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  • Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary

    125 Essential Stitches to Crochet in Three Ways

    by Dora Ohrenstein ...
    This illustrated crochet stitch dictionary features 125 stitches plus handy shaping techniques and endless inspiration for creative crocheters.In Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary, designer Dora Ohrenstein offers detailed instructions for 125 beautiful stitch patterns. Plus, she explains how to increase and decrease each stitch pattern in three different ways—without shaping, with shaping at the ... Read more

    $14.39 USD

  • Crochet Stitch Dictionary

    200 Essential Stitches with Step-by-Step Photos

    by Sarah Hazell ...
    A great gift for new and experienced crocheters alike, Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers 200 stitches with detailed written, charted, and photographed instructions.With colorful and eye-catching "candy-box" sampler pages that start every section, this essential book presents hundreds of stitches organized in 10 color-coded sections:- Basic stitches- Fans & Shells- Bobbles & Clusters- Spike stitches ... Read more

    $14.29 USD

  • Mary Thomas's Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches

    The Classic Guide Revised by Jan Eaton

    by Jan Eaton ...
    A redesigned edition of the classic, go-to embroidery guide for all skill levels, featuring clear instructions and huge library of stitches.This book includes full illustrated instructions for over 400 embroidery stitches, ranging from simple border and outline stitches, to filling stitches, canvas stitches, and pulled fabric stitches. Scattered throughout are dozens of inspirational embroideries ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • The Fine Art of Paper Flowers

    A Guide to Making Beautiful and Lifelike Botanicals

    by Tiffanie Turner ...
    An inspiring, practical and gorgeous guide to crafting the most realistic and artful paper flowers for arrangements, art, décor, wearables and more, from San Francisco botanical artist Tiffanie Turner.The Fine Art of Paper Flowers is an elevated art and craft guide that features complete step-by-step instructions for over 30 of Tiffanie Turner’s widely admired, unique, lifelike paper flowers and ... Read more

    $9.59 USD

  • Making History

    Quilts & Fabric from 1890–1970

    by Barbara Brackman ...
    This wide-ranging book shows how to create quilts with an authentic antique look, collect period textiles, while revealing the history of American fabrics.Learn the fascinating true story of fabrics in America and make your own period quilts with this comprehensive guide to fabrics and their influence on American quilts, from the machine age to the atomic age. From quilt historian Barbara Brackman ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Sewing Machine Reference Tool

    A Troubleshooting Guide to Loving Your Sewing Machine ... Again!

    by Bernie Tobisch ...
    Easily solve a multitude of sewing machine problems with this handy guide.Kick tension problems to the curb and say goodbye to presser foot problems! This pocket-size guide helps you troubleshoot your sewing machine on the go. A comprehensive chart of common issues will help you quickly diagnose the issue at hand and find the remedy to get your stress levels back to zero. Master needle nicks, ... Read more

    Was $12.99 USD Now $2.99 USD

  • The Tunisian Crochet Handbook

    A Beginner's Guide

    by Toni Lipsey ...
    From fiber artist Toni Lipsey of TL Yarn Craft, an introduction to the craft of Tunisian crochet—a unique crochet style that looks more like knitting—with 20 projects for beginners.There are hundreds of books that explore traditional crochet, but there are few that reference the concept of Tunisian crochet or present it in a modern, approachable way. The Tunisian Crochet Handbook introduces this ... Read more

    $13.49 USD

  • The Knitter's Book of Yarn

    by Clara Parkes ...
    Not all yarns are alike. Some make our hearts and hands sing, some get the job done without much fanfare, and some cause nothing but frustration and disappointment. The gorgeous pair of socks that emerged from their first bath twice as long as when they went in. The delicate baby sweater that started pilling before it even came off the needles. The stunning colorwork scarf that you can’t wear ... Read more

    $9.59 USD

  • Morpho: Face, Head, and Neck

    Anatomy for Artists

    by Michel Lauricella ...
    Series Book 10 - Morpho: Anatomy for Artists
    The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure!This small, portable book presents a unique perspective on the head, face, and neck for artists to study and implement in their drawing work. In this book, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella offers more than 300 original drawings and diagrams. The face, head, and neck are shown in great detail and from multiple angles. There are ... Read more

    $12.39 USD

  • Photographer's Guide to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10/LX15

    Getting the Most from Panasonic's Advanced Compact Camera

    by Alexander White ...
    Photographer’s Guide to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10/LX15 is a complete guide to the use of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 camera, which is known as the LX15 in areas outside of the United States. The book shows beginning and intermediate photographers how to capture excellent images and video sequences with the LX10. The book explains the use of autofocus, manual focus, aperture, shutter speed, ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Dungeons & Dragons Crochet

    A Book of Many Patterns

    by Stacy King, Official Dungeons & Dragons Licensed ...
    Series series Dungeons & Dragons
    Crochet your favorite creatures, wearables, and household items with twenty patterns inspired by the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse.Dive into a world of crochet and adventure with this delightful collection of patterns. Dungeons & Dragons Crochet gives fans and crocheters of all skill levels a chance to bring their favorite in-game elements to life. Create your own Schools of Magic’s symbols granny ... Read more

    $12.69 USD

  • Adventures with Leaders & Enders

    Make More Quilts in Less Time!

    by Bonnie K. Hunter ...
    An easy method to faster quilt-making, and incredible patterns to make use of your scrap stash.What if you could piece quilts even faster, work on more than one quilt simultaneously and save money, fabric and thread all at the same time? Bonnie K. Hunter will show you how to put the concept of Leaders & Enders to work quickly and easily, expanding your creativity, and upping your productivity all ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • The Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters

    Basic Designs in Multiple Sizes and Gauges

    by Ann Budd ...
    Fiber and yarn enthusiasts nationwide will celebrate Ann Budd's latest addition to The Knitter's Handy Book series. Answering to a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this handy book offers instructions for knitting four basic sweater types: circular yoke, raglan, set-in sleeve, and saddle shoulder. Patterns are ... Read more

    $13.49 USD

  • Stitches and Seams

    Essential Sewing Skills for the Beginner Sewist, Tailor, and DIY Crafter

    by Valeria Carrandi Macias ...
    Learn the essential skills you need to create garments and textile crafts from scratch!Welcome to the wide and wonderful world of sewing! You have your sewing machine at the ready—now what? For those DIYers who are ready to dive into garment and textile craft creation, Stitches and Seams teaches you essential skills that every beginner needs to know. Author and acclaimed sewing teacher Valeria ... Read more

    $19.49 USD

  • Morpho

    Anatomy for Artists

    by Michel Lauricella ...
    Series Book 1 - Morpho: Anatomy for Artists
    In this book, Michel Lauricella presents both his artistic and systematic methods for drawing the human body—with drawing techniques from the écorché (showing the musculature underneath the skin) to sketches of models in action.In more than 1000 illustrations, the human body is shown from a new perspective—from bone structure to musculature, from anatomical detail to the body in motion. Morpho is ... Read more

    $23.09 USD

  • Embroidered & Embellished

    85 Stitches Using Thread, Floss, Ribbon, Beads & More

    by Christen Brown ...
    The complete visual guide to hand embroidery & embellishing.This richly illustrated reference guide from embroidery expert Christen Brown covers everything you need to make beautiful magic with needle and thread. Learn to sew traditional and silk ribbon embroidery, make raised stitches, and embellish with beads, charms, buttons, and mirrors. Christen shows you how to combine and place stitches to ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Patchwork Granny Square Blankets

    Learn to Crochet Quilt-Inspired Throws, Home Décor & More

    by Anita Gibney, @madebyanita ...
    Learn to transform classic granny squares into beautiful quilt-inspired patchwork blocks that become gorgeous home décor in Patchwork Granny Square Blankets.This beautiful collection of crochet blanket patterns, by Anita Gibney of Made by Anita, showcases the versatility of the granny square, blending traditional motifs with bold, modern designs to create patchwork blankets that are as stylish as ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

  • Crochet AmiguWHOmi

    Adventures in Time and Space

    by Liz Ward, Official Doctor Who Licensed ...
    Crochet your way through time and space with fifty official Doctor Who amigurumi, apparel, and home decor projects!Bring the magic of the TARDIS, the Doctor, and their adventures to life—one stitch at a time—as you dive into this extraordinary collection of patterns to craft your very own Doctor Who friends and foes as well as cozy items to wear and use around your home.With amigurumi, apparel, ... Read more

    $12.59 USD

  • The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns

    Basic Designs in Multiple Sizes and Gauges

    by Ann Budd ...
    Created for knitters who want standard sweater patterns in a variety of sizes and gauges, as well as those who want a template from which to develop their own designs, this book provides easy-to-follow charted instructions for 18 sweaters, three in each of the six most popular sweaters constructions. Each style is then provided in 15 sizes ranging from toddler to large adult, then further divided ... Read more

    $13.49 USD

  • Up, Down, All-Around Stitch Dictionary

    More than 150 Stitch Patterns to Knit Top Down, Bottom Up, Back and Forth, and In the Round

    by Wendy Bernard, Thayer Allyson Gowdy ...
    This "super useful book" includes step-by-step instructions for using each of the 150 patterns four different ways ( Knitty).In the Up, Down, All-Around Stitch Dictionary, designer Wendy Bernard presents an innovative reference guide for knitters of all skill levels. This hefty collection, ranging from lace and cables to colorwork and fancy edgings, is loaded with beautifully photographed swatches ... Read more

    $14.39 USD

  • Morpho: Fat and Skin Folds

    Anatomy for Artists

    by Michel Lauricella ...
    Series Book 4 - Morpho: Anatomy for Artists
    The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure!In Morpho: Fat and Skin Folds, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella presents a unique approach to learning to draw the human body. The typical approach to teaching anatomy and the sketching of the human form most often focuses on the skeleton and musculature. What often goes ignored is the skin itself—how it moves and the expressions it ... Read more

    $12.39 USD

  • Photographer's Guide to the Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II

    Getting the Most from Panasonic's Advanced Compact Camera

    by Alexander White ...
    Photographer’s Guide to the Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II is a complete guide to the use of the LX100 II camera. The 200-page book shows beginning and intermediate photographers how to capture excellent images and video sequences with the LX100 II. The book explains the use of autofocus, manual focus, aperture, shutter speed, exposure compensation, white balance, ISO, and all other settings of the ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Morpho: Hands and Feet

    Anatomy for Artists

    by Michele Lauricella ...
    Series Book 5 - Morpho: Anatomy for Artists
    The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure!In Morpho: Hands and Feet, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella presents a unique approach to learning to draw the human body. In this book, Lauricella focuses exclusively on the hands and feet—arguably the most popular and, for many, the most challenging parts of the body to draw successfully. Breaking the subject matter down into the ... Read more

    $12.39 USD

  • Microcrafts

    Tiny Treasures to Make and Share

    by Margaret Mcguire, Alicia Kachmar, Katie Hatz ...
    Here are step-by-step instructions for making tiny teddy bears, little ladybugs, petite porcupines, itsy-bitsy bikinis, and much, much more! Microcrafts shows crafters how to create dozens of miniature treasures, each no larger than a spool of thread. No previous crafting experience or pricey materials are necessary—just a love of all things small! ... Read more

    Was $13.09 USD Now $8.69 USD