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Shipwreck in a bottle: Build a replica of any ship or shipwreck with this complete guide to mastering the ancient mariners art of building sh - Paperback

$33.68

by Dan Berg (Author)For many, a ship-in-a-bottle is perhaps the most recognizable classic piece of nautical decor available. This fascinating book puts a new twist on this ancient maritime art. For years shipwrecks have intrigued and fascinated everyone from treasure hunters and divers to fisherman and maritime historians. Now you can learn how to create your own unique Shipwreck-in-a-bottle maritime masterpiece. This 124 page text is heavily illustrated with hundreds of color images. Find ou...

Beading Basics 2: Advanced Techniques for Adding Beadwork to Fabric - Paperback

$20.23

by Carlita Delcorso (Author)Created for novices and those individuals new to the world of hand-beaded fabrics, this is the second instructional book by Carlita on additional techniques used to bead on lace or embellish fabric and garments with custom beading. If you've ever wanted to embellish a sweater or blouse or rejuvenate your favorite little black dress, or learn how to add beaded embroidery to any fabric, this book will provide you with the beading techniques to do so. Step-by-step gui...

Creating Gem, Beaded & Bonsai Wire Trees: Step by Step Instructions, 400 Photos & Drawings - Paperback

$26.93

by Sal Villano (Author)This book is the result of more than three years of work. My inspiration for writing my third book on the subject of creating wire trees and other pieces using wire, came to me while showing my work at many art and craft shows, and in art galleries. Interested people would ask me how I got started, and, some people, who were really interested in my work, said I should write a book showing how I create my tree sculpture. I have taken great care in creating this third boo...

Silver Jewelry Making: An Easy & Complete Step by Step Guide - Paperback

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by Janet Evans (Author)Wearing jewelry is essential to helping women developed their own style. For women wishing to create a look that's unique, the last thing they'll want to invest money in is mass produced pieces of jewelry. It's for this reason alone, learning the skills needed for making silver jewelry could prove extremely beneficial. When it comes to making such pieces you need to know where to purchase the right kinds of supplies. In this book not only do we discuss what's needed to ...

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by OrigamiUSA (Author)An anthology of over 50 models from origami artists around the world. A wide range of styles and difficultly levels are represented. Contains works not published elsewhere. Number of Pages: 252 Dimensions: 0.53 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: August 26, 2013

Candle Making Secrets Exposed: Learn How To Make Professional Candles At Home For Fun And Profit - Paperback

$13.19

by Mark Smith (Author)Perfect for the beginner I have been thinking of making my own candles for a while but wasn't sure what book to go for. This is exactly what I needed Very simply written with pictures to demonstrate various techniques and a list of the equipment needed. Very Good, Worth It Had a quick sift through and it looks very informative and some nice illustrations. Simple to follow well worth the price. You will learn how to make beautiful candles that not only look good but sm...

$22.88

by Liz Cademy (Illustrator), Liz Cademy (Author)"Chain mail is so complicated I could never do that " Yes you can. With the techniques presented in this book, you'll soon be making chains and sheet weaves for jewelry and armor. Chain mail isn't complicated, with the right instructions. In Introduction to Chain Mail, you'll learn about the tools and materials needed to make mail, and master eight different weaves. Directions for several complete projects are included. This book is lavishly...

Modelling Figures in Clay. Simple Animals.: Practical clay modelling made easy. - Paperback

$10.80

by Brian Rollins (Author)This is the first of a series of publications designed to be used as teaching or learning aids to be used by teachers to develop clay modelling skills themselves or as classroom projects to develop pupil's clay modelling skills. The models are based on years of experience teaching in nursery and primary education and with groups of adults and children with special educational needs. Each book contains several practical projects, demonstrated in a step by step manner e...

Your Guide To Beaded Art Work Crafting Made Easier! - Paperback

$23.38

by Shanell Busby (Author) Number of Pages: 26 Dimensions: 0.07 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: December 20, 2013

In Stitches: Susan Battle's Introduction to Needlepoint - Paperback

$21.60

by Susan Battle (Author)This book, intended as an introduction to needlepoint, will walk you through every step of the process from selecting a canvas and fibers to threading the needle to actually stitching. Plus there's a section on troubleshooting.Author BiographyI am Susan Kenney Battle, author of this needlepoint guide and owner of The Point of It All, Washington DC's premier needlepoint shop since 2007. I have been needlepoint my whole life and love it. I hope to share my love of needle...

Wirewrapping with Wire and Metal - Paperback

$28.33

by Jim McIntosh (Author)In this forth book from Artist/Author Jim McIntosh you'll learn how to create beautiful jewelry using wire and metal sheet. All of the techniques are 100% Wirewrapping...No Fire...No Solder...No Sawing. The projects in the book will take what you may already know about wire art and expand it to a new horizon. Each project is taught in such a way that everyone from novice to expert will be able to create a wonderful piece of jewelry. Number of Pages: 122 Dimensions: 0.2...

Sharon's NO-FAIL Guide to Pouring Resin Jewelry - Paperback

$17.48

by Sharon J. Gilbertson (Author)Sharon's book is detailed, organized, and easy-to-follow. She wrote her "How-To" book because she wanted to help others enjoy first time success with resin. In addition to her step-by-step presentation, she also provides her readers with a humorous look at her own personal ups and downs using resin. "It's so important to take oneself lightly", she says, "I've enjoyed life more, I think, because I'm able to laugh at myself". Sharon is a life-long artist, but her...

Step by Step Machine Sewing Basics: Learn the Beginning Basics of Sewing Including Hands-on Practice and Projects! - Paperback

$21.58

by Sharon Clay (Author)Step by Step Machine Sewing Basics is the first volume in a series of books that give sewing instructions at progressive levels of expertise. This full color book walks you through step by step sewing basics from learning what the marks on the sewing machine needle or throat plate mean to hands on-practice exercises and sewing projects. The author assumes the person reading and following the instructions in this book is a person without any knowledge of sewing or is sup...

All Wrapped Up In Paracord: Knife and Tool Wraps, Survival Bracelets, And More Projects With Parachute Cord - Paperback

$18.83

by Nicholas Tomihama (Author)Developed as a replacement for silk parachute lines in World War II, Paracord has since proven itself as a tough and reliable cord. It can be used to enhance the grip of knives and tools as well as be woven and knotted into standalone gear and accessories. With over 600 black and white pictures, All Wrapped Up In Paracord will guide you step by step through different wraps and projects perfect for the beginning paracordist. Learn to combine simple wraps and knots ...

Charcoal Portraits from Photographs - Paperback

$24.46

by Talbot Cox (Author)Talbot Cox's easy-to-read guide is more than just another portrait book. This is a practical self-help guide for the novice portrait artist with little or no experience of portraiture. Talbot has years of experience in giving workshops on creating charcoal portraits from photographs. His work with students and his own experiences attending workshops with renowned artists the world over have equipped him with the insight required to set budding artists on their way. Facia...

Thirty Steps to Clay Modelling.: Modelling Figures in Clay. - Paperback

$16.20

by Brian Rollins (Author)The book title tells the story, we outline and explain general pottery making skills. We describe the simple pottery making and modelling tools and where to acquire them or make them yourself. Topics covered are clay preparation, slab pots, thumb pots, coilpots and clay modelling. Includes six practical step by step projects encompassing all the skills and equipment described which ensures that the student gets practice in all these skills and experience in using the ...

The Unique Vintage Crochet Patterns: Step by Step Guide to Make Vintage Crocheting - Paperback

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by Emma Moore (Author)The Unique Vintage Crochet Patterns: Step by Step Guide to Make Vintage CrochetingVintage crochet has enormous character which is displayed in various forms and styles. It is no wonder that antique patterns are sought after by those looking to recreate classic items from a past era. Need some help translating crochet terms? Yeah me too. To the uninitiated, a modern crochet pattern can look like a secret spy code. If you start mucking around with decades old vintage patte...

Beginning Gemstone and Jewelry Carving - Paperback

$40.43

by Dick Friesen (Author)The information in this book covers free-form carving as it applies to jewelry. Most of the information also applies to other forms of carving although the tools used may be very different. For example, if you want to carve something the size of Mt. Rushmore, you will need a lot of dynamite. I think a common misconception of hard rock carving is that it is difficult to do. If you take nothing else from this book I hope to at least dispel that idea. Carving does require...

Porsche 356: The Engine Handbook: An Engine Assembly Guide - Paperback

$58.12

by Cole R. Scrogham (Author)The Porsche 356 Engine Assembly Handbook is a self guided tour through the unique engine that started it all for Porsche. Cole Scrogham steps the reader through very practical steps using photos and instructions to assembling a 356 engine, giving lots of helpful hints along the way including details all the way down to the proper fastener type and plating. This book is for the novice and experienced restorer alike and written by one of the foremost 356 experts in A...

Super Scary Monster Coloring & Activity Book - Paperback

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by Thomas J. Phelan (Author)A collection of creepy stories of the classic haunted creatures with pictures to color and puzzles to solve. Super Scary Monster Coloring and Activity Book is perfect for the Halloween season or monster lovers in general. Number of Pages: 78 Dimensions: 0.16 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: March 04, 2013

Modelling Figures in Clay. Upright Animals. - Paperback

$12.15

by Brian Rollins (Author)The book contains details of six practical projects each one described in a step by step easy to follow manner, simple basic shapes are used as building blocks in the creation of each model. Models in this publication have been developed over years of teaching practical, hands-on pottery to school children, adults and students with special educational needs. Basic pottery skills are embodied in the designs and the upright nature of the figures leads to self expression...

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by Tricia L. Edwards (Author)By Tricia Shafer now Tricia Edwards. I love to manipulate the stitches into interesting textures and shapes on my knitting machine. This is far more interesting to me than fairisle or intarsia designs. Something about getting my fingers next to the yarn, and digging in with my tools that is so satisfying. This book is a collection of twisted stitches to create trims to start any machine knit piece. Each trim starts at the cast on edge of the knit, but can easily b...

Serving for Beginners: Review standing position for basic serve in Tennis - Paperback

$43.20

by Rita Ferdinando (Author)Serving for Beginners, teaches you where to be standing after each serve for development of learning to play games in Tennis. Be the first to order by Google Home or Amazon prime by asking for Serving for Beginners By Rita Ferdinando Number of Pages: 26 Dimensions: 0.07 x 10 x 7 IN Publication Date: April 10, 2013

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by Tricia L. Edwards (Author)If you love the look of crochet edges, then you are going to enjoy making these easier than crochet edgings on your machine knits by Tricia Shafer now Tricia Edwards. The only required crochet skill is making a chain stitch. The chain stitch can be made with a crochet hook, latch tool or using a finger crochet method. So no matter your skill level, you can make these edgings on your knitting machine. Each edging starts as the cast on edge for the piece, so it come...

Creating Pastel Champions: A Step-By-Step Guide to Painting Model Horses with Pastels - Paperback

$17.53

by Sarah Tregay (Author)Learn to paint realistic model horses with pastels. Glowing blood bays, flashy palominos, darling dapples, loud appaloosas and stunning pintos are all within reach for horse enthusiasts of all ages with this step-by-step guide. You'll enjoy working in pastels because they are easy to blend, simple to apply, and most of all, the results are true-to-life coat colors.Author BiographySarah Tregay lives in Eagle, Idaho with her husband, two Boston Terriers, and an appaloosa...

Colors Flowing from My Mind!: An Intergenerational Coloring Book - Paperback

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by Loretta Woodward Veney (Author)The designs in Colors Flowing from My Mind make it easy for everyone, especially young children and older adults, to experience the joy of coloring without the worry of staying within small lines and spaces. The large open spaces and various shapes will appeal to the user's imagination and creativity while providing stress-free fun The designs were created by the author specifically for her Mom Doris who was diagnosed with dementia in 2006. As her disease p...

The Starving Artist's Lampwork Project Book: How to create unique art glass items using glass rods & tubes and a torch - Paperback

$20.18

by John R. Cumbow (Editor), Fledgling Studio (Author)The Starving Artist's Lampwork Project Book includes 18 illustrated step-by-step lampworked glass projects for the beginning lampworker. Starting with a brief tutorial of basic lampworking methods, the techniques and projects included here were originally created for use in rehabilitation centers for soldiers returning from overseas after World War II. Also known as scientific glassblowing, lampwork is a method of manipulating glass rods an...

Model Boat Building made Easy - Paperback

$13.43

by Irwin L. Watts (Illustrator), Irwin L. Watts (Author)A great book on Building Model boats with some new ideas of how to use Styrofoam in the body of boats and ships. An easy way to build the model boat of your dreams with new ideas that will take a lot of guess work out of the drawing boat plans the old fashioned way so time to get started.Author BiographyWas born in Massachusetts and moved to Michigan around 1933. Studied art and did many sports. Became a Taxidermist for 23 years and also...

Crochet for Beginners who want to Improve: Continue to Learn to Crochet using UK Crochet Terminology - Paperback

$27.00

by Ali Campbell (Author)Using lots of colour step-by-step photos & a unique Traffic Light Crochet Teaching System, Ali will take Crochet Beginners through a series of projects that are written in easy to understand patterns, which will help to build confidence in pattern reading & Crochet techniques in no time at all. Beginners are often left to fend for themselves when it comes to pattern reading, once they've learnt a few basic stitches & this could break a newly self taught or ...

The Nifty '50s: A Decade of Cars in Scale - Paperback

$24.28

by Harry Pristovnik (Illustrator), Bill Coulter (Author)The first volume in a continuing series, "The Nifty '50s" is a model builder's workbench manual featuring nine iconic '50s cars. This book includes ideas, tips, tricks and techniques to help builders create their own model cars from the "nifty '50s." Filled with comprehensive text, factory reference materials and step-by-step color photos, the author takes us through the creation of his miniature masterpieces, explaining the process and ...

$33.68

by OrigamiUSA (Author)An anthology of over 50 models from origami artists around the world. A wide range of styles and difficultly levels are represented. Contains works not published elsewhere. Number of Pages: 242 Dimensions: 0.51 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: June 01, 2013

Clothing Designers Sketch Pad - Paperback

$13.75

by Jeannie Weiss (Author)This book provides an easy way to sketch fashion idea's. It provides incentive and inspiration to those who would like to be a fashion designer. For all ages. Repeated pages of simple lined torsos, 3 on each page. You can sketch all front views or front and back. From dresses to gowns or pants to shorts, ideas are endless. You will need a pencil, eraser and some colored pencils Hours of fun. Who knows, maybe you'll be a fashion run-way designer. Number of Pages: 52 Di...