Inexpensive and Easy to work with, concrete can be used to create dozens of useful and stylish accessories for the home and garden: tiles, pavers, bowls, planters, tabletops, stepping stones, birdbat
The basics of using beads and wire to create custom pieces Each technique carefully described and illustrated Create pieces for yourself and friends, or to sell This fully illustrated guide shows how
Instructions, patterns, and step-by-step photos for 18 projects—candleholders, sun catchers, ornaments, and more—for beginners. All great looking and using the newest styles of glass&mdash
The latest title in Stackpole's bestselling Basics series, this book presents a fun, growing trend in glass crafts What type of glass to use and how to cut it; how to work with a kiln from setup to pr
Illustrated, step-by-step instructions Two methods of building a panel: lead and copper foil Contains ten full-size patterns and includes a chapter on how to repair stained glass When many people thin
"It is a good thing that you can never have too many scarves because you will want to make every single pattern in this book! ... An absolute pleasure!" --Tammy Hildebrand, Crochet Guild of America "S
20 pillow patterns in a variety of contemporary styles Half the projects use Tunisian crochet, half traditional Techniques and challenging stitches shown in detailed step-by-step photos Some projects
Step-by-step color photos illustrate the entire lamp-making process, from cutting the pattern and selecting glass to assembling tiles and soldering a shadeHow-to techniques and construction secrets fr
Use simple techniques--hand stitching, cutting, and gluing--to create hundreds of different flowers for pins, hatbands, party favors, gifts, decorations, and more Transform old clothes, thrift-store f
The complete guide to candle making, from equipment and materials to finished product. Step-by-step photographs and expert advice guide you through the process, showing you how to avoid common mistake
Detailed, illustrated instructions for selecting tools, paper, and ink; carving both linoleum and wood; and printing by hand in one color or more to achieve professional results Techniques can be used
Hundreds of step-by-step, full-color photographs illustrate exactly how to make cold-process soap Instructions on molding soap, cutting bars, creating original recipes, packaging gifts, and more Inclu
"An excellent instructional book for anyone. Presented beautifully." --Kristin Omdahl, www.styledbykristin.com "This is the book that pulled me in and set the hook (quite literally). SO well written.
You don’t need a science degree or a shed full of sophisticated equipment to make quality compost. What you need to get started is the know-how provided in this basic how-to book along a little elbow
Fundamental skills and stitches, such as the chain stitch, slip stitch, and single, half double, and double crochet Techniques include creating an integral fringe, crocheting in the round, and filet c
Step-by-step instructions supplemented by photographs and illustrations teach new techniques clearly and thoroughlyBeaded crochet, crocheting with wire, making motifs, felting, ripple stitch, and croc
Detailed information that builds on basic knitting techniquesHow-to instructions complete with color photographsIncludes essential skills review and knitting resources listHow to knit on the bias, cre
