Crafts & Hobbies - Folkcrafts

250 Japanese Knitting Stitches contains the original collection of knitting stitches first published by Hitomi Shida in 1996. Copies of the original Japanese edition have been jealously coveted by knitters around the world, and now Tuttle Publishing brings you this classic in English for...

This is a new corrected and revised printing of Master Blacksmith Randy McDaniel's introductory book which has sold over 35,000 copies to date. Virtually every task beginning and intermediate blacksmiths must master is presented in this excellent book. Over 400 detailed drawings help increase...

This Adult Swear Word Coloring Book features Sweary Mary and her friends words. 44 pages to color in total with 22 unique designs. 22 coloring pages show Mary and her rude friends cursing and 22 of them have blank captions so you can invent...

The perfect book for cat-loving crocheters! We all know there's nothing a cat can't be or do. With Amigurumi Cats as your crochet guide, a cat can become a brooch you can wear, a small pouch for your belongings, a little mascot to keep...

Sweep in the Magic of the Natural World The witch's broom is one of the most loved magical tools, but not many practitioners know how to craft their very own from scratch. Chelsea Townsend and Gypsey Elaine Teague delve into the lore, magic, and...

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...

Get cozy with 62 all-new pieces featuring Teresa Goodridge's adorable gnomes in sweet, snuggly scenes, plus delightful patterns on the back side of each drawing. This joyful collection of charming, highly detailed illustrations show gnomes sipping tea, cuddling in warm blankets, relaxing in reading...

A visual journey of Caribbean art profiling more than 60 contemporary Caribbean artists, curated by award winning multidisciplinary artist and textile surface designer, Malene Barnett​. Through powerful interviews with more than 60 artists and designers of Caribbean heritage, accompanied by gorgeous photographs, Crafted Kinship...

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. "Shimmers with love for a dwindling world of meticulous, patient labour...

Make Your Own, Amazing Moving Art!Have you ever wanted to create your own moving-part toy or mechanism but weren't sure where to start? Now you can easily build fascinating kinetic structures and simple machines with this do-it-yourself guide to making art in motion. Master...

Discover how to turn common weeds into beautiful and useful objects with this fresh, sustainable approach to basket making. Delia Fian, renowned craftsperson and rewilder, invites you to gather what grows wildly around you and create items you can wear, carry and use. From...

First published in 1972, The Foxfire Book was a surprise bestseller that brought Appalachia's philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers. Whether you wanted to hunt game, bake the old-fashioned way, or learn the art of successful moonshining, The Foxfire Museum...

"Portions of this book first appeared in Foxfire magazine"--T.p. verso.Author: Foxfire Fund IncPublisher: Anchor BooksPublished: 11/01/1977Pages: 496Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 1.23lbsSize: 9.22h x 6.04w x 1.32dISBN: 9780385120876About the AuthorThe Foxfire Fund is a nonprofit organization that has been preserving and fostering Appalachian culture through its...

First published in 1972, The Foxfire Book was a surprise bestseller that brought Appalachia's philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers. Whether you wanted to hunt game, bake the old-fashioned way, or learn the art of successful moonshining, The Foxfire Museum...

First published in 1972, The Foxfire Book was a surprise bestseller that brought Appalachia's philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers. Whether you wanted to hunt game, bake the old-fashioned way, or learn the art of successful moonshining, The Foxfire Museum...

Perfect the gift of giving. The only modern, practical guide to the ancient art of Japanese gift wrapping. Discover how to use Furoshiki - beautiful, reusable wrapping cloth, to make gift-giving extra special and joyful, and kinder to the planet too. In Japan, gift-giving...

Brighten up your everyday with 37 vibrant and inspiring granny square projects. With just a crochet hook, a few balls of yarn, and granny square patterns in different shapes and sizes, you can create all manner of fabulous projects for your wardrobe and home....

Cute and cuddly amigurumi animals created with your own hands! Basic patterns, easy-to-follow instructions, detailed diagrams and simple supplies -- this essential guide shares everything you need to create 35 different crocheted creatures. Make a memorable keepsake for a friend or crochet your own...

"Step away from the screens and immerse yourself in the timeless craft of leatherworking. Let loose your creativity and make your hands tell a story."Are you someone who believes: Working by hand makes you feel happy & content. Anyone at any age can learn...

Searching for that one book that can take you on an adventurous journey to making lovely leathercraft projects? If this is you, then read on... For those that are new to this craft, leather crafting involves the cutting, molding, painting, dyeing, finishing, and waxing...