Random House New Releases - Crafts & Hobbies - Reference - Between May 25, 2012 and June 24, 2013.

Knitting Pattern Essentials (with Bonus Material) by Sally Melville

2013-03-26T00:30:00-05:00

Knitting Pattern Essentials (with Bonus Material) Adapting and Drafting Knitting Patterns for Great Knitwear
Written by Sally Melville

Bring Your Vision to Life with Pattern-Drafting Essentials

What’s the number one mistake that knitters make? They follow a pattern exactly! In this comprehensive guide to sweater construction with an exclusive bonus chapter containing four extra sweater patterns, acclaimed knitting instructor Sally Melville reveals the secrets to creating or modifying a pattern so the finished project looks and fits exactly how you want it to. Pattern drafting has never been easier to understand as Sally breaks down each skill, including how to

• calculate your personal measurements, ease, and stitch patterns
• create a pattern for an existing garment that you love
• shape a variety of necklines, shoulders, sides, sleeves, and hemlines
• combine garment elements for an endless array of design possibilities
• rescue a project when it doesn’t turn out as expected
• finish your projects with a professional look
• knit 12 original projects that showcase the elements covered in the book

With Sally’s knitting expertise at your fingertips, you have all the tools you need to adjust patterns to fit you better than ever and create patterns that finally make your dream designs a reality.

Knitting Pattern Essentials by Sally Melville

2013-03-26T00:30:00-05:00

Knitting Pattern Essentials Adapting and Drafting Knitting Patterns for Great Knitwear
Written by Sally Melville

Bring Your Vision to Life with Pattern-Drafting Essentials
What’s the number one mistake that knitters make? They follow a pattern exactly! In this comprehensive guide to sweater construction, acclaimed knitting instructor Sally Melville reveals the secrets to creating or modifying a pattern so the finished project looks and fits exactly how you want it to. Pattern drafting has never been easier to understand as Sally breaks down each skill, including how to

• calculate your personal measurements, ease, and stitch patterns
• create a pattern for an existing garment that you love
• shape a variety of necklines, shoulders, sides, sleeves, and hemlines
• combine garment elements for an endless array of design possibilities
• rescue a project when it doesn’t turn out as expected
• finish your projects with a professional look
• knit 10 original projects that showcase the elements covered in the book

With Sally’s knitting expertise at your fingertips, you have all the tools you need to adjust patterns to fit you better than ever and create patterns that finally make your dream designs a reality.

Polymer Clay Master Class by Judy Belcher

2013-01-01T00:30:00-05:00

Polymer Clay Master Class Exploring Process, Technique, and Collaboration with 11 Master Artists
Written by Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman

Learn the Signature Techniques of Top Polymer Clay Artists

Polymer Clay Master Class offers you a close-up look at the creative processes of eleven acclaimed polymer clay artists as they share their expertise with one another and you. Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman bring together these talented artists for the first time, offering their individual techniques and then documenting how they inspire and challenge one another in the creation of collaborative pieces. In five lessons with sixteen guided projects, you will gain an understanding of the polymer clay skills you’ve always wanted to master, such as:
• Creating with sculpture, canework, and imitative techniques
• Altering the surface with carving, transfers, imprint, and silk screening
• Incorporating mixed media, such as metal, wood, and fiber
• Designing using cold connections, hollow and lightweight forms, kinetic construction, and jewelry-finishing techniques
• Pushing the boundaries of the Skinner Blend technique
• Collaborating with fellow artists to open up new creative possibilities
With contributors including Leslie Blackford, Cynthia Tinapple, Lindly Haunani, Sarah Shriver, and many others, you have a front-row seat to the world of innovative polymer clay art. Challenge your assumptions about methods, style, and collaboration, and get ready to start on your own creative journey.

Also available as an ebook

Polymer Clay Master Class by Tamara Honaman

2013-01-01T00:30:00-05:00

Polymer Clay Master Class Exploring Process, Technique, and Collaboration with 11 Master Artists
Written by Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman

Craft-a-Day by Sarah Goldschadt

2012-10-02T00:30:00-05:00

Craft-a-Day 365 Simple Handmade Projects
Written by Sarah Goldschadt

Make something new every day of the year! Craft-a-Day offers daily inspiration along with weekly themes to kick-start your creativity. Make magnets, cupcake toppers, garlands, cards, wall art, finger puppets, and more! With 52 different themes, from rainbows and snowmen to ladybugs and groundhogs, you’ll find fun and cuteness on every page. Author Sarah Goldschadt provides whimsical projects for easy crafts that require no advanced skills or crazy tools. Complete with handy patterns and how-to photos, Craft-a-Day challenges you to make something special, every day of the year.

Handmade to Sell by Sara Dick

2012-07-10T00:30:00-05:00

Handmade to Sell Hello Craft's Guide to Owning, Running, and Growing Your Crafty Biz
Written by Kelly Rand, Christine Ernest, Sara Dick and Kimberly Dorn

Business advice for enterprising crafters, by crafters
No one knows more about helping handmade businesses than Hello Craft, the nonprofit trade association for crafty entrepreneurs. Written by the directors of Hello Craft, Handmade to Sell is the most complete, up-to-date, and authoritative guide for DIYers seeking to learn every aspect of selling, marketing, and branding. Based on the Summit of Awesome, Hello Craft’s annual business conference, this book covers topics including:
• Developing successful product lines
• Copyrights and trademarks
• Taking perfect product shots
• Using analytics to boost your online sales
• Selling at fairs, shows, and other retail outlets
• Diversifying income through licensing and teaching
• Hiring and outsourcing
Throughout, you’ll find expert tips and invaluable strategies and advice from some of the most successful indie crafters and artisans. Whether you’ve only contemplated selling your crafts or want to grow an existing handmade business, Handmade to Sell offers essential guidance for anyone who has ever dreamed of making a living from what they create.

Handmade to Sell by Kimberly Dorn

2012-07-10T00:30:00-05:00

Handmade to Sell Hello Craft's Guide to Owning, Running, and Growing Your Crafty Biz
Written by Kelly Rand, Christine Ernest, Sara Dick and Kimberly Dorn

Random House New Releases - Crafts & Hobbies - Reference - Between May 25, 2012 and June 24, 2013.

Knitting Pattern Essentials (with Bonus Material) by Sally Melville

Knitting Pattern Essentials (with Bonus Material) Adapting and Drafting Knitting Patterns for Great KnitwearWritten by Sally Melville

Knitting Pattern Essentials by Sally Melville

Knitting Pattern Essentials Adapting and Drafting Knitting Patterns for Great KnitwearWritten by Sally Melville

Polymer Clay Master Class by Judy Belcher

Polymer Clay Master Class Exploring Process, Technique, and Collaboration with 11 Master ArtistsWritten by Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman

Polymer Clay Master Class by Tamara Honaman

Polymer Clay Master Class Exploring Process, Technique, and Collaboration with 11 Master ArtistsWritten by Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman

Craft-a-Day by Sarah Goldschadt

Craft-a-Day 365 Simple Handmade ProjectsWritten by Sarah Goldschadt

Handmade to Sell by Sara Dick

Handmade to Sell Hello Craft's Guide to Owning, Running, and Growing Your Crafty BizWritten by Kelly Rand, Christine Ernest, Sara Dick and Kimberly Dorn

Handmade to Sell by Kimberly Dorn

Handmade to Sell Hello Craft's Guide to Owning, Running, and Growing Your Crafty BizWritten by Kelly Rand, Christine Ernest, Sara Dick and Kimberly Dorn

Knitting Pattern Essentials (with Bonus Material) Adapting and Drafting Knitting Patterns for Great Knitwear
Written by Sally Melville

Knitting Pattern Essentials Adapting and Drafting Knitting Patterns for Great Knitwear
Written by Sally Melville

Polymer Clay Master Class Exploring Process, Technique, and Collaboration with 11 Master Artists
Written by Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman

Polymer Clay Master Class Exploring Process, Technique, and Collaboration with 11 Master Artists
Written by Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman

Craft-a-Day 365 Simple Handmade Projects
Written by Sarah Goldschadt

Handmade to Sell Hello Craft's Guide to Owning, Running, and Growing Your Crafty Biz
Written by Kelly Rand, Christine Ernest, Sara Dick and Kimberly Dorn

Handmade to Sell Hello Craft's Guide to Owning, Running, and Growing Your Crafty Biz
Written by Kelly Rand, Christine Ernest, Sara Dick and Kimberly Dorn