Bloomsbury Visual Arts, January 2026. Hardcover. This anthology offers a framework for understanding why people urgently turn to textile handwork as a site of repair in a world on the brink and examines how craft expression aligns with political activism in a sometimes quirky and always colorful way. In a...... More
DK, March 2024. Hardcover. Master the art of carpentry and create timeless handcrafted pieces with this essential guide to working with wood. Discover essential woodworking techniques - from basic to more advanced types of wood joints, finishing, woodturning, and furniture restoration - in this hands-on, instructive carpentry manual. Discover how..... More
Storey Publishing, January 1996. Trade Paperback. Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country..... More
Linden Publishing, August 2022. Trade Paperback. Charming, humorous, sometimes tragic, and always fascinating vignettes from a life spent in craftsmanship. They say life is a merry-go-round--for Gerry Holzman, this has been literally and figuratively true. A master figure carver who has restored over 100 pieces of antique carousel art, created..... More
Taunton Press, October 2003. Trade Paperback. Woodworking Basics presents an approach to learning woodworking that has proven successful for hundreds of people who have taken the author's introductory course over the past 20 years. Peter Korn's method helps new woodworkers learn the right techniques from the beginning. More experienced woodworkers..... More
Linden Publishing, March 2000. Trade Paperback. Cabinetmaking at the highest level is an art, a discipline, a philosophy--even a way of life--in addition to being a useful craft. In this book one of the greatest living cabinetmakers reflects on the deeper meanings of his craft and explains for less accomplished..... More
Storey Publishing, LLC, January 1991. Unknown. Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country..... More
Quadrille Publishing, August 2025. Trade Paperback. Mastering the art of mending just requires a few simple hand-sewing techniques which can extend the life of your wardrobe and your favorite clothing. Stitch it, Don't Ditch It, will guide you through the fundamentals of mending, from the kit you'll need, how to..... More
Storey Publishing, LLC, January 1999. Trade Paperback. Safely dip your own candles with this simple guide to the candle making process. From the beginning to the end, this bulletin outlines every step of the way, including how to: Pick your desired wick shape Compare and decide what kind of wax..... More
Black Dog & Leventhal, May 2018. Trade Paperback. From the experts at Fine Woodworking of Taunton Press, this complete and easy-to-follow resource has everything you need to know about the art of woodworking. Woodworking Wisdom & Know-How is the essential go-to book for every woodworking project imaginable, from building kitchen..... More
Taunton Press, October 2001. Hardcover. Expert woodworker and writer Andy Rae takes the construction of furniture and breaks it into components -- from boxes, cases, doors and drawers to shelves and feet. He explains all the techniques used to build them, so you can choose the ones that are best..... More
Ecco Press, December 2025. Trade Paperback. NATIONAL BESTSELLER LONGLISTED FOR THE 2025 ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN NONFICTION A captivating memoir that immerses readers in the life of a Scottish carpenter as he perfects his craft, builds a business, and reflects on what inheritance and shared responsibility really mean..... More
Storey Publishing, January 1989. Trade Paperback. Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country..... More
Popular Woodworking Books, May 2011. Trade Paperback. Working Wood, Not Machining It If you're more interested in working with wood rather than machining it, you will be relieved to learn that expensive powered machinery isn't required to build furniture. You can also forget the dust masks, face shields and hearing..... More
Storey Publishing, January 1999. Trade Paperback. Help the birds feel at home with this comprehensive guide to building bird feeders. This booklet features step-by-step instructions and labeled diagrams for building 9 different bird feeders. Learn about the different types of feed -- including sunflower, cracked corn, and more -- before..... More
Silver Sprocket, March 2020. Trade Paperback. Since 2002, Stolen Sharpie Revolution: a DIY Resource for Zines and Zine Culture has been the go-to guide for all things zine related. This little red book is stuffed with information about zines. Things you may know, stuff you don't know and even stuff..... More
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