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  • Makery

    Over 30 Projects for the Home, to Wear and to Give

    Smith, Kate, designer
    Projects that ooze style and personality...smart ideas are accessible and easy to make, and helpful templates that make it easy and fun to achieve great results every time.
    BookLondon : Mitchell Beazley, 2013. — 646.48 Smi
  • Create, Update, Remake

    DIY Projects for You, Your Family and Your Home

    Showcases the best of Canadian Living's do-it-yourself projects for sewers, knitters, gardeners, furniture refinishers, foodies and kids alike.
    BookMontréal : Transcontinental Books, c2011. — 745.5 Cre
  • Pottery

    20 Mindful Makes to Reconnect Head, Heart & Hands

    Davidson, Lucy (Graphic designer)
    20 modern makes with air dry and polymer clay – all without the need for a wheel or kiln
    BookLondon : Leaping Hare Press, 2021. — 738.1 Dav
  • Indulge in your love for LEGO ...challenging, quirky, and occasionally practical designs...handy bookends, geeky coasters, a stylish wine rack
    BookSan Francisco, CA : No Starch Press, [2016] — 688.725 Sca
  • In-depth looks at some of the best DIY crafts that were featured on the show.. introductions to woodworking, fiber arts, paper crafts, and more
    BookNew York : Abrams, 2020. — 745.5 Wel
  • DIY Chalkboard Crafts

    From Silhoutte Art to Spice Jars, More Than 50 Crafty and Creative Chalkboard-paint Ideas

    Schapekahm, Lizette
    Transform ordinary household items into eye-catching pieces with beautiful chalkboard crafts
    BookAvon, Massachusetts : Adams Media, 2013. — 745.723 Sch
  • Zakka Style

    24 Projects Stitched With Ease to Give, Use & Enjoy

    Fabric crafting—Zakka...a Japanese term meaning “many things,” is all about all the little things that improve your home and appearance.
    BookLafayette, Calif. : Stash Books, 2011. — 746.9 Zak
  • Jewelry Design Challenge

    10 Materials, 30 Artists, 30 Spectacular Projects

    Kopp, Linda, 1960-
    Excellent how-to steps for making show-stopping jewelry designs, for an amazing compendium of inspiration and projects for jewelers and crafters alike.
    BookNew York : Lark Books, c2010.
  • Paper Panda, aka Louise Firchau, is a papercutting superstar. She shows you how its done in easy-to-follow steps!
    BookTunbridge Wells, Kent : Search Press Limited, 2017. — 736.98 Fir
  • Fairy House

    How to Make Amazing Fairy Furniture, Miniatures, and More From Natural Materials

    Schramer, Mike
    A unique how-to book that offers a look at “nature as art” in a more sophisticated style than most instructional books.
    Book[Sanger, California] : Familius, [2015] — 745.592 Sch
  • Craft the Rainbow

    40 Colorful Paper Projects From The House That Lars Built

    Watson Jepsen, Brittany
    Easy basics of transforming simple paper—including tissue, crepe, cardstock, leaves of books, and vintage and recycled paper—into vibrant, fanciful, handmade projects suitable for every occasion.
    BookNew York, NY : Abrams, 2018. — 745.54 Wat
  • Everyday Eden

    100+ Fun, Green Garden Projects for the Whole Family to Enjoy

    Symons, Christina
    Step-by-step instructions and gorgeous photography for lovely gifts from the garden, delightful recipes and cocktails and inspiring weekend garden projects, plus fun things especially for children to make and grow
    BookMadeira Park, BC : Harbour Pub., c2011.
  • Budget-friendly and easily available in almost every colour imaginable, crafting with nail polish is fast, simple, and perfect for everyone – no artistic skills required! Book has clear step-by-step instructions for painting techniques on…
    BookMount Joy, PA : Design Originals, [2021] — 738.15 Vog
  • Candy Aisle Crafts

    Create Fun Projects With Supermarket Sweets

    Levine, Jodi
    From party decorations to children’s toys, from wearable art to cute gifts, you need look no further than your supermarket shelves for the materials to make these unique (and kid-friendly) food crafts.
    BookNew York : Potter Craft, [2014] — 745.5 Lev
  • Vintage Crafts

    75 Do-it-yourself Decorating Projects Using Candles, Colors, and Other Flea Market Finds

    Lidström, Clara, 1986-
    Learn to liven up secondhand clothes, turn old fabrics into patchwork projects, and interject some ’50s-era chic into your thrift store finds.
    BookNew York : Skyhorse Publishing, c2013. — 745.59 Lid