Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts

Paperback reprint of the popular guide to carving gunstocks.

New full-color photos.

Full-size line drawings and photos of checkering and carving patterns by America's leading stock-makers.

Professional secrets of mounting, matting, framing, and displaying artwork, photos, collectibles, carvings, and more.

Step-by-step color photos illustrate the entire lamp-making process, from cutting the pattern and selecting glass to assembling tiles and soldering a shade.

Basic skills from an expert.

Traditional theorem painting involves making multiple-overlay stencils and using them to paint primitive, three-dimensional pictures on velvet.

First made in Elizabethan England, bandboxes remain popular in decorating.

Illustrated instructions on using wire, beads, crystals, precious metal clay, cabochons, rivets, and other materials to create unique jewelry.

Detailed instructions with full-color photographs and illustrations teach the art of Tunisian crochet.

Step-by-step photos illustrate the entire lamp-making process.

Illustrated step-by-step instruction on techniques to make a variety of beautiful and practical stained glass boxes.

Hundreds of step-by-step, full-color photographs illustrate exactly how to make cold-process soap.

Tole painting refers to decorative floral designs applied to tinware, traditionally on trays, coffeepots, teapots, cups, mugs, canisters, document boxes, and match safes.

Create unique tiles, bowls, pavers, stepping stones, planters, tabletops, birdbaths, and more.

This definitive book covers the operation, care, repair, and restoration of all kinds of wood windows, along with chapters on weather-stripping, repainting, and refinishing.

Whether you want to create an eye-catching banner for a party, some nature inspired place cards for your table, or you just want to relax while enjoying the art of lettering, this is your go-to guide.

Can the rags of her life be sewn into riches?

Your ultimate guide to carving, painting and decorating pumpkins for your home, complete with tips and recipes for getting the most out of your pumpkin all season long.

The original, authentic and bestselling guide to modern calligraphy from Chiara Perano, founder of the pioneering and unparalleled calligraphy studio Lamplighter London.

The definitive, practical guide to spoon carving, with 16 designs to create.

Learning Bead Stringing Is More Than Putting Beads On A String And Tying On A ClaspThere is an art and skill to stringing beads.

Proving that you don't need to be an expert to create beautiful pieces of quilted patchwork, this little guide covers all the basic techniques you will need to start your own projects - however ambitious they are!

Proving that you don't need to be an expert to create beautiful pieces of quilted patchwork, this little guide covers all the basic techniques you will need to start your own projects - however ambitious they are!

Beading techniques and over thirty beautiful projects for every experience level!

"e;Delicious and delectable quilts .

There is something very comforting about being wrapped up against the winter elements, and this book offers a collection of desirable handknitted accessories that you won't want to be without.

Fun to knit and quick to finish, there's nothing quite so adorable as tiny socks for little feet.

Knitting is becoming an extremely popular hobby, with knitted items featuring highly in today's fashion industry and celebrities such as Madonna and Kate Moss publicly proclaiming their love for the craft.

Discover the fascinating world of Japanese rice wine in *"e;Sake: The Art of Japanese Rice Wine - The Culture of Japan's National Drink"e;*.

Do you learn faster by seeing and doing than by wading through tedious instructions?

The most complete guide to sewing basics People are always looking for ways to cut expenses and be creative and stylish at the same time.

The most complete guide to sewing basics People are always looking for ways to cut expenses and be creative and stylish at the same time.

Origami Kit For Dummies gives you all the material you need to get started in origami.

The latest tips and techniques for working with pastels - in full color Pastels offer bright colors, a great level of portability, and no drying time - plus they're relatively inexpensive and can be used to draw and paint on almost any surface.

The latest tips and techniques for working with pastels - in full color Pastels offer bright colors, a great level of portability, and no drying time - plus they're relatively inexpensive and can be used to draw and paint on almost any surface.

A unique reference for creating and marketing original cartoons and comics An original American art form, comics thrill millions of people across the globe.

A unique reference for creating and marketing original cartoons and comics An original American art form, comics thrill millions of people across the globe.

Hands-on, full-color instruction in this versatile painting medium Acrylic paint is easy to use, quick to dry, a cinch to clean up, and relatively inexpensive which makes it a great medium for amateur artists.

Hands-on, full-color instruction in this versatile painting medium Acrylic paint is easy to use, quick to dry, a cinch to clean up, and relatively inexpensive which makes it a great medium for amateur artists.

A step-by-step visual guide to off-loom bead weaving This photo-intensive guide is a comprehensive resource for creating off-loom beadwork, from simple stitches that any beginner can do to more advanced techniques that you can work up to as you build your skills.

Paper Engineering & Pop-ups For Dummies covers a wide range of projects, from greeting cards to freestanding models.

Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form.

Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form.

Meet the people, sample the flavor, and experience the kinship through 11 unique events and more than 25 inspiring projects.

Socks are portable, fun to knit, and quick to complete and they make great gifts.

Want to know what goodies you can make with your garbage?

Reconstructing Clothes for Dummies offers inspiring projects and savvy tips on how to salvage those tired old clothes in your closet and turn them into a one-of-a-kind wardrobe.

Portable Essential Techniques Troubleshooting Time-Saving Tips Solutions to common crochet quandaries are at your fingertips anywhere you go Crochet VISUAL Quick Tips has the answers you need fast.