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Making Authentic Shaker Furniture: With Measured Drawings of Museum Classics - Paperback

$18.95

by John G. Shea (Author)This splendid book describes and illustrates in detail how the Shakers designed, built, and finished their furniture and household articles. With its detailed text as well as over 250 photographs and measured drawings for over 80 classic pieces, it offers woodworkers and furniture enthusiasts a practical guide to the essentials of replicating a broad range of designs long admired for their sturdy practicality and their spare, elegant beauty.The book first chronicles an...

Lessons in Bobbin Lacemaking - Paperback

$19.95

by Doris Southard (Author)Bobbin lace is one of the oldest crafts, dating back to at least the sixteenth century and possibly earlier. During the eighteenth century, bobbin lace design and execution attained the ultimate in beauty and richness. The linen threads were incredibly fine and the consummate skill of the lacemaker wove them into unmatched works of art.Modern lacemakers -- even beginners -- can learn this age-old technique with this easy-to-follow book. An accomplished bobbin lacemak...

Bobbin Lace: An Illustrated Guide to Traditional and Contemporary Techniques - Paperback

$14.95

by Brigita Fuhrmann (Author)After over a century of relative obscurity, lacemaking is enjoying a revival as more and more needlecraft artists are intrigued by its creative possibilities. Dating from the 15th century, bobbin lace is prized everywhere for its intricacy, delicacy, and decorative richness -- and couldn't be easier to do In this modern, step-by-step approach to the craft, noted lacemaker Brigita Fuhrmann shows you how to create every kind of bobbin lace -- from the simplest stitch...

Oriental Floral Designs and Motifs: For Artists, Needleworkers and Craftspeople - Paperback

$12.95

by Ming-Ju Sun (Author)This book provides artists, needleworkers, and craftspeople with floral illustrations usable in a variety of ways. The full-page unified designs are complete patterns in themselves; the smaller motifs are individual spots that can be used directly or repeated and combined to create larger patterns; and there are also border elements. These designs and motifs encompass not only the strictly floral -- a variety of representative Oriental flowers such as peony, wisteria, a...

400 Floral Motifs for Designers, Needleworkers and Craftspeople - Paperback

$14.95

by Briggs &. Co (Author), Carol Belanger Grafton (Editor)Grace your next needlework, craft, or graphic art project with just the right floral motif from this versatile collection of 400 beautifully rendered copyright-free designs. Reproduced directly from a rare Victorian-era album of transfer patterns by William Briggs and Company Ltd., these designs are among the finest of the period are are ideally suited for embroidery, textile design, woodworking, leathercraft, metalwork, and a host ...

Renaissance Patterns for Lace, Embroidery and Needlepoint - Paperback

$11.83

by Federico Vinciolo (Author)Superb reproduction of most popular 16th-century lace design book. Nearly 100 original patterns for point coupe, reticella, and guipure; the second part describes square netting and embroidery. 83 full-page plates.Back JacketOld Venetian lace has always been considered one of the high points of the textile arts, what with its imaginative design, technical brilliance, and universal appeal to all lands and times. It was the ancestor of most of the important laces th...

Mexican Indian Folk Designs: 200 Motifs from Textiles - Paperback

$19.95

by Irmgard Weitlaner-Johnson (Author)Incorporating abstract and geometric forms as well as highly stylized images of flowers, plants, animals, birds, and humans, these exacting illustrations represent more than 20 major Mexican Indian cultures.Back JacketThis fascinating book is the product of intensive scholarly research, its exacting illustrations based on choice examples of Mexican Indian textiles in many different museums and private collections. Incorporating abstract and geometric forms...

Engraving and Decorating Glass - Paperback

$13.99

by Barbara Norman (Author)The history of glass and glass decoration extends back at least to the ancient Egyptians, who made small vessels of dark glass and decorated them with glass threads of contrasting colors. Occasionally glass vessels were also engraved on the lapidary's wheel. Today, the ancient art and craft of decorating glass continues to flourish among artists and crafters attracted by its combination of artistic beauty and skilled craftsmanship. Unfortunately, until the publicatio...

$12.95

by Leslie Hunt (Author)Detailed instructions for creating standard two-stick kites, six-point stars, figural kites, balloon kites, tetrahedral kites, box kites, and many other varieties. Includes directions for making tails, reeling and stringing, and much more. 70 illustrations. Number of Pages: 142 Dimensions: 0.33 x 8.5 x 5.44 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: June 01, 1971

The Jewelry Engravers Manual - Paperback

$9.95

by R. Allen Hardy (Author), John J. Bowman (Author)Many engraving books on the market illustrate the forms and appearance of finished designs but fail to provide adequate instructions for actual engraving. In sharp contrast, this comprehensive and practical manual by two educators and master craftsmen teaches every step of the engraving process. Clear, step-by-step instructions, accompanied by scores of illustrations, tell how to cut initials and inscriptions using a variety of alphabets, inc...

The Complete Book of Seminole Patchwork - Paperback

$14.95

by Beverly Rush (Author), Lassie Wittman (Author)Developed by the Mikasuki-speaking Indian women of southern Florida around the end of the 1800s, Seminole patchwork has become a highly visible art form and genuine symbol of Seminole culture.Distinguished by its bright, mosaic-like patterns, Seminole patchwork is created by sewing cloth strips into long, multicolored bands. These are then cut into segments, rearranged, and sewn into geometric patterns that produce a multitude of effects when c...

$12.95

by Manly Banister (Author)Most book lovers are familiar with the frustration of having a treasured book fall apart from age or use or both. Now the solution is at hand in this modestly priced, step-by-step guide to the craft of hand bookbinding. With this book, you'll learn how to restore not only ailing hardcovers, but paperbacks, periodicals, and other materials as well.Profusely illustrated with over 250 photos and drawings by the author, the clear, concise text gives details of book sewin...

Old Ship Figure-Heads and Sterns - Paperback

$21.55

by L. G. Carr Laughton (Author)A well-illustrated look at shipboard ornamentation through the ages - from charging ram heads on ancient Greek and Roman war-galleys, saints on horseback, and allegorical portrayals of royalty to vintage Elizabethan galleons and Lord Nelson's Victory, built in 1765. Over 420 royalty-free illustrations also depict escutcheons, lanterns, rails, gun ports, and other decorative elements. Number of Pages: 352 Dimensions: 0.9 x 9.26 x 6.46 IN Illustrated: Yes Publicat...

$16.15

by Agnes M. Leach (Author)In drawn-fabric embroidery (also often known as pulled work), the threads of a fabric are pulled apart or drawn together by stitchery so that the holes left form attractive patterns. Because it is sturdy enough to withstand daily use and frequent laundering, it is a particularly practical type of embroidery -- usable in table linen, bed linen, and lampshades. In this clear, comprehensive overview, the author offers meticulously detailed directions for working stitche...

Fascinating Origami: 101 Models by Adolfo Cerceda - Paperback

$12.95

by Vicente Palasios (Author), Vicente Palacios (Author), Adolfo Cerceda (Author)Delightful treasury of unusual and inventive projects includes step-by-step instructions for creating a camel, rooster, butterfly, bullfighter, magician, an Arab on horseback, scores more. Number of Pages: 208 Dimensions: 0.54 x 9.3 x 6.57 IN Publication Date: February 12, 1997

$12.95

by Larry Engler (Author), Carol Fijan (With)Unlike other performing arts, puppetry is perhaps the only art form in which directing, acting, writing, designing, sculpture, and choreography are combined. In effect, the performer is creating an artistic entertainment that will appeal to audiences of all ages -- in homes, in theaters, and in classrooms.This lucid, easy-to-follow book was specifically conceived to teach beginners how to bring a hand puppet to life and how, with practice, to develo...

The Tools That Built America - Paperback

$15.07

by Alex W. Bealer (Author)Handsome in appearance, simple in construction, and remarkably efficient, early American tools were true marvels of ingenuity. In the hands of skilled workers, they were used to create everything from simple shelters, wagons, and fences to intricately carved chairs, fireplace mantels, and door moldings.In this richly illustrated book, author and master craftsman Alex Bealer tells the fascinating story of early American woodworking, enthusiastically describing and cle...

Victorian Needlework: Techniques and Designs - Paperback

$10.95

by Flora Klickmann (Editor)Second to none in their admiration of fine stitchery, the Victorians adorned their homes and wardrobes with lavish displays of needlework and similar handicrafts. Most nineteenth-century women engaged in some form of sewing ― whether for pleasure, economy, or both ― and in the absence of a tutor, they turned to handbooks such as this rare and authentic guide to the rich and varied intricacies of needlecraft. Scores of diagrams and photos offer clear illustrations of...

Origami from Around the World - Paperback

$11.95

by Vicente Palacios (Author), Palacios (Author), Origami (Author)Step-by-step diagrams and captions enable paperfolders at all skill levels to create unusual projects with an international flavor. Treasury of 104 projects includes a Buddha, a Celtic helmet, Persian slippers, a Geisha, a Dutchwoman, a Chinese junk, and much more. Delightful selections for origamists in search of new challenges. 1,500 black-and-white illustrations. Number of Pages: 178 Dimensions: 0.49 x 8.72 x 7.04 IN Illustra...

Making Bead Flowers and Bouquets - Paperback

$12.95

by Virginia Nathanson (Author)With this easy-to-follow guide to traditional bead making, crafters can create their own glittering bouquets of lasting beauty. Clear, practical instructions and a profusion of illustrations show aspiring beadworkers how to fashion more than 50 botanically accurate specimens.An introductory chapter describes necessary materials, tools, and methods of stringing beads. Special sections offer suggestions for arranging bouquets and centerpieces as well as instruction...

Carlsbad International Chess Tournament 1929 - Paperback

$11.83

by Aron Nimzovich (Author), Jim Marfia (Translator)His abrasive, biting wit shines through his prose even in translation ... always sparkling and provocative. -- Chess NewsKnown as The Father of Modern Chess and The Stormy Petrel of the Chess World, Aron Nimzovich (1886-1935) transformed his greatest performance into a brilliantly eccentric and entertaining book. In this account of his victory at the 1929 Carlsbad Tournament, Nimzovich offers a captivating retrospective of his triumph over so...

The Complete Book of Marionettes - Paperback

$14.95

by Mabel And Les Beaton (Author)Highly recommended. -- Library JournalMarionettes, those beguiling, animated little actors on strings, have endeared themselves to puppet show lovers for generations. Constructed to approximate most nearly the movement and appearance of humans and animals, the jointed figures appear today in a variety of places -- in the theater, motion pictures, schools, and even as an advertising medium. This instructive and engaging guide, written by professionals with a pas...

Dragons, Witches, and Other Fantasy Creatures in Origami - Paperback

$10.95

by Mario Adrados Netto (Author), J. Anibal Voyer Iniesta (Author)Diagrams and folding instructions for 24 devilishly delightful creatures - everything from a troll (23 steps) to a high-flying witch on a broomstick (141 steps). Number of Pages: 173 Dimensions: 0.4 x 9.3 x 6.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: October 12, 2005

Make Your Own Southern Belle Cloth Doll and Her Wardrobe - Paperback

$21.55

by Claire Bryant (Author)With this easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide, even beginning needlecrafters will be able to make a charming doll with a wardrobe of nine different mid-nineteenth-century costumes. Designer Claire Bryant provides all the patterns, information, and helpful hints you'll need to create an engaging group of young ladies from the Old South. There's pretty Bonnie Jean, about to become a bride in a full-skirted wedding dress trimmed in ruffles and lace. Myrna Ann, Bonnie's si...

American Ship Models and How to Build Them - Paperback

$19.95

by V. R. Grimwood (Author)This classic guide to ship modeling is distinguished by its particular suitability for beginners. Both text and plans are especially geared toward the growing skills of novices, with projects presented in easy-to-learn techniques and arranged in order of difficulty, starting with relatively simple models and culminating in more complicated square-riggers.The plans are drawn from those of the original builders or from measurements of existing craft, showing all the ne...

$16.15

by Pat Earnshaw (Author)Immensely useful volume, containing over 400 lace-related terms such as Florentine knots, lappets, a pillow horse, winkie pin, spangles, reticella, honiton, guipure, and Tuscan filet, discusses the origin, nomenclature, date and sequences of development of the more controversial forms. Enhanced with over 250 illustrations depicting various lace patterns, including a magnificent lace collar worn by Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden, Queen Victoria's wedding veil, the bridal t...

Creative Haven Fanciful Birds Coloring Book - Paperback

$6.99

by Angela Porter (Author)Bird lovers and colorists alike will adore these 31 imaginative illustrations of our fabulous feathered friends. This whimsical collection features a wondrous array of birds -- from ducks and swans to penguins, parrots, and many more -- in a variety of delightful designs. Artist Angela Porter's unique, fun-to-color pictures invite you to celebrate a Happy Bird Day -- any day! The art is printed on one side only, and the pages are perforated for easy removal and displa...

The Complete Book of Puppetry - Paperback

$14.95

by George Latshaw (Author)In this informative volume, a master puppeteer shares his expertise in the variety of behind-the-scenes skills involved in bringing puppets to life. Drawing on years of experience, George Latshaw conducts readers through every stage of the puppeteer's art, from simple, preparatory hand exercises to advice on performing before an audience.Following a brief retrospective of the fascinating ancient art of puppetry, Latshaw offers clear, abundantly illustrated suggestion...

$14.95

by Shelagh Hollingworth (Author)Known and prized around the world in the form of the Irish fisherman's sweater, Aran knitting originated generations ago in the chilly, windswept islands of Galway Bay. The seafaring Aran Islanders developed a distinctive method of crafting heavy wool into snug garments resistant to the stormiest weather. These clothes also happen to be extremely stylish, with distinctive, highly textured patterns of cables and ropes.Suitable for novices to the Aran style as we...

Victorian Fancy Stitchery: Techniques & Designs - Paperback

$8.95

by Flora Klickmann (Editor)This exceptionally fine needlecraft guide from the turn of the twentieth century includes instructions for projects that range from drawn-thread work -- one of the oldest and simplest forms of art needlework -- to the attractive novelty of bead embroidery on netting.Abundantly illustrated directions for fancy stitchery also provide tips for such exquisite creations as reticella lace and Venetian crochet, elegant hardanger and hedebo work, macramé, cross-stitch, anci...

$12.95

by Joel Stern (Author), David Greenfield (Photographer)Clearly detailed diagrams and captions explain all the steps for an entire year's worth of holiday projects - from Chanukah dreidels and a menorah with candles, to Passover pyramids and an image of the Red Sea parting. Great for synagogues, schools, and homes, this easy-to-follow guide offers beginning paperfolders a unique, fun-filled way to celebrate Jewish culture. 24 models. Number of Pages: 64 Dimensions: 0.18 x 10.82 x 8.38 IN Illus...

60 Civil War-Era Fashion Patterns - Paperback

$14.95

by Kristina Seleshanko (Author)Assembled from vintage issues of Peterson's Magazine, a popular nineteenth-century ladies periodical that premiered in 1842, here is an authentic gallery of Civil War-era clothing patterns for women, children, and men. The author of many books on historic fashion, Seleshanko has compiled this new, original volume of wonderfully usable antique garment designs to delight costume designers, historians, Civil War reconstructionists, and antiques collectors alike!Du...