Arts & Crafts Books for All Ages

Get started with a new craft or learn tips & tricks for all kinds of crafty hobbies.

Updated July 13, 2023
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3D paper crafts for kids : 26 creative projects to make from A-Z
Drew, Helen (Author on handicraft)
Paper Book
Help young children learn and practice the alphabet while having fun with animals and paper crafts! 3D Paper Crafts for Kids is an exciting and easy project guide that carefully illustrates how to create 26 charming animal projects from paper and other household items. Organized in alphabetical...
The knitter's dictionary : knitting know-how from A to Z
Atherley, Kate
Paper Book
From "alt" to "yrn," knitting patterns have a unique language of abbreviations and knitting techniques. The Knitter's Dictionary is your comprehensive resource to understanding the language of knitting in a quick-reference guide that no knitting bag should be without. For beginner and skilled...
The knitter's stitch collection : a creative guide to the 300 knitting stitches you really need to know
Stanfield, Lesley
Paper Book
A fabulous collection of 300 brand new stitches and timeless classics to knit This is a creative guide to the 300 knitting stitches you really need to know, including brand new stitches and timeless classics. An invaluable resource of original stitch patterns, this collection is...
Rock art! : painting and crafting with the humble pebble
Scicluna, Denise
Paper Book
Great uses for rocks: throwing, skipping, kicking...how about painting? Rock painting is one of the oldest forms of artistic expression known to man. The varied surfaces, shapes, and sizes of rocks also make them perfect for crafts. From brooches to bookends, paperweights to place cards, miniature...
Craft your own happy : a collection of 25 creative projects to craft your way to mindfulness
Ford, Becci Mai
Paper Book
Suitable for beginners - you don't need to be a crafting expert to make the projects in this book! Includes easy to follow instructions and free templates. Craft Your Own Happy is a collection of mindful craft projects to make you smile! Perfect for those...
Stitch camp : 18 crafty projects for kids & tweens
Blum, Nicole
Paper Book
In today's thriving maker culture, kids are hungry for hands-on guidance in creating stylish wearables and practical objects, or hacking and customizing existing ones. Authors Nicole Blum and Catherine Newman get them started with complete instructions for mastering six favorite fiber crafts....
Macrame Jewellery : 20 Stylish Modern Projects Using Simple Knots
Strambio, Isabella.
Paper Book
Create 20 stunning, contemporary macramé jewelry pieces and accessories from bestseller Isabella Strambio. Publishers Weekly: "Macramé artist Strambio (Macramé for the Modern Home) shows how to create knotted jewelry in this chic guide... Those eager to try macramé would do...
Super simple pinecone projects : fun and easy crafts inspired by nature
Doudna, Kelly
Paper Book
Super Simple Pinecone Projects is full of fun crafts! Kids will discover how to create animals, flowers, bobbleheads and more with pinecones! All of the projects are super simple and super fun! Each project includes how-to-photos and easy instructions. Nurture a young readers' natural side by...
Pinch your pottery : the art & craft of making pinch pots : 35 beautiful projects to hand-form from clay
Atkin, Jacqui
Paper Book
Learn how to master one of the most ancient yet simple and appealing ceramics techniques. Taught with a modern approach by a master potter, this amazing collection of pinched projects is the perfect place to start your new ceramics hobby or to explore new ways to shape clay as a...
Paracord! : how to make the best bracelets, lanyards, key chains, buckles, and more
Mikkelsen, Todd.
Paper Book
In Paracord!, you'll find step-by-step instructions to take you through every project. Each step is accompanied by a color photo that clearly illustrates the process. Todd Mikkelsen's Paracord! offers a diverse collection of projects that utilize parachute cords-...

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