Best of
Crafts

2003

The Embroidery Stitch Bible


Betty Barnden - 2003
    From basic cross-stitch and chain stitch to more complicated couching, laid work, and drawn thread work, this is the stitch bible for embroiderers wishing to improve their technique and add new dimensions to their work. Stitches are arranged according to their use, including outlines, filling stitches, isolated stitches, motifs, edgings, hems, insertions, flat stitches, backgrounds, and textures. Concealed spiral binding allows embroiderers to read and practice simultaneously.- 200 photographed stitches accompanied by 400 illustrations- Stitch selector for easy reference to all 200 stitches- Glossary of embroidery stitches and techniques

Felt Wee Folk: Enchanting Projects


Salley Mavor - 2003
    Ideal for dollmakers, quilters, embroiderers, and crafters of every skill level. Important Note about PRINT ON DEMAND Editions: You are purchasing a print on demand edition of this book. This book is printed individually on uncoated (non-glossy) paper with the best quality printers available. The printing quality of this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated. The information presented in this version is the same as the latest edition. The original version of this book came with a CD. You can access the full content of this CD online at C&T's website.

The Everything Soapmaking Book


Alicia Grosso - 2003
    and sell your creations (Everything®) Create beautiful, natural soaps without leaving home! Ever wonder what's really in your store-bought soap? Once you start making your own soap, you'll never have to wonder again! The Everything Soapmaking Book, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive guide to making all kinds of soap, whether you want to decorate your home or pamper your or your family's skin. Homemade soap is not only an easy project for any level craft lover, but it's beautiful, too! Completely revised and updated with information on natural and organic ingredients, this easy-to-use guide shows you how to: Choose the right soapmaking equipment Blend colors and aromatic scents Create all kinds of soap, from bath soap to facial cleanser Make soaps for holidays and special occasions You'll also learn how to beautifully package your soaps and sell them at farmers' markets, local retail outlets, and online craft sites. With these simple-to-follow recipes, stunning photographs, and expert tips and advice, you'll be a soapmaking expert in no time!

The Ultimate Sourcebook of Knitting and Crochet Stitches


Eleanor Van Zandt - 2003
    900+ vivid photos & illustrations.

Still Stripping After 25 Years


Eleanor Burns - 2003
    Stroll down memory lane with photos and stories of good times, good friends, and beautiful quilts. "Still Stripping" is a collection of 12 quilt patterns, some traditional, some contemporary. The patterns are based on 2.5" fabric strips, which have become Eleanor's trademark. As an added feature, most patterns have complete yardage and cutting charts for all five quilt sizes. The book, with over 200 pages in full color, has fully illustrated, step-by-step directions for the patterns and features Eleanor's latest fabric line, "Yours Truly" from Benartex, Inc. Each quilt includes a convenient chart with each fabric color name and number for easy identification."Still Stripping - After 25 Years" is sure to become a collectors item, for the fun, easy quilt patterns, photographs, and stories of Eleanor's first 25 years!

The Complete Book of Sewing


Chris Jeffreys - 2003
    Packed with modern computer-aided designs, cutting-edge advice on tools, supplies, and fabrics as well as a new, inspirational fabric gallery, and hundreds of specially commissioned full-color step-by-step photographs--the book maintains its original appeal, while enticing a whole new generation of readers.

Creative Sketches for Scrapbooking


Becky Higgins - 2003
    The 52 sketches, instantly recognizable as Becky's clean, classic style, give you a new design to sample each week of the year! This must-have book is divided into sections according to how many photos you have to scrap—saving you time! If you have six photos, flip to the six photos layout section and glean inspiration from layouts crafted by Becky and readers. 162 pagesYou'll get: 52 sketches in Becky's signature style. Tips on becoming a "sketch" artist from Becky. A recipe for perfect pages every time!

The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook


Maggy Howarth - 2003
    Appropriate as a coffee table book and an instructive text; beginner and pro alike will not be disappointed." " -- B and B, Washington State Nursery and Landscape AssociationMaggy Howarth is one of the world's foremost pebble mosaic experts, known for the innovative traditional and contemporary designs she has used to create outdoor mosaics around the world.This new edition is updated, revised and expanded by 32 pages to incorporate many new inspirational designs from the author's studio, Cobblestone Designs, including an experiment in 3-D, spirals and roundels, and large mosaic designs for community spaces. There is also a special section that explores pebble mosaics as a decorative art throughout history.The book provides practical step-by-step instructions for creating mosaics using traditional and modern materials, tools and techniques. The 400 beautiful color photographs and illustrations offer inspiration and make this a stunning how-to book and wish-book.The sections and their chapters are:Core Techniques The basic principles of mosaic In-situ techniques Precast technique Using the computer to make patterns New developments in pebble mosaicAround the World Pebble mosaic traditions from around the world Contemporary pebble mosaicistsGazetteer of Design Ideas and Templates by Maggy Howarth Allover patterns; Chinese allover patterns; interlacing patterns; allover centrical designs; borders; stars; sun and moon; spiral, cross and maze; human figures; mythological figures and anthropomorphic creatures; stick figures; animals; reptiles and fish; birds; insects; flowers; trees; other suitable subjects.

Sew Any Fabric: A Quick Reference to Fabrics from A to Z


Claire B. Shaeffer - 2003
    In this handy, easy-to-follow reference, she guides you through all the basics while providing hints, tips, and suggestions base don her 20-plus years as a college instructor, pattern designers, and author.In each concise chapter, Claire shares fabric facts, design ideas, workroom secrets, and her sewing checklist, as well as her sewability classification to advice you on the difficulty of sewing each fabric. Color photographs offer further ideas. The succeeding sections offer sewing techniques and advice on needles, threads, stabilizers, and interfacings. Claire's unique fabric/fiber dictionary cross-reference over 600 additional fabrics.An invaluable reference for any one who sews, "Sew Any Fabric" provides practical, clear information for novices and inspiration for more experienced sewers who are looking for new ideas and techniques.

Unexpected Knitting


Debbie New - 2003
    The designs emanate from an extraordinary mind, ... but the author has written out detailed and comprehensive instructions for the rest of us. Some designs include: Form knitting, Scribble Lace, Swirl, Sculptural, Virtual, Cellular Automaton and Labyrinth knitting.

Incense: Crafting & Use of Magickal Scents


Carl F. Neal - 2003
    "Incense "is your complete guide to making your own homemade blends. Master incense maker Carl F. Neal has created dozens of unique incense recipes-and includes easy conversion tables for different systems of measurement so your recipes will turn out just right every time! Whether you want to burn incense for meditation, magic, or just to enjoy its luxurious fragrance, "Incense" has all the information you need to start crafting your own sweet-smelling scents.

Traditional Fair Isle Knitting


Sheila McGregor - 2003
    Fair Isle's unusual technique employs two colors in each row; the wool not in use is stranded along the back in short loops, resulting in an extremely warm and weatherproof double fabric.In this definitive guide, the author shows how any circular-method knitting technique can yield the popular Fair Isle patterns. Its treasury of designs features more than 70 pages of patterns that can be used for mittens, jerseys, jackets, and hats. In addition, its practical advice on designing garments and the use of color offers valuable assistance to knitters who wish to create their own patterns and seek the inspiration for an endless array of variations and adaptations.Long out of print, this volume is well known as the best source of authentic Fair Isle patterns. Its republication offers a new generation of knitters a reliable resource for projects in the traditional and much-loved style. 31 halftones and 17 color illustrations.

The Embroidery Stitch Bible


Various - 2003
    Fashions in embroidery styles come and go, but the basic stitches and techniques remain the same. This book will meet the needs of all embroiderers, and encourage an exploration of the craft in a creative, imaginative way. Follow the diagrams and instructions in this beautifully illustrated book to discover the wonderful variety of effects that can be created on fabric with just a needle and thread and discover, or rediscover, the sensuous, tactile, wearable art of embroidery.

Mosaic Techniques Traditions: Projects Designs from Around the World


Sonia King - 2003
    The history of the art, tools and materials, and techniques come first: bases, adhesives, and grout; shaping and placing tesserae; practical and artistic design considerations; and several methods of creating the actual mosaic. Put that information to use on an array of magnificent international projects—from a Blue Willow Tray to a Rock Garden Fountain—all beautifully illustrated and with the level of difficulty noted.

Pants for Real People: Fit and Sew for Any Body


Pati Palmer - 2003
    This book highlights important sewing choices, including choosing fabrics, selecting appropriate alteration tools, and finding styles that are most flattering.

Beads of Glass: The Art and the Artists


Cindy Jenkins - 2003
    This is not a beginners book. It shows many intermediate glass beadmaking techniques. A must for any serious beadmaker.152 pages The Beads The Artists ?Emiko Sawamoto ?Kristen Frantzen Orr ?Tom Holland ?Sage ?Leah Fairbanks ?Stevi Belle ?Beth Williams ?Kristina Logan ?Pam Duggar ?Sharon Peters ?Lani Chang ?James Allen Jones ?Stephanie Sersich ?Jessica Bohus ?Lisa St. Martin ?Alethia Donathan ?Nicole Zumkeller and Eric Seydoux ?Kimberly Jo Affleck ?Janice Peacock ?Mary Gaumond ?Barbara Becker Simon ?Ofilia Cinta ?Nancy Pilgrim ?Heather Trimlett ?Beau ?Isis Ray ?Bud Mellichamp ?Pati Walton ?Rene Roberts ?Larry Scott ?Kim Wertz ?Greg Galardy ?Cheryl Spence ?Michael Mangiafico ?Kate Fowle Meleney ?Karen Ovington ?Dan Adams ?Al Janelle ?Terri Caspary Schmidt ?Kim Fields ?Diana East ?Loren Stump Techniques ?Round Round Bead ?Tapered Barrel Bead ?Batwing Bead ?Melon Bead ?Easy Heart Bead ?Precise Dot Placement ?Dot Pattern Variations ?Striped Bead ?Triangle Dot Bead ?Fish Scale Bead ?Frit Stringer ?Zig Zag Bead ?Rainbow Bead ?Petal Plunge Bead ?Floral Bead with CZs ?Stratified Star Bead ?Twisted Bubble Dot Bead ?Tiny Trails ?Spider Raked Bead ?Pulled Floral Pendant ?Landscape Bead ?Element Bead ?Webwork Bead ?Intense Black Effect ?Lapidary Bead ?Stone Bead ?Patterned Enamels ?Stenciled Powder Bead ?Engraved Enamel Bead ?Painted Bead ?Boiled Enamel Bead ?Etched Window Bead ?Aladdin Bead ?Sandblasting Variations ?Decal Button ?Linear Thin Casing ?Twisted Twistie Bead ?Fun with Palladium and Dichro ?Dicro Core Bead ?Reduced Silver Bead ?Silvered Stringer Bead * and Many More

Here Be Wyverns: Hundreds of Patterns Graphed from Medieval Sources


Nancy Spies - 2003
    

Ultimate Guide To The Perfect Word


Linda Latourelle - 2003
    It's a huge collection of sentiments and sayings, perfect for all creative cardmakers. The sentiments are organized by topic and, with more than 300 pages, you're sure to find the perfect words, sayings, and greetings for all your cards!

Quick-Strip Paper Piecing: For Blocks, Borders & Quilts


Peggy Martin - 2003
    This book is printed individually on uncoated (non-glossy) paper with the best quality printers available. The printing quality of this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated. The information presented in this version is the same as the latest edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages. If the pullout patterns are missing, please contact c&t publishing.

The Great American Aran Afghan


Knitters Magazine - 2003
    Instructions for Great American Aran Afghan as published by editor of Knitter's Magazine

Great Costumes from Classic Movies Paper Dolls: 30 Fashions by Adrian, Edith Head, Walter Plunkett and Others


Tom Tierney - 2003
    2 female figures — with separate attachable heads for each star — model exquisite gowns created for Leigh (Gone with the Wind), Turner (Ziegfeld Girl), Dietrich (Shanghai Express), others. 2 dolls and 30 full-color costumes.

The Complete Book of Papermaking


Josep AsunciĂłn Pastor - 2003
    All the technical aspects are explained in detail, with special attention to fashioning a sheet of paper, step by step. Put all this knowledge to use on ten magnificent projects, including a Palm Paper Album, a Rustic Notebook with Textured Paper, an Accordion Book, and more.

Fast, Fun and Easy Fabric Bowls: 5 Reversible Shapes to Use and Display


Linda Johansen - 2003
    The designs include the easy round bowl and the fast square bowl. All the bowls are reversible and washable and are made using regular interfacing or Timtex to provide shaping and flexibility.

Magnificent Mittens


Anna Zilboorg - 2003
    This text presents instructions for 42 fully charted mitterns that are featured.

Back Garden Seed Saving: Keeping Our Vegetable Heritage Alive


Sue Stickland - 2003
    Dwarf peas may be the easiest to grow commercially, but many gardeners still grow attractive six-foot types that taste "like peas used to taste." Whatever the benefits of modern hybrids, old varieties still have much to offer, and they are becoming hard to find.Seed saving is a surprisingly simple and hugely satisfying way to propogate your favorite varieties. In this book you will find easy-to-follow, crop by crop guidelines to help you save your own seed.Relevant to the beginner as well as the expert, "Back Garden Seed Saving" tells how and why we should join in the battle to save our irreplaceable vegetable heritage, and the reward--a kitchen full of tasty vegetables.The benefits of saving your own seedSelect plants best suited to your own growing conditionsHelp preserve our shrinking vegetable heritageBreak our dependence on multinational seed companiesSave moneyShare seed with friends, neighbors, and fellow gardener

300+ Magnets In Plastic Canvas


Dick Martin - 2003
    There are magnets to appeal to many interests and ages -- to tickle the funny bone or warm the heart. Stitchers can even celebrate the seasons and holidays with clever designs from noted designers such as Dick Martin, Ann Townsend, and Polly Carbonari. Over 310 projects are included along with color charts and clear, easy-to-follow instructions that make it simple for stitchers of all levels to achieve excellent results.

Food Displays: Step By Step Instructions For Over 40 Projects (Dolls House Do It Yourself)


Sue Heaser - 2003
    The realistic-looking meals range from simple fruit, vegetables and bread to celebration food and banquets. A comprehensive section, featuring the step-by-step techniques of working with polymer clay, involves shaping the clay, mixing colours, texturing and finally, baking it. The necessary tools and materials are also detailed, as well as how to put them to their most effective use. Colour photographs show the finished items and display ideas and instruction are given, from bread baskets to a complete table setting.

Celtic Knots: Mastering the Traditional Patterns


Aidan Meehan - 2003
    Aidan Meehan's new book provides step-by-step instruction for anyone who wants to master the traditional methods of freehand Celtic knot design and then progress to designing fresh knotwork patterns and variations. First, Meehan carefully and clearly explains how to draw the basic knot. Once that technique has been mastered, Meehan shows how to create designs with more complex knots, and how to draw border layouts. The book takes you through every step of the process, and exercises at the end of each unit ensure that you have mastered the techniques before you proceed to the next stage. Aidan Meehan is well known as a teacher and practitioner of Celtic design. Artists, designers, calligraphers, and craftspeople everywhere will find this book invaluable.

Debbie Brown's Magical Cakes


Debbie Brown - 2003
    There are amazing party cakes to appeal to both boys and girls, including designs for younger children such as a Mystical Castle Guarded by a Fiery Dragon and a Cute Baby Dragon.From a Star Castle, a Labyrinth and Topsy Turvy Village to Sparkling Pegasus, Beautiful Sea Witch and Wise Wizard Owl, there is an amazingly varied collection of cakes to choose from. There are even humorous cakes—enjoy a giant troll peeking out from a snow-capped mountain, an elfin-eating rock monster and fun witches dancing around a cauldron.With clear, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and photographs, and cake designs for all levels of expertise, this cake cookbook will satisfy both beginners and more experienced cake decorators.Join in the magic of these pages, and you will soon be creating party cakes to scare, surprise, delight and thrill.Cake recipes include:Pirate DreamsEmerald CityStar CastleGold MineSea WitchLabyrinth

Faux Surfaces in Polymer Clay: 30 Techniques Projects That Imitate Stones, Metals, Wood More


Irene Semanchuk Dean - 2003
    Craft gorgeous faux gemstones; fool the eye with imitation metals, including Balinese silver and verdigris copper; and copy must-have naturals, from bone to leather. Or make simulated agate, slate, and marble. You'll find information on all the types of polymer clay, from translucent ones to some with mica powder, and see how to enhance their surface with paints, inks, wax compounds, and confetti. The unusual include a handsome makeup set, lapis lazuli drawer pulls, and Opal Earrings."[A] well designed craft book...the end results dazzle."--Publishers Weekly Annex

Fashion Patternmaking Techniques Vol. 2: Women/Men. How to Make Shirts, Undergarments, Dresses and Suits, Waistcoats, Men's Jackets


Antonio Donnanno - 2003
    The book includes techniques for creating patterns for knit fabrics; basic dress blocks and how to adapt these to different fabric patterns and types of garment (for example, maternity dresses); sleeves; basic blocks for men’s vests and jackets; size grading for tops and dresses and the fundamentals of pattern layout. This manual prepares the reader to apply these concepts—along with their own intuition and creativity—to constructing patterns.

Painting with a Needle: Learning the Art of Silk Embroidery with Young Yang Chung


Young Yang Chung - 2003
    She guides readers through the fundamentals of her craft, showing readers how to paint with a needle as artisans in East Asia have for millennia.

The Cross Stitcher's Bible Project Book


Jane Greenoff - 2003
    There are over 40 designs divided into four sensational sections. Fabulous Fabrics concentrates on the beautiful effects that can be achieved by working on different fabrics; Exciting Embellishments introduces the enhancing qualities of beads, buttons and speciality threads. In Perfect Stitch Jane demonstrates how easy it is to combine other techniques with cross stitch; and, finally, Beautiful Bands shows how to combine stitches and techniques so as to create two wonderful heirloom band samplers.

Creepy Crawly Animal Origami


Duy Nguyen - 2003
    The detailed instructions are all laid out in generously sized full-color illustrations. Practice the folds: the kite, valley, mountain, squash, inside and outside reverse, and four others, to use as a base. Big bright diagrams guide children through the 14 projects, like the lobster that has quite a realistic-looking shell; eight legged grasshopper; gecko with claws and long tail; winged dragonfly; plus a scary scorpion, komodo dragon, mosquito, praying mantis, and wasp.

Super Scratch & Sketch


Kerren Barbas Steckler - 2003
    Use the special wood stylus to create shimmering pieces of original art on holographic foil and rainbow scratch-off pages. Let your imagination be the limit!

Cross Stitch Alphabets


Sue CookLucie Heaton - 2003
    Each one is skilfully designed and shown with an exciting finishing idea. Beautifully detailed alphabets for special occasions like weddings and Christmas are interspersed with quick-to-stitch alphabets where letters can be made up into last-minute birthday cards and small gifts. There are alphabets for each floral season; a seaside theme with colourful beach huts and for children bright designs featuring nursery rhyme characters, space rockets and tumbling clowns. There are beautifully crafted Art Nouveau, Celtic or Art Deco style letters.. Easy-to-follow instructions make it effortless to personalize a huge range of exciting projects, including adding initials to a towel, handkerchief and shoe bag; decorating a key ring, gift bag and trinket box; and mounting letters inside a mirror, coaster; even a fridge magnet. Designers included in this book are: Sue Cook, a top UK name, the author of Cross Stitch Inspirations and Sue Cook's Wonderful Cross Stitch Collection. Claire Crompton, for many years a designer with DMC, whose work now regularly appears in stitching magazines. Maria Diaz

The Sumi-E Dream Book: An Impressionist Approach to the Art of Japanese Brush Painting


Yolanda Mayhall - 2003
    A natural follow-up to the best-selling The Sumi-e Book, The Sumi-e Dream Book demonstrates how to take the classic brushstrokes of sumi-e to a new level of painting, where creativity is inspired by deeply felt memories and spiritual expression.First, sumi-e artist Yolanda Mayhall provides a brief history and explains the philosophy behind this classic Japanese painting style. She highlights its many masters, one of them her ancient mentor the master brush painter, woodblock, and dream journey artist Hokosai. Next, she reviews the classic materials and the basic brushstrokes of sumi-e known as the Four Gentlemen: Bamboo, Wild Orchid, Chrysanthemum, and Plum Branch, along with their variations.Finally, Mayhall puts it all together to demonstrate the sumi-e art of dream journey painting. Readers will learn a variety of creative and exciting techniques for using color to add a delightful dimension to the sumi-e image as well as discover exciting techniques for visually capturing important life memories and spiritual reflections in a painting.

Machine Quilting: A Primer of Techniques


Sue Nickels - 2003
    This must-have book will provide everything you need to know to start your journey. This reliable resource covers all aspects of beginning machine quilting. The author walks the reader through how to begin the process, no matter what kind of sewing machine you may own. In this book, you will find full definitions of all the supplies, complete explanations of techniques, help with quilting decisions, information on marking quilt tops and basting, tips on handling the bulk of quilts, and finishing options. Four practice projects will get you started.

Origami Flowers: Popular Blossoms and Creative Bouquets


Hiromi Hayashi - 2003
    With this book, you can make colorful, fancy potted flowers and ikebana out of store-bought origami paper by adding stems and leaves as shown. Paper, scissors, and imagination are all you need to decorate your home with blooming flowers of your own.

Quilling: Techniques and Inspiration


Jane Jenkins - 2003
    Easy-to-learn, delightful, decorative results, inexpensive - and fun to do, quilling is the art of rolling, scrolling, coiling and fringing narrow strips of paper to create exquisite designs.

Liquid Polymer Clay


Ann Mitchell - 2003
    Now they share their original sculpting techniques, so everyone can explore the exciting crafting opportunities offered by liquid polymer clay. Each chapter provides information on the development of the techniques and the medium or art application that inspired it. Twenty-two projects teach crafters how to combine polymer clay with beads, metal filigree and antique glass cabochons to create 11 unique jewellery and 11 home decoration items.

The Quilter's Companion: The Complete Guide to Machine and Hand Quilting


Katharine Guerrier - 2003
    The scope encompasses fabrics, equipment, quilt design, cutting and stitching techniques, patchwork and piecing, applique, sashing and borders, machine quilting, hand quilting, finishings, and the display and care of quilts. The designs range from traditional favorites (like Log Cabin) to the latest innovations (like origami quilting): More than 300 color photographs explain techniques step-by-step and showcase wonderful quilts. Both practical and inspiring, The Quilter's Companion will become the definitive resource for a widely popular craft.

The Ultimate Book of Knots: More than Two-Hundred Practical and Decorative Knots


Peter Owen - 2003
    THE ULTIMATE BOOK OF KNOTS is a collection of previous knot books by Peter Owen. It contains hundreds of knots, including: - Camping knots - Sailing knots - Fishing Knots - Climbing knots - Decorative knots With black and white illustrations, and clear tying instructions, this book will be the perfect companion for outdoorsmen and craftsmen.

The Knitting Experience: Book 2: The Purl Stitch


Sally Melville - 2003
    Teaches the techniques of knitting, including materials, equipment, stitches, increasing and decreasing, and preventing and fixing mistakes, and includes patterns for dozens of projects.

The Crafter's Design Library Celtic


Chris Down - 2003
    This sourcebook provides a rich and varied source of superb quality Celtic motifs, all of which can be copied and applied to a range of crafts. Part One gives an introduction to the history of Celtic art, before going on to explain how to trace, photocopy and even scan the images. It then goes on to describe, step-by-step, how to apply them to a number of crafts, from cross stitch and needlework to glass painting, metal embossing, stamping and more. There are even instructions for combining and embellishing motifs, adapting and creating borders, and applying colour: A gallery of completed projects provides ideas and inspiration. Part Two is the extensive library of Celtic motifs. Knots, borders and spirals are always favourites with crafters, as they are so versatile and can be as subtle or striking as required. Zoomorphic images, along with Saints and Angels, show animal and human forms depicted in the unique Celtic style. The embellished lettering can be applied to any number of crafts, while the varied Tree of Life section contains Celtic motifs to suit any occasion. Finally,

Knit Knack Kit: Simple Instructions and Tools for 25 Terrific Knitting Projects


France Ruffenach - 2003
    Based on the book Knitting Pretty, this handy kit includes a book illustrating knitting stiches and techniques, circular needles, stitch holders, a yarn needle, and 25 simple yet chic patterns (including nine new patterns!). From quick and easy projects (Plain Old Scarf) to grander endeavors (Hipster Kerchief) the Knit Knack Kit makes it fun to curl up and purl up!WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Cutting Edge Photo Cropping for Scrapbooks: Book 2


Memory Makers - 2003
    Included are:Brand new ideas for cropping photos into artful slices and segments, mats and framesAn introduction to the art of photo tearingShape cropping techniques using templates, shape cutters, punches and die cuttersInnovative ways to showcase photo weaving, mosaics, montages and collagesWhimsical methods for bringing movement to your photosInstructions and illustrated step shots that make these projects easy for scrapbookers of all levelsPush your photo cropping beyond the boundaries of traditional scrapbooking with this fresh generation of cutting-edge cropping techniques that will turn your snapshots into memorable pieces of art.Sharpen those scissors, put a new blade in your craft knife and let the creativity begin!

Making Eyelash Crochet Leis


Coryn Tanaka - 2003
    The leis, which are washable and uncrushable, are perfect for any recipient and any occasion.

More Embroidery Machine Essentials: How to Customize, Edit and Create Decorative Designs


Jeanine Twigg - 2003
    The CD-ROM includes ten designs and artwork, involving 20 projects as well as additional techniques and an idea gallery.

Creating Life-Like Figures in Polymer Clay: A Step-By-Step Guide


Katherine Dewey - 2003
    If you aspire to be a figurative sculptor or already are one, this is a book you must have. In her no-nonsense, show-how-it's-done teaching style, Katherine shows with more than 400 full color photos, detailed illustrations, and step-by-step instructions how to do it all. Her modeling methods are not complicated. Rather than relying on classical "muscle on bone" physiology, she teaches how to sculpt exquisite figurines in any scale using her simple applique approach. Her book teaches anyone how to sculpt realistic human figures, but there is much more between the covers of this 144 page resource. From selecting your clays, to making your own modeling tools, to proportioning your figures, posing, ethnic and gender subtleties, facial expressions and posing, costumes in clay, to finishing touches, Katherine teaches it all. As one early bird reviewer put it: "It's like having a master sculptor right here with me step by step".

Crochet Lace: Techniques, Patterns, and Projects


Pauline Turner - 2003
    It covers the most popular styles of crochet lace - filet crochet, motifs and Irish crochet - in depth, including history, all the techniques you'll need, traditional and modern patterns and practical projects, including framed lace motifs, delicate gloves and a bedspread. It also shows how to imitate other traditional styles of lace, such as Honiton and guipure lace, using crochet. The book gives all the basic techniques so previous experience in crochet is not necessarily required, and is illustrated with both colour photographs and easy-to-follow line diagrams and patterns. Whether you are a crocheter or a lacemaker, you'll find lots of fascinating information and inspiration in this book.

Tea Bag Folded Greetings Cards


Kim Reygate - 2003
    This book covers everything from tea bag folding to making your own tea bag paper designs using rubber stamps and paper punches.

Plastic Canvas Stitch By Stitch


Needle Craft Shop - 2003
    Stitch to your hearts delight as you make beautiful and fun items for you, your family and friends.

Cross Stitch Celebrations Month by Month: 12 Pictures and Hundreds of Motifs to Celebrate the Year


Sue Cook - 2003
    Detailed instructions are also given for creating a wall hanging or for framing each picture of the month.

Nevada (America the Beautiful)


Ann Heinrichs - 2003
    FEATURERS: - New dynamic design and updated text and statistics- Project Room feature offers ideas for standards-based school assignments- Primary sources appear throughout with explanations of what they are and how to cite the Author's Tips and Source Notes- Content-area vocabulary words defined on page- New features such as Weird Laws, WOW Factor, and Picture Yourself- Think About It presents opposing points of view on important issues to help build critical thinking and conflict resolution skills

Beadpoint: Beautiful Bead Stitching on Canvas


Ann Benson - 2003
    Challenging projects for pillows, purses, and wall hangings are real standouts.”—Bead & Button The technique of stitching beads onto canvas, so popular during the Victorian era, is undergoing a revival today, and these 25 projects have a wonderfully rich and lustrous look. With the same familiar sewing methods and fabric backing used in regular needlepoint, embroiderers can create a new world of bright colors and shimmering textures. Simple needleworking charts get you started on any of the original and versatile designs: there’s the coolly glowing Blue Moon Mirror, a bright springlike Bird with Berries Ornament, a patriotic Flag Heart Pin, an opalescent Pearl Plant Picture, an exotic Persian Rug Purse, and 20 others.

Kaffe Fassett's Pattern Library: Over 190 Creative Knitwear Designs


Kaffe Fassett - 2003
    Known for his brilliant color combinations and innovative designs, Fassett has selected some of his most exquisite pieces for inclusion here. Detailed charts guide readers who want to duplicate the patterns, and a chapter on designing you own patterns is included.- Best-selling author and designer Kaffe Fassett has been producing knitwear designs for more than 30 years.- 350 color photos, including close-up color swatches, illustrate the patterns.- A visual feast for Fassett's followers--and anyone who loves beautiful knitting.

Scroll Saw Workbook: Learn to Use Your Scroll Saw in 25 Skill-Building Chapters


Joyce Nelson - 2003
    Beginning with the basics such as cutting straight, curved, and jagged lines, the book details progressively more advanced techniques including stack cutting; cutting metal, plastic, and paper; relief cutting; inlay; segmentation; and puzzle making. Project patterns include die-cut stationery, a fish silhouette, a butterfly with interior cuts, a hummingbird ornament, and a collapsible wooden basket. The content has been updated to include information on new scroll saw manufacturers. This replaces ISBN: 1565231171.

Candy Tots: Unique Crochet for Babies Toddlers


Candi Jensen - 2003
    Doll up your daughter in a colorful granny-square hooded coat, dress up your little dude in classic argyle, and add pizzazz to baby’s wardrobe with stylish textures, hues, and silhouettes. From basic blankets to more advanced clothing, every project includes full color photography and simple charts and instructions.

Flowers of the Bible: Quilting


Helga Curtis - 2003
    Now you can make beautiful appliqui quilt blocks featuring the 31 flowers, and enjoy the scriptural references and descriptions for each one. Blocks are 1420" square; full-size templates included.

Miniature Crochet: Projects in 1/12 Scale


Roz Walters - 2003
    Equip a miniature nursery with a tiny blanket and baby outfits. Fill your little closets and wardrobes with Victorian or modern clothes. Add special touches to your dolls’ house dĂ©cor, from afghans to tablecloths, and even an elaborate hanging for a four-poster bed.

The Encyclopedia of Bible Crafts for Preschoolers


Anonymous - 2003
    Preschoolers are excited to explore God's Word through all their senses--creating, smelling, baking, squishing, and tasting! Appeal to their natural, kinesthetic learning style and teach 75 major Bible stories through crafts.These 175 craft activities are based on well-known topics: Exodus, Numbers, Ruth, Psalms, Esther, Daniel, Jonah, Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and more.Simple, step-by-step directions help you enhance your lessons with these dynamite ideas, on short notice, and with little or no preparation!Handy indexes organize ideas by Scripture, theme, and idea style: FaithWeaver™ Bible Curriculum Index, Scripture Index, and Hands-On Bible Curriculum™ Index.

The Encyclopedia of Embroidery Techniques: A Comprehensive Visual Guide to Traditional and Contemporary Techniques


Pauline Brown - 2003
    The stitches encompass every aspect of embroidery.

A Slice of Christmas from Piece O'Cake Designs


Becky Goldsmith - 2003
    There are seven Christmas projects, including applique quilts, stockings, tree skirts, and a table runner. Designs feature a retro '50s Santa, Christmas tree, and Santa sampler from past favourites A Piece O'Cake Christmas and A Sampling of Santas, as well as a new poinsettia design. Quilters should also be able to mix and match patterns to create even more projects.

Penny Rugs: Quilts and More with Wool and Felt


Janet Carruth - 2003
    It is revived here for all ages to enjoy.  Create pincushions, pillows, table runners, trivets, mug rugs, tree skirts, tree ornaments and even an heirloom coverlet!

Chinese Embroidery


Josiane Bertin-guest - 2003
    - Provides a brief history of Chinese embroidery and an explanation of the symbols and motifs used in this craft- Detailed line drawings and full-color photographs display the step-by-step process of making specialty stitches- Includes explanation of knot, seed, and flat stitches, and more

Kids' Magic Secrets: Simple Magic Tricks Why They Work


Loris G. Bree - 2003
    With the help of this book, young magicians can magically make things appear and disappear, make rubber bands seem to go through fingers, and make ghostly names appear on water tumblers. There are eight fun categories of magic ranging from All Wet to Amazingly Mysterious. Of course, there's Pick-A-Card--Any Card! Each activity includes step- by- step directions complete with hundreds of delightful illustrations. Each trick is followed by an explanation of the scientific or mathematic principles that make it work.

Applique Sampler


Linda Jenkins - 2003
    Each block and border presents a different lesson in needle turn applique techniques. The authors also demonstrate how you can create a handmade wall-hanging that displays an array of applique designs.

Full-Color Old-Time Label Art CD-ROM and Book


Dover Publications Inc. - 2003
    Commercial artists, designers, decoupeurs, and other hobbyists will find these images ideal for thousands of projects. Collectors and nostalgia fans will treasure the simple beauty of the set.

The Big Book of Decorative Borders


Jodie Bushman - 2003
    Part of the problem is that decorative painters have trouble seeing that borders, just like any other design element such as a rose or a leaf, are "built" one brushstroke at a time in a repeating pattern. This one-of-a-kind books shows readers how to create an amazing variety of borders and embellishments using the simplest of strokes: Comma strokes, C-strokes and S-strokes. It also provides hundreds of ideas that can be copied directly from the pages. This combination of "how-to" and "swipe file" content make The Big Book of Decorative Borders a must-have reference for decorative painters, crafters, do-it-yourselfers and interior decorators. Readers will find more than 500 different border designs made out of dozens of different elements, including flowers, leaves, vines, scrolls, shells, lace, ribbons, bows, children's themes and more. Also included are guidelines for measuring and marking walls and window frames to make wall border painting easy!

Step By Step Picture Framing: The Essential Guide To Making And Decorating Over 100 Frames


Rian Kanduth - 2003
    

Embroidered Projects (Dolls House Do-It-Yourself)


Sue Hawkins - 2003
    Create exquisite cushions, bell pulls, samplers, linen, firescreens and much more for the dolls' house of any style and period. Tudor, Georgian, Regency, Victorian and more styles are shown, ensuring authentic-looking accessories for every room of the dolls' house. Full-color charts and stitching instructions are included for each project, plus inspirational color photos of the finished items. Each project uses a number of needlework techniques, including cross stitch, tent stitch, blackwork and crewel, and comes with variations which allow for a dolls' house enthusiast to get creative with the accessories. With this book, anyone can bring color and beauty into their dolls' house

How to Start a Faux Painting or Mural Business: A Guide to Making Money in the Decorative Arts


Rebecca Pitman - 2003
    Artists ready to turn their faux, mural and decorative painting skills into a career will find everything they need to know to start a home-based business! Readers will find insider tips on bidding and client interaction that can turn an artist into an entrepreneur.

Joseph Cornell: Secrets in a Box (Adventures in Art)


Alison Baverstock - 2003
    Children can relate to the art of Joseph Cornell. Look in their pockets and under their pillows and you'll see the same kinds of treasures Cornell transformed into brilliant assemblages. This delightful, interactive exploration encourages young readers to experience the power and magic of Cornell's visual poetry. Illustrated throughout with photographs and color illustrations as well as fascinating biographical information, the book takes readers through Cornell's life (1903-73) to discover how he transformed everyday objects into enchanted masterpieces. Where did he get his inspiration from? What makes these boxes so intriguing? What kinds of feelings do they inspire? A detailed exploration of specific pieces; guidelines for recognizing and appreciating Cornell's art, and step-by-step instructions for creating a Cornell box of your own make this unique book an irresistible experience for the Joseph Cornell in all of us.

Creative Stamping with Mixed Media Techniques


Sherrill Kahn - 2003
    Try them out on the 12 step-by-step projects, including a fabric wall hanging, wooden tray, terra-cotta flowerpot, paper lantern, journals, boxes and more.You'll also learn how to make decorative beads out of shrink plastic and air-dry clay, add magical metallic highlights to any project, and stamp with foam plates, rubber bands and Rollagraphs. The creative possibilities are endless!By using colors that pop, layering techniques that add depth, and dynamic patterns that catch the eye, you'll make stamping more fun, more creative and full of wonderful surprises!

Quilting 101: Master Basic Skills and Techniques Easily through Step-by-Step Instruction


Creative Publishing International - 2003
    Quilting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of quilting-choosing fabric, quick cutting techniques, sewing seams, completing a quilt top, layering and basting, and both hand and machine quilting methods-making this the most comprehensive beginner's book available. The accompanying online videos include a how-to guide illustrating quilting basics, demonstrating all projects, and offering the complete book pages in PDF format.

Crafts for the Spirit: 30 Beautiful Projects to Enhance Your Personal Journey


Ronni Lundy - 2003
    Some, such as a soothing Tabletop Fountain and Crystal Light Box, encourage tranquility in the home. A wealth of intriguing facts accompany the projects.

Native American Beadwork: Projects Techniques from the Southwest


Theresa Flores Geary - 2003
    Here are 15 authentic projects using such traditional stitches as the flat and circular peyote stitches, the Comanche weave, free-form feathering, and more. Each project is accompanied by a rich explanation of how the colors, shapes, and combinations of materials interact to tell a story. Abundant color photographs and illustrations guide the reader through this unique art form.

Gooseberry Patch Celebrate Seasons


Leisure Arts Inc. - 2003
    Celebrate the Seasons follows in the successful tradition of the Gooseberry Patch "RM" Christmas books. You'll find craft projects, decorating ideas, and recipes keyed to the major holidays for the entire year, from Easter and the Fourth of July right through to the next winter and Valentine's Day. No matter what the season or celebration, this is the one book that gives Gooseberry Patch "RM" fans ideas and instructions to make them brighter and more memorable.