Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts

Learning pyrography has never been easier with this comprehensive guide.

Intarsia, the art of making stunning picture mosaics in wood, may look intimidating but it's easier than you think!

In a world of heavy and expensive handplanes, traditional wood handplanes are affordable, light in weight, low in friction, comfortable to use, and available in a wide variety of blade angles.

The professional advice and the sheer beauty of these projects make this title a "e;must-have"e; reference for every power carver.

It's fun and easy to dye and wear your own colorful clothing!

Historic, classic, creative, and fun, leather crafting is a craft for all ages.

Carve the perfect Halloween masterpiece!

Move over rubber bands, here's the next hot trend for kids!

Expand the possibilities of quick quilting with positive-negative blocks, layers of pattern, straight seams and curved line designs.

Take a tour of the Renwick Gallery, the craft division of the Smithsonian, and enjoy an in-depth look at the artists and the work of this unparalleled collection of handmade contemporary furniture.

Leather jewelry doesn't have to be traditional!

Seaside Quilts shows you how to transform your dwelling into a relaxing shore retreat, with sea-inspired linens and home decor.

You can whittle just about anything-the only limit is your imagination.

Learn the fast and simple way to whittle in this fun introduction to woodcarving.

Plans to build 12 functional birdhouse and feeder projects, plus valuable insights on creating the perfect backyard environment to attract birds.

Awaken your modern design aesthetic with 21 striking contemporary designs for thehome.

Chess is played by millions of people worldwide.

Kids love dinosaurs!

Best of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts: Wildlife Portraits is jam packed full of 28 extraordinary animal scroll saw projects.

For more than 18 years, Bob Flexner has been inspiring woodworkers with his writings and teachings on wood finishing.

Get Back to Basics with the core information you need to succeed.

The world is complicated enough.

Get the most from your table saw and router while displaying your craftsmanship wth these 26 ingenious projects from the pages of Woodworker's Journal.

Hand-picked from the pages of Woodworker's Journal, these 15 classic projects were selected for their functionality around the house.

Build a handsome heirloom to be cherished for years to come with 21 projects hand-picked from the editors of Woodworker's Journal.

Offering 29 tried-and-true woodworking techniques from the professionals at Woodworker's Journal, this detailed guide explores everything from the basics of squaring stock and sharpening tools to the intricacies of veneering a drawer face, making this a suitable collection for both beginning woodworkers looking to learn a new skill set and experienced workers who wish to improve their techniques.

Selected from the pages of Woodworker's Journal, these classic table projects will deliver both form and function to your home.

Do you wish you had more space in your home?

If you're a woodworker who loves to create home furnishings that are both beautiful and sensible, then you'll truly value this collection of functional furniture projects.

Over 20 Great Projects for the Home from Woodworking's Top Experts!

Features 34 contemporary masters of the wooden box.

A unique look at the life of a woodturning legend - Bob Stocksdale.

Everything a woodworker needs to know at a glance.

Learn the timeless skills and techniques of sewing designer quality fashions, and creating one of a kind, custom fitted pieces that have shape, strength and beauty.

With the expert sewing techniques shared in this book, anyone can create home-made soft furnishings with a designer's flair.

Learn how to make all the building blocks of a great wardrobe.

With a friendly, down-home style, this guide encourages readers to whittle away the hours.

Have fun making these cool wooden toys, games and even gumball machines that are unexpectedly action packed.

A visual directory to the many choices and techniques available when selecting collars and necklines to perfectly enhance a garment.

The silhouette of a garment is often defined by the waistline.

This handy pocket sized guide offers all the tips, tricks, and ideas a woodworker or furniture maker needs to get the most out of this indispensable tool.

A handy pocket-sized guide that offers all the tips, tricks, and ideas a woodworker or DIY-er needs to get the most out of this indispensable tool.

Covering everything you need to get the most out of your tools, the Missing Shop Manual Series goes beyond basic safety and set up.

Learn the best methods and techniques to ensure your pockets are properly positioned, flat, and neatly sewn.

Each Missing Shop Manual will cover everything your new tool was designed to do along with the tips and techniques for maximizing its performance with jigs and fixtures.

Covering everything you need to get the most our of your circular saw and jig saw, the Missing Shop Manual Series goes beyond basic safety, assembly, and set-up.

Build the coolest car in the pinewood derby!

First timers and seasoned competitors alike can separate themselves from the rest of the pack with these speed secrets from an undefeated pinewood derby champ.

This nostalgic treasure chest of vintage art embroidery patterns offers hundreds of authentic designs from the classic magazines and needlework catalogs of yesteryear.

The exquisite art of bonsai is beautifully demonstrated in this authoritative, practical handbook, which takes the reader from a first foray into the world of miniature trees to a level of considerable expertise.