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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Go with the flow painting : step-by-step techniques for spontaneous effects in watercolor
Win, Ohn Mar
Paper Book
A new, spontaneous approach to watercolor that shows how to paint beautiful loose and expressive florals, fruits and vegetables, animals, travel motifs, and more in vibrant watercolor with touches of pen and ink.
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 30 charming animal projects from paper and other household items....
Beginner's guide to kirigami : 24 skill-building projects using origami & papercrafting skills
Descamps, Ghylenn
Paper Book
An introduction to kirigami, a Japanese art that combines origami and papercutting, work through the 24 intricate designs that are accessible and easy to master for any crafter at any level. With beautiful photography, helpful diagrams, and step-by-step instructions for folding and cutting charming...
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...
Creative lettering for kids : techniques and tips from top artists
Doh, Jenny
Paper Book
Techniques and tips from top artists! Hand lettering is a visually dynamic and accessible way to add textual elements to any type of craft, from journals to mixed-media art. Some of the most accomplished artists present their favorite lettering...
We love to sew : 28 pretty things to make : jewelry, headbands, softies, t-shirts, pillows, bags & more
Wrigley, Annabel
Paper Book
Inspire a child to start sewing with this how-to book We Love To Sew by Annabel Wrigley of the popular Little Pincushion Studio. Featuring a collection of 28 imaginative projects specifically designed for girls 8 & up, your aspiring seamstress will quickly learn a variety of sewing skills and...
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....
Clay lab for kids : 52 projects to make, model, and mold with air-dry, polymer, and homemade clay
Stephens, Cassie
Paper Book
In Clay Lab for Kids focuses on kid-friendly clays - air-dry, home-made, and polymer - that are safe and easy to use at home or in the classroom; no kiln required.
Kicking glass : a creative guide to stained glass craft
Cooper, Neile
Paper Book
Creative and practical, Kicking Glass is a step-by-step guide for those wanting to practice the popular craft of stained glass. From simple suncatchers and boho lamps to exquisite 3D constructions and delicately-poised glass butterflies, experienced artist Neile Cooper...
Watercolour lessons : how to paint and unwind in 20 tutorials
Lefebvre, Emma
Paper Book
A Watercolour How-To Book for the Whimsical Creative "I am brand new to watercolor and this book is exactly what I needed. Highly recommended." --Amazon review #1 Bestseller in Watercolor Painting, Plants & Animals, Mixed Media & Decorating ...
Kawaii resin & clay workshop : crafting super-cute charms, miniatures, figures, & more
Lee, Alex
Paper Book
From Alex Lee of popular YouTube channel and Instagram account PolymomoTea, Kawaii Resin and Clay Workshop presents tutorials for creating adorable jewelry and gifts with resin and polymer clay.
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...
Caticorn crafts : 25 purr-fectly enchanted projects
Allen, Crystal
Paper Book
Get ready for a whole lot of fun with "purr-fectly meowgical" unicorn kitty crafts! What's better than a sweet fluffy kitten? A sweet fluffy kitten with a unicorn horn! From the creator of the website Hello Creative Family comes the ultimate book of caticorn crafts. Projects...
Crochet amigurumi for every occasion : 21 easy projects to celebrate life's happy moments
Tiu, Justine
Paper Book
Crochet 21+ adorable amigurumi patterns created by The Woobles, as seen on Shark Tank! Crochet the Woobles way! Make the most adorable amigurumi including Pippa the Octopus, Sam the Sloth, and Cornelius the Bee-more than 20 patterns in all.  
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...
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 Children is a guide for parents and teachers to organize and execute artistic workshops for children. 12 workshops are featured, each...
Low-mess crafts for kids : 72 projects to create your own magical worlds
Chapman, Debbie
Paper Book
Messy crafts have met their match with these 72 creations that keep out the clutter and mess but pack in the fun and creativity When craft time rolls around, parents usually cringe at the thought of a creativity storm's aftermath. Glue, glitter, globs of paint--it all...

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