Creative Design

An Easy-to-Follow Guide to Mastering Knotting Techniques and Creating Beautiful Handmade Projects Have you ever admired intricate macramé designs and wished you could create them yourself? Macramé for Beginners is your ultimate guide to learning the art of knotting, whether you’re a complete novice or looking to refine your skills. With step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and various stunning projects, this book will take you from your very first knot to creating stylish and functional macramé pieces for your home, wardrobe, and beyond. What’s Inside? Introduction to ...

1919 New York City: World War I is over and the world tries to recover and start fresh. The ladies of the dress store, Unruffled--Annie, Edna, Maude and Henrietta--have been friends for years. Their bond has grown, as has their dedication to their families, their business, and their desire to make their lives matter. Join these amazing women in this satisfying conclusion to the Pattern Artist Series.Annie Culver: Annie and Sean have two young daughters. But Sean hasn't returned from the war; he is missing. Annie tries to remain hopeful, and focuses on their dress store. She is caught off ...

Unlock the transformative power of your thoughts with "Design Your Thinking". This insightful guide explores how your mindset shapes your reality and influences every aspect of your life. Whether striving for personal growth, professional success, or a more profound sense of fulfillment, understanding the connection between your thoughts and outcomes is vital. In Design Your Thinking, you'll discover how a positive mindset can be a powerful catalyst for change, leading you toward new opportunities and a more purposeful life. Learn to blend creativity with structured thinking to solve ...

Discover design strategies for using your own unique social identities and experiences as inspiration to challenge the status quo and create the kind of lasting change that leads to greater equity and social justice, from Stanford University's d.school.

In The Multi-Hyphen Life award-winning British author-podcaster Emma Gannon explains that it doesn't matter if you're a part-time PA with a blog, or an accountant who runs an online store in the evenings—whatever your ratio, whatever your mixture, we can all channel our own entrepreneurial spirit to live more fulfilled and financially healthy lives.

Urban lives can be overwhelmingly busy. This audiobook enables you to grasp the essence of vertical gardening, as you go about your daily routine. Let the mellifluous voice of our narrator accompany your urban gardening aspirations.

With more than 50,000 copies sold in Denmark, this book has been on the bestseller list since its publication in 2017. Barack Obama used a secret competitive advantage to win two elections. Companies such as Google, Amazon and Novo Nordisk use the same insight to stir up innovation, increase compliance, improve the work environment and sell more products. And successful management groups in the C20 index have started using it as their preferred strategy. But what kind of insight are we talking about here? The answer is - behavioural design.

Transform your dream of a custom, budget-friendly barn home into reality with your own two hands! Envision a home that's more than just walls and a roof – a space that mirrors your dreams, resonates with your love for the countryside, and stands as a testament to your passion for creativity. This is the heart of a Barndominium, a concept that redefines rural living by blending the rustic allure of a barn with the comforts and conveniences of modern living.

Cultivate your inner peace and create your own green thumb sanctuary, even without any previous gardening experience! Has the intricate art of bonsai cultivation always fascinated you, yet you've been fearful of the perceived complexity? Contrary to popular belief, bonsai cultivation doesn't have to be an intimidating endeavor. In fact, it can be an immensely rewarding experience that nurtures both your sense of creativity and mindfulness.

Easy Feng Shui for the Absolute Beginner Transform Your Home, Balance Your Energy, and Revitalize Your Life! Would you like to improve your health, attract good fortune, and create a peaceful, beautiful home? Are you looking for a meaningful and practical way to decorate your space while enhancing the energy around you? Welcome to the world of Feng Shui! Feng Shui is the ancient practice of harmonizing your surroundings to boost positive energy, improve well-being, and invite prosperity into your life. But let’s be honest—some Feng Shui books make it complicated and expensive. This book...

Help your kids grow into confident, creative, and independent little people by creating spaces in your home that foster independent play. Myriam Sandler, creator and founder of Mothercould, helps you give your kids the tools they need to unlock their imaginations and encourage kid-directed, kid-executed, and ultimately kid-enriching independent play using the materials and spaces you already have.

Apps on our smartphones have changed our modern times. Every day, we use them regularly. It is the best interest of your business to build one. Whether you’re just starting out or have a business already, if you aren't very technical or just don't have the time to develop one, Make Apps Without Code is for you. Tap into this 2 billion dollar industry! Make Apps Without Code will show you how to: Turn Your App Idea into a Million-Dollar Reality Find Customers Of Your App Before You Even Build It Hire Freelancers To Develop The App For You Build Your Own App From Scratch Without A Line Of ...

Unlock the secret to creating a standout design portfolio with Building a Winning Portfolio. This comprehensive eBook is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of typography in portfolio design. Dive deep into the transformative potential of typography and learn how it can become the cornerstone of your visual storytelling. Start your journey by understanding the role typography plays in conveying ideas and how it can harmoniously integrate with visuals for a compelling impact. Discover how font choices mirror your brand's voice, and learn techniques for selecting and combining fonts that...

In this easy-to-follow, action-packed guide, you’ll uncover how to make sustainable fashion choices without breaking the bank. Whether you're new to the world of eco-friendly fashion or looking for ways to refine your style while staying on budget, this book offers practical, realistic tips for creating a wardrobe that reflects your values—without compromising on quality or style.

Journey into a vibrant world where thread becomes a paintbrush, fabric turns into a canvas, and every stitch tells a story. In "Stitched Fantasia," the mundane meets the magical, inviting you to unlock the full potential of whimsical embroidery. The traditions of needlecraft are infused with a modern twist, as each chapter uncovers secrets to making fabric come alive with your imagination. Begin in "The Enchantment of Embroidery," where the roots of whimsical stitching ground you in the craft's bewitching history. Transition seamlessly into "Preparing Your Palette," a guide to choosing the ...

Immerse yourself in the transformative world of colorwork through 'Crochet Design Mastery'. Catering to enthusiasts and beginners alike, this eBook expertly navigates the intricate and creative spheres of knitting and crochet. Gain a profound understanding of the historical context of colorwork, as you immerse yourself in the significance and science of color. Engage with the exhaustive guide on tool selection - be it finding the perfect yarn or exploring dyed techniques. The eBook boasts content that begs the questions - are you using your tools to their best capabilities? Weave through ...

These two popular guidebooks, "The Writer’s Guide to Smart Book Marketing" and "The Writer’s Guide to Book Cover Secrets," are combined into one single volume! Unlock the secrets to successful promotion and book cover design with this 2024 essential guidebook for authors! This in-depth handbook merges budget-friendly marketing strategies and design insights, tailored for indie authors eager to broaden their readership. Learn to navigate book marketing with a blend of proven techniques and fresh insights, from social media engagement and email campaigns to captivating events and ...

Learn the GIMP from the Ground UpIn this book I'll show you how to use the Gnu Image Manipulation Program (GIMP), a free Photoshop like program, to produce professional looking, high quality graphics on a budget. The book uses the creation of book covers for self-publishing as the basis for demonstrating the use of the program. The techniques demonstrated can be used to create stunning graphics for any purpose including display on the Web.Now I Can use GimpI downloaded Gimp a while back, but thought it would take me forever to figure out how to use it in my spare time. Now Brian comes along...

Businesses, organizations and society-at-large are all subject to unforeseeable events and incidents that often have a dramatic impact upon prosperity and profit. Due to their unpredictable nature, business leaders and executive teams are unable to prepare for these specific events. But, through innovation, strategizing and an open-minded approach, they can restructure their organization and practices in order to mitigate (or even take advantage of) the impact of such events.

Renowned designer and professional hell-raiser James Victore wants to drag you off your couch and throw you headfirst into a life of bold creativity. He'll guide you through all the twists, trials, and triumphs of starting your creative career, from finding your voice to picking the right moment to start a project (hint: It's now).