Lovely designs for crafters of all skill levels. I appreciated the different mediums you can use and instructions for using them, as well as the history of the art. A great idea for crafters looking to branch out, and an excellent addition to library craft collections.

My apologies - I was unable to properly read this book before the epub expired. Thank you for the opportunity to read it - I'm sorry I missed it, and I'll look for it on Amazon. (Star rating is not reflective of any opinion, but only of the fact that Netgalley will not allow submission without)

This well-structured book has high-quality images along with easy to follow step-by-step instructions that will have you creating and crafting some uniques designs on yourself, family and friends in henna or incorporating the same designs on objects such as a glass jar and just about any surface artists use as a canvas. I myself have incorporated some of the designs into Mandalas for coloring. My next project I want to try on some Mason Jars as shown in the book for gift giving this holiday season.

A helpful step-by-step guide for creating intricate traditional Mehndi designs. It explores using many different art mediums and shares many creative DIY projects to put your new skills to practice. It even goes into the history and significance behind Mehndi in Indian culture. It was overall just a really fun and informative read.

Stunning visuals and the tutorials are pretty easy to follow.

Wonderful book for mehendi lovers. A best book to own.......

This book has a little of everything. From the history of henna to modern craft projects you can make using the designs. There's step-by-step instructions on making all of the more common modern designs. Don't know how to draw a paisley design that feels appropriate? Yup, step-by-step instructions here. There's even a step-by-step peacock design. So pretty!

A few of the projects feel a little weak for such a strong book. A few feel repetitive, but I suppose there is only so many paint a design on an object projects in a row you can see before they have to feel that way.

Overall, a pretty decent add to an arts and crafts book collection.

If you enjoy doodling, zentangle or drawing mandalas and want to try something new, Mehndi art (also known as Henna) is a good choice. It is repetitive and based on basic patterns just like zentangle and mandala art, so as you might have guessed, it can be relaxing and meditative to create."Mehndi for the inspired artist" contains step by step instructions to create basic motifs for traditional and tribal designs as well as variations and even freestyle. It also introduces you briefly to the history and culture behind this ancient art.
Decoration for your hands or a pretty jar

Most of the book content will teach you how to create basic motifs that can be combined to create more intricate patterns and designs. It also shows you how to make an applicator cone plus a recipe for preparing henna paste. If you want to try the traditional approach and paint your arms or legs (temporary body art), there are several examples on how to arrange motifs on your hands and feet. Be mindful that this book has more of a design approach and doesn't discuss technical aspects of how to use the cone or have control of the paste flow.

If you rather keep these designs forever, there are several craft projects to choose from in this book, but the possibilities are endless. I think that the jar project from the cover is my favorite. Can't stop thinking how pretty it would look with a tea candle inside. Great for artists and crafters alike that would like to try new patterns and get fresh ideas.

This is practical photo study book with enough information for an individual to learn some Mehndi art basics and from there to create your own. I really liked the way book started giving an opinion for reader to browse for more information and opinions on the henna patterns and techniques, as the writers state - there are many varieties between different regions and culture variations.

Mehndi for the Inspired Artist: 50 contemporary patterns & projects inspired by traditional henna art by Morgan Alex, Iqra Qureshi, Alex Morgan, Sonia Sumaira, and Heather Caunt-Nulton is a book I requested from NetGalley and the review is voluntary. I have always wanted to try this delicate art work but I had no idea how to start. This is a great beginner's book. It not only tells you the the history of Mehndi, and henna, and what the differences are. It gives you so many step-by-step examples, tips and patterns. Lots of gorgeous pictures, up close so you can see! It tells you what you need, how, and different projects to start. Even that beautiful cover piece is in the book to make! It even gives you blank sheets to make your own patterns. How cool is that? This is so good, I think I could probably make some of these without a big mess, lol. Wonderful book! Thanks NetGalley for letting me read this gorgeous and informative art book!

I am love to art journal so this book was great for anyone who wants to learn how to freehand draw Mehndi styles for any use in art or henna drawing the instructions are very easy to follow.  There are step by step examples of how to break down the really complicated styles so any one who can draw a line can do it.

This is a nice book for beginners. There are other books out there with the same information but if you buy this one you won't need to buy anything else. Nice illustrations and nicely formatted.

A lovely book teaching how to do different patterns.

Mehndi For the Inspired Artist is a collaborative work from four author-artists and Quarto Group - Walter Foster.

The book is beautifully illustrated and lavishly photographed. It begins with a history and introduction to henna and mehndi. Since this book is more slanted toward mehndi inspired design and crafting, the 'Getting Started' chapter is less about how-to for temporary henna tattoos on skin and much more about tools and supplies for paper and crafting and paint based mehndi design. There is a very short section on blending henna paste to make a stain (especially for leather items), but that's not the main focus of the book. Only one of the projects, a stylish tambourine (p. 88 in the PDF version), actually uses mehndi henna paste. Most of the other projects use acrylic paint, glass markers, or other media. It's a relatively short book, 131 pages, but full of inspiration.

There are a number of beautiful projects which really appealed to me, including the beautiful mason jar on the cover. The other projects run the gamut from paper & stationery to picture frames, wall art, coasters and pendants. I certainly intend to modify some of the designs to textile art and intend to make placemats and a tablecloth at the very least.

This tutorial book has a step-by-step format. The design pages are all laid out in steps with each following part highlighted so the progress of the intricate designs follow naturally for the artist. The design pages comprise roughly 30% of the total content, followed by about the same amount of project tutorials.

There are also outline template pages to try out different layouts on hands, feet, legs, etc. There are inspiration pages with information about non-traditional designs as a further experimentation starting point for more 'tribal' looking art.

This is a wonderful resource for mixed media artists, doodlers/zentanglists, and creative souls of all types no matter what art form they prefer. It's a joyful book absolutely full of inspiration.

"Mehndi for the Inspired Artist" provides instruction on how to create basic mehndi patterns and how to use these designs on do-it-yourself projects (usually using acrylic paint instead of henna). The authors started by briefly explaining the history of using henna to create designs on the skin. They included a recipe on how to make your own henna paste and how to use it on skin.

The various artists then gave stroke-by-stroke pictures showing how to draw some basic mehndi designs (paisley, several flowers and vines, an arch, mandala, peacock, bands and borders, braids, etc.). Even a child could follow the directions and create the patterns.

Next were the step-by-step projects with pictures illustrating each step, and the end results looked beautiful. I expect a beginner's projects won't look quite so neat (as in, clean lines), but everything takes practice. The projects included decorating an envelope, candle, picture frame, wooden monogram letter, animal-skin tambourine, wooden jewelry box, wooden table coaster, charger plate, mason jar, and making pendants. They didn't explain where you might get some of the less-available supplies, which might have been useful, but I suppose you can find them online.

I've used henna to create temporary body art in the past, but I wasn't using traditional designs. I enjoyed learning more about how to create traditional designs and make up your own variations. Overall, I'd recommend this book to those interested in basic mehndi patterns and designs.

This is a fascinating book with lots of patterns to copy, and to improve one's techniques. Lots of photographs and drawings make it as visually appealing as the topic it describes, and also delves into regional or national variations. I can't wait to get my gold 3D paint to start decorating jars!

This book was excellent. It truly explained the history of henna and in simple layman terms how to do it.
I truly enjoyed reviewing this book

This book is beautiful! It is full of design and project ideas that most everyone can do. The author includes the history of Mehndi and why it is sometimes called henna, the difference, and the historical significance of the art. Then we get a tutorial on how to make the most popular patterns. To sum things up, for those of us who do not want to practice henna on skin, there are some great projects to bring the mehndi style into your home. And even practice sheets at the end to start with before using real materials. Overall, a great book for any experienced or beginning crafter.

Indian designs have always intrigued me, this is such an inspiring book with lots of designs to tickle the creative juices. These designs and be used as a launching point for embroidery, printing, painting/colouring or just for body decoration. It isn't a big book but it packs quite lot in it.

What an amazing book! Loved all the designs, styles and history behind the henna traditions. Beautiful illustrations and easy to follow step by step directions for you to use and templates to practice the designs on. This is one of those books you will continue to use for designs, inspiration and practice. There are wonderful art projects and home decor projects for you to make also.
Gives all the basics so you can make your own henna, draw your design and enjoy what you created.