Love the designs, just complex enough
597217
This is a nice coloring book. It has two sections. One that is full page with one complete scene as the first half of the book. The second is those same pictures downsized by half.
The designs are nice. I like the fact that some are simple and some are more detailed. I love it and it helps me relax while coloring one of my favorite breed of puppers.
1597390
Beth Ann Williams takes something that looks complicated and makes it easy.  Great book, beautiful designs.
3418317
I don't have a great head for design--I know what I like when I see it, but it's hard for me to conceptualize what a layout should be to get the intended effect. With this, I can turn to a design I like and they've helpfully included the layout so I can replicate it.

Lots of great ideas, easy to read/flip through. Many different types of gardens.
1979857
Lots of designs with intricate patterns. I like the designs are one per page. No double sided pages. However, I'm glad I used a piece of copy paper behind my page when I started coloring because there is slight bleed through. (I use markers) Obviously this won't be an issue if you use pencil or crayons. Most of the pages repeat many of the same elements from other designs but they are still interesting. Some designs are really, really detailed and others are more simple. I like the variety. I really like this book.
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This is the second volume of Animal Designs by Blue Star.  The designs are quite lovely and are full of intricate twists and turns.  There are a number of distinctive design styles which makes me think that there are more than one designer involved with drawing these 33 animals.  Some of the designs are bold with broad strokes of the pen while others have an almost delicate quality to them.

The book is printed on a decent quality of paper and, thankfully, the designs are printed on one side of the page with the backside left blank.  That means I can have my choice of types of medium to color them with but I will definitely put a piece of freezer paper or cardstock behind the page as I work.  While the pages are not perforated, it doesn't appear that it will be difficult to remove them from the binding. The designs are centered on the page with lots of blank space left on all sides, so you won't get a cramped hand while trying to color in the last bits next to the binding.

There is a large assortment of animal designs, including the lion on the cover, wolf, seahorse, ram, peacock, owl, swan, and even a pig.  There are so many more that you will probably find several of your favorites included.

I love the relaxation that I obtain when I have been coloring.  It is almost a form of meditation for me.  I focus on the design and let everything else release from my thoughts.  It is a wonderful way to end the day on a good note.
3305600
Intricate designs, beautiful designs and I can't really rave more about this coloring books. I would suggest coloring pencils on this on or maybe markers that will not bleed through the next page.
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I really enjoy coloring the designs in this book.  The only reason I didn't give it five stars is because all the designs are very intricate and it can become a little tedious.
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This coloring book is filled with beautiful moroccan designs that range from simple to very intricate.  There is a blank page between designs so you will not have to worry about bleed through.  Since I was given this book for free in exchange for my honest evaluation, I cannot say for sure if the pages are perforated, but there is plenty of room so that removal of pages should be relatively simple to one could remove page without much difficulty.  I usually do not go for this type of designs, but I really enjoyed looking at these and would find enjoyment in coloring most of them - with the exception of the really intricate designs which I am afraid my eyes would go crazy over!  So I would definitely recommend this book for most colorists.
2328647
love it. makes awesome designs. a little overwhelming with all the different pieces. Kind of wish I had bought a smaller set, but I got all the sets in one. So don't want to complain too much. LOL.. There is literally thousands of different combinations. Pretty Cool!
618276
Lovely line drawings ready for you to color. There are a mix of complicated and simpler designs. Most of the designs allow the user to decide how detailed they want to get in their artwork. For example, do you want to use two shades for a leaf or just one, do you want the finished product to convey the idea of sunlight or more shade. These designs allow for a wealth of individual expression.

Some of these designs will probably take many hours to complete, while others could  be done in just an hour or two. Most of the designs are nature related; foliage or animals, and at least one under the sea image. There are also several fairies or nymphs and a mermaid.

I received a complimentary copy of this book for the purpose of writing this review. I have not received any other compensation. All opinions expressed here are solely my own.
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Love the selection of designs and colors in the sets
1456283
I heard about adult coloring books recently and this one has not disappointed.  The designs are fun and intricate, but there is also good variety for when you need a bit of a break from the super intricate patterns.  The book also has perforated pages, in case you want to cleanly remove your creations.
3489814
I love many of the patterns in this book. There are simple to more complex patterns within. I've made two already.
1736855
There are some really beautiful designs in this book. It covers all skill levels with both written and diagram instructions. I would recommend this book. They are like little works of art and I've put several in shadow boxes and hung on the wall.
954952
I love the abstract design, it fits in the way I do tangles.  I will enjoy having more ideas to work from.
74606
Very nice patterns, and I appreciate being able to download the designs so I can do them a couple of times for some of my projects. Thank you for the work.
1310881
This book has great designs for young people, especially for guys. It can be hard to find designs that are modern without being bizarre. The sweaters in this book will appeal to young men and women. They offer a nice variety, with tanks, pullovers, cardigans, tunics, and jackets. All are sized from 32" to 40" for women and 34" to 44" for men.

You will need to be able to read knitting patterns in order to use this book, and they do not include how-to-knit info. However, they do not assume much. They give specific row-by-row directions for ribbing and moss stitch. They give schematics and charts as well as row-by-row directions. They also include some interesting finishing details, including bleaching in particular patterns and embroidery, and the instructions for these details are very clear.

The patterns themselves are not difficult. They are all designed for denim yarn, though, a yarn which shrinks in a particular way. An experienced knitter who is comfortable with math should be able to adjust the patterns for other yarns, but if that does not describe you, then you must be prepared to use denim yarns for these designs, or find that they will not fit.

A final comment -- the book is, like all Rowan books, very attractive. Most of the models look sulky or preoccupied -- as though they were all waiting around for the ACT test to begin -- but the photography is lovely.