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40 Colorful Afghans to Crochet: A Collection of Eye-Popping Stitch Patterns, Blocks & Projects

LEONIE MORGAN · St. Martin's Griffin
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

Bestselling author Leonie Morgan is back with another wonderful crochet book, showcasing her vibrant color and stitch variations. Featuring both block and stitch patterns, there is plenty here to please both granny-square lovers and row-by-row enthusiasts! Each of the 40 afghan designs...
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Gardens in Detail: 100 Contemporary Designs

Emma Reuss · The Monacelli Press
Format: Hardcover

Explore 100 gardens from around the world with this illustrated guide to the design elements of each - from historical style to planting and landscape design. This comprehensive reference offers gardens from many periods of history - Islamic, Renaissance, English Landscape, Arts &...
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The Wreath Recipe Book: Year-Round Wreaths, Swags, and Other Decorations to Make with Seasonal Branches

Alethea Harampolis · Artisan
Format: Hardcover

From the authors of the widely popular Flower Recipe Bookand in the same successful format The Wreath Recipe Book provides xCrecipesxD to make with flowering and leafy branches These arenxt just evergreens for Christmasxthe book is organized seasonally with dozens of projects to make throughout...
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Make and Give: Simple and Modern Crafts to Brighten Every Day

Steph Hung · Roost Books
Format: Hardcover

A design-savvy craft book with 35 cute, simple projects that celebrate the people we love in the everyday moments.      This is a book of 35 simple, modern craft projects to make any day special for the people we love. A handmade gift--even the smallest and simplest...
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Trafalgar Square Books-Viking Knits & Ancient Ornaments

Elsebeth Lavold · Trafalgar Square Books
Format: Hardcover

Trafalgar Square Books-Viking Knits & Ancient Ornaments. Experience interlace patterns from around the world in modern knitwear In this book the author introduces her own innovation using lifted increases to create interlace patterns instead of just to shape garments and to bring new life...
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Crafting with Mason Jars and other Glass Containers: Over 35 simple and beautiful upcycling projects

Hester Van Overbeek · Cico Books
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

Upcycle your glass jars and other vessels into useful and lovely objects. Follow Hester van Overbeek's easy steps to make a fresh flower-decorated tea-light votive for a garden party, store all your grains and pasta in large jars with vibrantly painted lids, or why not surprise a friend...
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Big Knits, Big Needles

Hanna Charlotte Erhorn · Dk Publishing
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

Use giant needles and chunky-weight yarn to make sweaters and jackets in no time at all.Big Knits, Big Needles includes 20 step-by-step projects and a tutorial section on the techniques of the basic stitches you need to know. From a belted cardigan to a hooded toggle coat, your cold-weather-wear...
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Color Concrete Garden Projects: Make Your Own Planters, Furniture, and Fire Pits Using Creative Techniques and Vibrant Finishes

Nathan Smith · Timber Press
Format: Print book

Discover the countless ways you can craft with color and concrete! Concrete is the perfect medium for outdoor crafts. It is versatile and durable, and it looks even better with time. Add the unexpected element of color, and you have the perfect recipe for vibrant, modern outdoor decor....
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The Spinner's Book of Fleece: A Breed-by-Breed Guide to Choosing and Spinning the Perfect Fiber for Every Purpose

Beth Smith · Storey Publishing, LLC
Format: Hardcover

As spinners, knitters, and weavers know, the characteristics of fleece -- its structure, grease content, and fiber diameter -- vary widely depending on the breed of sheep the fleece comes from. These factors are crucial when you're deciding how to spin your fleece and use your finished...
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Organize Your Genealogy: Strategies and Solutions for Every Researcher

Drew Smith · Family Tree Books
Pages: 240
Format: Print book

Get Your Research in Order! Stop struggling to manage all your genealogy facts, files, and data--make a plan of attack to maximize your progress. Organize Your Genealogy will show you how to use tried-and-true methods and the latest tech tools and genealogy software to organize your research...
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Anywhere, Anytime Art: Crayon: An artist's colorful guide to drawing on the go!

Monika Forsberg · Walter Foster Publishing
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback

Anyone can draw and paint, anywhere and at any time! Anywhere, Anytime Art: Crayon allows artists of all skill levels to create beautiful, spontaneous artwork inspired by their surroundings, no matter where they are! Discover how to work with crayon, master basic strokes and drawing techniques,...
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Sewing Machine Magic: Make the Most of Your Machine--Demystify Presser Feet and Other Accessories * Tips and Tricks for Smooth Sewing * 10 Easy, Creative Projects

Steffani Lincecum · Creative Publishing int'l
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback

With just a little know-how and the right accessories, you can get the most out of your sewing machine and give all your sewing and quilting projects a professional look!In Sewing Machine Magic, author and sewing expert Steffani Lincecum shares 30 years of experience on how to handle a sewing...
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Grow Create Inspire: Crafting a Joyful Life of Beauty and Abundance

Crystal Stevens · New Society Publishers
Pages: 273
Format: Hardcover

How can we embrace the absolute necessity of preserving and protecting the earth for our descendants, creating a future in which there is still clean water to drink, fresh air to breathe, and fresh, healthy food vital to human existence?Grow, Create, Inspire is a rallying cry, itself an inspiration...
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Sunshine Spaces: Naturally Beautiful Projects to Make for Your Home & Outdoor Space

BECI ORPIN · HARDIE GRANT Books
Pages: 192
Format: Print book

Crafty, easy-to-achieve projects that bring a little sunshine into your life and home spaces.In Sunshine Spaces, designer Beci Orpin show us how to make and create a range of fun homewares and other fabulous ideas for your outdoor space, including outdoor entertaining as well as how to bring...
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