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Vintage Quilt Revival
Katie Clark Blakesley - 2013
Vintage Quilt Revival helps you utilize traditional quilt blocks with contemporary colors and fabrics to create pieces that could rightly be a part of the "traditional made modern" movement. In this book, you'll find: 22 quilting projects, including 19 traditional quilt blocks, and ranging from fullsize quilts to a pillow, table runner, bag, and zipper pouch Hints and modifications for adding a fresh twist to vintage designs A touch of quilting history that adds context to the included projects Use of a variety of quilting techniques, including piecing, blasting, quilting, and binding With Vintage Quilt Revival , there's no need to give up your love for traditional quilting stylesjust bring in a bit of modern flair
Paracord Fusion Ties - Volume 1: Straps, Slip Knots, Falls, Bars, and Bundles
J.D. Lenzen - 2012
Lenzen is the creator of the highly acclaimed YouTube channel "Tying It All Together", and the producer of over 200 instructional videos. He's been formally recognized by the International Guild of Knot Tyers (IGKT) for his contributions to knotting, and is the originator of fusion knotting—innovative knots created through the merging of different knot elements or knotting techniques. Paracord Fusion Ties - Volume 1 is the first of a multiple volume set of books exclusively utilizing paracord for his fusion knotting techniques.Originally used as parachute suspension lines during World War II, paracord has since become a means to create an immeasurable variety of useful items, survival tools, and decorative ties. World-renowned for his knotting and tying skills, Lenzen guides readers through 35 different paracord fusion ties, all of which have never been presented in book form before. By way of over 800 crisp, clear, full-color photographs, coupled with succinctly written, easy to follow step-by-step instructions, he will show you how to create spherical ties, bars and bracelets, key fobs, medallions, straps, rapid deployment ties, and falls.A book for young and old, expert knot tyers and novices alike, Paracord Fusion Ties - Volume 1 is a must for every knot enthusiast's library!
200 Crochet Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets: An Indispensible Resource of Technical Know-How and Troubleshooting Tips
Jan Eaton - 2007
Presented in an easy-to-use format arranged by topic and cross-referenced, so you can dip in and out as needed for advice, this book offers hundreds of answers, fixes, insider tips, and secrets to help you along the way. Divided into sections that cover a multitude of topics such as: choosing the right hook for you, putting gauge measurements to work, fool-proof ways of turning, quick fixes for uneven edges, shaping with increases and decreases, how to make neat corners, marking essentials, dealing with yarn ends, choosing the right seam and even how to look after crochet garments, 200 Crochet Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets contains a wealth of technical knowledge and handy tips. Aimed at all crocheters, from the beginner to the more experienced, this book is a valuable addition to any craft library.
Last-Minute Patchwork + Quilted Gifts
Joelle Hoverson - 2007
A follow up to the Last-Minute Knitted Gifts, this book - designed for use by both first-time and long-time quilters - features 30 patchwork and quilted projects organized according to the amount of time it takes to complete them: less than 2 hours, 2 to 4 hours, 4 to 8 hours, 8 to 12 hours and 12 hours or more.
Fa la la la Felt: 45 Handmade Holiday Decorations
Amanda Carestio - 2010
Created by successful online designers from around the world, the adorable items range from a sweet garland of little birds to super-cute matryoshka doll ornaments. All can be made with simple sewing techniques, and there are both no-sew and eco-smart options, too. Both indie and mainstream crafters will love these fresh new ideas!
10-Minute Watercolours (Collins Gem)
Hazel Soan - 2005
It shows watercolour painters of all levels how to loosen up their paintings and maintain spontaneity by painting simple watercolour studies in no more than 10 minutes.Written by popular artist Hazel Soan, the book is arranged in three parts: the first section explains all about the equipment you will need; the second section covers techniques and shows what can be achieved with watercolour in a short time span; the third section looks at various subjects that are ideal for painting quickly.All the essential techniques are covered, focusing particularly on maximizing brushstrokes and exploring colours, and there is useful advice on deciding what to include and what to leave out. With helpful chapters on painting a wide range of subjects – people, landscapes, seascapes, buildings, gardens, flowers and still life – this little guide is ideal for quick reference when working in the studio or out in the field.
Make It Fizz: A Guide to Making Bathtub Treats
Holly Port - 2014
Chock full of easy to understand instructions and full color pictures for the 24 recipes included, you are sure to succeed with this book, regardless of your skill level. With a few simple ingredients, and a little bit of time, you’ll be making bath bombs in an afternoon. You’re in good hands with this quick and easy guide to showing you not only the basics, but also more fun and challenging recipes like the Fizzy Pops, designed to look like tasty cake pop treats. Taking it a step further she has also included cupcake bath bombs with a sugar scrub topping. Who wouldn't love to make these? This book can be a project for yourself, a gift for a friend, or an enhancement to your knowledge in the world of bath and body crafts. Whatever the purpose, the reader will enjoy!
LDS Scriptures - LDS eLibrary with over 350,000 Links, Standard Works, Commentary, Manuals, History, Reference, Music and more (Illustrated, over 100)
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - 2008
Fully footnoted and indexed with over 350,000 links this collection is perfect for the Kindle reader.REVIEWS: See Orson Scott Card's great review on this Kindle product in Mormon Times online article.Includes 45 Complete Works including:• LDS Standard Works: - Old & New Testaments - Book of Mormon - Doctrine and Covenants - Pearl of Great Price• Scripture Study Aids: - Guide to the Scriptures - Bible Dictionary - Topical Guide - Joseph Smith Translation (exerpts) - Triple Combination Index• Maps & Illustrations - 14 Bible Maps - 32 Photographs of Bible Scriptural Sites - 7 Church History Maps - 18 Photographs of Church History Sites• Essential LDS Classic Works: - Jesus the Christ - Articles of Faith - Gospel Doctrine - Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith• Teaching & Student Manuals: - Gospel Principles Manual - Old Testament Student Manual - Old Testament Teacher's Manual - New Testament Student Manual - New Testament Teacher's Manual - Book of Mormon Student Manual - Book of Mormon Teacher's Manual - Doctrine & Covenants Student Manual - Doctrine & Covenants Teacher's Manual• LDS Music - LDS Hymnbook - Children's Song Book• Parents & Leaders: - A Parents Guide - Family Guidebook - Guidebook for Parents and Leaders of Youth - Improving Gospel Teaching: A Leader's Guide - Marriage and Family Relations Instructor's Manual - Priesthood and Auxiliary Leaders' Guidebook - Teaching Guidebook• Youth: - Duty to God: Deacon - Duty to God: Teacher - Duty to God: Priest - Faith in God for Boys - Faith in God for Girls - Let Virtue Garnish Thy Thoughts - Young Women's Personal Progress - For the Strength of Youth• Other Works: - Addiction Recovery Program - LDS Gems (Quotes from General Authorities) - True to the Faith - The Family: A Proclamation to the World - The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles• Illustrations (64 Images) - Early Beginnings (Joseph Smith, Jr. and The Book of Mormon) - Mormon Prophets - Prominent Members - Mormon Temples (art by David Davis)• A History of the LDS Church (Culture, Beliefs, Practices, Organization, and More)• Key Features: - Over 350,000 Links (Fully Footnoted),IMPORTANT NOTE: What sets our library apart from any other is we have pains-takingly spent hundreds of hours specifically on the feature base to make your experience the most rewarding. Our philosophy is that if it’s going to be in electronic format, it ought to include and utilize all the features that an electronic format should provide. One such feature is cross-reference linking. Many other scripture collections don't have links where there ought to be. When studying in a hardcopy version of the scriptures and coming to footnote references, you must take the time to flip through pages to go to the footnote reference. Sometimes this even requires opening a separate book.
Organizing Your Craft Space
Jo Packham - 2006
Inside this spiral-bound guide, with colour-coded pages for easy reference, are hints, tips, and dos and don'ts for each individual craft. There are craft categories so that individual problems are addressed (Mosaic and stained glass, knitting and crocheting, needlepoint and embroidery, scrapbooking and papercrafts, painting, beading, stencilling and rubber stamping, and sewing and fabric crafts). Plus, professional artists invite you into their studios to see how they keep things orderly, from smart storage to functional surfaces.
Embroidery: A Step-by-Step Guide to More Than 200 Stitches
Lucinda Ganderton - 1999
The perfect reference guide to needlework, Embroidery is a comprehensive guide to inspire and inform sewers of all levels. Find advice on which thread, needles, or fabrics work with which techniques, and take a look at an incredible 200 stitches — with levels of difficulty, step-by-step instructions, and ideas on where and how to use them.This practical guide covers sewing tips for dressmaking, needlepoint, and embroidery stitches, with detailed information simply presented in illustration-rich pages. With Embroidery it's easy to find exactly which stitch is right for your next sewing project.
Crochet Step by Step
Sally Harding - 2012
With clear photographic step-by-step tutorials on key stitches and 20 easy-to complete projects, Crochet Step by Step helps to master the basics while gaining confidence. Brimming with useful tips, advice, and ideas, Crochet Step by Step contains everything needed to get started on developing a passion and skill set that will last a lifetime.
Dressmaking: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Alison Smith - 2012
Sewers will discover what supplies to buy and how to use them, the best fabrics to choose based on drape and weave, how to understand patterns and alter them, and the essential general techniques to master — plus patterns and detailed step-by-step instructions are provided for a skirt, dress, shirt, tee, jacket, and pair of pants — including suggested variations!Finishing up with tips and inspiration on alterations, repairs, and customizing any clothes, from dealing with holes and tears to lengthening and shortening sleeves, this handy guide is the dressmaking bible no budding seamstress should be without.
JoAnn and Vickie's Favorite Recipes
Gooseberry Patch - 2012
From Jo Ann's Cowboy Cookies and Vickie's Tomato Pie to scrumptious Chicken Casserole Supreme and Comfort Corn Pudding, this new collection features 25 of Vickie and Jo Ann's most delicious recipes for sharing with family & friends!
Passionate Patchwork: Over 20 Original Quilt Designs
Kaffe Fassett - 2001
Quilting patterns by renowned designer Kaffe Fassett--all innovative and artfully arranged, with a wealth of variations.
May Martin's Sewing Bible e-short 1: Everything You Need to Get You Started
May Martin - 2014
An exclusive first look at May Martin’s Sewing Bible, due out in August.May has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now for the first time she shares her tips and tricks, offering the ultimate beginners’ guide to sewing.Beautifully styled and simple-to-follow, this authoritative sewing e-short, taken from May Martin’s Sewing Bible, gives readers information on everything they need to know to get started with sewing.