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Needlepoint: A Modern Stitch Directory - Emma Homent Cover Art

Needlepoint: A Modern Stitch Directory

Needlepoint: A Modern Stitch Directory Over 100 creative stitches and techniques for tapestry embroidery by Emma Homent

The ultimate resource for needlepoint, canvaswork and tapestry embroidery, packed with over 100 decorative stitches and techniques. You may have tried tent stitch and cross stitch and you’ve probably seen some Bargello popping up in craft magazines, but did you know that these are only a couple of the needlepoint stitches out there? This essential guide to needlepoint will allow you to bring far greater texture and interest to your stitching, with expert guidance on how to embroider the stitches and how to choose the best stitches for your designs. Always worked on an open-weave, grid-like canvas, even needlepoint’s most decorative stitches are surprisingly easy. In this step-by-step guide, packed full of handy how-to illustrations, beginners and expert stitchers alike will feel confident enough to give every stitch a go. Alongside the stitch directory, you’ll find all the information you need on materials and equipment, and 10 bite-sized projects with full-colour charts to show off your new stitching superpowers. Author Emma Homent has been pioneering the rediscovery of all the incredible stitches in her popular #stitchmondays posts on Instagram. In this book, Emma shares her passion for this traditional craft in a fresh and contemporary way, with a desirable modern aesthetic for a new generation of needlepointers. You'll learn about the tools and materials needed, how to organise threads, and how to frame up your canvas for stitching. Over 100 stitches are demonstrated with both photos and diagrams, with 10 easy and accessible projects to help ease you into trying out some of the fancier stitches - including a glasses case, plant hanger, accessories, gifts and more. Emma also shares her guidance on what stitches are best for backgrounds, for filling large areas more quickly, and which are best for adding structure and interest. Whether you are a keen embroiderer or an absolute beginner, this invaluable guide is your go-to resource for everything needlepoint.

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Make Your Own Cutting Boards - David Picciuto Cover Art

Make Your Own Cutting Boards

Make Your Own Cutting Boards Smart Projects & Stylish Designs for a Hands-On Kitchen by David Picciuto

Whether you're new to the craft of woodworking and looking for a great first project or you're a seasoned craftsman showcasing a piece of treasured wood, it's hard to deny the appeal of a cutting board. The techniques can be as simple or as complex as you like and the finished designs can be tailored to suit any style or taste. For beginners, these gateway projects are a great way to try out a new hobby easily, quickly, and with limited tools. For old hands, making cutting boards is a gorgeous way to showcase a beautiful piece of lumber or to hone and highlight a complex technique you’re trying to perfect. Best of all, upon completion, a cutting board is a project that can be proudly used as a sturdy workhorse in your own kitchen or given as a holiday treasure to friend or loved one. Extensive photography and clear, concise instruction make even the most complex techniques easy to understand and conquer. A gallery of inspiring designs sourced from a wide array of makers is also included to spark the creation of your cutting board styles.

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Tunisian Crochet: A Stitch Dictionary with 501 Stitches to Explore - Lori Harrison Cover Art

Tunisian Crochet: A Stitch Dictionary with 501 Stitches to Explore

Tunisian Crochet: A Stitch Dictionary with 501 Stitches to Explore by Lori Harrison

Discover the ultimate guide to Tunisian crochet with this comprehensive stitch dictionary, featuring over 500 stitches and stitch patterns. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker, this book is your go-to resource for exploring Tunisian crochet stitches. • 500+ Tunisian crochet stitches : Each stitch is accompanied by a detailed swatch, chart, and step-by-step row-by-row instructions. • Clear tutorials : Packed with photo tutorials, so you'll never have to wonder where to place your hook. • Diverse stitch patterns : Explore cables, lace, colorwork, bobbles, shells, fans, and so much more. • From a trusted expert : Author Lori Harrison, celebrated for her innovative Tunisian crochet designs, builds on the success of her first book,  Exploring Tunisian Crochet . This second book is inspired by her passion for pushing the boundaries of stitch creation. • The ultimate reference : A must-have addition to every Tunisian crocheter's library, this is the most complete stitch dictionary available.

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Charming Colorwork Socks - Charlotte Stone Cover Art

Charming Colorwork Socks

Charming Colorwork Socks 25 Delightful Knitting Patterns for Colorful, Comfy Footwear by Charlotte Stone

Get ready to cast on the colorwork socks of your dreams! Prolific knitwear designer and colorwork aficionado Charlotte Stone has created a sensational variety of patterns in her signature colorful style, so you can flaunt your personality and keep your feet cozy at the same time. Whether or not you’re experienced in knitting socks or stranded colorwork, you’re in good hands with Charlotte’s best tips, tricks and techniques at the ready. Easy enough to whip up in a day or two, these socks are perfect to make for yourself or gift to your loved ones—if you can bear to part with them! Discover the fun of stitching adorable animals as you knit patterns like the Autumn Mice, Counting Sheep or Dog Walk socks (featuring a particularly sassy Shiba Inu!). Celebrate good times while casting on projects like I’m Batty for Halloween, The Holly and the Ivy or a pair of heartwarming I Heart Socks for your valentine. Whip up footwear inspired by the great outdoors, like Summer Meadows, Midnight in Zermatt or Starry Night socks, so your feet can look as adventurous as you feel! No matter what, with a treasure trove of 25 whimsical patterns to choose from, you’ll never settle for boring socks again.

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Pattern Magic - Tomoko Nakamichi Cover Art

Pattern Magic

Pattern Magic by Tomoko Nakamichi

Pattern Magic is the cult pattern-cutting book from Japan. Taking inspiration from nature, from geometric shapes and from the street, this book harnesses the sheer joy of making and sculpting clothes. Pattern Magic takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with step-by-step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy. All the basic information you need to start pattern cutting is included, from the basic block to measurements and scaling. Each project is beautifully illustrated with clear diagrams and photographs showing the stages of construction, the toiles and the finished garments. These easy-to-follow illustrations and detailed instructions make it easy to create stunning, sculptural clothes with a couture look. Step-by-step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers - with clear diagrams and photographs. Gives all the basic information needed to start pattern cutting: from the basic block to measurements and scaling. Easy-to-follow, detailed instructions make it easy to create stunning, sculptural clothes with a couture look Reviews for Pattern Magic : 'The feeling of figuring the puzzle out makes this book series a joy to explore' House of Pinheiro 'If you've mastered the basics of pattern cutting, have caught the bug and are eager to experiment with complex 3d designs, you should definitely take a look at Pattern Magic ' Tilly And The Buttons Blog 'I've had an explosion of inspiration, and I'm not even an expert in sewing!...I'm sure that many of you, fashion designers or not, can learn a lot from these tutorials' ImaginativeBloom.com CONTENTS: Part 1 : Creating form through inspiration: Accents, Gathered hole, Crater, The drop hole, Lumps and bumps Part 2 : Making patterns for haute couture garments: Draped design, The twist, Hide and seek, Interwoven design, Bamboo shoot, The knot, Two distinct expressions, An intriguing curve, Bunka-style sloper (block) for an adult woman, Bunka-style sloper (block) for an adult woman (Size M) (half-scale)

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Necromunda: Core Rulebook - Games Workshop Cover Art

Necromunda: Core Rulebook

Necromunda: Core Rulebook Games Workshop by Games Workshop

Necromunda. This hive world was founded over 15,000 years ago, as a mining and manufacturing colony. In the millennia since, the planet's mountains have been reduced to rubble for the ore within, its seas turned into oceans of chemical sludge, its very air poisoned with radioactive filth. Teeming billions infest its vast hive cities, from the glittering spires to the bowels of the underhive, a maddening mass of humanity that lives, works, fights, and dies without ever seeing the light of day. In the world beyond, outlaw gangs and nomadic tribes war endlessly over trade routes across the irradiated ash wastes. Life is cheap. The bullet is king. And in the shadows of the hive, only the strongest endure... This rulebook is the definitive guide to the game of Necromunda – the tabletop skirmish wargame of anarchy and violence, where players control rival gangs battling for supremacy. It contains the full and updated core rules of the game, including new additions like vehicles, founding gangs, and ash wastes weather, along with campaign rules and scenarios. The book also offers an in-depth look at the setting of Necromunda through background lore and stunning illustrations. It's an essential resource for anyone who wants to enter the brutal world of inter-gang warfare! This 336-page eBook contains: – Lore of Necromunda: Learn about the locales and locals of this nightmare world, from the choking underhive depths to the toxic expanse of the ash wastes. Includes a look at each of the major gang factions, maps of Hive Primus and the planet's western hemisphere, and a detailed timeline stretching back to the Dark Age of Technology. – Core Rules: Updated and revised core rules for the game of Necromunda. You'll learn the basic principles of gang warfare and fighter characteristics, how to play out a full battle of rounds and phases, and advanced rules for elements like psykers or vehicular combat. This book incorporates updates from a variety of supplements and FAQs, collating all the core rules you need in one place. – Founding a Gang: Rules for creating, equipping, expanding, and updating a gang of your own – including earning experience or injuries, purchasing wargear and Advancements for individual gang members, hiring mercenaries and extra muscle, and creating Skirmish gangs for one-off battles. – Dominion Campaign: A comprehensive campaign system, allowing you to advance your gangs and fight over valuable territories – including victory conditions, rules for income and challenges, and 26 unique territories to seize control of, each with their own distinct benefits. – Battlefields & Scenarios: Learn how to set up your battlefields in the underhive or ash wastes, discover special rules that cover everything from loot caskets and booby traps to radioactive firestorms, and fight it out in 11 different scenarios where victory means wealth and glory for your gang. – Arbitrator’s Toolkit: An expanded Arbitrator’s Toolkit, with rules to help you shape the perfect campaign and story – including multiple campaign variants, optional special rules, new House Favour rules for rewarding Underdogs, and guidelines on using gang tactics. – Gang Tactics & Skills: A complete set of core Gang Tactics and general Skills, available for any and all gangs to use as they play out battles and develop new abilities. – The Trading Post: The complete Trading Post, with rules for buying, selling, and using a huge variety of weapons, armour, wargear, bionics, accessories, chems, companions, and more – including a full list of weapon traits. The Trading Post also incorporates items that were previously available only on the Black Market. This book provides the core rules for games of Necromunda. You'll find the rules for specific gangs in other Necromunda "House of..." or "Book of..." supplements, which are available separately.

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Illustrated Cabinetmaking - Bill Hylton Cover Art

Illustrated Cabinetmaking

Illustrated Cabinetmaking How to Design and Construct Furniture That Works (American Woodworker) by Bill Hylton

The most complete visual guide to furniture construction ever published! Includes hundreds of clearly-labeled drawings and exploded diagrams that explain everything there is to know about joints, subassemblies and furniture design.

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No-Sew Mini Amigurumi - Genna Tatu Cover Art

No-Sew Mini Amigurumi

No-Sew Mini Amigurumi 40 Crochet Patterns for Super Cute, Super Small Plushies by Genna Tatu

All of the Cuddles, None of the Sewing Craft huggable mini crochet creations in a flash with this beginner-friendly guide to no-sew amigurumi. The founder of CrochetByGenna, crochet artist and fiber teacher Genna Tatu walks you through each step to creating charismatic plushies , from adorable dogs and dinosaurs to deliciously darling mushrooms and macarons . She’ll take you from the farm to the depths of the ocean and everywhere in between with 40 projects , including plushies like: - Agile Axolotl - Gentle Giraffe - Joyous Jellyfish - Cuddly Cow - Outgoing Opossum - Whimsical Whale - Groovy Gummy Bear - Savory Sushi And best of all? Each project requires absolutely no sewing. Whether you’re making your own plushy pals, gifting to a friend or looking for new ideas to sell at markets, you will want to make the whole collection! With Genna as your guide, enter the magical world of amigurumi and create an armful of playful plushies in just a few hours.

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The Beginner's Guide to Hand Building - Sunshine Cobb Cover Art

The Beginner's Guide to Hand Building

The Beginner's Guide to Hand Building Functional and Sculptural Projects for the Home Potter by Sunshine Cobb

Join the home pottery revolution! Whether you have access to a communal studio or not, hand building projects can travel just about anywhere . Take your clay outside or work at the kitchen table , with instruction from best-selling ceramics author Sunshine Cobb . In this book, you’ll find all the necessary fundamentals , including a thorough discussion of clay as well as helpful tips for keeping your body and mind in top shape . Then pick the path that’s right for you in the chapters that follow.  Develop new skills and unlock your own creativity as you explore: Sculptural projects like miniature animals and plants. Functional items like scoops, a citrus reamer, and a coffee pour-over vessel. Mixed media projects including a candlestick holder, mobile, and a soap dish. All along the way, skill-building is front and center, with conversational instructions and tips  to help you make pieces you’re proud to show off. Gallery work from some of today’s top artists are sure to inspire potters of all levels. What will you make first? For beginners and those returning to ceramics, the Essential Ceramics Skills series from Quarry Books offer the fundamentals along with fresh, contemporary, and simple projects that build skills progressively.

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The Knitter's Book of Socks - Clara Parkes Cover Art

The Knitter's Book of Socks

The Knitter's Book of Socks The Yarn Lover's Ultimate Guide to Creating Socks That Fit Well, Feel Great, and Last a Lifetime by Clara Parkes

A sock is a work of wonder. No other knitted garment has as many structural demands or endures as much wear and tear. The humble sock must defy gravity, suffer the confines of our shoes, and endure being trampled on all day long.   All too often, the root cause of a sock's triumph or failure is the yarn itself. In The Knitter’s Book of Socks, Clara Parkes shows you how to knit socks from yarn up, following the sock yarn life cycle from its foundations to its final moments on a proud foot. By understanding a sock's basic needs—elasticity, strength, and moisture management—you’ll learn how to play with these tools like building blocks, confidently combining fiber, twist, ply, pattern, and clever stitch tricks to construct your perfect pair of socks.   To help put these principles into practice, The Knitter’s Book of Socks also offers 20 fresh, original patterns from today’s sock-design luminaries, including Cookie A, Cat Bordhi, Ann Budd, Nancy Bush, Anne Hanson, and Melissa Morgan-Oakes. The socks presented here run the gamut from simple knit-and-purl combinations suitable for beginners to innovative designs with lush colorwork, swirling cables, and delicate lace.   Understanding the elements of yarn is the first step on every successful sock knitting journey. With this book as your guide, you’ll learn how to make any sock yarn shine and love every pair of socks you knit.  

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Necromunda: Book Of The Outcast - Games Workshop Cover Art

Necromunda: Book Of The Outcast

Necromunda: Book Of The Outcast Games Workshop by Games Workshop

As low as life may seem in the clutches of Necromunda's gangs, there's always a lower rung to which unfortunate souls can fall. These outcasts, hated and spurned by the 'respectable' denizens of the underhive, gather together to form gangs of their own – be it for greed, ambition, or simply safety.  Expand your games of Necromunda with a wealth of new rules to add even more variety, scope, and excitement to your battles in the underhive. With this book you can explore the dark expanse of the hive city's badzones, striking out to found settlements and expand your territory in Outlands campaigns, as well as enlisting the aid of brand new Dramatis Personae to join or even lead your Underhive Outcasts gang. Inside this 136-page supplement you'll find: – Outcasts of Necromunda: Extensive background information on outcasts gangs, covering aspects such as the badzones, the scum that comprise an Underhive Outcasts gang, and why such maligned members of the underhive would be inclined to sign up – Assembling the Outcasts: Includes all the rules you need to know in order to field an outcasts gang in skirmish and narrative games of Necromunda, including gang composition, weapons and wargear, and additional rules for creating your own charismatic Leader with a personality all their own – Hangers-On and Brutes: Includes rules for hiring Hangers-on and Brutes, for both skirmish and narratives games – Outlander Terrain: All the terrain rules needed to establish a stronghold for Necromunda gangs, usable with the included Outlander Campaign or any game of Necromunda, as well as rules for fighting across Underhive Markets, Walls and Gates, Watchtowers, and Gunk Tanks – Wyrd Powers: Light up the underhive with rules for Wyrd Powers and Force Weapons that can be used by any gang that includes a Non-sanctioned or Sanctioned Psyker, including seven Wyrd Power disciplines: Biomancy, Chronomancy, Divination, Pyromancy, Technomancy, Telepathy, and Telekinesis – Outlander Campaigns: Embark on a narrative campaign to build and grow a settlement while defending and denying resources from your rivals, and assume the role of an Arbitrator keeping the campaign on an even keel while players work through three real-time phases training recruits, gathering resources, and recovering from the wear and tear of underhive combat – Outlander Scenarios: Rules for six new outcasts-themed scenarios – Settlement Raid, Market Mayhem, Stealth Attack, Gunk Tank, Mining Expedition and The Big Score – each including rules for playing the battle, rewards gained for victory, experience, reputation, and special rules for these scenarios – Showcase: A full-colour section spotlighting miniatures, battle scenes, and alternative outcasts colour schemes – Outcasts Gang Tactics: Eighteen new Gang Tactics for use in games, plus rules and background for Lady Credo, Rebel Lord – a unique Rebel Lord who can be chosen as an Underhive Outcasts Leader at gang creation – Trading Post: Weapons, armour, and equipment available to Underhive Outcasts gangs, who must rely on whatever they can find and barter for without the backing of the major Houses – A Weapon Reference Chart containing a comprehensive weapons reference chart for all weapons and wargear available on the Trading Post for outcasts gangs – Dramatis Personae: Includes rules for hiring and using three brand-new Dramatis Personae in your games of Necromunda This is an expansion to Necromunda – you'll need a copy of the Necromunda Rulebook to use the contents of this ebook.

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Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook - STEPHEN FLEMING Cover Art

Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook

Cabinet Making for Beginners Handbook The Step-by-Step Guide with Tools, Techniques, Tips and Starter Projects by STEPHEN FLEMING

"A kitchen without a cabinet is like a body without a soul." This is what a wise cabinetmaker uttered when I asked what cabinet making meant to him. I have been practicing all the aspects of woodworking like Joinery, Woodturning, and Furniture making along with Cabinet Making, and I must say this art provides the maximum chance of impacting the overall look of your kitchen or bathroom and eventually, your home. Cabinets, for me, are an extension of your personality and a great way to express yourself. When I first started woodcraft, I looked desperately for a go-to guide about the specific processes and exact tools required. The content I found online was total information overload and wasn't presented sequentially. The books were either focused on just a few processes or assumed that I already had the necessary information. Many of the books were also very dated. There are two ways of learning: learning from SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) with years of experience, and the other is to acquire from people who are just a few steps ahead of you in their journey. I fall into the latter group. I've spent five years on this hobby and am still learning from the experts. I still remember my initial doubts and the first tips that helped me. This book is for those who are still running their first lap (0-3 years) in wood-crafting and want to gain a holistic idea of the necessary processes and tools. I've included photographs of realistic beginner projects, and I'll explain the processes and standard operating procedures associated with them. Below are the topics you would find inside: Introduction to Cabinet Making Cabinet Types, Doors, and Drawers Tools used and best practices Process and Techniques 10 Beginner Projects Recap and Safety Tips Conclusion and Free Online Resources In the last chapter, I've provided a link to free online resources for planning your next projects. Cheers, and let's start the exciting journey!

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Hooked on Amigurumi - Melanie Morita Cover Art

Hooked on Amigurumi

Hooked on Amigurumi 40 Fun Patterns for Playful Crochet Plushes by Melanie Morita

Create Irresistible Amigurumi Masterpieces with These 40 Adorable and Easy-to-Follow Patterns Crocheting has never been so cute! With patterns for everything from mermaids and the Loch Ness monster to jellyfish, teapots and cinnamon rolls, these cuddly amigurumi plushes are guaranteed to charm, making them an enchanting addition to a child’s toy collection, a perfect handmade gift or a whimsical way to brighten your home. Best of all, each project requires little or no sewing, allowing them to come together quickly and easily. Beginners will learn the basics behind amigurumi stitches, and experts will enjoy trying out new techniques and designs, making this an appealing collection for crafters of every skill level. Each addictive project will have you reluctant to put down the crochet hook, and the impressive variety of patterns means you won’t have to.

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Amigurumi Friends - Jade Gauthier-Boutin & All From Jade Cover Art

Amigurumi Friends

Amigurumi Friends 20 Easy Patterns to Create 100+ Adorable Custom Crochet Critters - Explore Infinite Possibilities with Shapes, Colors, Details, and Yarns by Jade Gauthier-Boutin & All From Jade

Create more than 100 adorable amigurumi animals while learning skills and techniques to stitch any crochet critter you can imagine. There’s nothing more satisfying than creating something with your hands—especially when it’s your own design and it’s cuddly and adorable. In Amigurumi Friends , popular crochet designer Jade Gauthier-Boutin shares a variety of approaches to stitching, customizing, and designing your own crochet critters .   Jade first provides detailed patterns for five basic animal poses —two standing, two sitting, and one lying down. You then choose your own crochet adventure by changing the muzzles, ears, tails, colors, and other details to create more than 100 adorable animals . With an overview of crochet techniques and amigurumi basics, even beginning crocheters will be able to stitch their chosen crochet animals. This comprehensive guide includes:   Clear instructions for the basic head and for five body shapes and poses Twenty animal types with instructions for crocheting all five variations Ideas for customizing the projects with different expressions, yarns, colors, and more Inspiration and guidance to design your own amigurumi from scratch QR codes linked to video tutorials to make creating amigurumi even easier With so many options, the hardest part will be deciding which crochet cutie to make first. Choose from animals from all around the world . . . and beyond:   At the Zoo: Take a walk on the wild side with lions, and pandas, and zebras, oh my! Woodland Friends: Sweet forest creatures like foxes, moose, and bears On the Farm: Cows, donkeys, bunnies, and other lovable barnyard pals Out of This World: Dinosaurs, dragons, and unicorns expand the amigurumi universe   Whether you’re new to crochet or amigurumi or looking for fresh ideas to make, gift, and even sell , Amigurumi Friends provides everything you need to know to stitch up your own marvelous menagerie of cuddly critters.

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All Sorts of Carpentry Joints - Anonymous Cover Art

All Sorts of Carpentry Joints

All Sorts of Carpentry Joints A Guide for the Amateur Carpenter on how to Construct and use Halved, Lapped, Notched, Housed, Edge, Angle, Dowelled, Mortise and Tenon, Scarf, Mitre, Dovetail, Lap and Secret Joints by Anonymous

Learning to use the right type of joint for the project is a vital lesson any carpenter must learn, and this guide is the perfect companion for anybody with a passion for working with wood. Complete with an introductory essay on woodwork, full of illustrations and lots of tips and advice.

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Noggins and Necks - Bonnie Marie Barker Cover Art

Noggins and Necks

Noggins and Necks by Bonnie Marie Barker

Noggins and Necks (Leisure Arts #4975) by Bonnie Barker features 5 stunning hat and scarf sets that can be crocheted in a weekend or less. Bonnie says, My best friend's mom taught me to read fisherman crochet patterns from a Leisure Arts book. I based some of these new designs on that richly textured style, while all 5 sets are closely worked for warmth. They finish quickly and make beautiful gifts. All made using medium weight yarn, the 5 hat and scarf sets are named Basket Weave, Woven Stitch, Two Stitch, Fisherman, and Braided Hat and Scarf Set. All are for Easy skill level.

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Doodle Stitching Embroidery Art - Aimee Ray Cover Art

Doodle Stitching Embroidery Art

Doodle Stitching Embroidery Art Move Beyond the Pattern with Aimee Ray by Aimee Ray

Learn to use floss like a boss with these twenty original embroidery art projects, from the bestselling author of Doodle Stitching and Patchwork Embroidery . Create one-of-a-kind embroidery art using simple techniques! Bestselling author Aimee Ray of Doodle Stitching fame is back with the fresh motifs and contemporary inspiration her fans have come to love. With Aimee's help, you'll move beyond the pattern to reflect your artistic self?making hoop framed embroidery art, decorative keepsakes, pillows, patches, charms, and fabric scrapbooks. Create artwork you'll display in every room of the house! Mix and match motifs and personalize wall art with lettering and numbers. With twenty projects to personalize, Doodle Stitching Embroidery Art will intrigue both beginners and seasoned embroiderers. Sew 20 original embroidery art projects with bestselling author Aimee RayExpress your individuality with exciting ideas for beginners and skilled stitchersPersonalize your projects with fun embroidery motifs, words, and dates

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Spirit Walker - Michelle Paver Cover Art

Spirit Walker

Spirit Walker Book 2 (Chronicles of Ancient Darkness) by Michelle Paver

Thousands of years ago an orphan boy and his wolf cub companion challenge a demon bear that threatens to destroy their world forever. With the help of the World Spirit, Torak destroys the bear, but his beloved Wolf is lost in the ensuing avalanche. And Torak's quest is far from over. A strange, creeping sickness, silent and deadly, is threatening the Ravens. Word arrives that the Seal Clan have the cure and Torak must face a lonely journey to find it. On the Seal's Island he stumbles into a world utterly unlike his own. Here life moves to the rhythms of the sea, the Seals build shelters from whale bones and skim the waves in fast, beautiful kayaks. And here Torak is welcomed by the kindly Seal Mage, Teneris, and kinsman, Bale. But all is not as it seems - Torak must keep his wits about him to judge who might be friend or foe. As in 'Wolf Brother' Michelle Paver's sheer passion for her story set in a world of myth and natural magic, shines through in this skilfully woven, exciting and brilliantly satisfying second instalment of the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness.

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Collage Your Life - Melanie Mowinski Cover Art

Collage Your Life

Collage Your Life Techniques, Prompts, and Inspiration for Creative Self-Expression and Visual Storytelling by Melanie Mowinski

Requiring minimal equipment--just scissors, glue, paper, and pens--collage is an accessible craft that offers limitless creative possibilities. Like meditation or journaling, making collage can be an avenue for self-reflection and artistic exploration. In Collage Your Life , artist and teacher Melanie Mowinski teaches a variety of core techniques including lettering, stamping, stenciling, transfers, and adhesive methods, and provides dozens of prompts to jumpstart the creative process and encourage crafters to explore the versatility of collage, such as: make a self-portrait; disrupt your routine instincts; incorporate text; assemble mementos from a trip; process anger or anxiety; collage with others; or try creating block-out poetry with pages from a magazine. Inspiring examples of the author's work along with that of other collage artists are featured throughout. Crafters, journaling fans, scrapbookers, and artists alike will find guidance and support for developing their own distinctive collage style, whether the goal is to create a visual record of daily experiences and special occasions or to expand a creative journaling practice. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.  

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Cricut Explore 3 Guide for Beginners - Valerie D. Hering Cover Art

Cricut Explore 3 Guide for Beginners

Cricut Explore 3 Guide for Beginners Master your Cricut Explore 3, Cricut Design Space, Troubleshooting, Essential Tips, Start a Profitable Business with Cricut and Amazing Project Ideas by Valerie D. Hering

Welcome to the World of Cricut Crafts! Bringing unique, ingenious products to life with the all-new Cricut Explore 3 is a crafters' dream come true. You must have wished and searched for a book to take you through the steps on learning how to effectively use this new device, master the Cricut Design Space, and churn out specialty artworks that can also go a long way in putting some dollars in your bank account.   As a beginner without a clue how to operate the Explore 3 find, I bet you find the whole experience frustrating, especially when you cannot understand how to tweak the Design Space to create those gorgeous cuts. You do not have to spend another minute worrying about how to get your work done seamlessly. The Ultimate Cricut Explore 3 Guide for Beginners is packed with invaluable tips, lessons, steps, and projects to help you get a grip on your device and the Design Space software in the blink of an eye. You will also learn how to configure your device with your laptop and link it and quite a few tips here and there that will go a long way in saving you endless hours searching for all you have in the palm of your hands right here. The projects and project ideas treated are a mixture in the levels of difficulties as they aim to cater to both experienced hands and newbies alike. The projects are illustrated with sample pictures of the finished works that should give you a clear idea of what you should be aiming for. This will expedite the learning process for you.   Kindly find below some of what you will get within the pages of this book; Setting up your Cricut Explore 3 Configuring mobile devices, PC/Mac with your Cricut Explore 3  Essential tools and materials Using the Cricut Design Space How to get free fonts, arts, and uploading on Cricut Design Space Cleaning and maintaining your Cricut Explore 3 Types of materials that can be used with the Cricut Explore 3 Business-wise Cricut Project ideas that can earn you some passive or full-time income. You might find the journey a bit bumpy at first, and your projects may not come out how you envisioned them, do not despair, keep at it, be persistent with your practice, and with time, I can assure you that you will become a pro with your Cricut Explore 3. Do not keep your projects hidden in the dark recesses of your workspace; show them off to family and friends, post them online, and the number of praises and encouragement that you will get will go a long way in spurring you on.  It is time to let your creative instincts find a home with the Cricut Explore 3!

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The Muppets Official Crochet Amigurumi - Drew Hill Cover Art

The Muppets Official Crochet Amigurumi

The Muppets Official Crochet Amigurumi by Drew Hill

Welcome to The Muppet Theatre, where you’re just in time for a very special performance. It’s the Amigurumi Muppets, with their very special guest: you! For the first time ever, you can crochet your favorite characters, from Kermit the Frog and Fozzie Bear to Swedish Chef and Pepé the King Prawn – and yes, even Miss Piggy! After 70 years of singing and dancing and making people happy, The Muppets are ready to tackle their next wacky performance: getting hooked on crochet! With The Muppets Official Crochet Amigurumi , you can now crochet your own Muppet amigurumi figures, and the whole gang is here – Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear, Miss Piggy, Beaker and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Animal, Gonzo, even Pepé the King Prawn and Rizzo the Rat! Each of these fifteen projects is a fully articulated doll, right down to Animal’s wild hair and Kermit’s pointed collar. With easy-to-follow patterns, and some jokes and fun from The Muppets themselves, The Muppets Official Crochet Amigurumi will have you ready to put on a show with all your favorite characters. MORE THAN A DOZEN of the most cherished Muppets are featured in The Muppets Official Crochet Amigurumi , including Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Animal, Gonzo, and more! EXCLUSIVE MATERIAL: This is the first officially licensed crochet book featuring the Muppets.

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Quick-Strip Paper Piecing - Peggy Martin Cover Art

Quick-Strip Paper Piecing

Quick-Strip Paper Piecing For Blocks, Borders & Quilts by Peggy Martin

Learn how to speed up your paper piecing with this innovative technique and create radiant quilts. Paper piece your way to fast, accurate quilts! "Quick-strip" whiz Peggy Martin combines the accuracy of paper piecing, the speed of strip piecing, and an incredible eye for color to create quilts that seem to glow from within. Discover for yourself this fun, easy, nearly mistake-proof variation on a theme. • 17 block patterns plus two borders, based on traditional designs - all paper pieced for speed and accuracy • 4 complete quilt projects include "Midnight Garden," "Millennium Star," "New York Beauty," and "Rainbow Galaxy" • Complete instructions for Peggy's quick-strip technique, plus fabric selection, pattern preparation, and finishing touches • Get inspired by a gallery of bright, colorful quick-strip quilts • A great introduction to paper piecing for beginners, and experienced paper piecers will love it, too!

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Stitching with Beatrix Potter - Michele Hill Cover Art

Stitching with Beatrix Potter

Stitching with Beatrix Potter Stitch, Sew & Give 10 Adorable Projects by Michele Hill

Bring Beatrix Potter's stories to life with 10 projects using appliqué, embroidery, quilting, and more. This book gathers together 10 easy yet elegant projects celebrating the life and talents of Beatrix Potter. With 10 appliqué and 6 embroidery designs, even beginning stitchers can work with hexagons to create a beautiful embroidered quilt, stitch up a cushion based on The Tailor of Gloucester , appliqué a wool storage box, and construct a beautiful wedding quilt based on one from Beatrix Potter's home. Plus, all-of-the designs can easily be adapted—just add a dash of imagination to create bags, appliquéd pinafores, or embroidered gifts. • Stitch by hand and by machine as you create projects the whole family will love • Learn about the life and work of Beatrix Potter with historical vignettes • Amazing appliqué tips from bestselling author of  William Morris in Appliqué  and  More William Morris in Appliqué Praise for Stitching with Beatrix Potter "Hill's designs celebrate the best-known works of Potter, while also bringing some of her lesser-known botanical illustrations to the forefront. Quilters interested in machine appliqué, as well as fans of Potter's work, will enjoy this collection." — Library Journal

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Knitted Animal Socks - Lauren Riker Cover Art

Knitted Animal Socks

Knitted Animal Socks 6 Novelty Patterns for Cute Creature Socks by Lauren Riker

A collection of easy-to-follow knitting patterns for six super cute pairs of animal socks.   Knitters will adore these designs for ankle- and knee-length socks featuring six different animal designs, including a fox, cat, pig, koala, owl, and panda.   In addition to the six patterns, there are basic knitting instructions and step-by-step photos showing all the necessary techniques—so even novice stitchers can start knitting straight away.

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Norwegian Knits with a Twist - Arne Nerjordet & Carlos Zachrison Cover Art

Norwegian Knits with a Twist

Norwegian Knits with a Twist by Arne Nerjordet & Carlos Zachrison

Traditional embroidery, tapestry, and knitting motifs from Setesdal, in the south of Norway, are brilliantly reconceived in this fabulously fresh collection of knitting projects from Arne and Carlos. Through experience gained from working alongside Scandinavia's most respected knitters, Arne and Carlos seek to preserve tradition—with their own creative "twist"! Over 30 patterns promise endless sources of delight and inspiration: men's and women's sweaters, pillows, hats, cowls, mittens, wrist and leg warmers, socks, blankets, and so much more! Includes gorgeous photographs, step-by-step instructions, and pattern diagrams.

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Selbu Mittens - Anne Bardsgard Cover Art

Selbu Mittens

Selbu Mittens by Anne Bardsgard

The ultimate compendium for any Norwegian mitten enthusiast, this gorgeous and inspiring resource was produced in conjunction with a one-of-a-kind exhibition of gloves and mittens from Selbu at the Sverresborg Trøndelag Folkemuseum. A thoroughly researched and illustrated account of the rich history of Selbu patterning—instantly recognizable for its dramatic contrasts and intricate motifs—covers the development of the designs themselves, and the essential role these knitted accessories have played in the cultural and economic development of the Selbu region. Then, dive into pages upon pages of over 500 colorwork charts, organized according to the source of their inspiration, from classic stars, snowflakes, and flowers to elk, spiders, and coffee beans. Complete patterns are included for 35 mittens and gloves from the original museum collection, accompanied by short biographies of the original designers—or choose from an overflowing selection of motifs for palms, thumbs, cuffs, and even patterned edging techniques for joining around the hand, to create endlessly fascinating combinations.

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Liberated String Quilts - Gwen Marston Cover Art

Liberated String Quilts

Liberated String Quilts 20 Foundation-Free Projects by Gwen Marston

20 Foundation-free String Quilts with Vision and Style! Quilt artist Gwen Marston introduces a new concept in string quilts! Learn her innovative techniques for fast, foundation-free string quilts that sizzle. According to Gwen, grand results come from letting go and improvising as you create your masterpiece, so get ready to have lots of fun sewing strings! • 20 string-pieced quilt projects include updated traditional designs, Amish classics, and more • Complete instructions for working with short strings, long strings, rectangles, and wedges • Gwen shares string quilt history and her "liberated" methods of construction • Plus a dazzling gallery of antique string quilts

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Weaving with Clasped Weft - Tom Knisely Cover Art

Weaving with Clasped Weft

Weaving with Clasped Weft 30+ Exciting Designs for Towels, Rugs, Runners, and More by Tom Knisely

Explore clasped weft weaving with legendary instructor Tom Knisely! The clasped weft technique brings together two or more weft threads from opposite directions to create unique patterns and textures. This technique, while simple, opens up vast creative possibilities and can be used on various looms, from rigid heddle to multi-shaft systems. The beauty of clasped weft lies in its versatility, as it can be woven into a wide range of projects, including towels, rugs, scarves, and table runners, allowing weavers to add intricate designs and textures to their pieces. The book is structured around 30+ projects that demonstrate the possibilities of clasped weft, with step-by-step instructions and design insights. These projects range from towels like the Goose Eye Twill Towel and Hydrangea Twill Towel to rugs like the Inclines Rug and Volcano Rug, all of which serve as creative inspiration. The author encourages readers to experiment with different materials, colors, and designs, making each project their own. In addition to the projects, the book provides invaluable insights into the technical aspects of clasped weft weaving, including tips on loom selection, shuttle types, and tools like thread stands and temples. The author emphasizes the importance of sampling and understanding the nuances of warp and weft tension, ensuring that weavers can achieve a balanced and beautiful final product. With its clear instructions and creative guidance, this book empowers weavers of all levels to explore clasped weft and create stunning woven pieces that reflect both tradition and innovation.    

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Round Loom Knitting in 10 Easy Lessons - Nicole F. Cox Cover Art

Round Loom Knitting in 10 Easy Lessons

Round Loom Knitting in 10 Easy Lessons 30 Stylish Projects by Nicole F. Cox

Loom knitting--the art of creating woven fabric using pegs and a hook instead of traditional knitting needles--is quicker and easier on the hands than knitting, but the results are just as lovely! The easy-to-follow lessons in this book start with the basics and progress to more complex techniques--an invaluable visual reference for loom knitters of all levels.

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Re-Bound - Jeannine Stein Cover Art

Re-Bound

Re-Bound Creating Handmade Books from Recycled and Repurposed Materials by Jeannine Stein

A DIY book making guide that repurposes easily-found items into handcrafted books, perfect for gift giving. Re-Bound is a beautiful book on bookbinding with a fun green twist—all the projects use recycled and upcycled materials. This book shows you how to take everyday materials from around the house, flea markets, thrift stores, and hardware stores and turn them into clever and eye-catching hand-made books.

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Contesting: The Name It & Claim It Game - Helene Hadsell Cover Art

Contesting: The Name It & Claim It Game

Contesting: The Name It & Claim It Game WINeuvers for WISHcraft by Helene Hadsell

How to be a winner—in the contests you enter or in the game of life. Who says you can’t win’em all?! Learn Helene’s dynamic philosophy of successful living through positive thinking, and you too can enjoy rich rewards in terms of spiritual, physical, and material well-being.

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The Rural Diaries - Hilarie Burton Cover Art

The Rural Diaries

The Rural Diaries Love, Livestock, and Big Life Lessons Down on Mischief Farm by Hilarie Burton

New York Times Bestseller  The beloved actress and star of One Tree Hill, White Collar, and Lethal Weapon, Hilarie Burton Morgan, tells the story of leaving Hollywood for a radically different kind of life in upstate New York with her husband Jeffrey Dean Morgan—a celebration of community, family, and the value of hard work in small town America. While Hilarie Burton Morgan's hectic lifestyle as an actress in New York and Los Angeles gave her a comfortable life, it did not fulfill her spiritually or emotionally. After the birth of their first son, she and her husband Jeffrey Dean Morgan, the star of The Walking Dead, decided to make a major change: they bought a working farm in Rhinebeck, New York, and began a new chapter in their lives. The Rural Diaries chronicles her inspiring story of farm life: chopping wood, making dandelion wine, building chicken coops. Burton looks back at her transition from urban to country living—discovering how to manage a farm while raising her son and making friends with her new neighbors. She mixes charming stories of learning to raise alpacas and buying and revitalizing the town’s beloved candy store, Samuel’s Sweet Shop, with raw observations on the ups and downs of marriage and her struggles with secondary infertility. Burton also includes delicious recipes that can be made with fresh ingredients at home, as well as home renovation and gardening tips. Burton’s charisma, wide eyed attitude, and fortitude—both internal and physical—propels this moving story of transformation and self-discovery. The Rural Diaries honors the values and lifestyle of small-town America and offers inspiration for anyone longing to embark on their own unconventional journey.

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Crochet Amigurumi for Every Occasion - Justine Tiu Cover Art

Crochet Amigurumi for Every Occasion

Crochet Amigurumi for Every Occasion 21 Easy Projects to Celebrate Life's Happy Moments by Justine Tiu

Crochet 21+ adorable amigurumi patterns created by The Woobles, as seen on Shark Tank! Crochet the Woobles way! Make the most adorable amigurumi including Pippa the Octopus, Sam the Sloth, and Cornelius the Bee–more than 20 patterns in all. Fall in love with   amigurumi , the art of crocheting small, stuffed yarn plushies with  Crochet A migurumi for E very Occasion .  Loaded with cuteness and beginner-friendly amigurumi patterns created by The Woobles, the internet’s favorite one-stop source for easy-to-make crochet kits, you’ll be crocheting adorable projects in no time! Grouped by gift theme, make unique handmade gifts for baby showers, birthdays, housewarmings, and engagement parties, such as a Cupcake Bear for the bear-y best birthday, a Cat tray that is the purr-fect combo of cute and useful, and a smitten Otter ready to get married to its otter half. Crochet Amigurumi for Every Occasion  is filled with 21 patterns for projects that are easy to make and that you’ll be proud to gift! Every detail of this book is carefully tailored to give crafters a frustration-free, start-to-finish experience, and each pattern is artfully photographed and accompanied by detailed instructions, tutorial photos, and supplementary videos. Forgot how to do a stitch? No problem. Simply flip to the beginning of the book and follow the step-by-step photo tutorial. Patterns are ordered by increasing difficulty, so beginner amigurumists can level up their skills while making these giftable plushies. 21 GIFTABLE AMIGURUMI PROJECTS : With 21 patterns across 4 party themes, crochet the perfect gift for your next baby shower, birthday, housewarming, or engagement party FRUSTRATION-FREE EXPERIENCE:  Includes stitch tutorials, patterns, photos, and video instructions to create adorable and easy crochet projects they’ll be proud to gift EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS : Each pattern has The Woobles’s signature simple and cute designs, clear instructions, and layout VIDEO TUTORIALS:  Tricky stitches and techniques include video tutorials on The Woobles websites INSPIRING IMAGES:  Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished project as well as custom step-by-step photos for anything unique to the pattern

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Easy Crochet Patterns - Connie J. Lewis Cover Art

Easy Crochet Patterns

Easy Crochet Patterns Cute & Affordable Crochet Patterns for Beginners (Step By Step How To Crochet Guide With Pictures) by Connie J. Lewis

"The best Crochet book now available!" An essential ‘How to Crochet' book for beginners with some cute and easy Crochet patterns.  Are you bored with your lifestyle and looking for something to spark your creativity? How about crocheting colourful clothing, tote bags, blanket, rugs, toys, decorative stuff and much more?  Or is it that you are interested in crocheting but think it is too difficult?  Well in either case, you have landed at the right place. From the basics of crocheting to colorful attractive crocheting patterns, this book tells you all you need to know about this fabric making technique. It is specifically written to assist beginners excel in the art of crocheting.  The book “Easy Crochet Patterns: Cute & Affordable Crochet Patterns for Beginners” contains the following :  1. Things needed to crochet different items along with their brief description to help you shop for them.  2. The basics rules and stitches of crocheting.  3. Step by step Crochet Patterns for a variety of things including patterns for kids, children, adults and other household stuff.  4. Pictorial representation of the patterns.  5. Difficulty rating for each pattern.  6. The abbreviation based language used in the world of crocheting.  So don’t just stop here. Keep on reading and experience the world of crocheting like you have never before.  Get Your Copy Now!

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Woodworking - DK Cover Art

Woodworking

Woodworking The Complete Step-by-Step Manual by DK

Get started on your woodwork practice with this ultimate guide to essential carpentry skills, techniques, tools, tips, and tricks. Complete and easy directions for key skills, from simple joinery techniques to more involved woodworking projects, with clear helpful photographs. Key carpentry skills, from simple joinery techniques to fine woodworking projects, through clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs. New carpenters will learn about the essential tools needed and the principles of basic design and practice crucial techniques like wood joints, finishing, woodturning, and furniture restoration. Experienced crafters will enjoy enhancing their skills and learning something new. We'll make sure you choose the right wood for the job and find more than 100 hard and softwoods, plus their properties, in our handy directory. Put your skills into practice with 28 DIY woodworking projects. This carpentry book will show you how to create home accessories, furnishings, outdoor projects, workshop projects, and more. This reference book provides all the information you need to become a master carpenter and have a houseful of fine furnishings to show for the effort! Everything You Need to Know About Woodworking Woodworking is a complete illustrated carpentry course with comprehensive and extensive photos to show you how to become a craftsman. You'll have all the information you need to start your projects right away with simple step-by-step instructions. It also makes a fantastic gift for hobby carpenters. Inside, you'll discover: - Tools: Understand how to use hand, power, and machine tools, and choose the right wood for every job. - Techniques: Follow clear, step-by-step instructions to master all key woodworking techniques. - Projects: Put your skills into practice to create well-crafted and practical objects, from a wine rack to a chest of drawers.

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The Granny Square Book - Margaret Hubert Cover Art

The Granny Square Book

The Granny Square Book Timeless Techniques & Fresh Ideas for Crocheting Square by Square by Margaret Hubert

" Crocheters looking to move beyond basic granny squares, as well as new crocheters drawn to these traditional motifs, will enjoy this collection." — Library Journal With twenty-five brand new squares and twenty-five all-new projects! Since it was first published in 2011, The Granny Square Book has instructed and inspired more than 70,000 crocheters to make and create beautiful, stylish projects with these classic motifs. Now designer and author Margaret Hubert has updated her bestselling and beloved book to include twenty-five additional crochet squares (for a total of 100!) and twenty-five all-new projects to make, wear, and give. Margaret shows the evolution of the granny square, how it can be used and interpreted in different ways with different yarns, and how today's crocheter can design her own projects using the granny squares of her choice with the yarn choices of today. Among the designs are accessories (headbands, bags, and jewelry); garments (vests, jackets, and tops); and decorative items and gifts (afghans, pillows, and a sweater set for baby). The Granny Square Book, Second Edition , offers crocheters at all skill levels more and more to love about this timeless motif. "Delightful . . . If you like to crochet granny squares but are looking to go 'beyond the blanket,' this might be the book for you!" — Underground Crafter

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Glass Fusing Design Techniques with Powders on Fiber Paper - Lena Beckéus Cover Art

Glass Fusing Design Techniques with Powders on Fiber Paper

Glass Fusing Design Techniques with Powders on Fiber Paper by Lena Beckéus

My goal with this book is to inspire and generate enthusiasm for experimenting with powdered glass. I have an enormous passion for glass powders: their characteristics, unpredictability and endless possibilities fascinate me. The glass used is 90 COE, but you can adjust your firing schedules to suit glass that has a COE of 96 or for float glass. In this book, I describe and demonstrate techniques in over 80 pictures where I use glass powder with fiber paper in combination with stringers, scrap glass and frit, to make a wide variety of designs. Beyond basic glass fusing knowledge and a kiln, the materials and equipment used are few and simple.

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The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet - Margaret Hubert Cover Art

The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet

The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet by Margaret Hubert

"Full-color photos of techniques with examples and practice projects . . . This guide will be useful for crafters beginning to experiment." — Library Journal This comprehensive book provides a reference for all methods, including Tunisian, filet, intermeshing, broomstick lace, Bruges lace, and freeform crochet. It includes step-by-step instructions for all the basic stitches and swatches of hundreds of stitch patterns with complete instructions. Also provided are instructions and patterns for fifty projects for garments, accessories, and décor items. Best of all, it includes more than four hundred color photos—to make learning and following along as easy as possible!

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Origami: The Ultimate Origami Guide - Master Origami in 2 hours. Learn Origami with 20 Step by Step Projects that Inspire You - Elithabeth Rays Cover Art

Origami: The Ultimate Origami Guide - Master Origami in 2 hours. Learn Origami with 20 Step by Step Projects that Inspire You

Origami: The Ultimate Origami Guide - Master Origami in 2 hours. Learn Origami with 20 Step by Step Projects that Inspire You by Elithabeth Rays

Are you interested in learning the elegant and eye-catching Japanese art of Origami but are unsure of where to start?  Does the thought of learning on your own seem daunting or overwhelming?  Have you attempted to make Origami designs in the past but felt it was too difficult or frustrating?  Are you looking to learn something new and unique?  Look no further!  In this instructional, easy to understand instructional book, you can learn how to master all of the delicate folds and shaping techniques that Origami entails.  Complete with pictures, full descriptions and step-by-step explanations, you will find yourself learning fast and forgetting any past frustrations or difficulties.  With the help of this book, you too can learn how to make Origami art! When learning something new, the biggest obstacle (and usually biggest complaint) is that the learning process is frustrating, time consuming, complicated and hard to understand.  Origami is no different!  While much of Origami requires confusing folds, complex shaping and strange bending of the paper, this book takes away those worries!  With the help of this book and it’s step-by-step and carefully explained instructions you can learn at your own speed and with the help of concise teaching and pictures. This book includes: -Step-by-step instructions with careful explanations and descriptions -Color pictures -Basic introduction to fundamental Origami folds - Tools used in Origami -10 very simple, beginner Origami projects to learn the basics -5 novice Origami projects to broaden your knowledge -5 Origami projects that will add a challenge -Tips and tricks of Origami -How to avoid possible frustrations with Origami

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How-To Guide to Selling Your Handcrafted Items At Craft Shows - Suzy Stewart Cover Art

How-To Guide to Selling Your Handcrafted Items At Craft Shows

How-To Guide to Selling Your Handcrafted Items At Craft Shows by Suzy Stewart

Do you love making unique gifts and keepsakes with your hands? Have you had people ooh'ing and ahh'ing over your creations for years? Do you wish you had more time so that you could do more crafting and maybe make money doing it? If so, this book is for you! Craft shows are everywhere in nearly every town at one time or another. Perhaps these shows are attached to town festivals. Perhaps the festivals themselves are what make the town famous. Either way, these shows are money-making possibilities for the serious crafter. It's a huge step when you decide to take a hobby to the next level and start trying to make money off of it. It's scary, it's difficult, but it can be so very rewarding. The key to making your crafting business a success is being prepared and armed with information. You have to know what you're doing before you can start. This is more than just a guidebook, it's a training manual designed especially for you – the beginning craft business. When you start your own business, the advantages are huge. Consider the following: - You make your own schedule – work at night if you want to - Work out of the comfort of your own home - Spend a few weekends away from home and count your money - Make your own decisions instead of having someone make them for you - Do something you love to do and gain the satisfaction of being your own boss And those are just a few reasons why you should take the time to not only read this book, but also put its valuable suggestions to work in your life right now! If you're a crafter who's thinking about taking this step, we know who you are! You've been crafting for years. Your friends and relatives are thrilled when they receive a gift you've made yourself. Your co-workers ask if you can make them one of your custom crafts for a gift. They even offer to pay you for it! Everyone comments about how unique and well-made your creations are. Someone, at some time has said “You should sell these”. Then you begin to think, "Maybe I should sell these!" An idea has been born. You start to ponder the possibility, but don't know where or how to get started. This guidebook will show you how. You'll learn how to: - Save on Supplies - Market Your Story - Find the Best Shows - How Much Inventory - Setting up Your Space These are just a few of the topics that are covered in this book. This guide has taken all the best advice from crafters who have made a success out of their home business and put it all in this book. It contains some of the best advice around to help you put your fears aside and become the success you know you can be! Crafting as a business is a possibility that really is within reach. It doesn't have to be a dream that you think you can't achieve. With the help of this guide, you can and should achieve it. Whatever you need to know, this book has got it covered including: - Organizing your records - Pricing your work - Staying safe at your shows - Making every show your best show - Tax and accounting tips - And so much more! This book will take what you already know and expand it into thinking of yourself as more than just a crafter. You'll be in business after reading this book ...That's right, a real bonafide business! So, what are you waiting for? Start getting paid to do what you love to do today!

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Vanishing Fleece - Clara Parkes Cover Art

Vanishing Fleece

Vanishing Fleece Adventures in American Wool by Clara Parkes

The renowned knitter shares her year-long adventure through America's colorful, fascinating—and slowly disappearing—wool industry. Join Clara Parkes as she ventures across the country to meet the shepherds, dyers, and countless workers without whom our knitting needles would be empty, our mills idle, and our feet woefully cold. Along the way, she encounters a flock of Saxon Merino sheep in upstate New York, tours a scouring plant in Texas, visits a steamy Maine dyehouse, helps sort freshly shorn wool on a working farm, and learns how wool fleece is measured, baled, shipped, and turned into skeins.  In pursuit of the perfect yarn, Parkes describes a brush with the dangers of opening a bale (they can explode), and her adventures from Maine to Wisconsin ("the most knitterly state") and back again. By the end of the book, you'll be ready to set aside the backyard chickens and add a flock of sheep instead.

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Crafting Business: Start a Crafting Business from Home - Trisha Miller Cover Art

Crafting Business: Start a Crafting Business from Home

Crafting Business: Start a Crafting Business from Home by Trisha Miller

Do you love making unique gifts and keepsakes with your hands?  Have you had people ooh'ing and ahh'ing over your creations for years?  Do you wish you had more time so that you could do more crafting and maybe make money doing it?  If you can say yes to these questions then you need to be turning your once hobby into a lucrative income. It's a huge step when you decide to take a hobby to the next level and start trying to make money off of it.  It's scary, it's difficult, but it can be so very rewarding.  The key to making your crafting business a success is being prepared and armed with information.  You have to know what you're doing before you can start. That is exactly what you will be learning in this book.  This is more than just a guidebook, it's a training manual designed especially for you – in starting your craft business. Here is what you will discover inside: # So You Love Crafting # How we got started # So What's Your Product # Shopping Around # We're Only Human # Selling Your Products With A Story # Do you need a website # Craft Show Paradise # Getting Started Is Essential # Your Sales Booth # Getting To The Show # How Much Inventory Do You Need? # Setting Your Prices # The Details Will Make You Rich # Safety & Security # Time To Go Home # Where To Show # Internet Craft Shows # Saturday Market Don't be afraid to take the chance and make your hobby into a career. It's scary to take the leap into business for yourself.  But once you do, you'll find reward by the mile. Those rewards can't be found behind a computer at an office job or out in the field selling something you don't really believe in. Do your research, learn from those who know, and be relentless in your goal to become a successful crafting business.  Reading this guide is a great start!

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Realistic Origami Animals - Fumiaki Kawahata Cover Art

Realistic Origami Animals

Realistic Origami Animals 32 Amazing Paper Models from a Japanese Master by Fumiaki Kawahata

Create miniature versions of your favorite creatures! Realistic Origami Animals shows you how to create 32 exquisite paper animals designed by renowned origami master, Fumiaki Kawahata. This diverse collection features many unusual models that will bring your origami skills to the next level and help you to explore the endless possibilities of paper folding. This full-color book has detailed, step-by-step instructions showing you exactly how to fold each of the 32 impressive animals, including: Bison —A sturdy model with a distinctive hump and a beard Elk —Boasts an impressive rack of antlers in a contrasting color Flying Squirrel —A kinetic piece captured mid-flight with its "wings" outstretched Dachshund —An adorable "stretched" pup who makes an amusing companion Kangaroo —A muscular marsupial with a sweet little joey peeking out from its pouch Gorilla —A powerful presence with a furrowed brow that will make you think twice before going too close And many more! Kawahata's clever projects draw their realism from unique and innovative folding patterns—no wet folding required!

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Necktie Quilts Reinvented - Christine Copenhaver Cover Art

Necktie Quilts Reinvented

Necktie Quilts Reinvented by Christine Copenhaver

"New ideas for quilting with ties .  . .projects include covers, wall-hangings, runners, and pillows." — Publishers Weekly As life gets less formal, neckties don't get worn like they used to, leaving us with a stash of unused ties. Recycle those lonely ties into 16 spectacular quilts and home accessories that look nothing like the typical stodgy necktie quilt! Showcase the rich colors, patterns, and textures found in ties with striking Hexagons, Log Cabins, Lone Stars, Flying Geese, and more. Learn how to wash ties, cut them, create appealing color combinations, and tame slippery fabric for quilting. Tie quilts make uniquely personal Father's Day, birthday, or any-occasion gifts for the tie-wearers (or former tie wearers) in your life—and this book is filled with projects for both beginners and experienced quiltmakers.

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Kevin McCloud’s 43 Principles of Home - Kevin McCloud Cover Art

Kevin McCloud’s 43 Principles of Home

Kevin McCloud’s 43 Principles of Home Enjoying Life in the 21st Century by Kevin McCloud

Kevin McCloud’s 43 Principles of Home represents a landmark piece of interiors publishing. In this lavish and inspirational yet also practical book Kevin explores all areas of domestic living, from materialism to sustainability, craftsmanship to comfort. In his witty, wide-ranging commentary on the way we live now, the things we have gained and lost, Kevin’s beautifully written text brings insight and understanding. Crucially, however, he also offers up his 43 principles of home life – each one addressing very real and solvable domestic issues. What is the perfect kitchen layout? How to create a feeling of space in traditionally sized rooms? How to create an extension that works? How best to choose colour for function? How do you create dynamic and enjoyable kids spaces? What to do with your empty fireplace? And how best to manage home waste and recycling? An inspiring but always usable book from the foremost voice in modern architectural design. Reviews Quotes on Kevin McCloud… ‘a serious man of taste and integrity’ The Observer ‘Like most television naturals, Kevin McCloud has an unmediated quality which comes across as effortless… (the) David Attenborough of the building site’ The Guardian ‘passionate; knowledgeable; eloquent and basically everything that most TV presenters are not’ The Independent ‘Kevin McCloud can enthuse over a simple joist like no one else. This is a man who actually enjoys watching concrete dry… his enthusiasm is so infectious’ The Observer About the author Kevin McCloud is best known as presenter of Channel 4's BAFTA-nominated ‘Grand Designs’, now in its tenth series. He writes books and articles about decoration, design, lighting and colour, and is editor-at-large of Grand Designs magazine. In addition, Kevin is a product and lighting designer and has produced ranges of furniture, lighting and tableware for high street names.

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Kumihimo Textile Jewellery - Leigh Morris Cover Art

Kumihimo Textile Jewellery

Kumihimo Textile Jewellery by Leigh Morris

Kumihimo textile jewellery takes the reader through the equipment and process of creating a basic Zig - Zag braid. The braid is adapted and altered in a variety of ways, by either yarn choice, variations of moves and additions after braiding to alter it both visually and structurally. These multiples of hundreds of braid variations form the basis of over 50 finished pieces of textile jewellery, which are showcased in the 35 full page colour samples. This one simple braid provides both the beginner and experienced braider with a unique approach to creating a braid that can be transformed into unique textile jewellery.

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Pottery Book for Beginners - Wade Marsh Cover Art

Pottery Book for Beginners

  • Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
  • Publish Date: August 20, 2021
  • Publisher: Your Go-To Beginner Guide In The Art of Making Pottery Crafts Pottery is a huge theme that revolves around a naturally derived organic matter called clay. It is one craft that has served many purposes, from the formation of earthen vessels to the very ceramic plates, cups and pots used in our homes and so much more. Pottery began right when the early men dominated the world, and since then, several techniques and processes have been introduced into the art, making it much more fun and seamless
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Pottery Book for Beginners An Instruction Guide for Potters to Sculpt Wheel Thrown and Handbuilding Ceramic Projects With Tips, Techniques and Pottery Tools Included by Wade Marsh

Your Go-To Beginner Guide In The Art of Making Pottery Crafts Pottery is a huge theme that revolves around a naturally derived organic matter called clay. It is one craft that has served many purposes, from the formation of earthen vessels to the very ceramic plates, cups and pots used in our homes and so much more. Pottery began right when the early men dominated the world, and since then, several techniques and processes have been introduced into the art, making it much more fun and seamless than before. At first, being a potter might be a walk in the park, but studies reveal that nine out of every ten pottery crafts made ended up collapsing. Sometimes, the structures become too thin and then crumble. Other times, the walls could have absorbed more moisture than necessary, resulting in weak walls. Another prevalent issue is the pottery being unable to serve the function for which it was created. So, it ends up becoming more of an ornate piece. These issues are some of the factors responsible for the complexity of pottery making. That is why this book, Pottery Book for Beginners, was written to provide you with top-level information to ensure your pottery craft comes out just as intended. With this book in your possession, you are on your way to becoming a successful potter in no time. Below are some of the highlights covered in this book; •Pottery-making terminologies to help you get familiar with pottery technicalities. •The health benefits of making pottery crafts. •The processes involved in making pottery crafts. •An understanding of the tools, supplies, and equipment needed to make your pottery craft. •Pottery wheel and hand-building pottery-making techniques you can employ when crafting a pottery piece. •How to properly set up your pottery studio. •Safety guidelines to adhere to when crafting your pottery piece. •10 pottery-making projects you can start with as a beginner with step-by-step instructions and graphical illustration. And so much more! So, what then are you waiting for? Kickstart your pottery-making journey RIGHT NOW by getting a copy of this book to get started.

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GEESE - William Chester Cover Art

GEESE

GEESE A Field Guide by William Chester

Geese, a Field Guide. Spanning the five continents and the seven seas, this guide includes all known types of geese.  There are 275 fully illustrated pages of informative reading on geese.

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Sew Lingerie - Maddie Kulig Cover Art

Sew Lingerie

Sew Lingerie Make Size-Inclusive Bras, Panties, Swimwear & More by Maddie Kulig

DIY lingerie, swimwear, and activewear––made by you for you! Lingerie is more than just fabric; it's the closest thing you wear to your heart! In this book, expert bra maker and designer Maddie Kulig of Madalynne Intimates teaches you how accessible and fun it is to sew undergarments that shape and support your body. You will learn the foundations of DIY lingerie, swimwear, and activewear––from the history of lingerie and types of styles, to the variety of fabrics and elastics, to how to determine your size and perfect fit––and start sewing with confidence. Dive into all elements of lingerie construction, from how to alter patterns to best fit your body to solving common problems and choosing the best fabric. Whether you're looking to whip up a comfy, simple bralette in a few hours or create an intricate and sexy bodysuit, there are a variety of bra, panty, swim, and lingerie projects for everyone. Includes information on creating nursing and mastectomy bras, offering alterations that suit a variety of needs.

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Kaleidoscope Quilts - Paula Nadelstern Cover Art

Kaleidoscope Quilts

Kaleidoscope Quilts The Workbook by Paula Nadelstern

The magic is revealed! Never before have there been this many kaleidoscope projects from the award–winning and bestselling author in one book.   This collection of kaleidoscope blocks made a stunning display on museum walls; now you can make them for your own walls too! In this workbook, you'll go "behind the seams" to learn Paula's design approach and fabric selection process, as well as her drafting and construction methods. Includes patterns you can follow for all twelve one-block quilts!   Twelve projects—each one makes an artistic 20" square kaleidoscope blockIntroducing 22.5˚ wedges (her narrowest wedges yet!) to increase the beauty and intricacy of each kaleidoscopic pattern Includes a gallery of the quilts from Paula's exhibit at the Museum of American Folk Art, plus candid shots of the opening reception

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