Craft: Techniques & Projects

by D.K. Publishing

Packed with more than fifty projects displaying a range of crafting techniques, from appliqué to mosaics — Craft is the ultimate go-to inspirational reference for every crafter's bookshelf. Whether its textile crafts like felting and batik, paper crafts like decoupage and rubber stamping, jewelry techniques like beading and silver wirework, or more specialized crafts like soap making, this guide is guaranteed to whet the appetite of both novice and experienced crafters. With clear step-by-step techniques and close-up full-color photographs, Craft gives the art of making a modern makeover.

Genres: Crafts

320 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2012

About the author

Dorling Kindersley (DK) is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a consumer publishing company jointly owned by Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Pearson PLC. Bertelsmann owns 53% of the company and Pearson owns 47%.

Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.

Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[Luanne Ollivier]

Craft is a great resource for those looking to try out a number of different techniques and ideas. There are six section in the book - textiles, papercrafts, jewelry, ceramics and glass, candles and soap and finally - eco crafts. Each section begins with pictures and descriptions of the tools and equipment needed.

And I easily found something I want to try in each chapter. We're doing a bathroom reno, so dying or screening new curtains is now on my list; as is reupholstering an existing small chair for the corner.

I have always wanted to try soap making. There were some great 'recipes' using goat's milk soap base that I definitely want to try. And planning ahead - soap would make really great hostess or small anytime gifts. How to present them? In one of the lovely gift boxes you've made from scrapbooking sheets. (pattern included) Accompanied by a hand made card with pressed flowers.

I really liked some of the eco craft ideas - especially the punched tin tea light holders - perfect for my new deck this summer or hanging on low branches of the surrounding trees. I saw a whimsical little wire hanging incorporating old buttons that I want to try too.

Jewelry is one craft I've never attempted, but I really want to try clay beads. Off to the local hobby store with my coupons!

There is something for everyone in Craft. I've bookmarked a few sections for programming ideas as well - papermaking might be messy, but it would be fun!

What I love about DK books are the loads of pictures they include in all their books. That, the easy to read layout and the clear, concise step by step instructions.

What are you making?!

[Anastasia Tuckness · Rating 3 out of 5]

My niece brought this book along when she spent the week with us. It has an amazing array of projects, and great pictures. Some of the directions could be more clear or complete. It's a great jumping off point to get you thinking about all kinds of craft projects.

[Electric · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a good resource for anyone who is super bored. Lots of projects, lots of things to think about and try.

[AJ Conroy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great technical resource.

[Michele Maitland · Rating 4 out of 5]

p 210 coasters

[Mills College Library]

745.5 C8851 2012