Wayne Public Library has added some fun books for those who wish to be creative or learn something new! Crafting, knitting and crochet have many health benefits! They can help with anxiety, lower stress levels, your blood pressure and keep your brain active!
And there are many more books like this in our collection, stop by the Adult Reference desk for assistance.
Blooming Paper
By Reed, Laura
Learn to create bold, modern paper flowers from an award-winning professional in the field. Perfect for makers ready to try something new, and for stylists, event planners, and display designers. Paper flower making is an accessible craft that uses simple tools and humble materials. Professional Laura Reed, experienced in creating amazing display windows featuring paper botanicals, offers a straightforward, methodical approach suitable for beginners and more-advanced enthusiasts. Starting with basic techniques, enjoy 7 projects that take you through the mindful processes of petal forming through to designing full paper flower projects. The designs are bold and modern. Starting with the basics, you'll gain a solid understanding of the foundations of paper flower design and construction.
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9780764362088
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Paperback
Creative Mending
By Noguchi, Hikaru
Mend, rethink, transform, recreate!Mending your favorite fabric items - from jeans to sweaters to sofa covers - becomes a true art form in Creative Mending. In this book, mending guru Hikaru Noguchi shows you her entire range of valuable techniques - from embroidery and patching to darning and felting - that are just challenging enough for experienced menders.Noguchi's basic rules of mending are that the repair should suit the fabric and its user, and that there are lots of creative ways to create beautifully customized repairs - some subtle, others making a statement.She provides 13 techniques that show you how to:Apply creative repairs to both knitted and woven fabricsUse yarn, floss, ribbon, and fabric to reinvent well-loved garmentsMake understated repairs that add just a touch of contrast, color, or textureUse visible mending techniques for bold repairsDarn with felt to add body and dimension to a repaired itemMatch your repairs to the damage, the fabric, and the wearerManeuver through tricky places like inseams and underarmsAnd more!The 13 illustrated lessons and over 300 color photos in this book provide detailed examples for all the basic techniques.
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9780804854740
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Hardcover
Artisan Ropework
By Geach, Jessica
Artisan ropework - coiling, spiraling, and stitching cotton rope - is an exciting and relatively unexplored technique for creating baskets, vessels, wall hangings, bowls, and much more. This book is an excellent resource whether you are starting out on your stitched-ropework journey, looking for new inspiration, or seeking to explore new techniques. Stitched ropework is a creative, fun craft that is accessible to all skill levels. In this book, enjoy 15 projects for making bowls, jewelry holders, beach bags, and more - starting with beginner projects and moving through progressively advanced designs. You'll also find information on how to vary the designs and find your own style within this satisfying craft. All the projects have been designed by Jessica Geach, a well-known textile artist.
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9780764363061
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Paperback
Playtime Rompers to Knit
By Anderson, Jessica
Knitted rompers are perfect for playtime and photo ops!Jessica Anderson has outdone herself with these 25 patterns for the most adorable baby rompers you will ever see, in characters and animals including a giraffe, elephant, pumpkin, and ballerina, as well as colorful and striped designs for everyday wear. These outfits are both comfortable for baby and practical (easy to take on and off) for the busy parent. Patterns for two special rompers for your child's favorite doll are also included. Presented in an easy-to-follow format, you can start with a basic romper and then learn to add stripes, bum pockets, and hoods. Take it to the next level and add ears, tails, and other embellishments for a variety of animal designs. All instructions are clear and concise, so even a novice knitter can complete these rompers with ease.
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9780811739481
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Paperback
Conscious Crafts
By Koranteng, Vanessa
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9780711266049
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Hardcover
InstaKnits
By Leapman, Melissa
Attention Makers: You can knit social media worthy designs in no time!We're all so busy nowadays, but even the most time-crunched knitter can create these beautiful designs by beloved designer Melissa Leapman. Her collection of 24 quick-to-knit projects includes accessories such as hats, cowls, and mittens, as well as amazing wraps and sweaters. Patterns are organized by how long they take to knit, so figure out how much time you've got, and choose a design that excites you--and fits into your hectic lifestyle! Whether you knit up a hat in one afternoon or finish a shawl stitching just a few minutes a day, you'll enjoy the process and adore the instant gratification. Get ready for some selfies--you're going to love showing off your newest Instaknit FOs on social media!.
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9780811739948
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Hardcover
Knit 2 Socks in 1
By Talley, Safiyyah
Socks continue to be a favorite project of knitters, but "single sock syndrome" - losing interest in knitting that second sock after the first one is done - is the perpetual dilemma.Knit 2 Socks in 1 introduces a distinctive new method that will appeal to sock knitters of all levels as the simplest, most accessible way yet developed to knit two socks at a time. This innovative technique begins with making the first sock's cuff. The knitter can then relax and knit a long tube, which makes up the main body of both socks. With the help of a lifeline (scrap yarn that is threaded through stitches to hold them in place) , the knitter can easily separate the long tube into two socks. The heels and toes are worked with a simple two-row repeat and are finished with a "hat closure," a novice knitting technique often used to close the tops of hats.
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9781635864076
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Hardcover
Crochet Wraps
By Hildebrand, Tammy
Crochet wraps are perfect for every day!A gorgeous, colorful shawl can take any outfit to the next level of style. Spice up a casual outfit or keep the chill off your shoulders in a summer dress. You will reach for your favorite wraps again and again.The seven patterns in this book feature designs from lacy stoles to colorful motif shawls, and range in skill level from easy to experienced. Start out on an easy pattern like Midnight Azaleas or Ardeona Lace, or jump right to a more advanced pattern with Perfect Pineapples. If you need to brush up on your skills, a tutorial section is included with a review of basic crochet stitches plus photos and instructions for new techniques. These wraps are fast and addictive to crochet, so choose a favorite design and a super-soft yarn and get started today!.
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9780811771030
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Paperback
Quick Crochet for Kitchen and Home
By Baca, Salena
Add a pop of color and style to your home with these quick crochet pieces!Bringing new textures and colors into your home decor can make all the difference, and with these pieces you can make a whole selection of items for seasonal changes or just to suit your mood. Crochet colorful dishcloths, trivets, and potholders for the kitchen; a beautiful runner, plant hanger, and place mats for your dining room; and a basket, rug, and more for any room in your house. All of the patterns in this book work up in just a few hours, and are perfect for crocheting on the go. With just a hook and yarn in colors you love, you can brighten up every room in your house!
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9780811771108
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Paperback
Ultimate Crochet Nursery
By Simpson, Kristi
Adorn the nursery with handmade crochet pieces for baby!Your baby deserves the ultimate in crochet designer luxury. From soft and squishy blankets and rugs to colorful baskets, huggable lovies, stylish totes, wall hangings, mobiles, toys, and so much more, Ultimate Crochet Nursery delivers 40 patterns for diverse items for the baby and nursery. All patterns are suitable for a beginner to intermediate crocheter, and can be worked up quickly so you'll be ready to go when baby arrives. Make the items in the bright pastels shown here, or change up the colors to your favorite hues. There's so much to make, so get your hooks and yarn, and get going - baby's on the way!
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9780811770002
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Hardcover
Contemporary Stained Glass
By Mcculloch, Aimee
Aimee McCulloch, an accomplished modern glass artist, goes beyond traditional stained-glass techniques and makes glass into modern and contemporary works of art. Enjoy that contemporary focus in this complete guide as she first teaches beginner stained-glass skills (cutting glass, soldering, etc.) before launching you into 10 ambitious, exciting, and inspiring projects that can be displayed at home or given as gifts. By learning each of these techniques, you'll be able to continue working and experimenting with stained glass to combine techniques and create your own special designs. With McCulloch's help, combine new, contemporary techniques with historical ones to bring this popular art form into the present day.
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9780764363078
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Paperback
Natural Kitchen Dyes
By Alicia, Hall
With Natural Kitchen Dyes you can explore the magical world of natural dyes, without the need of a garden full of dye plants. Our kitchens are a great source of natural dye colors, from vegetable peels that create blush pinks and peaches, fruit skins that make lemon yellows, a green dye sourced from carrot tops, dried spices and used tea bags to create vibrant yellows, rich terracottas and deep browns. Natural Kitchen Dyes takes you through the exciting process of creating these wonderful natural colors, dyeing fabric with the dyes and suggests ingenious ways to get your hands on some natural dye sources. Accompanying the natural dye recipes in the book are ten environmentally conscious projects, which have been created not only to show off the natural dyes beautifully, but to help eliminate waste.
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9781526793096
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Paperback
Icelandic Mittens
By Henttinen, Guðrun Hannele
Gorgeous contemporary reconstructions and reinterpretations of the rich knitting traditions of Iceland. The Textile Museum in Blondus in northern Iceland houses a unique and fascinating collection of handknit Icelandic mittens, dating back centuries. Now, Gurun Hannele Hentinnen, an expert with a degree in textile studies -- and the owner of a yarn shop located in Reykjavk -- has reconstructed patterns and charts based on those historical examples, and breathed new life into a stunning selection of mittens and gloves for the modern knitter. Beautiful, warm, wearable mittens and gloves in a variety of colors and styles A master class in multi-color stranded knitting and in a wide range of stitches and techniques Full-color photographs and step-by-step instructions to aid both novice and veteran mitten-knitters.
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9781646011070
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Hardcover
Handknits from Rauma, Norway
By Presterud, Bente
30 timeless, endlessly wearable garments and accessories, including the best of Rauma's pattern archives. Bring joy, color, and style into your life with this exceptional collection! Celebrated designer Bente Presterud took a deep dive into the comprehensive pattern archives of Rauma Garn, a respected Norwegian yarn company founded in 1927; she chose dozens of her best finds to form this curated compilation. Featuring fashionable, comfortable, visually striking garments and accessories of all shapes and sizes, this selection of the best of Rauma's decades-deep treasure trove is creative inspiration no knitter should be without. Jackets, sweaters, slippers, shawls, scarves, mittens, socks, and more, for women and men Patterns including textures, cabling, and traditional Norwegian designs -- in fresh, fun color combinations Step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs, plus historical images reproduced from the archives of Rauma Garn.
Wayne Public Library has added some fun books for those who wish to be creative or learn something new! Crafting, knitting and crochet have many health benefits! They can help with anxiety, lower stress levels, your blood pressure and keep your brain active!
And there are many more books like this in our collection, stop by the Adult Reference desk for assistance.
Blooming Paper
By Reed, Laura
Learn to create bold, modern paper flowers from an award-winning professional in the field. Perfect for makers ready to try something new, and for stylists, event planners, and display designers. Paper flower making is an accessible craft that uses simple tools and humble materials. Professional Laura Reed, experienced in creating amazing display windows featuring paper botanicals, offers a straightforward, methodical approach suitable for beginners and more-advanced enthusiasts. Starting with basic techniques, enjoy 7 projects that take you through the mindful processes of petal forming through to designing full paper flower projects. The designs are bold and modern. Starting with the basics, you'll gain a solid understanding of the foundations of paper flower design and construction.
Creative Mending
By Noguchi, Hikaru
Mend, rethink, transform, recreate!Mending your favorite fabric items - from jeans to sweaters to sofa covers - becomes a true art form in Creative Mending. In this book, mending guru Hikaru Noguchi shows you her entire range of valuable techniques - from embroidery and patching to darning and felting - that are just challenging enough for experienced menders.Noguchi's basic rules of mending are that the repair should suit the fabric and its user, and that there are lots of creative ways to create beautifully customized repairs - some subtle, others making a statement.She provides 13 techniques that show you how to:Apply creative repairs to both knitted and woven fabricsUse yarn, floss, ribbon, and fabric to reinvent well-loved garmentsMake understated repairs that add just a touch of contrast, color, or textureUse visible mending techniques for bold repairsDarn with felt to add body and dimension to a repaired itemMatch your repairs to the damage, the fabric, and the wearerManeuver through tricky places like inseams and underarmsAnd more!The 13 illustrated lessons and over 300 color photos in this book provide detailed examples for all the basic techniques.
Artisan Ropework
By Geach, Jessica
Artisan ropework - coiling, spiraling, and stitching cotton rope - is an exciting and relatively unexplored technique for creating baskets, vessels, wall hangings, bowls, and much more. This book is an excellent resource whether you are starting out on your stitched-ropework journey, looking for new inspiration, or seeking to explore new techniques. Stitched ropework is a creative, fun craft that is accessible to all skill levels. In this book, enjoy 15 projects for making bowls, jewelry holders, beach bags, and more - starting with beginner projects and moving through progressively advanced designs. You'll also find information on how to vary the designs and find your own style within this satisfying craft. All the projects have been designed by Jessica Geach, a well-known textile artist.
Playtime Rompers to Knit
By Anderson, Jessica
Knitted rompers are perfect for playtime and photo ops!Jessica Anderson has outdone herself with these 25 patterns for the most adorable baby rompers you will ever see, in characters and animals including a giraffe, elephant, pumpkin, and ballerina, as well as colorful and striped designs for everyday wear. These outfits are both comfortable for baby and practical (easy to take on and off) for the busy parent. Patterns for two special rompers for your child's favorite doll are also included. Presented in an easy-to-follow format, you can start with a basic romper and then learn to add stripes, bum pockets, and hoods. Take it to the next level and add ears, tails, and other embellishments for a variety of animal designs. All instructions are clear and concise, so even a novice knitter can complete these rompers with ease.
Conscious Crafts
By Koranteng, Vanessa
InstaKnits
By Leapman, Melissa
Attention Makers: You can knit social media worthy designs in no time!We're all so busy nowadays, but even the most time-crunched knitter can create these beautiful designs by beloved designer Melissa Leapman. Her collection of 24 quick-to-knit projects includes accessories such as hats, cowls, and mittens, as well as amazing wraps and sweaters. Patterns are organized by how long they take to knit, so figure out how much time you've got, and choose a design that excites you--and fits into your hectic lifestyle! Whether you knit up a hat in one afternoon or finish a shawl stitching just a few minutes a day, you'll enjoy the process and adore the instant gratification. Get ready for some selfies--you're going to love showing off your newest Instaknit FOs on social media!.
Knit 2 Socks in 1
By Talley, Safiyyah
Socks continue to be a favorite project of knitters, but "single sock syndrome" - losing interest in knitting that second sock after the first one is done - is the perpetual dilemma.Knit 2 Socks in 1 introduces a distinctive new method that will appeal to sock knitters of all levels as the simplest, most accessible way yet developed to knit two socks at a time. This innovative technique begins with making the first sock's cuff. The knitter can then relax and knit a long tube, which makes up the main body of both socks. With the help of a lifeline (scrap yarn that is threaded through stitches to hold them in place) , the knitter can easily separate the long tube into two socks. The heels and toes are worked with a simple two-row repeat and are finished with a "hat closure," a novice knitting technique often used to close the tops of hats.
Crochet Wraps
By Hildebrand, Tammy
Crochet wraps are perfect for every day!A gorgeous, colorful shawl can take any outfit to the next level of style. Spice up a casual outfit or keep the chill off your shoulders in a summer dress. You will reach for your favorite wraps again and again.The seven patterns in this book feature designs from lacy stoles to colorful motif shawls, and range in skill level from easy to experienced. Start out on an easy pattern like Midnight Azaleas or Ardeona Lace, or jump right to a more advanced pattern with Perfect Pineapples. If you need to brush up on your skills, a tutorial section is included with a review of basic crochet stitches plus photos and instructions for new techniques. These wraps are fast and addictive to crochet, so choose a favorite design and a super-soft yarn and get started today!.
Quick Crochet for Kitchen and Home
By Baca, Salena
Add a pop of color and style to your home with these quick crochet pieces!Bringing new textures and colors into your home decor can make all the difference, and with these pieces you can make a whole selection of items for seasonal changes or just to suit your mood. Crochet colorful dishcloths, trivets, and potholders for the kitchen; a beautiful runner, plant hanger, and place mats for your dining room; and a basket, rug, and more for any room in your house. All of the patterns in this book work up in just a few hours, and are perfect for crocheting on the go. With just a hook and yarn in colors you love, you can brighten up every room in your house!
Ultimate Crochet Nursery
By Simpson, Kristi
Adorn the nursery with handmade crochet pieces for baby!Your baby deserves the ultimate in crochet designer luxury. From soft and squishy blankets and rugs to colorful baskets, huggable lovies, stylish totes, wall hangings, mobiles, toys, and so much more, Ultimate Crochet Nursery delivers 40 patterns for diverse items for the baby and nursery. All patterns are suitable for a beginner to intermediate crocheter, and can be worked up quickly so you'll be ready to go when baby arrives. Make the items in the bright pastels shown here, or change up the colors to your favorite hues. There's so much to make, so get your hooks and yarn, and get going - baby's on the way!
Contemporary Stained Glass
By Mcculloch, Aimee
Aimee McCulloch, an accomplished modern glass artist, goes beyond traditional stained-glass techniques and makes glass into modern and contemporary works of art. Enjoy that contemporary focus in this complete guide as she first teaches beginner stained-glass skills (cutting glass, soldering, etc.) before launching you into 10 ambitious, exciting, and inspiring projects that can be displayed at home or given as gifts. By learning each of these techniques, you'll be able to continue working and experimenting with stained glass to combine techniques and create your own special designs. With McCulloch's help, combine new, contemporary techniques with historical ones to bring this popular art form into the present day.
Natural Kitchen Dyes
By Alicia, Hall
With Natural Kitchen Dyes you can explore the magical world of natural dyes, without the need of a garden full of dye plants. Our kitchens are a great source of natural dye colors, from vegetable peels that create blush pinks and peaches, fruit skins that make lemon yellows, a green dye sourced from carrot tops, dried spices and used tea bags to create vibrant yellows, rich terracottas and deep browns. Natural Kitchen Dyes takes you through the exciting process of creating these wonderful natural colors, dyeing fabric with the dyes and suggests ingenious ways to get your hands on some natural dye sources. Accompanying the natural dye recipes in the book are ten environmentally conscious projects, which have been created not only to show off the natural dyes beautifully, but to help eliminate waste.
Icelandic Mittens
By Henttinen, Guðrun Hannele
Gorgeous contemporary reconstructions and reinterpretations of the rich knitting traditions of Iceland. The Textile Museum in Blondus in northern Iceland houses a unique and fascinating collection of handknit Icelandic mittens, dating back centuries. Now, Gurun Hannele Hentinnen, an expert with a degree in textile studies -- and the owner of a yarn shop located in Reykjavk -- has reconstructed patterns and charts based on those historical examples, and breathed new life into a stunning selection of mittens and gloves for the modern knitter. Beautiful, warm, wearable mittens and gloves in a variety of colors and styles A master class in multi-color stranded knitting and in a wide range of stitches and techniques Full-color photographs and step-by-step instructions to aid both novice and veteran mitten-knitters.
Handknits from Rauma, Norway
By Presterud, Bente
30 timeless, endlessly wearable garments and accessories, including the best of Rauma's pattern archives. Bring joy, color, and style into your life with this exceptional collection! Celebrated designer Bente Presterud took a deep dive into the comprehensive pattern archives of Rauma Garn, a respected Norwegian yarn company founded in 1927; she chose dozens of her best finds to form this curated compilation. Featuring fashionable, comfortable, visually striking garments and accessories of all shapes and sizes, this selection of the best of Rauma's decades-deep treasure trove is creative inspiration no knitter should be without. Jackets, sweaters, slippers, shawls, scarves, mittens, socks, and more, for women and men Patterns including textures, cabling, and traditional Norwegian designs -- in fresh, fun color combinations Step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs, plus historical images reproduced from the archives of Rauma Garn.