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

Format: Trade Paperback, 240 pages
On Sale: October 20, 2009
Price: $24.99

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... Read more >

The Black Apple's Paper Doll Primer
Activities and Amusements for the Curious Paper Artist
Written by Emily Martin

Format: Trade Paperback, 160 pages
On Sale: November 2, 2010
Price: $19.99

Join the creator of The Black Apple, Emily Martin, on a trip through her magical world of paper dolls, imaginary places, and clever craft projects.

 

Inside this book you’ll find 21 sweet, mysterious characters with clothes and accessories all their own—from a busy beekeeper’s daughter to a bird-loving librarian. You’ll also find...

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The Craft of Stone Brewing Co.
Liquid Lore, Epic Recipes, and Unabashed Arrogance
Written by Greg Koch, Steve Wagner and Randy Clemens

Format: eBook, 208 pages
On Sale: October 18, 2011
Price: $14.99

Since its inception in 1996, Stone Brewing Co. has been the fastest growing brewery in the country—Beer lovers gravitate to its unique line-up which includes favorites such as Stone IPA and Arrogant Bastard Ale. This insider's guide focuses on the history of Stone Brewing Co., and shares homebrew recipes for many... Read more >

Toe-Up Socks for Every Body
Adventurous Lace, Cables, and Colorwork from Wendy Knits
Written by Wendy D. Johnson

Format: Trade Paperback, 144 pages
On Sale: March 23, 2010
Price: $22.99

Acclaimed knitter, author, designer, and teacher Wendy D. Johnson is back with the perfect sequel to her hit book Socks from the Toe Up. In Toe-Up Socks for Every Body, Wendy shows knitters, whether they’re knitting their first or hundred-and-first sock, how to use the toe-up technique to get the perfect... Read more >

The Complete Modern Blacksmith

Written by Alexander Weygers

Format: eBook, 304 pages
On Sale: March 7, 2012
Price: $14.99

A truly unusual and unique resource, this extremely hands-on book brings together three popular but long-out-of-print classics (THE MODERN BLACKSMITH; THE RECYCLING, USE, AND REPAIR OF TOOLS; and THE MAKING OF TOOLS) essential for anyone interested in the making, repair, maintenance, or arcana of tools. An essential volume in any serious... Read more >

Fantastic Flight

Written by John M. Collins

Format: Trade Paperback, 176 pages
On Sale: November 1, 2004
Price: $16.99

Let's Do Launch!These aren't your ordinary paper airplanes. These airplanes loop, circle back, flap their wings and spin, tumble, soar, and, of course, glide. In his best-selling book, THE GLIDING FLIGHT, award-winning paper airplane designer John Michael Collins introduced us to the craft of paper airplane folding. In FANTASTIC FLIGHT, the... Read more >

Boyfriend Sweaters
19 Designs for Him That You'll Want to Wear
Written by Bruce Weinstein
Photographed by Jared Flood

Format: Trade Paperback, 160 pages
On Sale: December 18, 2012
Price: $21.99

Perfect for Him. Perfect for Her.
Everyone wants the perfect cozy sweater. One they can dress up or down. It should be simple enough for him, yet stylish and flattering for her. Rediscover the boyfriend sweater, a versatile garment that both guys and girls will fall head over heels for.
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99 Ways to Cut, Sew, Trim, and Tie Your T-Shirt into Something Special

Written by Faith Blakeney, Justina Blakeney, Anka Livakovic and Ellen Schultz

Format: Hardcover
On Sale: March 7, 2006
Price: $19.95

Extraordinarily clever ways to transform any ordinary T-shirt.

The pattern techniques are simple, and the supplies you’ll need are easy to find: T-shirts, scissors, sewing needle, and thread. The difficulty of each project is rated from 1 to 4, and none take more than 30 minutes to create. You’ll never look... Read more >

Adventures in Mixed Media
Collage, Stitch, Fuse, and Journal Your Way to a More Creative Life
Written by Jane Davies

Format: Trade Paperback, 144 pages
On Sale: April 26, 2011
Price: $19.99

Mixed media in all its forms—not just traditional two-dimensional, paper-based collage but three-dimensional pieces that include fiber, fabric, a variety of embellishments, found objects, and even repurposed and recycled materials—offers artists an opportunity to move freely across the boundaries of art, craft, painting, quilting, and collage. In Adventures in Mixed Media... Read more >

Foxfire 8

Written by Foxfire Fund, Inc.
Edited by Eliot Wigginton

Format: Trade Paperback, 512 pages
On Sale: March 20, 1984
Price: $19.95

Southern folk pottery from pug mills, ash glazes, and groundhog kilns to face jugs, churns and roosters; mule swapping, chicken fighting, and more are included in this eighth volume. Read more >