Crafts & Hobbies - Reference

An encyclopedia of expertise, showing how to do everything from making paper airplanes to solving a riddle.With this book by their side, every curious child will gain a dazzling range of skills for real-life adventures, from practical skills (such as how to read a...

Learning to embroider has never been easier! An accessible introduction to embroidery, How to Embroider is for absolute beginners. Simple-to-follow projects teach the basic skills and techniques of this fun and creative craft. Those new to embroidery will learn everything they need to get...

Learning to knit has never been easier! An accessible introduction to knitting, How to Knit is for absolute beginners. Simple-to-follow projects teach the basic skills and techniques of this fun and creative craft. Beginners will learn all the essentials, from how to hold needles,...

From zines you can fold in a minute to luxurious leather journals and sumptuous sketchbooks, How to Make Books will walk you through the easy basics of bookmaking. Whether you're a writer, a scrapbooker, a political activist, or a postcard collector, let book artist...

A favorite indoor-outdoor flower adorns the summer in colorful bursts of petals.Perhaps the most abundantly blooming plant, hydrangeas have captivated gardeners and cultivators alike with their old-fashioned charm and tantalizing colors. From late spring to early autumn, they burst from the ends of stems...

An empowering guide to creative renewal and change, rooted in the belief that crafting can return us to our shared humanity and ignite a quiet revolution shaped by our own two hands. "This radiant handbook is hope made doable." --Mari Andrew, New York Times...

Rigid-heddle weaving is simple to learn, is easy to master, and offers a lifetime of possibilities to discover! Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom covers everything rigid-heddle weavers need to know about the craft, from the basics -- how to select a loom, set...

What fun! This coloring book from renowned designer and best-selling author John Derian, features 20 images from his beloved collection of florals. Color the world of John Derian! World-renowned designer, artist, and author John Derian returns with yet another gorgeous, giftable, and interactive tome....

It's manga - but even cuter! Master the art of drawing kawaii characters with YouTube sensation and manga expert Mei Yu From adorable animals to chubby chibis, Kawaii Drawing School features 50 step-by-step tutorials covering every possible type of kawaii cuteness. In this "aww"-inspiring...

A brand new stitch dictionary from the author of the wildly popular, AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary. KnitOvation includes more than 150 brand new colorwork motifs to expand knitters' creative possibilities and draw them further into the world of stranded knitting with clever, quirky, and beautiful...

Learn how to stitch a timeless collection of 22 garments for babies and toddlers with the help of this expert guide. Danish knitwear designer Lotte Rahbek will show you how to create 22 beautiful, practical knits for little ones. Small and quick to knit,...

A popular knitwear designer shows you how to knit a cowlette using a foolproof formula--accessible to all skill levels. Whether you're looking for warmth on a winter day or an elegant and airy accent for a summer evening outfit, there's a cowlette for that!...

Knitting Cozy will have yarn-lovers daydream about a slow-paced life as stitch by stitch they work up gorgeous, sweaters, accessories, and throws. Each design combines the calming release knitting offers with the simple pleasure of an authentic cabin lifestyle. Patterns are presented for both...

Every knitter takes a different approach, and this revolutionary guide fosters experimentation and self-expression. Author Anna Zilboorg defies the notion of a one-size-fits-all teaching method, assuring readers that the techniques most comfortable and intuitive for individual knitters are always correct. Her explorations of the...

This must-have knitting book for beginners features easy-to-follow patterns, clear photographs, and step-by-step instructions for essential techniques like cast on stitches and blocking finished projects.Previously published as The Beginners Guide to Knitting, this popular book has been given a completely new and updated look....

Take your knits to the next level with this essential guide to the brioche stitch from a world-renowned expert. In her groundbreaking knitting book, world-renowned brioche knitting expert Nancy Marchant works brioche - a versatile European stitch that creates a luxurious, reversible ribbed fabric...

From the lighthouses of Maine to the pine forests of Washington and the wheat fields of Kansas - knit unique beanies inspired by the beauty of the natural treasures, state symbols, and distinctive landmarks of each state in the union. Whether it's a corn...

More Than 1,000 Stunning Knives in Full Color! Brought to you by the publishers of BLADE Magazine and now in its 47th year, this 2027 edition of "The World's Greatest Knife Book" is the annual showcase of the most remarkable custom and factory-manufactured knives...

Materials And Apparatus - Varieties And Defects Of Glass - Devitrification - Annealing Glass - Blowpipe And Bellows - Light - Arrangement Of Exercises - General Operations - Cutting - Bending - Constricting And Flanging Tubing - Methods Of Rotation And Blowing - Elementary...

Learn weaving basics or hone your skills with this invaluable guidebook Originally published in 1984 (under the name Learning to Weave with Debbie Redding), Learning to Weave is now on the verge of its 40th Anniversary in print. This unparalleled study guide teaches readers...