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Origami Ooh La La!: Action Origami for Performance and Play - Paperback

$26.98

by Jeremy Shafer (Author)In Origami Ooh La La Jeremy Shafer takes origami into the realm of performance art. Filled with clear step-by-step instructions for how to fold each model and clever routines for performing them in front of audiences, this book aims to literally move origami on to a new stageAuthor BiographyJEREMY SHAFER entertains at fairs and parties for a living, and in his spare time creates and diagrams new origami models. His performances are a mix of origami, juggling, unicycl...

Prepare to Fly Rc Airplanes: Overview of the Rc Aiplane Hobby - Paperback

$43.18

by Thomas Jacobus (Author) Number of Pages: 68 Dimensions: 0.18 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: March 29, 2011

Make: Rockets: Down-To-Earth Rocket Science - Paperback

$39.99

by Mike Westerfield (Author)This book teaches the reader to build rockets--powered by compressed air, water, and solid propellant--with the maximum possible fun, safety, and educational experience. Make: Rockets is for all the science geeks who look at the moon and try to figure out where Neil Armstrong walked, watch in awe as rockets lift off, and want to fly their own model rockets. Starting with the basics of rocket propulsion, readers will start out making rockets made from stuff lying a...

Getting Started with Adafruit Flora: Making Wearables with an Arduino-Compatible Electronics Platform - Paperback

$16.99

by Becky Stern (Author), Tyler Cooper (Author)This book introduces readers to building wearable electronics projects using Adafruit's tiny FLORA board: at 4.4 grams, and only 1.75 inches in diameter, and featuring Arduino compatibility, it's the most beginner-friendly way to create wearable projects. This book shows you how to plan your wearable circuits, sew with electronics, and write programs that run on the FLORA to control the electronics. The FLORA family includes an assortment of senso...

Kashmir to Kanyakumari Indian Embroidery: State by State Embroidery of India - Paperback

$81.52

by Smita Kale (Author)One can use this book in many ways. Just browse through it for sheer reading pleasure or to satisfy curiosity of, in how many different ways certain embroideries are done in other states of India. For example how blanket stitches or chain stitches are made in different regions along with other combinations of stitches. How differently from region to region a mirror is fixed on the material. One can also use this book as a help in deciding which embroidery style one would...

The Complete Collection of Bead Flowers - Paperback

$33.73

by Dalene I. Kelly (Author)This black and white text contains over 100 patterns, the complete collection of previously published and unpublished Beaded Flower Patterns designed by Dalene Kelly. While most of the patterns use the "French" technique, "Victorian" and "Ganutell" styles are also introduced.Author BiographyDalene Kelly is the authour of several published pattern books; "French-Beaded Flowers" 2001, "More French Beaded Flowers", 2004, (aka "French Beadeded Flowers" published by Davi...

3D Printing Projects: Toys, Bots, Tools, and Vehicles to Print Yourself - Paperback

$24.99

by Brook Drumm (Author), James Kelly (Author), Rick Winscot (Author)Even if you've never touched a 3D printer, these projects will excite and empower you to learn new skills, extend your current abilities, and awaken your creative impulses. Each project uses a unique combination of electronics, hand assembly techniques, custom 3D-printed parts, and software, while teaching you how to think through and execute your own ideas. Written by the founder of Printrbot, his staff, and veteran DIY auth...

Design for Cnc: Furniture Projects and Fabrication Technique - Paperback

$34.99

by Gary Rohrbacher (Author), Anne Filson (Author), Anna France (Author)Design, DIY, and computer-controlled fabrication are a powerful combination for making high-quality customized things. Written by the founders of the architecture, design, and research firm Filson and Rohrbacher, this book takes you through the basics of CNC fabrication, the design process, production, and construction of your own furniture designs. Through their AtFAB series of projects, accompanied by an overview of digi...

Planes, Gliders and Paper Rockets: Simple Flying Things Anyone Can Make--Kites and Copters, Too! - Paperback

$19.99

by Rick Schertle (Author), James Kelly (Author)Do helicopters need more or less energy to stay in the sky than an airplane? What pushes a rocket to leave the atmosphere? Why can airplanes have smaller motors than helicopters? Help your students learn the answers to these and other questions! Written for educators, homeschoolers, parents--and kids!--this fully illustrated book provides a fun mix of projects, discussion materials, instructions, and subjects for deeper investigation around the ...

Quilt Blocks: Patterns for Stained Glass - Paperback

$16.13

by Diane McHutchison (Author)A collection of 35 quilt squares that are suitable for use independently as sun catchers, box lids, or perhaps as the sides to a candle holder. These patterns are appropriate for incorporating into larger designs such as mirror borders or combined together to make larger glass "quilts". All of these patterns are within reach of the beginning stained glass artist, yet can give the experienced artist a means to experiment with color, texture and design.Author Biogra...

$15.59

by Daron Thomas (Author)This step by step guide on how to make wonderful paper flowers. Number of Pages: 64 Dimensions: 0.13 x 11 x 8.25 IN Publication Date: February 16, 2011

Quilt Blocks 2: More Stained Glass Patterns - Paperback

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by Diane McHutchison (Author)The second volume of Quilt Blocks gives the glass artist another 35 patterns to mix and match as sun catchers, box lids or just about anything else Like Volume 1, these patterns are great for both the novice and experienced stained glass artist. They are ideal for experimenting with colors and textures, and provide a great use for some of the scrap glass that we all have in our studios. Number of Pages: 42 Dimensions: 0.09 x 10 x 7.99 IN Publication Date: Februar...

Beaded Bracelets Pattern Collection - Paperback

$33.73

by Sandra D. Halpenny (Author)This Collection of bracelet patterns are made using beaded net weave stitch. It's an easy stitch to learn and do. Beaded Bracelets Pattern Collection takes you through 14 beaded bracelet patterns, with easy to follow full color step-by-step illustrations. Most of the patterns can be made in a couple of hours; make a bracelet today and wear it tonight. Start with a handful of seed beads, crystals and a few other beads, and come up with beaded bracelet designs that...

A Handbook For Grandparents: Over 700 Creative Things To Do And Make With Your Grandchild - Paperback

$41.74

by Lynn Wilson (Author)Are you a grandparent looking to connect with your grandchild? A parent looking to help your own parents connect with your children? Are you looking for activities to do with your grandkids that are not only fun, but also educational? With over 700 different creative and educational crafts and activities, from imaginative rainy day activities to tasks designed to help with difficult transitions, the projects in this handbook will give you the tools to connect with your ...

Wood Working for Condominium and Apartment Dwellers and for Beginners - Paperback

$14.78

by Bill Schwaiger (Author)Making beautiful and useful things from wood is a creative and relaxing hobby for people of all ages. Young people and those living in apartments and condos will learn how to do wood working where work space may be limited. More mature folks and those recently retired who have time to take up a creative hobby will find practical information on how to start or continue. The book is full of a lifetime of practical and tested ideas to assist you. Number of Pages: 40 Dim...

Addicted to Filet Crochet-Winter Projects - Paperback

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by Ingrid Malik-Connor (Author)A book of lace patterns for the Crochet EnthusiastAuthor BiographyIngrid Malik-Connor was born in an Army Latrine and has had Poo for brains ever since. Later, she ran away to Las Vegas NV to marry an Irishman. Always looking for adventure, she now designs Filet Crochet Lace. Number of Pages: 26 Dimensions: 0.05 x 10 x 7.99 IN Publication Date: February 03, 2011

Build This Water Wheel Fountain: Ornamental, Animated Wood Crafts, Fountain - Paperback

$26.98

by Ricky A. Ames (Author)How To Build - Animated, Lighted, Model House with/working Water Wheel, (outside Lawn Ornament/fountain) Illustrated, Step by Step Instructions, 80 pages with over 90 Illustrations, and diagrams. Designed, and Built by The Author Number of Pages: 82 Dimensions: 0.21 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: June 01, 2011

The Fly Fisher's Playbook: A Systematic Approach to Nymph Fly Fishing - Paperback

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by Duane R. Redford (Author) Number of Pages: 114 Dimensions: 0.27 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 16, 2011

12-Day Nativity: Christmas Activities for a Christ-Centered Home - Paperback

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by Marilee Whiting Woodfield (Author)Bring your family closer to Christ this Christmas with 12 days of activities, recipes, service projects, and crafts. Each day youll focus on the symbolism and meaning behind one of the figures from your Nativity set. Learn about Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the baby Jesus. Create a holiday tradition your family will want to repeat year after year. Number of Pages: 176 Dimensions: 0.4 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN Publication Date: October 13, 2015

Mysteries of the Water: Fly-Fishing for Panfish and Trout - Paperback

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by R. G. Webb (Author) Number of Pages: 110 Dimensions: 0.26 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: May 23, 2011

BABY Knitting & Crochet Patterns - Paperback

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by Angela M. Foster (Author)Knit or crochet 138 unique gifts to give away or keep them for yourself The cover shows all 33 baby items included in this book, which are: ABC blocks, baby, baby boy, baby girl, baby balloons, baby face, baby on board, ball, bassinet for boys, bassinet for girls, bib for boys, bib for girls, booties, bottle, crib for boys, crib for girls, diaper 1, diaper 2, ducky, feet prints, hand prints, mobil, onesie for girls, onesie for boys, pacifier, rattle, safety pins, ...

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by Elizabeth Cook (Author), David Friedman (Author)A collection of recipes, articles, poems, and stories related to historical recreation of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, especially within the Society for Creative Anachronism. It includes more than three hundred period recipes, each with both the original and worked out version, articles on medieval cooking, making tents, transportable period furniture, hardened leather armor, Germanic lyres, period jewelry and how to make it, and many oth...

My Way: This book teaches a unique method of making a framelock or locking liner folding knife developed by a Toolmaker - Paperback

$33.68

by Don Robinson (Author)This book teaches knifemakers how to make a framelock folding knife.Author BiographyDon Robinson is a heavily experienced Toolmaker, Manufacturing Engineer and Knifemaker. He has been making knives for the public since 1988. Don is the sole author of all his work, using the manually operated machinery in his shop. Don is an experienced heat treater and heat treats his own work. Number of Pages: 46 Dimensions: 0.1 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: August 08, 2011

PRINCESS Graphs / Charts & Patterns: For Knit, Crochet, Cross Stitch, Plastic Canvas, Beading, Etc. - Paperback

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by Angela M. Foster (Author)Included are written instructions on how to read and use these graphs / charts to make 138 knitting and crocheting projects. Projects include: wash / face / dish cloths, bath mats, place mats, throw pillows, and blankets of all sizes. The cover shows all 33 princess graphs / charts in this book, which are: baby princesses 1 & 2, bracelet, castle, coach, cowgirl hat, crowns 1,2, & 3, earrings, frog prince, glass slipper / shoe, gloves, hand mirror, necklace,...

$16.13

by Meenakshi Mukerji (Author)This is a step by step how-to book for making modular origami models based on polyhedra. You will be amazed that these stunning models are made out of something as ordinary paper. Author Meenakshi Mukerji is the winner of Origami USA's 2005 Florence Temko Award. You are bound to love this book if you love origami, polyhedra, symmetry, geometry, and mathematics. Or you will simply love it. The models presented here are proven favorites, the diagrams having been wan...

Creatures of Greek Mythology - Paperback

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by Davina Rush (Author)Did you know that Medusa was once a beautiful maiden priestess, who guarded the temple of Athena? And did you know that Pegasus was the child of the Gorgon, Medusa? Or that wherever Pegasus' hooves struck the earth, a spring of inspiration would burst forth? These are just a few of the fun facts that you'll find when you purchase The "Creatures of Greek Mythology", a coloring book and brief glossary. Each of these legendary beasts are illustrated as a detailed image, co...

Mini Knit Dolls Book 4: Mini Nativity Knits - Paperback

$26.93

by Ember Lim (Author)These 12 quick and easy little people patterns include Baby Jesus in the manger, Mary, Joseph, Shepherds and sheep, Angels and Wise Men.Mini Nativity Knits contains patterns for mini nativity characters and background scenes for your dolls as you tell The Story Of Christmas.Author BiographyEmber Lim was born and brought up in Penang, Malaysia. She worked with children first as a teacher of English and Art and Craft and later as the Children's Ministry Director at Georgeto...

Make a Stained Glass Box: The Stained Glass How To Series - Paperback

$26.93

by Sue Spire (Author)This book will teach you how to Make a Stained Glass Box with a hinged lid. There are complete step by step instructions with pictures. You will learn the techniques necessary to construct a box along with instructions showing you how to make three different types of hinges. Number of Pages: 42 Dimensions: 0.2 x 10.8 x 8.3 IN Publication Date: September 15, 2011

Slipjoints My Way: A complete method of making a slipjoint folder from raw materials all the way to the finished knife. - Paperback

$47.18

by Don Robinson (Author)A complete method of making a slipjoint folder from raw materials all the way to the finished knife. The stock removal method is utilized. 90 pages of detailed photos and descriptions of every step involved. This book includes a design for a simple slipjoint folder.Author BiographyDon Robinson is a heavily experienced Tool & Die Maker and Manufacturing Engineer. Don has been making folding knives of all types since 1988. Don has years of teaching experience that ha...

FreeHand Machine Embroidery: Beginners Guide - Paperback

$56.56

by Maggie Kruger (Author)I do not know how long ago embroidery started, but I think through the centuries, women have turned to needlecraft and embroidery for pleasure. My grandmother told us that in her days, the young ladies did not work and was taught to do needlework and embroidery. Although times have changed and the love for embroidery still remains strong, women sadly neglect this art as they do not have time. The sewing machine is a quicker medium for embroidery and decorative stitchi...

The Knitted Leaf: Hand Knitting Stitch Designs and Stitch Dictionary For Leaf Lovers - Paperback

$36.45

by Grace C. McEwen (Author)Hand Knitting Stitch Designs and Stitch Dictionary For Leaf Lovers The Knitted Leaf contains a collection of 40 leaf stitch patterns which will allow knitters to create scarves, sweaters and various other items just by switching the pattern used. Starting with a swatch you can come up with the perfect fitting vest or pullover that is unique for you. The book includes a five simple designs including a purse, scarf, hot water bottle sleeve, vest and pullover which all...

Knitting To Fit: Learn to Design Basic Sweater Patterns - Paperback

$13.43

by Elizabeth Ley O'Brien (Author)A simply written how to work book which teaches the formulas that are used in basic sweater design. Knitters will learn how to take proper measurements, start with the basics of sweater design and turn their own ideas into wearable garments. This book is easy to follow even for the beginning knitter. Neckline variations are also shown.Author BiographyElizabeth has a BS and an MS in Home Economics. She has been teaching for many years and is an expert in knitti...