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Print & Stamp Lab: 52 Ideas for Handmade, Upcycled Print Tools

Traci Bunkers · Quarry Books
Format: Paperback

Artist and popular workshop instructor Traci Bunkers can turn just about anything into an interesting stamp, printing block, or tool. In this book, she shows readers how to see overlooked, everyday objects in a new way, and how to "MacGyver" them into easy to use printing blocks...
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Wired Beautiful: 30+ projects to hammer, coil, spiral and twist

Heidi Boyd · North Light Books; 1 edition
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

Wired Beautiful features 30+ projects that will get you excited about the many ways you can use wire in your jewelry projects. Best-selling author Heidi Boyd takes you through the ins and outs of working with wire for your jewelry designs. You’ll learn how to make wire do your bidding...
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Dinosaurs

Robyn Hardyman · Bellwether Media
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

In nature, extinction is an irreversible process. Animal species that die off cannot be brought back to life. This origami how-to, however, gives young dinosaur lovers the opportunity to resurrect a stegosaurus, a triceratops, and more with paper. Making each species is as easy as 1-2-3
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The Artful Year: Celebrating the Seasons and Holidays with Crafts and Recipes--Over 175 Family- Friendly Activities

Jean Van't Hul · Roost Books
Pages: 351
Format: Print book

Winner of the 2015 Parent's Choice Award

From the author of The Artful Parent--a year's worth of art projects, seasonal activities, and recipes for simple, family-friendly crafting through the seasons and holidays.

Celebrating the seasons and holidays is a wonderful...
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DIY Temporary Tattoos: Draw It, Print It, Ink It

Pepper Baldwin · Griffin
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

Thinking about trying a brand-new look, but without the commitment? Here's all the info you need to design and create personalized temporary tattoos! Try out a design for a permanent tattoo, create a unique look for a special night out, design buzz-worthy wedding favors, or incentivize...
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Make and Takes for Kids: 50 Crafts Throughout the Year

Marie LeBaron · Wiley; 1 edition
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback

50 seasonal projects to make with kidsHighlighting the best of each month of the year, Make and Takes for Kids offers 50 projects to make with kids, each centered around an upcoming holiday or season. The ideas are unique and simple to produce, and each project is thoughtfully constructed...
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Beckett Racing Price Guide #28

Beckett · Beckett Media
Format: Paperback


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Tie-Dye: Dye It, Wear It, Share It

Shabd Simon-Alexander · Potter Craft
Format: Paperback

THE MODERN TWIST ON TIE-DYE Tie-dye has grown up and resurfaced as one of today’s most inspired looks. Whether dip-dye, shibori, ombré, or the traditional circle pattern, the new take on tie-dye is amazingly fresh, fashionable, and fun. In Tie-Dye: Dye It, Wear It, Share It, acclaimed...
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Making Tiny Toys in Wood: Ornaments & Collectible Heirloom Accents

Howard Clements · Fox Chapel Publishing
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback

Create charming holiday decorations that double as small toys with this easy-to-follow guidebook. Full-size patterns and step-by-step instructions are provided for 20 working wooden toy ornaments. From tugboats and tractors to windmills and wagons, these nostalgic moving toys make great...
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Drawing

Christine Allison · GMC Publications
Pages: 95
Format: Paperback

Drawing is not only a relaxing and enjoyable pastime, but also one of the original mindfulness techniques, being a great way to be in the moment and observe your surroundings. Despite the common assumption that the ability to draw is a skill you either possess or you don't, it can be readily...
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How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns: From store-bought patterns to drafting your own: a complete guide to fashion sewing with confidence

Lee Hollahan · Barron's Educational Series
Format: Paperback

An accomplished fashion designer shows women who make their own garments how to improve on store-bought sewing patterns by adjusting the clothing item's length and other details to reflect personal taste and create a custom fit. The book's opening chapters present an illustrated...
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The Art of Seamless Knitting

Simona Merchant-Dest · Interweave
Format: Paperback

Go beyond the basics! Learn how to convert flat patterns to circular techniques with 12 classic, beautiful projects suitable for all ages. With The Art of Seamless Knitting, take your knowledge of top-down, bottom-up, and seamless knitting to a higher level by adapting lace, cable, and color...
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