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1402713274.jpg Altered Book Scrapbook
Susan Ure

$24.95  $19.96 
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1402713274

Try a different approach to Scrapbooking that's fun, creative, and unusual. Make highly personalized volumes using existing books with a meaningful theme or appearance. A group of dedicated artists showd you how they embellished a variety of printed pages and explain many of the techniques they used. Whether you want to acknowledge a special person, occasion, or aspect of daily life, you'll find the process of creating new layers and designs to be a rewarding one. One of the best Altered Scrapbooking helps we have found! Hardcover, 128pgs.
 
At Knit’s End
By Stephanie Pearl-McPhee

$9.95  $7.96 
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1-580175899

Meditations for Women Who Knit Too Much. This small book holds a treasure of thoughts with which every knitter can identify: the frustrations of ignoring gage, the thrill of a new project, the compulsion of yarn addiction aka SABLE (stash acquisition beyond life expectation). Pearl-McPhee is a lifelong knitter whose bona fides are secured with this story: when she asked her midwife how she'd know when to summon her, the midwife answered, 'When you don't feel like knitting anymore.' Paperback, 320 pages.
 
Best Friends Forever!
By Laura Torres

$13.95  $11.16 
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0-761132740

Best Friends Forever! is Laura Torres at her most creative, most enthusiastic, most encouraging, most entertaining. Writing like the best big sister a girl could ever have, she presents over 90 two-of-a-kind crafts that one-of-a-kind friends can use, wear, and share.199 projects to make and share. Paperback, 148 pages
 
Complete Guide to Quilting
By Jennifer Keltner
Better Homes and Gardens Books

$19.99  $15.99 
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0-696218569

This book covers all aspects of quilting from designing quilt blocks and appliquéing to binding and finishing, giving quilters the tools to tackle any project with confidence.This comprehensive how-to book focuses on instructing quilters in the fine art of quilting; it contains no patterns. Valuable tips and expert trouble-shooting advice make projects easier and more enjoyable.Paperback, 352 pages
 
Crocheting for Dummies
By Susan Brittain

$19.99  $15.99 
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0-76454151X

Step-by-step instructions make it easy to get hooked on crocheting. Whether you’ re a first-time crocheter or looking to expand your skills, this hands-on guide helps you choose the right tools, create basic stitches, and finish off your work. Then, you’ ll move on to more advanced techniques and make purses, hats, sweaters, and afghans. You’ ll also find out how to care for your crocheted items. Paperback, 328 pages. The Dummies Way
Explanations in plain English " Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun Discover how to:
Read crochet patterns Select hooks and yarns Increase and decrease stitches Crochet in circles and squares Fix your mistakes Assemble a finished project
 
Digital Scrapbooking for Dummies
By Jeannee Wines-Reid

$19.99  $15.99 
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0-764584197

Tackle photo techniques at any level.Ready to preserve your memories digitally? This interactive reference explains the basics of this fast, versatile new hobby, giving you the lowdown on the equipment and programs you need to create beautiful pages. You also get expert tips on digital photography, graphic design, scanning, journaling, filters, and fonts.
Discover how to Create a digital layout from scratch Select the best software Use popular scrapbook styles Digitize traditional photos Get the kids involved Share your scrapbook online. Paperback, 336 pages.
 
Easy Beading
By Susan M. Banker

$14.95  $11.96 
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0-696218607

Creative ideas for wearable beaded projects and jewelry, as well as such home accents as beaded pillows, lampshades, tassels, and more. Step-by-step instructions guide crafters to create beads from clay, glass, nature, and other sources. Basic techniques, including color theory and hints, help make beading easy.Informative primer on types of beads, threads, wires, findings, clasps, and crimps. Paperback, 112pages.
 
Encyclopedia of Scrapbooking
Creating Keepsakes

$24.95  $19.96 
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1-57486498X

Beginners and more experienced scrapbookers alike will turn to this hefty newreference time and again for helpful insights and daily inspiration on tools, techniques, layouts, and more. 550+ photos. Paperback, 320 Pages.
 
Jewelry Making & Beading for Dummies
By Heather Dismore

$19.99  $15.99 
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0-764525719

Want to make your own jewelry? This easy-to-follow guide gives you lots of hands-on instruction in making simple, fabulous jewelry and working with beads. From wire wrapping and knotting to weaving and polishing, you'll get all the skills you need to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pins, key chains, wine charms and items for the home. Discover how to Create funky and elegant designs Work with leather, silver, and stones String, knot, and weave beads Avoid common mistakes Host a trendy jewelry party. Paperback, 340 pages.
 
Knit One, Felt Too
By Kathleen Taylor

$18.95  $15.16 
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1-580174973

In craft circles, felted knitting is a hot new trend. It's easy for beginners, and such an interesting technique that experienced knitters want to master it. This book is filled with easy-to-make projects, including luxurious felt mittens, hats, socks, slippers, bags, toys, and more. Full-color photos & illustrations throughout.Paperback, 176 pages.
 
Knitting for Dummies
By Pam Allen

$21.99  $17.59 
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0-76455395X

Wouldn't it be great to make hand-knit items for family and friends — or, even better, for yourself? Using easy-to-follow illustrations, knitting pro Pam Allen demonstrates basic knitting stitches — and then shows you how to decipher patterns, work with multiple colors, get creative, and much more!Paperback, 384 pages
 
Learn to Knit
By Penny Hill

$14.95  $11.96 
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1-580111750

Perfect for the beginner, this guide features over 100 color photos highlighting instructions for such projects as a baby's scarf and hat, a striped children's cardigan, and a set of smart knitted cushions. More than 13 knitting techniques and 11 projects are featured. Paperback, 80 pages.
 
Scrapbooking for Dummies
By Jeanne Wines-Read & Joan Wines

$19.99  $15.99 
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0-764572083

Scrapbooking is a fun way to collect memories that's caught on in at least one in five American households! This plain-English guide shows readers how to put together their first scrapbook, providing creative ideas and designs that anyone can easily replicate.Paperback, 362 pages
 
Sewing for Dummies
By Janice Saunders Maresh

$19.99  $15.99 
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0-764568477

Whether quilting, embroidering, mending, or constructing a project, readers need to know some sewing basics to be successful. Sewing For Dummies covers all the important sewing fundamentals. Paperback, 388 pages
 
Simply Beautiful Beading
By Heidi Boyd

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1-581805632

Forty affordable projects featuring the newest bead styles and fashions. Crafters will learn basic beading and jewelry making with the help of over 250 color photographs for a wealth of ideas. Paperback, 127 pages