Creative Paper Cutting: Basic Techniques & Fresh Designs for Stencils, Mobiles, Cards & More

Offering a variety of styles, this book presents paper cutting techniques through clear step-by-step instruction, detailed diagrams, and templates. Once you've mastered the basics, creative uses for paper cutouts are offered, including as cards, gift wrap, mobiles, collages, stencils, garlands, and more.
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Knit Your Own Dog: Easy-To-Follow Patterns for 25 Pedigree Pooches

 With patterns for 25 different pedigree pooches, "Knit Your" "Own Dog" lets you choose the dog you want, whether it's a pretty Poodle or a loyal Labrador. Or knit them all for a pack of canine fun!
The patterns are easy-to-follow for both new and veteran knitters. It should take only a few evenings to create a covetable companion for life. And yet each pattern is extremely detailed and includes all of the distinguishing features of each breed, from the startling blue eyes of the Siberian Husky and the long, woolly curls of the Old English Sheepdog to the lolling tongue of the German Shepherd.
Accompanying the patterns are a brief description of each breed, as well as expert tips on choosing yarns, stuffing and sewing the dogs, and adding personality to your creation. Beautiful color photographs of the finished dogs, as well as detail shots, both inspire and instruct. "Knit Your Own Dog" is the perfect book for knitters and devoted dog lovers.
Breeds include: Afghan Hound, Basset Hound, Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel, Corgi, Dachshund, Dalmatian, English Bulldog, English Bull Terrier, French Bulldog, German Shepherd, Jack Russell, Labrador, Miniature Schnauzer, Old English Sheepdog, Poodle, Portuguese Water Dog, Pug, Red Setter, Rough Collie, Scottish Terrier, Siberian Husky, West Highland Terrier, Whippet, Wire-haired Fox Terrier.
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Who's Who in Fashion

Who's Who in Fashion, 5th Edition, captures the energy, drama, and excitement of the luminaries who make up the world of fashion. Alphabetical listing of profiles includes useful design philosophies, as well as mentors and sources of inspiration. The biographies trace the careers of many of the men and women who've contributed to fashion. Besides today's major figures and legendary designers of the past, there are lesser known people and newcomers worth watching as well as a sampling of interesting nonconformists--free spirits who prefer to work off the main fashion paths. The picture would not be complete without the style makers, those with an eye and an instinct for fashion and who interpret it for the public; and of course, the editors, photographers, artists--those who sketch and photograph, write about fashion, and promote it.
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More Knitting in the Sun: 24 Patterns to Knit for Kids

Kids want knits that suit their personal style and are comfortable to wear year-round. Knitters want projects that are interesting to knit--and that will be worn and loved by the kids they knit for! "More Knitting in the Sun" gives you more than 30 original patterns with tested kid-appeal from some of today's top designers. Soft, easy-to-care-for yarns and thoughtful designs that can stand up to all kinds of play make this collection perfect for busy parents and active kids.
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Countryside Softies: 28 Handmade Wood Creatures to Stitch

All a crafter needs to bring these adorable critters to life is a little time, a few supplies, and a dash of creativity. Whether it's a fuzzy rabbit personalized as a gift, or a charming family of birds to display in the home, this playful guide features easy-to-follow patterns, clear instructions and enchanting photography of the creatures in their natural habitats. Best of all, each project is graded according to difficulty (easy, moderate and slightly tricky) so both experienced and beginner sewers can share in the fun.
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Craft Wisdom & Know-How: Everything You Need to Stitch, Sculpt, Bead and Build

The latest addition to the best-selling Wisdom & Know-How series is an all-in-one guide to mastering a variety of popular crafts, from knitting and quilting to ceramics and jewelry making.
The fifth book in the popular Wisdom and Know-How series, "Craft" "Wisdom & Know-How" covers dozens of the most popular crafts in one complete, all-encompassing resource. The book is organized by type of craft and includes Sewing, Knitting, and Other Needlework; Paper Crafts and Bookmaking; Glasswork; Jewelry Making; Pottery and Clay; Mosaics; Candle-making and Decorating; and Woodworking and Furniture Making. The sections are further broken down into chapters that cover specific crafts, each with step-by-step directions and tips for projects for all levels of skill and ability, from beginner to advanced. Hundreds of projects are included, such as Super Sock Monkeys, Crocheted Hats, Etched Glass, One-Afternoon Skirts, and Beading Vintage-Style Jewelry, to name a few.
The material is hand-selected from dozens of publications from Lark Books, a leader in craft books. The information is tried, trusted, and true, and provides indispensable instruction and advice from the most accomplished crafters in the world. With hundreds of black-and-white illustrations and photographs, as well as essential resources for materials and tools, "Craft Wisdom & Know-How" is a must-have book for the aspiring and experienced crafter alike.
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