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
Basic skills from an expert 14 projects with patterns provided Full-color, step-by-step photographs Reverse glass painting, as demonstrated in this book, involves creating a traditional primitive pict
Stained glass painting is a technique for painting on glass to simulate the look of stained glass--no cutting or assembly required. This book features all the information you need to make a piece of b
Creative ideas for making glass beads 8 skilled beadmakers are given the challenge to create beads based on an inspiration--a color, a season, a painting, an emotion--to see what they will create Resu
Louise Mehaffey is a master with the torch, melting glass and wrapping it around a metal rod called a mandrel to create beautiful glass beads. In this book she provides safe and easy techniques for ma
All the essential information and instruction the beginner needs to know to create stunning stained glass projects. The author has based the book on the highly successful hands-on approach that she ha
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
"A nice collection of small stained-glass projects that would make fine gifts." --Nanette Donohue, Library Journal How to make angels, candleholders, suncatchers, mirrors, picture frames, garden ornam
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
Step-by-step photos illustrate the entire lamp-making process Includes full-size, fold-out patterns to make 12 beautiful shades Features "Pro Tips" from a master glass artist A desktop or hanging lamp
Complete instructions in text and step-by-step photographs Make a wide variety of practical and decorative items--herb and garden markers, bowls, serving dishes, hanging panels, house numbers, jewelry
Basic skills and 22 projects from an expert Techniques for making a variety of shapes and sizes Full-color, step-by-step photos Guidelines for buying equipment and setting up a safe studio Projects in
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
Ponchos and capes are so easy to wear! They don't slip and slide like shawls can; just toss one over a basic tee and you are ready to go and look anything but basic. With 30 unique designs, you ca
The latest in Stackpole's popular Stained Glass Patterns series, this book contains 20 full-size, realistic patterns for common North American butterflies and dragonflies.
With this book, kids (and tweens) can learn to crochet accessories and toys all by themselves.Simple, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and photos show basic crochet techniques and the challeng
Planning and outfitting, including what you'll need on the water and in camp for long or short tripsUsing lines, basic strokes, basic maneuvers, and drills, rigging, loading and unloading, carrying an
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques: choosing leather, stamping and decorating, stitching and lacing, and finishing Projects in both traditional and contem
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
Step-by-step instructions complete with detailed color photographs Includes a chapter on dyeing reed at home 4 basic basket projects for the beginning weaver The art of basket making is described in d
It is so easy to make elegant, boutique-style jewelry with artistic wire. All you need is the wire and a few basic tools. Step-by-step instructions teach you ten different wire techniques, and project
Make a Home for Wildlife helps you see your property in new ways and is the resource you need to improve the quality of your land. Focusing on the eastern US, this book describes basic habitat types,
Herein, for the first time, is revealed the impact and scope of the basic repeating rifle in the Civil War. Well documented, and supported by exciting on-the-spot reports, the author presents convinci
A basic, how-to book for beginners featuring 5 popular fonts shown in step-by-step detail. Hundreds of photos show stokes, pen position, and how the characters take form. Tools and supplies are covere
Learn to make attractive leather articles with a professional look by mastering a handful of basic techniques. Using the many kinds of available leather, some leatherwork tools, and the 46 original de
A classic guide to basic wilderness first aid first published in 1975 and still relevant today. Here are trip-saving ways to handle the sometimes painful but rarely serious accident-health problems th
According to champion kayaker Eric Jackson, a kayaker should perfect the basic paddling strokesbefore attempting to negotiate whitewater in order to achieve efficiency, control, and speed. In this ill
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
A guide to the basic skills all soldiers, sailors, and Marines must know to prevail in small-unit dismounted combat operations, including planning, battle drills for offense and defense operations, pa
A sampler is a project made from a "sampling" of different stitches or different motifs. Once the learning tool that helped generations of girls master basic needlework skills, this traditional projec
Includes a 72-minute DVD demonstrating basic nymph fishing techniques Color photo sequences to teach 11 different nymph fishing methods, including Czech, hinged leader, Leisenring lift, and wet-fly sw
Creative projects using polymer clay in jewelry, home decor, and more. Includes basic techniques for working with polymer clay and instructions for making 18 different styles of canes.Step-by-step ins
Updated in full color with the latest infoEnhanced with video QR codes--ink to video segments teaching basic techniquesAll the basics--on gear, lines, leaders and knots, and castingCovers both freshwa
Introduction to punchneedleOverview of basic techniques, stitching, and finishingTechniques for 3-D miniature punchneedle workHow to embellish with punchneedle20 projects from beginning to endInspirat
Everything you need to know to get started: choosing quality tools, understanding the structure of letters, and learning the basic strokesIncludes alphabets, from classic Roman letters, to the intrica
Basic steps needed to weave luxurious fabrics on a foot-treadle handloom Tips and variations for exploring creative weaving ideas Step-by-step color photos show the process Projects for scarves, throw
Instructions and exercises for the basic techniques needed for making silhouettes: learning the proportions of a profile, tracing a shadow, reducing an image, drawing and cutting freely, and the autho
Expert Lefty Kreh lays the groundwork for learning to cast, including teaching and practicing tips Basic overhead and sidearm cast, roll cast, reach cast, stack cast, tuck cast, curve cast, snap T, ch
Instructions and stitch diagrams for 18 beautiful projects using simple crochet techniques Teaches basic crochet stitches and gives advice on working with wire Create unique necklaces, rings, bracelet
