Author: Anne Marie Rådström
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789178442034
Category : Folk art
Languages : en
Pages : 127
Book Description
Wooden Horses of Sweden
Author: Anne Marie Rådström
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789178442034
Category : Folk art
Languages : en
Pages : 127
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789178442034
Category : Folk art
Languages : en
Pages : 127
Book Description
Swedish Wooden Toys
Author: Amy Fumiko Ogata
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300200751
Category : ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Swedish toy industry has long produced vast quantities of colorful, quality wooden items that reflect Scandinavian design and craft traditions. This superbly illustrated book, including specially commissioned photography, looks at over 200 years of Swedish toys, from historic dollhouses to the latest designs for children. Featuring rattles, full-size rocking horses, dollhouses, and building blocks to skis, sleds, and tabletop games with intricate moving parts, Swedish Wooden Toys also addresses images of Swedish childhood, the role of the beloved red Dala horse in the creation of national identity, the vibrant tradition of educational toys, and the challenges of maintaining craft manufacturing in an era of global mass-production. Published in association with the Bard Graduate Center Exhibition Schedule: Paris, Musée des Arts Décoratifs (06/18/14-01/11/15) Bard Graduate Center March 2015 Stockholm Summer 2015
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300200751
Category : ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Swedish toy industry has long produced vast quantities of colorful, quality wooden items that reflect Scandinavian design and craft traditions. This superbly illustrated book, including specially commissioned photography, looks at over 200 years of Swedish toys, from historic dollhouses to the latest designs for children. Featuring rattles, full-size rocking horses, dollhouses, and building blocks to skis, sleds, and tabletop games with intricate moving parts, Swedish Wooden Toys also addresses images of Swedish childhood, the role of the beloved red Dala horse in the creation of national identity, the vibrant tradition of educational toys, and the challenges of maintaining craft manufacturing in an era of global mass-production. Published in association with the Bard Graduate Center Exhibition Schedule: Paris, Musée des Arts Décoratifs (06/18/14-01/11/15) Bard Graduate Center March 2015 Stockholm Summer 2015
Per and the Dala Horse
Author: Rebecca Hickox
Publisher: Yearling
ISBN: 9780440414254
Category : Brothers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When a Swedish farmer dies, his eldest son inherits the farm, a sturdy workhorse, and a plow. The middle son comes by a fine riding horse, and Per, the youngest, receives a handsomely carved and painted Dala horse. Though his brothers laugh, Per guesses that his horse will prove useful. And when the trolls of the underworld work their mischief, neither the workhorse nor the riding horse can compare with Per's magnificent Dala horse.
Publisher: Yearling
ISBN: 9780440414254
Category : Brothers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When a Swedish farmer dies, his eldest son inherits the farm, a sturdy workhorse, and a plow. The middle son comes by a fine riding horse, and Per, the youngest, receives a handsomely carved and painted Dala horse. Though his brothers laugh, Per guesses that his horse will prove useful. And when the trolls of the underworld work their mischief, neither the workhorse nor the riding horse can compare with Per's magnificent Dala horse.
D Is for Dala Horse
Author: Kathy-jo Wargin
Publisher: Weigl Publishers - (Av2 by Weigl)
ISBN: 9781489652003
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents alphabetically arranged entries on topics related to the Nordic countries, from "F" for fjords, to "L" for lingonberries, to "R" for rosemaling.
Publisher: Weigl Publishers - (Av2 by Weigl)
ISBN: 9781489652003
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Presents alphabetically arranged entries on topics related to the Nordic countries, from "F" for fjords, to "L" for lingonberries, to "R" for rosemaling.
Wood Carving Basics
Author: David Sabol
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 1561588881
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
Book of projects designed to give beginners the experience of work in a wide number of carving styles.
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 1561588881
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
Book of projects designed to give beginners the experience of work in a wide number of carving styles.
Mossy
Author: Jan Brett
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698180240
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Who will help Mossy return home to Lilypad Pond? Mossy, an amazing turtle with a gorgeous garden growing on her shell, loses her freedom when Dr. Carolina, a biologist, takes her to live in her Edwardian museum. Visitors flock to see Mossy, but it is Dr. Carolina's niece, Tory, who notices how sad Mossy is living in a viewing pavilion. She misses the outdoors and her friend, Scoot. Dr. Carolina finds a way to keep the spirit of Mossy alive at the museum. She invites Flora and Fauna to paint Mossy's portrait. Then she and Tory take Mossy home, where Scoot is waiting for her. Jan Brett fans will pore over the colorful paintings of Lilypad Pond and lush borders displaying wildflowers, ferns, butterflies and birds in contrast to elegant spreads of the museum filled with visitors in stylish Edwardian dress and exquisite borders of shells, rocks, crystals and birds' eggs. MOSSY gives readers a fascinating look at nature in the wild and on display in a natural history museum.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698180240
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Who will help Mossy return home to Lilypad Pond? Mossy, an amazing turtle with a gorgeous garden growing on her shell, loses her freedom when Dr. Carolina, a biologist, takes her to live in her Edwardian museum. Visitors flock to see Mossy, but it is Dr. Carolina's niece, Tory, who notices how sad Mossy is living in a viewing pavilion. She misses the outdoors and her friend, Scoot. Dr. Carolina finds a way to keep the spirit of Mossy alive at the museum. She invites Flora and Fauna to paint Mossy's portrait. Then she and Tory take Mossy home, where Scoot is waiting for her. Jan Brett fans will pore over the colorful paintings of Lilypad Pond and lush borders displaying wildflowers, ferns, butterflies and birds in contrast to elegant spreads of the museum filled with visitors in stylish Edwardian dress and exquisite borders of shells, rocks, crystals and birds' eggs. MOSSY gives readers a fascinating look at nature in the wild and on display in a natural history museum.
The Little Book of Fika
Author: Lynda Balslev
Publisher: Andrews Mcmeel+ORM
ISBN: 1449493335
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 149
Book Description
Discover the Swedish tradition of fika—the twice-daily coffee break—in this illustrated guide with facts, quotes, tips, and twenty sweet and savory recipes. Swedes are among the happiest people in the world—and for good reason. They know how to savor life’s little pleasures. And there’s nothing they enjoy more than taking a break—sometimes twice a day—to spend with friends over a delicious treat and a rich cup of coffee. The Little Book of Fika is your introduction to this time-honored ritual. With these traditional Swedish recipes, insightful quotes, and more, you’ll know why the Swedish love to say “Lagon ar bast” (Just the right amount is best).
Publisher: Andrews Mcmeel+ORM
ISBN: 1449493335
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 149
Book Description
Discover the Swedish tradition of fika—the twice-daily coffee break—in this illustrated guide with facts, quotes, tips, and twenty sweet and savory recipes. Swedes are among the happiest people in the world—and for good reason. They know how to savor life’s little pleasures. And there’s nothing they enjoy more than taking a break—sometimes twice a day—to spend with friends over a delicious treat and a rich cup of coffee. The Little Book of Fika is your introduction to this time-honored ritual. With these traditional Swedish recipes, insightful quotes, and more, you’ll know why the Swedish love to say “Lagon ar bast” (Just the right amount is best).
Per and the Dala Horse
Author: Rebecca Hickox
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780606127905
Category : Brothers
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
An original story based on Swedish folklore, in which a young boy and his toy horse outwit the trolls after his two older brothers have tried and failed.
Publisher: Turtleback
ISBN: 9780606127905
Category : Brothers
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
An original story based on Swedish folklore, in which a young boy and his toy horse outwit the trolls after his two older brothers have tried and failed.
The Legend of Prince Erik and the Dalarna Horse
Author: Dylan O'Leary
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780615274171
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 60
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780615274171
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 60
Book Description
Craft the Rainbow
Author: Brittany Watson Jepsen
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683352157
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
The popular craft designer and lifestyle blogger shares a rainbow of new project ideas—all using the creative power of paper. What began as a project collection and viral Instagram hashtag (#CrafttheRainbow) has become an inspiring book featuring all-new paper project ideas. Learn how to make playful party decorations, luscious flowers, amazing cards, and sophisticated wreaths, garlands, centerpieces, and more than you can imagine. Brittany Watson Jepsen is known for the unusually imaginative and amazingly beautiful designs she creates for her website and host of clients (including Anthropologie). In Craft the Rainbow, Jepsen walks readers through the easy basics of transforming simple paper—including tissue, crepe, cardstock, leaves of books, and vintage and recycled paper—into vibrant, fanciful, handmade projects suitable for every occasion.
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683352157
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
The popular craft designer and lifestyle blogger shares a rainbow of new project ideas—all using the creative power of paper. What began as a project collection and viral Instagram hashtag (#CrafttheRainbow) has become an inspiring book featuring all-new paper project ideas. Learn how to make playful party decorations, luscious flowers, amazing cards, and sophisticated wreaths, garlands, centerpieces, and more than you can imagine. Brittany Watson Jepsen is known for the unusually imaginative and amazingly beautiful designs she creates for her website and host of clients (including Anthropologie). In Craft the Rainbow, Jepsen walks readers through the easy basics of transforming simple paper—including tissue, crepe, cardstock, leaves of books, and vintage and recycled paper—into vibrant, fanciful, handmade projects suitable for every occasion.