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With more than 50 projects to choose from, this is a great idea book for the beginning to advanced wirework enthusiast. Readers will find fresh, creative ideas for using wire, as well as clear instructions for basic elements in wire design. Author Jane Davis begins with simple projects, such as an open spiral bracelet, and then progresses to more advanced variations by adding beads and construction details for more elaborate projects, like a hinged box with ornate decorative elements. She demonstrates everything from loops and clasps to hinges and cages so readers can make brooches, bracelets, earrings, ornaments, candleholders, and window treatments. More than 100 photos and illustrations guide the reader through this must-have wire project and idea book.

Creating home decor with vintage textiles is the latest hot sewing trend, fueled by the resurgence of interest in simpler times and lifestyles. A source of inspiration, ideas and projects, this exciting new book shows you how to locate, purchase, prepare, and assemble vintage textiles to create home decor that reflects these comforting times in a fresh, new way. More than 25 projects range in complexity from simple to advanced, including handkerchief pillows, memory quilts, slipcovers, and an upholstered ottoman. Includes all patterns as well as a fantastic photo gallery of inspirational projects.

Discover a colorful new worldPolymer clay is truly a medium that has few boundaries. Whether youre planning on beautify yourself or your wardrobe with buttons, barrettes or jewelry, or hoping to give your surroundings a colorful facelift, polymer clay is full of possibilities.Give everyday objects a shiny, eye-catching new look by covering them with clay in a broad spectrum of color and textures. Or create beautiful jewelry and beadwork using techniques that are surprisingly quick and simple. In Create A Polymer Clay Impression, Sarahane Helm demonstrates everything from the basics like baking and carving to advanced home decor themes and jewelry.As an accomplished artist, teacher and author, Helm has a true appreciation for polymer clay and the qualities that make it unique. 20 creative projects such as miniatures, jewelry, masks, home decor, and gifts. Discover how simple objects from around your home - from picture frames to childrens wagons - can be given a new look, and new life. Master the secrets and shortcuts of proper preparations, stringing, mold making and surface stamping.

Denim stands the test of time, and sewers are always looking for fresh ideas on how to transform denim into decorative items. Now, you can learn how to create unique home and fashion accessories from new and used denim with this resourceful book. It begins with an overview of denim and jean styles, and then reveals all the basic techniques for gluing and sewing. Whether youre using new denim or revamping old jeans, you are shown how to utilize every square inch to create useful and fun designs.

Creating handmade decorator tiles can be fun and easy! This friendly approach to making handmade ceramic tiles demonstrates how to design, fire, and decorate stunning tiles and provides ideas for creatively utilizing them in the home. More than 200 photos guide readers through each step of the creation process and then into four projects: culinary tiles, twig tiles, house numbers, and a mirror. Suitable for every skill level, this book also contains inspiration and insight from established artists from around the country. Detailed instructions, photographs, and illustrations ensure success Includes diverse designs and inspiration from artists throughout the country

Fast, Fun and Fashionable... Who has time to knit? You do! Whether youre a new or current knitter, this book offers more than 35 projects to gratify your creative talents, whatever your skill level. Along with designs that use time-saving techniques with large needles, bulky yarns and detailed instructions, the book is full of tips and diagrams for handy reference. Whether its multi-standing or small-size projects, authors Christina L. Holmes and Mary Colucci (with the technical expertise and nationally renowned knitting teacher Evie Rosen) take you step-by-step to faster fashion and great gifts. Includes Patterns For: Afghans Scarfs Trendy Tops Babies & Kids Projects Sweaters Vests Hats Bags Jackets Ponchos & more!

Easy Sculpted Foam for Your Home Let Koren Russells magic show you how to turn foam and clay into gorgeous finials, funky clocks, or green tree frogs in Easy Sculpted Foam for Your Home. In this book, youll learn simple techniques that combine craft foam, paperclay, and paint to produce sophisticated and whimsical pieces of art for your home. The process is so fun it wont be long until your home is filled with decorative accents with the look of carved wood, sculpted clay, or poured ceramics. Fabulous new techniques for working with foam 25 fun home decor projects to make Clear, easy step-by-step directions; patterns included

Christmas is a festive time of the year, and one fun way to celebrate is to decorate! Author Carolyn Vosburg Hall presents 25 projects for beautiful and decorative ornaments to adorn Christmas trees and the home for the holiday season. Each project includes detailed, step-by-step instructions, as well as colorful photographs. The ornaments can be made using common craft supplies such as polymer clay, paper, embroidery floss, beads, and glue, and are suitable for all skill levels. 25 unique and decorative ideas for Christmas ornaments Detailed, step-by-step instructions Suitable for all skill levels

Create Fabulous Bags with Simple Techniques Distinctive handbags and totes have long been a passion of renowned designer Linda McGehee. In Simple Sensational Bags, Linda shares her secrets for making and embellishing dozens of innovative new designs without spending hours at the sewing machine. Lindas cleverly embellished creations incorporate many popular techniques including decorative stitching, piecing, applique and trims, pockets, piping, and more. With her easy, friendly style, Linda teaches the basics of bag construction, straps, pockets, and decorative embellishment. The book showcases dozens of extraordinary bags. Projects include a zipper cosmetic bag, lingerie and sweater bag, shoe tote, and a variety of handbags. Simple techniques to transform plain bags into spectacular works of art Easy-to-follow instructions for making and decorating bags Detailed discussions of straps, pockets, and finishing touches

Designing and creating a sweater is fun and can be accomplished by knitters of all skill levels!J. Marsha Michler guides the reader through three main design and construction areas: Creating pattern stitches and colorworking Sweater shapes and styles How to fit a sweaterEach is explained fully and clearly, and allows for the reader to participate through worksheets. Also includes helpful tips, diagrams, and detailed photos. This book is a reference, textbook, and workbook that will inspire knitters to create beautiful sweaters they will want to wear again and again. Covers four different styles of sweaters and provides instructions for designing and knitting more than 18 sweaters, along with helpful hints that assist the reader in making creative choices.Create beautiful sweaters to wear with pride!

Transform your favorite photos into artistic and fun crafts! This innovative approach to creative photography and crafting is the ultimate idea book. Using techniques such as photocopying, decoupage, and applique, you will learn how to use photographs, coupled with graphic programs, laminate sheets, fabric-type paper, wood, polymer clay, and dark room techniques to adorn toys, crafts, and home decor items such as: Placements Aprons Lamps Tote bags Ornaments Memory books Polymer clay figures Collage quilts Screen prints Blocks Toys Holiday cards Stationary Jewelry And much, much more! Each of the 50 projects includes easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and a list of supplies and sources, so youll know exactly what youll need to recreate these great projects!

The excitement surrounding jewelry making is based, in part, on the wide variety of materials available. Organic Beaded Jewelry bridges the gap between assorted materials used to create find jewelry, and demonstrates techniques to make truly unique items. Organic jewelry accounts for something with a natural form, shape or function, or items made from natural materials or those that mimic nature. Whether its precious metal or polymer clay, glass, and gemstones, this complete reference offers options for more than 40 stunning pieces of jewelry including necklaces and bracelets. In addition to more than 150 color illustrations, the book includes the techniques and creativity of other well-known artists, for an unrivaled how-to resource!

The holiday craft team of Kasey Rogers and Mark Wood supply do-it-yourselfers with grand Christmas projects to spruce up the home during this festive season. This team whips up some elegant decorations from the rustic nostalgia of their Country Cabin Christmas to the tradition of a red and white Candy Cane Christmas. Step-by-step instructions show how to create a childrens table featuring whimsical toy soldier designs on a tablecloth, centerpiece, curtains, and pillows, as well as a winter wonderland with snowmen and cone shaped trees. The festive projects were beautifully photographed in vintage home settings.

The fabrics we use to create clothing and home decor reflect our culture and heritage. This book takes readers around the world as it introduces them to fabric techniques through interviews with experts in the field. From sadza batik in Zimbabwe to Japanese sashiko quilting, the authentic method for creating each fabric is explained, along with simplified instructions for recreating the look. Color photographs, patterns, designs and stencils assist readers in utilizing the fabric for unique home decor. Includes an extensive appendix, a detailed glossary and traceable patterns. This book features 12 fabric styles and 15 projects. It offers information on the authentic fabric, how it is created and its place in the culture of the country. Global Expressions presents easy-to-follow directions on how to recreate the fabric.

Readers will find fresh ways to celebrate childrens artistic expressions with these unique ideas from Barbara A. McGuire, author of Foundations in Polymer Clay Design and Wire in Design. Learn how to transform childrens drawings into functional pieces that will be cherished forever - from an Op Art Lantern for the living room to elegant jewelry to wear with pride. This book is not only for parents, but also for grandparents, troop leaders, and elementary school teachers - any adult interested in preserving the artistic endeavors of children everywhere. The 15 projects presented will take elements of the childs art and apply it to an adult craft. McGuire explains many of the basic principles of design, as well as the elements that all child art shares while guiding the reader through a variety of media applications including polymer clay, paper, ceramics, glass, wood, paint and more. Learn how to immortalize childrens expressive art, while forging bonds that encourage and promote their unique creations. 15 unique and creative projects to preserve the artistic endeavors of any child Fully illustrated with step-by-step instructions for each project Basic principles of design and elements of child art

Its quick, fun, and easy to create current fashions that incorporate sewing and fashion traditions from all over the world. This fantastic new book includes 20 projects that preserve embroidery motifs and basic costume silhouettes from various cultures. They include a Greek bolero vest, a Japanese sashiko-embroidered jacket, a Scandinavian jacket with decorative braids, and a hankie with French lace and embroidery. Each project includes step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations and uses simple shapes and patterns, enabling sewers of all skill levels to achieve stellar results quickly and easily. It also includes patterns for each of the accessories. Joan Hinds is well known for her eight books on sewing for 18-inch dolls, including her most recent, Sew the Contemporary Wardrobe for 18-Inch Dolls. She also teaches sewing and needlework techniques around the country for shops and sewing guilds, while also being the owner of Fancywork and Fashion. Create fashionable attire with international flair Features step-by-step instructions for 20 exciting projects Suitable for all skill levels

Create style with a touch of the exotic Exciting! Inspiring! African fabrics are vibrant, beautiful, and widely available - and they are perfect for contemporary clothing for men, women, and children and great for home decor. An excellent reference for sewers or anyone who is interested in fabrics, culture, and history, this guide will teach you where to buy fabrics, how to choose the right ones, and the best techniques for sewing them.14 original projects, including Tote bag Apron Tunic Place mats Shawl Pillows Vest Childs loomFull size patterns for three projectsCovers these popular African fabrics Mudcloth Fancy prints Kuba cloth Wax prints Korhogo cloth Kente cloth

Create Art with Polymer ClayWhether you are a student, teacher, crafter, or have an interest in art principles, you will discover new ways to unleash your creativity while creating with polymer clay. After a brief introduction to this versatile medium, the author presents the elements and principles of design, from color and value to emphasis and unity, which apply to all media. You will explore the concepts and complete exercises - which include step-by-step instructions and illustrations - aimed at stimulating and improving your design quality and creations.This indispensable guide includes: More than 20 creative and functional projects Artwork by celebrated artists from around the world Hundreds of lavish full-color photosComprehensive. Modern. Fundamental. An essential resource.Hundreds of lavish full-color photosComprehensive. Modern. Fundamental. An essential resource.

The best-selling guide to keeping furniture in the finest and most beautiful condition, with complete information on proper repair and refinishing techniques from the legendary expert on antiques and their restoration.B & W photographs throughout