Back Crafts & Hobbies | October Newsletter

SelectReads News
Simple News Pro
  Crafts & Hobbies  
Knit Christmas Stockings, 2nd Edition: 19 Patterns for Stockings & Ornaments

Gwen W. Steege (Editor) · Storey Publishing, LLC; 2 edition

Make this holiday one your family will remember forever! With these 19 fun, simple patterns, even first-time knitters can create beautiful knitted Christmas stockings, as well as delightful knit and felt ornaments for the Christmas tree. PLEASE NOTE: The patterns and instructions in this...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Hand-stitched Home: Projects to sew with Pendleton & other wools

Susan Beal · Taunton Press

These patterns are for making home goods and accessories that are like no others. Author Susan Beal, working in partnership with Pendleton Mills, presents a collection of modern heirloom projects to sew and enjoy for generations.   From the sweet, simple primer on techniques (working...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Turning Toys with Richard Raffan

Richard Raffan · Taunton Press

Most woodturners have children in their lives who would appreciate a hand-turned toy (or several) . The projects in Turning Toys can serve as a base for almost limitless variation, so you can put your own stamp on each object you create. Repetition is the key to mastering any craft, so these...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Knockout Knits: New Tricks for Scarves, Hats, Jewelry, and Other Accessories

Laura Nelkin · Potter Craft

An abundance of knitted luxuries--summery lace shawls, warm and wooly hats, a trio of cool knitted bracelets, and stunning beaded gloves--designed to grow your skills.Who doesn't love to knit accessories? They're fast, often require only a skein or two of yarn, and make amazingly...
Read More check catalog
 
 
LEGO Architecture: the Visual Guide

Philip Wilkinson · DK; Lea edition
Format: Hardcover

Created in close collaboration with The LEGO Group and Adam Reed Tucker, LEGO® Architecture visionary, LEGO Architecture: The Visual Guide takes a deep look at the artists, builders, and inspiration behind the LEGO Architecture series. Beautifully illustrated and annotated, this visual...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Sand, Sea & Cross Stitch: Over 50 Stylish Cross Stitch Patterns

Anna Field · David & Charles

Features over 50 cross stitch patterns, accompanied by practical full-colour charts. Projects vary from classic samplers, pictures and alphabet designs to bags, cushions, hanging signs, pencil cases and notebook covers. Includes popular seaside motifs, such as flags, boats, beach huts,...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Diane Warner's Complete Guide to a Traditional Wedding: Time-Tested Toasts, Vows, Ceremonies & Etiquette: Everything You Need to Create Your Perfect Day

Diane Warner · New Page Books; 1 edition

A gold mine for anyone planning a wedding.--Sharon Lewis, Publisher and Executive Producer, Washington Weddings magazine and The Wedding ShowThe brides bible for wedding planning and a major tool for professional wedding planners.--Doris Nixon, National Bridal Services and President, Weddings...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Paper Blooms: 25 Extraordinary Flowers to Make for Weddings, Celebrations & More

Jeffery Rudell · Lark Crafts

Make a garden of paper flowers bloom with more than 25 sophisticated patterns designed by Jeffery Rudell, whose work has appeared everywhere from Tiffany & Co. and The New York Botanical Garden to Good Housekeeping magazine. Just follow the gorgeous step-by-step photos and simply cut,...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Asian Pickles: India: Recipes for Indian Sweet, Sour, Salty, and Cured Pickles and Chutneys

Karen Solomon · Ten Speed Press

A DIY guide to making the tangy pickles of India, featuring recipes ranging from traditional chutney and achar to new combinations using innovative ingredients and techniques. For Asian food aficionados as well as preservers and picklers looking for new frontiers, India's diverse...
Read More check catalog