Название: Complete Guide to Soap Carving: Tools, Techniques, and Tips
Автор: Janet Bolyard
Издательство: Fox Chapel Publishing
Год: 2018
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 48 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Complete Guide to Soap Carving provides everything you need to know about carving soap, from basic carving methods for beginners to sophisticated techniques for accomplished artists. This comprehensive guide also shows how to choose the best carving soap, and how to test soap for carving quality. Twenty-six step-by-step projects range from quick carvings to complex, elaborate soap sculptures. Fun and easy-to-learn, soap carving is an enjoyable craft for adults and a perfect craft for children, who won't need to handle sharp knives—this book shows how to make simple wooden carving tools that are safe for kids. Complete Guide to Soap Carving is also an ideal book for people who are tinkering with the idea of wood carving, but don't want to invest in the equipment just yet. Soap carving will help determine if carving is right for you—you'll learn basic cuts such as relief carving, caricature, carving in the round, and chip carving.

Название: The Handmade Quilt: A Complete Skill-Building Sampler
Автор: Carolyn Forster
Издательство: Landauer
Год: 2018
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 58 Мб
Язык: английский / English

With one quilt made up of 21 block designs, master teacher Carolyn Forster takes you on a quilt making journey that begins with the basics and progresses in skill level with each new block. Start with simple blocks and easy methods, then move on to more intricate pieces and challenging skills as your confidence increases! With templates for every block and step-by-step instructions and photographs, The Handmade Quilt will help you thoroughly practice hand stitching and hand quilting blocks, from stitching set-in seams to stitching curves. The Handmade Quilt provides both a complete learning experience for new quilters and a stunning project for experienced stitchers. You'll be amazed by the finished project: An heirloom-quality quilt that's also a beautiful sampler of stash-busting blocks!

Название: Stunning Braids: Step-by-Step Guide to Gorgeous Statement Hairstyles
Автор: Monae Everett
Издательство: Ulysses Press
Год: 2015
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 138 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Nothing impresses like an intricate braid. Whether you’re looking for a fun way to fix up day-old hair, a chic look for a night out on the town or a dazzling do for your wedding day, the braid is the way to go. In this DIY guide, New York City celebrity hairstylist Monaé Everett presents easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos for creating beautiful looks. Up your skills as you master a range of braiding techniques for any hair type.

Название: Sew Healthy & Happy: Smart Ergonomics, Stretches & More for Makers
Автор: Rose Parr
Издательство: C&T Publishing
Год: 2021
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 12 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Quilting shouldn't be a pain in the neck! Stay pain-free with this quilter's survival guide to a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Ever been unusually sore after a marathon day of crafting? There's no need for pain! This guide will make sure you have the right posture, techniques, and stretches when putting in those dedicated hours on your next project. Expert Rose Parr will teach you the methods behind ergonomics with useful visual guides, endless tips, healthy recipes, and contributions from the best quilters in the industry!

Название: The Complete Book of Origami Polyhedra: 64 Ingenious Geometric Paper Models
Автор: Tomoko Fuse
Издательство: Tuttle Publishing
Год: 2021
Формат: PDF
Размер: 10 Мб
Язык: английский / English

In this book, Tomoko Fuse—Japan's most famous living origami artist—shows you how to create amazing polyhedral models using the techniques of modular origami (where many paper sheets are folded then locked together without glue or tape). Make 64 intriguing modular models, including:
Stackable Modules—The perfect starting point for novices, these simple constructions result in stunning three-dimensional forms
3-D Stars—Dazzling decorative starbursts that look great on a Christmas tree, on your mantle—or even in an art gallery
Manifold Modulars—"Inception-like" models in which individual modular constructions themselves become modules within a larger piece
Cubes and Boxes—Perfect for gift giving—and there is no finer teacher for these than renowned origami box specialist Tomoko Fuse
And many more!

Название: The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animals: Amigurumi Techniques Made Easy
Автор: The Japan Amigurumi Association
Издательство: Tuttle Publishing
Год: 2021
Формат: PDF
Размер: 35 Мб
Язык: английский / English

From selecting yarns and learning the basics of crochet to assembling your projects and adding whimsical details, The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls And Animals makes any amigurumi project possible! Hundreds of photos demonstrate the best crochet stitches to use, along with lessons on how to assemble amigurumi figures correctly and give them more personality. All the basic stitches and steps are explained in detail, including extra directions for left-handed crafters. This is the official guide created by The Japan Amigurumi Association—whose thousands of members are found all over Japan, the original home of amigurumi. It provides an authoritative overview of techniques and includes all the information that amigurumi enthusiasts need to know to start creating.

Название: Origami Pets and Other Animals: Lifelike Paper Dogs, Cats, Pandas, Penguins and More!
Автор: Muneji Fuchimoto
Издательство: Tuttle Publishing
Год: 2021
Формат: PDF
Размер: 69 Мб
Язык: английский / English

This exciting book shows you how to fold realistic models of your favorite pets, zoo animals and other wildlife! Master origami designer Muneji Fuchimoto's clear instructions show you how to fold 30 amazing animal and insect models, including the following:
Five different popular dog breeds—complete with stylish foldable outfits
A cute little paper cat
Less conventional pet models, including a miniature pig, mouse and turtle
Safari wildlife, including an elephant with tusks, a lion with a mane and a chimpanzee with a contrasting posterior
A brown bear with a freshly-caught salmon in its mouth—folded from a single sheet of paper!
And so much more!

Название: Classic Wooden Toys: Step-by-Step Instructions for 20 Built to Last Projects, 2nd Edition
Автор: Jim Harrold
Издательство: Cedar Lane Press
Год: 2020
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 23 Мб
Язык: английский / English

In a lineup of children’s toys that are mass produced, disposable, or made of plastic, a handmade wooden toy will stand out every time: they’re sturdy, timeless, and just plain fun. With twenty projects that are smartly designed and built to last, Classic Wooden Toys delivers the goods that can stand up to an energetic child and still look great when passed from one generation to the next. Whether you’re looking a rugged toy truck, delicate doll furniture, or a playful bookshelf and toy chest that will grow with your kids, Classic Wooden Toys is a reliable guide and helpful hand that walks you through the entire building process. Complete with step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow photos and plans from the likes of Andy Rae, David Wakefield, and Chuck Hedlund, these projects are perfect for makers at all levels—from first time woodworkers to seasoned pros. In the end, the twenty projects in Classic Wooden Toys guarantees building satisfaction for every woodworker—and hours of imaginative play for the lucky kiddos who get to play with them.

Название: Modern Wool: 12 Appliqué Projects to Get You Stitching
Автор: Tonya Alexander
Издательство: C&T Publishing
Год: 2021
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 35 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Take wool appliqué and make it bright, bold, and modern. Contemporary quilters can now experience the joy and satisfaction of working with wool and traditional quilt blocks and techniques, but with a fresh twist on color combination and design choices. These 12 projects are made with beginners in mind and include helpful step-by-step commentary. Beautiful, forgiving, mobile, satisfying, a few of our favorite things about wool hand appliqué projects.

Название: Making Vinyl, Plastic, and Rubber Handbags: Sewing Stylish Projects from Unusual Materials
Автор: Ellen Goldstein-Lynch, Nicole Malone, Sarah Mullins
Издательство: ‎ Quarry Books
Год: 2007
Формат: PDF
Размер: 19 Мб
Язык: английский / English

There has been a movement throughout the fashion industry over the past ten years towards new types of materials to replace leather. Companies like Kate Spade have been in the forefront, using vinyl, rubber, and micro fibers for their expensive, fashionable, sought-after products. Kenneth Cole, Prada and Coach have also been experimenting with micro-fibers, rubber, and combinations of distinctive materials for their latest trendy products as well. This book explores how these different types of materials can be used to create one-of-a-kind trendy items for the home sewer. The projects cater to all ages and degrees of difficulty, and materials are easy to find at traditional fabric stores, as well as places like Wal-Mart, Target, Staples, and home box stores.