Mini Cross Stitch Projectsis an inspiring collection of 100 small, colorful and fun motifs to stitch. Cross stitch is making a big comeback with modern crafters and it's easy to see why. Providing the perfect introduction for beginners, 100 Mini Cross Stitch Designs will also appeal to intermediate and advanced cross stitchers looking for inspiration. The book provides a detailed section on tools and materials, instructions on getting started, reading cross stitch charts, essential stitches and finishing touches. With so many wonderful designs to choose from, selecting a project is likely to be the most time-consuming part of the whole process! From bees to bicycles, caravans to cupcakes, and rockets to rainbows, there are contemporary subjects and styles to suit every taste.
Publisher: n/a
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9781784946272
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Paperback
Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step
By Inc., Dorling Kinderling,
Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step has 25 easy projects to elevate your home decor without the expensive price tag.Sew curtains, make Roman blinds, design bed runners, and more. You'll learn how to make everything from professional curtains and cushion covers to seating, bedding, and blinds with guided step-by-step instructions and clear photography. Filled with hints and tips from the experts, Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step covers all the skills and techniques needed to finish each project.With Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step, you will have everything you need to know to design and redecorate your home, step by step.
Dk Publishing
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9781465455758
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Print book
Metalworking
By Hasluck, Paul N.
With over 2,000 black-and-white illustrations and clear, practical instructions given by expert handyman and blacksmith Paul N. Hasluck, Metalworking offers everything you need to know to turn a chunk of metal into a useful and well-crafted product. From building a blast furnace and polishing metals to forging iron and steel and spinning metals on a lathe, this comprehensive guidebook includes the tools, materials, and processes that are fundamental to the art of metalworking. Included here is information on working sheet metals, gold, and silver; building a dynamo and electric motor; making a vertical steam engine; and more! This ultimate, do-it-yourself guide to metalworking is ideal for all handymen and women, do-it-yourself-types, and industry professionals—amateur and seasoned alike! .
Skyhorse Publishing
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9781616081850
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Paperback
Customizable Pop-Up Paper Spheres
By Tsukimoto, Seiji
Famous in Japan for his three-dimensional pop-up art, Seiji Tsukimoto teaches you to make 15 amazing globe-shaped, customizable paper forms using only cutting and folding - and then shows you how to turn each into unique pieces, adding your own embellishments, decorations, or words. In this latest book in his "Wonderful Paper Spheres" series, Tsukimoto presents designs that draw on a variety of themes: Classic Children's Tales: * Cinderella * Alice's Teatime Holidays: * Christmas * Easter Special Celebrations: * Birthdays * Weddings And More! Each design folds down to a flat surface and, when pressed at both ends, shifts to a sphere that features images, messages, and intricate patterns. You'll learn to assemble forms with 3, 6, 10, and 18 rings in five difficulty levels - super novice, novice, intermediate, advanced, and advanced designs with doors.
‎Schiffer Craft
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9780764366178
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Paperback
A Garden Party of Quilts
By Wolfrom, Joen
Let renowned color expert Joen Wolfrom show quilters everywhere how to create seven spectacular flower quilts, blooming with traditional tulips or whimsical modern marigolds. Best of all, these fabulous flowers are all completely machine pieced, with step-by-step instructions that make them breezy as a spring day.
C & T
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9781571203014
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Paperback
Mini Wearables
By Felix, Rebecca
Imagine a book small enough to hang from a keychain, a petite party hat the size of a paper cup, and a magical bottle no bigger than your fingertip. You can make and wear each of these and more! Express your style through these mini adorable accessories. Easy-to-follow instructions and detailed photos guide you through creating your own miniature wearables.
Lerner Publications
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9781512426359
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Library Binding
Free-Motion Meandering
By Walters, Angela
Turn the corner to free-motion success with a meandering makeover! Best-selling author Angela Walters shows you that free-motion machine quilting doesn't have to be scary - with a couple designs in your pocket, you can finish almost any quilt on your home machine and enjoy the process. Practice 8 meandering stitches for beginners plus unique modifications for each, with step-by-step visuals and quilted samples. Improve your free-motion quilting, disguise mistakes, and transition between designs with ease.
C&T Publishing / Stash Books
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9781617455209
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Paperback
Sew-It-Yourself Home Accessories
By Owen, Cheryl
Making original soft furnishings is a great way to add style and glamor to your home - and can be fun too! Sew-It-Yourself Home Accessories offers:20 simple and beautiful projects to make with natural cotton Weekend projects for aprons, bags, cushions, device cases, placemats, totes, and more Stash busting small projects use fabric pieces that you probably already own Easy-to-follow instructions with step-by-step photographs make sewing accessible for beginners Covers basic techniques from simple hems and seams to piping and buttonholes Using easy sewing techniques and bright, fresh fabrics, this book shows you how to make a range of soft furnishings and other items, from cushions, throws and bags to a cot quilt, table linen and even a blind.Each project can be completed in just one weekend.
IMM Lifestyle Books
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9781504800938
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Paperback
Sew Magical
By Hertel, Mary
Journey into a land of fairy tales as you sew unicorns, dragons, mermaids, and their friends! Mary Hertel's beloved paper-pieced blocks are simple to sew. With sixteen mix-and-match blocks, you'll unlock the power of imagination in your quilting. Combine the blocks to create seven cute and useful projects ranging from quilts and pillows to a drawstring backpack. With clever patterns and clear instructions, this collection will make you feel like a paper-piecing wizard.
C&T Publishing
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9781617459238
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Paperback
Abracadabra! Tricks for Rookie Magicians
By Barnhart, Norm
Abracadabra! Beginning magicians will amaze their family and friends with their magical abilities! The easy step-by-step instructions in this book teach beginning magicians easy tricks like the Amazing Appearing Ball, Fast Rabbit and the Ace, and more -- while entertaining an audience at the same time. And with added 4D video content, readers can watch the tricks performed in real time and learn the secrets to making them work. Aspiring magicians will be showing off their magical skills in no time!
100 Mini Cross Stitch Designs
By Drysdale, Rosemary
Mini Cross Stitch Projectsis an inspiring collection of 100 small, colorful and fun motifs to stitch. Cross stitch is making a big comeback with modern crafters and it's easy to see why. Providing the perfect introduction for beginners, 100 Mini Cross Stitch Designs will also appeal to intermediate and advanced cross stitchers looking for inspiration. The book provides a detailed section on tools and materials, instructions on getting started, reading cross stitch charts, essential stitches and finishing touches. With so many wonderful designs to choose from, selecting a project is likely to be the most time-consuming part of the whole process! From bees to bicycles, caravans to cupcakes, and rockets to rainbows, there are contemporary subjects and styles to suit every taste.
Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step
By Inc., Dorling Kinderling,
Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step has 25 easy projects to elevate your home decor without the expensive price tag.Sew curtains, make Roman blinds, design bed runners, and more. You'll learn how to make everything from professional curtains and cushion covers to seating, bedding, and blinds with guided step-by-step instructions and clear photography. Filled with hints and tips from the experts, Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step covers all the skills and techniques needed to finish each project.With Pillows, Curtains, and Shades Step by Step, you will have everything you need to know to design and redecorate your home, step by step.
Metalworking
By Hasluck, Paul N.
With over 2,000 black-and-white illustrations and clear, practical instructions given by expert handyman and blacksmith Paul N. Hasluck, Metalworking offers everything you need to know to turn a chunk of metal into a useful and well-crafted product. From building a blast furnace and polishing metals to forging iron and steel and spinning metals on a lathe, this comprehensive guidebook includes the tools, materials, and processes that are fundamental to the art of metalworking. Included here is information on working sheet metals, gold, and silver; building a dynamo and electric motor; making a vertical steam engine; and more! This ultimate, do-it-yourself guide to metalworking is ideal for all handymen and women, do-it-yourself-types, and industry professionals—amateur and seasoned alike! .
Customizable Pop-Up Paper Spheres
By Tsukimoto, Seiji
Famous in Japan for his three-dimensional pop-up art, Seiji Tsukimoto teaches you to make 15 amazing globe-shaped, customizable paper forms using only cutting and folding - and then shows you how to turn each into unique pieces, adding your own embellishments, decorations, or words. In this latest book in his "Wonderful Paper Spheres" series, Tsukimoto presents designs that draw on a variety of themes: Classic Children's Tales: * Cinderella * Alice's Teatime Holidays: * Christmas * Easter Special Celebrations: * Birthdays * Weddings And More! Each design folds down to a flat surface and, when pressed at both ends, shifts to a sphere that features images, messages, and intricate patterns. You'll learn to assemble forms with 3, 6, 10, and 18 rings in five difficulty levels - super novice, novice, intermediate, advanced, and advanced designs with doors.
A Garden Party of Quilts
By Wolfrom, Joen
Let renowned color expert Joen Wolfrom show quilters everywhere how to create seven spectacular flower quilts, blooming with traditional tulips or whimsical modern marigolds. Best of all, these fabulous flowers are all completely machine pieced, with step-by-step instructions that make them breezy as a spring day.
Mini Wearables
By Felix, Rebecca
Imagine a book small enough to hang from a keychain, a petite party hat the size of a paper cup, and a magical bottle no bigger than your fingertip. You can make and wear each of these and more! Express your style through these mini adorable accessories. Easy-to-follow instructions and detailed photos guide you through creating your own miniature wearables.
Free-Motion Meandering
By Walters, Angela
Turn the corner to free-motion success with a meandering makeover! Best-selling author Angela Walters shows you that free-motion machine quilting doesn't have to be scary - with a couple designs in your pocket, you can finish almost any quilt on your home machine and enjoy the process. Practice 8 meandering stitches for beginners plus unique modifications for each, with step-by-step visuals and quilted samples. Improve your free-motion quilting, disguise mistakes, and transition between designs with ease.
Sew-It-Yourself Home Accessories
By Owen, Cheryl
Making original soft furnishings is a great way to add style and glamor to your home - and can be fun too! Sew-It-Yourself Home Accessories offers:20 simple and beautiful projects to make with natural cotton Weekend projects for aprons, bags, cushions, device cases, placemats, totes, and more Stash busting small projects use fabric pieces that you probably already own Easy-to-follow instructions with step-by-step photographs make sewing accessible for beginners Covers basic techniques from simple hems and seams to piping and buttonholes Using easy sewing techniques and bright, fresh fabrics, this book shows you how to make a range of soft furnishings and other items, from cushions, throws and bags to a cot quilt, table linen and even a blind.Each project can be completed in just one weekend.
Sew Magical
By Hertel, Mary
Journey into a land of fairy tales as you sew unicorns, dragons, mermaids, and their friends! Mary Hertel's beloved paper-pieced blocks are simple to sew. With sixteen mix-and-match blocks, you'll unlock the power of imagination in your quilting. Combine the blocks to create seven cute and useful projects ranging from quilts and pillows to a drawstring backpack. With clever patterns and clear instructions, this collection will make you feel like a paper-piecing wizard.
Abracadabra! Tricks for Rookie Magicians
By Barnhart, Norm
Abracadabra! Beginning magicians will amaze their family and friends with their magical abilities! The easy step-by-step instructions in this book teach beginning magicians easy tricks like the Amazing Appearing Ball, Fast Rabbit and the Ace, and more -- while entertaining an audience at the same time. And with added 4D video content, readers can watch the tricks performed in real time and learn the secrets to making them work. Aspiring magicians will be showing off their magical skills in no time!