Crafts & Hobbies Books


500 Wedding Rings: Celebrating a Classic Symbol of Commitment (500 Series)500 Wedding Rings: Celebrating a Classic Symbol of Commitment (500 Series)
Best Price: $14.82
I love ALL of the 500 books from Lark. They are great for inspiration and for learning new...
Jewelry Studio: Silver Wire Fusing (Jewelry Studio)Jewelry Studio: Silver Wire Fusing (Jewelry Studio)
Best Price: $14.07
This is a terrific resource for learning about fusing (instead of soldering) fine silver. The...
Altered Photo Artistry: Turn Everyday Images into Works of Art on FabricAltered Photo Artistry: Turn Everyday Images into Works of Art on Fabric
Best Price: $16.80
This book is good as far as it goes. It covers selection of photos, size, printing onto fabric...
Yarn Harlot: The Secret Life of a KnitterYarn Harlot: The Secret Life of a Knitter
Best Price: $4.45
One of several warm, witty, and ultimately reassuring books by the Yarn Harlot. Thank goodness...
Last-Minute Knitted GiftsLast-Minute Knitted Gifts
Best Price: $13.89
The main reason I purchased this book was for the Silk Camisole on page 96. After paging through...


Visual Chronicles: The No-Fear Guide to Creating Art Journals, Creative Manifestos and Altered BooksVisual Chronicles: The No-Fear Guide to Creating Art Journals, Creative Manifestos and Altered Books
Best Price: $6.42
The title of the book and the reviews here are really misleading. This book has nothing to do...
Sublime Stitching: Hundreds of Hip Embroidery Patterns and How-ToSublime Stitching: Hundreds of Hip Embroidery Patterns and How-To
Best Price: $6.98
This is the first book on embroidery that I picked up. It has been great for a newbie like me,...
Wedding Bouquets: Over 300 Designs for Every BrideWedding Bouquets: Over 300 Designs for Every Bride
Best Price: $7.64
This book has such wonderful colored pictures and each picture is close up so you can see all...
Wrap, Stitch, Fold & Rivet: Making Designer Metal JewelryWrap, Stitch, Fold & Rivet: Making Designer Metal Jewelry
Best Price: $16.47
Making gorgeous handcrafted jewelry can be an amazingly simple process that even beginners will...
Altered Curiosities: Assemblage Techniques and ProjectsAltered Curiosities: Assemblage Techniques and Projects
Best Price: $10.63
I am a working artist and am currently exploring collage and assemblage as an alternate form of...


Woodworking Basics: Mastering the Essentials of CraftsmanshipWoodworking Basics: Mastering the Essentials of Craftsmanship
Best Price: $11.25
First, I'd suggest you ignore the less than five star reviews; The authors don't seem to get...
The Jeweler's Directory Of Decorative FinishesThe Jeweler's Directory Of Decorative Finishes
Best Price: $10.02
I found this book well structured for me as a novice. It provides lots of beautiful examples of...
Elm Creek Quilts : Quilt Projects Inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts NovelsElm Creek Quilts : Quilt Projects Inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts Novels
Best Price: $15.48
Being relatively new to quilting (have only been quilting for two years) I admit I bought this...
Nicky Epstein's Signature Scarves: Dazzling Designs to KnitNicky Epstein's Signature Scarves: Dazzling Designs to Knit
Best Price: $19.77
Nicky Epstein’s Signature Scarves delivers what knitting—and...
Tissue Paper FlowersTissue Paper Flowers
Best Price: $7.61
Like many of the other reviewers, I am a grown-up who bought this book to share with children...

French-Inspired Jewelry: Creating with Vintage Beads, Buttons & BaublesFrench-Inspired Jewelry: Creating with Vintage Beads, Buttons & Baubles
Best Price: $11.68
This book is a must have for every jewelry artist . You will spend many hours looking at the...
Mason-Dixon Knitting: The Curious Knitters' Guide: Stories, Patterns, Advice, Opinions, Questions, Answers, Jokes, and PicturesMason-Dixon Knitting: The Curious Knitters' Guide: Stories, Patterns, Advice, Opinions, Questions, Answers, Jokes, and Pictures
Best Price: $18.25
I bought this book to share with a friend. We knit with a group one day a week. I am planning...
Knitting for DummiesKnitting for Dummies
Best Price: $1.99
I ordered this for a friend who wanted to learn how to knit. I have used Dummies books for lots...
Jewelry: Fundamentals of Metalsmithing (Jewelry Crafts)Jewelry: Fundamentals of Metalsmithing (Jewelry Crafts)
Best Price: $18.96
...and goes well with his DVD. The text is definitely geared toward beginners. However if...
Ham Radio for DummiesHam Radio for Dummies
Best Price: $11.82
This is an excellent book for anyone who wants to get into HAM radio or is new to the hobby. I...

Paper Engineering for Pop-Up Books and CardsPaper Engineering for Pop-Up Books and Cards
Best Price: $10.24
Recently I have become extremely interested in Pop-Ups, but being engineering challenged I have...
200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans: Crochet Squares to Mix and Match200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans: Crochet Squares to Mix and Match
Best Price: $14.90
This book has some fun blocks and the mix & match idea is nice. It is a great way to get...
The Art of Encaustic Painting: Contemporary Expression in the Ancient Medium of Pigmented WaxThe Art of Encaustic Painting: Contemporary Expression in the Ancient Medium of Pigmented Wax
Best Price: $18.35
I am new this this medium. When I ordered this book I could not put it down. I read it in one...
Perspective for Interior DesignersPerspective for Interior Designers
Best Price: $13.21
When I first started looking at the explanation for perspective I thought it was pretty good. ...
Hair: A Book of Braiding and Styles/Book and 3 Scrunchies (Klutz)Hair: A Book of Braiding and Styles/Book and 3 Scrunchies (Klutz)
Best Price: $12.77
my daughter has long hair and has been begging me for a book of how-to's for hair. i've bought...

The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns: Basic Designs in Multiple Sizes & Gauges (Interweave)The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns: Basic Designs in Multiple Sizes & Gauges (Interweave)
Best Price: $12.50
I'm an advanced beginning knitter, ready to progress beyond scarves and caps. The book has...
Collage, Assemblage, and Altered Art: Creating Unique Images and ObjectsCollage, Assemblage, and Altered Art: Creating Unique Images and Objects
Best Price: $12.21
The work profiled here leans more toward fine art than craft, which is a welcome diversion....
It's a Wrap: Sewing Fabric Purses, Baskets, And BowlsIt's a Wrap: Sewing Fabric Purses, Baskets, And Bowls
Best Price: $11.50
In the 1.3 years that I've had this book, and worked on this craft, I've gotten enormous...
Furniture: World Styles From Classical to ContemporaryFurniture: World Styles From Classical to Contemporary
Best Price: $25.99
I waited and reviewed many books on furniture history and was very pleased with this one. Many...
Gem Identification Made Easy, Third Edition: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & SellingGem Identification Made Easy, Third Edition: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling
Best Price: $23.51
This was just the book I was looking for. I just recently started to get into collecting...

The Art of Bead Embroidery: Techniques, Designs & InspirationsThe Art of Bead Embroidery: Techniques, Designs & Inspirations
Best Price: $12.27
As a long time beader and lover of bead embroidery I have to say this is the best book on the...
No. 1 Price Guide to M.I.Hummel Figurines, Plates, Miniatures, & More (Mi Hummel Figurines, Plates, Miniatures &  More 10th Ed. (Mi Hummel Figurines, Plates, Miniatures &  More Price Guide)No. 1 Price Guide to M.I.Hummel Figurines, Plates, Miniatures, & More (Mi Hummel Figurines, Plates, Miniatures & More 10th Ed. (Mi Hummel Figurines, Plates, Miniatures & More Price Guide)
Best Price: $19.71
Book is well done with high quality full color pictures of each piece. Recommend this book to...
Making Mathematics with Needlework: Ten Papers and Ten ProjectsMaking Mathematics with Needlework: Ten Papers and Ten Projects
Best Price: $24.00
Knowledgeably compiled and deftly co-edited by Sarah-Marie Belcastro (Co-Director, Hamshire...
Geometrical Design Coloring Book (Colouring Books)Geometrical Design Coloring Book (Colouring Books)
Best Price: $1.57
At the time I colored this book(a few years ago) I found the designs appealing...some designs...
Calder JewelryCalder Jewelry
Best Price: $40.95
This a great book by a great American sculptor. Most people know his mobiles and...

Collage UnleashedCollage Unleashed
Best Price: $10.88
Tracy inspires you to get your hands inky and have a ball! I recently took an all-day class...
Alternative Kilns & Firing Techniques: Raku * Saggar * Pit * Barrel (A Lark Ceramics Book)Alternative Kilns & Firing Techniques: Raku * Saggar * Pit * Barrel (A Lark Ceramics Book)
Best Price: $8.82
I was very glad to get this book for several reasons. Jan Lee had some illustrations, and...
Knitting New Mittens and Gloves: Warm and Adorn Your Hands in 28 Innovative WaysKnitting New Mittens and Gloves: Warm and Adorn Your Hands in 28 Innovative Ways
Best Price: $13.14
Ohmygod the print is so tiny! What were they thinking?! But the designs are wonderful and I...
The Ultimate Book of Kid Concoctions: More Than 65 Wacky, Wild & Crazy Concoctions (Ultimate Book of Kid Concoctions)The Ultimate Book of Kid Concoctions: More Than 65 Wacky, Wild & Crazy Concoctions (Ultimate Book of Kid Concoctions)
Best Price: $6.45
This book has GREAT ideas! Right when I got it I had to sit down with my kids and read them all...
Ruth B. McDowell's Design Workshop: Turn Your Inspiration into an Artfully Pieced QuiltRuth B. McDowell's Design Workshop: Turn Your Inspiration into an Artfully Pieced Quilt
Best Price: $15.90
This book by Ruth B. McDowell is amazing. It contains many suggestions, with demonstrations,...

Knitting in Plain English, Updated EditionKnitting in Plain English, Updated Edition
Best Price: $10.31
I recently purchased this book and love it! Righetti gives you a no-nonsense tutorial on all the...
ScrapsScraps
Best Price: $16.24
This book has so many ideas I almost don't know where to start. Good instruction and great pictures.
Felt to Stitch: Creative Felting for Textile ArtistsFelt to Stitch: Creative Felting for Textile Artists
Best Price: $14.55
Loved every page. This book showed me how to create and embellish felt in new and creative...
Egg Money Quilts: 1930's Vintage SamplersEgg Money Quilts: 1930's Vintage Samplers
Best Price: $17.33
I bought this book for my mom for Christmas and she absolutely loves it! She couldn't wait to...
Metal Clay Beyond the BasicsMetal Clay Beyond the Basics
Best Price: $11.15
Absolutely loved this new book. I found it to be full of unique projects using ...

Everyone's Mandala Coloring Book Vol. I (Everyone's Mandala Coloring Book)Everyone's Mandala Coloring Book Vol. I (Everyone's Mandala Coloring Book)
Best Price: $5.29
This book completes the series of Mandala coloring books by this author. Well worth the money spent.
Kaffe Fassett's Quilts in the Sun: 20 Designs from Rowan for Patchwork and QuiltingKaffe Fassett's Quilts in the Sun: 20 Designs from Rowan for Patchwork and Quilting
Best Price: $14.91
Few designers have the eye for the daring color and riotous pattern combinations found in...
The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones: A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones From Cut and Color to Shape and SettingsThe Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones: A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones From Cut and Color to Shape and Settings
Best Price: $18.78
As a gemologist, I have an extensive library of gem books. This book is one of the best guides...
Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts!: Amigurumi (Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts)Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts!: Amigurumi (Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts)
Best Price: $7.94
This is the first amigurumi book I purchased. I like the look of the toys and I like the...
Ashley Book of KnotsAshley Book of Knots
Best Price: $46.20
this is a classic, the definitive resource on all manner of knots, easy to follow and full of...

Skinny Quilts And Table Runners: From Today's Top Designers (That Patchwork Place)Skinny Quilts And Table Runners: From Today's Top Designers (That Patchwork Place)
Best Price: $16.35
How many times have you wanted to give a quilted gift but only thought in terms of a bed-sized...
Elm Creek Quilts : Quilt Projects Inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts NovelsElm Creek Quilts : Quilt Projects Inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts Novels
Best Price: $13.48
Being relatively new to quilting (have only been quilting for two years) I admit I bought this...
500 Wedding Rings: Celebrating a Classic Symbol of Commitment (500 Series)500 Wedding Rings: Celebrating a Classic Symbol of Commitment (500 Series)
Best Price: $14.79
I love ALL of the 500 books from Lark. They are great for inspiration and for learning new...
Crossroads: Constructions, Markings, and StructuresCrossroads: Constructions, Markings, and Structures
Best Price: $14.07
Nancy Crow is a very prolific, hard working quilt artist whose innovative work never fails to...
The Art of Encaustic Painting: Contemporary Expression in the Ancient Medium of Pigmented WaxThe Art of Encaustic Painting: Contemporary Expression in the Ancient Medium of Pigmented Wax
Best Price: $17.47
If you want information as an artist intending to try encaustic painting then this is a good...

Simply Stunning Woven Quilts: 11 Easy Techniques, Great ResultsSimply Stunning Woven Quilts: 11 Easy Techniques, Great Results
Best Price: $17.79
Eleven amazingly easy weaving techniques...for stunning results! * Includes step-by-step...
Jewelry: Fundamentals of Metalsmithing (Jewelry Crafts)Jewelry: Fundamentals of Metalsmithing (Jewelry Crafts)
Best Price: $17.96
...and goes well with his DVD. The text is definitely geared toward beginners. However if...
Paula Pryke's Flower School: Mastering the Art of Floral DesignPaula Pryke's Flower School: Mastering the Art of Floral Design
Best Price: $27.57
Beautiful book on fresh flower arranging. Lots of information and lovely photographs. There is...
The Complete Guide to Altered Imagery : Mixed-Media Techniques for Collage, Altered Books, Artist Journals, and MoreThe Complete Guide to Altered Imagery : Mixed-Media Techniques for Collage, Altered Books, Artist Journals, and More
Best Price: $13.99
I have wanted to try my hand at altered art for awhile, so I bought this book and let me tell...
 
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