Explaining how it was done in bygone days, an illustrated guide to blacksmithing shows how to make all of the things the blacksmith traditionally created--knives, horseshoes, iron grills, rifle barrels, barrel hoops,...

The Backyard Blacksmith shows you how -- with some patience and a working knowledge of metals, basic tools, and techniques -- blacksmithing can be easy to learn, and a rewarding hobby. Through...

The biggest collection of patterns ever supplied in one book.Contains more than 300 fabulous bead designs with dozens of applications for amulets, chokers, necklaces, bracelets, hairslides, curtain tiebacks, napkin rings, and picture...

Contains clear step-by-step instructions for creating a variety of books, pamphlets, albums, journals and diaries....

Chinese brush painting uses minimal strokes to describe the essence of a subject and capture its rhythm and grace.  This beautiful book contains 200 exquisite motifs to re-create, from flowers and fruits...

Packed with step by step photographs and illustrations for every crochet technique, you will find detailed descriptions of stitch patterns such as bobbles, popcorns, clusters and shells, as well as ideas on...

This collection of over 1000 cross stitch motifs, each in the form of an easy to follow chart, is an invaluable resource for incorporating your work into cards, samplers, pictures, and tapestries.Fully...

This book includes a 3D punched cardboard model of the Empire State building for you to assemble. ...

A comprehensive and practical guide to working with wood, featuring everything you need to know to tackle woodworking projects around the home.Includes sections on wood types, tools and equipment, basic techniques, making...

Won Park has taken the ancient art of origami to a whole new level. Using American currency, Park transforms dollar bills into creative works of art....

Produce professioanl looking jewelry using simple techniques and equipment, and learn to work with a wide variety of metals, ceramics and plastics....

The Joint Book is the ultimate workshop reference, giving woodworkers all the knowledge they need to choose the right joint for the job. It also features step-by-step, illustrated instructions for making over...

A comprehensive gallery of more than 250 stitches ranging from the easiest purl stitch to the most complex intasia pattern. Each entry features a photograph of a knitted sample and a clear...

A revised edition of a classic guide to woodworking methods provides valuable information on the evolution of wood products, the types and characteristics of wood, essential tools, and such techniques as planing,...

Learn how to create 28 innovative models inspired by different areas of the armed forces, including the Army, Navy and Air Force.  ...

Easy-to-follow diagrams and step-by-step instructions describe how to create beautiful models with a combination of fantastic traditional papers and stunning modern prints. Learn simple fold sequences that can be used as the...

The Origami Zoo Box contains everything you need and shows how to create stunning animals, birds and fish, with the easy to follow illustrations.   ...

A great gift or keepsake album to record the genealogy and family history....

An essential illustrated reference for both beginner and advanced potters, these photographic sequences guide you through a comprehensive range of shaping, firing and decorating techniques, so you can begin making wonderful ceramics...

Clear step-by-step instructions take you through every stage of the processes of relief printing, intaglio printing, lithography, screenprinting, and photocomposition....

Just like the Knitting Stitch Bible and the Crochet Handbook Stitch Guide, this book contains illustrations and specific instructions for everything ranging from the most basic quilting techniques to the more complicated...

This is the ultimate easy-to-use reference for those interested in creating beautiful and individual quilts. Each of the 100 entries features a photograph of a block with diagrams and instructions on how...

This unique book features over 700 stunning color variations for a wide range of traditional and contemporary quilting and patchwork designs, from nine-patch and fan blocks to applique, stars, and octagons.Learn the...

Master every technique you need to tackle a wide range of projects: choose the right woods and tools; make sketches or dummy models; carve in relief and in the...

Master every technique you need to create a wide range of projects. Learn to select the right types of wood and get the best mix of tools; how to...