Everyone needs more storage for books and other media. That's why building shelving is so popular among woodworkers, whether the project is a simple shelved built-in or a high-style bookcase. While bu
In a thorough overview of the use of color in home decorating, an award-winning designer explains how to personalize a home with the combination of colors used for walls, trim, furniture, fabrics, and
Jim Makowicki's wooden toys show an attention to detail and sophistication of design that set them apart from the usual run-of-the-mill toy projects. This collection of toys includes 22 projects, pri
Making wooden boxes is one of the best ways to develop overall proficiency in woodworking. Boxes are relatively quick to build, require only a small amount of material, and can be made in the smallest
This booklet contains 6 projects that show the reader how to make beautiful, colorful felt flowers and a seventh that offers techniques on making a variety of leaves to round out a floral display. Wit
For those who prepare home-cooked meals for their family and also like to entertain, cooking for people with food restrictions can be challenging. After all, it’s hard enough some nights to get one me
"Making wooden boxes is one of the best ways to develop overall proficiency in woodworking. Boxes are relatively quick to build, require only a small amount of material, and can be made in the smalles
Discover the fun of sewing simple skirts with modern style. These eight skirts range from sassy to chic, and the quick-to-make patterns take just a few easy stitches to create.This collection from Thr
It’s a universal need—more storage. Whether you’re housing books and DVDs, kitchen items, sports gear for the kids, or even the very tools you use to create woodworking projects like these, a little e
Roe Osborn’s first book, Framing a House, tackled the complex art of house framing. Now, in this follow-up volume, he lays out all the steps and instruction required to complete the inside. The timing
Relatively affordable as DIY projects go, tiling is also one of the most popular among homeowners. New tile can cover a multitude of sins and transform a space — from tiny entry to spacious kit
Chef David Waltuck calls Chanterelle "a fantasy of a restaurant, dreamed up by a little, food-loving kid, that somehow, magically, came true." For over 28 years and from two different New York City l
To get the best remodeling results, you need solid advice from the best in the business. For Pros by Pros(R) books bring you field-tested techniques and real-world experience from the expert builders
Celebrating all that is elegant and classic about vintage clothing, this book shows how to embellish new garments to make them look as though they were crafted in a more glamorous era. Readers will l
The basics of crochet are very quick to master, but feeling confident about how to move beyond the basics is a common dilemma. With 136 pages of answers, fixes, insider tips, and secrets to help croch
From best-selling scrap quilting author and quit teacher Joan Ford comes a collection of 47 scrappy quilt top patterns ideal for colorists as well as quilters who want to work out color options for an
These hat and cap designs are the perfect knitted accessories for the little ones in your life. Here are seven patterns that knit up in a snap for a wardrobe of irresistible hats for newborns, babies
See how simple Fair Isle knitting can be with 5 beautiful patterns for kid-sized knits. Make a simple sleeveless dress, a jaunty matching hat, an adorable sweater-and-pants set or a sweet cardigan - a
Breakfast is the favorite meal of the day for millions of Americans, but those with a gluten intolerance are out of luck, since many breakfast foods and baked items have been banned from their diet. T
Truth be told, you can grow almost anything in a pot — and you can place those pots anywhere … on a deck, patio or rooftop. That’s why so many people love container gardening. It’s versatile enough fo
Wood bending is intriguing to the vast majority of woodworkers, but until now most have not had access to the information they need to add it to their repertoire. This highly visual book and DVD chang
It sounds simple enough, but pruning can confound even the most competent gardener. This new edition of Taunton’s award-winning book explains the do’s and don’ts of cutting back; fr
Welcome to Kathleen Taylor's latest knitting extravaganza - a sock party in a book! The author of the best-selling Knit One, Felt Too and I Heart Felt is back with everything you ever wanted to know
The best book on framing is now better than ever! The latest edition of this essential For Pros By Pros volume stands as the most authoritative and exhaustive source of information on the basics of f
Written with the DIYer in mind, this all-encompassing manual takes a head-on approach to every home tiling situation--except those best left for the pros. Loaded with photos and laid out in an intuit
One of the first things you do when you remodel or move into a new home is change the curtains. After all, new window treatments easily, quickly, and inexpensively transform a room. They turn an outd
This completely new edition from the editors of Fine Homebuilding provides all the advice you need to design and build a deck for any home. Our pros take you through every step of the process from pic
Sew a special gift for a special person – in an hour or an afternoon! Here are a dozen clever patterns for beautiful fabric and fabric stash gifts that you can stitch in an afternoon or less.With thes
Did you know you could use washable crayon, instead of messy chalk, to mark fabric? Do you know the best way to attach a button, mark a pattern, or make a quick alteration? These insider tidbits, and
For those strapped for time but still hungry for a great dinner, Fine Cooking Make It Tonight is the better—and less expensive—choice over take-out! This collection of 150 (yes, we just said 150!) qui
One of the best investments any owner can make to add value to their home is to renovate a kitchen. New cabinets and fresh countertops can make a world of difference. Both are surprisingly easy to ins
Cabinets come in many styles and finishes, but the one thing they have in common is how much they can influence the overall appearance of a kitchen. A run of new cabinets can completely transform a s
All quilters know one thing for sure: a fabric stash is a living thing. It grows imperceptibly at first, but soon takes over your sewing room, and, if you’re not careful, your life. Joan Ford
A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) – a home that produces as much energy as it consumes – is an idea whose time has come! Authors David Johnston and Scott Gibson (Green from the Ground Up) explore the design an
The face of any cabinet, whether in a kitchen, bath, built-in or stand-alone furniture is the doors and drawers. They, along with moldings or trim, define the style of a cabinet. Beyond the wide vari
Hip and crafty brides-to-be understand the value of doing it themselves. Not only is taking a hands-on approach to nuptials a great way to save money, but it allows brides-to-be everywhere to showcase
A city rich in food diversity, New Orleans is as much a city of banana cream pie as it is crawfish boil. In DamGoodSweet, pastry chef David Guas and food writer Raquel Pelzel delve into the rich fabri
An Outside-the-Box Guide to Outdoor Living. Lets face it: most of us have the confidence to improve the inside of our homes with a fresh coat of paint, new rugs, furniture, and fixtures. But when it
With so many 3D Pens on the market, and new materials being developed every day, you can now make anything you dream up. 3D Pen Crafts features 20 jewelry projects to make with a 3D pen. Ready-to-trac
Glamour Tees is an 80-page book that walks you through the process of transforming any t-shirt you have into a well-crafted piece of fashion. Each project can be completed in just a few hours and with
