Shrader is out to convince the new sewer that curtains are one of the simplest projects a beginner can undertake. She carefully walks through the process of picking the type of curtains appropriate for a room; choosing length and width, headings, hardware, and fabric; and calculating a step-by-step plan for project completion.
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
Packed with advice, tips, how-tos, and patterns for DIY crafts or crafting with kids, Craft Wisdom & Know-Howis a must-have home reference for both aspiring and experienced crafters alike. Covering dozens of the most popular projects in one complete, all-encompassing guide, this book is organized by type of craft, and also illustrated with line drawings and photos throughout. There is invaluable information about numerous crafting topics, including: Sewing Knitting and Other Needlework Paper Crafts and Bookmaking Glasswork Jewelry Making Pottery and Clay Mosaics Candle-making and Decorating Woodworking and Furniture Making, plus so much more. Each chapter covers a specific craft, with step-by-step directions and projects for crafters of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Hundreds of projects are included, such as Super Sock Monkeys, Crocheted Hats, Etched Glass, One-Afternoon Skirts, and Beading Vintage-Style Jewelry, among so many more. This book is also a part of the Know-How series which includes other titles such as: Country Wisdom & Know-How Woodworking Wisdom & Know-How Garden Wisdom & Know-How Natural Healing Wisdom & Know-How
Beautify your home with easy sewing projects for handmade decor! Whether you are new to sewing or just want to freshen up your skills, Sew Me! Sewing Home Decor will show you how to personalize your home with classic accessories. Decorating a living space has never been easier, with friendly advice, clear directions, and easy-to-use patterns that take the guesswork out of sewing. With seven simple and straightforward projects designed to help you learn as you sew, you'll soon be sewing with confidence and creating decor that matches your taste and the way you live.
From ultra-feminine and vintage chic to whimsically colorful and downright oddball, these pincushions redefine the form. And that’s sure to attract the many creative sewers and crafters who have chosen these small, charming canvases as the perfect vehicle to showcase fabulous fabric, simple embellishments, and novel ideas. Nearly 30 projects from a pool of talented designers provide plenty of inspiration, and there’s information on materials and adornments, stuffing options, and what makes a successful, functional pincushion. All that’s needed are beginning hand-sewing skills to stitch up such unique creations as tiny flowerpot and ladybug pincushions made from a bottle-cap base; a beehive complete with honey bee-topped pins; a selection of heirloom pincushions with vintage trim, lace, and buttons; or elegant silk fruit suited to a centerpiece as much as a sewing basket. Still others, like a tropical fish, a pair of cacti, or a crazy striped rooster, can double as plushy toys without the pins. A Selection of the Crafter’s Choice Book Club.
Christmas is a sparkling time--and beads make the season glow even brighter. Everyone crafts at Christmas, and beautiful seed, crystal, felted, and lampwork beads are an easy way to add twinkle and shine to everything: ornaments, centerpieces, handmade gifts, and more. Anyone who can string or glue or stitch can make these contemporary, charming wreaths, holiday cards, one-of-a-kind stockings, and gift bags. Lavish, colorful photographs showcase the projects.
Luxurious linens, lovely old lace, charming chenille and cross-stitch, and timeless textiles: collectors who love beautiful antique fabrics and seamstresses who have classic clothing they'd like to repurpose will find inspiration in these 30 superb designs. There's something for everyone, including an exquisite christening gown adorned with lace, a denim jacket with a vintage fur collar, and a jaunty set of 1950's patterned caf� curtains. A blouse made from an elegant sheer curtain panel even has three variations; one is elegant and sophisticated, another features a cute strawberry print, and a third style showcases latticework from an old nightdress. Layout sketches for every article show clearly how each vintage textile, whether a doily or mid-century tablecloth, has undergone its transformation.
With full colour photographs and simple step-by-step instructions, this book demonstrates the craft of making skirts that express your own unique look and personality.
