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Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Through silly and deeply relatable tales from her life, Sam Reece, founder of the Shitty Craft Club, guides you through dozens of craft projects that give you permission to be as weird, wild, and wonderful as you want to be"--
Author
Publisher
Better Day Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Let's get crafty! Join internationally renowned artist and content creator Lucia Mallea on a fun and colorful crafting journey through 24 stylish projects. From stunning paper flowers and cheerful party decorations to DIY home decor and even stylish fashion accessories, you'll learn how to elevate inexpensive craft supplies into stunning works of art like cake stands, flower curtains, parrot earrings, statement stars, and more. Each project includes...
Author
Publisher
Usborned Publishing Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"A festive activity book to absorb young children as they look forward to the joy of Christmas. With amazing art and craft activities, as well as counting, writing and drawing, there's plenty to keep young children busy at the most magical time of the year."--
Author
Publisher
Insight Editions
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
This book is a unique collection of 32 magical paper crafts inspired by the Harry Potter films. From DIY pop-up creations to paper-cut decorations, each craft includes clear instructions, a skill-level rating for makers of all ages, and tons of behind-the-scenes secrets from the films, from concept art to fun facts. Harry Potter: Paper Crafts features a wide range of paper-based projects that can be made from everyday materials in your home. Projects...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"This activity book is full of simple, easily accessible, sensory play ideas for any and all occasions, featuring everything you need to feed your child’s curiosity and inject more play into their day. There’s playtime for any place or occasion, whether it’s during bath time, in the kitchen, or on a walk through the park! This book will show little ones aged 3-5 how kitchen rolls can be turned into a car garage or how forgotten toys can be...
Author
Publisher
Ten Peaks Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"You don't have to be an expert or carve out a lot of time to add some delightful touches to your home. If you have ten minutes, you can try one of these simple seasonal ideas. These fast projects don't require fancy tools or any decorating experience and many use supplies you already have at home. Show out in spring with a simple grocery-store flower arrangement, a boho basket makeover, and a creative basket storage solution. Celebrate summer with...
Author
Publisher
Usborne Publishing Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"This treasure trove of boredom-busting ideas will keep children entertained for hours on end, whatever the weather. Stage a shadow puppet show, make musical instruments, fly a kite and lots more, then stimulate your brain with riddles, word games and memory puzzles. With specially selected links to websites with even more fun things to do."--
Author
Publisher
Smith Street Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"As the sun sets on summer, there's no need to be sad. Fall is here, and it's time to carve some gourds! But pumpkins aren't just for teenagers to smash on Halloween--there are a multitude of uses for this versatile produce, and Oh My Gourd! is your go-to gourd guide, with how-to-carve step-by-step instructions, 20 pumpkin recipes, 9 other uses for pumpkins and gourds, and 2 pumpkin carving stencils. Get back to the basics with a handy step-by-step...
Author
Publisher
Schiffer Publshing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Say yes to reclaiming creativity -- decorative and useful items that may even become heirlooms. Bring new treasures to life from discards and feel great about your crafting as you reclaim and upcycle. The first projects focus on glass bottle use; learn how to make elegant olive bowls, cocktail glasses, cookie jars, gorgeous illumination for your outdoor dining, and much more. The second group of projects transforms your china, porcelain, and other...
Author
Publisher
Kids Heart Home
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Hundreds of ways for kids 8 to 12 to celebrate Christmas including tree decorating, baking cookies and treats making fun & easy holiday crafts ‘Tis the season to bake, craft, and celebrate! This kid-approved big book of Christmas ideas was created by the editors and Test Kitchen chefs at Good Housekeeping and is filled with super fun projects, recipes and activities that will keep kids enchanted (and busy!) all season long. Three chapters highlight...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"By popular craft writer Jane Bull, The Spooky Halloween Activity Book is filled with inspiration for Halloween preparations. Make a flickering jack o'lantern or a cool treat bucket; play fun party games such as dangling doughnuts; put together a pirate, skeleton, witch, or fairy costume; make creepy paper-plate masks; try out spooky face painting ideas; and create a beastly buffet with monster bread rolls, sausage fingers, spider cupcakes, spooky...
Author
Publisher
Thames and Hudson
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Mini Artists introduces young children to art through twenty fun and easy craft projects inspired by famous artworks. Each project has been prepared for children between the ages three and six years by author Joséphine Seblon, an art historian and mother of two young children. The benefits of art for young children are well known. Art stimulates curiosity, creativity, the imagination, and well-being. But being creative with young children can be...
Author
Publisher
Usborne Publishing Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Little children will love the creepy crafts and puzzles in this spook-tacular activity book. It's packed full of exciting ideas for making Halloween decorations, pictures and more, from straw skeletons and spooky spiders to paper chains and pumpkins, with clearly illustrated instructions and tips. There are also plenty of drawing, spotting, counting and matching activities, perfect for keeping young witches and wizards busy in between makes."--
Author
Publisher
Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Get kids outdoors and teach them a well-balanced and robust skill set with this educational and entertaining hands-on guide for middle graders. Kids learn how to tie knots, find water, bake bread, care for animals, and much more!"--
Author
Publisher
CICO Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Transform old books and magazines into beautiful paper crafts, with over 50 inspiring projects. Packed full of ideas for everything from stationery and homewares to paper animals and gifts for kids, Creative Book Art shows you how to make stunning projects that look impressive but are deceptively simple to make. Get cutting and gluing to make display scenes and decorations such as a fairy-tale castle, printed feathers, and hanging paper birds. There...
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