Leather Braiding
Cornell Maritime Press, 1961. Hardcover. 173 pages. Profusely illustrated in black-and-white. First printed in 1950. Later printing. A very good copy in a very good dust jacket.
Misc.
Cardboard Book
Gingko Press, November 2010. Trade Paperback. Very good in wrappers (paperback). Cardboard! It's low cost, readily available, familiar, portable, and recyclable, but something that's better than all of those qualities put together is the ease with which it can be used. No special tools or skills are required to cut.....
Material: Making and the Art of Transformation
Chelsea Green Publishing, September 2020. Hardcover. Remainder Copy -- like new. An important book, brimming with insight.--Nicholas Evans, author of The Horse Whisperer A master craftsperson explores the ways in which working with our hands reveals the essence of both our humanity and our relationship with the natural, material world.....
The Contemporary Potter: A Collection of the Best Original Work in Earthenware, Porcelain, and Stoneware
Rockport Pub, September 2000. Trade Paperback. This is the ultimate inspirational and informational resource for contemporary pottery. Over 800 full color photographs of porcelain, earthenware and stoneware by the most talented potters are feature from around the globe. Each piece is highlighted with information on the size of the piece.....
Authentic Designs from the American Arts and Crafts Movement (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)
Dover Publications, October 1988. Trade Paperback. Very good in wrappers (paperback). The aesthetic achievements of the American Arts and Crafts movement, which dominated decorative arts in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, have become an increasingly popular subject of study and source of inspiration for contemporary artists and designers.....
Cræft: An Inquiry Into the Origins and True Meaning of Traditional Crafts
W. W. Norton & Company, January 2019. Trade Paperback. Faced with an endless supply of mass-manufactured products, we find ourselves nostalgic for goods bearing the mark of authenticity--hand-made tools, local brews, and other objects produced by human hands. Archaeologist and medieval historian Alexander Langlands reaches as far back as the.....
Crafting with Cat Hair: Cute Handicrafts to Make with Your Cat
Quirk Books, October 2011. Trade Paperback. Very good in wrappers (paperback). Got fur balls? Are your favorite sweaters covered with cat hair? Do you love to make quirky and one-of-a-kind crafting projects? If so, then it's time to throw away your lint roller and curl up with your kitty! Crafting.....
Handmade Nation: The Rise of DIY, Art, Craft, and Design
Princeton Architectural Press, September 2008. Trade Paperback. Today's crafters are no longer interested in simply cross-stitching samplers or painting floral scrolls on china. Instead, the contemporary craft movement embraces emerging artists, crafters, and designers working in traditional and nontraditional media. Jenny Hart's Sublime Stitching has revolutionized the embroidery industry. Each.....
No-Sew Love: Fifty Fun Projects to Make Without a Needle and Thread
Running Press Adult, August 2014. Trade Paperback. Although Ashley Johnston is comfortable with a needle and thread -- and really enjoys making handmade items for her children and home -- she could certainly understand that sewing machines can strike fear and dread into the hearts of many crafters. The complicated.....
Rock Art!: Painting and Crafting with the Humble Pebble
Barron's Educational Series, March 2015. Trade Paperback. Great uses for rocks: throwing, skipping, kicking...how about painting? Rock painting is one of the oldest forms of artistic expression known to man. The varied surfaces, shapes, and sizes of rocks also make them perfect for crafts. From brooches to bookends, paperweights to.....
Sealing Wax Craft
Dennison Manufacturing Co., 1925. First Edition. Trade Paperback. 36 pages. Illustrations in color and B/W. First edition (first printing). Very good in color illustrated wrappers (paperback).
Furnture Upholstery for Schools
The Manual Arts Press, 1919. First Edition. Trade Paperback. 64 pages. B/W illustrations. 7.5 x 5.25 inchges. First edition (first printing). Very good copy in yellow printed wrappers (paperback). Former owner name on front cover.
Lot of Armor Models Magazines (7 issues, Nos. 15-21, 30)
Accion Press, (n.d. but 2002?). Ephemera. Seven issues, 65 pages each. Bi-monthly magazines on military models. Profusely illustrated in color. All issues near fine with minor wear.
Advanced Techniques Painting and Weatherizing Military Vehicles. Volume 5
Auriga Publishing International, 2008. First Edition. Trade Paperback. 81 pages. profusely illustrated in color. First edition (first printing). A near fine copy in wrappers (paperback).
WWII US Army Fighter Modeling Masterclass (Osprey Modeling Masterclass)
Osprey Publishing, 2003. Hardcover. From Airacobras to Warhawks, from Thunderbolts to Lightnings, this book covers both the history of scale World War 2 US Army fighters, and how to get the most from modeling this subject. Step-by-step guides to creating miniature masterpieces combine with color images that clearly demonstrate key.....
The Verlinden Way. Volume 1
Verlinden Publications, 2002. Trade Paperback. 54 pages. Illustrations in color. A fine copy in wrappers (paperback).
Decoupage: The Big Picture Sourcebook (Dover Pictorial Archives)
Dover Publications, June 1975. Trade Paperback. Over 550 florals, animals, letters, shells, period costumes, frames, and much more. Printed on one side of page. 8 color plates. Instructions.
Thimbleberries Big Book of Quilt Blocks
Independent Pub Group, August 2005. Hardcover. Presenting 60 quilt block designs that combine to make five distinctive quilts, this collection features techniques for various skill levels, a progressive approach that moves from easy to more complicated blocks, quiltmaking basics, a broad range of quilt designs that varies from casual to.....
Packaging Your Crafts: Creative Ideas for Crafters, Artists, Bakers, and More
Rotovision, January 2014. Trade Paperback.
Snowflakes for all Seasons: 72 Fold & Cut Paper Snowflakes
Gibbs Smith, September 2004. Trade Paperback. Snowflakes You Can Make is the best snowflake book ever created! Why make boring old, everyday cut-out snowflakes when you can customize them for any special situation? This craft book is perfect for kids of all ages, and will turn anyone into a snowflake.....
Aromatic Candles
Sterling/Chapelle, December 2001. Hardcover. There are many ideas for candles that you can make yourself in this guide, with a variety of blends of special oils. The world of aromatherapy can be your world, as you practice these simple instructions for using flame and fragrance to turn eating into dining.....
Creative Marbling on Fabric: A Guide to Making One-Of-A-Kind Fabrics
Martingale & Co Inc, August 1999. Trade Paperback. Fifteen traditional marbling patterns and seven gorgeous projects walk readers step-by-step through the surprisingly simple technique of marbling on fabric.
Polymer Clay for the first time®
Sterling, June 2000. Hardcover. No experience is necessary and you will soon be on your way to doing the basics of cane work or patterned clay, and using some moulds and texturing techniques.
Painting and Finishing Scale Models (Scale modeling handbook)
Kalmbach Pub Co, August 1991. Trade Paperback.
Really Jazzy Jars: Glorious Gift Ideas
Sterling, March 2005. Hardcover. Marie Browning's 'Jazzy Jars' contained useful suggestions for turning the humble jar into a breathtaking gift package. The creative fun continues in this follow-up collection, which has dozens of all-new, even better projects, patterns, techniques, and ideas.