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Flower Petal Paper eProject

Dried flower petals make beautifully accented papers. This project includes complete information on the paper-making process, from supplies to finishing steps, so that you can turn faded blooms into treasured stationery. From the Lark Crafts book Handmade Paper from Naturals (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-978-0), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-60059-998-9).

1 issue / $1.99 US
Denim Paper eProject

You can use almost any kind of fabric, lace, or burlap in this recipe, but there’s just something about turning a favorite pair of old jeans into lasting stationery. The project tells you what paper-making supplies you’ll need and then leads you step-by-step through the entire process from fabric scraps to beautifully colored rag paper. From the Lark Crafts book Handmade Paper from Naturals (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-978-0), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-60059-998-9).

1 issue / $1.99 US
Candlelight Dinner Party Set eProject

Combine plain paper and vellum with napkins and candlelight to bring a dash of panache to your table. Follow the simple directions and templates in this project, and your next dinner party will be filled with compliments. From the Lark Crafts book Silhouettes (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-278-2), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-60059-999-6).

1 issue / $1.99 US
Garden Window Scrapbook Page eProject

Here’s silhouette art at its most basic and effective: a well-cut piece of paper against a contrasting background. Vary the size of this project and you can make a scrapbook page, a frame, a party invitation, a love note, or whatever suits your fancy. From the Lark Crafts book Silhouettes (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-278-2), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-60059-999-6).

1 issue / $1.99 US

Celebration Ornaments eProject

These layered paper confections are so simple to make that you can easily whip up a batch of ornaments for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Independence Day, family birthdays, Easter, or any other day worth celebrating. From the Lark Crafts book Silhouettes (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-278-2), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-60059-999-6).

1 issue / $1.99 US
Free-Motion Flower eProject

Free-motion embroidery adds colorful lines of fine detail to this festival of flowers. A layer of sheer fabric on top gives them sparkle and depth. From the Lark Crafts book Fun-to-Wear Fabric Flowers (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-769-3), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-4547-0000-5).

1 issue / $0.99 US
Fun Fleece Flower eProject

Working petal by petal, you build up thick fleece or felted fabric into this elegant flower. The thicker material means you won’t have to create a separate foundation for support.From the Lark Crafts book Fun-to-Wear Fabric Flowers (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-769-3), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-4547-0000-5).

1 issue / $0.99 US
Frayed Flower eProject

The ragged edges of this decorative flower can be subtle or pronounced, depending on how much your fabric ravels. A center of soft, lacy netting and a button completes the picture.From the Lark Crafts book Fun-to-Wear Fabric Flowers (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-769-3), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-4547-0000-5).

1 issue / $0.99 US

Cheeseburger with the Works eProject

In this crochet project, you can cook up a burger with all the trimmings: bun, patty, cheese slice, tomato, lettuce, and red onion. Do you want fries with that? From the Lark Crafts book Amigurumi (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-017-7), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-60059-817-3).

1 issue / $2.99 US
Werner the Weiner Dog eProject

Padding along on little crocheted paws, this dachshund may be the cutest project you’ll ever make. Complete instructions from nose to tail make him easy to create. From the Lark Crafts book Amigurumi (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-017-7), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-60059-817-3).

1 issue / $2.99 US
Friends Forever Fawn eProject

Straight out of a children’s fairytale, this sweet fawn’s eyes will melt your heart. This crochet project comes with complete instructions to bring the adorable creature to life. From the Lark Crafts book Amigurumi (printed book ISBN: 978-1-60059-017-7), (eBook ISBN: 978-1-60059-817-3).

1 issue / $2.99 US
Bronze Metal Clay

Bronze metal clay is the natural next choice for the large silver metal clay market; it’s far less expensive, so crafters can expand their creativity creating larger-scale pieces. As a member of the Technical Support Team for Rio Grande (a huge online distributor of jewelry supplies), Yvonne Padilla is an expert at answering crafters’ questions about bronze. In addition to providing step-by-step instructions for 30 projects, she explains how bronze differs from silver clay, how to work with it, and how to attain the lovely verdigris patina that only bronze has. An inspirational gallery and a trouble shooting section complete the fantastic package.

1 issue / $11.99 US

Metal Clay Beads

When you combine two bestselling topics like metal clay and beading, and then add one of the most talented and respected artists in the business, you’ve got a winning combination. In this unique, comprehensive reference, Barbara Becker Simon treats readers to 22 outstanding metal clay bead projects. An introductory section guides them through all the fundamentals, from forming and joining the clay to firing and finishing. Learn how to add gemstones, glass, and other objects; use molded and carved texture plates; etch photos into a surface; develop rich patinas; and more. From the Porcupine Pearl Bead to a Polygon Box Bead, the projects are both timely and sophisticated.

1 issue / $15.99 US
Pewter Studio

Pewter—affordable, easy to work with, and suitable for making all kinds of practical and decorative objects—is the ideal medium for the home metalsmith. This is the only comprehensive guide to working it, and both beginners and intermediates will embrace its valuable information as well as its beautiful design and photography. Respected metalworker Lisa Slovis Mandel teaches readers a variety of fundamental and more advanced techniques, from fusing, soldering, and casting, to forming shapes with a hydraulic press. Included are 15 projects, from a basic bowl and ladle to a teapot, along with a gallery of outstanding work for inspiration.

1 issue / $15.99 US
Handmade Paper from Naturals

Creating handmade paper from repurposed, recycled, and natural materials is easy and eco-friendly! With over 25 gorgeous recipes and great tips, even beginners will soon be on their way to mastering the techniques. Embed grass clippings into recycled white pulp for a refined Asian look, or grind in a bit of coffee for a soft brown color and a subtle granulated texture. Vibrant marigold petals add a splash of color to cotton pulp, but it doesn't stop there. Crafters will love the fabulous ideas for showing off their handiwork, including a greeting card, gift wrap and tags, a molded decorative bowl and framable art.

1 issue / $9.99 US
Silhouettes

Silhouettes are wildly popular, and these stunning projects transform the nostalgic classic into something elegantly modern. Crafters will learn four beautiful ways to make their own silhouettes: by casting a shadow and tracing along the edges, using digital technology that “silhouettes” almost any image, drawing freehand for a loose “handmade” look, and copying patterns. The 22 decorative items—which range from a glowing lampshade and holiday tree ornaments to napkin rings, votive holders, and layered canvases—showcase the style’s diversity and charm, and add bold new touches, like color. Plus, the book includes 50 fabulous patterns that will work in almost every imaginable project!

1 issue / $11.99 US

Hand Lettering

If you think creating beautiful and graceful calligraphy requires years of training and a closet full of fancy pens and exotic inks, think again! Here, the authors explain how anyone can use simple tools and materials found in ordinary craft stores, as well as Q-tips, sponges, and other common items, to produce outstanding results. They provide examples of a dozen alphabet styles, as well as many decorative details. Color photography reveals more than merely the necessary brush and pen techniques—it also shows a vast range of ideas for using calligraphy in new and surprising ways.

1 issue / $11.99 US
Painted Paper

Create decorated paper as beautiful as any found in an art store—and with more distinctive and personal patterns, too. Alisa Golden’s methods of applying inks and paints to paper can dramatically alter the appearance of finished works. From artist books and journals to greeting cards, collages, and more, these techniques work on any paper surface and add numerous skills to the crafter’s arsenal. Create dramatic effects using gesso, acrylic inks, watercolor paints, stamps, stencils, and more. From basic patterning to wet-on-wet to paste paper frottage, plus a selection of nine projects, this book is a treasury of ideas.

1 issue / $11.99 US
Amigurumi

Crochet is not just about ponchos and scarves anymore: it’s about amigurumi, a hip new craft trend! These Japanese-inspired dolls have motivated crocheters everywhere to grab their hooks and create collections of irresistibly funky-cute creatures. Elisabeth Doherty, one of today’s hottest amigurumi designers, is here to show readers how they, too, can get in on the fun. She explains basic and advanced stitches; shows how to make the critters’ forms by crocheting in the round; gives advice on yarns and stuffing; and offers tips on embroidering facial features and embellishments. Start with an easy cupcake, move on to a palm-sized mouse, and work up to the more challenging and spectacular projects, like a punk rock bunny or a beatnik kitty—complete with black turtleneck, beret, and goatee.

1 issue / $9.99 US
Fun-to-Wear Fabric Flowers

Fashionable fabric flowers seem to be blooming everywhere these days, creating stylish accents on bags, belts, hats, jackets…any item of clothing imaginable. They’re easy to cultivate, with this hip little guide on making a bouquet of eye-catching versions in exactly the colors and fabrics you want. Most don’t even require machine stitching; just a little folding, gathering, and hand sewing, all explained in a handy introductory section. The projects range from refined to funky, and include a blossom in luxurious burgundy silk; loopy flowers with bias-covered cording and centers made of coiled zippers, and pretty roses and daffodils.

1 issue / $9.99 US