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Crochet: Fun & Easy Patterns For Beginners

by Katherine Davidson ...

A collection of 30 patterns for beginners and experienced beginners to help introduce them to the wonderful world of crochet.Includes patterns for baskets, shawls, animals, hats, etc.Perfect for rainy day activities! ... Read more

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A collection of 30 patterns for beginners and experienced beginners to help introduce them to the wonderful world of crochet.Includes patterns for baskets, shawls, animals, hats, etc.Perfect for rainy day activities!
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Cane Basket Work: A Practical Manual on Weaving Useful and Fancy Baskets

by Annie Firth ...

“Cane Work” is a classic guide to weaving baskets, offering the reader simple instructions on how to make a variety of baskets, ranging from the simple and practical to ornate and decorative. With easy-to-follow directions and helpful illustrations, this timeless guide is perfect for anyone with a practical interest in weaving. Contents include: “Materials”, “Terms in Use”, “Directions for Workers ... Read more

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“Cane Work” is a classic guide to weaving baskets, offering the reader simple instructions on how to make a variety of baskets, ranging from the simple and practical to ornate and decorative. With easy-to-follow directions and helpful illustrations, this timeless guide is perfect for anyone with a practical interest in weaving. Contents include: “Materials”, “Terms in Use”, “Directions for Workers
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PRACTICAL BASKETRY

by ANNA A. GILL ...

Basketry is one of the oldest and most valuable of the crafts. As far back as the time of the Israelites we read of its usefulness in offering sacrifices. Of necessity it was born, and in its infancy was made into simple forms, but very soon its importance to man was so duly felt and appreciated that new forms took shape, and its uses were so extended that the early basket makers vied with one ... Read more

£1.21

Basketry is one of the oldest and most valuable of the crafts. As far back as the time of the Israelites we read of its usefulness in offering sacrifices. Of necessity it was born, and in its infancy was made into simple forms, but very soon its importance to man was so duly felt and appreciated that new forms took shape, and its uses were so extended that the early basket makers vied with one
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Wild Basketry

Making baskets and natural cordage from foraged plants

by Ruby Taylor ...

A makers' guide to sourcing and harvesting foraged plants to make natural cordage and baskets.Making with our hands is a fundamental human activity; connection with the natural world and the feeling of belonging to place are basic human needs. A counterbalance to our digitalised lives is the wish to connect with the simple joy and satisfaction of creating beautiful and useful objects, tapping into ... Read more

£19.19

A makers' guide to sourcing and harvesting foraged plants to make natural cordage and baskets.Making with our hands is a fundamental human activity; connection with the natural world and the feeling of belonging to place are basic human needs. A counterbalance to our digitalised lives is the wish to connect with the simple joy and satisfaction of creating beautiful and useful objects, tapping into
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Gifts In A Jar

The-Go-To-Guide for Gifts In A Jar Recipes, Mason Jar Recipes, Homemade Gifts In A Jar, Gifts In a Jar Ideas

by Jerri Allen ...

Get great ideas for gifts in a jar, gifts in a jar recipes, mason jar recipes, homemade gifts in a jar, gifts in a jar ideas and more. ... Read more

£2.20

Get great ideas for gifts in a jar, gifts in a jar recipes, mason jar recipes, homemade gifts in a jar, gifts in a jar ideas and more.
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Best Tips And Tricks For Soap Making

Time Honored Soap Making Techniques

by Sandy Chase ...

It’s interesting to note that there have been many healthy human populations throughout our history, even long before the advent of antibacterial soap. In fact, the collective fascination with adding chemical ingredients to bar and liquid soaps in order to help fight infections only began in recent decades. Since then, much evidence has emerged to suggest that antibacterial soaps don’t clean us ... Read more

£2.23

It’s interesting to note that there have been many healthy human populations throughout our history, even long before the advent of antibacterial soap. In fact, the collective fascination with adding chemical ingredients to bar and liquid soaps in order to help fight infections only began in recent decades. Since then, much evidence has emerged to suggest that antibacterial soaps don’t clean us
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The Basket Weaving Guide

-Crafting Nature's Embrace; A Journey Into The Art Of Basket Weaving

by Rebecca A. Braun ...

Embark on a journey of creativity and connection with " The Basket Weaving Guide," your gateway to the timeless art of basket weaving. This captivating guide invites you to explore the rich traditions and endless possibilities of this ancient craft, where every strand tells a story and every basket is a masterpiece in its own right.From the humble beginnings of raw materials to the intricate ... Read more

£3.99

Embark on a journey of creativity and connection with " The Basket Weaving Guide," your gateway to the timeless art of basket weaving. This captivating guide invites you to explore the rich traditions and endless possibilities of this ancient craft, where every strand tells a story and every basket is a masterpiece in its own right.From the humble beginnings of raw materials to the intricate
... Read more
Willow Working

by Lynn Huggins-Cooper ...

A guide to the history of basketry and willow weaving, from ancient times to today, plus photos and information for crafters.The story begins in prehistory, when people first wove plant fibers together to create containers, shelters, and fences. This book explores the ways in which basketry and willow weaving has continued to be important throughout human history in artistic, economic, and ... Read more

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A guide to the history of basketry and willow weaving, from ancient times to today, plus photos and information for crafters.The story begins in prehistory, when people first wove plant fibers together to create containers, shelters, and fences. This book explores the ways in which basketry and willow weaving has continued to be important throughout human history in artistic, economic, and
... Read more
Basketry

by F. J. Christopher ...

This book contains a complete and timeless guide to basketry, including information on tools, materials, common problems, different techniques, and much more. Written in clear, plain language and full of invaluable tips, this illustrated handbook will appeal to anyone with an interest in basket-making, and would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: ... Read more

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This book contains a complete and timeless guide to basketry, including information on tools, materials, common problems, different techniques, and much more. Written in clear, plain language and full of invaluable tips, this illustrated handbook will appeal to anyone with an interest in basket-making, and would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include:
... Read more
DIY Beauty Products: Natural Homemade Recipes for Beautiful Skin, Body and Hair

Organic Body Care

by Carrie Bishop ...

Series series Organic Body Care
Did you know that Apple Cider Vinegar can serve as a facial toner? Or that good old baking soda can clear up blackheads? Honey tastes great on a piece of toast, but did you know that honey is a great antiseptic that can be incorporated in a facial mask?Knowing all of this makes it possible to prepare most of your beauty products at home. Without you being aware of it, your pantry has all the basic ... Read more

£4.01 or Free with Kobo Plus

Did you know that Apple Cider Vinegar can serve as a facial toner? Or that good old baking soda can clear up blackheads? Honey tastes great on a piece of toast, but did you know that honey is a great antiseptic that can be incorporated in a facial mask?Knowing all of this makes it possible to prepare most of your beauty products at home. Without you being aware of it, your pantry has all the basic
... Read more
Gift Basket Ideas

Everything You Need To Know To Create Beautiful, Professional-Looking Gift Baskets With This Guide To The Best Gift Baskets, Gift Basket Ideas, Gift Basket For All Seasons, Gift Basket Home Business and More With This Gift Basket Design Book

by Edith D. Brown ...

With this easy to use manual discover gift basket, the best gift baskets, gift basket ideas, gift basket for all seasons, gift basket home business, gift basket design book. ... Read more

£2.23

With this easy to use manual discover gift basket, the best gift baskets, gift basket ideas, gift basket for all seasons, gift basket home business, gift basket design book.
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The Simple Cattail Doll

by Mors Kochanski ...

The Simple Cattail DollThis nature-handicraft booklet provides the basic details and directions for crafting dolls from the commonly available cattail plant. To do true justice to this topic one needs a fairly large book. This should be considered an indispensible booklet especially working with children. This is a traditional folk craft and handicraft derived from the Ojibway native culture ... Read more

£1.99

The Simple Cattail DollThis nature-handicraft booklet provides the basic details and directions for crafting dolls from the commonly available cattail plant. To do true justice to this topic one needs a fairly large book. This should be considered an indispensible booklet especially working with children. This is a traditional folk craft and handicraft derived from the Ojibway native culture
... Read more
The Material Culture of Basketry

Practice, Skill and Embodied Knowledge

Edited by Stephanie Bunn, Victoria Mitchell ...

The Material Culture of Basketry celebrates basketry as a culturally significant skilled practice and as a theoretically rich discipline which has much to offer contemporary society. While sometimes understudied and underappreciated, it has much in common with mathematics and engineering, art, craft and design, and can also act as a socially beneficial source of skill and care.Contributors show ... Read more

£22.99

The Material Culture of Basketry celebrates basketry as a culturally significant skilled practice and as a theoretically rich discipline which has much to offer contemporary society. While sometimes understudied and underappreciated, it has much in common with mathematics and engineering, art, craft and design, and can also act as a socially beneficial source of skill and care.Contributors show
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Hobby Ideas

A Bottomless Reservoir For Finding A Hobby, Fun Hobbies, Hobbies For Couples, Hobbies And Crafts, Hobby USU and More

by Hilda A Rosser ...

Top Hobby Ideas For finding a hobby, fun hobbies, hobbies for couples, hobbies and crafts, hobby usa and more. ... Read more

£2.23

Top Hobby Ideas For finding a hobby, fun hobbies, hobbies for couples, hobbies and crafts, hobby usa and more.
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Bamboo Work

by Paul N. Hasluck ...

First published in 1901, this book contains a comprehensive guide to making various things out of bamboo, including tables, chairs, cabinets, and more. “Bamboo Work” is highly recommended for anyone with an interest in woodwork and hand making furniture, and it would make for a great addition to DIY collections. Contents include: “Bamboo: It's Sources and Uses”, “How to Work Bamboo”, “Bamboo ... Read more

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First published in 1901, this book contains a comprehensive guide to making various things out of bamboo, including tables, chairs, cabinets, and more. “Bamboo Work” is highly recommended for anyone with an interest in woodwork and hand making furniture, and it would make for a great addition to DIY collections. Contents include: “Bamboo: It's Sources and Uses”, “How to Work Bamboo”, “Bamboo
... Read more
A Measure of the Earth

The Cole-Ware Collection of American Baskets

by Nicholas R. Bell ...

A Measure of the Earth provides an unparalleled window into an overlooked corner of recent American history: the traditional basketry revival of the past fifty years. Steve Cole and Martha Ware amassed a remarkable collection using the most stringent guidelines: baskets made from undyed domestic materials that have been harvested by the maker. An essay by Nicholas Bell details the long-standing ... Read more

£18.99

A Measure of the Earth provides an unparalleled window into an overlooked corner of recent American history: the traditional basketry revival of the past fifty years. Steve Cole and Martha Ware amassed a remarkable collection using the most stringent guidelines: baskets made from undyed domestic materials that have been harvested by the maker. An essay by Nicholas Bell details the long-standing
... Read more
Willow Basketry and Sculpture

by Jo Hammond ...

Willow weaving is an exciting and rewarding craft for anyone who wants to reconnect with the natural world. This essential book gives all the information and tuition needed to get started and includes projects on sculpture, basketry and folk-art decorations. Thirteen projects are set out in clear and detailed stages, ranging from practical baskets to planters, lifelike scultpures and wreaths. ... Read more

£5.99

Willow weaving is an exciting and rewarding craft for anyone who wants to reconnect with the natural world. This essential book gives all the information and tuition needed to get started and includes projects on sculpture, basketry and folk-art decorations. Thirteen projects are set out in clear and detailed stages, ranging from practical baskets to planters, lifelike scultpures and wreaths.
... Read more
Sea Islands Heritage

Resonances of Africa in Diasporic Communities

by Mary A. Twining ...

As coastal lands become less available in the rush for condo/beach demand, the traditional life of the Sea Islands has become threatened by the pressure to accommodate the tourists, vacationers, and retirees. Scholars and lovers of the culture are recording that information for posterity. Though some of the old ways are no longer respected, there are others who value that history of survival and ... Read more

£6.67 or Free with Kobo Plus

As coastal lands become less available in the rush for condo/beach demand, the traditional life of the Sea Islands has become threatened by the pressure to accommodate the tourists, vacationers, and retirees. Scholars and lovers of the culture are recording that information for posterity. Though some of the old ways are no longer respected, there are others who value that history of survival and
... Read more
Basket Work of all Kinds - With Numerous Engravings and Diagrams

by Paul N. Hasluck ...

“Basket Work of all Kinds” is a 1912 work by Australian engineer Paul N. Hasluck. Within this book, Hasluck offers simple instructions and expert tips on making a range of beautiful and practical baskets. With simple diagrams and clear explanations, this volume is suitable for anyone with an interest in the handicrafts and basket weaving in particular. Paul Nooncree Hasluck (1854 – 1916) was an ... Read more

£6.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

“Basket Work of all Kinds” is a 1912 work by Australian engineer Paul N. Hasluck. Within this book, Hasluck offers simple instructions and expert tips on making a range of beautiful and practical baskets. With simple diagrams and clear explanations, this volume is suitable for anyone with an interest in the handicrafts and basket weaving in particular. Paul Nooncree Hasluck (1854 – 1916) was an
... Read more
Der Kimono: Die Seele japanischer Mode und Identität

Eine Zeitreise durch Japans textile Kunstgeschichte

by Hermann Candahashi ...

Entdecken Sie die Seele des Kimonos - Eine Reise durch Japans textile Kunstgeschichte Tauchen Sie ein in die faszinierende Welt des Kimonos, einem Symbol von Eleganz, Tradition und japanischer Identität."Der Kimono: Die Seele japanischer Mode und Identität - Eine Zeitreise durch Japans textile Kunstgeschichte" nimmt Sie mit auf eine atemberaubende Reise durch die Epochen Japans. Lernen Sie die ... Read more

£4.99

Entdecken Sie die Seele des Kimonos - Eine Reise durch Japans textile Kunstgeschichte Tauchen Sie ein in die faszinierende Welt des Kimonos, einem Symbol von Eleganz, Tradition und japanischer Identität."Der Kimono: Die Seele japanischer Mode und Identität - Eine Zeitreise durch Japans textile Kunstgeschichte" nimmt Sie mit auf eine atemberaubende Reise durch die Epochen Japans. Lernen Sie die
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Woven

Make Your Own Accessories from Raffia, Rope and Cane

by Tabara N'Diaye ...

Learn how to create modern handwoven accessories using traditional techniques with Woven.Tabara N'Diaye will teach you how to apply traditional basket-weaving techniques to create modern accessories to elevate your style. With a collection of 15 projects, including a beach bag, backpack, straw hat, earrings, bangles and more, bring texture into your outfits.Featuring common materials for weaving ... Read more

£8.99

Learn how to create modern handwoven accessories using traditional techniques with Woven.Tabara N'Diaye will teach you how to apply traditional basket-weaving techniques to create modern accessories to elevate your style. With a collection of 15 projects, including a beach bag, backpack, straw hat, earrings, bangles and more, bring texture into your outfits.Featuring common materials for weaving
... Read more
FROM TWIGS TO TREASURES: The Novice's Handbook of Basket Weaving

by Nina Aubrey ...

"FROM TWIGS TO TREASURES: The Novice's Handbook of Basket Weaving" is your gateway to the enchanting world of basketry. This comprehensive guide is tailored specifically for beginners, offering a captivating blend of creativity and practical skill-building. Within the pages of this book, you'll embark on a hands-on journey, learning the timeless art of weaving beautiful and functional baskets from ... Read more

£6.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

"FROM TWIGS TO TREASURES: The Novice's Handbook of Basket Weaving" is your gateway to the enchanting world of basketry. This comprehensive guide is tailored specifically for beginners, offering a captivating blend of creativity and practical skill-building. Within the pages of this book, you'll embark on a hands-on journey, learning the timeless art of weaving beautiful and functional baskets from
... Read more
Basket Essentials: Rib Basket Weaving

Techniques and Projects for DIY Woven Reed Baskets

by Lora S. Irish ...

Go beyond just following the steps and learn the methods to traditional basket weaving, from measuring and adding spokes and forming God's Eye knots to weaving twill and twining patterns. With step-by-step instructions and photography for 3 rib basket projects, followed by 12 additional designs to accomplish independently, you'll acquire all the proper techniques you need to become a successful ... Read more

£7.39 or Free with Kobo Plus

Go beyond just following the steps and learn the methods to traditional basket weaving, from measuring and adding spokes and forming God's Eye knots to weaving twill and twining patterns. With step-by-step instructions and photography for 3 rib basket projects, followed by 12 additional designs to accomplish independently, you'll acquire all the proper techniques you need to become a successful
... Read more
Essential Oils: Your Personal Guide to the Benefits of Essential Oils, 40 Best DIY Recipes and Natural Remedies for Beauty, Weight Loss and Healing

DIY Beauty Products

by Abby Chester ...

Series series DIY Beauty Products
Essential Oils: Your Personal Guide to the Benefits of Essential Oils, 40 Best DIY Recipes and Natural Remedies for Beauty, Weight Loss and HealingStaying healthy, finding cures, providing relief, remedies and even finding that perfect way to relax and calm down doesn’t have to be difficult to do. As a matter of fact, there is an easier way to achieve all these without spending so much and ... Read more

£3.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

Essential Oils: Your Personal Guide to the Benefits of Essential Oils, 40 Best DIY Recipes and Natural Remedies for Beauty, Weight Loss and HealingStaying healthy, finding cures, providing relief, remedies and even finding that perfect way to relax and calm down doesn’t have to be difficult to do. As a matter of fact, there is an easier way to achieve all these without spending so much and
... Read more

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