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Beryl: The Making of a Disability Activist
Par Dustin Galer. 2023
The story of a mid-century working-class housewife whose extraordinary physical transformation empowered her to become a dynamic social activist who…
fueled a movement to create a more inclusive future for people with disabilities.On browsing
Par Jason Guriel. 2023
A defense of the dying art of losing an afternoon—and gaining new appreciation—amidst the bins and shelves of bricks-and-mortar shops.…
Written during the pandemic, when the world was marooned at home and consigned to scrolling screens, On Browsing 's essays chronicle what we've lost through online shopping, streaming, and the relentless digitization of culture. The latest in the Field Notes series, On Browsing is an elegy for physical media, a polemic in defense of perusing the world in person, and a love letter to the dying practice of scanning bookshelves, combing CD bins, and losing yourself in the stacksKnitting Sweaters (Idiot's Guides)
Par Megan Goodacre. 2015
Stitching a sweater is a rite of passage for knitters. It means your skills are advanced enough that you can…
read and follow a pattern, understand the shaping and sizing involved, and have the stamina to actually finish the project. But finding sweater patterns that aren't boxy, ugly, or outdated can be a challenge, and even then, the directions are often so complicated and confusing knitters don't even want to cast on. Idiot's Guides: Knitting Sweaters is a clear and colorful guide that offers 20 chic and stylish patterns for knitting pullovers, cardigans, shrugs, and more, all featuring easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and hundreds of inspirational color photos. In it, you get: • 20 stylish sweater patterns for various skill levels, from newer knitters to more experienced stitchers. • Tips for understanding yarn weights, choosing the best yarn for a sweater, and calculating how much is needed. • Easy advice on shaping and sizing for the most figure-flattering finished sweaters. • Pointers on casting on, binding off, assembly, and finishing techniques. • Lessons on stitching sleeves, necklines, collars, hoods, pockets, and more. • Guidance on reading charts, understanding gauge, and avoiding common pitfalls. • Adorable sweater patterns for babies, toddlers, and children. • Fun and funky, sophisticated, and cozy classic sweaters for women. • Masculine patterns for pullovers and jackets for men.Sew Your Own Wardrobe: More Than 80 Techniques
Par Alison Smith. 2021
This is your complete guide to dressmaking, from designing, creating, and customizing your clothes. Master every dressmaking technique in the…
book!Fully illustrated and easy to use, this dressmaking book covers all the essential skills and techniques you need to make timeless wardrobe staples. It's a must-have for beginners and expert stitchers alike.Fed up with fast fashion and keen to make your own clothes? This is the ultimate dressmaking guide for absolute beginners. Comprehensive, step-by-step guides and dressmaking patterns cover everything from choosing the perfect fabric for any project to trying your hand at a range of machine-sewing techniques. Inside the pages of this sewing book you&’ll discover: • Step-by-step instructions and techniques, accompanied by clear, full-color photography • Thorough sections on tools and equipment, to help the reader choose the right items for each project • 13 downloadable patterns for skirts, dresses, trousers, tops, and jackets that can be used to create 31 different garments • Over 80 techniques, including how to cut out a pattern, machine stitch, and hand stitch Accompanied by close-up photographs, clear instructions, and a glossary of dressmaking terminology to demystify even the trickiest technique. This book will help you advance from a sewing learner to a seasoned stitcher in no time. Zoomed-in photographs of hand and machine tools show you the best dressmaking equipment for the job and teach you exactly how to use it.All the techniques and projects are graded by difficulty level, from the simple and straightforward to the more complex and challenging ones. Put your new-found knowledge to the test with 13 downloadable patterns that can be easily adapted to create more than 30 stylish garments. Learn how to make classic dresses, skirts, tops, trousers, and jackets, alongside creative ideas for giving your old clothes new life!The Essential Guide to DressmakingSew Your Own Wardrobe guides you through every hand stitch, machine stitch, and sewing technique you'll ever need. We've included the best way to stitch, alter, put in linings, seam and hem, so you can make your favorite bespoke outfits to suit your unique style.A complete introduction to quilting, patchwork and appliqué, boasting 15 exciting projects to get you started, as well as covering…
the materials and techniques needed.Easy-to-use and fully illustrated, this craft book is ideal for quilting beginners, as well as more experienced quilters looking to build on their skills and refresh their techniques.A crafters&’ heaven awaits inside this informative quilting book: • A visual catalog of all the tools and materials needed, including information on types of fabrics, sizes, measurements, and design principles • Step-by-step full-color photographs accompanied by instructions for each stitch and technique, with integrated annotation • A gallery of modern patchwork block designs • 15 easy, inspirational projects that draw on the skills covered • An updated, fresh and modern design Quilting, like most other crafts, has been shown to enhance wellbeing, reduce stress and anxiety, and boost self-esteem. It can even improve physical and cognitive skills and social awareness. Everything you need to master quilting, patchwork and appliqué, make beautiful gifts and items for your home, lies within these pages. Discover the essential quilting tools and materials you need to get started. Then master the key techniques and stitches with simple step-by-step photography and explanations, including using traditional and modern patchwork block designs. Then comes the fun part. Design and stitch your own unique quilts and other quilting projects at home drawing from the 15 fabulous projects included, from bags and toys to cushions and quilt designs — you&’ll learn everything you need to know to create unique gifts and treasured keepsakes from the comfort of home.Can&’t get enough of crafting? Try Crochet Step by Step, Sew Step by Step or Dressmaking Step by Step next!Chonky Amigurumi: How to Crochet Amazing Critters & Creatures with Chunky Yarn
Par Sarah Csiacsek. 2022
Your new friends are cute, huggable—and chonky!Have you ever wanted to hold a fox, a penguin, or an alligator? Have…
you ever wanted to see a jackalope or a phoenix? Have you ever wanted to go on adventures with a unicorn or a dragon? With chunky yarn, a few essential techniques, and a desire to learn, you can crochet your own woodland critters and mythical creatures. In their TikTok videos, Sarah Csiacsek (@fanaticalfibers) shows their followers how to get hooked on crochet, and in Chonky Crochet for Beginners, they'll share with you what you need to get started with your own crochet adventures. Even experienced crocheters will appreciate the whimsy and magic you can weave as you create soft animals and creatures for friends, family, and, of course, yourself! Chonky Crochet for Beginners includes these features:20 step-by-step crochet projects with colorful photos you can almost feelTechniques and methods for learning how to crochet and to successfully complete each projectInformation and recommendations for the tools and materials you'll need to create all the projects in the book You&’ve seen all kinds of cute crocheted creatures and fantastical fiber beasts on TikTok, especially on Sarah&’s channel, and now you can learn how to crochet directly from the celebrated TikTok crocheter themselves!Knots: The Complete Visual Guide
Par Dk. 2021
The ultimate visual guide to all types of knots. Avoid getting yourself into a tangle by following detailed step-by-step instructions…
that show you how to tie and untie more than 100 knots. Whichever knotty scenario you find yourself in, from in your own garden, to up in the mountains or across seas, this reference book will take you from novice to expert rope tier.Covering more than 100 knots for climbing, sailing, horse-riding, survival camping, and fishing as well as for gardening, DIY, medical, and even decorative purposes. The photographs of every step use strands of rope in different colors - so you can clearly see how to tie each knot. You&’ll learn all about the fascinating stories behind how many of these knots were first tied as well as their original functions in this knot tying book. Each knot has simple to follow instructions on the features and benefits and what they can be used for. Includes knots such as figure-of-eights, reef knots, highwayman&’s hitches, and monkey&’s fists. Find out about techniques like sheer lashing and the constrictor knot. The book begins by teaching you all about rope materials and construction and how to maintain them. At the end of the book the glossary and index so you can easily find just the knot you&’re in need of. There are more than 1,000 photographs, illustrations, and artworks. Expert author Des Pawson is a founding member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers.One-Stop Practical Guide to Tying and Using KnotsKnots: The Complete Visual Guide is arranged by chapters covering Stopper Knots, Binding Knots, Bends, Hitches, Loops, Plaits & Sennits, and Splices & Whippings. It also includes detailed instructions for over 100 knots and fantastic beginner guides to help boy scouts, girl scouts, first-time climbers and everything in between become experienced campers, sailors, and mountaineers.Inside this visual guide, you&’ll find: • Accessible text and tables that explain the features and benefits of each knot • Sequence spreads display the top five knots you need for a range of purposes, from sailing and fishing to gardening and gift-wrapping • Fun facts about the oldest knots and their history • Essential information on how to choose the best rope to use and how to maintain them More from DK Books:Don&’t miss out on more fascinating visual reference books! Look for The Complete Sailing Manual, How to Garden, and The Survival Handbook from DK Books to build on your new-found knot skills.El gran libro del punto (The Knitting Book)
Par Frederica Patmore. 2019
Esta nueva edición de 'El gran libro del punto' te lleva de principiante a experto, con cientos de técnicas paso…
a paso, más de 120 patrones para una variedad de tipos de punto y 20 proyectos de tejido adecuados para todas las habilidades.Totalmente ilustrado y fácil de usar, 'El gran libro del punto' es un recurso único para principiantes y una rica fuente de inspiración para ávidos costureros que quieran progresar y probar nuevos patrones. Cada técnica se muestra con claras fotografías paso a paso y se explica con anotaciones y flechas, desde la puntada básica hasta los patrones más intrincados.Una galería fotográfica muestra más de 120 puntadas diferentes para inspirar al lector: pruebe todo y personalice proyectos con sus propias opciones de puntadas.Esta edición actualizada presenta 10 patrones de proyectos nuevos, incluido un patrón de tejido de brazo, así como 10 proyectos de la edición original que se han reinventado con nuevos hilos y colores frescos.Simple, claro e integral, 'El gran libro del punto' es el único libro que necesita para mejorar sus habilidades y crear sus propias piezas hermosas y únicas."This new edition of 'El gran libro del punto' takes you from beginner to expert, with hundreds of step-by-step techniques, more than 120 stitch patterns for a variety of knitting stitches, and 20 knitting projects suitable for all abilities.Fully illustrated and easy to use, 'El gran libro del punto' is a one-stop resource for beginners and a rich source of inspiration for avid knitters who want to progress their skills and try new stitch patterns. Each technique is shown in clear photographic steps and explained with helpful annotations and arrows, from basic casting on to intricate Fair Isle and cable patterns.A photographic stitch gallery showcases over 120 different stitches to inspire you - try your hand at everything from garter stitch to intarsia, or customize projects with your own stitch choices.This updated edition features 10 brand-new project patterns, including an arm knitting pattern, as well as 10 projects from the original edition that have been reimagined with new yarns and fresh colours.Simple, clear, and comprehensive, 'El gran libro del punto' is the only book you need to progress your skills and create your own beautiful, unique pieces."Woodworking: The Complete Step-by-Step Manual
Par Dk. 2020
Get started on your woodwork practice with this ultimate guide to essential carpentry skills, techniques, tools, tips, and tricks.Complete and…
easy directions for key skills, from simple joinery techniques to more involved woodworking projects, with clear helpful photographs. Key carpentry skills, from simple joinery techniques to fine woodworking projects, through clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs.New carpenters will learn about the essential tools needed and the principles of basic design and practice crucial techniques like wood joints, finishing, woodturning, and furniture restoration.Experienced crafters will enjoy enhancing their skills and learning something new. We&’ll make sure you choose the right wood for the job and find more than 100 hard and softwoods, plus their properties, in our handy directory.Put your skills into practice with 28 DIY woodworking projects. This carpentry book will show you how to create home accessories, furnishings, outdoor projects, workshop projects, and more. This reference book provides all the information you need to become a master carpenter and have a houseful of fine furnishings to show for the effort! Everything You Need to Know About WoodworkingWoodworking is a complete illustrated carpentry course with comprehensive and extensive photos to show you how to become a craftsman. You&’ll have all the information you need to start your projects right away with simple step-by-step instructions. It also makes a fantastic gift for hobby carpenters.Inside, you&’ll discover:• Tools: Understand how to use hand, power, and machine tools, and choose the right wood for every job.• Techniques: Follow clear, step-by-step instructions to master all key woodworking techniques.• Projects: Put your skills into practice to create well-crafted and practical objects, from a wine rack to a chest of drawers.Knit Step by Step: Techniques, Stitches, and Patterns Made Easy (DK Step by Step)
Par Vikki Haffenden, Frederica Patmore. 2020
The essential beginner's guide to knitting know-how, with more than 150 illustrated knitting stitches and techniques.Knit Step by Step shows you…
everything you need to craft stunning knitted pieces. Master basic stitches and classic techniques, including ribs, Fair Isle, and intarsia, or try your hand at one of eight eye-catching projects.Fully illustrated and easy to use, Knit Step by Step will have you knitting with confidence in no time.Mend It, Wear It, Love It!: Stitch Your Way to a Sustainable Wardrobe
Par Zoe Edwards. 2021
A practical tool kit for mending and upcycling your wardrobe.It's &“sew&” simple to give your wardrobe an eco-chic edge! With…
fast fixes and clever techniques, this accessible, fully illustrated sewing book has everything you need to mend, customize and care for your clothes.Parting with damaged, yet beloved, clothes can be one of the saddest things, but what if you were able to fix those holes, give them a fresher look, and extend their life? Luckily, with this guide to mending and patching, you don&’t have to say goodbye to your favorite clothing items ever again!Now you can cherish all your garments, even those in the furthest corner of your closet! This sewing book for beginners will help you master the skills to repair a seam and mend a hem, even if you&’ve never touched a needle and thread before!Enjoy Your Clothes for LongerThis sewing book arms you with the techniques you need to enjoy your clothes for longer and express your creativity. Detailed step-by-step illustrations and clear instructions explain how to sew, repurpose, and care for your clothes in a range of materials. For anyone who cares about reducing fashion waste but doesn't want to sacrifice style, this is the book for you! It addresses the way mending is great for fashion sustainability and gives you the low down on &“fast fashion&”. From polluting ecosystems and breeding unsafe work environments, discover the huge human and environmental impacts those irresistibly cheap t-shirts have.The Art of Mending and Sewing Mend It. Wear It. Love It is for everyone! Packed full of simple fixes, as well as more advanced techniques, this book is perfect for sewers, crafters, and fashion lovers of all experience levels.Get Started: Learn Something New (Get Started)
Par Susie Johns, Dk. 2014
Get Started: Crochet teaches beginners basic stitches and shows how to start crocheting with 20 easy projects, including hats, blankets,…
and baby clothes. Perfect for beginners who want to learn a new craft, DK's Get Started: Crochet takes a "do and learn" approach by starting simple and building new skills, using photographed techniques to help people learn step-by-step."When I see an Alfa Romeo, I lift my hat." Henry FordFew things ignite such reverence as a classic car.…
With more than 250 iconic models from the 1940s to the 1980s, photographed from every angle, this title is a glorious celebration of the stars in the classic car firmament. Edited by award-winning automotive journalist Giles Chapman, Classic Car brings you the story of more than 20 great marques, including household names Bentley, Mercedes, Ferrari, Cadillac, and Aston Martin. Its lavish photography reveals every detail in close-ups of models that range from the 1940s giant two-ton Daimler DE36, which ferried royals about in style, through to sleek Ferraris from the 1980s capable of smashing the 200mph barrier. It puts you in the driving seat of such icons as the Chevrolet Corvette, the Ford Thunderbird, and the Mercedes 300SL and brings you the designers of these amazing machines and the story of their manufacturers. Whether you dream of owning one of these super-cool cars or you are a collector already, Classic Car is set to become a treasured favorite.The Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Natural Soaps: Live Greener—and Cleaner—with Your Own Handcrafted Soaps
Par Sally Trew, Zonella B. Gould. 2010
Leave no soapstone unturned! Soapmaking has always been a popular craft with a dedicated group of followers, but with the…
explosion of urban homesteading and people looking to go green, noncrafters are now joining in on the fun. Whether it's making natural soap to live greener, give as gifts, save money, or make money, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Making Natural Soaps has everything the new soap maker will need to create organic, natural soaps of all kinds. • Includes recipes to make a wide array of molded, poured, and liquid soaps • Contains soap recipes for body as well as household and even petsKnitting (Idiot's Guides)
Par Megan Goodacre. 2013
Learn how to knit in just minutes!Knitting is one of the most popular crafts among people all ages, but if…
you've never picked up a set of needles before, it's hard to know where to begin. Geared toward the absolute beginner, Idiot's Guides: Knitting teaches the basics of knitting in a series of lessons using full-color, step-by-step photo-rich instructions that enable you to clearly see how each stitch, finger movement, and yarn movement is executed. Lessons are accompanied by practice projects, allowing you to try out your newly learned skill. As the lessons become more advanced, so do the projects, so you'll not only get instant gratification by knitting a project right away, you'll also become more proficient as you learn and have the motivation to keep going. In addition, the book includes over 20 fun and fresh projects along with galleries of stitch patterns for beginner and intermediate-level knitters. This completely illustrated guide is an essential tool for every new knitter. Features include:• Tailored to the absolute beginner who has never picked up a pair of needles before, with clear, easy-to-understand illustrated instructions. • Clear, comprehensive, color step-by-step instructions for all the basic techniques of knitting—casting on, binding off, knit and purl stitches, and so much more. • Stitch galleries with nearly two dozen patterns for decorative stitches such as cable, seed, and lace. • Practice projects throughout help the reader learn and practice techniques. • Handy guides to teach you how to decipher a chart, read a pattern, increase and decrease rows, buy the right yarn for your project, and more.Arm Knitting: 30 no-needle projects for you and your home
Par Alpha. 2016
30 step-by-step, chunky knit projects using the hottest needle-free trend: arm knitting.It's fast, it's easy, and it's fun. Arm Knitting…
features 30 guided projects for head-to-toe wearables, accessories, and cozy home goods. Each project is needle-free! Although you could create the same stitches and the same techniques with regular knitting, arm knitting gives you bigger stitches, and thicker yarns allow for more rapid results. Using just your arms, you can create your own chunky, beautiful knit goods by following the photographic instructions!Let the photography inspire you as you work through each project, whether you want a scarf for the winter, a new wreath for your door, or a blanket for your bed. From choosing yarn, to weaving in ends, to sewing pieces together, Arm Knitting guides you every step of the way.Perfect for those who don't know how to knit, this needle-free technique is suitable for beginners, giving you beautiful results in hardly any time at all.The ultimate stitch dictionary, perfect for anyone who wants to learn and master the traditional craft of embroidery! A visual encyclopedia…
of stitches that will inspire and inform sewers of all levels. With this comprehensive guide in hand, you'll be able to accomplish and perfect every stitch under the sun! This handbook is packed with practical advice on which thread, needles or fabrics work best with different techniques. From looped and tied needlepoint stitches to open and solid filling stitches, you&’ll learn how to complete over 200 incredible stitches in no time. This practical embroidery book covers sewing tips for dressmaking, needle point and embroidery stitches. Learn the art quickly with concise text, close-up photography and step-by-step instructions and illustrations. Finding the perfect stitch for your next sewing project is easy thanks to this comprehensive embroidery guide. Embroidery shows you that with just a few simple stitches, some basic materials and an idea or two, you can sew just about anything. High-quality photography, helpful captions and diagrams make the techniques achievable for beginners and provide an invaluable reference guide for experienced embroiderers. Join the Embroidery Revolution Although embroidery has been around for many years, this book will help you enjoy the craft in a fresh, fun and modern way. Whether you're already an expert, just starting out or looking for a new hobby at home, Embroidery gives you a detailed checklist of everything you&’ll need to embark on your stitch journey. Inside the pages of this illustrated guide from DK Books, you&’ll find: • Inspirational ideas and practical advice on stitches for embroidery, needlepoint and dressmaking. • Step-by-step instructions and clear photographs showing you how to achieve more than 200 stitches. • Everything you need to choose the right threads, needles and fabrics.Leather Crafts: In-Depth Information on Tools, Materials, and Techniques (Idiot's Guides)
Par Valerie Schafer Franklin, Geoffrey Franklin. 2016
A big part of the artisanal/DIY movement is about authenticity and quality, with a return to simplicity, real values, genuine…
materials, and careful craftsmanship. Leather is one of those authentic materials, and while it has always been used for handbags and gloves, it&’s also enjoying a resurgence in the field of crafts. Simple objects elegantly made of leather are featured everywhere on maker blogs, photo-sharing sites, tutorials, and craft marketplaces. Leather is in the real world, too, in heavily curated hipster boutiques and well-edited coffee shops that sell sundries. Idiot&’s Guides®: Leather Crafts offers 20 projects (illustrated with copious step-by-step photos), ranging from beginner to advanced, each one building on the skills that have been taught in prior projects. Unlike most existing books on leathercraft, which come with a heavy whiff of the &‘70s, this one has a sleek, modern aesthetic. The projects are functional, and the minimal, elegant embellishment and natural finishes will keep them timeless.Paper Craft makes it easy — and affordable — to design handmade crafts that are guaranteed to impress. Transform your…
favorite paper into beautiful decorations and home decor, greeting cards, scrapbooks, and beyond, no matter what your skill level.This visual, step-by-step guide outlines all the necessary equipment and materials and contains nifty techniques like scaling, embossing, and crumpling, as well as quilling, decoupage, and paper-mâché. Inside Paper Craft you'll find seasonal and special occasion paper craft ideas to suit a variety of tastes. And, templates and variation suggestions allow you to choose exactly the right look for your projects.Cut, fold, roll, glue, and print your way to crafting heaven with Paper Craft.Packed with step-by-step instructions and color photos, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Making Metal Jewelry explains essential techniques — soldering,…
smithing, stamping, hammering, casting, riveting, and wiring. Readers will learn how to work with easily obtainable but beautiful metals while making a dozen original projects — along the way, discovering alternate methods, ways to correct mistakes, safety tips, online video instruction, and more.