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  • - A Craft Date Planner to Meet, Share, and Create
    af Ms. Petra Hoeksema, Ms. Lidy Nooij, Ms. Miriam Catshoek & mfl.
    208,95 kr.

    A Year of Creativity is a book on designing creative craft and DIY experiences for groups of friends. One participant shares a project, the materials, and the instructions, and everyone gathers to make their own versions simultaneously, with each person using their favorite colors and stylings and, in turn, inspiring more creativity all around.

  • af Garret Romaine
    200,95 kr.

    Dig in and learn about the Earth under your feet. Geology Lab for Kids features 52 simple, inexpensive, and fun experiments that explore the Earth's surface, structure, and processes. This family-friendly guide explores the wonders of geology, such as the formation of crystals and fossils, the layers of the Earth's crust, and how water shapes mountains, valleys, and canyons. There is no excuse for boredom with a year's worth of captivating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) activities. In this book, you will learn: How to identify the most common rocks and mineralsHow to maintain and display your rock collectionHow insects are trapped and preserved in amberHow geysers and volcanoes form and eruptHow layers of rock reveal a record of timeHow to pan for gold like a real prospectorGeology is an exciting science that helps us understand the world we live in, and Geology Lab for Kids actively engages readers in simple, creative activities that reveal the larger world at work. The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, bugs, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.

  • af Monica Wiedel-Lubinski
    238,95 kr.

    Nature Play Workshopfor Familiesreveals the benefits of nature connection for young children and describes how caring adults can nurture it through outdoor play in all seasons.

  • af Britt Bunyard
    258,95 kr.

    The Beginner's Guide to Mushroomsis your ultimate guide to mycology. Whether you've never picked a mushroom before in your life or you've been cultivating mushrooms at home for ages, the expert advice in this comprehensive mushroom manual will transform your practice. Never before have mushrooms generated so much interest, for their health benefits and medicinal properties, as well as a new understanding of their crucial role in a healthy environment and ability to regenerate damaged ones. If you are a newcomer, mycology, or the study of mushrooms and other fungi, can seem daunting. While other field guides are geared toward experts with advanced knowledge or regional in scope and aimed at only a few easy-to-recognize mushrooms, The Beginner's Guide to Mushrooms by veteran mycologists Britt A. Bunyard and Tavis Lynch is a complete reference and guidebook to get you started identifying, cultivating, cooking, and preserving mushrooms. The Beginner's Guide to Mushroomsopens with important basics about wild mushrooming and how to use the book. Information about what fungi are and their role in the environment and around the home is provided in brief and very understandable terms. Basic wild mushroom anatomy is discussed along with how to identify mushrooms and various characteristics to look forof great importance if you are interested in learning how to recognize edible wild speciesas well as dangerous look-alikes. The guide then covers: All the major groups of wild mushrooms, pointing out habitat, region, and notable characteristicslarge photographs with easy-to-view characteristics facilitate correct identification. Mushroom cultivationwith easy-to-follow illustrated instructions, learn how to grow mushrooms at home, including how to collect wild specimens and domesticate them. Culinary uses and how to preserve wild mushrooms to be enjoyed in the kitchen all year round. Begin your wonderful exploration of wild mushrooms with this accessible yet thorough beginners guide.

  • - 300 Botanical Embroidery Motifs & Designs to Stitch
    af Applemints
    228,95 kr.

    Plant Lady Embroidery by Applemints is a delightful exploration into the world of embroidery, published by Quarry Books in 2020. This book is a must-have for embroidery enthusiasts and plant lovers alike. The author, Applemints, beautifully combines the art of embroidery with the love for plants in this unique and creative book. The genre of this book is Craft & Hobby Books, specifically focusing on embroidery. The book is filled with various plant-themed embroidery projects that are sure to inspire and motivate you to pick up your embroidery needle. Applemints' expertise and passion for embroidery are evident in the detailed instructions and beautiful illustrations that fill the pages of this book. Whether you are new to embroidery or an experienced embroiderer looking for new projects, Plant Lady Embroidery is an excellent addition to your library. Published by Quarry Books, known for their high-quality craft books, you can be sure that this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in embroidery.

  • af Lisa Steele
    213,95 kr.

    Build a better life for your chickens! Join Lisa Steele, chicken keeper extraordinaire and founder of Fresh Eggs Daily, to learn how to build just about everything you might need for your coop, run, or farmhouse kitchen. Whether you're a DIY novice looking for an easy win or a more experienced builder looking for chicken-specific projects, you've come to the right place! The chapters are packed with a variety of ideas, covering every skill level:The Basics: Lisa will tell you what tools you absolutely need, the ins and outs of pallets, and a few special skills, like how to transfer lettered designs to wood.Quick and Easy Projects: Get started with projects that take minutes or hours, not days! From a decorative cutting board coop sign and paned window coop mirror to more functional projects like a clothespin herb drying rack and dropping board, you're sure to find the right starter project. Handy Projects: Ready to take on a slightly more challenging build? Try the removable coop ladder roost, boot tree stand, feed dolly, chick-sized jungle gym, or chicken-proof herb garden.Pallet Projects: What's better than DIY projects? DIY projects made from free wood! Use pallets in all forms (whole, partial, and boards) for the projects in this chapter. Make a coop tool holder, chick roosting bar, swinging bench, feeding station, coop shutters, compost bin, and so much more.Weekend Projects: More time doesn't necessarily mean frustrating or too difficult. The ambitious, yet easy-to-follow, projects in this chapter include a sliding barn coop door, a-frame integration pen, and a roadside egg stand.No matter what you need for the coop—or what your chickens might want you to build first!—you're sure to have fun as you create a coop and run that's the envy of your neighbor's flock.

  • af Alyssa Jagan
    198,95 kr.

    Take your slime to the next level! In Ultimate Slime Extreme Edition, you'll find 100+ new, awesome, borax-free slime recipes and projects from slime master Alyssa J of @CraftySlimeCreator!Slime Start-Up: Begin with essential ingredients and basic recipes, plus new ways to make slime, slime safety, and troubleshooting tips. Amazing Mix-ins: Add color and character to your slime with fun, all-new ingredients. DIY Ingredients: Create one-of-a-kind slimes with your own special add-ins. All-New Recipes: Find advanced recipes like the astounding Color-Changing Slime, supercute Kawaii Slime, and crispy-crunchy Pom-Pom Slime, and get guidance on how to make epic clay and fake snow slimes like Bread Slime, Cloud Creme, and Icee Slime, and more! Hybrid Slimes: Create amazing mashups with surprising, oddly satisfying textures. Slime Play: Discover cool new ways to play with your slime, including how to make squishies and sculptures! Make the coolest slime ever with Ultimate Slime Extreme Edition!

  • af Editors of Quarry Books
    178,95 kr.

    Sewing 101, now in paperback, is a complete entry-level sewing course taught through 20 step-by-step projects for garments and home decor. Have you always wanted to try sewing but aren't sure where to begin? Sewing 101 teaches you everything you need to know for successful machine sewing. Sewing Basics gives you a firm foundation for learning to sew, offering essential guidance for your sewing machine, fabrics, patterns, and supplies.The Projects are arranged progressively, from simple garments like T-shirts, skirts, and aprons, to more challenging home decor items such as a blankets, tablecloths, and Roman shades. Each project introduces and explores new sewing skills in depth. Variations will inspire you to create your own designs.Beginners will also find the accompanying online videos that present the techniques in action an invaluable resource. Written specifically for beginners, the books in the 101 series are complete illustrated guides to the basics of a craft that present projects supported with full-color, step-by-step instructions and photos to teach essential techniques.

  • af Ruth Lane
    208,95 kr.

    In First Time Felting, felting and fiber expert Ruth Lane teaches a class for absolute beginners on three classic methods of felting. Start by learning about the various types of wool fibers used for felting, preparing them for the process, and simple methods for dyeing. Next, discover the basic supplies and techniques for wet felting, nuno felting, and needle felting. You'll use those essential skills to make fun, easy projectsartworks, embellished fashions, three-dimensional figures, and moreskills you'll turn to again and again to create your own original pieces!

  • - Contemporary Paper Techniques & Projects for Captivating Quilled Designs
    af Erin Perkins Curet
    202,95 kr.

    Create an infinite number of amazing quilling projects-including jewelry, artwork, and household items-with The Art of Modern Quilling.

  • af Shelly Kim
    258,95 kr.

    Lettering enthusiasts of all levels will love learning easy ways to develop and adapt hand lettering skills and techniques to a variety of digital platforms in Digital Hand Lettering and Modern Calligraphy. Popular Instagram lettering artist and workshop instructor Shelly Kim (@lettersbyshells) offers lettering enthusiasts at all levels step-by-step instruction, along with ample photos and lettering examples. Start with lettering essentials that show how to create different styles of brush lettering with the right tools, how to connect letters to form words, form flourishes, and more. Then turn that unique calligraphy into lettering that you can use over and over again, just by digitizing it. Discover several options for creating digital lettering, each one clearly outlined and explained. Become familiar with tools and techniques that make the process fast and enjoyable. See how far you can take your digital lettering with fun projects for creating cards, name tags, adding foiling and more. In this book you'll learn how to: Produce loose, bouncy lettering that adds style to any projectDesign meaningful quotes by learning a quick trick for great compositionsCreate digital files that give you numerous options for adding color and changing the shapes and sizes of lettersMake a custom digital lettering brush that you can use for unique calligraphyLetter on a tablet and learn the basics of Procreate and Apple PencilUse your lettering for great projects that incorporate digital and hands-on techniquesGet inspiration from stunning gallery pieces by Karin Newport of @ipadlettering and Myriam of @halfapx Digital Hand Lettering and Modern Calligraphy will guide you to the future of lettering!

  • - Step-by-Step Drawing for Characters and Personality *For Artists, Cartoonists, and Doodlers*
    af Heegyum Kim
    208,95 kr.

    Draw 62 Magical Creatures and Make Them Cute features visual prompts and inspiration for drawing a wide variety of unique fanciful characters, with room to create right on the page!

  • af Editors of Creative Publishing international
    238,95 kr.

    Written with the absolute beginner in mind, Quilting 101 teaches all the basics for machine quiltingwith step-by-step instructions and photographs. Quilting 101will teach you quilting skillsthrough engaging projects, beginning with easy designsfor early success and moving on to progressively more difficult patterns as you master the techniques. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The most comprehensive beginner's book available, Quilting 101begins with anintroductory section covering all the basics of quilting:choosing fabric, quick cutting techniques, sewing seams, completing a quilt top, layering and basting, and both hand and machine quilting methods. The accompanying online videos include a how-to guide illustrating quilting basics, demonstrating all projects. All the information you need to get started with quilting is contained in this captivating guide.

  • af Carri Hammett
    178,95 kr.

    Written with the absolute beginner in mind, Knitting 101 teaches all the basics for learning to knit with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Knitting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of knittingselecting yarn, needle types and sizes, other tools and accessories, knitting gauge, casting on, forming stitches, reading patternsmaking this the most comprehensive beginners book available. The accompanying online videos include a how-to guide illustrating all the knitting techniques presented in the book. The videos are very useful for those who learn better by seeing a step in action as opposed to still photographs.

  • af Deborah Burger
    198,95 kr.

    Written with the absolute beginner in mind, this engaging book teaches all the basics for learning to crochet with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Crocheting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of crochet-selecting yarn, hook types and sizes, other tools and accessories, crochet gauge, chaining, forming the basic stitches, reading patterns-making this the most comprehensive beginner's book available. The online video tutorials created to supplement this book are an additional learning tool demonstrating the essential techniques used in crochet.

  • - A Weekly Planner--With Recipe Ideas, Healthy Hacks, and 300+ Stickers
    af Maria Marlowe
    208,95 kr.

    Journey toward healthier living with Be Healthy Every Day, a weekly planner that helps you achieve your goals of eating better with guidance from nutritional health coach and real food evangelist Maria Marlowe.

  • af Eric H. Chudler
    268,95 kr.

    Brain Lab for Kids offers 52 family-friendly activities, science experiments, and models to help you understand how the brain accomplishes all that it does. Riding a bicycle, learning a new language, catching a ball, reading a book: these activities and everything else we see, hear, feel, and do are made possible by the soft, whitish-pink substance inside our heads called the brain. These hands-on projects will give you a new appreciation for your brain and the many amazing things it does for you. Have fun learning:how cerebrospinal fluid works by dropping eggs held in containers, with and without water.about touch receptors by making a touch maze with glue and cardboard.how people filter out unneeded sound by conducting a listening experiment.how vision interacts with taste and smell by tasting colored drinks. The labs are organized by unit themes: The Neuron, The Brain, Reflexes, Taste, Smell, Vision, Touch, Hearing, Sleep and Body Rhythms, and Memory. The "What's Going On" section for each lab explains the science behind the fun. ';Brain Facts' are interesting, and perhaps surprising, bits of trivia related to each lab. Finally, ';Thinking Deeper' has suggestions for taking the lab further. The expanding field of brain science, also called neuroscience, offers the opportunity for all of us to learn about ourselves and others, and how we can better communicate, motivate, inspire, and just plain collaborate together. The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.

  • af Aliza Green
    263,95 kr.

    The masters in The Butcher's Apprentice teach you all the old-world, classic meat-cutting skills you need to prepare fresh cuts at home. Through extensive, diverse profiles and cutting lessons, butchers, food advocates, meat-loving chefs, and more share their expertise. Inside, you'll find hundreds of full-color, detailed step-by-step photographs of cutting beef, pork, poultry, game, goat, organs, and more, as well as tips and techniques on using the whole beast for true nose-to-tail eating. Whether you're a casual cook or a devoted gourmand, you'll learn even more ways to buy, prepare, serve, and savor all types of artisan meat cuts with this skillful guide.

  • af Andy Schneider
    208,95 kr.

    Looking to get started keeping backyard poultry? Let thedown-to-earth, common-sense advice in The Chicken Whisperer's Guide to Keeping Chickens, Expanded & Revised be your guide. Since The Chicken Whisperer's Guide to Keeping Chickens was first published in 2011, tens of thousands of people have discovered the joys and benefits of a backyard flock. Now Andy Schneider is back with The Chicken Whisperer's Guide to Keeping Chickens, Expanded & Revised. Keeping backyard chickens is a fun, simple way to to reconnect with the earth, the community, and your food sourcesand you can do it, even with limited space in your backyard. Let the Chicken Whisperer (poultry personality Andy Schneider) teach you everything he knows and everything you need to know about raising a backyard flock! Ditch the super-technical manuals and enjoy Andy's unique,common-sense perspective in The Chicken Whisperer's Guide to Keeping Chickens, Expanded & Revised. This fun, comprehensive guide is a perfect fit for your busy lifestyle. Inside, you'll learn: The benefits of a backyard chicken flock The art of incubation Living withbrooding hens Setting up coops andruns Proper poultrynutrition Understanding your chickens' healthand wellness And that's just for a start, so why not start your flock today?

  • af Gecko Keck
    238,95 kr.

    How to Draw with a Ballpoint Penis a beginners guide for newand aspiring artists! Learn to create art withonly a ballpoint pen and your imagination. Draw your day, design something fabulous, create a clever sketchbook, practice cartooning - the options are endless. This beginners guide helps artists and aspiring artists of all levels learn art techinques using only a ballpoint pen and their imaginations. Youll soon be mastering shading, perspective, patchwork, spirals, ornaments, animals, portraits, logos, pictograms, fantasy, abstraction, and much more.Step-by-step pictures, instructions, and inspiration will show you all that you can accomplish with this versatile drawing tool. You can even draw on various materials and objects, but the book includes 16 blank pages to instantly get you started.

  • af Ai Akikusa
    188,95 kr.

    Don't be left at the window, bring your feathered friends inside and onto the page with these step-by-step lessons!

  • af Heather Powers
    258,95 kr.

    Fill the year ahead with handcrafted beads that you can make yourself by following tutorials from Bead-Making Lab! Imagine a year in beads. We're talking 52 handmade varieties all handcrafted by you! Bead-Making Lab makes this bounty of bead making possible with instructions for bead designs that run the gamut from sophisticated to playful. Bead-Making Lab is organized by material, and single-spread lab tutorials for each bead design make the book simple to use. The tutorials are brief, accomplishable, and rewarding. Choose from traditional materials like paper mache and polymer clay, or opt for new materials such as resins and shrink plastic. Once you've selected your medium, follow the lab instructions for the bead-making technique of your choice. Try a new technique each week! With how-tos including molding, carving, painting, gluing, drilling beach glass and pebbles, and creating fiber-art beads with felting and embroidery, you'll have a year of unique projects ahead of you. Bead-Making Lab also offers ideas on how to turn your beads into jewelry and gives you a sneak peek at some contemporary bead artisans' best work. Get busy beading, crafters!

  • - 25 Paper Projects to Fold, Sew, Paste, Pop, and Draw
    af Esther K. Smith
    263,95 kr.

    With 25 fun projects to share with your kids, learn the techniques to decorate and craft paper into completed books, complete with bindings!

  • af Leah Brooks
    263,95 kr.

    Get ready to measure, mix, and decorate! Baking with Kids is just the book you need to help teach children to bake. Show your children how to safely use basic equipment in the kitchen and explain all about the important ingredients theyll need to make the most delicious baked goods. Recipes include muffins, scones, breads, pretzels, crackers, pizza dough, pie crust, cake, cookies, cupcakes, and more! Celebrated chef and instructor, Leah Brooks creates activities with simple step-by-step photo illustrations that will guide kids through each recipe and inspire creativity throughout. Put on your aprons--its time to get baking!

  • af Jason Hanley
    263,95 kr.

    Finally! A hip, fun and culturally relevant series of music appreciation books, perfect for modern music-loving families who want to take advantage of this era of exploding musical access! Get a personal guided tour through an amazing historical back-catalog of music that was previously unavailable. We Rock!: A Fun Family Guide for Exploring Rock Music History is a guided tour through thrilling corners of the musical universe that should not be missed! This book highlights great songs in rock history, shares insights and stories on the artists, details the social and historical influences at play, and offers fun activities for families to do together. Detailed listening guides help music fans understand song structure, lyrics, and instrumentation. Related listening lists introduce readers to other exciting artists in similar genres. Set into 52 "e;music labs,"e; these stories can be explored at will by individuals and families or used as a curriculum for community groups and educators. There really are no other books out there like this - that are music appreciation books for a general audience that focus on popular music - so pick up yours today and you will have your whole family singing along with We Rock.

  • - The Art of Dimensional, Moving Paper Designs
    af Helen Hiebert
    273,95 kr.

    Featuring a high-end gallery of artists, whose beautiful work will inspire you to make your own amazing paper art, Playing with Pop-Ups will teach you to create interactive pieces that everyone will enjoy.

  • - Beginning Mig Welding and Metal Fabrication Basics - Includes Techniques You Can Use for Home and Automotive Repair, Metal Fabrication Projects, Sculpture, and More
    af Stephen Blake Christena
    200,95 kr.

    Master MIG welding and the metal fabrication techniques you need to repair, create, and duplicate projects in your home welding studio.

  • af Ai Akikusa
    188,95 kr.

    Drawing Cute Animals in Colored Pencil offers simple step-by-step drawing instructions that help you to learn how to draw your favorite animals.

  • af Renata Brown
    283,95 kr.

    A refreshing source of ideas to help your children learn to grow their own patch of earth, Gardening Lab for Kids encourages children to get outside and enjoy nature. This fun and creative book features 52 plant-related activities set into weekly lessons, beginning with learning to read maps to find your heat zone, moving through seeds, soil, composting, and then creating garden art and appreciating your natural surroundings. Author Renata Fossen Brown guides your family through fun activities that are also lessonsabout botany, ecology, the seasons, food, patience, insects, eating, and cooking. Have fun exploring:pollinators by making a pollinator palace out of bricks, sticks, twigs, bamboo, and pegboard.the basic elements of soilsand, silt, and clayby testing how well your soil drains with just a shovel, water, ruler, and timer.color theory by creating a table top color wheel from different colored annuals.native birdsby making a bird feeder from an old picture frame and piece of screen.GardeningLab for Kids is the perfect book for creative families, friends, and community groups and works as lesson plans for both experienced and new gardeners. Children of all ages and experience levels can be guided by adults and will enjoy these engaging exercises. So, slip on your muddy clothes, and get out and grow! The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circusall authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.

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