Random House New Releases - Crafts & Hobbies - Between November 25, 2008 and December 25, 2009.

How to Sew a Button by Erin Bried

2009-12-15T00:30:00-05:00

How to Sew a Button And Other Nifty Things Your Grandmother Knew
Written by Erin Bried

“Waste not, want not” with this guide to saving money, taking heart, and enjoying the simple pleasures of life.

Nowadays, many of us “outsource” basic tasks. Food is instant, ready-made, and processed with unhealthy additives. Dry cleaners press shirts, delivery guys bring pizza, gardeners tend flowers, and, yes, tailors sew on those pesky buttons. But life can be much simpler, sweeter, and richer–and a lot more fun, too! As your grandmother might say, now is not the time to be careless with your money, and it actually pays to learn how to do things yourself!

Practical and empowering, How to Sew a Button collects the treasured wisdom of nanas, bubbies, and grandmas from all across the country–as well as modern-day experts–and shares more than one hundred step-by-step essential tips for cooking, cleaning, gardening, and entertaining, including how to

• polish your image by shining your own shoes
• grow your own vegetables (and stash your bounty for the winter)
• sweeten your day by making your own jam
• use baking soda and vinegar to clean your house without toxic chemicals
• feel beautiful by perfecting your posture
• roll your own piecrust and find a slice of heaven
• fold a fitted sheet to crisp perfection
• waltz without stepping on any toes

Complete with helpful illustrations and brimming with nostalgic charm, How to Sew a Button provides calm and comfort in uncertain times. By doing things yourself, with care and attention, you and your loved ones will feel the pleasing rewards of a job well done.

How to Sew a Button by Erin Bried

2009-12-15T00:30:00-05:00

How to Sew a Button And Other Nifty Things Your Grandmother Knew
Written by Erin Bried

400 Knitting Stitches by Crown

2009-11-17T00:30:00-05:00

400 Knitting Stitches A Complete DIctionary of Essential Stitch Patterns
Written by Crown

Whether you're a beginning knitter or advanced, whether your tastes range from simple knit-purl stitching to fancy Daisy or Moroccan screen, a dictionary of stitch patterns is indispensable!

Young knitters, old knitters, hip knitters, traditional knitters: they all enjoy different styles. But every knitter from age 5 to 95 needs a good dictionary of stitches. 400 Knitting Stitches is a comprehensive guide that invites knitters to experiment with a variety of new stitch combinations. The book is conveniently divided into eight categories: knit-purl, crossed and cables, slipped, lacy,double, twisted, cast-off, and fancy stitches. Making a romantic lacy wrap or a classic cable sweater? Whatever your style, there's a stitch in here for you.

Each of the 400-plus featured stitches is accompanied by easy-to-follow written and charted instructions,as well as a full-color photograph. A section on basic knitting information and techniques at the front of the book makes this volume even more invaluable.

From advanced knitters experimenting with their own designs to beginners looking for clear instruction and explanation, 400 Knitting Stitches is an essential reference for knitters of all kinds.

Big Girl Knits by Amy R. Singer

2009-11-17T00:30:00-05:00

Big Girl Knits 25 Big, Bold Projects Shaped for Real Women with Real Curves
Written by Jillian Moreno and Amy R. Singer

Big Girl Knits features twenty-five unique patterns for women size 14 and up. From flattering pullovers and sexy tees to sleek skirts and fun accessories, this book is overflowing with options for knitting up an entire wardrobe to compliment your shapely shape.

Part knitting instruction, part fashion guide, Big Girl Knits is packed with expert advice to help you make the most of the three Bs: Boobs, Belly, and Butt. All the garments and accessories featured in the book are proportioned to fit and flatter a big girl’s body. Learn two fabulous adaptations to add to your knitting toolbox that you can apply to any sweater pattern. The book also features an easy-to-use measurement guide and tips to help you choose the right yarn, colors, and styles for you.

From the Hardcover edition.

Cute Pups: Canine Friends and Accessories by Chie Hayano

2009-11-17T00:30:00-05:00

Cute Pups: Canine Friends and Accessories
Written by Chie Hayano

The Cute Dogs series' second installment will feature full color pictures of each dog along with short stories and crafting accessories for each pooch.

Dog and Accessories Include:
Long Coat Chihuahua
Shiba
Siberian Husky
Toy Poodle
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Border Collie
Dalmatian
Airedale Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Maltese
Bulldog
Japanese Spitz
Bones
Leash
Collar
Carrying Bag
Bowls
Toys

Identification of Lace by Pat Earnshaw

2009-11-17T00:30:00-05:00

Identification of Lace
Written by Pat Earnshaw

This book guides the reader through the intricacies of identifying a piece of lace, listing and illustrating the points to look through in each lace. It covers the whole range of lace from all parts of the world, selecting for examination those major types which the collector or dealer is most likely to come across or hear about. The numerous photographs are arranged to assist comparison of diagnostic features and to put together laces which might be confused with each other so that their differences, sometimes subtle, can be appreciated.

The Sewing Bible by Ruth Singer

2009-11-10T00:30:00-05:00

The Sewing Bible A Modern Manual of Practical and Decorative Sewing Techniques
Written by Ruth Singer

A complete course on sewing—from threading a needle to couture hemming

Finally someone has created every sewer's ideal companion: a comprehensive book on every aspect of hand and machine sewing—from the most basic to the most advanced—with a modern aesthetic and 20 projects to boot. From simple tutorials to in-depth masterclasses, Ruth Singer packs in lesson after lesson on both practical and decorative techniques.

The Sewing Bible includes:

• Easy-to-use instructions accompanied by hundreds of beautiful photographs detailing every stage of each technique
•20 functional, fashionable sewing projects that illustrate many of the lessons—from an easy T-shirt transformation to a complex handbag—making this a how-to guide and pattern book in one
•Extensive guides to fabrics and tools, and resources to help you choose the perfect materials and equipment for your projects
•Advice on using organic and eco fabrics and working with recycled and vintage fabrics

With more excitement than traditional sewing manuals, and much more depth than a book of projects, The Sewing Bible is an easy-to-use guide that's as attractive as it is comprehensive. This is the one book you need whether you're a beginner, an expert, or anywhere in between.

Refashioned Bags by Justina Blakeney

2009-11-03T00:30:00-05:00

Refashioned Bags Upcycle Anything into High-Style Handbags
Written by Faith Blakeney and Justina Blakeney

Reduce, Reuse, Refashion!

Handbags are the ultimate accessory. Fortunately, you don't need a cookie-cutter designer bag to make a fashion statement. In today's greener, more fiscally responsible world, it makes a lot more sense–and is a lot more fun—to make your own. Whether your closet is already an amalgam of hand-made clothing and remastered mash-ups or you're diving into DIY for the very first time, bags are one of the easiest accessories to make over and require little more than a needle, thread, and everyday items you can find in the closet, garage, attic, or flea market.

That's why the authors of 99 Ways to Cut, Sew, Trim & Tie Your T-Shirt into Something Special show you how to make boutique-ready bags on the cheap. The Blakeney sisters twist and weave, turn inside-out, and reappropriate just about anything and everything to fashion radical accessories with mad style and a message.

In Refashioned Bags, you'll learn how to create carryalls, clutches, laptop bags, totes, and more. And all of them will get a unique look, whether from the use of an old wool sweater, an ex-boyfriend's neckties, extra shower curtains, dad's hand-me-down suit jacket, a quilt, an umbrella, or even a bath mat. Some of the inventive and one-of-a-kind bags you'll learn to make include:

• Boho Hobo Bag
• Sweater Computer Cozy
• Dapper Diaper Bag
• Dolce Doily Purse
• Le Zip Sac
• Tux Redux Bag And more!

Helpful diagrams accompany the step-by-step instructions, along with bonus crafting ideas, fun facts, and tips and tricks from top bag designers in the DIY field who work with, at times, unusual materials. By following just a few easy steps that require little more than cutting, folding, gluing, and basic stitching, you'll be able to add refashioned bag designer to your repertoire.

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Beyond the Basics by Ellen Silverman

2009-11-03T00:30:00-05:00

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Beyond the Basics
Written by Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs
Photographed by Ellen Silverman

The yarn girls are upping the ante on quick-to-knit, sassy looks in beyond the basics. With the same friendly encouragement and big-sister know-how found in their previous books, The Yarn Girls’ Guide to Simple Knits and The Yarn Girls’ Guide to Kid Knits, Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs are taking new knitters to the next level of stitch wizardry. But new knitters aren’t the only ones having fun — intermediate and experienced knitters won’t be able to resist the ingenious patterns that deliver nearly instant gratification.

Without abandoning their straightforward instructions and fast-working chunky yarns, the Yarn Girls present thirty-four of their freshest patterns to introduce clever techniques such as cabling, color work, and shaping to turn a simple sweater into a smart number. Try a little intarsia to make a plain sweater a work of color sophistication. Knit up a cabled tank top for stunning warm-weather wear. The projects in this book cover a range of apparel and accessories — hip tees, cozy sweaters, chic hats, delicate scarves, stunning ponchos, and even blankets — enough to take you through all sorts of styles and seasons, with the investment of a little time and a few clever stitches.

The yarn girls return to the scene with an exciting line of thirty-four brand-new stylish patterns that will wow experienced knitters while taking beginners to the next level.

Inside, you’ll find easy-to-understand techniques for:

• knitted cables
• intarsia
• slipped stitches

From the Hardcover edition.

Haiku Knits by Tanya Alpert

2009-10-20T00:30:00-05:00

Haiku Knits 25 Serenely Beautiful Patterns Inspired by Japanese Design
Written by Tanya Alpert

Haiku, the graceful and evocative form of Japanese poetry, celebrates nature in all its subtle and unobtrusive beauty. In Haiku Knits, this appreciation for understated, direct beauty is expressed in the texture of a felted skirt, the rhythm of a chain of twisted cables, or the casual elegance of an asymmetric sweater. Author Tanya Alpert, a knitwear designer and fiber artist, presents 25 simple, modern garments and accessories inspired by Japanese design, featuring innovative elements and beautiful fibers. These technically simple yet stylish and sophisticated designs will appeal to fashion-forward knitters at all skill levels. Illustrated throughout with stunning photographs, this elegant book also includes an appendix of essential techniques.

The Polymer Clay Cookbook by Susan Partain

2009-10-20T00:30:00-05:00

The Polymer Clay Cookbook Tiny Food Jewelry to Whip Up and Wear
Written by Jessica Partain and Susan Partain

The Polymer Clay Cookbook celebrates favorite foods with 20 tiny, deliciously realistic food charms to make from polymer clay and fashion into unique jewelry. Styled as a cookbook for the beginning miniaturist "chef," the introductory chapters discuss the "basic ingredients" and techniques used for polymer clay and jewelry-making. The remainder of the book offers 20 "recipes" grouped by category: fruits, breakfast, lunch and dinner, sweets and snacks, and holiday foods. Each recipe has a list of "ingredients," step-by-step directions with photographs, and suggested variations. Each piece is presented as a particular finished jewelry item, such as a necklace, but readers are encouraged to adapt the piece into any type of jewelry they choose. Each chapter also includes one of the authors' own cherished recipes for real food, including Sunday Morning Cinnamon Rolls, Grandma's Pasta Sauce, Decadent Raspberry Chocolate Cupcakes, and Mom's Holiday Sugar Cookies. Throughout, the authors--who are sisters--share their enthusiasm for family, sisterhood, and the tradition and feelings surrounding our favorite foods.

A Rainbow of Stitches by Frederic Lucano

2009-10-20T00:30:00-05:00

A Rainbow of Stitches Embroidery and Cross-Stitch Basics Plus More Than 1,000 Motifs and 80 Project Ideas
Written by Agnes Delage-Calvet, Anne Sohier-Fournel, Muriel Brunet and Francoise Ritz
Photographed by Frederic Lucano

A Rainbow of Stitches is a how-to-stitch guide, a project idea book, and an encyclopedia of motifs, all in one go-to reference. Begin by choosing a motif from this extensive collection, which ranges from elegant alphabets to 1970s-inspired flowers and leaves, from sweet fairies to vintage-chic ladies in classic Dior dresses. The "Get Stitching" section gives you the basics you need to get started, along with an illustrated how-to of the simple stitches that are used to create all of the motifs. Each of the following sections, which are arranged by color–fresh greens, pretty pinks, timeless blues, rich reds, and elegant white and taupe–presents ideas for embroidering motifs in single colors, showing how much can be achieved with just one color of embroidery floss on a plain background. Includes more than eighty beautifully photographed, inspiring ideas for stitched embellishment, from wearables and personal accessories to a variety of decorative items for every room in your home.

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Simple Knits by Jordana Jacobs

2009-10-20T00:30:00-05:00

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Simple Knits
Written by Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs

In their bustling New York City yarn shop Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs—a.k.a. the Yarn Girls—have helped thousands of new and lapsed knitters rediscover the pleasures of knitting. Forget frumpy worsted wools and tiny needles; here are the gorgeous, wearable styles you’ve been looking for, with patterns that knit up so fast even inexperienced knitters can start a project on Saturday and wear it to work Monday morning. Made on big needles (sizes 9 to 36) and with a wide range of the chunky, luxurious new yarns that are now available, they couldn’t be easier to create, or more fun to wear.

The Yarn Girls have selected thirty of their most popular basic-but-beautiful projects in a range of must-have styles, from trendy funnel-necks and classic cardigans to sexy tanks. Each project includes pointers to ensure that the finished project will fit properly and look like a million bucks. There are also patterns for creating accessories such as hats and scarves, as well as something for the guys and cozy throws for the home. Each pattern is designed to reinforce the fundamentals of knitting and help tentative knitters gain confidence. Clearly illustrated sections on techniques, plus a glossary and the Yarn Girls’ helpful tips throughout, practically guarantee a successful outcome the very first time.

From the Hardcover edition.

Carefree Clothes for Girls by Junko Okawa

2009-10-13T00:30:00-05:00

Carefree Clothes for Girls 20 Patterns for Outdoor Frocks, Playdate Dresses, and More
Written by Junko Okawa

Full of unhemmed edges, ruffles, buttons, and lace—and above all, personality—the garments presented in this book offer whimsical charm and practical playfulness. From simple dresses with ruffled sleeves to blouses with lace and pants with legwarmers, all of the clothes in this book are of simple construction, yet full of romantic details. Intended for girls ages 4 to 7, each garment is presented in four sizes so readers can find the perfect fit for their own little girl.

Carefree Clothes for Girls is full of beautiful full-color photographs that reflect the distinctive Japanese craft book style. Each project comes with clear, step-by-step instructions and detailed diagrams—perfect for the strong beginner and intermediate sewer. Full-size patterns are included with the book and as individual downloads online at makegoodbooks.com.

Projects include:
• blouse with lace trim,
• quilted bodice dress,
• lace-trimmed coat,
• crossover tunic,
• natural cotton skirt.

Felting for Baby by Saori Yamazaki

2009-10-13T00:30:00-05:00

Felting for Baby 25 Warm and Woolly Projects for the Little Ones in Your Life
Written by Saori Yamazaki

Every item is a little sweeter when it’s made with materials that are just right, and the soft, warm, and durable nature of wool felt makes it the perfect material for the little ones in your life. The twenty-five felted projects in this book—from soft play mats and warm wool vests to snuggly teddy bears and cozy baby booties—will add a touch of warm and fuzzy delight to your baby’s life.

Using just two easy techniques—wet felting and needle felting—you can easily transform raw wool into innumerable objects that will please your baby’s senses and last as your child grows. Clear step-by-step instruction and detailed diagrams make felting easy for beginners, while the unique projects and beautiful color photographs will inspire all crafters.

Make the projects in this book and add a touch of warmth to your nursery, crib, playroom, and beyond.

Projects include:

• woolen baby booties—a practical and lovely item any baby will need,
• flying bluebirds mobile—a classic gift that both babies and parents will appreciate,
• musical clatter balls—a safe toy that will entertain for hours,
• warm bottle cover—to help insulate baby’s bottle,
• mama’s bag—a capacious holder for diapers, cell phones, and lunch.

The Knitter's Book of Wool by Clara Parkes

2009-10-13T00:30:00-05:00

The Knitter's Book of Wool The Ultimate Guide to Understanding, Using, and Loving this Most Fabulous Fiber
Written by Clara Parkes

In this complete guide to wool - the most popular yarn around - passionate wool expert Clara Parkes translates the vast world of sheep and their wool into the language and context of knitting.

What is wool? Clara starts with the fundamentals: what wool is made of, how it gets off the sheep, and how it is transformed from a jumbled mass of dirty fluff into a gorgeous yarn that so tempts us at our local yarn stores.

Who makes it? Parkes conducts an inspiring tour of sheep breeds from around the world - introducing us to the animals who give us their wool - and explains how to best knit with yarns made from their fibers.

Which yarn do I use? If only there were a way to read a skein to know how it would behave and what it wanted to become. Now there is! Parkes demystifies the generic (non-breed-specific) wool yarn you'll find at your local yarn shop, showing you how to best determine what every yarn longs to be.

What do I knit? Parkes went to some of the most creative and inquisitive design minds of the kniting world to provide more than 20 patterns that highlight the qualities of specific types of wool.

The Knitter's Book of Wool teaches you everything you need to know about wool - and its journey from pasture to pullover. The next time you pick up a skein, you won't have to wonder what to create with it. You'll just know.

Lily Chin's Crochet Tips & Tricks by Lily Chin

2009-10-13T00:30:00-05:00

Lily Chin's Crochet Tips & Tricks Shortcuts and Techniques Every Crocheter Should Know
Written 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 the fastest crocheters in the world?

Lily Chin's Crochet Tips & Tricks compiles more than 75 of her best techniques—some collected from her regularly sold-out classes, many more never seen before—into one comprehensive, pocket-size guide. This book is filled with simple solutions to every crocheter's pet peeves, as well as nonstandard approaches to some of the biggest crocheting bugaboos. At the end of it, you'll be left with one satisfying question: "Why didn't I think of that?!"

Lily Chin's Knitting Tips & Tricks by Lily Chin

2009-10-13T00:30:00-05:00

Lily Chin's Knitting Tips & Tricks Shortcuts and Techniques Every Knitter Should Know
Written by Lily Chin

Toss Lily into your project bag and bring her stitching savvy, troubleshooting techniques, and no-frills know-how wherever your knitting takes you!

Are you one of the thousands of Lily Chin converts who swear by her legendary Tips & Tricks classes? Or are you an avid knitter in search of a portable, accessible technique guide?

Knitters of every level will love Lily Chin's Knitting Tips & Tricks for its simple solutions to everyday knitting problems. Covering everything from knitting standards and conventions to working with various types of yarns to fixing stitch mistakes, Lily's book is a comprehensive distillation of her decades of experience, and by the end of it she will have answered knitting questions that you didn't even know you had.

More Big Girl Knits by Amy R. Singer

2009-10-06T00:30:00-05:00

More Big Girl Knits 25 Designs Full of Color and Texture for Curvy Women
Written by Jillian Moreno and Amy R. Singer

Look great without adding bulk.

The geniuses behind Big Girl Knits present 25 all-new curve-flattering projects that explore the beauty of color & texture.

Jillian Moreno and Amy R. Singer brought the average American woman—a size 14—a collection of stylish, flattering patterns in Big Girl Knits. Now they’re back with 25 new curve-friendly projects that embrace color and texture, plus adaptations to make almost any pattern suitable for all shapes and sizes.

Part knitting instruction book and part sassy style guide, More Big Girl Knits goes beyond teaching the basics—fit, proportion, motif placement, and balance principles—to tackle all-new methods for creating knitwear with brilliant colors and sumptuous textures that voluptuous women can wear with pride. The second half of the book features attractive patterns, from jackets to sexy tank tops that are proportioned to fit and shaped to create a fetching silhouette. Packed with tips and tricks on what to avoid, what to embrace, and how to modify any design to flatter your body, this smart guide will show Big Girls how to look gorgeous in colorful, texture-rich knitwear.

From the Hardcover edition.

Morehouse Farm Merino Knits by Margrit Lohrer

2009-10-06T00:30:00-05:00

Morehouse Farm Merino Knits More than 40 Farm-Fresh Designs
Written by Margrit Lohrer

Tucked away in a valley surrounded by a luscious landscape and rolling hills, Morehouse Farm is home to two former Manhattanites—Margrit Lohrer and Albrecht Pichler—who sought refuge from city life to raise Merino sheep and create the plushest wool of them all. Morehouse Farm Merino Knits opens the gates of this magical farmland with a true city-to-country fairy tale and a fresh crop of patterns for merino handknits.

Margrit Lohrer has developed more than forty patterns that range from lacy shawls and classic sweaters to adorable baby garments and colorful mittens, along with a selection of gorgeous accessories for the home—all inspired by the beauty of merino wool and the comfort of life on Morehouse Farm. These inventive patterns include something special for each member of the family, even the cat. Lively sidebars include anecdotes about farm life, helpful knitting tips, and methods for caring for merino wool.

Full-color photographs of each handknit set against the lush Morehouse landscape will transport you directly to the farm. As you escape into this charming backdrop, discover the enchanting tale of the farm and follow the wool from sheep to shawl as you read firsthand accounts of caring for the flock, shearing, dyeing, spinning, and knitting with merino wool.

Morehouse Farm Merino Knits offers more than forty designs geared for knitters who delight in the soothing qualities of working with a plush fiber.

Spoil yourself with merino, the world’s most luxurious wool yarn.

From the Hardcover edition.

Random House New Releases - Crafts & Hobbies - Between November 25, 2008 and December 25, 2009.

How to Sew a Button by Erin Bried

How to Sew a Button And Other Nifty Things Your Grandmother KnewWritten by Erin Bried

How to Sew a Button by Erin Bried

How to Sew a Button And Other Nifty Things Your Grandmother KnewWritten by Erin Bried

400 Knitting Stitches by Crown

400 Knitting Stitches A Complete DIctionary of Essential Stitch PatternsWritten by Crown

Big Girl Knits by Amy R. Singer

Big Girl Knits 25 Big, Bold Projects Shaped for Real Women with Real CurvesWritten by Jillian Moreno and Amy R. Singer

Cute Pups: Canine Friends and Accessories by Chie Hayano

Cute Pups: Canine Friends and Accessories Written by Chie Hayano

Identification of Lace by Pat Earnshaw

Identification of Lace Written by Pat Earnshaw

The Sewing Bible by Ruth Singer

The Sewing Bible A Modern Manual of Practical and Decorative Sewing TechniquesWritten by Ruth Singer

Refashioned Bags by Justina Blakeney

Refashioned Bags Upcycle Anything into High-Style HandbagsWritten by Faith Blakeney and Justina Blakeney

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Beyond the Basics by Ellen Silverman

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Beyond the Basics Written by Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs Photographed by Ellen Silverman

Haiku Knits by Tanya Alpert

Haiku Knits 25 Serenely Beautiful Patterns Inspired by Japanese DesignWritten by Tanya Alpert

The Polymer Clay Cookbook by Susan Partain

The Polymer Clay Cookbook Tiny Food Jewelry to Whip Up and WearWritten by Jessica Partain and Susan Partain

A Rainbow of Stitches by Frederic Lucano

A Rainbow of Stitches Embroidery and Cross-Stitch Basics Plus More Than 1,000 Motifs and 80 Project IdeasWritten by Agnes Delage-Calvet, Anne Sohier-Fournel, Muriel Brunet and Francoise Ritz Photographed by Frederic Lucano

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Simple Knits by Jordana Jacobs

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Simple Knits Written by Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs

Carefree Clothes for Girls by Junko Okawa

Carefree Clothes for Girls 20 Patterns for Outdoor Frocks, Playdate Dresses, and MoreWritten by Junko Okawa

Felting for Baby by Saori Yamazaki

Felting for Baby 25 Warm and Woolly Projects for the Little Ones in Your LifeWritten by Saori Yamazaki

The Knitter's Book of Wool by Clara Parkes

The Knitter's Book of Wool The Ultimate Guide to Understanding, Using, and Loving this Most Fabulous FiberWritten by Clara Parkes

Lily Chin's Crochet Tips & Tricks by Lily Chin

Lily Chin's Crochet Tips & Tricks Shortcuts and Techniques Every Crocheter Should KnowWritten by Lily Chin

Lily Chin's Knitting Tips & Tricks by Lily Chin

Lily Chin's Knitting Tips & Tricks Shortcuts and Techniques Every Knitter Should KnowWritten by Lily Chin

More Big Girl Knits by Amy R. Singer

More Big Girl Knits 25 Designs Full of Color and Texture for Curvy WomenWritten by Jillian Moreno and Amy R. Singer

Morehouse Farm Merino Knits by Margrit Lohrer

Morehouse Farm Merino Knits More than 40 Farm-Fresh DesignsWritten by Margrit Lohrer

How to Sew a Button And Other Nifty Things Your Grandmother Knew
Written by Erin Bried

How to Sew a Button And Other Nifty Things Your Grandmother Knew
Written by Erin Bried

400 Knitting Stitches A Complete DIctionary of Essential Stitch Patterns
Written by Crown

Big Girl Knits 25 Big, Bold Projects Shaped for Real Women with Real Curves
Written by Jillian Moreno and Amy R. Singer

Cute Pups: Canine Friends and Accessories
Written by Chie Hayano

Identification of Lace
Written by Pat Earnshaw

The Sewing Bible A Modern Manual of Practical and Decorative Sewing Techniques
Written by Ruth Singer

Refashioned Bags Upcycle Anything into High-Style Handbags
Written by Faith Blakeney and Justina Blakeney

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Beyond the Basics
Written by Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs
Photographed by Ellen Silverman

Haiku Knits 25 Serenely Beautiful Patterns Inspired by Japanese Design
Written by Tanya Alpert

The Polymer Clay Cookbook Tiny Food Jewelry to Whip Up and Wear
Written by Jessica Partain and Susan Partain

A Rainbow of Stitches Embroidery and Cross-Stitch Basics Plus More Than 1,000 Motifs and 80 Project Ideas
Written by Agnes Delage-Calvet, Anne Sohier-Fournel, Muriel Brunet and Francoise Ritz
Photographed by Frederic Lucano

The Yarn Girls' Guide to Simple Knits
Written by Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs

Carefree Clothes for Girls 20 Patterns for Outdoor Frocks, Playdate Dresses, and More
Written by Junko Okawa

Felting for Baby 25 Warm and Woolly Projects for the Little Ones in Your Life
Written by Saori Yamazaki

The Knitter's Book of Wool The Ultimate Guide to Understanding, Using, and Loving this Most Fabulous Fiber
Written by Clara Parkes

Lily Chin's Crochet Tips & Tricks Shortcuts and Techniques Every Crocheter Should Know
Written by Lily Chin

Lily Chin's Knitting Tips & Tricks Shortcuts and Techniques Every Knitter Should Know
Written by Lily Chin

More Big Girl Knits 25 Designs Full of Color and Texture for Curvy Women
Written by Jillian Moreno and Amy R. Singer

Morehouse Farm Merino Knits More than 40 Farm-Fresh Designs
Written by Margrit Lohrer