New Release Books by Ming-ju Sun

Colorists feeling nostalgic for the scrunched socks, poof skirts and big hair of the 1980s will love these 31 retro illustrations of the wonderfully memorable fashions that defined the decade. Travel back in time with beautifully detailed outfits for work, play and formal events.

Travel back to the Jazz Age with glitzy and glamorous fashions inspired by one of the most beloved American novels of all time. Discover what made the 1920s roar while adding color to 31 finely detailed illustrations of women sporting drop-waist and patterned party dresses, fur shawls, cloche hats, and more as well as men dressed in tail-coat tuxedos, slim suits, homburg hats, and oxford shoes. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Great Gatsby Fashions and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.

Thirty-one memorable outfits range from the hippie carryovers of bell-bottom jeans, peasant blouses, and maxi dresses to mid-decade tailored blazers and pantsuits to carefree disco dresses of the late ''70s.

If you love the way they dressed in the swinging ''60s, this is the coloring book for you! Thirty-one pages of vintage styles range from chic formal ensembles to cool hippie threads.

Challenging and fun for fashionistas and colorists, these 31 illustrations showcase an original collection of stylish outfits. The beautifully detailed garments are worn by stunning models and decorated with floral prints and abstract patterns.

These are the styles that made the Twenties roar! Thirty-one gracefully rendered and historically accurate images recapture the era''s fashions, depicting flappers ― and the occasional sheik ― in all their beaded, sequined, and glittering glory. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Jazz Age Fashions and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.

Rosettes, medallions, and sinuous running vines are among the featured motifs of these 31 original fashions. Adapted from carpets, textiles, jewelry, and other sources, the unique styles await colorful touches.

Step back in time with 31 pages of styles from the 1950s. Then play fashion designer by adding color to men''s and women''s outfits, from full skirts to cardigans and capris.

Inspired by fashions of the 1920s, ''30s, and early ''40s, this gallery of smart-looking styles to color features 31 full-page illustrations of models in vintage day and evening outfits.

More than 30 illustrations to color depict women in traditional garb enhanced by intricate prints of cherry blossoms, bamboo, birds, and other figures. Perforated pages are printed on one side only. Previously published as Japanese Kimono Designs Coloring Book.

Glamorous models sport dresses consisting of intricately entwined flowers, leaves, and vines in these 31 full-page images. Inspired by botanical drawings, the imaginative illustrations will charm colorists of all ages.

Thirty illustrations, adapted from authentic woodblock prints, feature lovely ladies playing musical instruments, boating, dancing, strolling, and engaged in other activities.

What did boys and girls wear during the early 1900s? Thirty pages of colorable illustration — based on authentic merchandise in Sears catalogs from 1901 through 1921 — provide some answers. For special occasions, girls looked splendid in frilly dresses with lots of lace and ruffles. Knee-length trousers and high-top boots were popular with boys. Both favored hats. Coloring book fans and fashion mavens will treasure this collection and its delightful glimpse of early-20th-century styles for kids.

Superbly rendered illustrations, adapted from Godey''s Lady''s Book, a rare nineteenth-century fashion magazine, provide authentic views of evolving Victorian modes of apparel — from lace-edged necklines and elongated bodices to fitted bonnets and extravagant bustles. Thirty ready-to-color illustrations depict lavish dresses and gowns of velvet and damask; smart riding outfits trimmed with braid and gilt; an elegant cashmere shawl, children''s outfits; as well as hair ornaments, footwear, and other accessories. A lovely collection that offers an authentic glimpse of what well-dressed ladies and youngsters of the Victorian era were wearing, this is a must-have for coloring book fans, costume designers, and cultural historians.

Sixteen elegant costumes, adapted from the lovely fashion plates in early issues (1838-1858) of the highly popular and influential 19th-century women''s magazine, invite paper doll fans of all ages to dress two ladies in elegant apparel. An outdoor ensemble trimmed in fur and a bridal gown of ruffles and lace are among the lavish outfits in this delightfully rendered collection.

These lovely mid-Victorian-era costumes have been faithfully rendered from the publication that was the "last word" on clothing styles of the period, and include elegant evening dresses, bridal gowns, and daytime wear. Outfits are accompanied by hats and fanciful hair styles of the period. 2 dolls on gatefold cover and 16 costume plates.

Incorporating themes from classical, literary, and historical sources, Ukiyo-e artists painted the natural environment and interesting landmarks — but their favorite subject was beautiful women. This collection of 30 charming illustrations, adapted from authentic woodblock prints, features lovely ladies in elegant kimonos playing musical instruments, boating, dancing, strolling, and engaged in other activities.

Charming collection of late-19th-century apparel for two engaging young ladies, including embroidered undergarments, simply cut coats, pleated dresses in solid colors and prints, party frocks trimmed in lace, sleeveless jumpers worn with blouses, and an array of period hair styles, hats, purses, dolls, and stuffed animals. 2 dolls; 8 costume plates.

Dress 2 figures in 16 finely detailed costumes worn at folk festivals during the late-19th and early-20th centuries in former republics of the Soviet Union. Wardrobes include beautifully embroidered shawls, skirts, tunics, trousers, and long coats from Russia, Estonia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan.

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Two female figures are waiting to be garbed in formal court dress of the Ashikaga period (1338-1573): a pleated trouser skirt, kimonos with floral and bird designs, a traditional Japanese bridal dress, and modern formal robes. These lovely, authentic costumes will delight paper doll fans, collectors, costume designers.16 full-color plates of costumes.

From Martha Washington to Michelle Obama, 46 illustrations portray the nation''s First Ladies and official hostesses in this informative coloring book. Many of the First Ladies are depicted in their inaugural gowns."

Exquisitely rendered collection features 2 dolls, 16 authentic outfits costumes of classical dancers, saris, wedding attire, vivid prints from Rajasthan, Gujarat, Bihar, other regions."

16 authentic costumes for 2 samurai: outfits for a warrior general, member of the imperial guard, royal soldier, more. Includes weapons, headgear, other accessories.

2 dolls and 16 elaborately embroidered robes, dresses, and tunics represent over 1,000 years of Chinese fashion history from the Tang dynasty (618907 AD) to the Republican period (19111949)."

Entertaining collection of traditional garments as well as modern Western attire for a Japanese family of four includes brightly colored kimonos plus other apparel with classic shawl collars, flowing lines, and wide sashes. Nontraditional clothing includes Western style dresses for the young daughter and trousers, sweaters and shorts for the son. Paper lanterns, fans, books, handbags, hair ornaments and other accessories complement wardrobes in a collection that will appeal to paper doll fans and anyone interested in contemporary Japanese apparel. 73 stickers.

Splendid collection of 2 figures and 16 dazzling costumes designed for traditional characters in Chinese opera. Lavishly embroidered robes, elegant headdresses, and painted faces for male and female characters.

One delightful doll, 22 appealing costumes: quilted pants suit, pinafore dresses, corduroy slacks, matching sweater and print skirt, more, plus variety of accessories. 8 plates.

Embodying an intricate blend of pattern and color, texture and composition, the Japanese kimono is a stunning garment with origins dating back to the Nara period (645?794). Its history is rich in tradition, culture, and art. Drawing her inspiration from the 18th- and 19th-century Japanese woodblock prints by such masters as Utamaro and Hiroshige, designer and fashion historian Ming-ju Sun has created this exotic collection of 26 exquisite costumes with two charming Japanese dolls to model them. The kimonos display a broad range of lovely fabrics ? from simple, practical cottons to luxurious silks and satins ? and a variety of traditional decorative elements ? geometrics, florals, stripes, checks, plaids, animals, landscapes, Japanese characters, and circular crests. All are sensitively illustrated with clean line and lush color in the style of Japanese woodcuts. This entertaining and educational paper doll collection will be a favorite with children and collectors. As a full-color survey of the Japanese kimono as an art form, the volume will be valued by costume designers, students of the history of fashion, and the many people fascinated by Japanese art and culture.

Sixteen spectacular costumes reproduced in brilliant color and elegant detail: shogun, geisha, wicked woman, red princess, lion, many more. Informative captions. 2 dolls, 16 costumes on 16 plates.

Textile motifs developed through the centuries by Japanese artisans are surpassingly beautiful and well worth study, reproduction and adaptation by today''s artists and crafts people. Here one of our foremost interpreters of oriental traditional designs presents superb drawings of smooth silks, fine cottons and brocades featuring stylised patterns, in costumes and settings authentically Japanese.

Traditional Chinese renderings of flowers and animals, birds and insects in beautifully drawn compositions, perfect for any kind of adaptive use.

Over 90 royalty-free black-and-white illustrations offer graphic excellence of Oriental art. Peonies, wisteria, lotus, cherry and plum trees in full bloom, bamboo, birds, insects, decorative border elements, more. 94 black-and-white illustrations. Publisher''s Note.

Classic Japanese prints often focus on the beauties of trees, flowers, mountains and water; sometimes with handsomely garbed men and women included in the design. This splendid book presents beautifully flowing garden and other inspired Japanese nature designs that can be used in whole or in part for many decorative art and craft purposes. Invaluable for all artists, crafts people, designers, and art lovers.