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Quirk Books D.I.Y. Gift Guide

by Homemade Quirk

This FREE ebook offers 18 DIY gifts for the bookworm, foodie, animal lover, significant other, kid or geek in your life.

Quilter's Academy Vol. 4 - Senior Year: A Skill Building Course in Quiltmaking

by Harriet Hargrave & Carrie Hargrave

In this fourth installment of the popular university-style series, Quilter’s Academy, expert quilters Harriet Hargrave and her daughter Carrie teach you how to make beautiful stars, as well as other more complex...

Stitch, Craft, Create: Crochet: 9 quick & easy crochet projects

by Various

Want to try your hand at making gorgeous homemade goodies? Then unleash the crafter within you with this collection of all-new crochet projects! With simple step-by-steps, these quick makes ensure fast results....

Garden Scenes Quilt Pattern

by Lynette Anderson

Lynette Anderson's country cottage garden provides the inspiration for her beautiful quilting and stitchery designs. Soft, smudgy colours set off the nine garden-themed blocks nicely in this delightful 31in...

Crocheted Flowers

by Jan Ollis

Confirming the old adage that big things come in small packages, the compact volumes of this ongoing series offer crafters an easy outlet for their passions—be they for fiber arts, sugarcraft, polymer clay,...

Contemplative Crochet: A Hands-On Guide for Interlocking Faith & Craft

by Cindy Crandall-Frazier

With Hook in Hand, Enrich Your Spiritual Practice and Renew Your Awareness of the Connections of Creativity to Spirit. Follow the crochet journeys of the author and other crocheters to discover how they have...

200 Crochet Flowers, Embellishments & Trims: Contemporary designs for embellishing all of your accessories

by Claire Crompton

Over 200 all-new crochet stitches, embellishments and trims make this the one-stop shop for all creative crocheters. Every stitch is shown as a clear swatch to show the effect and texture, and the pattern is...

Stitch, Craft, Create: Applique & Embroidery: 15 quick & easy applique and embroidery projects

by Various

Want to try your hand at making gorgeous homemade goodies? These brilliant quick & easy applique and embroidery projects give you the opportunity to try something new and expand your crafting skills! From festive...

Improv Sewing

by Nicole Blum & Debra Immergut

These 101 creative sewing projects can all be completed in less than a day--some in less than an hour! Playful and inventive, the projects include clothing for all ages, accessories, home decor items, and furnishings....

Knitting Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia

by Sharon Turner

350 stitch patterns you'll use again and again

Knitting Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia gives you quick visual access to a comprehensive collection of stitch combinations that enable you to create your own designs...

Crochet the Complete Guide

by Jane Davis

Your one-stop reference for a lifetime of happy crocheting! It's amazing that a simple hook and yarn can yield such diverse results, from thick, cozy Afghans to delicate lace doilies. Crochet The Complete Guide...

Household Crafts and Tips: The Foxfire Americana Library (12)

by Inc. Foxfire Fund

A collection of how-tos celebrating the domestic arts of Appalachia, “Household Crafts and Tips” includes traditional advice on soapmaking and quilting, as well as in-depth instructions for making baskets,...

Hooked on Crochet: 20 Sassy Projects

by Candi Jensen

Hooked on Crochet offers 20 fabulous crochet projects, including hats, bags, clothing, and home accessories. If you love the look but have never crocheted, this is the book for you! First-time crocheters will...

Woodworking For Dummies

by Jeff Strong

You've seen a few shows on TV, and working with wood looks like it could be quite entertaining and rewarding. After all, you get to create something that you can proudly display to your friends and family. But...

Knitting Patterns For Dummies

by Kristi Porter

Have you always wanted to knit? Know the basics, but you’re looking to stretch your knitting skills? Knitting Patterns For Dummies is chock-full of simple instructions and easy-to-follow patterns to help you...

The Short Sweet Dream of Eduardo Gutierrez

by Jimmy Breslin

The Short Sweet Dream of Eduardo Gutiérrez is a towering achievement by one of America’s most respected journalists. A work of conscience that travels from San Matías Cuatchatyotla, a small, dusty town in...

The Knitting Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face, Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask

by Margaret Radcliffe

Every avid knitter has faced this dilemma: deep into a project at midnight, just trying to finish one more row, and, then . . . oh no, a dropped stitch three rows back! Help! If only there was a 24-hour hotline...

The Crochet Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face; Answers to Questions You'll Ever Ask

by Edie Eckman

Wouldn't it boost your confidence to have an experienced and confident crocheter on call, day and night, offering assistance when needed? Most of us aren't fortunate enough to have that kind of aid, but now...

Hooking Rugs: Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletin A-120

by Lila Fretz

Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles...

Knitting Rules!: The Yarn Harlot Unravels the Mysteries of Swatching, Stashing, Ribbing, & Rolling to Free Your Inner Knitter

by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee

Stephanie Pearl-McPhee, best-selling author of At Knit’s End and celebrated blogger and humorist of the knitting world, is back! Funnier than ever, Pearl-McPhee continues her running dialogue with her knitting...