Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Let's Make a Patchwork Quilt: Using a Variety of Sampler Blocks (Farm journal craft books)

Let's Make a Patchwork Quilt: Using a Variety of Sampler Blocks (Farm journal craft books)"Turn Your Passion for Making Handmade Products and Crafts into a Thriving Online Business!"

Handmade products are hot! People everywhere love to buy unique, one-of-a-kind items and the good feeling that comes from supporting the creators who made them.

Etsy.com is the number one online destination for people wanting to purchase handmade products and crafts. Believe it or not though, simply selling great products on Etsy isn't enough to be successful. With many talented people selling their items there, it's easy to get lost in the crowd.

But here's the good news...

There are people making good money on Etsy and if you want to be one of them, this book will help you. It contains a "marketing plan" designed just for you, with step-by-step instruction that will show you exactly what to do in order to have a successful, thriving Etsy business.

Do you make any of the following items?

• Soap
• Jewelry
• Clothing
• Art
• Candles
• Beauty Products

If so, you want this book! It contains everything you need to know about making money on Etsy. You'll take your passion from a "hobby" in the corner of your living room to a real business, with customers from around the world.

Not on Etsy yet? Don't worry! This book will show you how to set up an eye-catching store in just minutes! Already on Etsy? Get ready to increase your sales!

Running an online store on Etsy is the perfect job opportunity for mothers, since you can run the entire business from your home, spend more time with your children, be your own boss, and make a great income doing something you love!

If you're ready to make money on Etsy, get this book today.

Price: $15.95


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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Martha Stewart's Handmade Holiday Crafts: 225 Inspired Projects for Year-Round Celebrations

Martha Stewart's Handmade Holiday Crafts: 225 Inspired Projects for Year-Round CelebrationsJoin Martha Stewart for a celebration of handcrafted holidays all year-round!
 
New Year’s – Valentine’s Day – Easter – Mother’s Day – Father’s Day – Fourth of July – Halloween – Thanksgiving – Hanukkah – Christmas
 
Let Martha inspire your creativity with the most beautiful crafts. The 225 handmade projects include cards and greetings, decorations, gifts and gift wrapping, tabletop accents, party favors, and kids’ crafts, as well as more holiday-specific activities, such as egg-dyeing, pumpkin carving, and tree trimming. Each idea is sure to make the holidays more festive—and memorable.

Price: $24.99


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The Michaels Book of Arts & Crafts

The Michaels Book of Arts & Crafts
From Michaels--America's largest specialty retailer of arts and crafts merchandise and the place to get supplies for painting, floral and home décor, needlework, scrapbooking, and more--comes an extraordinarily big, beautiful, and encyclopedic collection of techniques and 175 projects. Whatever a crafter's pleasure, it is in here, from beading and woodworking to glass and fabric crafts. The 30 subject areas are divided into 9 chapters that all feature a basic instructions section packed with plentiful color pictures and designer tips; 5 to 10 projects; and a two-page spread of gallery photos of additional projects for inspiration. What's included in this unequalled treasure trove?

* Beading: wire and bead jewelry, wire crafting, and decorative beading
* Clay: polymer and bread dough
* Painting: stenciling, faux finishing, and gold leafing. With the gilding techniques, even the simplest box can look like an heirloom.
* Paper: memory books and cards, decoupage, rubber stamping
* Floral crafts: dried flowers, silk flower arranging, potpourris and sachets. A rose floral silk pillow brings springtime indoors year-round.
* Glass: glass painting and etching. The lovely flasks with stars, leaves, and swirls would make a beautiful display.
* Home decorating: candlemaking and decorating (including gel) and soapmaking
* Wood: wood finishing and burning, plus clockmaking
* Fabric: painting on fabric, tie die, and sun painting
An appendix covers basic materials and techniques, including typing the perfect bow, lettering, and basic mat cutting.

Whether you want more projects using your favorite craft, or are interested in learning a new one, this volume is a must-have.

Price: $24.95


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Monday, November 21, 2011

Eco Craft: Recycle, Recraft, Restyle

Eco Craft: Recycle, Recraft, Restyle
These days we're all seeking creative ways to protect our planet. Eco Craft delivers the goods in style with 30 truly beautiful home décor projects that elevate environmental consciousness to inspiring new heights. Every idea is amazingly clever: who would ever have imagined that plastic six-pack can holders could become a chic Moorish-inspired filigree tri-fold screen? Or that glass baby-food jars would make a charming candle chandelier? Every project features at least one beauty shot in a modern home setting, and handy icons spotlight key techniques, materials and the estimated time to complete each one.
 
Who knew taking care of the planet could look so good?
 

Price: $19.95


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Sunday, November 20, 2011

Photo Fun: Print Your Own Fabric for Quilts & Crafts

Photo Fun: Print Your Own Fabric for Quilts & CraftsState-of-the-art fabric printing techniques to use with any brand of inkjet printer or scanner.

Price: $17.95


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Gooseberry Patch All Through The Seasons Recipes & Crafts

Gooseberry Patch All Through The Seasons Recipes & CraftsThis hefty, handy-to-use spiral-bound collector's edition is filled with over 175 unique craft projects, over 300 family-favorite recipes, and a wealth of memory-making ideas. All Through The Seasons: Recipes & Crafts, celebrates the simple pleasures of every holiday and special occasion throughout the year, from the first blush of spring to the last snowfall of winter, as well as the memories that come from the little details.

Step-by-step recipe directions, simple craft instructions, full-size patterns, and over 300 photographs both inspire and make every project approachable. And Gooseberry Patch's signature whimsical illustrations and heartfelt memories shared by its loyal readers are laced throughout to set the stage. It's the only book you'll ever need to create fun and meaningful celebrations with family and friends all year round.

Price: $29.95


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Saturday, November 19, 2011

Crafts Through the Year

Crafts Through the YearMaking homemade toys and decorations is an excellent way for children to become involved in the celebration of festivals throughout the year. This comprehensive book includes crafts for children to make, either at home or school. Detailed instructions, diagrams and colour photographs on making a range of seasonal items are given: from decorated eggs and pompom, straw and origami animals, to autumn garlands, lanterns, festive wreaths and paper window stars. Packed with enjoyable projects, this is the perfect resource for both parents and teachers. This is a compilation of the Christmas, Easter and Harvest Craft Books. This new edition has been fully revised.

Price: $24.95


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Ruth and Skitch Henderson's Christmas in the Country: Recipes, Crafts, Gifts, and Music

Ruth and Skitch Henderson's Christmas in the Country: Recipes, Crafts, Gifts, and MusicThis guide to a casual yet elegant Christmas season includes favorite recipes, instructions on making holiday decorations, directions for making a gingerbread house, and a full-length compact disc of Christmas songs. 25,000 first printing.

Price: $30.00


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The Star Wars Craft Book

The Star Wars Craft BookGIVE IN TO THE POWER OF THE CRAFTY SIDE
 
Chewbacca Sock Puppets. Ewok Flower Vases. AT-AT Herb Gardens. With The Star Wars Craft Book, fans of all ages and skill levels can bring the best of the galaxy far, far away right into their own homes. Fully illustrated, this guide features a variety of fun and original projects.
 
• Playtime: Make and play with finger puppets of your favorite cantina characters, Cuddly Banthas, and Rotta the Huttlet Squeaky Toys for your pets
• Home Decor: Spruce up your space with Chewbacca Tissue Box Covers, a Mounted Acklay Head, and a Jabba the Hutt Body Pillow
• Holiday Crafts: Celebrate festive occasions with Wookiee Pumpkins, Hanukkah Droidels, and a Star Wars Action Figure Wreath
• Nature and Science Crafts: Get down to earth with Emperor Appletine Dolls and a Wookiee Bird House
• Star Wars Style: Give your wardrobe a dose of intergalactic chic with Ewok Fleece Hats and an R2-D2 Crocheted Beanie

With easy step-by-step instructions, The Star Wars Craft Book is a joyful and entertaining way for you and your friends to bring many beloved elements of Star Wars to life! (No midi-chlorians required!)

Price: $20.00


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Friday, November 18, 2011

Look What You Can Make With Paper Bags (Craft)

Look What You Can Make With Paper Bags (Craft)FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY.

Price: $5.95


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Pretty Little Felts: Mixed-Media Crafts To Tickle Your Fancy

Pretty Little Felts: Mixed-Media Crafts To Tickle Your FancyPretty Little Felts features a wide range of pretty and functional projects from useful items, like a colorfully embellished needle book and zippered pouch, to a number of whimsical and playful offerings, like tiny flowers with crochet-edged petals and paper dolls. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions accompany the 24 projects, and crafters of all skill levels will appreciate the comprehensive getting started guide and bonus gallery of 25 project variations. Crafters who enjoy simple sewing and mixed-media art will appreciate the combination of both aspects in these fancy little felt projects.

Places an entirely new spin on projects made from felt by mixing this popular craft material with paper, beads, glitter, mica, metal, vintage fabrics and more

This title combines two of the hottest crafts - sewing and mixed-media arts - to create a plethora of beautiful projects that readers can't resist.

Price: $22.99


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Thursday, November 17, 2011

Horse Crafts (Kids Can Do It)

Horse Crafts (Kids Can Do It)Finally, a craft book with real horse sense! The 15 fun projects in this book in the Kids Can Do It series for young horse hobbyists include a sock horse and a bronco bookend. With full-color photos, patterns and simple-to-follow directions, kids will be off to a galloping start. Giddyup!

Price: $6.95


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Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Tree Craft: 35 Rustic Wood Projects That Bring the Outdoors in

Tree Craft: 35 Rustic Wood Projects That Bring the Outdoors in
The eco-friendly crafter can give their home a touch of rustic elegance by bringing the outdoors in with these unique and versatile projects that range from easy to ambitious. With using nothing more than found wood, twigs and branches, a few basic tools, and the step-by-step instructions, woodworkers and crafters can make the 35 projects that will add the natural warmth of wood to their decor. Inspiring readers with beautiful full-color photography of completed items, this guide is packed with affordable and environmentally friendly ideas, and covers everything from where to find wood to choosing the right tools.

Price: $19.95


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Princess Crafts

Princess Crafts
Smart little princesses will continue to clamor for these sparkly, frilly, and marvelous projects-and now this authentically "crafty" hit is popularly priced to please their royal parents too.

Every young princess will want to make these projects, and she can. The crafts (in girl-appealing pink, purple, and glitter) are simple, so she'll need little help creating sparkly costumes, dazzling accessories, ornate gifts, and sublime snacks fit for royalty. Princesses with a classic style will want to place oodles of netting and tulle over a floor-length dress; put lace, ruffles, ribbons, and gems on the bodice; and turn a headband into a dazzling tiara with beads and sequins. They'll travel like royalty on a bicycle decorated with ribbons, plastic garlands, fabric flowers, butterflies, shimmery paper or tape, and more. Sleeping Beauties will enjoy sweet slumber on their Heaven Scent Pillow, and write their thoughts in a Secret Wish Journal adorned with glow-in-the-dark stickers and glitter. And there's ornamentation for the royal bedroom, homemade makeup for the fairest in the land-even some dragon candy for the royal brother.

Price: $9.95


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Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Crafts To Make In The Fall (Crafts for All Seasons)

Crafts To Make In The Fall (Crafts for All Seasons)Featuring symbols of the fall season, this book includes 29 craft projects--including a changing tree puppet, a school bus picture frame, a soft sculpture pumpkin, a Columbus Day hat, and cornucopia place cards. Full color.

Price: $9.95


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Craft Hope: Handmade Crafts for a Cause

Craft Hope: Handmade Crafts for a Cause
It started with a pillowcase dress…and grew into a worldwide movement: crafters using their passion to help those in need. The Craft Hope blog-which organizes crafters to make handmade items for charities-has attracted followers around the world. This book, written by the site's founder and featuring crafting's hottest start, celebrates the cause and encourages others to join in.
Each project is matched with a specific charity, with alternative suggestions for local places to contribute the item. The projects-all with beautiful photographs, step-by-step instructions, and templates-include: cheerful quilts for hospitalized children, soft dolls for Nicaraguan orphans, tug toys for animal shelters, knit gloves for homeless shelters, a cloth backpack for schoolchildren in Africa, a stylish purse for women moving out of abusive relationships, and knit scarves for fostercare teens heading off to college. Contributors range from fabric designers Amy Butler and Heather Bailey to popular authors and bloggers such as Amanda Soule (www.soulemama.com, Handmade Home), Karri Meng (French General), Amy Ray (Doodle Stitching), Celine Dupuy (Simple Sewing with a French Twist), Vickie Howell (Craft Corps), Cathie Filian (Creative Juice), Susan Wasinger (Eco Crafts), and Betsy Greer (Knitting for Good).
In addition, there are plenty of helpful tips on how to give locally and globally, how to give thoughtfully and appropriately, and how to empower those you are helping.

Price: $17.95


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Monday, November 14, 2011

Concrete Crafts: Making Modern Accessories for the Home and Garden

Concrete Crafts: Making Modern Accessories for the Home and GardenConcrete is an inexpensive and easy-to-work-with material that can be used to create dozens of useful and stylish accessories for the home or garden. With full-color, step-by-step photos, this one-of-a-kind guide demonstrates how to make functional concrete projects that have a distinctive flair.

Price: $21.95


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The Best of Paper Crafts Magazine (Leisure Arts #5279)

The Best of Paper Crafts Magazine (Leisure Arts #5279)Making personal connections through the art of paper crafting is what Paper Crafts® magazine is all about, with greeting cards, keepsake paper creations, bags, tags, and other projects galore. This big 288-page book is the paper crafter s dream collection, compiling more than 500 of the best projects from recent years of the magazine and its special issues. Cards are a major focus, along with a bonus collection of paper crafted containers and keepsake treasures to accompany simple food gifts (recipes included!). Other projects include gift bags and tags, party invitations and decorations, banners, handmade jewelry, mini albums and journals, magnets, stationery, table place settings, and more. Cards of many shapes and sizes cover a wealth of topics, including birthdays, baby, weddings, mothers, fathers, teachers, teens, girlfriends, seasons, holidays, and all occasions.

Price: $18.95


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Sunday, November 13, 2011

Craft Activism: People, Ideas, and Projects from the New Community of Handmade and How You Can Join In

Craft Activism: People, Ideas, and Projects from the New Community of Handmade and How You Can Join InJoin the Handmade Movement!

We make to give. We make to share. We make to connect with others. Crafters all over the world are using their hands and hearts to make a statement, change the world, and build community.

Craft Activism is an inspiring celebration of this growing movement. Inside, dozens of superstars of this grassroots phenomenon share their experiences, tips, and advice on living, teaching, and promoting a more meaningful DIY lifestyle. Learn to craft for your cause, connect with other crafters, think green, organize a fair, host an online exchange, create yarn graffiti, and more. The book also includes 17 creative projects from designers who challenge you to reimagine how your craft skills can be used to make a difference. Whether you knit, sew, crochet, or collage—and even if you’re not sure where to begin—this book is your guide to the incredible power of handmade.

Price: $22.99


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Saturday, November 12, 2011

The Big-Ass Book of Crafts 2

The Big-Ass Book of Crafts 2Searching for crafty inspiration?

Eager to try some new techniques?

Need some more junk for your trunk?

Well, look no further!

 

In this cheeky sequel, Mark Montano picks up where his wildly popular The Big-Ass Book of Crafts left off, with even more spectacular—and easy-to-make—projects sure to satisfy crafters of all skill levels. Turn colorful ribbons into a show-stopping scarf . . . transform old cargo pants into a kick-ass carryall . . . a high-drama neckpiece made out of zippers? Absolutely. Along with a host of other wearable wonders, this exciting all-new volume includes sections such as Pillow Talk (fun, comfy, and made from the most surprising materials), Letter Perfect (cool designs to pop into the mailbox nearest you), Hey, I Could Use That (make a big statement with little things from magnets to nail polish), Just Kid-ding (cheery dÉcor made from kid-centric stuff, guaranteed to make you smile!), That’s Shoe Biz (fun fixes that give sidelined footwear and handbags a whole new life), and dozens of other ideas that are inventive, imaginative, and just plain fun.

 

With his trademark humor and no-holds-barred approach to crafting, Mark will have you tapping into your creative soul and taking simple techniques to a whole new level in no time. We’re not talking plant-hangers and potholders here—the more than 150 handmade projects in this truly unique compendium are artistic, eye-catching, and cutting-edge, from cool brooches and earrings to ingenious belts and bags, from Bauhaus-style furniture to fishbowl lanterns, and so much more!

 

Price: $19.99


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Crafts From Your Favorite Bible Stories

Crafts From Your Favorite Bible StoriesTHIS EDITION IS INTENDED FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY.

Price: $7.95


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Friday, November 11, 2011

KNITTED WRAP-AROUND STOCKING CAP SCARF with LARGE TASSEL POM-POM - A Vintage Downloadable Knitting Pattern for the KINDLE Wireless eBook Reader! (download ... teen yarn craft winter accessories pom-pom

KNITTED WRAP-AROUND STOCKING CAP SCARF with LARGE TASSEL POM-POM - A Vintage Downloadable Knitting Pattern for the KINDLE Wireless eBook Reader! (download ... teen yarn craft winter accessories pom-pomKNITTED WRAP-AROUND STOCKING CAP SCARF

A downloadable vintage knitting pattern for your Kindle!

This fun and ADORABLE pattern was originally published by The American Thread Company, Star Book No. 107. The pattern has been edited and digitally converted (by NorthernLightsVintage) for use on your Kindle ebook reader!

Don't have a Kindle? No problem....you can still enjoy this ebook! Amazon now makes it possible to download Kindle e-books to your desktop computer, laptop, Mac, Ipod, Blackberry, etc! The application is called "Kindle For PC" (or "Kindle for Mac", "Kindle for Blackberry", etc.) and best of all, it's FREE! Learn more below.

Pattern Name: "Knitted Stocking Cap with Tassel"
Craft: Knitting
Gauge: 5 sts in stockinette st = 1 inch.
Format: Kindle eBook download

This Knitted Stocking Cap can be made with:
“Dawn” Nylon of Knitting Worsted Size
or
“Dawn” Knitting Worsted
6 ozs. National Blue or color desired.
1 oz. White or any contrasting color.
1 pr. knitting needles No. 6.

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The Book of Country Crafts


CRESCENDO SHAWL

A downloadable vintage knitting pattern for your Kindle!

This pattern was originally published in the 1950's by The American Thread Company. It has been digitally edited and converted to downloadable format (by NorthernLightsVintage) for viewing on the Kindle wireless reading device.

Pattern Name: "Crescendo Shawl"
Finished Size: 19 inches x 66 inches without fringe
Craft: Knitting
Original Publishing Year: Approximately 1950's
Format: Kindle eBook download

MATERIALS REQUIRED
- American Thread Company "Dawn" Knitting Worsted 20-ounces Violet or color of your choice
- 1 pair knitting needles No. 13
- 1 double pointed needle
- Gauge: 1 cable crossing = 1 ¼ inches

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Thursday, November 10, 2011

Making Mosaics: 15 Stylish Projects from Start to Finish (Step-by-Step Crafts)

Making Mosaics: 15 Stylish Projects from Start to Finish (Step-by-Step Crafts)
A complete mosaic course in one book! Making Mosaics offers both the "basics" of the craft, as well as 15 attractive projects to create. The "Getting Started" section clearly outlines the materials and tools used in the projects, including vitreous glass and unglazed ceramic tiles, as well as how-to techniques for nipping tiles, prepping surfaces, laying tile and grouting. The 15 projects were designed to offer variety in style, materials, and skill level.

Projects include: plaques, planters, tea trays, trivets, trinket boxes and more. Simple step-by-step instructions and large how-to photos ensure a crafter's success. Within each project, important details are shown with close-up photos for added clarity. Artist's tips provide professional guidance and alternative design ideas for most projects.

Highlights:

  • Mosaic is an art form that can be enjoyed by the beginner as well as the serious professional.
  • Projects appeal to all levels of ability, including easy starter pieces for those just learning the craft.
  • Contains large step-by-step photos with added close-up shots of detailed techniques.
  • Contains inspirational photos with alternative designs. Includes pattern templates for most projects.
  • Includes a source list for products & supplies.

Price: $16.95


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Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Papercutting Pattern Book: 275 Original Designs (Book Paper Crafts)

Papercutting Pattern Book: 275 Original Designs (Book Paper Crafts)
  • Easy-to-use patterns
  • All original designs
  • Tips for effective cutting

    Experienced as well as beginning papercutters will find a full variety of original patterns in this sourcebook by acclaimed cutter Claudia Hopf. The assortment includes floral designs, botanicals, cats, several breeds of dogs, birds, wild animals, farm animals, folk country scenes, nautical themes, the months of the year, Valentines, Halloween and Christmas decorations, and designs inspired by Pennsylvania Dutch, Shaker, Native American, Polish, and Chinese papercutting traditions. The patterns can be reduced, enlarged, or used as printed.

    Price: $14.95


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  • Etsy Success - How to Make a Full-Time Income Selling Jewelry, Crafts, and Other Handmade Products Online (Mogul Mom Work-at-Home Book Series)

    Etsy Success - How to Make a Full-Time Income Selling Jewelry, Crafts, and Other Handmade Products Online (Mogul Mom Work-at-Home Book Series)"Turn Your Passion for Making Handmade Products and Crafts into a Thriving Online Business!"

    Handmade products are hot! People everywhere love to buy unique, one-of-a-kind items and the good feeling that comes from supporting the creators who made them.

    Etsy.com is the number one online destination for people wanting to purchase handmade products and crafts. Believe it or not though, simply selling great products on Etsy isn't enough to be successful. With many talented people selling their items there, it's easy to get lost in the crowd.

    But here's the good news...

    There are people making good money on Etsy and if you want to be one of them, this book will help you. It contains a "marketing plan" designed just for you, with step-by-step instruction that will show you exactly what to do in order to have a successful, thriving Etsy business.

    Do you make any of the following items?

    • Soap
    • Jewelry
    • Clothing
    • Art
    • Candles
    • Beauty Products

    If so, you want this book! It contains everything you need to know about making money on Etsy. You'll take your passion from a "hobby" in the corner of your living room to a real business, with customers from around the world.

    Not on Etsy yet? Don't worry! This book will show you how to set up an eye-catching store in just minutes! Already on Etsy? Get ready to increase your sales!

    Running an online store on Etsy is the perfect job opportunity for mothers, since you can run the entire business from your home, spend more time with your children, be your own boss, and make a great income doing something you love!

    If you're ready to make money on Etsy, get this book today.

    Price: $12.95


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    Tuesday, November 8, 2011

    Wild Wire: 50+ Projects for You and Your Home Made with Wild Wire (Jewelry Crafts)

    Wild Wire: 50+ Projects for You and Your Home Made with Wild Wire (Jewelry Crafts)Bend it, shape it, and create with one of today's most versatile craft mediums - wire! In this hot new book from NSI Innovations and Krause Publications, readers will find more than 50 exciting projects for scrapbooking, creating jewelry, and home decor. Complete introductory material provides a look at the necessary tools and supplies for completing each project, including the Twist 'n Curl, jig, and pliers. Detailed instructions are also included, covering all of the basic techniques needed to create wire beads, jump rings, and jigged designs.

    Price: $16.95


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    Big Green Book of Recycled Crafts ( Leisure Arts #4802)

    Big Green Book of Recycled Crafts ( Leisure Arts #4802)Yes, you can surround yourself with handmade beauty while helping the environment at the same time! Each project in this book uses one or more items that would ordinarily end up in a landfill. By finding ways to extend the usefulness of paper, plastic, cans, glass, clothing, and other recyclables, we've developed hundreds of green crafting ideas. Each is fun to make and even more fun to give as a gift! Whether you want to reinvent a lamp, create artwork from household discards, organize your photos, or get more mileage out of an old sweater, you ll find plenty of ideas and inspiration in these pages.

    Price: $19.95


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    Monday, November 7, 2011

    Popular Woodworking's Arts &amp; Crafts Furniture: 25 Projects For Every Room In Your Home

    Popular Woodworking's Arts & Crafts Furniture: 25 Projects For Every Room In Your HomeTimeless Style and Simplicity

    Simple and beautiful, Arts & Crafts furniture designs offer an excellent learning medium for furniture building. The Arts & Crafts style allows the craftsman to build a quality piece of furniture in a reasonable amount of time while providing a very successful and satisfying experience.

    This book offers a collection of twenty-five Arts & Crafts furniture projects for every room in your home. Some of the projects are accurate reproductions of the original furniture pieces, while others are loving adaptations of the style. In addition to the projects in the book, we've included a Bonus CD-ROM with ten furniture projects and ten technique articles to provide even more information on construction and finishing.

    This book represents a collection of projects that the Popular Woodworking staff considers to be some of the most visually appealing pieces of furniture ever created.

    Price: $29.99


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    The Savvy Crafters Guide To Success: Turn Your Crafts Into A Career

    The Savvy Crafters Guide To Success: Turn Your Crafts Into A CareerTake your crafts out of your workshop - and into the spotlight.

    Do you dream of making money with your art but feel unsure of how to begin? With The Savvy Crafter's Guide to Success, turning your hobby into a career is easier than you think.

    Leave the boring business books to the white-collar set! In these pages filled with plenty of artwork for inspiration, renowned rubber-stamp and polymer-clay artist Sandra McCall teaches you everything you need to know about successfully marketing and selling your work. She shares personal insights from some of the industry's top crafters, including Traci Bautista, Claudine Hellmuth, Michael Jacobs, Catherine Moore and Stephanie Olin.

    With sound advice, valuable do's and don'ts, and plenty of encouragement, you'll learn to:

    • Become a regular contributor to craft publications
    • Start teaching workshops at stores, retreats and craft shows
    • Assert yourself as an "expert" in your field
    Turn your dreams into reality. Turn your crafts into a career!

    Price: $19.99


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    Sunday, November 6, 2011

    101 Best-Loved Designs from Cross Stitch &amp; Country Crafts

    101 Best-Loved Designs from Cross Stitch & Country CraftsWhen paper was first invented in China over 2000 years ago, it was used for cooking, wrapping, building and even for making clothes! But there is so much more you can do with this versatile material -- such as creating one-of-a-kind toys, gifts, cards and jewelry. This Jumbo Book features an introduction to different kinds of paper, special folding techniques and easy-to-follow directions for folding, cutting, gluing and weaving over 50 paper projects! Crafts include * fan earrings * paper beads * woven baskets * a glow lamp

    Price: $24.95


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    Halloween Tricks and Treats (Better Homes &amp; Gardens Crafts)

    Product Description
    Cool ideas for personalizing any Halloween party

    From spooky to whimsical and everything in between, Halloween Tricks and Treats is a treasure-trove of neat ideas and helpful how-tos for adding a personal touch to your Halloween parties and celebrations. You'll get instructions for throwing Halloween parties that are festive for the whole family and learn how to make Halloween decorations that will transform your home into the spookiest place on the block. Plus, you'll get tasty recipes for Halloween treats, easy-to-follow craft projects, and step-by-step instructions for making handmade Halloween costumes that are clever, creative, and fun. Geared toward families and jam-packed with great ideas, you'll get

    • Halloween party ideas and kitchen-tested recipes
    • Instructions for making handmade Halloween decorations and holiday crafts
    • Halloween costume patterns and ideas for kids' games

    Halloween Tricks and Treats shows you how to have imaginative Halloween celebrations that are achievable for any level of crafting ability.

    Craft Excerpts from Halloween Tricks and Treats


    Scary Sculls

    Furry Spiders

    Spellbinding Soup

    Price: $14.99


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    Saturday, November 5, 2011

    Best of Christmas Ideas (Better Homes &amp; Gardens Crafts)

    Best of Christmas Ideas (Better Homes & Gardens Crafts)
    • Offers readers inspirational Christmas decorating ideas to help beautify their homes in a creative and personal way.

    • Is dedicated solely to the season of Christmas, giving the book a clear focus.

    • Packed with a variety of ideas and projects including: festive decorating schemes, stunning themed trees, quick-to-make ornaments and cards, appealing gifts to make, and easy crafts.

    • Step-by-step instructions for craft projects are included in the back of the book.

    Price: $14.99


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    Friday, November 4, 2011

    Get a Hobby!: 101 All-Consuming Diversions for Any Lifestyle

    Get a Hobby!: 101 All-Consuming Diversions for Any Lifestyle

    Is your daily grind taking the joy out of life? Don't get glum--get a hobby!

    In this entertaining, information-packed guide, journalist and ReadyMade contributing editor Tina Barseghian invites you to explore 101 thoroughly absorbing diversions, from conventional to downright wacky, that'll satisfy every taste, talent, and timetable. The bonus: Practicing a hobby boosts your all-around mental and physical health, as longtime family practitioner Dr. Miguel Figueroa reveals in the Foreword.

    Are you an independent, nature-loving, outdoorsy type? Consider beachcombing, caving, or mushroom hunting. Crafty, meticulous, and patient? You might enjoy needlework, knotting, or growing bonsai. Just take the personality quiz to identify those hobbies that best match your aptitude, interests, and even your mood, then it's on to the hobbies. Each hobby entry provides a playful mix of information: overviews, histories, and sample projects to help you get your hobby on, plus profiles of dedicated hobbyists and resources that'll help take you to the next level. Get a Hobby! might just be the inspiration you've been looking for.

    Price: $19.95


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    Sublime Stitching Craft Pad

    Sublime Stitching Craft PadA brand-new must-have for the crafter, this handy pad contains 30 pages filled with iron-on embroidery patterns by stitch maven Jenny Hart, author of Sublime Stitching and the Stitch-it Kit. Jenny Hart is an artist, designer, and the founder of Sublime Stitching. She lives in Austin, Texas.

    Price: $12.95


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    Thursday, November 3, 2011

    Paper Crafts for Halloween (Paper Craft Fun for Holidays)

    Paper Crafts for Halloween (Paper Craft Fun for Holidays)Do you want to make your own haunted house? Haunted houses are a fun and scary part of Halloween. Follow storyteller Randel McGee as he explores Halloween in Paper Crafts for Halloween. Learn to make a flying bat, sitting black cat, goofy goggles, and even a haunted house!

    Price: $23.93


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    Wednesday, November 2, 2011

    The Complete Idiot's Guide to Selling Your Crafts

    The Complete Idiot's Guide to Selling Your Crafts
    Get started selling handmade!
     
    This straightforward book walks you through the process of preparing your goods for sale, pricing and bookkeeping, finding venues, marketing and promoting your products, and working with customers both online and off -- all without quitting your day job. Clear, concise instructions explain everything you need to know to sell crafts effectively in your spare time, and help you decide whether to take selling to the next level.
     
    Learn how to:
     
    *Find out whether you --and your crafts -- are ready to start selling.


    *Set prices to cover your costs and make a profit.


    *Establish a bookkeeping system.


    *Manage dual inventories of parts and finished goods.


    *Discover the best places to sell your crafts in person or on the Internet.


    *Identify the right people to market to.


    *Accept credit cards and process other forms of payment.


    *Start selling wholesale.


    *Stay out of tax and legal trouble.


    *And more helpful tips
     
    Stop being intimidated by complex business jargon, and stop procrastinating. Let The Complete Idiot's Guide to Selling Your Crafts help you share your handmade goods with the world.

    Price: $14.95


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    The Handmade Marketplace: How to Sell Your Crafts Locally, Globally, and On-Line

    The Handmade Marketplace: How to Sell Your Crafts Locally, Globally, and On-LineIt's an exciting new world for crafters. Handmade is hip, creativity is what the market wants, and there are many profitable sales opportunities that didn't exist a few short years ago. For crafters who have more confidence running a sewing machine than setting up a Web site, The Handmade Marketplace breaks down and makes sense of the global possibilities for marketing and selling crafts.

    First, determine the right price for every item — not too expensive and definitely not too cheap. Whether the product is beaded jewelry or felted slippers, illustrations or tote bags, author Kari Chapin helps crafters determine cost of goods, market competition, and the pros and cons of wholesale and retail sales. If the price is right, customers will buy.

    Then it's on to selling. The boom in indie craft fairs and sites such as Etsy ("Your place to buy & sell all things handmade") is providing artisans with an ever-expanding marketplace for handcrafted items. Chapin demystifies every venue. She explains the guidelines that craft fairs impose on exhibitors, the typical yearly calendar of shows, and how to start a new craft fair.

    For the crafter interested in online sales, there are tips on styling and propping crafts for photographs and technical explanations of how the most popular Web marketplaces run. Traditional brick and mortar consignment stores are still very good options for many crafters. Chapin explains how to approach shopkeepers and build strong relationships.

    Wrapping everything up with media advice and tips on how to get the word out, The Handmade Marketplace is the sales and marketing bible that today's crafters need.

    Price: $14.95


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    Tuesday, November 1, 2011

    CRESCENDO SHAWL - Vintage 1950's Knitting Pattern ~ Kindle Book / Ebook Download (e-book, knit, knitted, stole, yarn, craft, women, girl, clothing)

    CRESCENDO SHAWL - Vintage 1950's Knitting Pattern ~ Kindle Book / Ebook Download (e-book, knit, knitted, stole, yarn, craft, women, girl, clothing)
    CRESCENDO SHAWL

    A downloadable vintage knitting pattern for your Kindle!

    This pattern was originally published in the 1950's by The American Thread Company. It has been digitally edited and converted to downloadable format (by NorthernLightsVintage) for viewing on the Kindle wireless reading device.

    Pattern Name: "Crescendo Shawl"
    Finished Size: 19 inches x 66 inches without fringe
    Craft: Knitting
    Original Publishing Year: Approximately 1950's
    Format: Kindle eBook download

    MATERIALS REQUIRED
    - American Thread Company "Dawn" Knitting Worsted 20-ounces Violet or color of your choice
    - 1 pair knitting needles No. 13
    - 1 double pointed needle
    - Gauge: 1 cable crossing = 1 ¼ inches

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    I have many more downloadable patterns available for Kindle as well as in print format! You can view my entire by selection by typing my Amazon id "NorthernLightsVintage" into any Amazon or Kindle search window. You may also go directly to the Amazon site containing all of my items for sale: http://www.amazon.com/tag/northernlightsvintage/products

    Thank you for stopping by! Have a wonderful day! :)

    Price: $1.49


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    The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts: *All You Need to Know to Craft with Ribbon *The Essential Reference for Novice and Expert Ribbon Crafters ... Instructions for Over 100 Projects

    The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts: *All You Need to Know to Craft with Ribbon *The Essential Reference for Novice and Expert Ribbon Crafters ... Instructions for Over 100 Projects

    This book provides a reference for all kinds of crafts that involve ribbon. It includes step-by-step photographed instructions for a wide range of techniques as well as projects to accompany each area of ribbon crafting. This is a comprehensive guide as compared to most books on ribbon crafts that are specific by technique or end result (ribbon flowers, silk ribbon embroidery, making bows). This book explores a wide range of techniques and end products, using all kinds of ribbon, making it an essential reference for all craft enthusiasts. It includes ideas and projects for scrapbooking, home décor, general crafting, and fashion.

    Price: $24.99


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