Country Living Deck the Halls: Christmas Notecards, Labels, Ornaments, and Other Festive & Fun Projects

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'Tis the season, and what better way to celebrate than by inviting a bit of "Country Living" into your home? Stuffed with do-it-yourself Christmas gifts, crafts, and decorations, from pullout recipe cards, table toppers, and creative wrapping solutions to ornaments, gingerbread-house templates, and more, "Deck the Halls" is fa-la-la-labulous holiday fun and the perfect all-inclusive package to help plan a no-holds-barred festive celebration.

The Principles of Knitting: Methods and Techniques of Hand Knitting

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"Out of print since the mid-1990s, Hiatt's classic guide to all things knitting has been fully revised and expanded. If it's knitting-related and you need to know about it, it's probably in this book. Hiatt goes well beyond the basic how-to approach, choosing instead to provide context and explain the whys behind the techniques. Knitters of all skill levels will find a comprehensive guide to the basics and beyond, including information about lace, cables, color work, beaded knitting, and finishing techniques."  
Library Journal (05/15/2012)

Extreme Origami: Transforming Dollar Bills Into Priceless Works of Art

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Specializing in the art of money folding, Won Park (Honolulu, HI) creates beautiful and original origami works from dollar bills. Some thought provoking, others whimsical and funny, his work can be found gracing the covers of numerous financial books and also in magazines articles and in other types of media.

100 Snowflakes to Crochet: Make Your Own Snowdrift - To Give or to Keep

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Create a gorgeous collection of crocheted snowflakes.
Bring the lacy beauty of a snowfall into your home with "100 Snowflakes to Crochet." Crafters of all levels can easily crochet up a storm--or just make a simple snowflake or two. The designs range from simple ones requiring only a few rows to large intricate ones for more advanced stitchers. Starting with a review of crochet basics, a discussion of materials and finishings, the structure of snowflakes, and methods of blocking and starching your finished flakes, anyone can easily learn to craft one of these gossamer creations. Then onto the Snowflake Selector to browse for a pattern that matches your skill level. However, as you work through the book, you will improve your skills as you go along! These lovely flakes--intricate, delicate, and symmetrical--can be used as appliques, to hang in windows, or to adorn your Christmas tree. With full patterns and lots of project ideas for your finished snowflakes, you're certain to find hours of enjoyment and inspiration from the next book in our bestselling series.