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

Blackwork is a traditional form of embroidery, usually worked in black thread on a white background.

Featuring more than 600 sketches depicting a vast array of architecturally and culturally significant buildings, bridges, towers, monuments, and more, Draw Like an Artist: 100 Buildings and Architectural Forms is a must-have visual reference for student and aspiring architects, artists, illustrators, and urban sketchers.

The Ruskin Pottery operated from around 1898 to 1935.

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.

Finders Keepers—A Rare Cache of Quilts from the 1900s is based on a collection of quilts found in an abandoned farmhouse in Davis County, Iowa.

Waltzes with Giants is a moving portrait of one of the earths largest endangered mammals.

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to saddle- and harness-making, with information on tools and equipment, comments on different techniques, instructions for making, and much more.

Welcome to Draw It Happy!

Create versatile wardrobe essentials with these chic new Japanese knitting patterns for apparel and accessories from cult favorite author michiyo.

Discover innovative painting and mixed-media art techniques the most inspired way possible: through rainbows of color!

Dogs can't knit.

Quilts exemplify precious things: comfort through the warmth they provide; community, since they are often created by groups; and love, given the time and effort they require.

In this unique and beautiful book, beloved doll-designer Barbara Willis guides readers through various approaches to doll design and basic and advanced construction techniques.

It's one thing to know the story of the Bible.

Travel to an exotic land with timeless designs inspired by Turkish Iznik tiles from the Ottoman Empire.

Written by expert shibori teacher Jane Callender, this beautiful, practical book is packed with both traditional and inventive stitch-resist techniques, a complete dyeing guide and an inspirational gallery of Jane's work.

Everything you need to know to make eco-friendly, long-lasting, and beautiful soy candles.

Gather your life experiences and transform them into a legacy quilt!

Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility.

Create exquisite, long-lasting quilled paper flowers with this step-by-step detailed guide!

So CraSy waren Socken noch nie!

Discover the intricate world of modular Kusudama paper folding!

Bring a new artistic dimension to your projects with this inspiring reference from the bestselling author of First Steps to Free-Motion Quilting.

From Bonnets to Bearskin Rugs .

A complete guide to making wooden toys and trucks!

No matter what the season or the outfit, keep your hands covered in high style!

* High-profile author * Fantastic innovative techniques to inspire pastel artists * Packed with excellent tuition and inspiring paintings * 6 beautiful step-by-step projects

A comprehensive, authoritative account of the natural history of the seashore, from earliest times to the present day.

Learn the Ins and Outs of Your Cricut(R) Through Fun and Easy CraftsCricut(R) authority and The Country Chic Cottage founder Angie Holden brings you the most comprehensive resource that will help you make the most of your Cricut (R) machine.

Zauberhafte Natur: Blüten, Holz, Zapfen, Steine, Muscheln und Beeren sind die Hauptdarsteller in Pia Pedevillas neuem BuchMit den Schätzen der Natur entstehen bezaubernde Dekorationen und kleine Geschenke für das ganze Jahr.

Take your paper folding to an advanced level with this user-friendly origami book.

A modern approach to traditional Japanese floral design.

A perfect companion to Read and Share BibleTM that helps young families teach about God's Word!

Artistic guidance for painting ships and seascapes in acrylics, featuring two dozen projects to inspire your creativity.

Let an expert teach you the traditional craft of Japanese country quilting, “the perfect simple, low-cost hobby to get you off your phone” (Slate).

A Fine Line celebrates in an accessible popular history the accomplishments of contemporary fine craftspeople.

You've Never Knitted Rectangles Like These Before!

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.

A detailed, step-by-step guide to successfully altering and repairing ready-made apparel that will help you achieve the perfect fit and extend the life of your clothing.

The beauty of Indigo quilts is undeniable.

Designing and constructing something from wood is one of the simplest and most enjoyable pastimes.

Learn how to create twelve stunning contemporary quilts and develop your own designs using improvisational methods.