - is an essential resource. Illustrated with case studies,
What happens when form follows function, and the only boundaries are the laws of physics? As innovative materials and manufacturing techniques become readily available, the limitations of design are r
From award-winning writer and designer Andrew Haslam comes the final word on book design. This authoritative text guides readers through establishing formats, constructing grids, choosing typefaces,
A fractal is a complex geometric figure made up of patterns that repeat themselves at smaller and smaller, or larger and larger, scales. In nature, they're found in fern leafs and corals. In this boo
A guidebook on color and pattern concepts is designed to be a reference for a variety of decoration, fashion, and craft needs, providing more than four hundred fabric patterns culled from the nation's
Seeks to clarify the role of design today while exploring its related issues, touring top examples of dynamic imagery that characterize today's products and graphics. Original.
From florist and founder of Tin Can Studios Ingrid Carozzi, a guide to creating floral arrangements that will complement your unique style and tasteFlowers are classic, timeless design elements that e
Fast Company, the world’s leading business media brand, offers a comprehensive and vibrant look at the way design has permeated all areas of life and workDesign has become a critical part of doing bus
A family-friendly interior design book from design expert, dad, and funnyman Andrew Howard, perfect for everyone craving lively, easy-to-adopt design ideas that bring a breath of fresh air to home dec
From celebrated design expert and interior designer Athena Calderone, a look into how creatives decorate their spacesBeautiful design isn’t just pleasant to look at; it improves the quality of our liv
An incredible collection of Yves Saint Laurent’s designs, beautifully captured by the leading fashion photographers of the 20th centuryYves Saint Laurent: Icons of Fashion Design & Photography is
A gorgeously illustrated exploration of the history, culture, and design process of the famed fashion house Chanel Chanel: The Making of a Collection traces the design process of the world-renowned fa
In Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary, designer Dora Ohrenstein does what no crochet author has done before: She offers detailed instructions for how to create 125 stitch patterns, plus she expl
Jim Howard creates luxe yet comfortable homes for sophisticated clients around the country. His design work is known for the sort of evocative atmosphere that characterizes the world’s great spa
A lifelong artist, Lotta Jansdotter has been creating patterns and motifs for fun since childhood and professionally since 1996. Her organic, playful, and timeless designs have appeared on everything
This visual survey of graphic design styles through the ages is an essential resource for designers, art and design students, and art lovers. With more than 700 illustrations, it is the only wide-rang
Designer Nathan Turner’s style is synonymous with the easy glam of California living. His first book introduced readers to his casual American style and chic design sense. Now, he has written a
In Free Hand: New Typography Sketchbooks, Steven Heller, respected graphic-design commentator, and Lita Talarico, design educator, offer glimpses inside the personal sketchbooks of more than 70 design
