Craftland
An "impassioned and inspiring account of the extraordinary men and women still doing traditional artisanal work" (The Sunday Times) in the face of massive technological industrialization--by renowned Cambridge art historian Dr. James Fox. "Beautifully written and (charmingly illustrated) . . . His chronicle of the decline of the traditional trades is staggering."--The Wall Street Journal During an age of mass manufacturing, fast fashion, synthetic materials and the unsustainable practice of companies valuing quantity over quality, a return to tradition, connection, and simplicity is essential. Art historian and award-winning broadcaster Dr. James Fox explores the rapidly fading crafts and artisanal traditions of the world--such as coopering, basket-weaving, wheelwrighting, metalwork, and blacksmithing--that have shaped so much of our history through their alchemy of the hand-made human touch and generational wisdom. Fox explains the history of craftsmanship in Britain, taking readers across the lands and communities that originated there, teaching them about the practices, traditions, and people at their heart. From coopers to thatchers, basket makers to bellfounders and dry wall builders, Fox tours Britain, once the workshop of the world, in search of its lost and disappearing craft traditions and the artisans trying to keep them alive including, a rush weaver who has managed to rebuild a sustainable business with her baskets and other wares, a bell foundry that uses the same practices it used in the nineteenth century, and dry wallers, building walls one piece of stone at a time that could last two centuries. Part travelogue and part historical record, Craftland is a profoundly intimate meditation on our human cultural heritage, exploring what we lose as these traditions fade from view in the race of progress, and what we stand to gain if we bring them back.
Flower Arranging Secrets
An illustrated how-to book on flower arranging using supermarket and garden flowers and eco-friendly design techniques.
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Handicraft For Boys
Rediscover the lost art of making a hands-on treasure for curious young hands and nostalgic collectors alike. Handicraft for Boys gathers a century-old trove of practical, imaginative projects that teach woodworking for boys, beginner crafts for children, and a wide range of DIY crafts for boys. From simple kits and model-making to useful household helpers and outdoor playthings, this book turns boys' craft activities into structured lessons in creative problem-solving, safety, and pride in workmanship. Clear step-by-step instructions and diagrams make these educational crafts for boys accessible to parents, teachers, and young makers beginning their journey in crafting skills for boys. Historically significant, Handicraft for Boys captures a vanished era of traditional crafts for boys and boys' manual skills development a window into how hands-on projects for boys once shaped character and competence. Long out of print and nearly forgotten, Alpha Editions has lovingly restored this text for today s and future generations, preserving original layouts and practical detail while making it readable for modern audiences. More than a reprint, this edition is presented as a collector s item and cultural treasure: restored, annotated, and bound for preservation. Ideal for casual readers, homeschooling families, and classic literature collectors, Handicraft for Boys invites a new generation to pick up tools, learn boys' creative hobbies, and experience the lasting rewards of hands-on projects for boys.
The Gunsmith'S Manual
A masterwork reborn: The definitive American gunsmith handbook returns to print restored, expanded in spirit, and issued as a collector s treasure by Alpha Editions. The Gunsmith s Manual by Wm. B. Harrison is both a practical gunsmithing techniques bible and a vivid portrait of a vanished craft. Inside you ll find step-by-step guidance on firearm construction, precision fitting, barrel work, stock shaping, sighting, triggers, metal finishing, and vintage firearms maintenance everything a working tradesman or dedicated hobbyist needs from a comprehensive gunsmith manual. Clear diagrams and hands-on instruction make this a usable firearms repair manual for modern bench work and restoration projects. More than a how-to, this complete gunsmithing guide is a historic gunsmithing reference that captures 19th-century skill, language, and ethos. Once out of print for decades, this Wm. B. Harrison book has been carefully restored for today s and future generations, balancing faithful reproduction with readability. Alpha Editions presents not just a reprint but a collector s item and cultural treasure: durable typography, faithful illustrations, and contextual notes that honor its place in the lineage of American gunsmith trade skills. Ideal for casual readers curious about craftsmanship and for classic literature collectors seeking a historic gunsmithing resource, this volume bridges past and present. If you want an authoritative, practical guide to gunsmithing tools and techniques a complete gunsmithing guide you can use and display this edition is indispensable. Keywords: Gunsmithing guide, American gunsmith handbook, historic gunsmithing reference.
Helps And Hints For Hallowe'En
Step into a lantern-lit past where mischief, memory, and merriment meet Helps And Hints For Hallowe En is the lost handbook of warm, whimsical Halloween tradition reborn. This charming Victorian-era guide gathers irresistible Halloween party ideas, Halloween crafts for kids, spooky storytelling tips, and Halloween games for children alongside DIY Halloween decorations, costume sketches, and simple Halloween treats and recipes. Rich with family-friendly Halloween activities, old-fashioned divinations, and step-by-step creative projects, it s both a practical Halloween celebration guide and a treasury of playful customs perfect for modern parents planning a magical night or collectors seeking authentic seasonal lore. Historically significant, this book preserves regional Halloween history and traditions, illuminating how past generations celebrated the thinning of the veil between worlds. Restored with care by Alpha Editions, this edition revives text, illustrations, and period charm that had been out of print for decades. More than a reprint, it s a cultural treasure: meticulously edited, rebound for durability, and presented as a collector s item for today s readers and future generations. Whether you want Halloween planning tips for a memorable party, inspiration for Halloween costume inspiration, or a dose of creative Halloween fun, this restored classic blends practical guidance with literary grace. Own a piece of seasonal history perfect for casual readers, families, and classic literature collectors alike.
Cut Up This Book: Christmas Collage Kit
The most creative Christmas ever! Collage your own spectacular cards and decorations with this festive collection of surprising images. Collage your way through Christmas with this collection of delightful vintage imagery. Curated specially for the holiday season, hundreds of pictures are ready for you to cut out and combine into gloriously Christmassy scenes to use on cards, decorations, scrapbooks, journals, and more. You'll find whatever makes your celebrations complete: from Santa Claus, bells, baubles, and reindeer to snowflakes, mistletoe, and roaring log fires. With backgrounds, templates and step-by-step projects also included, it's the ultimate Christmas crafting kit. For your collaging and scrapbooking fun: Cut Up This Book and Create Your Own Underworld Cut Up This Book: Extraordinary Voyages to Incredible Places Cut Up This Book: Christmas Collage Kit Cut Up This Book: Creative Papers
Papermaking
Papermaking is truly a craft for everybody - it is accessible, sustainable and enjoyable for all ages. This book is a step-by-step guide for everyone who wants to make paper at home or in a classroom setting. With clear instructions and over 140 photos, it explains how to make a range of paper from simple sheets to three-dimensional objects. Topics covered include advice on materials and equipment; getting started; adding colour; embellishing and personalizing your paper and exploring the various papermaking techniques. This is an invaluable and handy guide to this wonderful craft first invented by the Chinese in the first century CE.
Contemporary Basketry
Guided by two experts, you'll experience more than 180 works by 60 of today's artists. Here is the best contemporary work from around the world, grouped into unusual thought-provoking topics (such as "The Body," "Eccentric Color or Materials," and "Allusion") to help readers reach their own conclusions about each basket. Inspired by her widely followed blog Contemporary Basketry, the selection is carefully honed by authority Carol Eckert to represent the spectrum of contemporary work. There are three parts: - The photos do most of the speaking here; - The 60 artists tell us about their priorities; and - Serving as a centerpiece, a guide by renowned critic Janet Koplos offers a one-of-a-kind exploration of what defines a basket, so we can understand how that term applies to this amazing range of work. A gorgeous book for basketry lovers, aficionados of other fiber and textile arts, and museum and art world audiences.
Landscape Rug Hooking
Master the art of hooking the land, sea, and sky in this inspiring guide to making contemporary fiber art that's completely personalized and expertly rendered. Express your own style in yarn and cloth as you learn to turn your vision into a strong line-based design. Then, chapter by chapter, master the specifics of hooking effective, motion-filled horizons, landforms, water, trees, skies--even buildings and people. With an approachable teaching style that focuses on our sense of place and the scenes that surround us, expert instructor Deanne Fitzpatrick provides - detailed walk-throughs of 6 projects, such as "Tiny Landscape" and "Sunset Cottages"; - instructions for 6 core techniques, such as traditional outlining, sketchbook use, and creating mixes; - inspiring photos of 148 artworks to draw on for learning and ideas; and - Ways to embrace self-care in your crafting practice, brought to life with stories of Deanne's experiences with landscapes. Whether you're making a 3" x 5" piece or a larger wall-sized composition, use your newfound skills to bring personal scenes to life.
Cut Up This Book: Creative Papers
The ultimate collection of patterns, backdrops, landscapes and scenes to cut out and stick in any journal, scrapbook, or collage. Add the wow-factor to any journal, collage or scrapbook with this collection of over 100 captivating backdrops. With a huge range of varied patterns, landscapes and scenes to choose from--you'll find something for every theme or mood. Cut out and paste beautiful kimono patterns, Victorian newspapers, marbled pages, pastel textures, a Regency ballroom and so much more. This book will allow you to create the most impressive spreads with ease--and a whole lot of fun! For your collaging and scrapbooking fun: Cut Up This Book and Create Your Own Underworld Cut Up This Book: Extraordinary Voyages to Incredible Places Cut Up This Book: Christmas Collage Kit Cut Up This Book: Creative Papers
Nifty Gifty
The must-have guide to creating tiny, special, homemade presents for anyone you love! From popular TikTok crafter @Lauraleii. Whether you're a crafting newbie or a DIY dynamo, Nifty Gifty shows you how easy it is to make sweet and joyful miniature crafts that you can gift to anyone in your life (or just to yourself, because you deserve it). Featuring 20 charming crafts anyone would love to receive, including: Strawberry Trinket Dishes Cowboy Boot Matchboxes Mushroom Picture Holders Mint Tin Wallets Embroidered Bag Charms And much more! Includes a quick guide to all the supplies you'll need to create the gifts in the book and hot tips on entry-level crafting techniques, how to host a crafting night, how to sell your gifts, and more. These whimsical and colorful gifts are as fun to make as they are to give, so dive into this clever activity book and get crafting! KICKSTART A NEW AND EASY HOBBY: These crafting techniques are very user-friendly, including air-dry clay, simple sewing, painting, beading, and decoupage. Each craft is easy to adapt to the giftee's tastes and includes handy step-by-step photographs to guide you seamlessly. CRAFT NIGHT HOSTING: No prior crafting experience is required to make these mini gifts, so you can easily gather up all your friends and use this book to host a fun and creative craft night. SO MANY GIFT IDEAS: Need inspiration for a last-minute gift? Want to make all your holiday gifts by hand? Nifty Gifty is your guide to making lots of quick and unique crafts that are perfect for gifting (or keeping!). It also makes a great present for a crafty friend or loved one--pair it with some crafting supplies to create a super-fun starter set. Perfect for: Crafters looking for inspiration Galentine's or Valentine's Day gift seekers Anyone from tweens and teens to adults looking to get into crafting Analog activity for boosting creativity, destressing, or enjoying screen-free fun solo or with friends
The Kew Book of Paper Gardens
Lush, evergreen and made entirely from paper, create 50 stunning projects, from delicate leaves and dreamy floral bouquets to sculptural potted plants. Step into a world of paper botanicals with celebrated artist Fideli Sundqvist. Discover the enchanting art of paper crafting with this inspiring guide endorsed by the prestigious Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, this book will help you to transform your home into a year-round paper garden. The book leads budding paper gardeners through a variety of 50 leaves, flowers and potted plants, from bold monstera leaves and dainty forget-me-nots to trailing ivy and a fruit-laden lemon treeStarting with a beginner-friendly guide to the basic materials and techniques required, the book contains handy step-by-step tutorials and ready-to-trace full-size templates. Interspersed throughout are stunning 'exploded flower' photographs, enabling you to see the components close upLearn essential papercrafting techniques, from basic folding and cutting to more advanced paper modelling, using wires as armatures to give your plants and flowers structure and lifeUnleash your imagination and experiment with different paper types and textures, including crepe and tissueCreate a garden of verdant, hand-crafted beauty, where paper blossoms burst into life. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or new to the art, this book offers the inspiration and guidance you need to create stunning botanical decor. Transform your home into a year-round paper paradise!
A Year of Junk Journaling
The number 1 rule of junk journaling is there are no rules. This is a companion to your journaling journey, with 52 weekly prompts and ideas encouraging you to tap into your creative side. Whether you're brand new to junk journaling or already hoard paper scraps and washi tape, this book will gently guide you through a year of playful, imperfect creativity: COLLECT everything that inspires you or reminds you of something you want to remember REFLECT to take a mindful moment for yourself to pause and think about what you are creating CREATE with practical steps to try new crafty techniques in your junk journal You'll find heaps of fun, original ideas for what to include in your scrapbook, as well as tips on how to brainstorm and source materials. The 52 projects are built to inspire you - you'll create a portrait of you, celebrate your favourite snacks, play with textures and colour palettes, send yourself future notes, reflect on meaningful holidays and be encouraged to use your precious sticker stash... Embrace imperfection, expand your creativity, preserve your memories and get stuck in!
Luna Lapin Stitched with Kindness
A delightful collection of sewing patterns from the creator of Luna Lapin, Sarah Peel. Immerse yourself once again in the whimsical world of Luna Lapin with this collection of patterns and instructions for five delightful animals. Luna Lapin is a quiet and kind rabbit with impeccable taste and, in this collection, she introduces us to some of her nearest and dearest friends. This brand new collection will resonate with fans of Luna and sewers of all abilities. The designs are perfect for making wonderful heirloom toys which will be treasured forever.The new animals include Gracie Grenouille the frog, Sidney and Sol the beach donkeys, and Erik Eriksen the polar bear.The step-by-step instructions and diagrams explain the patterns for the animals and their wonderful wardrobes.There are full-size templates for all the patterns whether it's Erik's duffle coat or or the donkeys' striped bathing suits.If you are a fan of this particular rabbity hare you will want to collect the latest collection of designs and stories so you can immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Luna Lapin once again.
Moon Books Gods & Goddesses Colouring Book
Take a journey across the pantheons of the world and allow your creative energy to flow, colouring in images and mandalas for some of the most interesting and inspiring deities. Each deity has a beautiful image to colour in using paints, pencils or pastels, whatever your preferred medium. Also included is a deity specific mandala, some information about them and a chant or mantra to use when colouring to help that creativity and spirit to flow. The goal of each colouring image is to provide a meditative tool for your spiritual journey... or you can do it just because it is fun!
Origami Animal Boxes Kit
Chunky, kawaii, blocky and adorable, these 14 clever folded paper animals all conceal a secret--they double as containers to store precious objects or small gift items like money, candy or notes. Though they're perfect for those special gifts to friends and loved ones, these cute animal models are almost too sweet to give away! You'll want to fold up the entire collection and display it proudly on your own desk or shelf. Each animal model has its own distinct personality: The pointy-nosed Collie is eager to please, sitting at attention waiting for you to put something in the recess on her backTwo different Fat Hippo models appear to be wading, open-mouthed and hungry for something to eatA two-toned Chunky Whale has enough room in its belly for little candies, folded money or secret notesA pair of friendly Box Dragons stand ready to guard whatever you entrust to them, be it a golden treasure or a special keepsakeA chicken family--complete with Hen, Rooster, their cute Little Chick and a Baby HatchlingAnd many more!The full-color book in this kit contains detailed step-by-step folding instructions for each model as well as a clear overview of the origami paper folding basics. There is enough colorful folding paper provided with the kit to allow you to create each of the models. This kit includes: A full-color 64-page instruction bookStep-by-step folding instructions48 high-quality single-sided origami folding sheets
Ransom Notes Sticker Book (Over 2100 Stickers!)
Write a secret message, or add a little mystery to your journal, planner, and art projects, with this retro newspaper- and magazine-inspired sticker collection!Ransom Notes sticker book contains more than 2,100 stickers!You'll find letters, numbers, punctuation symbols, directional arrows, vintage newspaper clippings and art, postal ephemera, words and phrases, images of torn paper, and more!An awesome variety of newspaper and magazine typography looks.So many subjects, sizes, and styles to choose from!Durable stickers feature a high-quality finish.Perfect for collaging, enhancing your scrapbook or journal, or adding personality to your planner!Sticker book measures 6-1/2'' square.50 pages.
Enchanted Forest Sticker Book (Over 800 Stickers!)
Draw from the power of nature with this fantastic treasury of woodland wonders!50 vibrant pages brim with more than 800 stickers, all featuring a forest flourish.Eclectic assortment spans a diverse range: birds, insects, animal families, trees, mushrooms, ferns, flowers, fairy folk, seasons, moonlit magic, far-flung landscapes, plus an assortment of woodland borders, labels, seals, and so much more.So many sizes and art styles to choose from!Durable stickers feature a high-quality finish.Perfect for collaging, enhancing your scrapbook or journal, or adding a personal touch to your planner!Sticker book measures 6-1/2'' square.
Handmade Books for Everyday Adventures
The handmade books presented here are meant to spark outings and offer creative ways for you to explore your personal style and interests: Make treasure hunts even more special with a personalized Treasure Hunt Collection Bag and Notebook. Take notes at the beach with a Waterproof Book made with Tyvek pages. Make a canvas-covered Camping Songbook to take with you to the campsite. In this collection of twenty Japanese bookbinding projects, traditional techniques meet contemporary style, from easy-to-fold accordion books to the intricate Japanese stab-stitch bindings. Book artist Erin Zamrzla makes bookbinding easy and unintimidating. Her clear step-by-step instructions make even the more complicated stitches easy to re-create. Information on the basics of bookbinding--including terminology, tools, and techniques--is included, and many projects encourage the creative use of ordinary and recycled materials. The projects are: Everyday Outings - Grocery List Pad - Lunch Box Notes - Necklace Book - Cross-Stitch Cover - Write Your Own Story Journal Outdoor Play - Treasure Hunt Collection Bag and Notebook - Little League Score Book - Waterproof Book - Bicycle Book - Texture Collector Nature Excursions - Observation Journal - Leaf and Flower Press - Fishing Log - Stargazing Log - Camping Songbook Road Trips - Tiny Tickets Memorabilia Book - Photo Notes - Notes from the Road Postcard Book - Fold-Out Map Booklet - Things to Check Out
Book for Paper Lovers: Color Your World
From the creators of wildly popular Flow magazine, the Book for Paper Lovers is a stationery enthusiast's dream, brimming from cover to cover with beautiful paper and Flow's signature goodies. Paper gives us that same good feeling that our birthday did when we were children. It's the perfect craft medium that doesn't involve stress or screens--something we need more and more in this digital age. You can feel it, hold it, fold it. Write or draw on it, cut it up, or keep it. From the creators of Flow, the Book for Paper Lovers: Color Your World is a true celebration of everything paper, filled with patterns, illustrations, and images by illustrators from all over the world. It's both a gorgeous object and a book--leaf through it, savor it, tear out the pages to share with friends, or simply enjoy them yourself. What's included: Patterned paper Stickers Notebook Coupon booklet Wrapping paper Envelopes And much more!
Salt Glazing
Salt glazing, with its distinctive "orange peel" surface, has long attracted both ceramicists and collectors. In his new book, well-known potter Phil Rogers looks at all the aspects of this very special glazing technique. Salt Glazing covers the history of salt glazing and the technical considerations--particularly kilns--that set this form of glazing apart from all other studio ceramics. Rogers also showcases the work of such leading salt glaze artists as Byron Temple, Jeff Oestrich, and Hans and Birgette Borjenson. Beautifully illustrated, Salt Glazing is a must for students, professional potters, and collectors of studio ceramics who enjoy the wonderful surface textures this popular medium makes possible.
Make Your Own Animal Friends
Discover how to sew your own charming cloth animal dolls with this beautiful book. Doll-making can be simple and spontaneous, or it can be very detailed and even, to be honest, sort of fiddly. There are endless approaches to doll-making, from the basic to the complicated, each with its own joys and challenges. This book will walk you through the first steps from imagining a design to showing you how to add personality to your animal characters. Featuring patterns for a bunny rabbit, owl, cat, dog, bear, monkey, fox, kitten, and mouse ­- stitch up your own menagerie of fabric friends to gift or keep. The projects range in difficulty, allowing you to build on your skills as your progress through the pages of this book. Mix-and-match designs to personalise your you own dolls and create a basic wardrobe with simple, cute clothing patterns to sew and accessorise your makes. Doll-maker and designer, Katia Ferris provide expert guidance, helping you to sew confidently from scratch. Packed with stunning lifestyle photography and step-by-step illustrations, this book covers everything you need to bring your own animal characters to life.
Amazing Glaze Food-Safe Recipes
Create stunning, food-safe glazes for functional pottery. Take your ceramics to the next level with Amazing Glaze Food-Safe Recipes, the essential guide for potters who want to create beautiful, functional pieces designed for everyday use. A collaboration between noted potter and author Gabriel Kline and chemist Bill Collins, PhD, this unique book explores the science of glaze formulation, explaining essential testing techniques, equipment, and materials, demystifying the science of food-safe ceramics while empowering artists with reliable, studio-friendly methods. Discover a variety of recipes, techniques, and tips for creating vibrant colors, unique textures, and glossy or matte finishes--all tested for safety and reliability in functional pottery. Comprehensive guidance on glaze safety: Learn essential information about toxic materials, leaching, and testing glazes for food use.Step-by-step tutorials: From mixing and applying glazes to troubleshooting common issues, this book covers every stage of the process.More than 100 beautiful food-safe glaze recipes and combinations: Tested and approved finishes suitable for mid- and high-fire temperatures and clays.Inspiration from master ceramists: Explore stunning examples of food-safe pottery to spark your creativity.Whether you're a beginner looking to make your first food-safe bowl or an experienced potter wanting to expand your glaze library, Amazing Glaze Food-Safe Recipes will become your go-to resource for creating ceramics that are as functional as they are beautiful. The Mastering Ceramics series is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today's top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions. Also available from the series: Amazing Glaze, Mastering Hand Building, Mastering Kilns and Firing, and Mastering the Potter's Wheel.
365 Days of Art in Color
365 Days of Art in Color is a celebratory collection of daily art prompts that will help readers embrace using color in their art, whatever their skill level. Lorna Scobie encourages readers to look at color afresh and not be afraid to use it boldly and playfully, as it can bring so much creative joy. Each activity falls into one of four categories: learn, play, observe, and feel, designed to cater to whatever creative mood may strike! The book also includes simple information on color theory and different art materials, including pens, paints, and pastels to help readers make the most of any activity. 365 Days of Art in Color will help readers free their creativity and discover how color can make a splash in their work wherever they are on their artistic journey.
Dress Up Chappell
Dress up your favorite pop diva with this press and play paper doll book. Featuring 12 H-O-T-T-O-G-O looks - from the all-green Lady Liberty moment at the 2024 Gov Ball, to the jawdropping vintage Jean-Paul Gautier Degas-inspired gown on the Grammy's red carpet - Dress Up Chappell takes you through the very best of the beloved Mid-West Princess' fashion moments. With beautifully illustrated, press-out outfits and a sturdy Chappell mannequin, this paper doll book is the ultimate collector's item for Chappell fans and couture lovers alike.
Ceramics: A Lifelong Passion
Peter Siemssen, a creative businessman, is the driving force behind this entirely personal publication - a book inspired by his profound knowledge of the subject as well as his passion. Siemssen presents a selection of works from his important ceramic collection against a backdrop of decades of experience and encounters with the most important contemporary ceramicists. Arranged geographically, the book presents Japanese, German, Scandinavian, Western European, North American and Mediterranean ceramics in a broad range of significant works. The high point is the work of Gilbert Portanier, with whom Peter Siemssen has had particularly close artistic contacts and ties of friendship. Documentary photographs faithfully reproducing the works lead into interpretative texts, artist biographies and Peter Siemssen's entertaining reminiscences to provide access to art ceramics in the latter half of the 20th century. Distinguished specialists in the field contribute essays on various aspects of the subject. A selection of the artists include; Gilbert Portanier (France), Karin Bablok (Germany), Hans-Theo Baumann (Germany), Antje Br羹ggemann-Breckwoldt (Germany), Nino Caruso (Italy), Antoni Cumella (Spain), Elisabeth Fritsch (England), Dorothy Hafner (USA), Shoji Hamada (Japan), Bernhard Leach (England), Stig Lindberg (Sweden), Sonngard Marcks (Germany), Ren矇e Reichenbach (Germany), Lucie Rie (England), Ursula and Karl Scheid (Germany), Tatsuzo Shimaoka (Japan), and Bj繹rn Wiinblad (Denmark).
The Easy Guide to Machine Quiltmaking
The complete beginner's guide to machine quilting, from best-selling author, Carolyn Forster. Discover 1 classic quilt block worked 30 different ways, for a cohesive range of inspiring, beginner-friendly designs! Carolyn has taught hundreds of beginners to quilt, and this book follows her tried-and-tested teaching method for getting started. Using one classic block design (the Sawtooth Star), a multitude of inspiring techniques and a clever use of fabric, she shows you how to sew over 30 different star blocks with ease. Build up your skills as you go, and create a stunning and unique heirloom quilt to be proud of. SKILL-BUILDING STRUCTURE: Each of the 30 blocks introduces a new patchwork technique that's more challenging than the last to build your skills gradually. From the simple Four Patch and Flying Geese units through to the brain-testing Split Quarter Square Triangles, you'll cover core patchwork methods that are essential for making your first quilt, and will be invaluable for quilts in years to comeCOMPLETE QUILTING GUIDE: Once you've made up your star blocks, discover how to put them together. There's advice on different layout options; adding strips ("sashing" or "coping strips"); squares ("posts") and borders; quilting; attaching binding; labelling; and much moreMIX AND MATCH DESIGN: All the blocks in the book are 12-inch square, so it's easy to mix and match your favorite motifs to create your own unique quilt. And, with just a few quick-to-learn math formulas, Carolyn shows you how to sew any size quilt you like for even more tailoring potentialCarolyn's friendly, tried-and-tested techniques make this the perfect beginner's introduction to quilting.
Mosaic Secrets
Learn the secrets to creating great mosaics with 17 exciting projects suitable for makers of all levels. In this attractive project-led book, artist Becky Paton imparts the secrets she has learned about making mosaics across two decades. Through these step-by-step projects - including mirrors, coasters, wreaths and disco balls - you too can master the art of mosaic design, working with ceramic and glass tiles, fossils, glitter and other materials, and setting pieces using grout, concrete and resin. An advanced section on portraiture then helps you to perfect eyes, mouths and skin tones, and special advice is given on working with schools and communities. Whether you aspire to a large wall-mounted piece or just fancy adding a few sparkly highlights to your garden, this is the perfect guide to all things mosaic!
The Ultimate Origami Book
The Ultimate Origami Book - Fold, Create, Explore! Unfold your creativity with The Ultimate Origami Book! Perfect for both beginners and experienced folders, this comprehensive guide features 39 beautiful traditional and contemporary origami projects. With clear, step-by-step instructions and detailed diagrams, you'll be guided through each fold with ease. 39 Origami Projects - Includes both classic and modern designs Action-Packed Folds - Create a transforming ninja star, moving fireworks, an infinity cube, and a magic ball 115 Colorful Origami Papers - Ready to use, no prep required Clear Instructions & Diagrams - Easy-to-follow for folders of all levels Whether you're new to paper folding or looking to sharpen your skills, this book offers hours of fun and creative exploration for all ages!
Candle Whimsy
A beginner's guide to making candles of all types, featuring bold curves and unusual shapes. Learn the basics of candle making, then use your skills to color outside the proverbial lines. This clear, colorful guide focuses on ways to add eye-catching visual movement to candles. Author Anna Dykhoff, who also designs interiors and film sets, explains how her set-planning needs led to her passion for wax: The opportunities for creative variation are endless! First, learn in-depth candle-making basics. Next, master 5 techniques: dipping, casting, building, shaping, and dyeing. The 23 projects encourage you to shape your candles in unexpected ways. Twisted, spiraled, angling in striking directions? It's all up to you. This handbook is perfect for crafters who love bending the rules to express their own style. - The 23 projects allow candles to shine with curves, twists, sculpture, and other ways to level up and personalize this craft. Projects include a candle crown; candles that are twisted balls, multiple branch, spiraling, color-marbleized, and more; even wax vases and handmade birthday candles. Some take less than 10 minutes to complete; others are more advanced. - A fresh design aesthetic for today's makers. The author's innovative, whimsical designs transform this craft into an ultra-contemporary, expressive new favorite. - Focuses on natural, sustainable materials. Anna explains ways to source your wax and wicks wisely, and their environmental impact inside and outside the home. The projects use beeswax or stearin wax (a vegan option), plus cotton wicks. - Repurposes everyday materials that readers probably have lying around the home, such as glass jars, toilet paper rolls, and crayon wax. - Teaches dyeing and coloring methods using either purchased wax pigments or crayons: dyeing wax, dip painting in a water bath, and marbleizing.
Bark Craft
Birch bark is a versatile natural material that has been used for millennia to create both practical and decorative crafts, but it remains popular due to its sustainability, and ubiquity. Using the amazing properties and unique aesthetic expression of birch bark, discover the basics of bark crafting--everything from where and when to find the best material in the forest to how to pick and store it. You'll learn traditional birch bark crafting techniques such as weaving and braiding, but also more-modern and unconventional techniques such as birch bark origami. In this useful and informative volume, you'll find 14 bark craft projects with complete step-by-step instructions, photographs, and helpful diagrams. You'll make practical and beautiful bark pieces using weaving, joining, and folding techniques: baskets handbags backpacks wallets accessory cases lampshades beads for jewelry and more! A must-have for any crafter who wants to branch out into exploring the fascinating world of crafting with bark!
Stamping on Wood
Want to create decorative wooden keepsakes without breaking a sweat? Expert designer Katja Falkenburger shows you everything you need to know about stamping wood by hand. The only tools you need are chisels, stamps, and a mallet. Wood stamping is exciting because, unlike metal or paper, wood does not offer a uniform background; the natural design elements found in wood, such as grain, color gradients, cracks, or annual rings, can be incorporated into your stamped-wood creations. This book focuses on stamping techniques that will inspire you to make your own stamped creations that bring out the inherent beauty of your wood. The book covers stamping tools; types of wood and how well they stamp; 10+ stamping techniques, including vertical, angled, cut, and press stamping; using templates and outlines for your designs; how the texture, grain, and color of your wood influences your designs; and finishing treatments and techniques. By following the techniques outlined in this comprehensive volume, you'll be able to create your own stamped-wood craft and enhance the beauty of any wooden object!
Amanda Jane Jones Wrapping Paper: Shapes and Patterns
A collection of gorgeous wrapping papers featuring bold and bright patterns by designer Amanda Jane Jones. Vibrant, bold, and colorful, these wrapping papers from beloved graphic designer and author Amanda Jane Jones are perfect for any occasion, any time of the year. Inspired by the artist's fascination with shapes and their interplay, each pattern proclaims just one thing--joy. The joy of giving, the joy of receiving. 12 illustrated sheets (1-sided) Sheets fold out to 18-7/8" ? 25-3/4" 25 gift tag stickers
Amanda Jane Jones Wrapping Paper: Florals
A collection of gorgeous wrapping papers featuring colorful floral patterns by designer Amanda Jane Jones. Vibrant, bold, and colorful, these wrapping papers from beloved graphic designer and author Amanda Jane Jones are perfect for any occasion, any time of the year. Inspired by the natural beauty of flowers, each pattern proclaims just one thing--joy. The joy of giving, the joy of receiving. 12 illustrated sheets (1-sided) Sheets fold out to 18-7/8" ? 25-3/4" 25 gift tag stickers
The Halloween Collection
"Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new." - Albert EinsteinAmusing stories of costuming successes- and lessons -alongside fabulous images of cosplay creations, "The Halloween Collection" is loaded with useful tips for making costumes and cosplays, designed to help makers of all skill levels in their costuming journey! Laura Meyer, author of "The Victorian Collection: Advanced Costuming Techniques" branches out beyond sewing in her second book, covering skills like prepping 3D printed pieces, fabric painting and dyeing, and working with wigs and headpieces, among many others. Featuring special contributions in FIVE chapters by industry professionals, providing additional insight and helping reduce your learning curve as you delve into these new skill sets.
850 Free-Motion Quilting Designs
Finish your quilts with 850 stunning continuous line free-motion designs! Discover endless inspiration in this stunning encyclopedia of 850 continuous-line free-motion quilting designs! From charming and playful to intricate and mesmerizing, there's a design for every quilt project. Explore 350 allover, meandering, and border designs, plus 500 graphic and scenic motifs that are perfect for adding personality and flair to your quilt. With so many designs to choose from, you'll be ready for each stitch to tell the story of your quilting journey! Pull from an extensive collection of designs; featuring all over and pictorial patterns there is something for everyone Play with the distinctive narrative design style of Laura Lee Fritz, who inspires quilters to tell their own stories through fabric and thread, whether that be in continuous-line quilting or embroidery Designs range from narrative, playful, and adorable, to majestic, detailed, and hypnotizing ensuring there's something for every project and quilter's vision
The Quilting Book
The ultimate guide to quilting, from the first cut to the final stitch. The Quilting Book contains everything you need to know to create your own stunning quilt designs. This essential guide includes more than 200 step-by-step techniques, from measuring and cutting to quilting and binding, along with different styles including improv and foundation paper piecing. Once you have practiced the basics, try out your newfound skills with 13 quilting projects, or design your own with 85 classic pattern blocks. Whether you're curious about quilting but don't know where to start, or an experienced quilter looking for a handy reference as you build on your skills, The Quilting Book makes it easy to create quilts that will be loved for a lifetime.
16 Cross Stitch Easter Patterns
These sixteen Easter and spring counted cross stitch patterns were created with a soft pastel palette. Repeating colors from one pattern to the next create a cohesive look for wall d矇cor, quilting projects, jar lids, or gifts. Instructions are clear and easy to follow, making these patterns perfect for beginning cross stitchers as well as quick projects for more advanced stitchers. Each pattern includes: (a) DMC embroidery floss color codes, (b) 1-page black and white counted cross stitch pattern each project, and (c) backstitching details. General Pattern Information: Hoppy Easter - 4.1" by 3.2"; 1,809 stitches; 11 colors; Brown Bunny - 2.8" by 3"; 1,088 stitches; 13 colors; Sleeping Bunny - 3.2" by 2.8"; 1621 stitches; 16 colors; Chick in a Nest - 3" by 3"; 1,191 stitches; 12 colors; Chick in Spring Bonnet - 2.9" by 3"; 1,670 stitches, 14 colors; Gray Bunny - 2.7" by 3"; 1,228 stitches; 14 colors; Rainbow Easter Egg - 1.3" by 1.7"; 353 stitches; 6 colors; Three Bunnies - 2" by 1.2"; 284 stitches; 4 colors; Hatching Chick - 1.2" by 1.7"; 326 stitches; 7 colors; Yellow Lilly - 2" by 2"; 517 stitches; 6 colors; Easter Basket - 1.5" by 1.7"; 434 stitches, 9 colors; Brown Bunny - 1.5" by 2"; 351 stitches; 9 colors; Easter Cross - 1.3" by 1.6"; 275 stitches; 10; "He is Risen" - 1.8" by 1.5"; 158 stitches; 7 colors; Yellow Chick with Bow - 2" by 1.7"; 390 stitches; 6 colors; Pink Flower - 1.7" by 1.1"; 283 stitches; 6 colors
Origami Blue & White Shibori Paper Pack Book
256 sheets of colorful origami paper in a convenient tear-out pad! This origami paper pack from Tuttle Publishing includes 256 sheets of double-sided paper with traditional blue and white designs with a shibori print. Each sheet stays securely in place until you're ready to fold, thanks to the easy tear-out design--no loose or crumpled papers to worry about. Origami Blue & White Shibori Paper Pack Book includes: 256 double-sided 6-inch folding papers16 unique designs, with a solid color on the reverse side13 pages of full-color instructions with origami tips and tricksStep-by-step directions for folding 8 origami modelsShibori is a hand-dyeing technique from Japan that typically involves folding, twisting or bunching cloth to create a unique pattern--sort of like an ancient form of tie-dye.
Creative Sketchbook Magic
30 quick and cute art lessons for beginners! For readers who have collected ALL the art supplies and want to get creative but feel stumped about what to draw or how to paint, this book is their new best friend! Join international art influencer and author Viddhi Saschit as she demystifies the basics of drawing, watercolor, and gouache, providing budding artists with the skills to work confidently across different media. At the heart of the book are 30 step-by-step tutorials that are as charming as they are instructive. Designed to fit into the daily routine, each project can be completed in less than 30 minutes. The book also includes 100 additional prompts to inspire continuous creativity. Readers will learn to create art daily and discover the magic of making art in their sketchbooks!
Medieval Ephemera Book
Are you itching to create some awesome collages but not sure where to begin? Look no further than the Medieval Ephemera Book! This book is packed with 25 sheets of paper art, including colorful illustrations of Castle, People and more! You don't need to dig through old magazines or destroy your favorite books to find the perfect images. Whether you're a newbie or just looking to try something different, this book is perfect for you. You can make mood boards, inspiration pieces, artist trading cards, or even your own unique wall art. The sky's the limit! So don't wait any longer. Grab your scissors, glue, and unleash your inner creativity with Medieval Ephemera Book! Who is this for, you ask?It's the perfect gift for anyone looking to experiment with beautiful and amazing ephemeral images to cut out and collage. Plus, collage is making a comeback among artists and hobbyists who are searching for a fun and calming activity that produces a stunning finished product. So come on, let's join the fun and create something beautiful! You will love using the Amazing Ephemera Pages from this book for: >Junk Journaling >Scrapbooking >Card Making >Art Journals >Collage Projects >Paper Crafting
Brain Games - Sticker by Number: Winter Wonderland
Get into the holiday spirit with Sticker by Number - Winter Wonderland!Enjoy 10 cozy winter scenes of birds in hats and scarves, mugs filled with cocoa, winter plants, deer, and more. Puzzle designs range in difficulty. An answer key at the back lets you see the image you're working towards.Perforated pages allow you to tear out pages and frame them for use as holiday d矇cor!Includes 10 sticker sheets.Made for adults, but kids and teens can enjoy as well!A great stocking stuffer! - 7 x 7 inches.Similar to color or paint by number, this sticker activity book features designs that are divided into spaces, each with a number that corresponds to a sticker. Find the sticker, peel it, and place it in the right space. Watch as a full colored image emerges from the original unfinished illustration.
