Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts

The purpose of these Hand Books is to bring the Various Branches of the Textile Industry conveniently arranged before the reader so that he may consult whatever subject of the Industry he is more particularly interested in.

A HANDBOOK OF WEAVES.

Originally published in the 1930s.

Originally published in 1927.

Originally published in 1906 as part of the Artistic Crafts Series of Technical Handbooks.

In this collection of Embroidery Stitches, I have endeavoured to place before those artists who are interested in needlecraft an exposition of the most useful and artistic stitches that have formed a part of my own work during several years' study and practice of Art Embroidery.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.

This book was the first book ever published in America on the subject of quilts and contains all the information one might want to know about the topic.

This vintage book contains a detailed treatise on pattern design, being a practical book for students concerning the anatomy, planning, and evolution of repeated ornament.

This vintage book is a fascinating and detailed study on the history of masks and marionettes, with information on early development, popularity and influence throughout the ages, notable practitioners, and much more.

This antique text contains a series of comprehensive guides to making all kinds of cabinets, shelving and storage facilities for the house.

This book contains a detailed guide to making a variety of small items from wood, including trays, boxes, cabinets, lamps, and much more.

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before.

This book is a collection of vintage articles on the subject of installing miniature steam engines in model vehicles.

This book is a collection of vintage articles on the design and construction model trains and railways, with information on using electricity to power signalling systems, engines, ramps, and much more.

This text comprises a wonderfully detailed and expansive handbook for crafting in a variety of common mediums, including metal, leather, wood, rope, yarn, pottery, and stone.

This book contains a detailed guide to the materials, frames and tools necessary to successful lampshade making.

The tying, forming, and arranging of bows have always been considered a feature of paramount importance in the art of millinery.

This vintage book is a comprehensive manual on the building of model clipper ships, with information on constructing everything from the simplest waterline types to fine scale models fit for exhibition.

This book is a collection of vintage articles on the subject of mountaineering and the use of climbing rope.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.

This vintage book is a fascinating study of dolls in ancient civilisations, specifically those of ancient Egypt, Greek, and Rome.

Contained within this volume is a detailed and comprehensive guide to general metalworking, with specific information materials, soldering, tools, and methods of sheet metalwork relating to farm and agricultural work.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.

Detailing traditional methods for simple garment making, this classic tailoring guide explores essential stitches and seams every dressmaker must know.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.

This volume comprises a comprehensive manual for farriers and veterinarians.

This antique book contains a detailed guide to the designing and making of hats.

This text contains a comprehensive treatise on blacksmithing and welding.

The 'ShipCraft' series provides in-depth information about building and modifying model kits of famous warship types.

The 'ShipCraft' series provides in-depth information about building and modifying model kits of famous warship types.

Fifteen clever crochet projects from scrunchies to scrap rugs!

colorful Crochet Accessories is packed full of crochet makes for you and your home.

"e;Hall digs into kitchen chemistry in this cozy guide to using plants to make dyes .

"e;Hall digs into kitchen chemistry in this cozy guide to using plants to make dyes .

There has been a recent renaissance in our relationship and interaction with textiles in interior design.

There has been a recent renaissance in our relationship and interaction with textiles in interior design.

From a spring cake topper to festive winter wrapping paper, craft your way through the year by mixing painting with other art mediums.

From a spring cake topper to festive winter wrapping paper, craft your way through the year by mixing painting with other art mediums.

Start embroidering your own clothes with inspiration from Connie's book full of detailed embroidery projects that will have you captivated by the technique of free-motion embroidery.

Start embroidering your own clothes with inspiration from Connie's book full of detailed embroidery projects that will have you captivated by the technique of free-motion embroidery.

The aim of this book is to provide detailed information, practical help, handy hints and tips in regards to all aspects of Metal Detecting.

The aim of this book is to provide detailed information, practical help, handy hints and tips in regards to all aspects of Metal Detecting.

Simple step by step guide with clear diagrams and photographs, allowing beginning to advanced felters to make a variety of projects for gift-giving or holiday decor.

Simple step by step guide with clear diagrams and photographs, allowing beginning to advanced felters to make a variety of projects for gift-giving or holiday decor.

Turn old clothes and textiles into unique, decorative, useful projects!

Turn old clothes and textiles into unique, decorative, useful projects!

"e;[A] precise and comprehensive debut, a guide to using silver metal clay .

"e;[A] precise and comprehensive debut, a guide to using silver metal clay .

Even a quick walk in the countryside or Sunday stroll along the beach can yield the most interesting and attractive materials for making beautiful decorations for the home.