Season after season, you will have 1001 pattern, projects and ideas to craft just about everything your creative side can imagine. Whether you love to paint, sew, decoupage, snip, fold or glue -- you will find a variety of pattern styles to personalise your project. And with all the projects in this book, you will be tempted to try out a new technique or two -- ones you will master in no time Features: full-size patterns, step-by-step project instructions; complete materials lists; helpful diagrams; full-colour project photographs; colour suggestions for patterns; ideas and inspiration for ev... View More...
The first spring blooms. The warm summer breezes. The trees ablaze with fall color. The winter frost on the windowpanes. Each has a special enchantment all its own. Now you can celebrate the unique beauty of the seasons in timeless cross-stitch keepsakes that will be admired for years to come. View More...
Here's a cornucopia of Thanksgiving Day crafts that offers children hours of creative fun. Fanciful turkeys, wreaths, Pilgrims, garlands, and holiday-table accessories are just some of the crafts that reflect the autumn season and this most bountiful of holidays. Like its companion volume, it features easy-to-follow directions and full-color photographs. View More...
Transform your deck, yard, patio, or garden into perfect outdoor rooms for entertaining, dining, or simply relaxing in style. Maybe all it takes is an outside bar like the ones at posh hotels, or a comfy Adirondack sofa, practical barbecue, or fun porch swing. Go ahead: start building Even if you're a beginner who has never wielded a hammer, these projects are well within your abilities. Every one has been simplified with the novice in mind and uses only standard lumber and a few readily available materials. Many, such as a cheery birdhouse table, can take just a few hours to make. And, they'... View More...
Wouldn t it be nice to have a comfy, cozy quilt in no time at all? With these time-saving techniques, even a quilter with very limited experience can enjoy fast, gorgeous results. There s something here for all seasons and all reasons. Imagine one with yellow stars that seem to float in and out among ribbons of green and burgundy. It s made entirely with squares and half-square triangles that are easy to cut and piece, making it especially simple to create. Or, try a heavenly quilt fashioned from angel novelty prints surrounded by coordinating fabric; it s so pretty it will enhance any room. T... View More...
Detailed instructions for creating standard two-stick kites, six-point stars, figural kites, balloon kites, tetrahedral kites, box kites, and many other varieties. Includes directions for making tails, reeling and stringing, and much more. 70 illustrations. View More...
Christmas offers the most popular themes for gift-giving and family remembrances, so quiltmakers will welcome a collection of all the yuletide projects they'll ever need. Over 300 patterns feature holiday symbols from children's toys to folk art designs to whimsical contemporary looks. Color shots of finished quilt blocks come with instructions for making them, including tips like how to use different colors of green in a tree, and how to create nostalgic or romantic moods.
Easy, fast, and fun to do These 336 quilt blocks, adapted especially for the beginner, all use the simplest techniques--and many don't even require sewing. Start with a foundation piece, and layer on as many details as you'd like. Choose from dozens of patterns--flowers, trees, hearts, diamonds, boats, animals, and more. Bonus: a mini gallery of project ideas 128 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 10.
Let your talents shine by creating wonderful projects to celebrate special moments and holidays throughout the year No matter what your crafting experience or skill level, you can master every project in this book with confidence. When you only have moments to spare choose one of the Good Ideas projects. They are quick and easy, and will get lots of compliments. Set an evening aside to create a gift or decoration from your Make It In Minutes selection. The projects are so much fun, you will want to make them by the dozens Try something new by learning a technique like etching, decoupage, or ... View More...
Let your talents shine by creating wonderful projects to celebrate special moments and holidays throughout the year No matter what your crafting experience or skill level, you can master every project in this book with confidence. When you only have moments to spare choose one of the Good Ideas projects. They are quick and easy, and will get lots of compliments. Set an evening aside to create a gift or decoration from your Make It In Minutes selection. The projects are so much fun, you will want to make them by the dozens Try something new by learning a technique like etching, decoupage, or ... View More...
Provides information on using a sewing machine, including basting, binding, cross-stitching, cutwork, hemstitching, quilting, shell stitch, and zippers, and offers tips and techniqes. View More...
The only thing better than making things is making memories. No matter what the season, enjoy gathering together as a family to express your creativity. The hundreds of fantastic projects in this book will spark imaginations and provide hours of fun and conversation through the year. View More...
Looking for a colossal gallery of never-before-seen scrapbook page ideas on a variety of topics? You've picked up the right book In 501 Great Scrapbook Page Ideas, your never-ending quest for more and more page ideas will be fulfilled. For quick reference, we've organized all page ideas from A to Z. From birthdays to oceans to window gazing, you'll find plenty of inspiration on reoccurring page topics as well as unique and interesting themes that you may not have thought to scrapbook before.Find page ideas on: AnimalsBirthdaysCultureDreamsEmotionsFriendshipHorizons...and many, many more topic... View More...
