Tag Archives: books

Book Wish List starts with Encyclopedia of Rainbows

Posted on 2017-12-06 by iHanna

What’s on your wish list this year? Right now I wouldn’t mind getting a pile of yummy books, in fact I have a long list of books I’m asking Santa for. Or anyone kind and generous enough to send me … Continue reading →

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Creativity Book Wish List | Draw Every Day, Draw Every Way

Posted on 2017-08-12 by iHanna

I wish had the energy to draw every day, or paint… And I wish I had time to read more. Actually, I wish I could buy and read all the books. I really do, at least the ones on the … Continue reading →

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Inspirational Craft Books from Sweden with Love

Posted on 2016-10-16 by iHanna

Sweden has a big international music industry for such a small country, so it is probably well known how creative swedes are out there “in the world”. But did you know we also produce a ton of awesome books, most … Continue reading →

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Quilt Improv by Lucie Summers – a book review

Posted on 2014-07-21 by iHanna

I don’t like following patterns even though I sometimes do, to learn something new. I prefer to freestyle my projects. I also love inspiration as you might already know. I collect inspiration in just about any form, books included. So … Continue reading →

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A really good novel

Posted on 2014-06-21 by iHanna

Do you have time to read books? Probably not, but the question is: do you take time to read books? I think you should. Because reading is a lovely pastime any time of the year, and perfect for summer, weather … Continue reading →

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Stitched Blooms Book Blog Tour + A Book Review

Posted on 2013-09-26 by iHanna

Today is a big day for me as it’s the first time ever I join a Book Blog Tour! We’re here to celebrate Carina Envoldsen-Harris’ new book Stitched Blooms – 300 Floral, Leaf & Border Motifs to Embroider! This post … Continue reading →

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Video | What the World Needs is You

Posted on 2013-09-22 by iHanna

Today I’m sharing a quick text-based video that is actually a commercial for a book that I haven’t read or even seen in person. But the sweet message, that is all about how important you are, and the way it … Continue reading →

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Acrylic Solutions Exploring Mixed Media Layer by Layer

Posted on 2013-07-22 by iHanna

 Have you seen this book, Acrylic Solutions: Exploring Mixed Media Layer by Layer, yet? I’ve just finished reading it and I want to recommend you to check it out. To paint with acrylics you don’t need a tutorial or how-to … Continue reading →

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Creative Lettering – Techniques & Tips from Top Artists

Posted on 2013-05-24 by iHanna

Writing is a form of therapy; sometimes I wonder how all those who do not write, compose or paint can manage to escape the madness, melancholia, the panic and fear which is inherent in a human situation. Graham Greene If … Continue reading →

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Journal it! 19 Perspectives in Creative Journaling

Posted on 2013-04-08 by iHanna

Book review time today again. Yay! I’ve been reading and enjoying Jenny Doh’s book Journal It! and thought you might like it too! It’s one of those books with techniques from many different artists, showing bits of their individual style. … Continue reading →

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