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The New Small House

Katie Hutchison · Taunton Press
Pages: 217
Format: Hardcover

Smaller is big, says architect and author Katie Hutchison, whose book The New Small House shows those looking to downsize how they can live smartly, economically and environmentally friendly in elegantly designed homes. With 275 gorgeous photographs and 30 detailed illustrations, The New Small...
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The Complete Photo Guide to Cardmaking

Judi Watanabe · Creative Pub Intl, 2016.
Pages: 224
Format: Print book

Handmade cards are gifts, creative expressions, keepsakes, and relationship builders. Beneath the cardstock and embellishments is deep emotion from the card maker--encouragement, celebration, commemoration, and love. Unlike many store-bought cards that are thrown away, handmade cards are cherished...
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The Bartlett Book of Garden Elements

Michael Valentine Bartlett · David R Godine
Format: Print book

The definitive book of elements used to design, structure and beautify your garden with practical advice on installation. From bridges to gates, gazebos to fountains, sculpture to bird houses, this book gives many illustrations to inspire the professional or amateur garden designer. The text...
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Wood for Woodturners

Mark Baker · The Guild of Master Craftsman Publications
Pages: 191
Format: Print book

Wood for Woodturners (revised edition) is the updated edition of the successful book by Mark Baker catering specifically for the turner. The book describes 42 of the world's most important woods for turning and goes into great detail with regard to physical characteristics, working qualities...
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The Fundamentals of Segmented Woodturning: Projects, Techniques & Innovations for Today's Woodturner

James Rodgers · Linden Publishing
Pages: 103
Format: Print book

In The Fundamentals of Segmented Woodturning, professional woodturner and woodturning instructor Jim Rodgers provides the most up-to-date guide for any woodturner trying his hand at segmented woodturning. With an emphasis on visual instruction, The Fundamentals of Segmented Woodturning...
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Party: Christmas Crafts, Recipes, Activities

Matt Shay · Lark Books
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

"T""was the night before the ugly sweater soiree""A""nd all through your place, ""Y""our perfect party clothes were put away without even a trace. ""Y""our guests will drink cranberry cocktails and craft, ""W""hile...
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Papercraft Project Book: 125 Step-By-Step Papier-Mache, Decoupage, Paper Cutting, Collage, Decorative Effects & Paper Construction Projects Shown In 700 Photographs

Lucy Painter · Southwater
Format: Print book

Gathered here are 125 projects that make the most of the versatile paper, with essential techniques and then ideas for making frames, lampshades, screens, greetings cards, collages, gift wraps, toys, ornaments and much more.,
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Do Not Sell At Any Price: The Wild, Obsessive Hunt for the World's Rarest 78rpm Records

Amanda Petrusich · Scribner; Reprint edition
Format: Hardcover

The untold story of a quirky and important subculture: The world of 78rpm records and the insular community that celebrates them - by acclaimed music critic and author Amanda Petrusich, who contributes regularly to Pitchfork, The Oxford American, and The New York Times.Before MP3s, CDs,...
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Training Your Own Service Dog: Step By Step Guide To An Obedient Service Dog

Max Matthews · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Pages: 36
Format: Paperback

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Miller's Arts and Crafts

Judith Miller · Mitchell Beazley; Gift edition
Format: Hardcover

Arts & Crafts is one of the most influential design movements of all time, beginning in the late 19th century and still being explored by designers today. The Arts & Crafts ethos - rejecting mass production and industrialization in favour of individualism, simplicity, honest craftsmanship,...
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CatWise: America's Favorite Cat Expert Answers Your Cat Behavior Questions

Pam Johnson-Bennett · Penguin Books
Pages: 352
Format: Print book

Top feline behavior expert (and author of Penguin's bestselling Think Like a Cat and Cat vs. Cat) answers the 150 questions most often asked by puzzled cat owners.Even those of us who have lived with and loved our cats for decades are constantly stymied by their seemingly inexplicable...
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Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step

Dorling Kinderling, Inc. · Dk Publishing
Pages: 224
Format: Print book

Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step has 25 easy projects to elevate your home decor without the expensive price tag.Sew curtains, make Roman blinds, design bed runners, and more. You'll learn how to make everything from professional curtains and cushion covers to seating, bedding,...
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Complete Do-It-Yourself: An Essential Guide To Painting, Papering, Tiling, Flooring, Woodwork, Shelves And Storage, Home Repairs, Home Insulation, Outdoor Projects And Outdoor Repairs

John McGowan · Lorenz Books
Format: Hardcover

Expert advice on essential home decoration and maintenance, both indoors and out. With clear step-by-step advice on repairs, carpentry, flooring, brickwork, roofing, fences, walls and paths, painting, papering, tiling, and many other jobs around the home, with 2400 photographs to show what...
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Present Perfect: 25 Gifts to Sew & Bestow

Betz White · Interweave; First Printing edition
Format: Print book

Beautiful handmade gifts for all occasions!In Present Perfect, youll discover gifts to sew for all of lifes major celebrations birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, new homes, new babies, or simply just because.Betz White, known for her earth- and family-friendly designs, offers a new collection...
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Tomoko Fuse's Origami Boxes Book

Tomoko Fuse · Tuttle Publishing
Pages: 95
Format: Paperback

Tuttle Publishing Tomoko Fuse's Origami Boxes Book- Beautiful paper gift boxes from Japan's leading origami master. The simple flat box, or tato, is an excellent introduction to the art of beginner origami. Then build to more intricate pieces. Origami box folding is a relaxing and satisfying...
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