Fresh start

Provides step-by-step instructions for putting together several kinds of books by hand.

Provides step-by-step instructions for making jewelry using readily available materials.

Demonstrates the techniques and materials involved in making scale models, using as an example the houses, shops, and other elements of a town street.

Introduces the art of calligraphy, discussing the materials, writing tools, and techniques used in forming letters and numbers.

Provides instructions for constructing simple sculptures out of different types of natural objects, such as fir cones and twigs.

Text and photographs introduce kite designs and the best material for constructing efficient kites.

An introduction, in text and photographs, to drawing techniques and the range of materials used to produce a variety of textures and effects.

Describes how to construct and use a variety of toy theaters, including spinning-disk theaters, Punch and Judy theaters, shadow theaters, and Victorian toy theaters.

Presents step-by-step instructions for decorating paper using various techniques such as stenciling, printing, and marbling; and demonstrates how to make special occasion cards and wrap gifts.

Provides illustrated instructions for making a variety of collages from such materials as tissue paper, buttons, string, newspaper, and stamps.