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The Simple Cattail Doll

by Mors Kochanski ...

The Simple Cattail DollThis nature-handicraft booklet provides the basic details and directions for crafting dolls from the commonly available cattail plant. To do true justice to this topic one needs a fairly large book. This should be considered an indispensible booklet especially working with children. This is a traditional folk craft and handicraft derived from the Ojibway native culture ... Read more

£1.79

The Simple Cattail DollThis nature-handicraft booklet provides the basic details and directions for crafting dolls from the commonly available cattail plant. To do true justice to this topic one needs a fairly large book. This should be considered an indispensible booklet especially working with children. This is a traditional folk craft and handicraft derived from the Ojibway native culture
... Read more
Best Tips And Tricks For Soap Making

Time Honored Soap Making Techniques

by Sandy Chase ...

It’s interesting to note that there have been many healthy human populations throughout our history, even long before the advent of antibacterial soap. In fact, the collective fascination with adding chemical ingredients to bar and liquid soaps in order to help fight infections only began in recent decades. Since then, much evidence has emerged to suggest that antibacterial soaps don’t clean us ... Read more

£2.05

It’s interesting to note that there have been many healthy human populations throughout our history, even long before the advent of antibacterial soap. In fact, the collective fascination with adding chemical ingredients to bar and liquid soaps in order to help fight infections only began in recent decades. Since then, much evidence has emerged to suggest that antibacterial soaps don’t clean us
... Read more
Baking Soda 101: The Incredible Effects of Baking Soda on Your House, Beauty and Health

DIY Hacks

by Alice Clay ...

Series series DIY Hacks
Baking Soda 101The Incredible Effects of Baking Soda on Your House, Beauty and HealthIf there is one single product that can help you in almost all your daily activities, baking soda is the one. Could you believe that with a single box of baking soda you have a natural exfoliating cream for your face, an efficient substance to remove all the grease in your kitchen, a sunburn remedy and so many ... Read more

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Baking Soda 101The Incredible Effects of Baking Soda on Your House, Beauty and HealthIf there is one single product that can help you in almost all your daily activities, baking soda is the one. Could you believe that with a single box of baking soda you have a natural exfoliating cream for your face, an efficient substance to remove all the grease in your kitchen, a sunburn remedy and so many
... Read more
Dualso Basketry

by Anon. ...

“Dualso” basketry is the name given to the type of basketry worked on “Dualso” bases, a trademark of “Atlas Handicrafts”. With simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful photographs, this novice-friendly handbook will teach the reader how to make lampshades, bowls, baskets, and more using this method. Highly recommended for lovers of handicraft and money-saving DIY ideas. Contents: “How to Use” ... Read more

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“Dualso” basketry is the name given to the type of basketry worked on “Dualso” bases, a trademark of “Atlas Handicrafts”. With simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful photographs, this novice-friendly handbook will teach the reader how to make lampshades, bowls, baskets, and more using this method. Highly recommended for lovers of handicraft and money-saving DIY ideas. Contents: “How to Use”
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L'Odyssée de la basket. Comment les sneakers ont marché sur le monde

by Pierre Demoux ...

Baskets, sneakers, tennis, ou même pompes... Peu importe le nom qu'on leur donne, ces chaussures ont colonisé nos placards en l'espace de quelques décennies. Riches et pauvres, hommes et femmes, jeunes et vieux, la communauté des convertis grandit à vue d'oeil et s'affranchit de toutes les barrières sociales. A l'origine conçues pour pratiquer une activité sportive, elles se portent désormais en ... Read more

£10.99

Baskets, sneakers, tennis, ou même pompes... Peu importe le nom qu'on leur donne, ces chaussures ont colonisé nos placards en l'espace de quelques décennies. Riches et pauvres, hommes et femmes, jeunes et vieux, la communauté des convertis grandit à vue d'oeil et s'affranchit de toutes les barrières sociales. A l'origine conçues pour pratiquer une activité sportive, elles se portent désormais en
... Read more
The history of geishas in Japan

An excursion through Japan's cultural history

by Hermann Candahashi ...

Delve into the rich and mysterious history of geishas with our latest book: "The History of Geishas in Japan - A Excursion through Japan's Cultural History". This book offers an in-depth and comprehensive look into the world of geishas and highlights their significant role in Japanese culture and history. Why you should read this book: Learn all about the origins of geishas, ??their development ... Read more

£4.49

Delve into the rich and mysterious history of geishas with our latest book: "The History of Geishas in Japan - A Excursion through Japan's Cultural History". This book offers an in-depth and comprehensive look into the world of geishas and highlights their significant role in Japanese culture and history. Why you should read this book: Learn all about the origins of geishas, ??their development
... Read more
HOW TO MAKE BASKET

Simplified Guide For Beginners On Basket Weaving From Scratch, The Techniques, Patterns And Procedures To Troubleshooting Common Mistakes

by Charles Elsie ...

Welcome to the world of artisanal basket weaving, where creativity knows no bounds, and your imagination takes center stage. " HOW TO MAKE BASKET" is your definitive roadmap to becoming a masterful basket weaver, and if you're reading this, you're in the right place for an extraordinary journey.Why You Need This Book:In " HOW TO MAKE BASKET," you'll embark on a captivating adventure filled with ... Read more

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Welcome to the world of artisanal basket weaving, where creativity knows no bounds, and your imagination takes center stage. " HOW TO MAKE BASKET" is your definitive roadmap to becoming a masterful basket weaver, and if you're reading this, you're in the right place for an extraordinary journey.Why You Need This Book:In " HOW TO MAKE BASKET," you'll embark on a captivating adventure filled with
... Read more
Upcycling DIY Projects: 45 Crafting Ideas for Gifting, Decorating, and Fashion

DIY Projects

by Pamela Ward ...

Series series DIY Projects
There are plenty of benefits to upcycling, but perhaps the most exciting is the endless possibilities that upcycling offers to crafters! Whether you are simply looking for a new hobby or a way to reduce your impact on the planet, upcycling might just be for you!"Upcycling DIY Projects: 45 Crafting Ideas for Gifting, Decorating and Fashion” takes a look at just what upcycling is and what it means ... Read more

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There are plenty of benefits to upcycling, but perhaps the most exciting is the endless possibilities that upcycling offers to crafters! Whether you are simply looking for a new hobby or a way to reduce your impact on the planet, upcycling might just be for you!"Upcycling DIY Projects: 45 Crafting Ideas for Gifting, Decorating and Fashion” takes a look at just what upcycling is and what it means
... Read more
DIY Beauty Products: Natural Homemade Recipes for Beautiful Skin, Body and Hair

Organic Body Care

by Carrie Bishop ...

Series series Organic Body Care
Did you know that Apple Cider Vinegar can serve as a facial toner? Or that good old baking soda can clear up blackheads? Honey tastes great on a piece of toast, but did you know that honey is a great antiseptic that can be incorporated in a facial mask?Knowing all of this makes it possible to prepare most of your beauty products at home. Without you being aware of it, your pantry has all the basic ... Read more

£4.01 or Free with Kobo Plus

Did you know that Apple Cider Vinegar can serve as a facial toner? Or that good old baking soda can clear up blackheads? Honey tastes great on a piece of toast, but did you know that honey is a great antiseptic that can be incorporated in a facial mask?Knowing all of this makes it possible to prepare most of your beauty products at home. Without you being aware of it, your pantry has all the basic
... Read more
Basket-Weaving Crafts

22 Step-by-Step Basket Making Projects

by Virve Boesch ...

If you've ever wanted to create full baskets but felt it was too intimidating, Basket-Weaving Crafts is the must-have beginner's guide to basketry! Featuring 22 contemporary projects, step-by-step instructions and illustrations, and high-quality photography, this book is the gateway to creating modern masterpieces. An introduction explains all the materials and basic techniques in easy-to ... Read more

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If you've ever wanted to create full baskets but felt it was too intimidating, Basket-Weaving Crafts is the must-have beginner's guide to basketry! Featuring 22 contemporary projects, step-by-step instructions and illustrations, and high-quality photography, this book is the gateway to creating modern masterpieces. An introduction explains all the materials and basic techniques in easy-to
... Read more
Basket Essentials: Rib Basket Weaving

Techniques and Projects for DIY Woven Reed Baskets

by Lora S. Irish ...

Go beyond just following the steps and learn the methods to traditional basket weaving, from measuring and adding spokes and forming God's Eye knots to weaving twill and twining patterns. With step-by-step instructions and photography for 3 rib basket projects, followed by 12 additional designs to accomplish independently, you'll acquire all the proper techniques you need to become a successful ... Read more

£7.39 or Free with Kobo Plus

Go beyond just following the steps and learn the methods to traditional basket weaving, from measuring and adding spokes and forming God's Eye knots to weaving twill and twining patterns. With step-by-step instructions and photography for 3 rib basket projects, followed by 12 additional designs to accomplish independently, you'll acquire all the proper techniques you need to become a successful
... Read more
The Basket Book

Over 30 Magnificent Baskets to Make and Enjoy

by Lyn Siler, Carolyn Kemp ...

Try your hand at one of the world's most ancient crafts!Basketmaking has been an artisanal staple across cultural and national boundaries for hundreds of years. Now you can make your own beautiful and functional baskets thanks to Lyn Siler's elegant designs and clear, engaging instructions. This magnificent collection of over 30 baskets to make draws on lengthy global basketmaking traditions and ... Read more

£6.47

Try your hand at one of the world's most ancient crafts!Basketmaking has been an artisanal staple across cultural and national boundaries for hundreds of years. Now you can make your own beautiful and functional baskets thanks to Lyn Siler's elegant designs and clear, engaging instructions. This magnificent collection of over 30 baskets to make draws on lengthy global basketmaking traditions and
... Read more
Easy Baskets and Shopping Bag Crochet Patterns

by Sayjai Thawornsupacharoen ...

Crochet patterns to create your own baskets and bags.The baskets are easy and quick to make. You can make the basket smaller or bigger by using different yarn and hook, without changing the pattern. You can also make the basket higher or shorter by repeating the body rounds or make less body rounds than the original patterns. The high basket can be used as handbag or shopping bag too.Sizes:The big ... Read more

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Crochet patterns to create your own baskets and bags.The baskets are easy and quick to make. You can make the basket smaller or bigger by using different yarn and hook, without changing the pattern. You can also make the basket higher or shorter by repeating the body rounds or make less body rounds than the original patterns. The high basket can be used as handbag or shopping bag too.Sizes:The big
... Read more
Mother's Day Gift Ideas and Guide

by Jessica Lindsey ...

How many of you can say that at some time had to have someone remind you that it is Mothers Day? It is a forgivable offence to forget a birthday or maybe an anniversary, but not so forgivable to forget Mothers Day.Come on girls and boys this woman gave birth to you, she is your protector, your nurse, the best friend you will ever have and a whole lot more, and yet you forget. I bet, and being a ... Read more

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How many of you can say that at some time had to have someone remind you that it is Mothers Day? It is a forgivable offence to forget a birthday or maybe an anniversary, but not so forgivable to forget Mothers Day.Come on girls and boys this woman gave birth to you, she is your protector, your nurse, the best friend you will ever have and a whole lot more, and yet you forget. I bet, and being a
... Read more
Willow Basketry and Sculpture

by Jo Hammond ...

Willow weaving is an exciting and rewarding craft for anyone who wants to reconnect with the natural world. This essential book gives all the information and tuition needed to get started and includes projects on sculpture, basketry and folk-art decorations. Thirteen projects are set out in clear and detailed stages, ranging from practical baskets to planters, lifelike scultpures and wreaths. ... Read more

£5.21

Willow weaving is an exciting and rewarding craft for anyone who wants to reconnect with the natural world. This essential book gives all the information and tuition needed to get started and includes projects on sculpture, basketry and folk-art decorations. Thirteen projects are set out in clear and detailed stages, ranging from practical baskets to planters, lifelike scultpures and wreaths.
... Read more
Louisiana Coushatta Basket Makers

Traditional Knowledge, Resourcefulness, and Artistry as a Means of Survival

by Linda Langley, Denise E. Bates, Heather Williams, Raynelle Thompson Fontenot ...

Louisiana Coushatta Basket Makers brings together oral histories, tribal records, archival materials, and archaeological evidence to explore the fascinating history of the Coushatta Tribe’s famed basket weavers. After settling at their present location near the town of Elton, Louisiana, in the 1880s, the Coushatta (Koasati) tribe developed a basket industry that bolstered the local tribal economy ... Read more

£12.32

Louisiana Coushatta Basket Makers brings together oral histories, tribal records, archival materials, and archaeological evidence to explore the fascinating history of the Coushatta Tribe’s famed basket weavers. After settling at their present location near the town of Elton, Louisiana, in the 1880s, the Coushatta (Koasati) tribe developed a basket industry that bolstered the local tribal economy
... Read more
Oficios Artísticos. Cestería

Las técnicas de la cestería explicadas paso a paso

by Caterina Hernàndez, Eva Pascual ...

Series series Oficios Artísticos
Este libro constituye una introducción práctica a la cestería. A partir de fotografías y textos claros y elocuentes se explica cómo se encuentran y preparan algunos materiales, se detallan diversas técnicas de elaboración de piezas con distintos materiales y se presentan algunos cesteros realizando varias piezas, paso a paso, para que cualquiera pueda seguir estos pasos y reproducir las piezas, ... Read more

£13.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

Este libro constituye una introducción práctica a la cestería. A partir de fotografías y textos claros y elocuentes se explica cómo se encuentran y preparan algunos materiales, se detallan diversas técnicas de elaboración de piezas con distintos materiales y se presentan algunos cesteros realizando varias piezas, paso a paso, para que cualquiera pueda seguir estos pasos y reproducir las piezas,
... Read more
Beginner’s Guide to Origami: From Basic Folds to Beautiful Paper Creations

by Business Success Shop ...

Unleash your creativity and master the ancient art of paper folding with Beginner's Guide to Origami: From Basic Folds to Beautiful Paper Creations. Perfect for beginners and anyone fascinated by the magic of transforming a simple sheet of paper into intricate designs, this comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step through the fundamentals of origami.Learn the essential folds, techniques, and ... Read more

£5.49 or Free with Kobo Plus

Unleash your creativity and master the ancient art of paper folding with Beginner's Guide to Origami: From Basic Folds to Beautiful Paper Creations. Perfect for beginners and anyone fascinated by the magic of transforming a simple sheet of paper into intricate designs, this comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step through the fundamentals of origami.Learn the essential folds, techniques, and
... Read more
The Mad Weave Book

An Ancient Form of Triaxial Basket Weaving

by Shereen LaPlantz ...

Series series Dover Crafts: Weaving & Dyeing
Most basket weaves are created on two axes but the triaxial method — also known as mad weaving — is formed on three axes for a strong and distinctive fabric that lends itself well to color patterns. Mad weaving has been practiced around the world for generations, from Asia to South America, but there are only a handful of instructional books on the subject. This detailed, easy-to-follow guide ... Read more

£7.19

Most basket weaves are created on two axes but the triaxial method — also known as mad weaving — is formed on three axes for a strong and distinctive fabric that lends itself well to color patterns. Mad weaving has been practiced around the world for generations, from Asia to South America, but there are only a handful of instructional books on the subject. This detailed, easy-to-follow guide
... Read more
It's a Wrap

Sewing Fabric Purses, Baskets, and Bowls

by Susan Breier ...

Wind, wrap, and sew fabric strips into fantastic containers! Start with a plate shape to learn the technique. Then experiment with four basic container styles to create round, oval, square, and other shapes.Create purses, baskets, and bowls in an endless variety of sizes, shapes, and colorsSimply wrap fabric strips around cotton clothesline, coil into the desired shape, and secure with machine ... Read more

£13.93

Wind, wrap, and sew fabric strips into fantastic containers! Start with a plate shape to learn the technique. Then experiment with four basic container styles to create round, oval, square, and other shapes.Create purses, baskets, and bowls in an endless variety of sizes, shapes, and colorsSimply wrap fabric strips around cotton clothesline, coil into the desired shape, and secure with machine
... Read more
An Introduction to the Art of Basket-Making

by Thomas Okey ...

This vintage book contains an elementary guide to the art of basket-making, being a concise yet comprehensive introduction to the practice. Written in clear, plain language and full of useful information and invaluable tips, this text will be of considerable utility to novice basket-makers, and would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this book include: ... Read more

£6.11 or Free with Kobo Plus

This vintage book contains an elementary guide to the art of basket-making, being a concise yet comprehensive introduction to the practice. Written in clear, plain language and full of useful information and invaluable tips, this text will be of considerable utility to novice basket-makers, and would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this book include:
... Read more
Basket Work of all Kinds - With Numerous Engravings and Diagrams

by Paul N. Hasluck ...

“Basket Work of all Kinds” is a 1912 work by Australian engineer Paul N. Hasluck. Within this book, Hasluck offers simple instructions and expert tips on making a range of beautiful and practical baskets. With simple diagrams and clear explanations, this volume is suitable for anyone with an interest in the handicrafts and basket weaving in particular. Paul Nooncree Hasluck (1854 – 1916) was an ... Read more

£6.11 or Free with Kobo Plus

“Basket Work of all Kinds” is a 1912 work by Australian engineer Paul N. Hasluck. Within this book, Hasluck offers simple instructions and expert tips on making a range of beautiful and practical baskets. With simple diagrams and clear explanations, this volume is suitable for anyone with an interest in the handicrafts and basket weaving in particular. Paul Nooncree Hasluck (1854 – 1916) was an
... Read more
School and Fireside Crafts

by Ann Macbeth ...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to various handicrafts, including pottery, basket making, needlework, and more. It includes step-by-step instructions and simple diagrams, making it perfect for the novice. A fantastic addition to any collection and a must-have for handicraft enthusiasts. Contents include: "Pottery", "Baskets", "Baskets, continued", "Needlework and Rugs", ... Read more

£6.11 or Free with Kobo Plus

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to various handicrafts, including pottery, basket making, needlework, and more. It includes step-by-step instructions and simple diagrams, making it perfect for the novice. A fantastic addition to any collection and a must-have for handicraft enthusiasts. Contents include: "Pottery", "Baskets", "Baskets, continued", "Needlework and Rugs",
... Read more
Le kimono : l'âme de la mode et de l'identité japonaises

Un voyage dans le temps à travers l'histoire de l'art textile du Japon

by Hermann Candahashi ...

Découvrez l'âme du kimono - Un voyage à travers l'histoire de l'art textile japonais Plongez dans le monde fascinant du kimono, symbole d’élégance, de tradition et d’identité japonaise. « Le kimono : l'âme de la mode et de l'identité japonaises - Un voyage à travers l'histoire de l'art textile japonais » vous emmène dans un voyage à couper le souffle à travers les époques du Japon. Apprenez la ... Read more

£4.99

Découvrez l'âme du kimono - Un voyage à travers l'histoire de l'art textile japonais Plongez dans le monde fascinant du kimono, symbole d’élégance, de tradition et d’identité japonaise. « Le kimono : l'âme de la mode et de l'identité japonaises - Un voyage à travers l'histoire de l'art textile japonais » vous emmène dans un voyage à couper le souffle à travers les époques du Japon. Apprenez la
... Read more

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