A Month of Making and Mending
Check out these books to learn how to create some new things or bring new life to old ones!
The act of sewing : how to make and modify clothes to wear every day
Philip, Sonya, author
2021
"A complete guide to sewing simple garments-with 4 full-size patterns-and all the tricks of alterations and embellishments explained so that you can make a wardrobe all your own."-- Provided by publisher.
The beginner's guide to decorating pottery : an introduction to glazes, patterns, inlay, luster, and dimensional designs
Reinhardt, Emily, author
2023
With The Beginner's Guide to Decorating Pottery, learn to create designs and patterns on clay that have a distinctive, modern feel and are easy enough for beginners to master
A beginner's guide to kintsugi : the Japanese art of repairing pottery and glass
Hori, Michihiro, 1975- author.
2022
The thought of throwing away a cherished dish or mug can be heartbreaking. If you've ever wanted to repair a treasured piece rather than tossing it in the trash--but didn't know how--the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi ("gold repair") offers the perfect solution!
Botanical dyes : plant-to-print dyes, techniques and projects
Behan, Babs, author
2023
Botanical Dyes features recipes and top tips on everything you need to know to make your own natural dyes.-- Amazon.com.
Contemporary weaving : bold colour, texture & design on the frame loom
Rousseau, Allyson, 1993-, author
2023
Dive into eye-catching contemporary weaving, perfect for anyone that loves color, textiles, and learning something new. Both beginners and advanced weavers will learn to craft their own designs and make a variety of fine art projects, like wall hangings, pillows, and coasters, that bring home decor to the next level
The embroidered closet : modern hand-stitching for upgrading and upcycling your wardrobe
Stratkotter, Alexandra, author
2022
Perfect for all levels of stitchers, this instructional guide to garment embroidery, in which sustainability meets DIY, demonstrates how to embellish clothing through stylish and classic designs, and includes information on tools, techniques, and stitches.
Intricate wire : weave 20+ dramatic jewelry designs
Benninger, Debbie, author
2020
Have you ever wanted to make a truly unique wirewoven jewelry? Author and teacher Debbie Benninger guides you each step of the way as you weave, coil, and wrap beautifully elegant designs. Make a ring, pendant, bracelet, or earrings, or use Debbie's pieces as inspiration to create your own masterpiece. With plenty of photographs and technique basics, this book had everything you need to create artistic jewelry at home."--Page 4 of cover
Japanese paper flowers : elegant kirigami blossoms, bouquets, wreaths and more
Yamazaki, Hiromi, author
2019
Kicking glass : a creative guide to stained glass craft
Cooper, Neile, author
2022
"From simple suncatchers and boho lamps to exquisite 3D constructions and delicately-poised glass butterflies, experienced artist Neile Cooper guides you through the magical world of stained glass"-- Provided by publisher.
The maker's guide to Cricut : easy projects for creating fabulous home decor, wearables, and gifts
Meketa, Megan, author.
2022
Cricut electric cutting machines have made it easy for anyone to make adorable, one-of-a-kind creations in their own home. In this book crafting expert Megan Meketa, of Lovebird Heartworks, shares all her tips and tricks for making colorful, eye-catching projects that make every day a celebration.
Mending with boro : Japanese running stitch & patching techniques
Horiuchi, Harumi, author
2023
"One simple stitch can bring new life to hundreds of your favourite things! Boro is the Japanese straight stitch used to repair and reinforce fabrics that is the basis for Sashiko. It is a favourite among visible mending enthusiasts because of its simplicity and because it adds an intriguing textural element to favourite garments and home furnishings. In this new book, Sashiko expert Harumi Horiuchi shares her ideas for using boro to patch holes and tears, reinforce worn areas, and add fresh details to garments. Her approach is simple -- the things you love are worth fixing. Rediscover your favourite items by giving them a new look and feel -- while also being good to the environment. Her demonstrations and instructions make the process easy and enjoyable"--Publisher's description.
Pinch your pottery : the art & craft of making pinch pots : 35 beautiful projects to hand-form from clay
Atkin, Jacqui, author
2021
"Pinching is a wonderfully direct method of interacting with clay, capable of making a myriad of forms, usually small, and requiring the minimum of tools. With this superb collection of pinched projects, Jacqui Atkin, a widely respected ceramics teacher and author, shows what this simple technique is able to achieve. Each project is explained with step-by-step sequences and plenty of options for surface decoration and glazing techniques. There's something to suit all making preferences, from the functional to the purely decorative, including imaginative sculptural works."-From back cover.
Polymer clay jewelry : the ultimate guide to making wearable art earrings
Skidmore, Rachael, author
2023
Master the art of making earrings from polymer clay with Polymer Clay Jewelry, written and created by Rachael Skidmore of the popular online shop Made by Maeberry.
The potter's studio handbook : a start-to-finish guide to hand-built and wheel-thrown ceramics
Müller, Kristin.
2007
Stained glass projects for beginners : 31 projects to make in a weekend
Wrigley, Lynette, author
2019
String art magic : the secrets to crafting geometric art with string & nail
Blanken, Rain, author
2018
Vegan candles
Reposeur, Delphine, author
2024
"Making your own candles allows you to choose ingredients that are healthy for you and for the planet. Even if it's your first time, you'll find success by following the instructions in this book. You'll learn: the materials and tools needed, and how to choose the best natural ingredients; the steps necessary to make both container and molded candles; 21 recipes with the scents to combine to make candles for a variety of moods"-- Provided by publisher.
Visible mending : repair, renew, reuse the clothes you love
Khounnoraj, Arounna, author
2020
We all have that favorite pair of jeans no matter how baggy or worn they might become. In the movement against throw-away culture and fast fashion, learn how to pick up a needle and rediscover the forgotten techniques and the joy of mending. In Visible Mending, Arounna explores why we should mend, and how to mend a variety of different fabrics.