Crafts & Hobbies

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Pallet Craft: 20 Creative Makes Using Wooden Pallets - Paperback

$22.95

by Emma Basden (Author)If you like the natural, rustic look in your home and want to make furniture and home accessories to suit, then look no further: this comprehensive, step-by-step guide tells you all you need to know to make a range of stunning pieces for inside and out using wood sourced from pallets. 20 step-by-step projects for both indoor and outdoor projects suitable for DIY novices, using simple tools and techniques environmentally friendly, inexpensive and trendy projects includ...

Forest Craft: A Child's Guide to Whittling in the Woodland - Paperback

$29.99

by Richard Irvine (Author)With an emphasis on safety and adult supervision, Forest Craft presents a range of simple and fun whittling projects that children can make and enjoy hours of play with afterwards. The author, Richard Irvine, extols the virtues of exploring woodlands, getting to know the trees in your local area and learning about their characteristics and suitability for whittling. Projects include kazoo, mini furniture, duck call, rhythm sticks and elder wand. Includes a thorough...

Weekend Makes: Patchwork: 25 Quick and Easy Projects to Make - Paperback

$22.95

by GMC (Author)Weekends are the perfect time to get crafting This stash-busting sewing book, aimed at beginner to intermediate crafters, has 25 quick and easy projects to make, all from fat quarters or fabric scraps. Each project has easy-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography, as well as a comprehensive techniques section. Ideal for using up leftover remnants of fabric to make great gifts. Give them to your family and friends, or keep them for yourself Projects incl...

Crocheted Succulents: Cacti and Other Succulent Plants to Make - Paperback

$24.99

by Emma Varnam (Author)If you love houseplants but have an unerring ability to kill everything off, fear not, because these cute creations don't require green fingers There are 25 splendid succulents to make in a variety of shapes and sizes for a touch of indoor greenery that will never need watering, repotting or special plant food. Each project is beautifully photographed and includes clear patterns and guidance. Includes a techniques section that gives clear instructions on all the skil...

Weekend Makes: Stash Knitting: 25 Quick and Easy Projects to Make - Paperback

$22.95

by GMC (Author)Make the most of that stash of yarn that so many of us have lurking in a cupboard or drawer with this exciting collection of patterns. Each fun project uses between 2 and 4 balls of yarn to create something delightful for your home, to give as a gift or to enjoy yourself. Suitable for different levels of knitting expertise, there's something to suit every knitter and every stash. Projects include: beanie hat, baby booties, blanket, mug hug, scarf and hot water bottle cover. ...

Fat Quarter: Toys: 25 Projects to Make from Short Lengths of Fabric - Paperback

$19.95

by Susie Johns (Author)Fat Quarter: Toys is the latest addition to a fabulous series of stash-busting sewing books. There are 25 cute and colorful toys and games to make for young children, all from fat quarters or fabric scraps. Each project has clear step-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography, and there's a useful tools and techniques section for those who are new to sewing. Ideal for using up leftover remnants of fabric, and the projects make great gifts. Projects ...

$14.95

by Lisa Shackleton (Author)Solid-Point Pyrography is a beginner's guide to solid-point pyrography, a particular method of decorative burning on wood and other materials. The solid-point woodburning tool is reasonably prices and easy to use, with a variety of tips for drawing, shading and mark making, providing a quick and cost-effective introduction to this wonderfully creative and enjoyable ancient craft. included are 15 simple step-by-step solid-point projects suitable for the absolute beg...

Knitted Cars and Trucks: A Collection of Vehicles to Knit - Paperback

$19.95

by Sarah Keen (Author)Live life in the knitted fast lane with these super-cool, super-sized knitted cars and trucks for children to enjoy. Wave goodbye to little metal vehicles being driven into furniture and painful feet from treading on small metal parts, and say hello to these wonderfully soft, squishy four wheelers. Complete with a knitted road playmat to drive them on and accessories such as traffic lights, cones and barriers to add to the fun, children will get hours and hours of playti...

The Horrible Craft Book: 30 Macabre Makes to Freak Out Your Family and Frighten Your Friends - Paperback

$19.95

by Laura Minter (Author), Tia Williams (Author)Test out your threshold for all things horrible with this disgusting book From cornflour vomit and cat poo truffles to smelly socks and bug soap, the strength of your stomach will be truly tested by this revolting and gruesome collection of projects. Using everyday ingredients and items from around the house, Laura and Tia have once again come up with fun and engaging makes that your little horrors will find hilarious. Grown-ups, get ready to cr...

Cylinder Seal Glyptic in Predynastic Egypt and Neighbouring Regions - Paperback

$87.84

by Jane A. Hill (Author)Prior to the last decade, few cylinder seals and no impressed sealings had ever been discovered in Predynastic Egyptian archaeological contexts. This monograph reviews important new finds from Abydos (Upper Egyptian Cemetery U) which demonstrate that cylinder seals were indeed used for sealing purposes, as well as other finds from Egypt and Nubia, which may be reevaluated in light of these discoveries. Seals and sealings from Lower Nubia and the southern Palestinian si...

The Complete Guide to Joint-Making - Paperback

$24.95

by John Bullar (Author)Joint-making - a top priority for woodworkers Woodworkers have plenty to cheer about with The Complete Guide to Joint-Making. This comprehensive and practical book demystifies the all-important subject of choosing, designing, and cutting woodworking joints. It's packed with insightful information and tricks of the trade that will advance the work of novices and seasoned craftsmen alike. The litmus test for woodworkers. Strong, appropriate, and well-fitting joints are o...

Simple Tailoring & Alterations: Hems - Waistbands - Seams - Sleeves - Pockets - Cuffs - Darts - Tucks - Fastenings - Necklines - Linings - Paperback

$26.99

by J. Francois-Campbell (Author)An insider's secrets to tailoring and making alterations. Master the basics and more with Simple Tailoring & Alterations, a practical guide written by an accomplished costume maker and theatrical tailor. With over thirty years experience in the garment industry, J. Francois-Campbell knows every tailoring trick of the trade and shares them with you. A nip and a tuck for the perfect fit.Off-the-rack clothing rarely fits well because it was not made to your sp...

Winning Big: The Life, Loves, Times and Tips of Contest Queen Carol Shaffer (Biography/Contest Tips) - Hardcover

$53.93

by Colin Mitchell (Author), Michael B. Davie (Editor)Winning Big is the candid and thought-provoking story of Carol Shaffer's rise from impoverished beginnings and child abuse to become the foremost winner of contests in America. Shaffer has won literally thousands of prizes, amounting to many hundreds of thousands of dollars in value. She's travelled the world, dined with Oprah Winfrey and other celebrities and won so many prizes she's taken to giving away TV sets and contributing heavily to...

$10.13

by Dandi Palmer (Author)Patterns, a pixie, teapot, cockatoo, doll, genie, cat, dragon, magician, and many more original pictures. 44 pages to colour in.For all age groups.The pictures are on one side of the paper, which is not thick and best suited to a dry medium.Downloadable files of these pictures to print out can be found at https: //www.booksfromdodo.u Number of Pages: 92 Dimensions: 0.19 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: August 29, 2015

100+ Fun Ideas for Playground Games - Paperback

$24.30

by Christine Green (Author)Make outdoor playtime fun and enjoyable with this wonderful collection of traditional and new games that will soon become playground favourites. Aimed at KS1 and KS2 pupils, activities will suit individual pupils, groups or even the whole class. Uses readily available equipment such as balls and skipping ropes. Number of Pages: 110 Dimensions: 0.23 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: September 29, 2009

Practical Taxidermy: A Manual of Instruction to the Amateur in Collecting, Preserving, and Setting up Natural History Specimens of All Kind - Paperback

$71.98

by Montagu Browne (Author)Practical Taxidermy - A Manual of Instruction In Collecting, Preserving, And Setting up Natural History Specimens of All Kinds, With Accitional Instructions In Modelling And Artistic Taxidermy. By Montague Browne, F.S.Z. This comprehensive manual on early taxidermy was published in London in 1884, and is much sought after by modern taxidermists for its wealth of detail and historical content. The author was curator of the Town Museum, Leicester, and considered to be ...

Beeswax Molding & Candle Making - Paperback

$23.76

by Richard Taylor (Author) Number of Pages: 38 Dimensions: 0.08 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: May 11, 2012

The Power of Perfume: The Values of Scent and Aroma - Paperback

$10.78

by Joules Taylor (Author)The perfumes of life are all around us. Freshly mown grass, a pine forest, baking bread, the sea and the seashore all provide refreshing and welcoming fragrances, while the clinical smell of a hospital or the pungent stench of a farmyard may be less appealing. Our own personal aromas play a large part in the quality of our life as well, whether they are natural or chosen. In this instructive volume, the author demonstrates how scent and fragrance can have life-improvi...

Dream Catcher: a soul bird's journey - Paperback

$14.38

by Christina Rose (Created by)Dream Catcher: a soul bird's journeyA beautiful and inspiring colouring book for all agesTake a journey of discovery with the soul bird as it travels through a black and white world of intricate scenes and dreams.Appealing to all ages this gorgeous & inspiring colouring book reaches deeper and further than ever before. Beautifully detailed illustrations and motivational words encourage us to listen to the voice within ourselves and take your colouring journey...

Mind Healing Anti-Stress Art Therapy Colouring Book: Calming Colours - Paperback

$14.38

by Christina Rose (Author)Mind Healing: calming coloursExperience Mind Healing through colouring with this new range of three anti-stress art therapy colouring books.Celebrating the profound positive effects of creativity this specially created series encourages relaxation and stimulates the brain to move in different directions.Promoting concentration and mindfulness, expression through art is a therapy we can all benefit from and particularly those with cognitive impairment.Let colour help ...

Mind Healing Anti-Stress Art Therapy Colouring Book: Stimulate The Senses - Paperback

$14.38

by Christina Rose (Author)Mind Healing: stimulate the sensesExperience Mind Healing through colouring with this new range of three anti-stress art therapy colouring books.Celebrating the profound positive effects of creativity this specially created series encourages relaxation and stimulates the brain to move in different directions.Promoting concentration and mindfulness, expression through art is a therapy we can all benefit from and particularly those with cognitive impairment.Let colour ...

Dream Catcher: life on earth - Paperback

$14.38

by Christina Rose (Author)Dream Catcher: Life On Earth A powerful & inspiring colouring book celebrating the beauty of nature Relax as you wander through Life On Earth with Christina Rose's hugely successful Dream Catcher series of colouring books. Gorgeously detailed illustrations are coupled with positive words, which together celebrate the power and beauty of the natural world around us and promote personal relaxation through art therapy. Reconnect with the natural world and encourage ...

Secret Eden: anti-stress art therapy colouring book - Paperback

$14.38

by Christina Rose (Author)Secret Eden anti-stress art therapy colouring book Enter the splendour of nature's Secret Eden with Christina Rose's stunning new colouring book. Capturing the beauty of the world of wildlife, Secret Eden draws you closer with its intricate illustrations and inspiring words of nature's natural power. Explore a new creative vocabulary as you add beauty and colour to the world of Secret Eden and lose yourself in the moment as you create. Appealing to all ages, you'll f...

Kids' Creative Craft Activities - Paperback

$21.58

by Cecilia Egan (Author), Christine Eddy (Illustrator)Kids' Creative Craft Activities provides hours of creative fun for pre-schoolers and older children, using materials which are easily obtained. Easy projects include Plaster Casts, Paper Plate Masks, Painted Squirters, Bake-A-Frame, Dancing Puppet, Make Your Own Broom, Pecking Bird and many more. Part of the 'Parents' Time off' series, this beautifully illustrated book will delight every family Number of Pages: 48 Dimensions: 0.12 x 9 x 6 ...

$21.58

by Christine Eddy (Author), Christine Eddy (Illustrator)Kids' Holiday Activities provides hours of creative fun for pre-schoolers and older children, using materials which are easily obtained. We use the word 'holiday' to mean vacations rather than special festivals; however some of the activities herein can be used to make festive decorations or festive gifts and gift-wraps. Many of the projects will allow the interaction of brothers and sisters and can optionally involve parents. In today's...

$21.58

by Linda Swainger (Author), Cecilia Egan (Illustrator)The activities in this fascinating book use materials that are easily found in the garden, at the beach, in the bush or at the park. Children of all ages will have hours of fun making decorative and useful items out of seedpods, seashells and other natural objects. Number of Pages: 80 Dimensions: 0.17 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: May 01, 2015

Carving for Kids: An Introduction to Woodcarving - Paperback

$16.95

by Robin Edward Trudel (Author)Spark your child's creativity with the beautiful art of woodcarving!Woodcarving is the perfect art for nurturing a child's creative spirit. Requiring nothing more than a few simple tools and a little inspiration, woodcarving allows children to express their imagination while fostering manual dexterity and a sense of accomplishment. Carving for Kids is a child-centered introduction to woodcarving with 11 skill-building projects for children ages 4 to 17.Carving f...

Let's Party, Here's How: Mardi Gras-The New Orlean's Tradition - Paperback

$23.02

by Robin Gillette (Author)Getting Ready for Mardi Gras? Celebrating the New Orleans' tradition creates and exciting and fun evening for all partygoers. This book is your step-by-step guide on how to host a fabulous Mardi Gras party in your home.You will be shown how to turn your home into a Mardi Gras carnival, fabulous Cajun cuisine recipes & delicious deserts, how to make a hurricane & mint Julep, festive costumes and accessories, and Mardi Gras games, traditions & activities. R...

Finding Home: A Memoir of Arts and Crafts - Paperback

$10.75

by Anne Ayers Koch (Author)Finding Home speaks to everyone who appreciates arts and crafts and the role they play making a home. In a series of twenty-six brief essays the author reflects on a range of topics-from rug hooking and macrame to tole painting, letter writing, calligraphy, card making, and porcelain painting. The book is a tribute to the ability of modest excursions into popular crafts to make a difference-by making us aware of the beauty and lessons found as we create in multiple ...

Market Yourself: A Marketing System for Smart and Creative Business Owners - Paperback

$38.81

by Tara Swiger (Author)Market Yourself: A Marketing System for Smart and Creative Business Owners is more than just a book about marketing - it's a book about YOU. Your strengths, your weaknesses, what makes your product unique and good and worthy of an audience. In its 150+ pages, you'll find more than 30 hands-on worksheets designed to take your business forward, fast Number of Pages: 166 Dimensions: 0.35 x 11 x 8.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: May 10, 2012

Repeating Patterns Coloring Book: 101 Unique Designs - Paperback

$13.43

by Mary Robertson (Author)This coloring book features 101 full page illustrations of intricate repeating patterns, designed to challenge and entertain a wide age range of coloring enthusiasts. Number of Pages: 208 Dimensions: 0.44 x 11.02 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: October 16, 2012

$18.34

by Ali Zigerelli (Illustrator), Dorie Bailey (Text by (Art/Photo Books))Featuring charming illustrations, quality paper, and perforated pages, this adult coloring book has thirty-eight full-page images of Pasadena. Users can add their own artistic details to everything from the iconic city hall and the famous Rose Parade and Rose Bowl to such beloved local landmarks as Vroman's Bookstore, the Del Mar jacarandas, Huntington Library, Old Town, Arlington Garden, the Norton Simon, a bungalow cour...