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Color your way through 1980s pop culture with Best of the ’80s Coloring Book!

Mix coloring with nostalgia, and you have an upbeat activity book that is also therapeutic, for a fun and relaxing escape from life’s stresses. With almost 50 nostalgic illustrations, this high-quality coloring book lets you color some of the most memorable moments from the 1980s. With your choice of coloring tools, revisit everything in this decade, from TV and movie icons, such as Mr. T and Freddy Krueger, to music stars, such as Guns N' Roses and Madonna.

This coloring book’s high-quality paper allows you to color with your choice of colored pencils, crayons, markers, and more. The one-sided printing helps avoid coloring bleed-through and allows for easy display of finished pieces, which include:

  • Movie scenes from The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, Footloose, and Nightmare on Elm Street
  • Music icons such as Guns N' Roses, Whitney Houston, and Madonna
  • Fashion staples such as big hair and shoulder pads
  • Technology such as boom boxes, computers, and arcade games


Grab your coloring tools and travel back to the days of big hair and shoulder pads, early computers and video games, MTV pop stars and teen movie heartthrobs with your copy of Best of the ’80s Coloring Book!

The Color Through the Decades coloring book series allows you to revisit and reminisce about your favorite time periods. Also available in this series is Best of the ’90s Coloring Book.

Featuring drawing lessons, step-by-step projects, and open practice pages, The Little Book of Drawing Dragons & Fantasy Characters teaches beginning artists how to draw dragons, fairies, mythological beasts, and more.
 
Step-by-step projects, creative exercises, interactive prompts, and helpful tips and techniques bring this popular drawing subject to life and invite creativity and personalization. Drawing techniques, such as value, shading, and creating texture and perspective, are included to help artists of all skill levels learn to draw accurately. Learn to draw fur, scales, wings, tails, and how to put them all together to create your own unique fantasy characters and artwork.

More than 15 step-by-step projects include:

  • Western Dragon
  • Eastern Dragon
  • Water Dragon
  • Hydra
  • Centaur
  • Fairy
  • Minotaur
  • Griffin
  • Unicorn
  • And more!

In the popular, established The Little Book of… series from Walter Foster Publishing, artists and art hobbyists alike delight in learning a variety of fun, approachable, relevant, and interesting art topics in a portable format boasting a fresh, contemporary, and interactive design. Open practice pages, creative exercises, and art prompts encourage interactivity for immediate results while teaching beginners the fundamentals of the featured medium in a fun, engaging way.

Also available from the series:The Little Book of Sketching, The Little Book of Lettering & Word Design, The Little Book of Manga Drawing, The Little Book of Cartooning & Illustration, and The Little Book of Rock Painting.

Learn the basics of cartoon animation from acclaimed animator Preston Blair with Animation 1!
 
Join acclaimed cartoon animator Preston Blair as he explains and demonstrates the magic of cartoon animation. Learn to develop a cartoon character’s shape, personality, features, and mannerisms; how to create movements, such as walking, running, skipping, and sneaking; and tips on using lines of action and creating realistic motion. From cartooning basics to more advanced animation techniques, Animation 1 is a welcome introduction for artists ready to bring their drawings to life. Full of step-by-step sketches, tips, and drawing techniques, this is a comprehensive guide that no cartoon animation enthusiast should be without.

Subjects covered in Animation 1 are:

  • Tools & Materials
  • Construction of the Head
  • The Stretch & Squash Principle
  • Facial Expressions
  • Line of Action
  • The Skeleton Foundation
  • Hand Construction
  • Character Construction
  • The “Pugnacious” Character
  • The “Cute” Character
  • The “Screwball” Type
  • The “Goofy” Character
  • Movement of Body Masses
  • Birds
  • Taking Flight
  • The “Take”
  • Movements of the Two-Legged Figure
  • Movements of the Four-Legged Figure
  • Front & Rear Views of Movements
  • The Skip
  • The Sneak
  • The Walk & The Run
  • Dialogue

 
Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. Animation 1 allows artists to widen the scope of their abilities, demonstrating how to animate a character, from character development to movement and dialogue.

Discover the cozy joy of urban sketching with Instagram star Urban Anna as she teaches you how to draw and watercolor charming cafés, shops, and street scenes from around the world.

Draw and paint your dream town—no passport required! In Paint the Town with Urban Anna, illustrator Astrid Wielinga—known online as Urban Anna—shows you how to bring scenic urban architecture to life in pencil, fineliner pen, and watercolor. With 17 step-by-step projects, this inspiring guide walks you through her full creative process, from materials and drawing basics to adding watercolor magic.

Each project features:

  • Globally inspired storefronts—from Parisian patisseries to Irish pubs
  • Step-by-step instruction for sketching and painting details with confidence
  • Tips for developing your own style and finding inspiration in everyday scenes
  • Printed watercolor templates and downloadable tracings, so you can start painting right away

Filled with inviting, feel-good art and gentle guidance, Paint the Town with Urban Anna makes watercolor urban sketching fun, relaxing, and beautifully achievable for artists of all levels.

Find the beauty in everyday architecture—and paint your own whimsical world, one storefront at a time.

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Learn to paint supercute animals in watercolor! Just follow the step-by-step tutorials as you paint directly over the line drawings in the included watercolor pad.

From USA TODAY bestselling author Lacey Walker (@rebelunicorncrafts) comes Learn to Watercolor Adorable Animals, a fun and accessible way to explore watercolor painting—no sketching required!

This delightful book features 20 beginner-friendly projects, each focused on a different animal subject. Paint a playful pug, a curious pigeon, or a fun-loving octopus—alongside other charming creatures chosen to delight and inspire. Each project introduces essential watercolor skills while guiding you toward creating frame-worthy artwork of your own.

In Learn to Watercolor Adorable Animals, you’ll find:

  • Step-by-step painting tutorials 
  • A variety of lovable cartoon-like animal subjects
  • Outlines printed on a watercolor paper pad—no tracing or sketching necessary
  • Watercolor techniques, including wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering, blooms, and more
  • Linked video tutorials for extra guidance

Whether you’re new to watercolor or simply looking for a relaxing and creative hobby, this book provides everything you need for a joyful, stress-free painting experience—perfect to enjoy on your own or as a fun activity with kids.

Also in the Watercolor This Book series: Learn to Watercolor and How to Paint Beautiful Butterflies and Flowers in Watercolor.

Learn to paint birth flowers in luminous watercolor—just follow the simple tutorials as you bring pre-printed drawings to life.

Birth Flowers in Watercolor is a beautifully illustrated guide to painting the symbolic flowers of each birth month. Artist and bestselling author Kristin Van Leuven walks you through 24 flower tutorials—two per month—using step-by-step instructions and tips that make watercolor accessible to everyone.

Each flower corresponds to a birth month, from carnations and snowdrops in January to holly and narcissus in December. Whether you’re new to painting or a seasoned pro, this book has everything you need to make personalized artwork to gift or display—including a premium watercolor pad with 24 pre-printed floral sketches. There’s no need to draw first—simply pick your flower and start painting.

Inside this giftable guide, you’ll find:

  • Step-by-step watercolor lessons for 24 birth flowers
  • Pre-printed sketches on high-quality watercolor paper
  • QR Codes for easy-to-follow paint-alongs with Kristin
  • Tips and techniques for creating vibrant floral compositions
  • Inspiration for meaningful, personalized gifts and keepsakes

Discover the meanings behind and paint these birth month flowers:

  • January: carnation and snowdrop
  • February: violet and primrose
  • March: daffodil and cherry blossom
  • April: daisy and sweet pea
  • May: hawthorn and lily of the valley
  • June: rose and honeysuckle
  • July: larkspur and water lily
  • August: poppy and gladiolus
  • September: morning glory and aster
  • October: cosmos and marigold
  • November: chrysanthemum and peony
  • December: holly and narcissus

Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just because, Birth Flowers in Watercolor brings together art and sentiment in one beautiful package. Whether you’re celebrating your own special month or gifting someone theirs, this book makes painting a personal expression of love, memory, and creativity.

Craft your sass into every stitch with the hilariously irreverent patterns and crochet fun waiting for you in Snarky Crochet!

If you’ve ever wanted to say what you really think—without actually saying it—Snarky Crochet has you covered. From viral crochet creator Lisa Ha (@gettohookingcrochet), this bold and brilliantly petty pattern book is designed for makers who want to turn their feelings into fiber. Whether it’s pettiness, irritation, heartbreak, or straight-up spite, there’s a project here to help you stitch it out with sass.

With 15 lippy crochet patterns that blend sarcasm, humor, and passive-aggressive charm, Snarky Crochet redefines what a craft book can be. Along with the patterns, you’ll find a hefty supply of crochet jokes, practical listicles, and must-learn tips, like how you can keep crocheting when surrounded by idiots. 

Inside this one-of-a-kind book, you’ll find:

  • 15 cheeky patterns, including the Middle Finger Cactus, Spite Stripe Scarf, Cat Butt Coasters, and more!
  • Beginner-accessible instructions so anyone can join the petty party—no matter their skill level.
  • Tips for customizing projects to throw even more shade with your stitches.
  • Listicles, jokes, and fiber puns for endless crochet fun!
  • Inspiration for gifts, gag projects, and yarn-fueled emotional catharsis.

Each pattern is an outlet—whether you’re crocheting a revenge project for an ex-friend, or just need a reason to cackle while you craft. Lisa’s voice is equal parts hilarious and empowering, inviting you to be unapologetically yourself and have fun with your yarn.

Perfect for Gen Z crafters, punk-hearted fiber artists, and anyone who’s tired of pastel bunnies and cozy clichés, Snarky Crochet is a celebration of humor, honesty, and handmade rebellion. Use it to start conversations, get a laugh, or just vent in the most productive (and passive-aggressive) way possible.

Because sometimes the best way to heal—or roast someone—is one stitch at a time.

Embrace cozy creativity with Bobbie Goods through step-by-step drawing tutorials, coloring activities, and more in this officially licensed book.

Bobbie Goods Cozy Coloring & Drawing combines winter-themed charm with hands-on creativity, perfect for fans of cute, whimsical art. This two-in-one book offers 32 pages of step-by-step drawing projects that guide budding artists through creating cozy animal characters, holiday scenes, and adorable objects. 

In addition to the tutorials, an attached pad includes 6 unique winter and holiday coloring pages and 6 memo sheets. Perfect for personalizing projects, jotting down notes, or sharing your creations with others, this pad offers endless possibilities for creative expression and fun!

Inside, you’ll find:

  • Easy step-by-step drawing tutorials for drawing holiday-themed animals, cozy scenes, and cute decorations
  • An attached pad with 6 cozy winter scenes to color and 6 memo pad pages

Whether you’re relaxing by the fire or looking for a creative holiday activity, the official Bobbie Goods Cozy Coloring & Drawing Pad offers a delightful, hands-on way to enjoy the winter season.

Relive the spine-tingling thrills of your favorite horror movies as you add color to their most terrifying scenes.

Coloring Creepy Horror Movies is an essential coloring book for scary movie fans. Bring a splash of color to the haunted corridors of an isolated hotel, creatures from beyond, and zombie risen from the grave. From a masked figure lurking on Halloween night to unsettling close-ups of things that go bump in the night, each page delivers a piece of horror history, inviting you to add your personal touch to these frightening scenes.

If you like scary movies, revisit the opening scenes of Scream, contemplate bringing home Chucky to be your best friend, and imagine yourself on a deserted island as you color in the weapons from Battle Royale in this unofficial coloring collection. Perfect for unwinding after a movie marathon or setting the mood for Halloween, this book allows you to create a personal tribute to the thrilling and chilling world of horror cinema.

Inside, you will find:

  • 46 intricate illustrations to color
  • Chilling scenes from popular scary movies
  • High-quality, bleed-resistant paper 
  • Single-sided coloring pages 
  • Perforations for easy removal and display

Whether you’re a fan of fear or looking for the perfect cinephile gift, this coloring book brings horror movies to life in a unique way.

Also available from the Lights, Camera, Color! series: Coloring Rom-Com Movie Magic

Embark on a coloring journey through the iconic skylines and landmarks of the USA led by the enchanting folk art of Eric Dowdle.

Folk artist Eric Dowdle is well-known for his brightly colored paintings of famous cities and landmarks from around the world. These coloring pages created from his intricately detailed artwork lend themselves perfectly to armchair travelers, coloring enthusiasts, and fans of the artist (or all three!).

Original full-color illustrations alongside the coloring pages offer inspiration for color choices, and the abundance of detail filling every inch of the page provides hours of relaxing entertainment, with complex outlines to challenge and inspire.
 
From New York to Chicago and St. Louis to Las Vegas, America the Beautiful Coloring Book allows you to explore these famous cities through the eyes of an artist.
 

  • Contains 40 coloring pages, with original full-color illustrations for guidance.
  • Includes detailed scenes of famous US cities and their landmarks.
  • Features quality paper with one-sided artwork for easy display.

 
With more than 30 million puzzles showcasing his artwork sold worldwide, folk artist Eric Dowdle offers a new way to experience his art with this coloring book series from Walter Foster Publishing. Each coloring book features his most iconic and popular paintings of famous cities and international landmarks, from Buckingham Palace to the National Parks.

Also available in the Dowdle Coloring Book series: Around the World Coloring Book, National Parks Coloring Book, and Beautiful Beaches Coloring Book.