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  • The Knitting Book

    Series series Ultimate Craft Guides
    Everything you need to know to knit your own clothes, home furnishings, and more.Cast on with confidence and master even the trickiest of stitches with The Knitting Book. This bestselling guide features over 250 step-by-step techniques, showing you everything from simple knit and purl stitches to colorwork, cables, brioche, and lace, as well as how to knit in the round, turn a sock heel, and block ... Read more

    Was $14.99 USD Now $2.99 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

    $15.99 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

    Was $10.99 USD Now $1.99 USD

  • How to Sell Your Art Online

    Live a Successful Creative Life on Your Own Terms

    by Cory Huff ...
    An essential guide for every kind of artist that teaches them how to skip the gallery system, find their niche, and connect directly with collectors to profitably sell their art.For years, galleries have acted as gatekeeper separating artists and collectors. But with the explosion of the Internet, a new generation of savvy, independent artists is connecting with buyers and making a substantial ... Read more

    Was $14.49 USD Now $12.49 USD

  • Martha Stewart's Favorite Crafts for Kids

    175 Projects for Kids of All Ages to Create, Build, Design, Explore, and Share

    Martha Stewart's Favorite Crafts for Kids focuses on craft projects that children, aged three to twelve, can make with their parents. These projects are fun, yet serve a practical purpose; children can wear, decorate, and play with what they make. Filled with ideas for a range of ages, skill levels, and interests, this book lets children's creativity run wild, while creating precious memories as ... Read more

    Was $9.99 USD Now $5.99 USD

  • The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook

    How to Write Great Patterns that Knitters Will Love to Make

    Take your knitting knowledge to the next level with this helpful guidebook from two professional knitting tech editors that sets much-needed standards for writing clear, accurate instructions—perfect for those interested in writing and selling original patterns."This much needed guide is filled with industry secrets and standards, making it invaluable to new and experienced knitwear designers ... Read more

    Was $14.99 USD Now $1.99 USD

  • Flower School

    A Practical Guide to the Art of Flower Arranging

    by Calvert Crary ...
    Create the flower arrangements of your dreams to keep at home, take to the office, or display on any special occasion using the simple tips and tricks and masterful techniques taught by Executive Director and professor Calvert Crary and the master florists at FlowerSchool New York.FlowerSchool New York is one of the world's premiere institutes for floral design and artistry, offering career ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

  • Embroidery

    A Step-by-Step Guide to More than 200 Stitches

    by DK ...
    Embroidery is the ultimate stitch dictionary and the ideal guide to embroidery, whatever your level of expertise.The perfect reference guide to needlework, Embroidery is a comprehensive guide to inspire and inform sewers of all levels. Find advice on which thread, needles, or fabrics work with which techniques, and take a look at an incredible 200 stitches - with levels of difficulty, step-by-step ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

  • May Martin’s Sewing Bible

    40 years of tips and tricks

    by May Martin ...
    Star of the Great British Sewing Bee and doyenne of the Women’s Institute, May Martin has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now for the first time she shares her tips and tricks, offering the ultimate beginners’ guide to sewing.Beautifully styled and simple-to-follow, this authoritative sewing bible gives readers information on everything they need to know to get started with sewing ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

  • 90-Minute Fabric Fun

    30 Projects You Can Finish in an Afternoon

    by Terrie Kralik ...
    90 Minutes + Fabric = Fun!Make great gifts or add fashionable touches to your home decor in no time with these fast - and fun - fabric projects from designer Terrie Kralik.You'll get hooked on Terrie's time-saving techniques, which make it easy for you to create everything from runners and rugs to fabric bowls and boxes.90-Minute Fabric Fun features:• 25 quick and clever projects using locker ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

  • Lily Chin's Crochet Tips and Tricks

    Shortcuts and Techniques Every Crocheter Should Know

    by Lily Chin ...
    Toss Lily into your project bag and bring her stitching savvy, troubleshooting techniques, and no-frills know-how wherever your crocheting takes you!Every crocheter, from the newest beginner to the most versatile expert, needs an accessible technique guide. And who better to compile one than Lily Chin—the author of four hugely popular knitting and crocheting manuals, a veteran teacher, and one of ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

  • The Metal Detecting Bible

    Helpful Tips, Expert Tricks and Insider Secrets for Finding Hidden Treasures

    by Brandon Neice ...
    Become a metal detecting expert with this A-to-Z guide that covers everything from choosing equipment to finding the best sites and selling your finds.Nothing is as thrilling as finding cool (and often valuable) stuff right under your feet. So grab this guide and get ready to dig up more and more finds. Packed with helpful information on making your search successful and exciting, The Metal ... Read more

    $11.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Knitting for Olive

    Twenty Modern Knitting Patterns from the Iconic Danish Brand

    Discover twenty stunning, timeless knitting patterns, from cult Scandinavian brand Knitting for Olive.This book includes twenty gorgeous, accessible knitting patterns, and includes both brand new designs and a selection of tried and tested fan-favorites. There is a project here for everyone; the designs vary in difficulty, and cover a range of sweaters, tops, cardigans, hats, and scarves. Each ... Read more

    $20.99 USD

  • The Handsewn Wardrobe

    A Complete Guide to Making Your Own Clothes from Patternmaking to the Finishing Stitches

    Discover the slow, quiet joy of sewing clothes by hand in this one-of-kind guide.Featuring step-by-step, illustrated instructions, this hand-sewing course-in-a-book shows you how to create nine wardrobe staples, including a t-shirt, a button-up, and jeans, using simple hand-sewing and hand-stitching techniques. Author Louisa Owen Sonstroem shares her sustainable, empowering, and portable craft ... Read more

    $25.00 USD

  • May Martin’s Sewing Bible e-short 1: Everything You Need to Know to Get You Started

    by May Martin ...
    The first of 6 eBook-only shorts, beautifully optimised for iPhones and iPads, from star of The Great British Sewing Bee May Martin. Everything the aspiring seamstress needs to get started: A Place to Sew & the Equipment You Need, General Dressmaking Tips, and Hand Stitches. An exclusive first look at May Martin’s Sewing Bible, due out in August.May has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now ... Read more

    Free

  • The Knit Stitch Pattern Handbook

    An Essential Collection of 300 Designer Stitches and Techniques

    Beloved knitwear designer Melissa Leapman offers a comprehensive stitch dictionary and guide with more than 300 original knitting patterns, including slip stitches, cables, and lace.Knitters love their stitch dictionaries. Melissa Leapman, known for her knitting references, shares 300 of her favorite stitch patterns developed over her long career. With basic step-by-step knitting instruction, ... Read more

    Was $5.99 USD Now $4.99 USD

  • Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom

    Discover the Full Potential of the Rigid-Heddle Loom, for Beginners and Beyond

    by Syne Mitchell ...
    This complete guide to rigid-heddle looms explores their full potential with a surprisingly broad array of techniques and projects—featuring step-by-step photography leads readers through the warping and setup process.Rigid-heddle weaving is simple to learn, is easy to master, and offers a lifetime of possibilities to discover! Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom covers everything rigid-heddle ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

  • The Art of Tapestry Weaving

    A Complete Guide to Mastering the Techniques for Making Images with Yarn

    Put aside those preconceptions of dusty, medieval tapestries hanging on castle walls—tapestry weaving has a whole new look, and fiber enthusiasts of all levels will be eager to try their hand at creating images with yarn using the trusted advice of this practical and fun book.Rebecca Mezoff, a renowned teacher of contemporary tapestry weaving, shares her techniques in this in-depth guide to every ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • Around the Corner Crochet Borders

    150 Colorful, Creative Edging Designs with Charts and Instructions for Turning the Corner Perfectly Every Time

    by Edie Eckman ...
    In this easy to understand guide, bestselling author Edie Eckman shares 150 beautiful decorative crochet borders that will put the finishing touch on any project.A crochet border is the perfect finishing touch on the edges of any fiber project, but creating one often means shaping the edging around an unforgiving 90-degree angle. It’s no easy task, but Edie Eckman guides you through it with style ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

  • Drawing on the Artist Within

    by Betty Edwards ...
    Whether you are a business manager, teacher, writer, technician, or student, you'll find Drawing on the Artist Within the most effective program ever created for tapping your creative powers. Profusely illustrated with hundreds of instructional drawings and the work of master artists, this book is written for people with no previous experience in art.AH-HA! I SEE IT NOW!Everyone has experienced ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • Weekend Knitting: 50 Unique Projects and Ideas

    50 Unique Projects and Ideas

    When Weekend Knitting was first published in hardcover in 2003, a modern generation of knitters was just starting to discover this "hot new hobby." Since then, knitting has grown wildly popular and Melanie Falick’s book has gone on to become a knitting classic and a huge bestseller.Weekend Knittin**g brings together unique, innovative, and still-fresh projects for beginning and more-experienced ... Read more

    $14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • 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

    $14.99 USD

  • Embroidery

    The Ideal Guide to Stitching, Whatever Your Level of Expertise

    Series series Step-by-Step Stitching
    An inspirational and practical guide to more than 200 dress-making, needlepoint, and embroidery stitches.Whether you are an embroidery beginner looking for a clear and easy-to-follow guide or an accomplished crafter seeking to perfect your technique and pattern design, this all-encompassing embroidery stitch ebook has something for everyone to love. From materials to mounting techniques, fabrics ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Last-Minute Knitted Gifts

    Today's knitters are chic, smart-and busy. Although they love to knit and enjoy making gifts for family and friends, they're constantly faced with the challenge of finding enough time to actually finish what they've started. Last-Minute Knitted Gifts solves this problem. Joelle Hoverson, owner of Purl, the hip knitting supply store in downtown Manhattan, has designed more than 30 fun, fresh, ... Read more

    $14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus