PAPER MARBLING

$16.99 at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

In Paper Marbling: Learn in a Weekend, experiment with the colorful modern aesthetic of this versatile craft. Suminagashi, which translates simply as “ink floating,” is the ancient technique of Japanese-style paper marbling. An intuitive and satisfying process, it closely connects the crafter, the ink, and the water, and can be enjoyed by anyone. In this straightforward guide, designer Natascha Maksimovic takes you through every stage, from choosing colors right through to your very own finished pieces…