Miriam Joy Knihy

Innovative crafting techniques are explored through the use of crayons as a cost-effective source of wax. With 15 basic designs ranging from circles to flowers, readers are encouraged to blend these techniques with their creativity to enhance thrifted or everyday items into vibrant art pieces. The book outlines essential materials, various surfaces suitable for wax application, and includes 11 starter projects, from simple magnets to intricate wall art and a masquerade mask. Bonus video links provide additional learning opportunities, making crafting accessible and fun.

The book showcases an innovative technique for creating vibrant designs using melted crayon wax on gourds and various materials. With 251 color images, artist Miriam Joy provides illustrated instructions for five engaging projects, including Peacock in the Moonlight and Southwest Dragonfly. The guide covers essential topics such as preparing surfaces, basic wax design, and embellishment techniques, making it accessible and cost-effective. Additionally, a gallery of completed works serves as inspiration, making this a valuable resource for gourd artists and crafters alike.

Create bright and cheerful designs for the holidays, using a box of crayons and a few simple tools! With step-by-step instructions and over 400 images, you can turn inexpensive and everyday items into family treasures. Start with the basics using simple shapes, free-hand designs, leaves, and flowers. Decorate tile magnets, ornaments, and other mediums. Find out how to use wax with paper, wood, glass, metals, boxes, eggs, and felt. Discover twice-melted wax and add color to your designs. Learn the methods to use color washes, base coating, and floating color to create a stunning, eye-catching project. From colorful Christmas ornaments, jewelry, and snowflakes to Easter eggs, necklaces, and pumpkins, Miriam Joy will show you how to add a little color to a basket sitting in the corner, make a wonderful Christmas heirloom out of an antique sled, and turn that old saw into a harvest piece to set above the fireplace.

"This step-by-step book reveals the design boost you can give your gourd projects by using crayons as an economical source of wax."--Page 4 of cover.