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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Art lab for kids : 52 creative adventures in drawing, painting, printmaking, paper, and mixed media-for budding artists of all ages
Schwake, Susan.
Paper Book
A refreshing source of ideas for creating fine art with children, Art Lab for Kids encourages the artist's own voice, marks, and style.
Kawaii crochet : 40 super cute crochet patterns for adorable amigurumi
Bradley, Melissa
Ebook
Learn to crochet forty charming stuffed dolls that will warm your heart and bring a smile to your face.Hook up a rainbow kawaii goodness with this super-cute collection of forty amigurumi patterns from modern crochet designer Yarn Blossom Boutique. From three adorable peas in a pod, to a...
3D quilling : how to make 20 decorative flowers, fruit, and more from curled paper strips
Sahni, Vaishali Rastogi
Paper Book
Quilling--the art of creating eye-catching designs with curled strips of paper--is experiencing a revival. Simple, inexpensive supplies are all you need to get started making beautiful, free-standing sculptural flowers, animals, fruit, and more with quilled paper. The basic technique is easy to...
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 paper crafts! 3D Paper Crafts for Kids is an exciting and easy project guide that carefully illustrates how to create 26 charming projects from paper and other household items. Organized in alphabetical order, have...
The ultimate fluid pouring & painting project book : inspiration and techniques for using alcohol inks, acrylics, resin, and more; create colorful paintings, resin coasters, agate slices, vases, vessels & more
Monteith, Jane
Ebook
Discover and master theses fun, creative, and colorful methods with ten projects, including paintings, vases, mugs, cheeseboards, and more.Fluid pouring and painting can result in beautiful, organic, and abstract designs that can be captured on special papers, canvas and board substrates...
How to crochet : learn the basic stitches and techniques
Delaney, Sara.
Paper Book
Get hooked on crochet and bring handcrafted charm to your home and wardrobe. Sara Delaney provides easy-to-follow illustrated instructions for joining, fastening off, selecting color schemes, and much more. Learn how to read crochet patterns and work a basic chain with single or double...
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 complete photo guide to hand lettering & calligraphy : the essential reference for novice and expert letterers and calligraphers
Sy, Abbey
Ebook
Collage your life : techniques, prompts, and inspiration for creative self-expression and visual storytelling
Mowinski, Melanie
Ebook
Requiring minimal equipment--just scissors, glue, paper, and pens--collage is an accessible craft that offers limitless creative possibilities. Like meditation or journaling, making collage can be an avenue for self-reflection and artistic exploration. In Collage Your Life, artist and...
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...
Creative alcohol inks : a step-by-step guide to achieving amazing effects
Mahlberg, Ashley
Ebook
Macram©? plant hangers : creative knotted crafts for your stylish home
Borja, Chrysteen
Ebook
Adorn your cozy interiors with hand-woven knotted art and hanging plants. Are you a DIY home decorator, plant lover, or flower lover? We got you! Macramé plant hangers are the perfect little touch to accent your cozy, designer home. Macramé--the art of knotting made...
How to draw cute kawaii : in simple steps
Li, Yishan
Paper Book
Learn how to draw over 100 amazingly cute kawaii characters in just 8 easy steps--all from scratch! Anything can be drawn in the kawaii style, and Yishan Li is here to show you how in just a few simple steps. Choose from over 100 super-cute kawaii projects, including...
Art workshops for children
Tullet, Herv©?
Paper Book
A guide to twelve children's art workshops by one of the world's most innovative facilitators and best-selling bookmakers. Art Workshops for Childrenis a guide for parents and teachers to organize and execute artistic workshops for children. 12 workshops are featured, each offering a list...
Creative watercolor : a step-by-step guide for beginners
Calderon, Ana Victoria
Ebook
A fun, modern, and practical approach with instructions on how to paint simple motifs, create elegant lettering, and embellish projects beautifully.Popular watercolor artist and workshop instructor Ana Victoria Calderón shares her step-by-step techniques for painting modern designs in...
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-...
Knot Bad Amigurumi : Learn Crochet Stitches and Techniques to Create Cute Creatures with 25 Easy Patterns
Green-Hite, Vincent.
Ebook

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