Stimulate young imaginations and creativity with this cheery book packed with projects that are stylish yet easy to make. Once children have grasped the basics, they can adapt the methods and add their own unique touches. With gifts for everyone including children and adults, friends and family, the 50 projects plus variations range from practical to decorative ideas. Each project comes with a list of materials, time taken and suitable age group.

Gifts for Kids to Make

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

cheryl-owen

Crafts & Hobbies

Octopus Publishing Group

Making Decorative Boxes

A range of beautiful boxes of all shapes and sizes to make and embellish, with easy-to-follow instructions. Beadwork, metal embossing, glass etching, mosaic and textiles are just some of the ideas and materials used. Each project is illustrated with step-by-step photographs, and shots of the finished items provide more guidance, accompanied by hints, tips and alternative ideas throughout. The materials used are readily accessible and templates are included where necessary.

David & Charles, Ltd.

The Art of Paper Crafts

Smithmark Publishing

The Creative Book of Paper Crafts (Creative Book of Homecrafts Series)

Arts & Photography

Salamander Books

Beautifully styled, this compendium of techniques will give the home sewer all the skills needed to make individual furnishing for their own home. Each technique is explained step-by-step, then applied to a range of pretty, contemporary projects. The early techniques are aimed at complete beginners and teach simple skills such as pinning, cutting, and making seams. Later techniques introduce slightly more complex skills including hems, curved seams, casings, borders, linings, and decorative touches such as edging, frills, ruching, and tassels. The book provides everything the home sewer needs to make beautiful, stylish and individual projects to enhance every room of the house.

Home Sewing Techniques: Essential Sewing Skills to Make Inspirational Soft Furnishings (IMM Lifestyle) 30 Projects and Step-by-Step Instructions for Seams, Piping, Pleats, Borders, Tassels, & More

IMM Lifestyle

Find a bag to suit every outfit and occasion in this delightful collection of 30 easy-to-make bags. The Book of Bags offers step-by-step sewing projects suitable for experienced crafters and newcomers alike. Each bag can be given a completely different look simply by changing the fabric.
Customize your creations with embroidery, applique, or beading—the possibilities are endless. The same basic techniques used throughout the projects are explained in detail at the front of the book, while concise instructions and photographs guide you through each bag.
The bags range from bright and cheery beach bags and functional yet stylish shoppers and duffels to classic evening clutches and stylish wrist bags. Make your own distinctive bucket bag, shoulder bag, or drawstring bag, and try your hand at a versatile book bag or messenger bag. With such a variety of techniques and styles, there really is something here for everyone.

The Book of Bags: 30 Stylish Projects for Beautifully Sewn Bags (IMM Lifestyle Books)

IMM Lifestyle Books

Add style and glamour to your home with stylish accessories made with natural cotton!
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21 simple and beautiful projects to make with natural cotton</li>
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Weekend projects for aprons, bags, cushions, device cases, placemats, totes, and more</li>
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Stash busting small projects use fabric pieces you probably already own</li>
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Easy-to-follow instructions with over 200 step-by-step photographs make sewing accessible for beginners</li>
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Covers basic techniques from simple hems and seams to piping and buttonholes</li>
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Making your own custom accessories is a great way to add color, texture, and comfort to your life—and can be fun too!
Sew-It-Yourself Home Accessories offers 21 simple and beautiful projects to create with natural cotton. Using easy-to-learn sewing methods and bright, fresh fabrics, this book shows you how to make a range of useful items, from cushions, aprons, and oven mitts to a laptop case, table linen, and even a doorstop!
Each project can be completed in just one weekend, and the clear step-by-step instructions and color photographs make the process straightforward and simple, even for absolute beginners. A basics section at the front of the book introduces you to all of the tools, materials and techniques you need to know.

Sew-It-Yourself Home Accessories: 21 Practical Projects to Make in a Weekend (IMM Lifestyle Books) Stash-Busting Projects with Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Instructions & More Than 200 Color Photos

Design Originals

Perfect for beginners, this contemporary collection shows just how easy it is to make stunning beaded jewelry with readily available beads and stones!
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25 step-by-step jewelry projects for necklaces, chokers, bracelets, cuffs, brooches, earrings, and rings</li>
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Easy, beginner-friendly designs can each be created in a matter of hours</li>
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Step-by-step photographs show you exactly what to do in easy-to-follow detail</li>
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Easy to find materials: Projects use readily available semi-precious beads and stones like pearls, Swarovski crystals, and gems, along with silver- or gold-plated findings and wire</li>
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Stunning designs with individual day and evening pieces that will brighten up any outfit</li>
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The contemporary collection of 25 designs in Beautiful Beaded Jewelry for Beginners shows how to make stunning beaded jewelry with readily available beads and stones. Author Cheryl Owen, an experienced craft designer, shows just how easy it is to make fabulous necklaces, chokers, bracelets, cuffs, brooches, earrings, and rings that will compliment any ensemble.
A techniques section at the start of the book works through all the basic methods you need to learn before embarking on the projects. Perfect for beginners, each project is shown in full step-by-step detail, showing you exactly what to do.
The designs are simple and sophisticated, and suitable for both daytime and evening wear. Beautifully modeled pieces provide extra inspiration to complete these individual treasures.

Beautiful Beaded Jewelry for Beginners: 25 Rings, Bracelets, Necklaces, and Other Step-by-Step Projects (IMM Lifestyle Books) Easy-to-Make Designs Using Readily Available Semi-Precious Beads & Stones

My Nature Craft Book

Books Are Fun, Ltd.

Let's Start: Printing

Children's Books

Design Eye Publishing

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