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A-Z of Ribbon Embroidery: A comprehensive manual with over 40 gorgeous designs to stitch

Country Bumpkin · Search Press(UK)
Pages: 132
Format: Paperback

The appeal of ribbon embroidery is timeless and thousands of embroiderers have been captivated by its ease of use and fabulous results. Here you will find every stitch and technique fully explained with step by step photographs and clear instructions. Accomplished embroiderers have compiled...
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The Inspired Wedding

Emma Arendoski · Sellers Publishing, Incorporated
Format: Hardcover

Are you a bride-to-be who wants to plan a wedding unlike anyone elses but you need some fresh ideas and guidance along the way Are you thinking of incorporating a theme into your wedding but youre not sure how Let author Emma Arendoski and her new book The Inspired Wedding help you create...
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Vintage Wedding: Simple Ideas for Creating a Romantic Vintage Wedding

Daniela Turudich · Streamline Press; Second Edition, Second edition edition
Format: Paperback

Returning to print in an expanded edition this informative guide to planning a period wedding provides brides and wedding planners with historic images of wedding fashions and ideas from the early th century Complete with color palettes photos of period wedding attire and modern period-inspired...
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My Favorite Cardigans to Knit: 24 Timeless Takes on the World's Most Popular Sweater

Birgitta Forslund · Trafalgar Square Books
Format: Hardcover

We all have at least one favorite cardigan we love to wear - and cardigans are always in style, because there are so many different ways to wear them! Buttoned or unbuttoned, layered up and comfy or cute and cropped: The possibilities are endless, and knitting your own cardigan only expands...
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Modern Printmaking: A Guide to Traditional and Digital Techniques

Sylvie Covey · Watson-Guptill
Pages: 309
Format: Print book

A fully illustrated instructional printmaking book presenting step-by-step examples alongside representative works from thirty top contemporary printmaking artists. Printmaking is flourishing in the modern era, appealing to both traditional artists as well as those interested in graphic...
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Finishing Wood

Editors of Fine Woodworking · Taunton Press
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback

A great finish can make even a simple project look terrific. A bad finish can ruin the most well-built, sophisticated piece of furniture. Finishing can be a daunting and mystifying task to many woodworkers and DIYers who fear wrecking their projects at this late stage in the process. This...
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Vintage Crochet: 30 Specially Commissioned Patterns

Susan Cropper · Jacqui Small LLP
Format: Hardcover

Vintage Crochet contains a gorgeous collection of timeless fashion pieces, modern accessories, classic and quirky gifts, and modern-retro furnishings for the home and garden, all specially commissioned by Loops founder, Susan Cropper, from a variety of leading international crochet designers.Using...
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Earringology: How to Make Dangles, Drops, Chandeliers & More

Candie Cooper · Lark Crafts
Format: Book

In her stunning follow up to Necklaceology, Candie Cooper creates 50 beautiful beaded earring projects that are fun for both beginners and seasoned beaders. Stylish and feminine, they work for the office, a night on the town, or a casual weekend. In addition to beads and wire, these lovely...
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300 Tips for Painting and Decorating: Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets

Alison Jenkins · Firefly Books
Format: Paperback

Everything needed for trouble-free makeover projects and creative home maintenance. In this practical manual, a professional decorator shares hundreds of her personal tips, techniques and trade secrets that will guide homeowners in attractive decorating and regular maintenance tasks,...
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Loom Knitting Primer

Isela Phelps · Griffin, 2016.
Pages: 144
Format: Print book

The "must-have" book for loom knitters by the top expert on the subject is now updated to reflect the newer looms on the market. Like the previous edition this new edition still contains everything you need to know about loom knitting, like gauge, yarn thickness, increasing,...
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Crafting a Colorful Home: A Room-by-Room Guide to Personalizing Your Space with Color

Kristin Nicholas · Roost Books
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover

Knit, stitch, and paint your way to a more colorful and happy home with color expert and crafter Kristin Nicholas. Learn how to make your home sing through handmade crafts and a bold use of color. Kristin Nicholas, color expert and all-around master crafter, shares her secrets to selecting...
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Scraptherapy the versatile nine patch : 20 fresh designs for a favorite quilt block

Joan Ford · Taunton Press
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback

Often, the nine patch is one of the first blocks taught to beginners learning to quilt. But the nine patch is also one of the most diverse blocks, offering many different design options. In ScrapTherapy® The Versatile Nine Patch, quilt designer and teacher Joan Ford offers gorgeous designs...
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Out of the Box

Jemma Westing · DK Children
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover

Twenty-five interactive cardboard model projects that engage kids' creativity and "out of the box" thinking skills through hands-on learning and the application of science-based principles.Kids can bring old cardboard to life and build recycled creations they can play with, sit in, and wear.Supporting...
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Sewing for a Royal Baby: 22 Heirloom Patterns for Your Little Prince or Princess

Sew Beautiful Magazine Editors · Martha Pullen; Pap/Com edition
Format: Book

Any time a royal event takes placea wedding, a birththe world takes notice and what captures their attention first is the royal attire. Who would not want their own little prince or princess to be just as beautifully dressed? Sewing for a Royal Baby includes three designs inspired by actual...
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