Creative Publishing International: 160 books
Quilting Essentials
Handy Guide to All the Basics
Language: English
Release Date: April 15, 2015
Learn how to machine-quilt the easy way—with lots of photos! Are you curious about quilting but don't know a fat quarter from a batt? With this booklet, you can learn all of the basic steps of machine quilting: cutting, piecing, pressing, layering with batting and backing, basting, various methods...
by Paula Guhin, Geri Greenman
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2010
This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all aspects of creative painting. It serves as a reference and technique guide for painting with all types of craft and fine arts paints, including acrylics, oils, tempera, watercolor, and pastels. The organization provides easy access to information...
by Deborah Burger
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2015
Are you looking for the perfect guide to teach your child to crochet? Look no further! Creative Kids Complete Photo Guide to Crochet starts with the absolute basics about stitching, beginning with a discussion about hooks and yarn and how to make simple chains, then gradually introduces skills and...
by Mary Scott Huff
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2015
Are you looking for the perfect guide to teach your child to knit? Look no further! Creative Kids Complete Photo Guide to Knitting starts with the absolute basics about knitting, beginning with a discussion about needles and yarn, how to cast stitches onto the needle, then gradually introduces skills...
Singer New Machine Quilting Essentials
Updated and Revised Edition
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2010
This book is a comprehensive guide to rotary cutting, quick piecing, and machine quilting. Full-color photos accompany step-by-step instructions teaching all the basic techniques of machine quilting. Quilt block designs are taught in groups organized by the shape of pieces used in the blocks: squares,...
Building with Secondhand Stuff
How to Re-Claim, Re-Vamp, Re-Purpose & Re-Use Salvaged & Leftover Building Materials
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2011
Building with Secondhand Stuff takes green remodeling and construction practices to new extremes. From deconstruction methods and salvaging tips to plotting efficient cutting plans and devising creative new uses for everyday items, it is packed with clever ways to obtain low-cost materials (and reduce...
Embellishments for Adventurous Sewing
Master Applique, Decorative Stitching, and Machine Embroidery through Easy Step-by-step Instruction
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2013
This step-by-step technique reference introduces and thoroughly explores several methods of fabric embellishment that can be used to adorn clothes, home décor items, or even quilts. With Embellishments for Adventurous Sewing, you'll delve into various methods of appliqué, learn the nuances of free-motion...
by Linda Wyszynski
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2012
Here is the ultimate reference for all styles of artistic hand stitching! No matter what design style you favor, this book gives you the tools to express yourself with needle and thread. Detailed technique instructions with clear charts and photos teach hundreds of stitches for embellishing clothes,...
Twinkie Chan's Crocheted Abode a la Mode
20 Yummy Crochet Projects for Your Home
Language: English
Release Date: March 15, 2016
Crochet the cutest food-themed home goods you'll ever see with Twinkie Chan's new book of patterns! Crochet designer and craft superstar Twinkie Chan is back with her highly anticipated book Crocheted Abode a la Mode: 20 Yummy Crochet Projects for Your Home. This is the follow-up to Chan's first book,...
by David Fisher
Language: English
Release Date: July 1, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: July 1, 2017
Homemade soaps, scrubs, salves, lotions, and other bath and body products have been popping up all over the places from craft fairs to Etsy and it's no surprise why. Soap making is a fun and creative hobby that you can do right in the comfort of your own kitchen. Want to learn how? Look no further....
Upcycle with Sizzix
Techniques and Ideas for using Sizzix Die-Cutting and Embossing Machines - Creative Ways to Repurpose and Reuse Just about Anything
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2015
With the Sizzix die cutting machines, there are thousands of fun and useful applications. These machines cut shapes from paper or fabric, and they also emboss designs into paper. Uses include: Scrapbook or photo album designs and embellishments Handcrafted greeting cards and decorative envelopes Invitations...
Sewing Knits from Fit to Finish
Proven Methods for Conventional Machine and Serger
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2017
Do you ever look at the price tag on a piece of clothing and think, I could sew that myself? Well, sew do we!
Sewing your own clothes is rewarding and cost-effective, plus it's an enjoyable creative skill to develop. Sewing Knits from Fit to Finish gives you the instruction you need to sew...
The Art of Paper Flowers
Creating Realistic Blossoms from Ordinary Papers
Language: English
Release Date: June 20, 2016
Fill your home with paper flowers! They're easy to make, lovely to look at, and best of all--they'll never wilt! Paper is pretty much the least expensive craft material you'll find. It's also one of the most versatile. With a pile of colored sheets, a pair of scissors, and The Art of Paper Flowers,...
10 Granny Squares 30 Blankets
Color schemes, layouts, and edge finishes for 30 unique looks
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2015
Crochet up to 30 creative blankets that start from just 10 granny squares! The granny square is the perfect foundation for countless projects and is unparalleled for its portability, versatility, and endless variety. Using only 10 granny squares selected from The Granny Square Book and Granny Square...