An ancient art with a contemporary edge. Treat yourself to an inspiring adventure that begins the moment you open Creative Paper Cutting by artist Cheong-ah Hwang. You’ll find yourself immersed in the fantastical world of paper cutting: the delicate craft of creating original, intricate artworks by folding, layering, and snipping beautifully textured papers into amazing designs. 15 projects to capture your imagination. This exquisite book offers everything you need to become thoroughly inspired and utterly proficient in this popular craft. It will tempt you with 15 irresistible projects created by one of today’s outstanding paper sculptors. Here’s your chance to create intricate art that can adorn walls, serve as greeting cards, or be showcased in a number of innovative ways.
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The Weaving Explorer
By Jarchow, Deborah
Weaving is a highly accessible craft - over, under is the basic technique - but the stumbling block for many would-be weavers has been the high cost of a commercial loom. The Weaving Explorer removes that barrier, inviting crafters and artists to try out an amazing range of techniques and creative projects that are achievable with a simple homemade loom, or no loom at all! Weavers Deborah Jarchow and Gwen W. Steege take inspiration from the world of folk weaving traditions, adding a contemporary spin by introducing an unexpected range of materials and home dec projects. From sturdy rag fabric grocery bags to freeform wire baskets, delicately woven thread bracelets to colorful woven rugs, crafters will delight in exploring the opportunities to make their own personal variations on these beautiful - and functional - creations.
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9781635860283
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Hardcover
Tape It & Make More
By Morgan, Richela Fabian
In 2012, Barron's #1 best-selling Tape it & Make It took the crafting world by storm, turning the humble roll of duct tape into the trendiest craft item since glitter glue. Everyone from creative school kids to famous fashionistas began exploring the infinite uses for the toolbox staple, using it to create everything from tote bags to toys to housewares!And just when you think we've done everything there is to do with duct tape, Tape & Make It author Richela Fabian Morgan wows us with once again with another round of creative ideas in Tape It & Make More. Who would have imagined that you could make so many unique and amazing items with duct tape?Accessories-- earrings, hats, slippers, a beaded necklace, a bowtie!Housewares-- pillows, a planter, a shower caddy, a hanging room divider!Bags--a sophisticated satchel, a toiletry bag, an iPad case!Toys-- kites, juggling balls, a frisbee, an airplane, a hand puppet!With easy-to-follow instructions, tips on tools and supplies, more than 500 full-color illustrations, and more than 100 cool new projects, Tape It & Make More will inspire crafters of all ages to take their duct-tape activities to new levels! .
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9781438003344
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Paper Quilling for the first time
By Bartkowski, Alli
This new entry in the successful For the First Time® series focuses on a classic craft that's enjoying a resurgence: paper quilling, a form of filigree that’s perfect for scrapbooking, as well as card and ornament making. Using a friendly question and answer format and dozens of close-up photographs, it explains how to roll coils, make the basic shapes, and create off-centered circles, scrolls, roses, loops, and more. And for every technique, there’s a project.A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.
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9781402722165
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Hardcover
Decorative Knot Craft
By Lan, Kim Sang
Explore the art of decorative knotting to create over twenty imaginative jewellery and accessory projects.Eleven exciting knotting techniques are explored, from basic tying techniques to more intricate macrame and ornamental styles.Discover the fascinating history behind knot art; an ancient technique that originated in Korea, traditionally used to decorate clothing and home interiors.Each technique is clearly illustrated with detailed step-by-step instructions and striking photography to ensure you won't be tied up in knots!
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9780715329221
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Simple Glass Crafts
By Van, Marthe Le
Give your glass some personality! If you're like millions of crafters, you've already experienced the pleasure of painting glasses--but now it's time to go beyond the brush and expand your techniques! Every one of these designs is perfect for the beginner, and the projects reflect
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The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts
By Schmidt, Elaine
This book provides a reference for all kinds of crafts that involve ribbon. It includes step-by-step photographed instructions for a wide range of techniques as well as projects to accompany each area of ribbon crafting. This is a comprehensive guide as compared to most books on ribbon crafts that are specific by technique or end result (ribbon flowers, silk ribbon embroidery, making bows). This book explores a wide range of techniques and end products, using all kinds of ribbon, making it an essential reference for all craft enthusiasts. It includes ideas and projects for scrapbooking, home décor, general crafting, and fashion.
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9781589234697
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[0307450570] [9780307450579] Martha Stewarts Encyclopedia of Crafts
By Living, Martha Stewart
For nearly 20 years, home crafters have turned to the pages of Martha Stewart Living for all kinds of crafts projects, each presented in the magazines inimitable style. Now, the best of those projects, including step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs, have been collected into a single encyclopedia.
Organized by topic from A to Z, Martha Stewarts Encyclopedia of Crafts contains complete instructions and brief histories for more than 30 techniques, detailed descriptions of the necessary tools and materials, and easy-to-copy templates. Martha and her team of crafts editors guide readers through each subject, from botanical pressing and decoupage to rubber stamping and wreaths, with characteristic clarity and unparalleled attention to detail.
Crafters of all skill and experience levels will appreciate the many variations presented for each technique. For example, candlemaking presents a comprehensive array of poured, rolled, and cutout candles, including instructions for making your own one-of-a-kind rubber candle molds, floating candles, sand candles, and more. Each craft in the book takes on charming new dimensions with innovations that could come only from the team behind Martha Stewart Living.
In addition, each entry in Martha Stewarts Encyclopedia of Crafts is chock-full of tips and advice. Handy glossaries in the entries--such as a comprehensive gem glossary, a glitter glossary, and a color glossary for making tinted wax--are valuable references that crafters will refer to again and again. Whats more, the Tools and Materials section outlines the best essential supplies that every crafter needs to have on hand, and the Sources pages clue readers in to the vendors and suppliers that the magazines crafts editors rely on most.
Filled with solid technical know-how, and presented with gorgeous color photographs, this handy guide can be read page by page and kept as a lasting reference by crafters and artisans alike.
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Hardcover
Wreaths
By Dowling, Laura
* By the author of Floral Diplomacy at the White House (ISBN: 9789058565587) and A White House Christmas (ISBN: 9789058565754) * As an accomplished speaker, Laura lectures and conducts workshops around the USA throughout the year* Each design offers instructions using every day materials, as well as more difficult elements for those interested in a greater challenge* Illustrated throughout in lavish color* Perfect to keep or as a gift for DIY friendsAs Chief Floral Designer during her six years in the White House, Laura Dowling was responsible for the dazzling floral pieces that stunned visitors, welcomed politicians and diplomats, and added style to holidays throughout the year. Now she shares her years of experience in a new series of practical how-to books, which will make her inspiring pieces achievable for all. Wreaths introduces this new series and features a wide range of designs fit for many occasions and holidays. Each design is accompanied by step-by-step instructions, as well as by anecdotes and stories from her time at the White House. There is also an in-depth technical chapter at the back of the book for those who like to deepen their understanding of the different techniques used in professional floristry.
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9789058566034
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Hardcover
Your Sharpie Style
By Green, Deborah
Decorate * Embellish * Transform your home and accessories using just a Sharpie pen!Take your coloring to the next level! From cups and saucers to sneakers and tote bags, this book is guaranteed to transform your home and your garments with stylish and colorful designs. Clear and easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions take you through the basics of working with a variety of Sharpie pens, from oil-based and water-based markers to paint pens and more!Ranging from cute and crafty to unique and boutique, these fun, one-of-a-kind projects are for all skill levels and can be easily applied to fashion accessories, home dcor, and many more commonly found objects. Filled with tips, variations, and colorful photographs, it has never been this easy to customize your life. All you need is your creative inspiration, and a Sharpie.
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9780062434838
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Print book
Modern Macrame
By Katz, Emily
The ultimate guide to creating and styling modern macram projects in the home from top creative tastemaker and sought-after macram artist Emily Katz.Macram--the fine art of knotting--is an age-old craft that's undergoing a contemporary renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence is Emily Katz, a lifestyle icon and artist who teaches sold out macram workshops around the world and creates swoon-worthy aspirational interiors with her custom hand-knotted pieces. Modern Macram is a stylish, contemporary guide to the traditional art and craft of macram, including 33 projects, from driftwood wall art and bohemian light fixtures to macram rugs and headboards. The projects are showcased in easy to follow and photogenic project layouts, guiding both the novice and the more experienced crafter in a highly achievable way. Included with every project are thoughtful lifestyle tips showing how macram can provide the perfect finishing touch for the modern, well-designed home--whether it's a hundred-year-old farmhouse, a sophisticated loft, or a cozy but stylish rental.
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9780399579578
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Hardcover
Complete Book of Polymer Clay, The
By Pavelka, Ellen Lisa
If crafts are big, then clay is colossal. From pins and pendants to bracelets, buttons, and embellishments, crafters of all ages are embracing the creativity that polymer clay inspires. This encyclopedic book by renowned expert Lisa Pavelka includes the latest techniques, handy tips, and trade secrets. Pavelka presents a sweeping overview of materials, how-to fundamentals, and construction techniques. She also introduces six original projects with complete instructions showing readers how to make pendants, curio boxes, a necklace, and a bracelet. Clear, concise, and comprehensive, this is an essential addition to any crafter's library, no matter his or her skill level. For even more inspiration, this indispensable reference features a gallery of 50 original projects by Pavelka and other talented polymer clay designers.
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9781600851285
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Starting a Craft Business
Sewing to SellThe Beginner's Guide to Starting a Craft Business
By Lindsay, Virginia
You love to sew. Don't you wish you could make a living from your sewing? You can, with the help of this practical guide for turning your passion for sewing into a successful home business. Everything you need to know is here, from finding your personal sewing style to creating a product line, identifying customers, equipping your studio, pricing and selling your work, marketing yourself, designing your own patterns, and handling the business and legal side of sewing. And that's not all! You also get 16 projects (all customer-tested) to start sewing and selling right now.
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9781607059035
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Selling Your Crafts on Etsy
By Turner, Marcia Layton
Etsy is a wildly popular website where crafters and craftsmen alike have discovered a portal where they can market and sell their handmade wares - literally around the globe. Any successful Etsy seller will tell you the difference between a successful Etsy storefront and the storefront that gets lost in the mix often boils down to the tricky details. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Selling Your Crafts with Etsy is written by someone who has proven selling success on Etsy and knows the tricks that will get a storefront noticed — and wares shipping out the door. From having the right keywords in place for optimum searchability, to creating an attractive storefront that will create return customers and loads of traffic, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Selling Your Crafts with Etsy will help you learn the tricks of the trade and help you build the successful Etsy business you have always wanted.
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9781615642458
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Drawing
Pencil Drawing
By Franks, Gene
Pencil Drawing includes comprehensive instructions for drawing a variety of subjects in pencil. A renowned master in the field, Gene Franks explains how to develop your drawings from start to finish, teaching specific techniques for shading, contrast, texture, detail, and more. You will learn all aspects of pencil drawing as you follow the easy-to-follow instructions for drawing everything from animals and people to household items in no time at all. All you need is this book, a pencil, and a little perseverance!
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9781936309245
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Charcoal Drawing
By Goldman, Ken
Charcoal is the quintessential favorite for sketching. It's an infinitely expressive medium with its own language, one that comprises textures, lines, strokes, and tones. Charcoal Drawing provides comprehensive instructions for basic techniques as well as complex renderings. You will learn how to use charcoal, paper, erasers, and fixative to create a variety of subjectsùfrom landscapes and still lifes to faces, figures, and more. And whether you are an experienced artist or just a beginner, the step-by-step drawing exercises will be of great value to you. You'll be amazed at what you can create with this deceptively simple medium.
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9781936309269
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One Drawing A Day
By Lawlor, Veronica
Through 46 daily exercises which make up a complete 6-week course, you will keep your artistic skills sharp and your imaginations fertile by doing One Drawing A Day. Each spread in the book features a beautiful drawing by one of 8 professional illustrators, with a description and comments by the illustrator as well as a companion exercise. Each exercise includes suggestions for various mediums or mixed-media solutions, advice on how to approach and execute the drawing, as well as professional tips. The book also includes exercises designed to spark new ideas and increase creativity.,
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9781592537242
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Drawing Cartoons and Comics For Dummies
By Fairrington, Brian
A unique reference for creating and marketing original cartoons and comics An original American art form, comics thrill millions of people across the globe. Combining step-by-step instruction with expert tips and advice, Drawing Cartoons & Comics For Dummies is a one-stop reference for creating and marketing original cartoons and comics. While many books tend to focus on specific characters or themes, this thorough guide focuses instead on helping aspiring artists master the basic building blocks of cartoons and comics, revealing step by step how to create everything from wisecracking bunnies to souped-up super villains. It also explores lettering and coloring, and offers expert marketing advice. The book's color insert provides guidance on how to add color to cartoon creations.
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9780470426838
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Teach Yourself VISUALLY Drawing
By Fisher, Dean
There's no reason to be intimidated by art; creating a compelling drawing can be nothing more than breaking down the process into a few simple stages. This book shows you how to consider the shape of an object, render light and shadow, and make your drawings more realistic by understanding perspective. With plentiful examples, demonstrations of various techniques, and inspiring galleries of master drawings, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Drawing will bring out your inner artist. You progress from basic shapes and still lifes to portraits, the human form, and landscapes. You'll be amazed at what you can create with just a pencil, paper, and a little instruction. Concise teo-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Each topic is defined and described Detailed illustrations and photos demonstrate drawing techniques and provide inspiration Explanations accompany each illustration or photo Helpful hints provide additional guidance.
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9780470067154
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Painting
Faux and Decorative Painting
By Barnes, Christine
Love the look of custom paint finishes? Don't have a clue how to start? Brush up on all the basics with Faux and Decorative Painting, a beginner's guide to the newest techniques in decorative painting. Get all the latest info on trendsetting colors and today's high-style finishes. The 225 how-to photos illustrate the most sought after techniques, from exotic-sounding faux bois and shar-pei to extremely subtle but dramatic effects. You don't need fancy equipment, either. Alternative applicators include cheesecloth, crumpled bags, sponges, and easily modified brushes. Special attention is devoted to large wall spaces to create a finish that's magically "seamless" even when painted in sections. A great beginner's guide for masterpiece-quality results.
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9780376014108
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Art of Acrylic Painting
By Team, Walter Foster Creative
'This inspiring instructional book combines projects from some of our most popular How to Draw and Paint and Artist's Library series titles into one handy volume. The Art of Acrylic Painting is a comprehensive collection that features the work of many accomplished artists, so you will be exposed to a variety of styles and learn a number of ways to approach this versatile medium. This beautiful, full-color reference book delves into essential information about acrylic tools and techniques, and it contains a wide variety of step-by-step painting lessons, featuring a range of subjects - from stunning still lifes and charming street scenes to engaging animal portraits and everything in between. Inside, you'll find all the information and inspiration you need to begin creating your own original paintings in acrylic!.
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9781560109143
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Painting for the absolute and utter beginner
By Garcia, Claire Watson
An introduction to painting that uses simple exercises to help novice painters master basic skills, including handling a brush, achieving the right paint consistency, mixing colors, and creating dimension.
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9780823099474
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The Fundamentals of Oil Painting
By Barber, Barrington
Barrington Barber brings his years of teaching experience and professional expertise to this attractive, inspirational volume. The author sets out the materials and equipment readers will need, followed by a clear and comprehensive explanation of how to use them to get the best results. All types of subject matter are covered, from still life to portraiture and large landscape compositions. Different styles of painting are also analyzed, from realism to abstraction. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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Water Paper Paint
By Jones, Heather Smith
This book is not only for "painters" but for all types of creative individuals who want to experience and play with watercolor, whether their background is mixed-media, textile art, journaling, or paper craft. Unlike the typical watercolor text books, this unique, beautiful volume is a field book of inspiration, creative ideas, how to's, and projects, all from an artist's perspective. Each creative exercise features a technique, shows step-by-step photographs, and includes a clever idea for a gift or project that can be made from the painted samples.
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9781592536559
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Sewing
The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing
By Singer,
-- This complete sewing reference is the foundation of the Singer Sewing Library.-- A thematically organized, at-a-glance guide.
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9780865731738
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Hardcover
Sew Me! Sewing Basics
By Knight, Choly
This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn how to sew, or just needs a quick refresher course. Friendly and easy-to-follow directions will have you sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. From cutting patterns and sewing seams to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing you to learn as you sew. 36 simple and straightforward projects are provided for sewing fun accessories from plushies and pincushions to placemats, hand towels, hats and more.
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9781574214239
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Happy Stitch
By Rackley, Jodie
Stitch Up a Smile! You cant help but feel happy while whipping up these charming felt and fabric projects! With a few simple stitches and some basic materials, youll be crafting in no time at all. From plush animals to electronics cozies to curtains and pillows, youll love filling your home with bright and colorful crafty creations! Inside youll find: * Step-by-step instructions and photography that make stitching a breeze! * 30 different projects, perfect for gift-giving, home decoration and creative crafting. * An embroidery stitch library that puts all the basic stitches for embellishing your handmade treasures at your fingertips So gather your felt, fabric and floss, and stitch up a little happiness!
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9781440318573
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Sew What You Love
By Whelan, Tanya
30 surprisingly simple - yet delightfully charming - sewing projects Grand Revival designer Tanya Whelan's vintage modern aesthetic has made her fabrics and sewing patterns some of the most admired by sewers and quilters everywhere. In her first book, she presents a stylish collection of 30 easy-to-make sewing projects that are achievable by sewers of every skill level. Ranging from a pretty pleated clutch to a flirty French-inspired day dress and super-cute soft baby toys to a mistake-proof design-as-you-go quilt, each project comes with step-by-step instructions and illustrations, inspiring photographs, and helpful tips. These projects and patterns for children, adults, and the home are guaranteed to work well and produce a beautiful end result. Included are 3 pattern sheets enclosed in a handy pocket, providing everything you need to start stitching something you are sure to love.
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9780307586735
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Simply Sublime Gifts
By Kahn, Jodi
Want to give the ultimate one-of-kind gift? Create it yourself! Simply Sublime Gifts offers more than thirty fun and imaginative gift ideas to make quickly, inexpensively, and with little to no sewing using clever short-cuts and inventive techniques. You’ll find a well of inspiration for any occasion, including Handy Hand Towels for hostess gifts, fancy Fabric Bangles for her, Tailor-Made photo frames for him, charm necklaces, holiday ornaments, and more. Accompanying eye-catching gift-wrap ideas are sure to complete the perfect present for everyone on your gift list. With projects that are a snap for beginners—and that provide a fun challenge for experienced crafters—Simply Sublime Gifts is loaded with hints, tips, and tricks of the crafting trade.
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9780307464460
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Quilting
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Quilting
By Hakala, Sonja
It's amazing what you can do with two pieces of fabric and a layer of batting—the variety of quilts and quilting techniques is staggering. This guide introduces you to the essential skills you need to set off on your own quilting adventures. It walks you through everything from selecting fabrics to assembling blocks to binding the edges. Examples and patterns include both traditional and modern designs and use both hand-stitching and machine quilting so you can create unique quilts and quilted items that reflect your personal style.Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick reviewEach skill or technique is defined and describedStep-by-step instructions accompany each photoDetailed color photos demonstrate each stepHelpful tips provide additional guidance
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200 Quilting Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets
By Briscoe, Susan
Want to make a quilt that stands out from the rest? While the basics are easy to acquire, mastering all the techniques needed to create a professional looking quilt can take years. With this book you can learn all the insider tips and trade secrets to create quilts you'll be proud to display. Whether you're new to the craft or eager to take your patchworking and quilting skills to a higher level, this is the perfect companion for you.200 Quilting Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets takes you through the entire process of quilt making from start to finish. The book is packed with indispensable techniques explained in full detail and illustrated with specially commissioned step-by-step photographs and artwork.
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9780312388621
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Paperback
No Scrap Left Behind
By Nyberg, Amanda Jean
Rescue your fabric scraps -- even the smallest pieces -- with 16 satisfying quilts and projects. Sew modern quilts for everyday use that will help you return to the roots of quiltmaking, with projects designed to help you use up every last scrap. Learn sorting and storage tips to help you plan your next quilt, with projects categorized by type of scrap -- squares, strings, triangles, or little snippets. You'll never look at scraps the same way again!
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9781617453366
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Paperback
Layer Cake, Jelly Roll & Charm Quilts
By Lintott, Pam
Jelly Roll, Layer Cake and Charm Quilts provides seventeen beautiful projects that show you how to get the most from pre-cut fabric bundles. The projects range from smaller lap quilts to full-sized bed quilts and each is made from one jelly roll, layer cake or charm pack (or a combination), making the quilts quick and economical. Using the latest fabrics, the authors provide a main quilt and an alternative color way for added versatility. Simple step-by-step instructions and illustrations make creating quilts from bundles fun and easy, regardless of your skill level.
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Paperback
Memorabilia Quilts
By Causee, Linda
Scrapbooking and stitching—two of today’s most popular crafts—come together in these spectacular, memory-preserving quilts. If you could make a time capsule of precious moments in your life, what would you put in it: Family photos? Notes from your children? Grandma’s beautiful hand-crocheted handkerchiefs? They can all become part of a warm and wonderful quilt to wrap up in or display on the wall. One unique pattern features Dad’s old work ties. Another blanket showcases those fun t-shirts you’ve collected over the years, while ticket stubs from fondly remembered concerts make up a musical motif. Or photocopy picture postcards onto fabric and then cut and sew. The instructions for the creative techniques, plus basic quilting guidance, are all here.
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9781402733536
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Hardcover
Embroidery and Needlework
Doodle Stitching
By Ray, Aimee
In her first two Doodle Stitching books, Aimee Ray proved that doodling isn't just for paper anymore! Now she brings her irresistible art to a variety of embroidery techniques in a timeless resource for anyone with a needle and thread. Appealing to stitchers of all levels, the beautiful decorative stitches and techniques here include stumpwork, appliqué, Shisha, cutwork, and Sashiko. They're all presented in Ray's fresh, accessible, and whimsical style, with more than 20 fun projects and extra motifs so readers can personalize their creations.
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9781454703631
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Print book
Doodle Stitching
By Ray, Aimee
This follow-up to the best-selling Doodle Stitching offers fans expanded and updated basics, 400+ easy embroidery motifs on the page and on a CD sealed in the back of the book, 17 projects, and lots of added inspiration. More than a dozen categories include Alphabet, Asian Chic, Baby, Celebrations, Embellishments, Fruits & Veggies, Space, Trees, Flowers, Winged Wonders, and Woodland Creatures-and each section includes one motif stitched by the author. The motifs on the CD are in simple black lines, so readers can easily manipulate them using their own image-editing software, print them out, and transfer them onto their substrate of choice using the instructions in the book.PROJECTS INCLUDE:Wearables: Jewelry, pajama pants, hat and mittens o Home Décor: Fabric basket, decorative wall hangings, more o Gift Items: Keepsake gift bags .
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9781600595813
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A Rainbow of Stitches
By Lucano, Frederic
A Rainbow of Stitches is a how-to-stitch guide, a project idea book, and an encyclopedia of motifs, all in one go-to reference. Begin by choosing a motif from this extensive collection, which ranges from elegant alphabets to 1970s-inspired flowers and leaves, from sweet fairies to vintage-chic ladies in classic Dior dresses. The "Get Stitching" section gives you the basics you need to get started, along with an illustrated how-to of the simple stitches that are used to create all of the motifs. Each of the following sections, which are arranged by color–fresh greens, pretty pinks, timeless blues, rich reds, and elegant white and taupe–presents ideas for embroidering motifs in single colors, showing how much can be achieved with just one color of embroidery floss on a plain background.
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Paperback
The Complete Photo Guide to Needlework
By Wyszynski, Linda
Here is the ultimate reference for all styles of artistic hand stitching! No matter what design style you favor, this book gives you the tools to express yourself with needle and thread. Detailed technique instructions with clear charts and photos teach hundreds of stitches for embellishing clothes, gifts, accessories, or home decor. Simple projects let you try your hand at each method and inspire you to create your own designs.Needlework methods include:- Creative embroidery- Crewel- Silk ribbon embroidery- Bead embroidery- Cross-stitch- NeedlepointLearn one method or learn them all! With The Complete Photo Guide to Needlework, you will know how to choose the best needles, threads, and fabrics for any project. Get abundant stitches at your fingertips with this essential guide that you'll turn to again and again.
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9781589236417
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Complete Guide to Needlework
By Digest, Editors Of Reader's
Embroidery, needlepoint, knitting, applique, quilting, patchwork, crochet, rug-making, macrame, and lacework -- all taught through step-by-step instructions and photographs and drawings. A reference for the beginner and expert alike.
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Hardcover
Crocheting
Maran Illustrated Knitting and Crocheting
By Group, Marangraphics Development
Produced by the award-winning marganGraphics Group, Maran Illustrated Guide to Knitting and Crocheting is a valuable resource to a wide range of readers-from people new to the hobby to those who have dabbled in the occasional project to those more involved knitters and crocheters interested in mastering their craft. Instead of describing the myriad ways to perform each task, Maran Illustrated Guide to Knitting and Crocheting shows the reader the best way, while the full-color photographs and clear, step-by-step instructions walk the reader through each task from beginning to end. Thorough topic introductions and useful tips provide additional information and advice to help enhance the readers' knitting and crocheting experience. Maran Illustrated Guide to Knitting and Crocheting is packed with essential information for readers who are picking up needles for the first time, and will provide more experienced knitters and crocheters with the opportunity to add more advanced techniques to their repertoire.
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9781592008629
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75 Floral Blocks to Crochet
By Barnden, Betty
Bring the beauty of the garden indoors with this floral themed collection 75 Floral Blocks to Crochet is a charming collection of square, triangular, diamond, and hexagonal blocks, all with a floral theme—from traditional blanket squares with petals and rosebuds to colorful blocks with three-dimensional flowers and butterfly patterns—there's something here to inspire every crochet fan. Great for crafters "on the go" it’s easy to work a few blocks while traveling or commuting. Then when all the blocks are complete you can assemble a whole project at your leisure.The book includes: "Useful Techniques" offering directions on construction—in straight rows, in the round, or corner-to-corner—plus how to join blocks and create edgings.
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9781250013323
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The Finer Edge
By Omdahl, Kristin
An innovative collection of 40 stitch and 12 garment patterns from best-selling author Kristin Omdahl, The Finer Edge demonstrates various techniques, construction methods, and versatile applications for crochet edgings.While crochet edgings are customarily used to trim or finish blankets and garments, designer Kristin Omdahl treats you to both traditional and novel new ways to expand your use of edgings. You will learn how edging patterns can be used to create entire fabrics, reformatted to make individual decorative motifs, reverse-engineered from existing fabrics, and even used to create three-dimensional designs. Focusing on construction techniques for edgings, The Finer Edge is divided into separate sections based on top-down, sideways, and bottom-up methods to help guide the reader.
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9781596685543
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Crochet Master Class
By Leinhauser, Jean
Crochet Master Class presents 18 crochet techniques taught by some of the world’s best crochet designers and instructors. Each chapter focuses on a different technique, inviting you to dip in, experiment, and then apply your newfound skills to create a custom piece designed by these crochet luminaries. You’ll learn Hairpin Lace from Stitch Diva Jennifer Hansen, discover the intricate color work of tapestry crochet from Carol Ventura, and explore free-form crochet with renowned fiber artist Prudence Mapstone. Filled with expert instruction, inspiring stories, and projects created exclusively for this book, Crochet Master Class is your guide to the incredible range of crochet possibilities. Techniques include:Filet Crochet • Hairpin Lace • Tapestry Crochet • Aran Crochet • Entrelac Crochet • Fashion Crochet • Tunisian Crochet • Woven Crochet • Double-Ended Crochet • Tassels • Bullion Stitch • Overlay Crochet • Bead Crochet • Bruges Crochet • Painted Crochet • Free-Form Crochet • Irish Crochet • Wire Crochet .
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9780307586537
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The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet
By Hubert, Margaret
This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet. This book provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, filet, intermeshing, broomstick lace, bruges lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Also provides instructions and patterns for 50 projects for garments, accessories, and dcor items.
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9781589234727
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Knitting
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting
By Turner, Sharon
A new edition of one of the top knitting primers on the marketTeach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting has been one of the top knitting primers on the market since its publication five years ago. Now, updated with brand-new patterns, even more helpful photos, and expanded coverage of knitting techniques, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting, 2nd Edition, is the go-to knitting book for crafters who learn faster by seeing and doing than by wading through tedious instruction books.You'll get visual guidance on the basic knit and purl stitches and advance to bobbles, cables, lace, and fancy color work. Photo by photo and stitch by stitch, you'll learn how to knit socks, hats, mittens, sweaters, and more.Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick reviewDetailed color photos demonstrate each step, and helpful tips provide additional guidanceOther titles by Turner: Knitting VISUAL Quick Tips and Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting DesignPacked with step-by-step instructions and fun, innovative patterns, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting, 2nd Edition, will have you creating masterpieces in no time! .
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9780470528327
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The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting
By Hubert, Margaret
This volume is a comprehensive how-to book about all aspects of knitting. This book is a reference for all knitting techniques, beginning with the basics of how to knit. A large section of the book is devoted to showing different stitch patterns, arranged in style categories for easy reference. Special knitting topics will be explored in depth: cables, intarsia, entrelac, Fair Isle knitting, and lace knitting. A section will discuss yarns: fibers, how they are spun, gauge, and how to choose.
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9781589235243
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Circular Knitting Workshop
By Radcliffe, Margaret
Discover the pleasures of knitting in the round! Margaret Radcliffe presents classic circular knitting techniques - including Fair Isle, helix, and tubular - in detailed step-by-step photographic sequences. This comprehensive guide provides directions for 35 demonstration projects, so you can practice each technique on a miniature hat, mitten, or sweater before applying it to a larger project. With tips on how to adapt any straight-needle pattern for use with circular needles, Circular Knitting Workshop opens up endless possibilities.
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9781603429993
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Simple Knitting
By Knight, Erika
Simple Knitting is a unique workshop-based, how-to-knit book that will teach you the key techniques while creating an enviable collection of knitted items. Each of the 20 projects in the book teaches a new skill, as well as building upon and consolidating those knitting techniques already learned through preceding projects. With a series of workshop-style masterclasses Erika Knight explains all the essential information--from achieving a perfect tension and substituting yarns or stitch textures, to more advanced cables and shaping--alongside broader design principles, such as building a color palette.Providing a unique opportunity to learn the design secrets of one of the world's most highly-respected knitwear designers, Erika shares her special tricks of the trade within this book.
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9780312668334
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Knits to Give
By Bliss, Debbie
Knits to Give is a collection of 30 gift ideas divided into five sectionsFor Her, For Him, For Baby, For Kids, and For the Home. It will be difficult to decide where to start with this array of charming projects. Whether an elegant beaded clutch bag or lacy stole for her, a stylish iPad cover or seed-stitch tie for him, the ultra-cute bunny booties or sun hat for baby, a ladybug backpack or lion cub scarf for the fun-loving kid, or colorful table placemats for the home, every one is a joy to make, give, and receive.,
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9781570764912
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Origami
Beginner's Guide to Kirigami
By Descamps, Ghylenn
If you enjoy origami or papercrafting, you'll love kirigami!24 projects for handmade greeting cards, vases, gift boxes, lanterns, holiday decorations, and moreCombine origami & papercrafts to discover a new Japanese art & crafting hobbyDesigns include animals, sentiments, succulents, flowers, fruits, trees, and moreA beginner-friendly introductory guide for newcomers to kirigami, with easy-to-make projectsPerfect for crafters of any level, this skill-building book is an introduction to kirigami. The magical and ancient Japanese art of kirigami combines paper folding (origami) with papercutting to create delicate three-dimensional objects.This practical book teaches the basic techniques of this art, its core being precision and concentration. All you need to complete the projects is paper, a knife, and your imagination. Make a start, develop your skills, and take on a few challenges!Inside Beginner's Guide to Kirigami, you'll work through 24 intricate designs that will spark your imagination, each accessible and easy to master even for a novice. Projects include:First Christmas TreePretty DragonflyLove Pop-Up CardStylish LanternTerrariumBasketJapanese CranePaper Lace Doilies...and much more!With beautiful photography, helpful diagrams, and step-by-step instructions for folding and cutting charming 3D sculptures, kirigami is sure to become your newest favorite hobby!
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9781497100169
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Trash Origami
By Lafosse, Michael G.
Make fun and functional origami out of your spare paper with this easy origami book. Don't dump your wastepaper into the garbage—it's time to fold! World renowned origami artists and award-winning authors Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander show you the way with Trash Origami. This origami book presents unique and fun projects from their Origamido Studio and from some of the world's best paper designers, including Nick Robinson, Herman Van Goubergen, and Rona Gurkewitz.The origami models are presented for the reader who may have little or no previous folding experience, making it a great origami-for-kids book and an effective way to learn origami. However, experienced paper folders will also be intrigued by the novel nature of the folds and the unusual materials involved.
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9780804841351
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10-Fold Origami
By Engel, Peter
Make world-class origami art in just 10 steps with this beautiful and friendly origami book.Want to add a little Zen to your life? All you need is something to fold and the desire to express yourself! Renowned American origami artist and theorist Peter Engel features a completely original take on a very classic subject in this paper craft book, which features beautiful full-colored illustrations and easy-to-follow diagrams for 26 wide-ranging origami models.A wide variety of finished origami designs, from fun to romantic to functional, awaits you. A series of mountains and valley folds leads to a majestic elephant with its trunk curled playfully to one side. Some well placed crimps and a final crumple bring a juicy strip of bacon to life; pair it with a sunny-side-up egg and you have a complete meal.
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Origami 1-2-3
By Petty, David
Not only does this introduction give beginners the skills to manage origami’s basic folds and bases, it presents brilliantly imaginative projects. Each section moves from simple to more complex items: start with a straightforward box and practice your way to a delicate, decorative offering tray; novelty models, including a charming kimono-clad lady; plus a Christmas lantern, animals, flowers, and more.
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9780806975733
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Ceramics
The Ceramics Bible
By Taylor, Louisa
Ceramicists have been plying their art and craft for thousands of years, and never more prolifically than today. The Ceramics Bible is the most comprehensive and up-to-date volume on the subject. Brimming with more than 700 full-color photos and illustrations, this is the new definitive guide for serious ceramics practitioners. Inside are step-by-step instructions on molding, firing, and glazing techniques, generously accompanied by detailed photographs. Also included are beautiful examples of contemporary work, plus plenty of historical information, artist profiles, troubleshooting tips, and an extensive resource section. Perfect for students, artists, and collectors, this is a tremendously valuable addition to the vibrant world of ceramics.
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9781452101620
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Pottery Basics
By Atkin, Jacqui
Working with clay is a deeply satisfying creative hobby, but many would-be potters are put off because they don't know how to get started. Pottery Basics shows the way. With instructive, clearly captioned, step-by-step photos on every page, it teaches everything they need to know to start making, decorating, and firing pottery. It also presents twelve simple projects that encourage beginning potters to put their new skills into practice. Expert potter Jacqui Atkin instructs on: Types of clay Basic modeling methods such as throwing, pinching, coiling, and trimming Techniques for bisque and glaze firing, and much more Beginners learn to make vases, trays, tiles, and many other attractive objects. They also learn techniques for creating designs, color combinations, and textures with inlays, slips, feathering, and burnishing.
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9780764158421
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The Potter's Complete Studio Handbook
By Zamek, Jeff
Pottery making and wheel throwing is a timeless craft, perfect for beginner crafters and artisans who don't mind getting their hands dirty. The Potter's Complete Studio Handbook is the perfect guide for all levels to enjoy and master the art of pottery. The book is a compilation of the best features from The Potter's Studio Handbook and The Potter's Studio Clay and Glaze Handbook, bringing the best of hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques together with comprehensive instruction for clays and glazes.Inside, you'll find:—expert tips and tricks for selecting and preparing your clay, constructing slab projects, throwing and centering clay on the wheel, firing your project to perfection—16 beautiful and functional projects with step-by-step photos using wheel-throwing, hand-building, and slipcasting techniques that can be done at home —more than 40 formulas for unique clays and glazes with instructions on how to use them plus troubleshooting tips from the experts—behind-the-scenes access to production and mining facilities .
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9781592537464
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Jewelry Making
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making and Beading
By Michaels, Chris Franchetti
You've probably coveted jewelry you've seen in artsy boutiques and fashion magazines or envied friends who have the perfect bling to accent everything. With this book, you'll learn to craft designs that are chic but inexpensive. With hundreds of detailed photos, this book covers tools and supplies, bead stringing and weaving, wire wrapping, and more. Terrific projects will get you started and inspire you to create your own jewelry and beadwork designs.Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Each skill or technique is defined and described Detailed color photos demonstrate each step Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo Helpful tips provide additional guidance
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9780470101506
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More Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making
By Michaels, Chris Franchetti
The visual way to get hooked on jewelry makingUnlike other crafts that focus on a fairly narrow range of techniques and materials, jewelry making is very broad; the techniques encompass everything from bead stringing to metal stamping to working with different types of clay. More Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making picks up where Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making & Beading leaves off and gives you even more techniques to create new types of jewelry.Beginning with a concise overview of jewelry making tools and essential techniques, the book gives you technique-specific chapters covering: basic metal work, metal cold connections, sculpting with metal clay, embellishing metal, designing with chain, using adhesives, and working with art glaze, resin, and leather.
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9781118083345
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Junk Jewelry
By Eldershaw, Jane
Designed to make people look twice, Junk Jewelrys beauty lies in featuring otherwise ordinary items in artful, surprising ways. What looks like a metal cuff turns out to be made of safety pins; translucent hoop earrings are actually computer chips; and a drawer pull transforms into a pendant. As the world goes green, theres never been a better time to pack a visual punch with recycled materials and everyday objects or mementos found in a dresser, at a flea market, or in the attic. . But Junk Jewelry isnt just about throwing together useless bits without some thought - artist and designer Jane Eldershaw shares prin-ciples for assembling it successfully without sacrificing imagination. Youll learn how to find inspiration, create aesthetic rhythm, and pull off wearing the pieces with panache.. With a focus on acquiring a visual vocabulary and having fun without spending a lot of money, the 25 projects featured here are perfect for anyone who appreciates thrift-store funkiness and avant-garde fashion.. Hipsters and fashionistas will be pleased to find that Eldershaw also delves into the high-fashion roots of the medium, starting with Coco Chanel all the way up to recent collections by Jeffrey Chow. With step-by-step instructions, tips on finding the best raw materials, and instructional illustrations, Junk Jewelry is both a thoughtful how-to manual and a unique, intellectually satisfying style guide.
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9780307405173
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Twist, Turn & Tie 50 Japanese Kumihimo Braids
By Kemp, Beth
The traditional Japanese art of cord braiding--known as kumihimo-- has been around for centuries. The technique, which uses a loom and several strands of silk thread, was once used to create the strong, slender cords that reinforced samurai warrior armor. Today, it is primarily used to make beautiful, color-drenched cords for jewelry and other decorative items. In Twist, Turn, & Tie 50 Japanese Kumihimo Braids, readers will get everything they need to get started in this ancient craft, including a mini braiding loom! They'll also find:An overview of tools and materials from looms to bobbins to glues to beadsStep-by-step instructions for basic loom braiding, handling threads, beads, and more50 gorgeous projects from simple beginner braids to complex beaded cords400 full-color photographs for inspirations and instructionWith details on kumihimo terminology, starting and finishing braids, and calculating thread and bead counts, this book is an ideal guide for new braiders.
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The Absolute Beginners Guide
By Buckingham, Karin
Absolute Beginners Guide: Stringing Beaded Jewelry, the first book in the Absolute Beginners Guide series, is a comprehensive introduction to stringing. Presented in a warm, reassuring tone, this book provides easy-to-follow instructions designed for someone who is just learning the craft. Readers feel informed, but not overwhelmed, by the explanation of the basic tools and supplies for beading, how to choose them in a bead store, and by suggestions for setting up a simple working area. The first projects are very easy, teaching stringing a repeating pattern and using graduated beads. Then it moves into more complex projects including using connectors and knotting techniques. This true introductory manual is written with friendliness and approachability.
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Holiday Crafts
The Big Book of Holiday Paper Crafts
By Llc, Crafts Media
Major holidays and all the seasons are the focus of more than 450 paper crafted cards, gift bags, boxes, wall hangings, mini albums, journals, frames, party d'cor and more. This jumbo book from the editors of Paper Crafts magazine has hundreds of ideas for not only Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Halloween, but also Easter, Thanksgiving, and New Year celebrations. Seasonal themes (spring, summer, fall, and winter) are also covered, plus a special section with ideas to show patriotic pride. Holiday paper crafting has come a long way in the past decade, due in large part to the wide variety of themed products available and the development of clever new techniques and paper crafting tools.
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9781609002466
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[Martha Stewarts Handmade Holiday Crafts
By Stewart, Martha
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9780307586902
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Creative Costumes & Halloween Decor
By Publishing, Editors Of Creative
The all-in-one Halloween book!Creative Costumes & Halloween Decor combines costume and decorating projects into one convenient book. The costumes are designed around three basic styles: tabards, gowns, and full suits (made from pajama patterns). Accessories like wings, capes, skirts and lots of headwear are also included. Details like collars, gloves, spats, and face painting instructions offer lots of ideas for personalizing costumes.The decor section includes 30 unique projects for decorating your house inside and out, along with special projects for throwing a Halloween party. The projects use common household products plus lots of craft-store items like wood pieces, paints, papier mache, felt, craft foam, floral materials, and polymer clay. Elaborately propped beauty photos and step-by-step instructions with photos of every step make the projects-both costume and decor-easy to understand.
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9781589233607
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Country Living Christmas at Home
By Rains, Valerie
Have yourself a merry little Country Living Christmas with this gorgeous guide to decorating, cooking, and celebrating the best holiday ever! Country Living knows how to make Christmas memorable, and thats why this spectacular book will become your new go-to resource every year. Its filled with more than 200 beautiful decorating ideas, recipes, and crafts, plus tips galore. Stunning photos show festive table settings; splendidly decorated trees; fun and easy Christmas projects, from wreaths to no-sew stockings; gifts from the kitchen; and gourmet-worthy recipes like Turkey Roulade with Sausage-Cornbread Filling, Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes, Slow-Cooker Apple Cider, and sweet treats like Red Velvet Snowballs and Chocolate & Cranberry Fudge.
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Holiday Crafting & Baking with Kids
By Strand, Jessica
Kid-friendly crafts and recipes for traditional holiday festivities - from an autumn wreath to paper snowflakes, matzo bark to a popcorn Kwanzaa collage. Holiday Crafting & Baking with Kids will bring the whole family together for some good holiday fun. Children ages four and up will love selecting their own materials and digging into these cheerful projects. There is something here for everyone and every winter occasion Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, New Years, and Boxing Day! Step-by-step instructions, helpful templates, and color photos make it a cinch for little ones to follow along. Best of all, the materials and ingredients for these projects are inexpensive, easy to find, and even easier to turn into amazing gifts, decorations, and treats."Such a wonderful holiday catch-all." - In the Know Mom"Enjoy some family bonding time with the young ones, using these easy to follow and inexpensive suggestions for holiday treats." - Kirkland Reporter
Creative Paper Cutting
By Hwang, Cheong-ah
An ancient art with a contemporary edge. Treat yourself to an inspiring adventure that begins the moment you open Creative Paper Cutting by artist Cheong-ah Hwang. You’ll find yourself immersed in the fantastical world of paper cutting: the delicate craft of creating original, intricate artworks by folding, layering, and snipping beautifully textured papers into amazing designs. 15 projects to capture your imagination. This exquisite book offers everything you need to become thoroughly inspired and utterly proficient in this popular craft. It will tempt you with 15 irresistible projects created by one of today’s outstanding paper sculptors. Here’s your chance to create intricate art that can adorn walls, serve as greeting cards, or be showcased in a number of innovative ways.
The Weaving Explorer
By Jarchow, Deborah
Weaving is a highly accessible craft - over, under is the basic technique - but the stumbling block for many would-be weavers has been the high cost of a commercial loom. The Weaving Explorer removes that barrier, inviting crafters and artists to try out an amazing range of techniques and creative projects that are achievable with a simple homemade loom, or no loom at all! Weavers Deborah Jarchow and Gwen W. Steege take inspiration from the world of folk weaving traditions, adding a contemporary spin by introducing an unexpected range of materials and home dec projects. From sturdy rag fabric grocery bags to freeform wire baskets, delicately woven thread bracelets to colorful woven rugs, crafters will delight in exploring the opportunities to make their own personal variations on these beautiful - and functional - creations.
Tape It & Make More
By Morgan, Richela Fabian
In 2012, Barron's #1 best-selling Tape it & Make It took the crafting world by storm, turning the humble roll of duct tape into the trendiest craft item since glitter glue. Everyone from creative school kids to famous fashionistas began exploring the infinite uses for the toolbox staple, using it to create everything from tote bags to toys to housewares!And just when you think we've done everything there is to do with duct tape, Tape & Make It author Richela Fabian Morgan wows us with once again with another round of creative ideas in Tape It & Make More. Who would have imagined that you could make so many unique and amazing items with duct tape?Accessories-- earrings, hats, slippers, a beaded necklace, a bowtie!Housewares-- pillows, a planter, a shower caddy, a hanging room divider!Bags--a sophisticated satchel, a toiletry bag, an iPad case!Toys-- kites, juggling balls, a frisbee, an airplane, a hand puppet!With easy-to-follow instructions, tips on tools and supplies, more than 500 full-color illustrations, and more than 100 cool new projects, Tape It & Make More will inspire crafters of all ages to take their duct-tape activities to new levels! .
Paper Quilling for the first time
By Bartkowski, Alli
This new entry in the successful For the First Time® series focuses on a classic craft that's enjoying a resurgence: paper quilling, a form of filigree that’s perfect for scrapbooking, as well as card and ornament making. Using a friendly question and answer format and dozens of close-up photographs, it explains how to roll coils, make the basic shapes, and create off-centered circles, scrolls, roses, loops, and more. And for every technique, there’s a project.A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.
Decorative Knot Craft
By Lan, Kim Sang
Explore the art of decorative knotting to create over twenty imaginative jewellery and accessory projects.Eleven exciting knotting techniques are explored, from basic tying techniques to more intricate macrame and ornamental styles.Discover the fascinating history behind knot art; an ancient technique that originated in Korea, traditionally used to decorate clothing and home interiors.Each technique is clearly illustrated with detailed step-by-step instructions and striking photography to ensure you won't be tied up in knots!
Simple Glass Crafts
By Van, Marthe Le
Give your glass some personality! If you're like millions of crafters, you've already experienced the pleasure of painting glasses--but now it's time to go beyond the brush and expand your techniques! Every one of these designs is perfect for the beginner, and the projects reflect
The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts
By Schmidt, Elaine
This book provides a reference for all kinds of crafts that involve ribbon. It includes step-by-step photographed instructions for a wide range of techniques as well as projects to accompany each area of ribbon crafting. This is a comprehensive guide as compared to most books on ribbon crafts that are specific by technique or end result (ribbon flowers, silk ribbon embroidery, making bows). This book explores a wide range of techniques and end products, using all kinds of ribbon, making it an essential reference for all craft enthusiasts. It includes ideas and projects for scrapbooking, home décor, general crafting, and fashion.
[0307450570] [9780307450579] Martha Stewarts Encyclopedia of Crafts
By Living, Martha Stewart
For nearly 20 years, home crafters have turned to the pages of Martha Stewart Living for all kinds of crafts projects, each presented in the magazines inimitable style. Now, the best of those projects, including step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs, have been collected into a single encyclopedia.
Organized by topic from A to Z, Martha Stewarts Encyclopedia of Crafts contains complete instructions and brief histories for more than 30 techniques, detailed descriptions of the necessary tools and materials, and easy-to-copy templates. Martha and her team of crafts editors guide readers through each subject, from botanical pressing and decoupage to rubber stamping and wreaths, with characteristic clarity and unparalleled attention to detail.
Crafters of all skill and experience levels will appreciate the many variations presented for each technique. For example, candlemaking presents a comprehensive array of poured, rolled, and cutout candles, including instructions for making your own one-of-a-kind rubber candle molds, floating candles, sand candles, and more. Each craft in the book takes on charming new dimensions with innovations that could come only from the team behind Martha Stewart Living.
In addition, each entry in Martha Stewarts Encyclopedia of Crafts is chock-full of tips and advice. Handy glossaries in the entries--such as a comprehensive gem glossary, a glitter glossary, and a color glossary for making tinted wax--are valuable references that crafters will refer to again and again. Whats more, the Tools and Materials section outlines the best essential supplies that every crafter needs to have on hand, and the Sources pages clue readers in to the vendors and suppliers that the magazines crafts editors rely on most.
Filled with solid technical know-how, and presented with gorgeous color photographs, this handy guide can be read page by page and kept as a lasting reference by crafters and artisans alike.
Wreaths
By Dowling, Laura
* By the author of Floral Diplomacy at the White House (ISBN: 9789058565587) and A White House Christmas (ISBN: 9789058565754) * As an accomplished speaker, Laura lectures and conducts workshops around the USA throughout the year* Each design offers instructions using every day materials, as well as more difficult elements for those interested in a greater challenge* Illustrated throughout in lavish color* Perfect to keep or as a gift for DIY friendsAs Chief Floral Designer during her six years in the White House, Laura Dowling was responsible for the dazzling floral pieces that stunned visitors, welcomed politicians and diplomats, and added style to holidays throughout the year. Now she shares her years of experience in a new series of practical how-to books, which will make her inspiring pieces achievable for all. Wreaths introduces this new series and features a wide range of designs fit for many occasions and holidays. Each design is accompanied by step-by-step instructions, as well as by anecdotes and stories from her time at the White House. There is also an in-depth technical chapter at the back of the book for those who like to deepen their understanding of the different techniques used in professional floristry.
Your Sharpie Style
By Green, Deborah
Decorate * Embellish * Transform your home and accessories using just a Sharpie pen!Take your coloring to the next level! From cups and saucers to sneakers and tote bags, this book is guaranteed to transform your home and your garments with stylish and colorful designs. Clear and easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions take you through the basics of working with a variety of Sharpie pens, from oil-based and water-based markers to paint pens and more!Ranging from cute and crafty to unique and boutique, these fun, one-of-a-kind projects are for all skill levels and can be easily applied to fashion accessories, home dcor, and many more commonly found objects. Filled with tips, variations, and colorful photographs, it has never been this easy to customize your life. All you need is your creative inspiration, and a Sharpie.
Modern Macrame
By Katz, Emily
The ultimate guide to creating and styling modern macram projects in the home from top creative tastemaker and sought-after macram artist Emily Katz.Macram--the fine art of knotting--is an age-old craft that's undergoing a contemporary renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence is Emily Katz, a lifestyle icon and artist who teaches sold out macram workshops around the world and creates swoon-worthy aspirational interiors with her custom hand-knotted pieces. Modern Macram is a stylish, contemporary guide to the traditional art and craft of macram, including 33 projects, from driftwood wall art and bohemian light fixtures to macram rugs and headboards. The projects are showcased in easy to follow and photogenic project layouts, guiding both the novice and the more experienced crafter in a highly achievable way. Included with every project are thoughtful lifestyle tips showing how macram can provide the perfect finishing touch for the modern, well-designed home--whether it's a hundred-year-old farmhouse, a sophisticated loft, or a cozy but stylish rental.
Complete Book of Polymer Clay, The
By Pavelka, Ellen Lisa
If crafts are big, then clay is colossal. From pins and pendants to bracelets, buttons, and embellishments, crafters of all ages are embracing the creativity that polymer clay inspires. This encyclopedic book by renowned expert Lisa Pavelka includes the latest techniques, handy tips, and trade secrets. Pavelka presents a sweeping overview of materials, how-to fundamentals, and construction techniques. She also introduces six original projects with complete instructions showing readers how to make pendants, curio boxes, a necklace, and a bracelet. Clear, concise, and comprehensive, this is an essential addition to any crafter's library, no matter his or her skill level. For even more inspiration, this indispensable reference features a gallery of 50 original projects by Pavelka and other talented polymer clay designers.
Starting a Craft Business
Sewing to SellThe Beginner's Guide to Starting a Craft Business
By Lindsay, Virginia
You love to sew. Don't you wish you could make a living from your sewing? You can, with the help of this practical guide for turning your passion for sewing into a successful home business. Everything you need to know is here, from finding your personal sewing style to creating a product line, identifying customers, equipping your studio, pricing and selling your work, marketing yourself, designing your own patterns, and handling the business and legal side of sewing. And that's not all! You also get 16 projects (all customer-tested) to start sewing and selling right now.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Selling Your Crafts on Etsy
By Turner, Marcia Layton
Etsy is a wildly popular website where crafters and craftsmen alike have discovered a portal where they can market and sell their handmade wares - literally around the globe. Any successful Etsy seller will tell you the difference between a successful Etsy storefront and the storefront that gets lost in the mix often boils down to the tricky details. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Selling Your Crafts with Etsy is written by someone who has proven selling success on Etsy and knows the tricks that will get a storefront noticed — and wares shipping out the door. From having the right keywords in place for optimum searchability, to creating an attractive storefront that will create return customers and loads of traffic, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Selling Your Crafts with Etsy will help you learn the tricks of the trade and help you build the successful Etsy business you have always wanted.
Drawing
Pencil Drawing
By Franks, Gene
Pencil Drawing includes comprehensive instructions for drawing a variety of subjects in pencil. A renowned master in the field, Gene Franks explains how to develop your drawings from start to finish, teaching specific techniques for shading, contrast, texture, detail, and more. You will learn all aspects of pencil drawing as you follow the easy-to-follow instructions for drawing everything from animals and people to household items in no time at all. All you need is this book, a pencil, and a little perseverance! --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
Charcoal Drawing
By Goldman, Ken
Charcoal is the quintessential favorite for sketching. It's an infinitely expressive medium with its own language, one that comprises textures, lines, strokes, and tones. Charcoal Drawing provides comprehensive instructions for basic techniques as well as complex renderings. You will learn how to use charcoal, paper, erasers, and fixative to create a variety of subjectsùfrom landscapes and still lifes to faces, figures, and more. And whether you are an experienced artist or just a beginner, the step-by-step drawing exercises will be of great value to you. You'll be amazed at what you can create with this deceptively simple medium. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
One Drawing A Day
By Lawlor, Veronica
Through 46 daily exercises which make up a complete 6-week course, you will keep your artistic skills sharp and your imaginations fertile by doing One Drawing A Day. Each spread in the book features a beautiful drawing by one of 8 professional illustrators, with a description and comments by the illustrator as well as a companion exercise. Each exercise includes suggestions for various mediums or mixed-media solutions, advice on how to approach and execute the drawing, as well as professional tips. The book also includes exercises designed to spark new ideas and increase creativity.,
Drawing Cartoons and Comics For Dummies
By Fairrington, Brian
A unique reference for creating and marketing original cartoons and comics An original American art form, comics thrill millions of people across the globe. Combining step-by-step instruction with expert tips and advice, Drawing Cartoons & Comics For Dummies is a one-stop reference for creating and marketing original cartoons and comics. While many books tend to focus on specific characters or themes, this thorough guide focuses instead on helping aspiring artists master the basic building blocks of cartoons and comics, revealing step by step how to create everything from wisecracking bunnies to souped-up super villains. It also explores lettering and coloring, and offers expert marketing advice. The book's color insert provides guidance on how to add color to cartoon creations.
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Drawing
By Fisher, Dean
There's no reason to be intimidated by art; creating a compelling drawing can be nothing more than breaking down the process into a few simple stages. This book shows you how to consider the shape of an object, render light and shadow, and make your drawings more realistic by understanding perspective. With plentiful examples, demonstrations of various techniques, and inspiring galleries of master drawings, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Drawing will bring out your inner artist. You progress from basic shapes and still lifes to portraits, the human form, and landscapes. You'll be amazed at what you can create with just a pencil, paper, and a little instruction. Concise teo-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Each topic is defined and described Detailed illustrations and photos demonstrate drawing techniques and provide inspiration Explanations accompany each illustration or photo Helpful hints provide additional guidance.
Painting
Faux and Decorative Painting
By Barnes, Christine
Love the look of custom paint finishes? Don't have a clue how to start? Brush up on all the basics with Faux and Decorative Painting, a beginner's guide to the newest techniques in decorative painting. Get all the latest info on trendsetting colors and today's high-style finishes. The 225 how-to photos illustrate the most sought after techniques, from exotic-sounding faux bois and shar-pei to extremely subtle but dramatic effects. You don't need fancy equipment, either. Alternative applicators include cheesecloth, crumpled bags, sponges, and easily modified brushes. Special attention is devoted to large wall spaces to create a finish that's magically "seamless" even when painted in sections. A great beginner's guide for masterpiece-quality results.
Art of Acrylic Painting
By Team, Walter Foster Creative
'This inspiring instructional book combines projects from some of our most popular How to Draw and Paint and Artist's Library series titles into one handy volume. The Art of Acrylic Painting is a comprehensive collection that features the work of many accomplished artists, so you will be exposed to a variety of styles and learn a number of ways to approach this versatile medium. This beautiful, full-color reference book delves into essential information about acrylic tools and techniques, and it contains a wide variety of step-by-step painting lessons, featuring a range of subjects - from stunning still lifes and charming street scenes to engaging animal portraits and everything in between. Inside, you'll find all the information and inspiration you need to begin creating your own original paintings in acrylic!.
Painting for the absolute and utter beginner
By Garcia, Claire Watson
An introduction to painting that uses simple exercises to help novice painters master basic skills, including handling a brush, achieving the right paint consistency, mixing colors, and creating dimension.
The Fundamentals of Oil Painting
By Barber, Barrington
Barrington Barber brings his years of teaching experience and professional expertise to this attractive, inspirational volume. The author sets out the materials and equipment readers will need, followed by a clear and comprehensive explanation of how to use them to get the best results. All types of subject matter are covered, from still life to portraiture and large landscape compositions. Different styles of painting are also analyzed, from realism to abstraction. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
Water Paper Paint
By Jones, Heather Smith
This book is not only for "painters" but for all types of creative individuals who want to experience and play with watercolor, whether their background is mixed-media, textile art, journaling, or paper craft. Unlike the typical watercolor text books, this unique, beautiful volume is a field book of inspiration, creative ideas, how to's, and projects, all from an artist's perspective. Each creative exercise features a technique, shows step-by-step photographs, and includes a clever idea for a gift or project that can be made from the painted samples.
Sewing
The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing
By Singer,
-- This complete sewing reference is the foundation of the Singer Sewing Library.-- A thematically organized, at-a-glance guide.
Sew Me! Sewing Basics
By Knight, Choly
This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn how to sew, or just needs a quick refresher course. Friendly and easy-to-follow directions will have you sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. From cutting patterns and sewing seams to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing you to learn as you sew. 36 simple and straightforward projects are provided for sewing fun accessories from plushies and pincushions to placemats, hand towels, hats and more.
Happy Stitch
By Rackley, Jodie
Stitch Up a Smile! You cant help but feel happy while whipping up these charming felt and fabric projects! With a few simple stitches and some basic materials, youll be crafting in no time at all. From plush animals to electronics cozies to curtains and pillows, youll love filling your home with bright and colorful crafty creations! Inside youll find: * Step-by-step instructions and photography that make stitching a breeze! * 30 different projects, perfect for gift-giving, home decoration and creative crafting. * An embroidery stitch library that puts all the basic stitches for embellishing your handmade treasures at your fingertips So gather your felt, fabric and floss, and stitch up a little happiness!
Sew What You Love
By Whelan, Tanya
30 surprisingly simple - yet delightfully charming - sewing projects Grand Revival designer Tanya Whelan's vintage modern aesthetic has made her fabrics and sewing patterns some of the most admired by sewers and quilters everywhere. In her first book, she presents a stylish collection of 30 easy-to-make sewing projects that are achievable by sewers of every skill level. Ranging from a pretty pleated clutch to a flirty French-inspired day dress and super-cute soft baby toys to a mistake-proof design-as-you-go quilt, each project comes with step-by-step instructions and illustrations, inspiring photographs, and helpful tips. These projects and patterns for children, adults, and the home are guaranteed to work well and produce a beautiful end result. Included are 3 pattern sheets enclosed in a handy pocket, providing everything you need to start stitching something you are sure to love.
Simply Sublime Gifts
By Kahn, Jodi
Want to give the ultimate one-of-kind gift? Create it yourself! Simply Sublime Gifts offers more than thirty fun and imaginative gift ideas to make quickly, inexpensively, and with little to no sewing using clever short-cuts and inventive techniques. You’ll find a well of inspiration for any occasion, including Handy Hand Towels for hostess gifts, fancy Fabric Bangles for her, Tailor-Made photo frames for him, charm necklaces, holiday ornaments, and more. Accompanying eye-catching gift-wrap ideas are sure to complete the perfect present for everyone on your gift list. With projects that are a snap for beginners—and that provide a fun challenge for experienced crafters—Simply Sublime Gifts is loaded with hints, tips, and tricks of the crafting trade.
Quilting
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Quilting
By Hakala, Sonja
It's amazing what you can do with two pieces of fabric and a layer of batting—the variety of quilts and quilting techniques is staggering. This guide introduces you to the essential skills you need to set off on your own quilting adventures. It walks you through everything from selecting fabrics to assembling blocks to binding the edges. Examples and patterns include both traditional and modern designs and use both hand-stitching and machine quilting so you can create unique quilts and quilted items that reflect your personal style.Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick reviewEach skill or technique is defined and describedStep-by-step instructions accompany each photoDetailed color photos demonstrate each stepHelpful tips provide additional guidance .
200 Quilting Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets
By Briscoe, Susan
Want to make a quilt that stands out from the rest? While the basics are easy to acquire, mastering all the techniques needed to create a professional looking quilt can take years. With this book you can learn all the insider tips and trade secrets to create quilts you'll be proud to display. Whether you're new to the craft or eager to take your patchworking and quilting skills to a higher level, this is the perfect companion for you.200 Quilting Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets takes you through the entire process of quilt making from start to finish. The book is packed with indispensable techniques explained in full detail and illustrated with specially commissioned step-by-step photographs and artwork.
No Scrap Left Behind
By Nyberg, Amanda Jean
Rescue your fabric scraps -- even the smallest pieces -- with 16 satisfying quilts and projects. Sew modern quilts for everyday use that will help you return to the roots of quiltmaking, with projects designed to help you use up every last scrap. Learn sorting and storage tips to help you plan your next quilt, with projects categorized by type of scrap -- squares, strings, triangles, or little snippets. You'll never look at scraps the same way again!
Layer Cake, Jelly Roll & Charm Quilts
By Lintott, Pam
Jelly Roll, Layer Cake and Charm Quilts provides seventeen beautiful projects that show you how to get the most from pre-cut fabric bundles. The projects range from smaller lap quilts to full-sized bed quilts and each is made from one jelly roll, layer cake or charm pack (or a combination), making the quilts quick and economical. Using the latest fabrics, the authors provide a main quilt and an alternative color way for added versatility. Simple step-by-step instructions and illustrations make creating quilts from bundles fun and easy, regardless of your skill level.
Memorabilia Quilts
By Causee, Linda
Scrapbooking and stitching—two of today’s most popular crafts—come together in these spectacular, memory-preserving quilts. If you could make a time capsule of precious moments in your life, what would you put in it: Family photos? Notes from your children? Grandma’s beautiful hand-crocheted handkerchiefs? They can all become part of a warm and wonderful quilt to wrap up in or display on the wall. One unique pattern features Dad’s old work ties. Another blanket showcases those fun t-shirts you’ve collected over the years, while ticket stubs from fondly remembered concerts make up a musical motif. Or photocopy picture postcards onto fabric and then cut and sew. The instructions for the creative techniques, plus basic quilting guidance, are all here.
Embroidery and Needlework
Doodle Stitching
By Ray, Aimee
In her first two Doodle Stitching books, Aimee Ray proved that doodling isn't just for paper anymore! Now she brings her irresistible art to a variety of embroidery techniques in a timeless resource for anyone with a needle and thread. Appealing to stitchers of all levels, the beautiful decorative stitches and techniques here include stumpwork, appliqué, Shisha, cutwork, and Sashiko. They're all presented in Ray's fresh, accessible, and whimsical style, with more than 20 fun projects and extra motifs so readers can personalize their creations.
Doodle Stitching
By Ray, Aimee
This follow-up to the best-selling Doodle Stitching offers fans expanded and updated basics, 400+ easy embroidery motifs on the page and on a CD sealed in the back of the book, 17 projects, and lots of added inspiration. More than a dozen categories include Alphabet, Asian Chic, Baby, Celebrations, Embellishments, Fruits & Veggies, Space, Trees, Flowers, Winged Wonders, and Woodland Creatures-and each section includes one motif stitched by the author. The motifs on the CD are in simple black lines, so readers can easily manipulate them using their own image-editing software, print them out, and transfer them onto their substrate of choice using the instructions in the book.PROJECTS INCLUDE:Wearables: Jewelry, pajama pants, hat and mittens o Home Décor: Fabric basket, decorative wall hangings, more o Gift Items: Keepsake gift bags .
A Rainbow of Stitches
By Lucano, Frederic
A Rainbow of Stitches is a how-to-stitch guide, a project idea book, and an encyclopedia of motifs, all in one go-to reference. Begin by choosing a motif from this extensive collection, which ranges from elegant alphabets to 1970s-inspired flowers and leaves, from sweet fairies to vintage-chic ladies in classic Dior dresses. The "Get Stitching" section gives you the basics you need to get started, along with an illustrated how-to of the simple stitches that are used to create all of the motifs. Each of the following sections, which are arranged by color–fresh greens, pretty pinks, timeless blues, rich reds, and elegant white and taupe–presents ideas for embroidering motifs in single colors, showing how much can be achieved with just one color of embroidery floss on a plain background.
The Complete Photo Guide to Needlework
By Wyszynski, Linda
Here is the ultimate reference for all styles of artistic hand stitching! No matter what design style you favor, this book gives you the tools to express yourself with needle and thread. Detailed technique instructions with clear charts and photos teach hundreds of stitches for embellishing clothes, gifts, accessories, or home decor. Simple projects let you try your hand at each method and inspire you to create your own designs.Needlework methods include:- Creative embroidery- Crewel- Silk ribbon embroidery- Bead embroidery- Cross-stitch- NeedlepointLearn one method or learn them all! With The Complete Photo Guide to Needlework, you will know how to choose the best needles, threads, and fabrics for any project. Get abundant stitches at your fingertips with this essential guide that you'll turn to again and again.
Complete Guide to Needlework
By Digest, Editors Of Reader's
Embroidery, needlepoint, knitting, applique, quilting, patchwork, crochet, rug-making, macrame, and lacework -- all taught through step-by-step instructions and photographs and drawings. A reference for the beginner and expert alike.
Crocheting
Maran Illustrated Knitting and Crocheting
By Group, Marangraphics Development
Produced by the award-winning marganGraphics Group, Maran Illustrated Guide to Knitting and Crocheting is a valuable resource to a wide range of readers-from people new to the hobby to those who have dabbled in the occasional project to those more involved knitters and crocheters interested in mastering their craft. Instead of describing the myriad ways to perform each task, Maran Illustrated Guide to Knitting and Crocheting shows the reader the best way, while the full-color photographs and clear, step-by-step instructions walk the reader through each task from beginning to end. Thorough topic introductions and useful tips provide additional information and advice to help enhance the readers' knitting and crocheting experience. Maran Illustrated Guide to Knitting and Crocheting is packed with essential information for readers who are picking up needles for the first time, and will provide more experienced knitters and crocheters with the opportunity to add more advanced techniques to their repertoire.
75 Floral Blocks to Crochet
By Barnden, Betty
Bring the beauty of the garden indoors with this floral themed collection 75 Floral Blocks to Crochet is a charming collection of square, triangular, diamond, and hexagonal blocks, all with a floral theme—from traditional blanket squares with petals and rosebuds to colorful blocks with three-dimensional flowers and butterfly patterns—there's something here to inspire every crochet fan. Great for crafters "on the go" it’s easy to work a few blocks while traveling or commuting. Then when all the blocks are complete you can assemble a whole project at your leisure.The book includes: "Useful Techniques" offering directions on construction—in straight rows, in the round, or corner-to-corner—plus how to join blocks and create edgings.
The Finer Edge
By Omdahl, Kristin
An innovative collection of 40 stitch and 12 garment patterns from best-selling author Kristin Omdahl, The Finer Edge demonstrates various techniques, construction methods, and versatile applications for crochet edgings.While crochet edgings are customarily used to trim or finish blankets and garments, designer Kristin Omdahl treats you to both traditional and novel new ways to expand your use of edgings. You will learn how edging patterns can be used to create entire fabrics, reformatted to make individual decorative motifs, reverse-engineered from existing fabrics, and even used to create three-dimensional designs. Focusing on construction techniques for edgings, The Finer Edge is divided into separate sections based on top-down, sideways, and bottom-up methods to help guide the reader.
Crochet Master Class
By Leinhauser, Jean
Crochet Master Class presents 18 crochet techniques taught by some of the world’s best crochet designers and instructors. Each chapter focuses on a different technique, inviting you to dip in, experiment, and then apply your newfound skills to create a custom piece designed by these crochet luminaries. You’ll learn Hairpin Lace from Stitch Diva Jennifer Hansen, discover the intricate color work of tapestry crochet from Carol Ventura, and explore free-form crochet with renowned fiber artist Prudence Mapstone. Filled with expert instruction, inspiring stories, and projects created exclusively for this book, Crochet Master Class is your guide to the incredible range of crochet possibilities. Techniques include:Filet Crochet • Hairpin Lace • Tapestry Crochet • Aran Crochet • Entrelac Crochet • Fashion Crochet • Tunisian Crochet • Woven Crochet • Double-Ended Crochet • Tassels • Bullion Stitch • Overlay Crochet • Bead Crochet • Bruges Crochet • Painted Crochet • Free-Form Crochet • Irish Crochet • Wire Crochet .
The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet
By Hubert, Margaret
This is a comprehensive reference book on all aspects of crochet. This book provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, filet, intermeshing, broomstick lace, bruges lace, and freeform crochet. Includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of 100s of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Also provides instructions and patterns for 50 projects for garments, accessories, and dcor items.
Knitting
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting
By Turner, Sharon
A new edition of one of the top knitting primers on the marketTeach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting has been one of the top knitting primers on the market since its publication five years ago. Now, updated with brand-new patterns, even more helpful photos, and expanded coverage of knitting techniques, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting, 2nd Edition, is the go-to knitting book for crafters who learn faster by seeing and doing than by wading through tedious instruction books.You'll get visual guidance on the basic knit and purl stitches and advance to bobbles, cables, lace, and fancy color work. Photo by photo and stitch by stitch, you'll learn how to knit socks, hats, mittens, sweaters, and more.Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick reviewDetailed color photos demonstrate each step, and helpful tips provide additional guidanceOther titles by Turner: Knitting VISUAL Quick Tips and Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting DesignPacked with step-by-step instructions and fun, innovative patterns, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting, 2nd Edition, will have you creating masterpieces in no time! .
The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting
By Hubert, Margaret
This volume is a comprehensive how-to book about all aspects of knitting. This book is a reference for all knitting techniques, beginning with the basics of how to knit. A large section of the book is devoted to showing different stitch patterns, arranged in style categories for easy reference. Special knitting topics will be explored in depth: cables, intarsia, entrelac, Fair Isle knitting, and lace knitting. A section will discuss yarns: fibers, how they are spun, gauge, and how to choose.
Circular Knitting Workshop
By Radcliffe, Margaret
Discover the pleasures of knitting in the round! Margaret Radcliffe presents classic circular knitting techniques - including Fair Isle, helix, and tubular - in detailed step-by-step photographic sequences. This comprehensive guide provides directions for 35 demonstration projects, so you can practice each technique on a miniature hat, mitten, or sweater before applying it to a larger project. With tips on how to adapt any straight-needle pattern for use with circular needles, Circular Knitting Workshop opens up endless possibilities.
Simple Knitting
By Knight, Erika
Simple Knitting is a unique workshop-based, how-to-knit book that will teach you the key techniques while creating an enviable collection of knitted items. Each of the 20 projects in the book teaches a new skill, as well as building upon and consolidating those knitting techniques already learned through preceding projects. With a series of workshop-style masterclasses Erika Knight explains all the essential information--from achieving a perfect tension and substituting yarns or stitch textures, to more advanced cables and shaping--alongside broader design principles, such as building a color palette.Providing a unique opportunity to learn the design secrets of one of the world's most highly-respected knitwear designers, Erika shares her special tricks of the trade within this book.
Knits to Give
By Bliss, Debbie
Knits to Give is a collection of 30 gift ideas divided into five sectionsFor Her, For Him, For Baby, For Kids, and For the Home. It will be difficult to decide where to start with this array of charming projects. Whether an elegant beaded clutch bag or lacy stole for her, a stylish iPad cover or seed-stitch tie for him, the ultra-cute bunny booties or sun hat for baby, a ladybug backpack or lion cub scarf for the fun-loving kid, or colorful table placemats for the home, every one is a joy to make, give, and receive.,
Origami
Beginner's Guide to Kirigami
By Descamps, Ghylenn
If you enjoy origami or papercrafting, you'll love kirigami!24 projects for handmade greeting cards, vases, gift boxes, lanterns, holiday decorations, and moreCombine origami & papercrafts to discover a new Japanese art & crafting hobbyDesigns include animals, sentiments, succulents, flowers, fruits, trees, and moreA beginner-friendly introductory guide for newcomers to kirigami, with easy-to-make projectsPerfect for crafters of any level, this skill-building book is an introduction to kirigami. The magical and ancient Japanese art of kirigami combines paper folding (origami) with papercutting to create delicate three-dimensional objects.This practical book teaches the basic techniques of this art, its core being precision and concentration. All you need to complete the projects is paper, a knife, and your imagination. Make a start, develop your skills, and take on a few challenges!Inside Beginner's Guide to Kirigami, you'll work through 24 intricate designs that will spark your imagination, each accessible and easy to master even for a novice. Projects include:First Christmas TreePretty DragonflyLove Pop-Up CardStylish LanternTerrariumBasketJapanese CranePaper Lace Doilies...and much more!With beautiful photography, helpful diagrams, and step-by-step instructions for folding and cutting charming 3D sculptures, kirigami is sure to become your newest favorite hobby!
Trash Origami
By Lafosse, Michael G.
Make fun and functional origami out of your spare paper with this easy origami book. Don't dump your wastepaper into the garbage—it's time to fold! World renowned origami artists and award-winning authors Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander show you the way with Trash Origami. This origami book presents unique and fun projects from their Origamido Studio and from some of the world's best paper designers, including Nick Robinson, Herman Van Goubergen, and Rona Gurkewitz.The origami models are presented for the reader who may have little or no previous folding experience, making it a great origami-for-kids book and an effective way to learn origami. However, experienced paper folders will also be intrigued by the novel nature of the folds and the unusual materials involved.
10-Fold Origami
By Engel, Peter
Make world-class origami art in just 10 steps with this beautiful and friendly origami book.Want to add a little Zen to your life? All you need is something to fold and the desire to express yourself! Renowned American origami artist and theorist Peter Engel features a completely original take on a very classic subject in this paper craft book, which features beautiful full-colored illustrations and easy-to-follow diagrams for 26 wide-ranging origami models.A wide variety of finished origami designs, from fun to romantic to functional, awaits you. A series of mountains and valley folds leads to a majestic elephant with its trunk curled playfully to one side. Some well placed crimps and a final crumple bring a juicy strip of bacon to life; pair it with a sunny-side-up egg and you have a complete meal.
Origami 1-2-3
By Petty, David
Not only does this introduction give beginners the skills to manage origami’s basic folds and bases, it presents brilliantly imaginative projects. Each section moves from simple to more complex items: start with a straightforward box and practice your way to a delicate, decorative offering tray; novelty models, including a charming kimono-clad lady; plus a Christmas lantern, animals, flowers, and more.
Ceramics
The Ceramics Bible
By Taylor, Louisa
Ceramicists have been plying their art and craft for thousands of years, and never more prolifically than today. The Ceramics Bible is the most comprehensive and up-to-date volume on the subject. Brimming with more than 700 full-color photos and illustrations, this is the new definitive guide for serious ceramics practitioners. Inside are step-by-step instructions on molding, firing, and glazing techniques, generously accompanied by detailed photographs. Also included are beautiful examples of contemporary work, plus plenty of historical information, artist profiles, troubleshooting tips, and an extensive resource section. Perfect for students, artists, and collectors, this is a tremendously valuable addition to the vibrant world of ceramics.
Pottery Basics
By Atkin, Jacqui
Working with clay is a deeply satisfying creative hobby, but many would-be potters are put off because they don't know how to get started. Pottery Basics shows the way. With instructive, clearly captioned, step-by-step photos on every page, it teaches everything they need to know to start making, decorating, and firing pottery. It also presents twelve simple projects that encourage beginning potters to put their new skills into practice. Expert potter Jacqui Atkin instructs on: Types of clay Basic modeling methods such as throwing, pinching, coiling, and trimming Techniques for bisque and glaze firing, and much more Beginners learn to make vases, trays, tiles, and many other attractive objects. They also learn techniques for creating designs, color combinations, and textures with inlays, slips, feathering, and burnishing.
The Potter's Complete Studio Handbook
By Zamek, Jeff
Pottery making and wheel throwing is a timeless craft, perfect for beginner crafters and artisans who don't mind getting their hands dirty. The Potter's Complete Studio Handbook is the perfect guide for all levels to enjoy and master the art of pottery. The book is a compilation of the best features from The Potter's Studio Handbook and The Potter's Studio Clay and Glaze Handbook, bringing the best of hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques together with comprehensive instruction for clays and glazes.Inside, you'll find:—expert tips and tricks for selecting and preparing your clay, constructing slab projects, throwing and centering clay on the wheel, firing your project to perfection—16 beautiful and functional projects with step-by-step photos using wheel-throwing, hand-building, and slipcasting techniques that can be done at home —more than 40 formulas for unique clays and glazes with instructions on how to use them plus troubleshooting tips from the experts—behind-the-scenes access to production and mining facilities .
Jewelry Making
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making and Beading
By Michaels, Chris Franchetti
You've probably coveted jewelry you've seen in artsy boutiques and fashion magazines or envied friends who have the perfect bling to accent everything. With this book, you'll learn to craft designs that are chic but inexpensive. With hundreds of detailed photos, this book covers tools and supplies, bead stringing and weaving, wire wrapping, and more. Terrific projects will get you started and inspire you to create your own jewelry and beadwork designs.Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Each skill or technique is defined and described Detailed color photos demonstrate each step Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo Helpful tips provide additional guidance
More Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making
By Michaels, Chris Franchetti
The visual way to get hooked on jewelry makingUnlike other crafts that focus on a fairly narrow range of techniques and materials, jewelry making is very broad; the techniques encompass everything from bead stringing to metal stamping to working with different types of clay. More Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making picks up where Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making & Beading leaves off and gives you even more techniques to create new types of jewelry.Beginning with a concise overview of jewelry making tools and essential techniques, the book gives you technique-specific chapters covering: basic metal work, metal cold connections, sculpting with metal clay, embellishing metal, designing with chain, using adhesives, and working with art glaze, resin, and leather.
Junk Jewelry
By Eldershaw, Jane
Designed to make people look twice, Junk Jewelrys beauty lies in featuring otherwise ordinary items in artful, surprising ways. What looks like a metal cuff turns out to be made of safety pins; translucent hoop earrings are actually computer chips; and a drawer pull transforms into a pendant. As the world goes green, theres never been a better time to pack a visual punch with recycled materials and everyday objects or mementos found in a dresser, at a flea market, or in the attic. . But Junk Jewelry isnt just about throwing together useless bits without some thought - artist and designer Jane Eldershaw shares prin-ciples for assembling it successfully without sacrificing imagination. Youll learn how to find inspiration, create aesthetic rhythm, and pull off wearing the pieces with panache.. With a focus on acquiring a visual vocabulary and having fun without spending a lot of money, the 25 projects featured here are perfect for anyone who appreciates thrift-store funkiness and avant-garde fashion.. Hipsters and fashionistas will be pleased to find that Eldershaw also delves into the high-fashion roots of the medium, starting with Coco Chanel all the way up to recent collections by Jeffrey Chow. With step-by-step instructions, tips on finding the best raw materials, and instructional illustrations, Junk Jewelry is both a thoughtful how-to manual and a unique, intellectually satisfying style guide.
Twist, Turn & Tie 50 Japanese Kumihimo Braids
By Kemp, Beth
The traditional Japanese art of cord braiding--known as kumihimo-- has been around for centuries. The technique, which uses a loom and several strands of silk thread, was once used to create the strong, slender cords that reinforced samurai warrior armor. Today, it is primarily used to make beautiful, color-drenched cords for jewelry and other decorative items. In Twist, Turn, & Tie 50 Japanese Kumihimo Braids, readers will get everything they need to get started in this ancient craft, including a mini braiding loom! They'll also find:An overview of tools and materials from looms to bobbins to glues to beadsStep-by-step instructions for basic loom braiding, handling threads, beads, and more50 gorgeous projects from simple beginner braids to complex beaded cords400 full-color photographs for inspirations and instructionWith details on kumihimo terminology, starting and finishing braids, and calculating thread and bead counts, this book is an ideal guide for new braiders.
The Absolute Beginners Guide
By Buckingham, Karin
Absolute Beginners Guide: Stringing Beaded Jewelry, the first book in the Absolute Beginners Guide series, is a comprehensive introduction to stringing. Presented in a warm, reassuring tone, this book provides easy-to-follow instructions designed for someone who is just learning the craft. Readers feel informed, but not overwhelmed, by the explanation of the basic tools and supplies for beading, how to choose them in a bead store, and by suggestions for setting up a simple working area. The first projects are very easy, teaching stringing a repeating pattern and using graduated beads. Then it moves into more complex projects including using connectors and knotting techniques. This true introductory manual is written with friendliness and approachability.
Holiday Crafts
The Big Book of Holiday Paper Crafts
By Llc, Crafts Media
Major holidays and all the seasons are the focus of more than 450 paper crafted cards, gift bags, boxes, wall hangings, mini albums, journals, frames, party d'cor and more. This jumbo book from the editors of Paper Crafts magazine has hundreds of ideas for not only Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Halloween, but also Easter, Thanksgiving, and New Year celebrations. Seasonal themes (spring, summer, fall, and winter) are also covered, plus a special section with ideas to show patriotic pride. Holiday paper crafting has come a long way in the past decade, due in large part to the wide variety of themed products available and the development of clever new techniques and paper crafting tools.
[Martha Stewarts Handmade Holiday Crafts
By Stewart, Martha
Creative Costumes & Halloween Decor
By Publishing, Editors Of Creative
The all-in-one Halloween book!Creative Costumes & Halloween Decor combines costume and decorating projects into one convenient book. The costumes are designed around three basic styles: tabards, gowns, and full suits (made from pajama patterns). Accessories like wings, capes, skirts and lots of headwear are also included. Details like collars, gloves, spats, and face painting instructions offer lots of ideas for personalizing costumes.The decor section includes 30 unique projects for decorating your house inside and out, along with special projects for throwing a Halloween party. The projects use common household products plus lots of craft-store items like wood pieces, paints, papier mache, felt, craft foam, floral materials, and polymer clay. Elaborately propped beauty photos and step-by-step instructions with photos of every step make the projects-both costume and decor-easy to understand.
Country Living Christmas at Home
By Rains, Valerie
Have yourself a merry little Country Living Christmas with this gorgeous guide to decorating, cooking, and celebrating the best holiday ever! Country Living knows how to make Christmas memorable, and thats why this spectacular book will become your new go-to resource every year. Its filled with more than 200 beautiful decorating ideas, recipes, and crafts, plus tips galore. Stunning photos show festive table settings; splendidly decorated trees; fun and easy Christmas projects, from wreaths to no-sew stockings; gifts from the kitchen; and gourmet-worthy recipes like Turkey Roulade with Sausage-Cornbread Filling, Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes, Slow-Cooker Apple Cider, and sweet treats like Red Velvet Snowballs and Chocolate & Cranberry Fudge.
Holiday Crafting & Baking with Kids
By Strand, Jessica
Kid-friendly crafts and recipes for traditional holiday festivities - from an autumn wreath to paper snowflakes, matzo bark to a popcorn Kwanzaa collage. Holiday Crafting & Baking with Kids will bring the whole family together for some good holiday fun. Children ages four and up will love selecting their own materials and digging into these cheerful projects. There is something here for everyone and every winter occasion Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, New Years, and Boxing Day! Step-by-step instructions, helpful templates, and color photos make it a cinch for little ones to follow along. Best of all, the materials and ingredients for these projects are inexpensive, easy to find, and even easier to turn into amazing gifts, decorations, and treats."Such a wonderful holiday catch-all." - In the Know Mom"Enjoy some family bonding time with the young ones, using these easy to follow and inexpensive suggestions for holiday treats." - Kirkland Reporter