Crafts and Decorative arts

Too hip to be square. Shape up with this mind-blowing set that--quite honestly--we didn’t even know was possible until our editors discovered the exquisite artwork of Heinz Strobl’s Snapology Project. Inspired by his work, our designers have created Geometric Origami, a new, sophisticated origami kit for advanced origami artists. Create 15 paper projects using the specially designed s

What is zero waste living? Although the practice has been around for generations out of necessity, it is making a comeback as concerns grow about the fate of our environment. To put it simply: it is attempting to send no waste to landfills. Although you may have read or heard about “zero waste,” “sustainable,” or “green” living, the concept can sometimes seem too complicated, the author's tone a b

Learn how to draw cats in all their adorableness with step-by-step tutorials in this mini edition of Kawaii Kitties.

For this landmark 25th book in his highly successful patchwork and quilt series, Kaffe Fassett has chosen the southern coast of England as the inspiration for his new collection of quilts. Beachgoers have long enjoyed the rocky shores near Hastings in East Sussex for their wild beauty and classic architecture. Featuring several miles of coastline, this seaside community has its roots in the fishin

Offering an illustrated exploration of the origins and history of amulets, lucky charms, talismans, and mascots, including photos of unique and original artifacts from his extensive collection, Nigel Pennick examines these objects from a magical perspective, from ancient Egypt to the present. He looks at the age-old spiritual principles, folklore, and esoteric traditions behind their creation as w

"Paper Pups" is a book that comes alive. With 20unique dog designs, each Paper Pupis pre-cut, scored, and perforatedso you can simply punch them out of the page, fold them up with easy-to followinstructions, and they become adorable, iconic 3D objects to love and enjoy.

Unleash your creativity with 50 versatile stitches in a stylish on-the-go card deck. Perfect for on-the-go embroidery and the ideal gift for embroidery fans of all levels. The perfect tool to help you select and create 50 useful embroidery stitches, this innovative card deck of inspiring designs can be easily slipped into your bag for on-the-go stitching. The sturdy box contains a 16-page book

Create your own graphic novel and comic book characters with this practical and inspiring guide, with step-by-step exercises and practice pages. In this stylishly packaged, full-color book you'll find everything you need bring your stories to life, from creating characters, to making a storyboard and coloring in with inks.

Develop your drawing skills with this comprehensive 600+ page book, perfect for beginners and experts alike. The Ultimate Guide to Drawing is perfect for aspiring artists or those looking to improve their technique, containing an array of useful exercises and step-by-step projects to follow. Internationally bestselling practical art author Barrington Barber works through the key areas of draw