This magisterial volume is a stunning labor of research and love by Gail Marsh, textile and knitwear authority and designer extraordinaire. Focusing on pre-World War II tools and techniques, and on th
Ben Law, woodsman, craftsman, eco-builder, teacher and writer, live and work in Prickly Nut Wood in West Sussex, UK. The building of his unique woodland home was featured on Channel 4's Grand Designs
This book shows you how to tie 50 knots! Some have been chosen for their fame, some for their beauty, and some because they are knots that everyone should know how to tie. On every great theme, there
Learn how to use basic beading skills combined with wire, fabrics and a range of materials to make fashion jewelry from the comfort of your own home. This innovative book focuses on current fashion tr
Taking inspiration from our bewhiskered companions, big and small, this book is packed with gorgeous jewelry and accessories to make. This inspiring new title shows how to make 20 stunning items, all
A form of handmade lace, tatting is a traditional skill with origins dating back centuries and spanning continents. Each stitch is composed of two half-hitch knots. The single thread is looped and kno
Features vintage-style projects that can turn your bedroom into a luxurious sanctuary. This title features 20 projects with step-by-step illustrations and all the sewing know-how you need. It also inc
Spanning from 1969-2009, this title includes five patterns that are included for each decade along with swatches, magazine cuttings, articles and photographs that help portray the original design cont
While some photographers have an innate genius for composing an image, it’s also a skill that anyone can learn. Acclaimed photographer Steve Mulligan reveals the ideas, techniques, and equipmen
Terry Porter’s unique and visually dazzling handbook has always been indispensable—and this new edition adds 17 species of lumber not included before, bringing the list up to a grand tota
Chris Weston, one of the world’s most celebrated nature photographers, presents a practical and inspiring new guide on the dream trip of a lifetime: an African safari. Packed with 230 sensation
Brimming with intricate drawings, color photos of museum-held pieces, and excerpts from 18th-century writings, this fascinating, highly readable book explains how embroiderers embellished the bewitch
To practice your skills with wildlife photography, take a camera safari to your nearest woods, field, or zoo--or just stay home and take snapshots of your pets. An expert who's traveled the world to
In the 19th century, the craft of embroidery became a pastime for ladies of leisure. This beautiful new book explores the shift from industry to hobby and how embroidery was crafted and displayed in t
