This book has clear, simple directions and photos and contains both standard knitting techniques as well as techniques that may be new and more challenging to any knitter.
It ranges from techniques that are commonly used in knitting such as decreases, increases, the mattress stitch, yarn types and gauges, to double knitting, steeking and Fair Isle.

: Techniques and Template Sets for Papercut Projects

Step-by-step instructions for 21 stylish projects and more than 20 variations easily created using the same techniques and designs.
Tips and techniques for how to cut designs either by hand or using an electronic cutter.
A CD-ROM containing all of the cutting design files needed to create the projects, plus bonus designs to expand your creative possibilities.

This book showcases ideas for using vintage materials and products to create a family history album.
Included are step-by-step photos for techniques, material lists, and detailed instructions for each layout.
Techniques featured include: coffee dying papers and fabrics, setting eyelets, transferring photos with acetone, applying liver of sulfer on copper mesh and more.

: How to Create Lettering, Knotwork, Coloring and More

Great tutorial for lots of different styles of calligraphy.

: How to stamp, forge, form, and fold metal jewelry designs
This book is easy to follow, simple enough for a beginner but challenging for someone who has prior experience.
Each of the items you can make is current and fashionable.
Great for a gift or to make and wear for yourself.
Each project is just a starting or jumping off point - plenty of inspiration to customize and make your own.

: 15 Quilt Projects Combining Stitchery and Patchwork
Learn how to make gorgeous quilting, patchwork, applique and sewing projects with Country Cottage Quilting.
This book provides the inspiration for this collection of 15 beautiful projects, from quick-to-stitch applique designs that make ideal gifts to larger wall hangings and bed-sized quilt patterns.
The stunning designs combine charming hand embroidery with traditional patchwork and quilting techniques.

This is a delicious collection of fun cake pop treats for every occasion.
Over 40 colorful projects, from cute animals and romantic wedding rings, to creepy Halloween creatures and festive Christmas characters.
The simple step-by-step instructions are perfect for beginners, while the gorgeous designs provide inspiration for the more experienced sugarcrafter.

: Decoupage Your World
The book is so full of fun projects.
None of the projects in this book are that complicated.
The book is great for someone beginning to create with Mod Podge.
It begins with a primer on Mod Podge and what the differences are between the different types. The author further explains how to prep your surfaces and plan out your design.
It contains 40 projects. Each project contains detailed step by step instructions along with photographs of each step.
There is such a wide variety of projects you'll be bound to find something to really excite you.

: 30 Romantic Jewelry Projects
Wonderful book on the art of beadweaving!
Great color combinations and interesting designs.
More of an intermediate to advanced level book.

: 25 Jewelry Designs from a Master Artist
Take a fun class with incredibly popular Japanese beader Sonoko Nozue as if you were right there in person at a bead show -- but instead of learning one piece, you'll make 25! This unique entry in the best-selling Beadweaving Master Class series -- Sonoko's first book in English -- offers 25 stylish projects showcasing her signature melding of traditional Japanese style with modern dramatic flair. These designs are romantic, exquisite, and one-of-a-kind. Sonoko's instructions include illustrations as well as some inspiring beauty shots of the jewelry featuring lovely model photography with a gorgeous Japanese aesthetic.

A gallery of additional beadwork from Sonoko will further inspire beaders in their creative explorations.

: 25 Cute Projects Made from Handmade Pompoms
Enter the wonderful land of pompoms, where cute critters and creative adventures await you.
All the projects in this unique collection begin with handmade, not pre-purchased, pompoms, and every step is beautifully, laid out with easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of images.
Crafters can then create 25 charming creatures, from sweet bluebird to a lop-eared bunny, out of wool yarn, roving and felt.

: Beautiful Designs & Simple Techniques
An informative book for the quilter with ideas and inspiration for hand applique and trying quilting techniques outside ones comfort zone.
Well illustrated.

: Design and Construction, Ideas and Inspiration
In this book, the author demonstrates the techniques upon which her lavish and beautiful jewelry is based.
Her instructions are clear and her directions easy to follow.
This book is a wealth of technique, a library of ideas from which to draw to create one's own unique pieces.

Find the recipes for dainty and sophisticated macarons with decadent fillings, mouthwatering cupcakes and the cutest in vogue cake pops along with step-by-step instructions, tips on piping and gorgeous photos of each delicious treat.

Pat Ferguson, certified Zentangle teacher and master quilter, merges Zentangle with free motion quilting.
Zen Quilting Workbook shows how to produce unique continuous line designs that are easy to execute.
From developing a design concept, to quilting through layers, to finishing the quilt, Pat guides the reader through each step, insuring successful completion. This valuable book includes Pat’s own original patterns as well as amazing new designs created by her students.
The relaxing Zentangle process turns simple patterns into artistic design. The Zentangle method helps anyone get in touch with life, solve problems, and turn mistakes into positives. This book offers a quilting adventure that stimulates creativity while soothing the soul. Readers will discover the bliss of stress-free quilting as they experience the relaxing, repetitive concepts of Zentangle.

This book takes a beginning loom knitter to the next level.
It reviews some basic techniques, then adds 10 new stitches with projects to complete. The new stiches are adaptations of handknit stitches like bobbles and shells. Also included is an introduction to reading knit charts. A useful book for those who are tired of plain hats and scarves.

If you love paper piecing and appliqué, this book is helpful.
There are eight quilts; two are straight piecing, five are appliqué and one is paper piecing.
This gives you a large variety of techniques in your quilt making.

A nine page basics section provides such information as how to do appliqué and also gives several embroidery stitch types for sewing on the appliqués.

:16 Knitted Projects
Discover the secrets of yarn substitution and learn how style, texture and fibre content affect your results with this superb new volume from four acclaimed knitwear designers.
This book features 16 original projects - using a variety of yarns - that will teach you everything you need to know about successfully substituting same-weight yarns.

In this book, the author reveals the secrets for creating wonderful quilts from just one piece of fabric, and in just 3 easy steps - quilt, paint, and embellish.
Featuring 5 contemporary projects and a colourful gallery, this is a must-have for anyone wanting to create beautiful art quilts.

Great book with clear instructions and great diagrams.
This book is full of great patterns and ideas for making Bargello Quilts.

: Sew and Quilt for Family and Friends
A beautiful book with a variety of projects for gifts and for the home.
The author shares her memories of sewing and her love of fashion with you before providing you with many wonderful patterns.
There are quilts, purses, bags, book covers, funky aprons and other accessories.
There are even designs for your dog, including a coat, leash and feeding mat.
You'll find many great gift ideas in this book, as well as projects to decorate your home.
Spiral bound book + patterns in a separate envelope at the back of the book.

: Celebrating the Work of Dorothy Reade
Discover the amazing world of lace knitting with this wonderful new book featuring more than 20 beautiful patterns for everything from scarves and stoles to sweaters, socks, and even home decor, as well as a fascinating biography of Dorothy Reade - the doyenne of lace knitting.
Each of the projects features techniques and patterns developed by Reade in the 1960s, but fully updated for the 21st century.

The designs in this book are beautiful and instruction is clear.
It contains five different projects all with a floral theme.
The projects vary from full sized quilts to table runners and include both pieced projects and applique.
There are options available for both the beginner quilter as well as a more advanced quilter.
She explains some standard techniques with clear illustrations, perfect to refer to even when working on other projects.

: Quilts With That Hopscotch Twist
Pinwheels, dots (circles), squares or stars are used as the basic pattern in each quilts or bag.
There is the basic instructions section of eight pages.
Each project has a color photos with finished block and quilt sizes.
Graphics help you make sure you are following the written directions.
Templates are included at full size.

This is a book about all different types of pinwheel blocks.
Unlike many books which focus on a single block structure, "Pinwheel Party" showcases many varieties of pinwheel block both has the focus for the quilt and also as an accent detail.