Keep and craft memories made by nature, whether it's a four-leaf clover, a bird's feather, beautiful blooms from a wedding bouquet, or something your child found for you!
The ultimate pocket guide to quilting, this book is packed with expert tips and tricks on equipment, short cuts, organization, color, patterns, machine quilting, and more!
The first-ever accessible guide on making DIY furniture from live-edge slabs, this book will show you everything you need to know about incorporating organic, natural wood pieces into your home.
Discover a fresh, new woodcraft that consists of cutting and piecing together wooden quilt blocks to make elaborate yet accessible wall hangings, decor, and more!
A complete introduction to scroll sawing, Scrolling 101 is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in learning how to create beautiful scroll saw projects!
From Jim Sweet, the inventor of Woodimals, comes this new collection of original wood animal puzzle patterns that are perfect for beginner to intermediate scroll sawyers!
Featuring 20 fresh and exciting quilt projects - from baby quilts, pouch bags, and a holiday tree skirt to a table topper, full-size quilts, wall hangings, and more - create an array of hexagons with less cutting in less time with this unique quilt-as-you-go technique!
Featuring expert tips and tricks to achieving beautiful results every time, see for yourself the limitless possibilities of making one-of-a-kind jewelry!
The approachable method of flat-plane carving is the perfect starting point for beginners to fall in love with woodcarving, or for experienced carvers to try something new!
From free motion quilting to adding borders and sashing to blocks, experienced quilters will learn several techniques for thread painting using raw edge applique.
The best and most convenient guide to stabilizers you'll ever have, Pocket Guide to Stabilizers will help you fully understand all the options for the many different types of stabilizers and which ones to use on every kind of fabric.
Discover a world of 100 English paper pieced star block patterns that fit inside a hexagon, from classic style to modern and quirky, with Hexagon Star Quilts!
The ultimate beginner-friendly guide to pyrography, Woodburning Projects and Patterns for Beginners is the perfect place to start your new favorite hobby!
In continuation of the bestselling 20-Minute Whittling Projects, author, whittling artist, carving teacher, and Woodcarving Illustrated contributor Tom Hindes brings you 16 more fast, easy, and fun whittling projects to complete in just one short sitting!
TECHNIQUESCarving and Printing a Christmas CardBy Dan ClarkeUse traditional woodblock printing to turn your carving into a cardEasy Dogs for Beginning CarversBy Mary Duke GuldanUse craft knives to carve these basic versions of man's best friendPainting Your CarvingsBy Virginia KodadekLearn techniques you can apply to any carvingConvertible Shaving HorseBy Laverne "e;Sid"e; SidlerPortable bench changes from shaving horse to carving benchPROJECTSChecking the ListBy Ellis OlsonUse basic relief cuts and simple shaping to carve a folk art SantaCarving a Spiral Bulb OrnamentBy Lyle MorganAny carver can make this complex-looking ornamentCarving a Sleepy WolfBy Desiree HajnyCarve, burn, and paint to create a realistic wildlife sculptureFolk Art AngelBy Gerald SmithSimple carving can be used as an ornament, pin, or pendantJoyful Santa PlaqueBy Bob BiermannIncised relief design celebrates the joy of the seasonWhittling Moravian Star OrnamentsBy Jody SebringUse one knife and simple geometry to carve stars in various sizesPeaceful Village WreathBy Betty PaddenCarve individual pieces and glue them together for a dramatic presentationOld World Father ChristmasBy Dave FrancisCozy-looking carving carries symbols of ChristmasSegmented Snowman OrnamentBy Sandy SmithSimple joints help this snowman danceCarving a Holly SpoonBy Glenn StewartSimple painting highlights the attractive designSpringerle OrnamentsBy John NiggemeyerFestive designs resemble traditional German Christmas cookies
FEATURES2013 Woodcarver of the Year: Fred CogelowBy Bob DuncanCombining relief techniques with realism to create fine-art carvingsBest of ShowAppreciating some of the best carvings in the country Plus!
FEATURESThe Wonderful Wizard of OregonBy Toni FitzgeraldGary Burns uses self-taught techniques to carve out a fantastic nicheBack to SchoolBy Mindy KinseyLearn to carve or hone your skills at schools and classes across the countryStory TimeBy Kathleen RyanCarlo Olkeriil tells American stories in traditional Palauan styleCarving Like ManiacsBy Ayleen StellhornTurning a Halloween hobby into a pumpkin-carving businessCNC Woodworking and Laser CuttingBy Bob DuncanComputer-controlled routers and lasers speed production for repetitive cutsPROJECTSCarving a Wood SpiritBy Harold EnlowDetailed instruction for carving your first wood spiritPower Carving an American Bison in ReliefBy Jose ValenciaLearn the techniques to carve a gunstock on a less expensive wooden plateCarving a GoldfinchBy Bob GugePractice power carving by making this popular songbirdDouble-sided Holiday OrnamentBy Glenn StewartIngenious Santa/turkey ornament is a real attention-getterCarving a Caricature HorseBy Dave StetsonWeary old nag is a great companion for any cowboy carvingCarving Kris KringleBy Bob MasonGet a head start on your holiday carving with this simple SantaCarving a ChipmunkBy Desiree HajnyCarve, burn, and paint this realistic version of a backyard visitorPATTERNSA Fantasy FavoriteBy Don DearolfCustomize this caricature wizard by changing the staff and paint colorsCarving a Little GuyBy Keith RandichLearn to carve a basic figure and then personalize it as much as you likeTECHNIQUESChip Carving an EagleBy Lora S.
FEATURESAgainst the GrainBy Mindy KinseyBook and exhibition showcase unusual designs in woodCarving in KenyaBy Bob DuncanAfrican artist creates a successful business teaching others to carveMiniature MarvelsBy Kathleen RyanDalton Ghetti carves intricate designs in pencil graphiteRoughouts & KitsBy Bob DuncanGet to the fun part faster by starting with a pre-cut blankPROJECTSCarving a SnowmanBy Lori DickieTurn a generic basswood shape into a charming snowmanMaking a Mouse in a Stocking OrnamentBy Leah GoddardCute ornament shows off your attention to detail and realistic carving skillsPlayful Reindeer OrnamentBy Floyd RhadiganCarve this quick and easy ornament for everyone on your listFolk-Art Napkin RingsBy Jeff PretzCarve and paint these colorful pieces in an afternoonSimple Folk-Art SantaBy Mike DeiterMake a unique band-saw blank and complete the carving in a weekendCarving a ZebraBy Moses KirimiKenyan carver created a stylized zebraTramp Art Christmas TreeBy Andy DiPaceSimple seasonal design is quick and easy to carveRelief Carving a Traditional OrnamentBy Glenn StewartVersatile design can be a pin or an ornamentWhittling a SantaBy Gayle IhlenfeldtUse just knife to carve most of this holiday favoriteCarving a Double Ball-in-CageBy Joseph A.
FEATURESStunning Soap CarvingBy Kathleen RyanExperts turn simple soap into works of artCarving and Turning: LathesBy Bob DuncanMake your own carving blanks while learning a new hobbyPATTERNSFantastic WizardBy Shawn CipaStylized design is easy to carve and customizeCeltic Twist Green ManBy Lora S.