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The Complete Book of Woodworking: Detailed Plans for More Than 40 Fabulous Projects

Landauer Corporation · Landauer
Pages: 480
Format: Hardcover

More than 40 fabulous projects and 1,200 step-by-step illustrations offer users information they need to become master woodworkers.
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The Gift of Calligraphy: A Modern Approach to Hand Lettering with 25 Projects to Give and to Keep

Maybelle Imasa-Stukuls · Watson-Guptill
Pages: 224
Format: Hardcover

An easy-to-follow guide to learning the art of calligraphy, with 25 gorgeously photographed projects that use calligraphy to make beautiful gifts and home décor.Calligraphy and hand lettering have surged in popularity as people rediscover traditional handicrafts as a creative outlet...
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The Big Book of Jewelry Making: 73 Projects to Make

GMC Editors · GMC Publications
Pages: 360
Format: Paperback

Creating your own jewelry doesn't need to involve complicated techniques and expensive tools. With just a few steps, The Big Book of Jewelry Making shows you how to make simple, fun items in no time at all. And all the projects are easy to customize or adapt to your own particular style....
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New Kitchen Idea Book

Heather J Paper · The Taunton Press
Pages: 224
Format: Print book

The kitchen. It's the undeniable heart of the home, the hub from which families fan out and come together again. Much more than a place to make and take meals, it's also "homework central", a home office, and an entertaining area all rolled into one. So when it's time to update...
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Vogue® Knitting The Ultimate Knitting Book: Completely Revised & Updated

Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine · Sixth&Spring Books
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover

The ultimate knitting reference, from the world's most recognized knitting magazine, gets a thorough update - including 1,600 color images and brand-new sections with techniques and designs! First published in 1989, Vogue Knitting The Ultimate Knitting Book instantly became a beloved...
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Freehand Fashion: Learn to Sew the Perfect Wardrobe

Chinelo Bally · Pavilion Books
Pages: 192
Format: Print book

Create beautiful clothing . . . without a pattern! In Freehand Fashion, designer Chinelo Bally reveals her sewing secrets and unique method of fabric cutting, based on a traditional Nigerian technique. Using a series of basic garment blocks, anyone can make an entire wardrobe of fashionable...
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Modern Triangle Quilts: 70 Graphic Triangle Blocks • 11 Bold Samplers

Rebecca Bryan · C&T Publishing
Pages: 112
Format: Print book

Ready to take the triangle challenge? Choose from 70 pieced modern triangle blocks and 11 quilts! Sew beautiful 3-sided blocks from pieced stripes, chevrons, curves, and more. Play with unexpected design elements, choose a winning color palette, and achieve balance and symmetry. Grab your...
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Crochet Animal Rugs: Over 20 Crochet Patterns for Fun Floor Mats and Matching Accessories

Ira Rott · SewandSo
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback

Crochet decor your kids will be begging for! Bring their bedroom decor to life with this collection of seven sensational animal rug designs, by popular crochet designer Ira Rott. You will love making these unique and quirky designs that kids will simply adore. Choose from an amazing elephant,...
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Paper Stars: 25 Festive Decorations for Every Occasion

KAREN-MARIE FABRICIUS · GMC Publications
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback

Scandinavian style is a popular design trend that is here to stay, and paper stars are featured heavily in this style. In Paper Stars, well-known artist Karen-Marie Fabricius provides 25 charming designs, each with detailed step-by-step instructions and gorgeous photographs. Crafters will...
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Mini Makers: Crafty Makes to Create With Your Kids

Laura Minter · Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd.
Pages: 159
Format: Print book

You don't need to be an arty creative type to be able to enjoy crafting with your young children. Mini Makers will give you the ideas and the inspiration to experiment with an explore the hugely rewarding world of making and creating together. Paint, draw, print, cut, stick, sew and bake...
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The Art of Spray Paint: Inspirations and Techniques from Masters of Aerosol

Lori Zimmer · Rockport Publishers
Pages: 160
Format: Print book

Discover the totally unexpected, beautiful and intricate art created using the easily accessible medium.The Art of Spray Paint showcases the grand and imaginative scale of spray paint art and design. Inside, you'll find jaw-dropping spray paint creations from around the world! You'll discover...
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20-Minute Whittling Projects: Fun Things to Carve from Wood

Tom Hindes · Fox Chapel Publishing
Pages: 96
Format: Print book

Learn the fast and simple way to whittle in this fun introduction to woodcarving. Discover how to whittle in less time while you have more fun! One of the joys of whittling with a pocket knife is that you can do it just about anywhere. You don t need any fancy equipment... and you don t even...
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The Quilt Block Cookbook: 50 Block Recipes, 7 Sample Quilts, Endless Possibilities

Amy Gibson · Lucky Spool Media
Pages: 176
Format: Print book

The Quilt Block Cookbook is a thoughtfully curated volume of 50 different 12-inch quilt blocks in a variety of complexities and styles. Quilt blocks are like a box of chocolates--each one is a mini euphoria on its own. And when paired with other blocks, they're simply delectable! Most quilt...
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Big Awesome Book of Hand & Chalk Lettering, The

DINA RODRIGUEZ · Alpha
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback

Get creative, express yourself, and add that personal touch with hand lettering! With illustrated step-by-step instructions, The Big Awesome Book of Hand & Chalk Lettering shows the complete beginner how to master the art of hand lettering, the composition/design of phrases on the page,...
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Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia

Judith Miller · Mitchell Beazley
Pages: 592
Format: Hardcover

First published in 1998, Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia has gone on to sell more than 150,000 copies worldwide and been published into seven languages. This new edition includes a thoroughly updated directory, list of suppliers and up-to-date price codes for each item.Compiled by an international...
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