Chinese Kites: How to Make and Fly Them
Learn to build and fly your own authentic traditional chinese kites with this user-friendly crafts book.

Kites and China are practically synonymous, since these childhood toys were originally invented there before becoming popular around the world. For over 2000 years, kites have been a common sight in China, from the imperial court to the common people, and over that time period the craftsmanship of the kite has been perfected--and includes a diversity and richness of styles.

In Chinese Kites, you'll learn not only the history and varied forms of the Chinese kite, but also how to produce, step-by-step, a beautiful Chinese kite of your own! Learn how to:
  • Create the kite's framework Paint colorful designs
  • Master the techniques of putting the painted cover on the framework
  • Fly your creation!
With Chinese Kites, you will be able to experience firsthand the joy of seeing a kite you made soaring across the sky.
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Chinese Kites: How to Make and Fly Them
Learn to build and fly your own authentic traditional chinese kites with this user-friendly crafts book.

Kites and China are practically synonymous, since these childhood toys were originally invented there before becoming popular around the world. For over 2000 years, kites have been a common sight in China, from the imperial court to the common people, and over that time period the craftsmanship of the kite has been perfected--and includes a diversity and richness of styles.

In Chinese Kites, you'll learn not only the history and varied forms of the Chinese kite, but also how to produce, step-by-step, a beautiful Chinese kite of your own! Learn how to:
  • Create the kite's framework Paint colorful designs
  • Master the techniques of putting the painted cover on the framework
  • Fly your creation!
With Chinese Kites, you will be able to experience firsthand the joy of seeing a kite you made soaring across the sky.
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Chinese Kites: How to Make and Fly Them

Chinese Kites: How to Make and Fly Them

by David Jue
Chinese Kites: How to Make and Fly Them

Chinese Kites: How to Make and Fly Them

by David Jue

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Learn to build and fly your own authentic traditional chinese kites with this user-friendly crafts book.

Kites and China are practically synonymous, since these childhood toys were originally invented there before becoming popular around the world. For over 2000 years, kites have been a common sight in China, from the imperial court to the common people, and over that time period the craftsmanship of the kite has been perfected--and includes a diversity and richness of styles.

In Chinese Kites, you'll learn not only the history and varied forms of the Chinese kite, but also how to produce, step-by-step, a beautiful Chinese kite of your own! Learn how to:
  • Create the kite's framework Paint colorful designs
  • Master the techniques of putting the painted cover on the framework
  • Fly your creation!
With Chinese Kites, you will be able to experience firsthand the joy of seeing a kite you made soaring across the sky.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781462909674
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Publication date: 09/11/2012
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 51
File size: 2 MB
Age Range: 10 Years
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