Bring the quirky world of pixel art to life with fusible craft beads. Colorful, inexpensive beads from Perler®, Hama®, Nabbi®, or Artkal® are perfect for recreating the retro 8-bit era of blocky video games. Making trendy pixelated wearables, jewelry, and home décor is as simple as following a chart, and your finished creations will look as if they just stepped off a screen. Inside this book you'll find over 50 super fun design ideas for digital-inspired jewelry, coasters, frames, boxes, t...

Fashion savings are in the bag with this stylish book that shows you how to recreate the high-end look of designer bags at a fraction of the cost. Get step-by-step instructions for making more than 50 useful and stylish bags, a basic overview of sewing techniques, and tips for going green with recycled materials. Includes full-size pattern pack plus bonus digital downloads.

This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn how to sew, or just needs a quick refresher course. Friendly and easy-to-follow directions will have you sewing with confidence, making repairs, and creating new garments from scratch. From cutting patterns and sewing seams to binding edges, gathering fabric and installing zippers, each new skill is accompanied by a quick practice exercise to try, allowing you to learn as you sew. Fifteen simple and straightforward projects are provide...

Take the plunge into quilting with these 40 simple one-session project ideas. One-block quilting is a fast and easy option for beginners and time-challenged quilters alike. Whether you're taking the plunge into patchwork for the first time or just looking for a quick weekend project, this book will get you started. Author Choly Knight introduces you to quilting on a small scale, so there's no need to feel overwhelmed. She reveals uncommon and underrated techniques that make quilting approa...

Bring your digital adventures to life with real-world craft projects inspired by the world of Minecraft® and other pixelated games. Kids and families can use this imaginative book to create instantly recognizable toys, jewelry, wearables, and accessories, based on one of the most popular video games of all time. The blocky pixelated graphics of video games are perfect for so many different kinds of crafts. This book helps children to expand their imaginations and develop their creativity a...

If you've never quilted before, this is the place to start! Creating your own unique handmade quilt is one of the most satisfying and rewarding sewing activities you will ever experience. This ultimate beginner's guide shows you everything you need to know, with eight simple projects that let you quilt as you learn.Both "quilt-as-you-go" and traditional methods are covered, with easy-to-follow lessons in basic techniques. Cutting instructions are provided for all size quilts—baby, t...

Beautify your home with easy sewing projects for handmade decor! Whether you are new to sewing or just want to freshen up your skills, Sew Me! Sewing Home Decor will show you how to personalize your home with classic accessories. Decorating a living space has never been easier, with friendly advice, clear directions, and easy-to-use patterns that take the guesswork out of sewing. With seven simple and straightforward projects designed to help you learn as you sew, you'll soon be sewing wit...

Customize your world with colorful, durable duct tape! Awesome Duct Tape Projects is packed with awesome new duct tape activities for both guys and girls. Whether your look is bold, funky, or hip, this ultimate duct tape idea book will get you rolling with cool projects for your room, for school, for play, and just for STYLE!Inside you'll find more than 50 original projects to unwrap your creativity. Author Choly Knight shows you how to personalize, organize, and decorate w...

Make your own custom accessories that express your style and individuality! Whether you are new to sewing or just want to freshen your skills, Sew Me! Sew and Go will show you how to create beautiful covers, cases, sleeves, bags, and more to suit your personal taste. With Choly Knight's friendly and easy-to-follow directions, you'll soon be sewing with confidence and creating accessories that match the way you live. You really can't beat the feeling of making things yourself—takin...

Nothing beats handmade baby blankets! From some of the leading quilt designers in the industry, Sooo Big! Baby Quilts features a compilation of 33 original quilt designs – all for baby! With step-by-step instructions, helpful diagrams and illustrations, quilt patterns, and expert tips, this cuddly and cute project guide provides endless inspiration for both beginner and advanced quilters alike. Practice a variety of techniques and styles to build your quilting skills, from appliqu...

Inspired by the classic crafts that you made as a kid, Vacation Crafting provides more than 150 child-friendly projects for girls and boys ages 4 to 12. Kids will learn to make friendship bracelets, woven potholders, pony bead animals, plastic lanyards, wire art, rubber band jewelry, foam crafts, scoubidou, paracord gear, and more. Using inexpensive, readily available craft supplies and simple enough to take along to the mountains or beach, it's the perfect solution for any family...