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101 WEEKEND GIFT PROJECTS FROM WOOD. Jacobson, James A. Sterling A4 paperback, 1993, 160p, illsts. Sketch designs, lists of materials and full constructional notes for each project. Name in front, some wear, but fairly good. ISBN 0806903228. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts hobbies recreations wood timber gifts  Cat nr 2684 -  $A17

17TH CENTURY STYLE BAND SAMPLER. Gloria and Pat. Gloria & Pat Inc, A4 paperback (stiff card ciover), 1992, 43 pages, illustrated. A scarce but very useful item for the craft worker - with over 175 diagrams, 30 techniques, 50 bands. The book includes design charts but some colour photos of finished results. Some bending at corners, and whited-out previous-owner's name on front, otherwise fairly good.Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing embroidery decoration  Cat nr 20805 -  $A20

50 CANVAS EMBROIDERY STITCHES. Coates.Coates Sewing Group (UK), compact paperback (stiff plasticized card cover), 1975, 131 pages, illustrated.  From simple to composite stitches incorporating two or three shades of thread. With diagrams, text and close-up photos. Lightest of wear, sticker residue on front, otherwise good clean copy. (no ISBN). Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing canvas embroidery  Cat nr 20699 -  $A15

52 COUNTRY PROJECTS FOR THE WEEKEND WOODWORKER. Nelson, John A. Sterling Publishing (USA), A4 paperback stiff pictorial card), 1992, 160 pages, illustrated. Many great projects, fully described and detailed, illustrated with line drawings and B&W photos. Note - Imperial measures (has a metric conversion chart inside back cover). Light wear but fairly good. ISBN 0806986255. Keywords: wood woodwork carpentry furniture fittings gifts  Cat nr 18554 -  $A22

A BOOK OF MEMORIES. Folk Art Workshop No.1. Kneen, Deborah. Australian Artist Publishing, small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995, 40 pages, illustrated. Very good condition. Colour illustrations and instructions. ISBN 0646216570. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies folk art  Cat nr 8319 -  $A13

A DOZEN HANDKNITTED DOG COATS FOR PAMPERED POOCHES. Panda. Panda A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 63 pages, illustrated. 'Eleven sizes, featuring two matching adult designs, all in 8 Ply.' Note: 7 x easy knitting, 4 by intermediate knitting, 1 by advanced knitting. Fully illustrated with beautiful colour photos of the pampered pooches wearing their finery. Bit creased front cover and early pages but otherwise fairly good. Keywords: crafts craft handcrafts handicrafts knitting dogs puppies knits knitting  Cat nr 18421 -  $A22

ALAÏA. Fashion Memoir. Baudot, François. Thames & Hudson, octavo hardcover, 1996, 80 pages, illustrated. Launching his first collection in the mid-1980s, Tunisian-born Alaïa swiftly came to international attention - with bold, figure-hugging garments,. black leather gauntlets, elaborate corsetry, all focused on the female form. Apart from one tiny corner bump the book is near-fine with terrific black cloth and gilt lettering and a very good dust-jacket. Illustrations printed on heavy art paper - B&W and colour. ISBN 0500017190. Keywords: fashion clothes clothing dressleather corsets women females  Cat nr 5524 -  $A27

AMISH QUILTMAKER. From Smnall Projects to Full-Sized Quilts. Havig, Bettina. Sterling Publishing (New York), A4 paperback (card cover), 1992, 160 pages, illustrated. Masterpieces of Amish artistry - rich in deep-greens, deep plum, magenta, burgundy, deep real and chocolate browns . . . with full-colour photos and instructions and diagrams. Includes 20 authentic Amish quilt motifs, instructions on the Amish style of binding, and much more. Light wear with tendency cover card to curl but fairly good and solid. ISBN 0806985240. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies quilts sewing  Cat nr 20333 -  $A22

AN EASY-TO-MAKE GODEY DOLL. Jones, G.R. Dover A4 paperback (stiff card), 1978, 28p, illsts. A little edge wear and tendency to bend but fairly good. ISBN 0486237109. Keywords: craft crafts dolls toys needlework hobbies handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 16408 -  $A19

An
                  Introduction to Machine CutworkAN INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE CUTWORK. Pullen, Michelle. MV Designs, A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 2nd Edition, 1996, 127 pages, illustrated. A comprehensive guide to stitching Machine Cutwork, with the latest easy techniques. Lavishly illustrated book with a huge number of sketches and full-colour photos. Includes 32 unqieur designs. Very good clean copy. ISBN 0646315676. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 20575 -  $A22

AN INTRODUCTION TO TOLE PAINTING. Marsh, Tracy. Tracy Marsh Publications, small quarto paperback (stiff card), 1987, 23p, illsts. Name in black marker on front, some wear, but fairly good. ISBN 0959017445. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 5396 -  $A14

AN INTRODUCTION TO WOOL EMBROIDERY. Hubert, Carol. Kangaroo Press, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1991, 63 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated and up to the high standards of this publisher. Slightly rubbed cover card but otherwise very good copy. ISBN 0864173652. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts hobbies wool embroidery  Cat nr 19423 -  $A22

ANCHOR EMBROIDERY MOTIFS. Anchor. Coats Sewing Group (UK), quarto paperback, 1971. Worn and used but fair.  Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts embroidery sewing  Cat nr 2990 -  $A12

ANNIE'S COUNTRY CRAFTS. Easy to Make at Little Cost for Pleasure and Profit. Mayne, Anne. Kangaroo Press (Australia), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1991, 48 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with line drawings, B&W and colour photos. Over 40 projects, especially useful for markets, fetes and fairs. Minor wear, name in front, fairly good. ISBN 0864173075. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies gifts markets fetes fairs  Cat nr 8210 -  $A17

ANNIE'S EASY CRAFTS. Easy to Make at Little Cost for Pleasure and Profit. Mayne, Anne. Lark Books (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1998, 80 pages, illustrated. Around 50 projects at a guess looking at index. Well illustrated. very good near-new copy. ISBN 0864175833. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18789 -  $A17

Applique
                  Kwik-Sew WayAPPLIQUE THE KWIK-SEW WAY. With MASTER PATTERNS. Martensson, Kerstin. Kwik-Sew Pattern Company (USA), A4 paperback (card cover), 1988, 177 pages, illustrated, plus Master Patterns (loose in back). The author is famous for her many books of easy-sewing patterns. This book has easy-to-follow instructions with sketches and illustrative colour photos. Master Patterns included (sometimes missing!). Very good copy except for small original price written on front cover. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing clothes fabrics  Cat nr 20615 -  $A17

APPROACHES TO CLAY MODELLING. Scott, John, and Fisher, Eric. NY, Taplinger Publishing, small quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1975, 79p, illsts. Illustrated with bw photos and sketches. Good condition with only light wear. Small name in front. No dust-jacket. ISBN 0800802810. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts clay hobbies sculpture Cat nr 2611 -  $A17

ART AND INSPIRATIONS (Numbered Signed copy). Porcella, Yvonne. C&T Publishing (California), A4 hardcover, 1st Edition, 1998, 144 pages, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Numbered and Signed edition - No. 63 of a Special Limited Edition of 5,000. Yvonne Porcella is known for her work as author, teacher and artist.  Among her works she has created garment patterns and colourful collage and patchwork clothing.  Many collections of the artist's work are now seen in a number of American museums and art galleries. An absolutely beautiful book, with quality printing in full colour on art paper throughout.  A book to challenge and inspire. Cloth and gilt lettering near-fine, Dust-jacket slightly worn at edges but fairly good. ISBN 1571200568. Keywords: art crafts artists craft garments designs patchwork collage  Cat nr 3695 -  $A37

ART AND TECHNIQUE OF PAINTING ON PORCELAIN, The. Schira, Georges Miserez. Patrick Steophens (Cambridge), approx. A4 hardcover, 1974, 133 pages, illustrated. An extensive step-by-step coverage is provided by this book, illustrated with many sketches, B&W photos and colour photos. The book is basically very good with excellent cloth and spine lettering but there is some tape residue inside front and back covers and also a name inside front. The dust-jacket is good. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 0850591899. Keywords: crafts handicrafts hobbies porcelain painting decor decoration art  Cat nr 20332 -  $A19

ART OF BONSAI, The. Bowley, Keith. Rigby Jumbo Instant Book miniature paperback, 1976 reprint, 64 pages, illustrated. Illustrated mainly with B&W photos and line drawings as well as a section of colour plates. Very good. ISBN 0851790151. Keywords: bonsai miniatures decor decoration gardens plants japan  Cat nr 6814 -  $A17

ART OF CRAFT, The. Managing Classroom Projects. Paget, Dawn. Collins Dove Australia, A4 paperback, 1990, 160p, illsts. Small name in front, but otherwise good copy. ISBN 0859248917. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts school education students  Cat nr 1782 -  $A27

ART OF DRIED AND PRESSED FLOWERS, The. Westland, Pamela, and Critchley, Paula. Adelaide, Rigby, A4 hardcover, 1975, 128p, illsts. Well illustrated in bw and colour. Good copy with good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies flowers  Cat nr 9954 -  $A17

ART OF MAKING TEDDY BEARS, The. Laing, Jennifer. Milner Craft Series, quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 1994 reprint, 64 pages, illustrated. A selection of designs with patterns, instructions, etc, and including some full-colour plates. Includes a brief history of bear-making. The author is both a collector of bears and creator of award-winning bears. Slight edge wear, otherwise good clean copy. ISBN 1863510990. Keywords: bears toys craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 20860 -  $A15

ART OF QUILLING, The. Tra, Tress, and Pieter van der Wolk. Kangaroo Press, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1997 reprint, 48 pages, illustrated. Some damage - the very last page (which has illustrations) is partly sticking to inside back cover (I suspect a fault with the original binding, - glue got into wrong place, as a companion book has the same trouble). Otherwise the book is very good. ISBN 0864155191. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18787 -  $A17

ART OF SELLING CRAFT IN AUSTRALIA, The. Springett, Jenny. National paperback (stiff pictorial card), A4 size, 1991 reprint, 88 pages, illustrated. The book has been a bit bent through bad storage but is basically quite o.k. ISBN 187558000X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies business trade sales merchandising selling  Cat nr 7527 -  $A21

ART OF STENCILLING, The. Barnett, Helen. Osmiroid Creative Leisure Series, quarto paperback (pictorial card), 1989, 62 pages, illustrated. Very good condition. ISBN 1871517257. Keywords: stencils stencilling craft crafts handcrafts hobbies handicrafts Cat nr 2601 -  $A12

AUSSIE KNITS. Black, Meg. RPLA  Australia, A4 Paperback (card), 1984, 64p, illsts. Colour illustrations throughout. Good copy. Keywords: knits knitting woollens clothes clothing  Cat nr 3106 -  $A17

AUSTRALIA DREAMING. QUILTS TO NAGOYA. Quilters' Guild Inc, The. Fairfax Press (Australia), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995, 104 pages, illustrated. This book, beautifully printed in full colour on art paper, catalogs a collection of quilt drawn from all over Australia and sent in an exhibition to Nagoya, Japan. Inspiring and interesting designs, well reproduced. Near-fine. ISBN 1863432477. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies quilts art artists artworks  Cat nr 3885 -  $A27

AUSTRALIAN CARPENTER, The. Lloyd, C. Macmillan Australia, quarto hardcover, 1961, 212 pages, illustrated. A good standard down-to-earth reference book compiled by an instructor at Swinburne Technical College, Melbourne. Full illustrated with a host of line drawings, diagrams and plans. The book itself is basically good and solid but the dust-jacket is poor and has a large piece missing at back. There is also a crossed-out previous-owner's name inside front of book. Keywords: crafts woodwork timber carpentry building  Cat nr 20301 -  $A22

AUSTRALIAN COUNTRY SAMPLERS. Original designs for needlepoint and cross stitch. Rollason, Jenny. Greenhouse Publications, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1993, 60 pages, illustrated. Details and patterns. Minor wear, good copy. ISBN 0864364229. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies samplers cross stitch sewing  Cat nr 7167 -  $A21

AUSTRALIAN CROSS-STITCH (Sourcebook for). Garforth, Vivienne. Kangaroo Press, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1996, 110 pages, illustrated. Lavishly illustrated with many colour plates to inspire the craftsperson. Nearly 40 designs detailed, together with an extensive introductory section about techniques, etc. Minor wear, good solid copy. ISBN 0864177720. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies stitching sewing cross-stitch  Cat nr 8621 -  $A47

AUSTRALIAN CROSS-STITCH DESIGNS. Chinnery, Vivienne. Kangaroo Press, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1989, 72 pages, illustrated. Very good condition. Includes a selection full-colour plates. ISBN 0864172559. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18972 -  $A27

AUSTRALIAN CROSS-STITCH DESIGNS. Chinnery, Vivienne. Kangaroo Press, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1989, 72 pages, illustrated. Includes B&W drawings, etc, and some colour plates. One corner bumped, blacked-out name inside front, otherwise good solid clean copy. ISBN 0864172559. Keywords: cross-stitch sewing craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 20135 -  $A22

AUSTRALIAN HISTORICAL DOLL COLLECTION, The (Artist Signed). Busch, Gladys with Tony Dillon. Boolarong Publications, A4+ paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1988, 56 pages, illustrated. A collection of work commissioned by the Australian Bicentennial Authority from noted artist dollmaker Gladys Busch. Enhanced with full-page full-colour photos of the collection, together with details. Almost 30 characters. A beautiful book - quality printing on art paper - that will be loved by anyone who is fond of dolls or works with them. Greeting signed by artist on title page. Good solid clean copy, with the slightest of edge wear.  ISBN 0864390564. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies dolls history australia  Cat nr 8647 -  $A23

AUSTRALIAN PLANTS FOR ART AND CRAFT. A Gardener's Handbook. Elliot, Gwen. Hyland House (Aust) quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1992, 148 pages, illustrated. An unusual book with a valuable colleciton of advice and information for anyone working in crafts. 'Develop a complete cottage industry and grow the materials for your carfts in your own backyard.' Well illustrated with many B&W and colour phoots, charts, etc. Very good copy. ISBN 0947062947. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies gardens gardening plants nature  Cat nr 5761 -  $A32

AUSTRALIAN POTTERY BOOK, The. Memmott, Harry. Paul Hamlyn, large hardcover (approx. A4), 1970, 251p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Full book (there is an abridged version around). Packed with illustrations, many of them in colour. Main sections: Clay, Throwing, Handbuilding, Moulds, Design and Decoration, Colour, Glazing, Kilns. Cloth and gilt lettering very good. Book has slight wear but is solid. Dust-jacket a little worn, creased, etc, but fairly good. ISBN 0600369544. Keywords: pottery ceramics craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies art  Cat nr 14568 -  $A22

AUSTRALIAN QUILTS 1988. A Vision Unfolding. Meredith, Barbara (editor). QPNE Australia, A4 Paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1988, 72p, illsts. An attractive book will illustrations printed in full colour of art paper. Tiny damage towards top and trifle bent one corner but basically good copy. good condition. ISBN 073162548X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies quilts sewing  Cat nr 11763 -  $A22

AUSTRALIAN SUGAR CRAFT magazine. September 1990. Brookes, Elizabeth (editor). Magazine format, paperback, 30 pages, illustrated. Includes some tempting colour photos! Good condition. Keywords: sugar craft handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 19363 -  $A15

AUSTRALIAN THEMES IN CROSS-STITCH. Garforth, Vivienne. Kangaroo Press, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1992, 111 pages, illustrated. Very good condition. Includes a good selection full-colour plates. ISBN 0864174306. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18971 -  $A27

AUSTRALIAN THEMES MACHINE EMBROIDERY. Townsend, Marilyn. Lothian Australian Craft series, A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 1993, 64 pages, illustrated. Includes instructions for such items as: Coral Fish earrings, a beach hat, necklaces, a rainforest dress, belts, and more. Has some full-colour full-page plates. Light edge and corner wear, fairly good. ISBN 0850915635. Keywords: machine embroidery sewing crafts handcrafts handicrafts clothes clothing  Cat nr 20329 -  $A19

Australian Women's Weekly COMPLETE BOOK OF CAKE DECORATING. Sinclair, Ellen. Sydney, Golden Press, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1984 reprint, 77p, illsts. Bw and colour illustrations. Very good copy. No dust-jacket (probably issued without one). ISBN 0855587458. Keywords: cakes cooking food decorating decor icing  Cat nr 3286 -  $A19

AUTHENTIC INDIAN DESIGNS. 2500 Illustrations from Reports of the Bureau of American Ethnology. Naymor, Maria (editor). Dover, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), reprint, 1975, 219 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to orders from outside Australia: you will be emailed with details.) Designs with many uses - for clothing, pottery, fabrics, masks, decorative arts, and more. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts hobbies art designs decor decorations symbols  Cat nr 8840 -  $A25

BABY CROSS STITCH. Over 43 Captivating Designs. Timms, Chris. Hamlyn square hardcover, approx. large quarto, 1996, 112p, illsts. Attractive practical book with numerous colour illustrations throughout printed on quality art paper. Very good with very good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts sewing  Cat nr 9515 -  $A21

BASIC BOOK OF EMBROIDERY, The. Simpson, Jane. Octopus Books, small quarto hardcover, 1973, 128p, illsts. Includes many well-printed colour plates, instructions, designs, etc. Slight damage inside front, otherwise good solid copy with fairly good dust-jacket. ISBN 0706401662. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing embroidery  Cat nr 3623 -  $A15

BASIC FLORISTRY. A First textbook for Student Flower Designers. Coleman, Rona. Pelham Books (UK). Octavo hardcover, 1966, 112 pages, illustrated. Note: Ex-Library with plastic over dust-jacket, cancelled stamps and general wear but intact. Keywords: floral floristry decor decoration craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 3216 -  $A15

BATSFORD BOOK OF SOFT FURNISHINGS, The. Fishburn, Angela. Lon, Book Club Associates, quarto hardcover, 1978, 168p, illsts. Red cloth and gilt spine lettering excellent. Some edge marks but fairly good. Dust-jacket worn and a little frayed. Large name inside front.Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts furnishings homes houses  Cat nr 14864 -  $A22

Bear
                  CanvasBEAR CANVAS (The). A Guide to Fabric Painting and Teddy-Bear Making. Murphy, Sandra-Kay, and Barton, Bronwyn. Murphy & Barton, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1998, 80 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated, including beautiful full-page full-colour plates. With patterns and details. Minor corner wear, otherwise good solid clean copy. ISBN 0646359444. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts hobbies bears teddies painting fabrics  Cat nr 18079 -  $A29

BEGINNER'S BOOK OF POTTERY. Part Two (2): Throwing, Casting, Decoration, and Firing. Powell, Harold. London, Blandford Press, octavo hardcover, 1963 reprint, 64 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with numerous B&W photos and sketches. Excellent green cloth and black spine lettering, writing inside front. No dust-jacket. Keywords: pottery ceramics hobbies craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 6536 -  $A14

BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO USING SEWING PATTERNS. Blaxland, Kathleen. Kangaroo Press (Australia), A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1993, 71 pages, illustrated. Another excellent book from this publisher, now out of print and very scarce. Illustrated with diagrams and colour photos. Very good copy. ISBN0864175345. Keywords: sewing patterns design dress clothes clothing  Cat nr 5584 -  $A32

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS COUNTRY STENCILING (stencilling). Anon. Meredith Corporation (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1988, 80 pages, illustrated. Patterns, details and colour photos. Some wear but fairly good. ISBN 0696017075. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies stencils stecilling stenciling  Cat nr 8257 -  $A15

BEYOND EMBROIDERY CARDS. Viking #1+. Covert, VanAken and Smolek. Country Stitches (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995, 50 pages, illustrated. Includes some colour illustrations. Very good copy. Keywords: sewing machine stitches fabrics  Cat nr 18129 -  $A19

BLACK AND DECKER POWER TOOL CARPENTRY. Black & Decker. London, Marshall Cavendish, A4 hardcover, 1978, 184 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Very well illustrated instruction manual, packed with B&W and colour photos, diagrams and drawings. Minor edge marks, otherwise good solid clean copy. ISBN 0-856853739. Keywords: woodwork crafts handicrafts hobbies timber carpentry tools  Cat nr 18229 -  $A27

BONSAI MINIATURES: QUICK AND EASY. Nakamura, Zeko. Shufunotomo Co (Japan), compact spiral-bound, 1978, 62 pages, illustrated. English-language text. Sections include: Sources of Plants, Soils, Containers, Potting, Training, Pruning, Wiring, Fertilizing, Repotting, Disinfection, and General Care. Printed on heavy-grade art card with full-colour illustrations. Light wear, but fairly good. ISBN 0870402447. Keywords: bonsai miniatures decor decoration gardens plants japan  Cat nr 6813 -  $A20

BONSAI. MINIATURE POTTED TREES. Murata, Kyuzo. Tokyo, Shufunotomo Co,, quarto Paperback (pictorial card), 1974 reprint, 115 pages, illustrated. A detailed book with many illustrations with sketches and photos, a few of the latter in colour. Tiny bit of corner damage but generally good. ISBN 0870402412. Keywords: plants gardens gardening japan japanese cultivation trees miniatures  Cat nr 20027 -  $A22

BOOK OF CREATIVE CRAFTS, The. Donald, Elsie Burch (editor). Octopus Books, A4 Paperback, 1984, 256p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Attractive book packed with instructions and full-colour illustrations. Minor edge wear, good solid copy. ISBN 0706406079. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery  Cat nr 14584 -  $A22

BOOK OF HOME RESTORATION, The. Traditional skills and techniques to restore and improve your home. McGowan and DuBern. Ebury Press, large hardcover (approx. A4), 1985, 224p, illsts. Extensive coverage for the home improvement aficionado. Packed with illustrations. Some grubbiness to boards, otherwise solid. No dust-jacket. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders; you will be emailed with details.) Keywords: building repair repairs restoration carpentry brickwork walls floors windows doors  Cat nr 2409 -  $A22

BOTTLE GARDENS. Grounds, Roger. Sydney, ANZ Book Co, 1976, 100p, illsts. A useful book of advice with suggestions as to varieties of plants suitable and other aspects, well illustrated, some photos in colour. The dust-jacket is a bit torn and worn but the book itself is good with excellent black cloth and gilt spine lettering. ISBN 0855520531.Keywords: gardens gardening indoor bottles craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies miniatures  Cat nr 14762 -  $A17

BRAIDING & KNOTTING TECHNIQUES & PROJECTS. Belash, Constantine A. Dover paperback (stiff card), 1974 reprint, 126 pages, illustrated. Light cover creasing, some wear, but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts hobbies handicrafts knots braids braiding knotting  Cat nr 5251 -  $A22

BRAIDING AND KNOTTING TECHNIQUES AND PROJECTS. Belash, Constantine A. Dover Books, paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1974, 126 pages, illustrated. Light wear, fairly good copy. ISBN 0486230597. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handcrafts hobbies knots braiding  Cat nr 19030 -  $A15

BRASSES AND BRASS RUBBING. Gittings, Clare. Lon, Blandford Press, pictorial boards, 1974 reprint, 104p, illsts. Exploring the craftsmanship of the past. With many illustrations. Reference book with extensive list of English brasses. Some foxing, especially at each end but otherwise fairly good. ISBN 0713705205. Keywords: collectibles collectibles brasses  Cat nr 2011 -  $A12

BREAD DOUGH CREATIONS.  Roach, Susan. Milner Craft Series paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1993, 60 pages, illustrated. Nice book, with numerous illustrations, including line drawings and full-colour plates. Very good. ISBN 1863511024. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies bread dough  Cat nr 6394 -  $A10

BRIDLES - PLAITED AND PLAIN. Edwards, Ron. Rams Skull Press (Australia), paperback (stiff pictorial card), 5th edition, 1993, 32 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with clear drawings. Very good copy. ISBN 090990152X. Keywords: horses ponies saddles leather gear repairs   Cat nr 18644 -  $A22

BUILDING SPEAKER SYSTEMS. Speakers for Your Listening Pleasure. McComb, Gordon and Others. Radio Shack Paperback, 2nd Ed, 1988, illsts. Numerous diagrams and photos, charts, etc. Fairly good copy. Keywords: loudspeakers speakers sound reproduction amplifiers music amplification audio electronics  Cat nr 1894 -  $A17

BUILDING THE TIMBER FRAME HOUSE. The Revival of a Forgotten Craft. Benson, Tedd. New York, Charles Scribner's Sons, quarto hardcover, 1980, 211 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) A narrative of construction work illustrated by a large number of sketch diagrams, with detailed dimensions, etc (but in Imperial measures), together with many B&W photos. Good solid clean copy but lacks dust-jacket. ISBN 0684164469. Keywords: wood timber houses homes building construction carpentry plans  Cat nr 17763 -  $A37

BULLION STITCH EMBROIDERY. From Roses to Wildflowers. Bradford, Jenny. Sally Milner Publishing (Australia), quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 1991, 74 pages, illustrated. A selection of fresh applications for the ever-popular bullion stitch. Using this stitch, as well as some knots and satin stitches, Jenny Bradford has created many attractive designs in raised embroidery. Lightest of wear, good copy. ISBN 1863510400. Keywords: handcrafts handicrafts embroidery sewing hobbies  Cat nr 20895 -  $A20

CALLIGRAPHER'S HANDBOOK, The. Anon. New Burlington Books, quarto hardcover, 1985, 64p, illsts. Practical book with many illustrations, including some colour. Very good copy with very good dust-jacket. Keywords: letters lettering crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies calligraphy  Cat nr 2503 -  $A15

CALLIGRAPHER'S PROJECT BOOK, The. Haines, Susanne. HarperCollins A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1991 reprint, 144 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated in B&W and colour, with extensive instructions and suggestions. With details of equipment, materials, penmanship, design, and a great selection of actual projects, fully described. Good condition. ISBN 0004124839. Keywords: letters lettering hobbies craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts penmanship  Cat nr 7592 -  $A19

CANE, RUSH AND STRAW. Deutch, Yvonne (editor). Marshall Cavendish quarto hardcover, 1977 reprint, 137p, illsts. Minor defects, very good with good dust-jacket. ISBN 085685235X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies cane canework rush straw  Cat nr 15971 -  $A17

CANVAS EMBROIDERY FOR BEGINNERS. Green, Sylvia. Studio Vista, small hardcover, Ex-library with small cancelled stamps and tape residue inside front and back overs, otherwise solid copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies canvas sewing materials  Cat nr 14967 -  $A15

CANVAS EMBROIDERY PATTERNS. Coats Sewing Group. Coats Sewing Group (Glasgow), paperback, 28 patterns in colour with instructions. Some wear and marks but intact and fairly good. Keywords: canvas embroidery sewing patterns craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 4239 -  $A17

CANVAS EMBROIDERY. Springall, Diana. Lon, Batsford, quarto hardcover, 1980, 192p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Ex-library with cancelled stamps, plastic over dust-jacket, etc, but good solid copy. ISBN 0823132986. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies enbroidery canvas sewing  Cat nr 4791 -  $A19

CANVAS WORK. Gray, Jennifer. Batsford (UK) small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1985, 126 pages, illustrated. Slight damage to bottom of front cover and a bit o bending, but otherwise good solid copy. ISBN 0713447699. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies canvas sewing  Cat nr 17355 -  $A22

KoalasCAPTIVATING KOALAS TO APPLIQUE. A Collection of Original Designs. Roberts, Mary-Olivia. A4 paperback, 16 pages, illustrated. 'Ideal for Quilts, Garments, Cushions, Bags.' With line drawings to copy or cut out, and full instructions. Minor wear, fairly good. ISBN 0731622642. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies applique designs  Cat nr 4930 -  $A15

CARVING - How to Carve Wood and Stone.Weiss, Harvey. 'The Beginning Artists Library' - A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, Addison-Wesley, 1976, 72 pages, illustrated. This is an ex-library book with the usual cancelled library stamps and some degree of grubbiness, and covers worn, but it is in intact and solid. ISBN0201091607. Keywords: carving art crafts wood stone  Cat nr 5869 -  $A27

CERAMICS. A Potter's Handbook. Nelson, Glenn C. Holt, Rinehart & Winston, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1966, 345 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Has a really excellent selection - a huge number - of B&W and colour photos illustrating the techniques described. The book is a bit worn but is fairly good. ISBN 0030860008. Keywords: ceramic pottery craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 8303 -  $A22

CHARACTER HANDMADE DOLLS. Luckin, Joyce. London, Robert Hale, small quarto hardcover, 1982, 215 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate will apply to orders from outside Australia: you will be emailed with details.) Includes detailed instructions and design templates for 44 characters. Includes some full-colour plates. A stimulating book. ISBN 070918865X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies dolls toys characters  Cat nr 8716 -  $A25

CHILDREN'S CLOTHES. Morris, Jill Pan Craft Books, small quarto paperback (card), 1975, 96p, illsts. Attractive book with lots of colour pictures of boys and girls in cute outfits. Ages covered: One to 10-year-olds. Bit grubby on edges and some wear but fair to fairly good. Keywords: clothes clothing children infants juveniles boys girls sewing costume costumes dresses nightwear craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts  Cat nr 13446 -  $A17

CHILDREN'S FANCY DRESS AND PARTIES. Wilson, Polly. Women's Weekly, A4 Paperback (pictorial card), no date, 128p, illsts. Packed with design sketches, details and colour photos, beautifully printed. Includes a section of masks. A wealth of stimulating ideas. Small corner damage but otherwise good copy of this popular book. ISBN 0949892173. Keywords: clothes clothing dress children childrens fancy masks costumes kids juveniles boys girls patterns  Cat nr 6679 -  $A21

CHILDREN'S FANCY DRESS AND PARTIES. Wilson, Polly. Women's Weekly, A4 Paperback (pictorial card), no date, 128p, illsts. Packed with design sketches, details and colour photos, beautifully printed. Includes a section of masks. A wealth of stimulating ideas. Small corner damage but otherwise very good copy of this now scarce and sought-after book. Keywords: clothes clothing dress children childrens fancy masks costumes kids juveniles boys girls patterns  Cat nr 11490 -  $A32

China
                  paintingCHINA PAINTING. Birch, Necia. Adelaide, Rigby, octavo hardcover, pictorial boards, 1975, 64p, illsts. Has a few colour plates. Has stains on some pages. Boards bit worn. Fair buy intact. ISBN 0709145292. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies recreations  Cat nr 2878 -  $A12

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING TECHNIQUES. Cassettari, Stephen. Angus & Robertson paperback (stiff pictorial card) with fold-over flap, 1987, 120 pages, illustrated. Extensive instructional notes and illustrations, including many in colour. A little wear, name in front, but good and solid. ISBN 0207155380. Keywords: art painting china chinese handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 5842 -  $A32

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS in Australia. Bosler, Nan. Kangaroo Press, quarto Paperback (pictorial card), 1983, 48p, illsts. Illustrated with sketches, bw photos and a few coloured photos. Fairly good copy. ISBN 9949924725. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies decorations christmas  Cat nr 1996 -  $A15

CHRISTMAS GIFTS AND DECORATIONS. Calthorpe, April. Foyles Handbooks, small octavo hardcover,  pictorial boards, 104 pages, illustrated. A useful book with many excellent ideas, illustrated with line drawings. Rather grubby and worn but intact. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts gifts  Cat nr 8151 -  $A13

CLOTH SCULPTURE (Leisure Crafts 52). Anon. Search Press, square paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1975, 32 pages, illustrated. B&W and colour illustrations. Covers creased, especially front, but otherwise the book is fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies cloth  Cat nr 7295 -  $A10

COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG DECORATES FOR CHRISTMAS. Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Decorations That You Can Make in your Home. Various Contributors. Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995 reprint, 80 pages, illustrated. A beautiful book printed on art paper with many line drawings and full-colour photos with instructions. Very good except for small writing inside front. ISBN 087935058X. Keywords: craft handcrafts handicrafts hobbies christmas decor decorations  Cat nr 8318 -  $A22

COLOR AND DESIGN ON FABRIC (Singer Design series - colour). Editors, Creative Publishing. Creative Publishing, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 2000, 112 pages, illustrated. Paint - Dye - Stitch - Print. Packed with ideas, information and full-colour photos. 'Put excitement back into your sewing! Turn ordinary fabrics into artist's originals, with over 25 innovative painting, dyeing, imaging, and stitching techniques.' Very good copy although clear plastic coating on card cover looks like it may lift soon. ISBN 086573870X. Keywords: sewing fabrics color colour design decor stitches stitching dyes dyestuffs paint  Cat nr 18126 -  $A13

COMPLETE BOOK OF BASKETS AND BASKETRY, The. Wright, Dorothy. Reed Books, quarto hardcover, 1978, 192 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated with a stack of B&W and colour illustrations. Brown cloth is excellent and spine gilt lettering also excellent. Large name in front. Dust-jacket a little marked and worn. Book generally good. ISBN 0589011154. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies baskets basketry cane canework  Cat nr 6072 -  $A25

Dressing
                  UpCOMPLETE BOOK OF DRESSING UP, The. Step-by-step projects for fabulous fun costumes. Moxley, Juliet. Ebury Press, quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 64 pages, illustrated. Terrific book for fancy dress parties and such occasions. With instructions and (delightful) full-colour photos of children dressed in the costumes. Near-new copy, with small writing in front. ISBN 0091814030. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies costumes children boys girls fancy dress  Cat nr 4903 -  $A15

COMPLETE ENCYCLOPEDIA - NEEDLEWORK AND SEWING TECHNIQUES. O'Neill, Amanda. Quintet Books/Reader's Digest Australia, giant hardcover, 1989, 336 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Very good with excellent navy cloth and spine lettering. The dust-jacket has a small torn section at rear. ISBN 0864380976. Keywords: craft crafts sewing needlework handcrafts handicrafts hobbies clothing clothes  Cat nr 6723 -  $A32

COMPLETE GUIDE TO HOBBY CERAMICS - Instruction Manual. Duncan Enterprises. Duncan Enterprises, A4 paperback (stiff card), 1982, 64 pages, illsts. 'New Edition'. Light wear, esp. front cover, but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts ceramics pottery  Cat nr 4744 -  $A17

COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO KNITTING AND CROCHETING, The. Breiter, Barbara, and Gail Diven. Alpha Books, small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 2nd Edition, 231 pages, illustrated. Light wear, fairly good. ISBN 1592570895. Keywords: knits knitting crafts craft handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18435 -  $A22

COMPLETE OIL PAINTER, The. Johnston, F.C. Papermac, quarto paperback (stiff pictorial cover), 1983 reprint, 151 pages, illustrated. Comprehensive and useful book, with illustrations done by the author and also by Theresa Johnston and William Vickers, SGA. Light wear, a couple of small cover crease, but generally fairly good. ISBN 0333322770. Keywords: art painting  Cat nr 19037 -  $A22

CONTEMPORARY STENCILS. For Interior Design. Maule, Magie M. Angus & Robertson, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994, 120 pages, illustrated. A wide range of designs including: Santa Fe Style, Freeform Designs, Nature Motifs, Tribal Designs, Marine Motifs, Lifestyle Motifs and Geometric Patterns. The book is a little bent but is otherwise good and clean. ISBN 0207182914. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies stencils designs  Cat nr 8715 -  $A25

COSTUME DOLLS AND HOW TO MAKE THEM. Craven, Winifred M. Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, London. Quarto hardcover, 1964 reprint, 109 pages, illustrated. With numerous line drawings, measurement and B&W photo plates. Along with some general preliminary chapters, the book gives details for: Queen Elizabeth 1st, King Henry 8th, Queen Victoria in Crinoline and Queen Victoria with Bustle, Elizabeth Woodville, wife of King Edward 4th), King Charles 2nd, Nell Gwyn, Infanta Margarita Teresa, Tower warder, Ballet Dancers (3 ballets), Giraffe-Necked Woman, an African Girl, Chinese Coolie, Indian Woman, Patrician Lady of Old Venice, Lemon Seller of Venice Today, Eskimo Women, and More Dolls for Future Making. Green cloth and spine lettering excellent. Only the dust-jacket is poor. Keywords: dolls toys collectibles collectables craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 3799 -  $A27

COUNTRY BRUSHSTROKES. McCann, Marilyn. Sally Milner, quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994, 90 pages, illustrated. Very good clean solid copy of this excellent book, with has many line sketches and a small selection of full-colour plate in centre. ISBN 1863511482. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts decoration decor folk painting art  Cat nr 18710 -  $A22

Creating
                  colour with DylonCREATING COLOUR WITH DYLON. Anon. Tracy Marsh Publications, spiral-bound, hardcover book, 1998, 62 pages, illustrated. A well-printed attractive book with colour illustrations throughout. Note that there is an offer for Free Dylon Dye in the front but due to the age of the book this probably still doesn't apply. You would need to check with the address given there. Book in very good condition. And scarce. Keywords: dyes dyestuff textiles craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 2929 -  $A19

CREATIVE APPLIQUÉ to Make and Wear. Embroidery, Quilting and Beading. Turpin-Delport, Lesley. Child and Associates Australia, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1989, 176p, illsts, decorated endpapers. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply; you will be emailed with details.) An attractive book, well printed with many designs, including colour illustrations. Near-fine with like dust-jacket. ISBN 0867772832. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts embroidery quilting beads beading hobbies  Cat nr 4787 -  $A17

CREATIVE BOOK of STENCILLING DESIGNS.Green, Caroline. Golden Press, vertical (tall) hardcover, pictorial boards, 1990, 96 pages, illustrated in colour throughout.  Over 40 original and stylish ideas for stencilling your home.170 photos, with clear instructions. Techniques, materials, projects, and much more. Very good condition. ISBN 086101491X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts stencils decor  Cat nr 3055 -  $A17

CREATIVE CLAYWORK. Isenstein, Harald. Sterling Publishing, small quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1960, 96p, illsts. Illustrated with bw photos and sketches. Shows signs of having had a lot of use - a sort of grubbiness to the boards - but is quite solid and good inside. Small name in front. No dust-jacket. ISBN 080695034X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts clay hobbies sculpture Cat nr 2610 -  $A17

CREATIVE DECOUPAGE. Connolly, Fiona (editor). Unicorn Books, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), no date, 43 pages, illsts. Illustrated in colour throughout. Minor edge wear, good. ISBN 1864260149. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decoupage  Cat nr 4562 -  $A15

CREATIVE EMBROIDERY. Over Twenty Simple Projects. Anon. Creative Emroidery, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 64 pages, plus fold-out Pattern Sheet & Iron-On Transfer Sheet. Bautiful book in near-new condition. ISBN 1853912522. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery sewing  Cat nr 8325 -  $A22

CREATIVE FELTMAKING. Donald, Kay. Kangaroo Press, paperback (stiff card cover), 1983, 72 pages, illustrated. The author demonstrates the endless possibilities for clothing, berets, hats, bags, rugs, wall hangings, etc. Illustrated with line drawings and B&W and colour photos. A scarce book!  Has a small crease to front cover, but is otherwise very good. ISBN 0949924350. Keywords: felt craft crafts handcrafts hobbies garments sewing  Cat nr 20504 -  $A19

CREATIVE SERGING FOR THE HOME. And Other Quick Decorating Ideas. Black, Lynette Ranney, and Linda Wisner. Palmer/Pletsch Associates (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1991, 160 pages, illustrated. This book is packed with illustrations including a large number of B&W and colour photos, sketches, etc, together with full explanations. Small name on front and inside, minor general wear, good solid copy. ISBN 0935278273. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing serging  Cat nr 18438 -  $A27

CREATIVE SERGING. The Complete Handbook for Decorative Overlock Sewing. Palmer, Brown and Green. Chilton Book Co, small quarto paperback, 1987, 160 pages, illustrated. Good condition. ISBN 0801977444. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing  Cat nr 20116 -  $A12

CREATIVE WOOL EMBROIDERY. Watters, Joan. Sally Milner Publishing (Aust), A4 Paperback, 1995, 135p, illsts, foldout design. With numerous line drawings and colour photos. Very good copy. ISBN 1863511636. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery sewing designs wool  Cat nr 3621 -  $A22

CREATORS (The). Exclusive Hand Knits from International Designers.  Anon. Australian Wool Corporation, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1986, 104 pages, illustrated. 18 designs from around the world, listed by country.  With knitting instructions, illustrated with B&W photos and colour plates. Good condition. ISBN 0864360207. Keywords: knits knitting wool garments clothes clothing craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 17892 -  $A27

CROCHET JEWELLERY. 35 Fantastic Pieces of Jewellery to Make & Wear. Britten, Sophie. Mitchell Beazley, A4 paperback (stiff card), 2007, 128 pages, illustrated. Beautifully illustrated in full colour. Very good clean copy, looks like new. ISBN 1845332555. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts hobbies jewellery jewelry crochet  Cat nr 19742 -  $A25

CROSS STITCH DESIGN MANUAL. Rose, Fran. David & Charles, A4 hardcover, 1988, 144 pages, illustrated. Has an excellent selection of patterns and coloured plates. Cloth grubby and stained, no dust-jacket. ISBN 071538919X. Keywords: crosstitch cross stitch sewing needlework craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 7105 -  $A17

CUDDLY TOYS AND DOLLS. Greenhowe, Jean. Hamlyn, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1982, 140 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) A beautiful book illustrated with some colour plates and patterns for 40 charming and original toys and rag-dolls, with extensive instructional details. Very good with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0600305295. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts hobbies handicrafts toys dolls  Cat nr 17214 -  $A25

CUPIDS AND CHERUBS. Craft & Decorating Inspirations. Owens, Louise and Tully, Kate.Hodder & Stoughton, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994, 96 pages, illustrated. An attractive book packed with inspiration for designs to use in craft and decor. Well illustrated with design templates and full-colour photos, printed on quality paper. Very good condition. ISBN 1340612800. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing decor decoration  Cat nr 3982 -  $A19

CUPIDS AND CHERUBS. Divine inspiration in craft and decorating. Owens, Louise, and Tully, Kate. Hodder and Stoughton Australia, A4 stiff pictorial board, 1994, 96p, illsts. A handsome craft book with beautiful illustrations printed in colour on art paper. Very good copy. ISBN 0340612800. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decor decorating art  Cat nr 10978 -  $A17

DECORATED EARTHENWARE (The Complete Potter). Levy, Mike. Kangaroo Press, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1992, 96 pages, illustrated. Another excellent book from Kangaroo Press, an imprint fondly remembered. Has a great selection B&W and colour illustrations.  Provides a short history of painted pots, inspiration for design, materials and painting techniques, decorating with slips, glazes and their application, decorated tiles, and RECIPES. The book has a sustained a bit of wear with some dye staining on edges of inside back pages but this doesn't affect any text or illustrations. The front endpaper has also been cut out (probably bore someone's name). But generally the book is quite solid and useful and certainly has some wonderful colour illustrations - to make any potter salivate! ISBN 0864174853. Keywords: pottery ceramics crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 20295 -  $A22

DECORATING BASKETS. Over 100 Beautiful Baskets to Make for Gifts, Special Occasions & Around the Home. Cusick, Dawn. New York, Sterling/Lark A4 hardcover, 1990< 128 pages, illustrated. Minor damage to cover boards, otherwise good with fairly good dust-jacket. ISBN 0806958243. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies baskets canework decor decoration  Cat nr 7918 -  $A25

DECORATING FURNITURE - STENCIL, PAINT AND BLOCK PRINT PROJECTS. McGraw, Sheila. Firefly Books, large A4-plus, paperback (stiff card cover), 127 pages, illustrated. A treasure-trove of ideas, fully illustrated with colour photos and sketches printed on quality paper. Clear step-by-step instructions and ideas to work with. Slight edge wear, otherwise very good copy. ISBN 1552976173. Keywords: decor decoration furniture painting print  Cat nr 20963 -  $A20

DECORATION ON POTTERY. Alfred, Trudie. Kangaroo Press, oblong, approx. A4, paperback (stiff pictorial card), spiral binding, 1998 reprint, 64 pages, illustrated. Another great book from this publisher of excellent books. With many illustrations and a handful of colour plates. Some edge wear and minor marks but generally fairly good. Nothing missing or illustrations cut out (as sometimes happens). All checked. ISBN 0854172168. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts, handcrafts pottery ceramics decor decoration  Cat nr 18449 -  $A27

DECORATIVE CRAFTS. Stylish Crafts From Around the World. Cordner, Julie (editor). Australian Women's Weekly Home Library, A4 pictorial card cover, 1988, 128p, illsts. Attractively produced with full-colour photos throughout. Minor wear. Good copy. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decoration design  Cat nr 10299 -  $A17

DECORATIVE EMBROIDERY for Garments and Heirlooms. Baldwin, Diane. Milner Craft Series quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1991, 60 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated with B&W line drawings and full-colour photo plates. Very good condition. ISBN 186351046X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery sewing  Cat nr 8467 -  $A21

DECORATIVE MARBLING. A Practical Guide to Marbling Paper and Fabric. Stone, Solveig. Merehurst (UK), approx. A4 square hardcover, pictorial boards, 1993, 80 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with beautiful colour plates. Has 15 step-by-step projects. Very good copy. ISBN 1853912999. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies marbling Cat nr 18791 -  $A25

Decorative Napkin FoldingDECORATIVE NAPKIN FOLDING for Beginners. Oppenheimer, Lillian, and Natalie Epstein. Dover Publications, A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 1979, 42 pages, illustrated. An original production by Dover (mostly they do reprints). Illustrated with line drawings, B&W and colour photos. Minor wear, small name in front, otherwise good. ISBN 0486237974. Keywords: manners customs etiquette decoration  Cat nr 20630 -  $A12

DECORATIVE PAINTING OF THE WORLD. A Project Book of Folk Art. Marsh, Tracy. Lifetime Distributors, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1996 reprint, 176 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) A beautiful book with detailed instructions for reproducing folk art from many countries. With line drawings of patterns together with a stack of full-colour plates. The book is near-new condition, but lacks dust-jacket. Chapters cover: African Tribal Art - Mexican Painting - Islamic Style - Bauernmalerei - Classic French Style - Folk Painting in Sweden - Norwegian Rosemaling - Hinderloopen of the Netherlands - American Country - Mediterranean - Eastern Slavic Folk Painting - Decorative Painting of the East - English Roses and Castles, and more. ISBN 1875746005. Keywords: decor decoration painting art artwork craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 8327 -  $A52

DECORATIVE PAPERING. Wiles, Richard. Cassell (UK), A4 paperback (stiff card covers), 1993, 128 pages, illustrated. A beautifully illustrated book with many great ideas for wallpapers. With sketches, diagrams and charts (metric and imperial measures). And some wonderful colour photos. Tiny bit of corner wear, otherwise good clean solid copy. ISBN 0304342785. Keywords: decor decoration wallpapers papering finishing building  Cat nr 20300 -  $A19

DECORATIVE QUILLING. 50 New Designs. Tra, Tress, and Malinda Johnston. Kangaroo Press, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1997 reprint, 48 pages, illustrated. Some damage - the very last page (which has illustrations) is partly sticking to inside back cover (I suspect a fault with the original binding, - glue got into wrong place, as a companion book has the same trouble). Otherwise the book is very good. ISBN 0864175604. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18786 -  $A17

DÉCOUPAGE WITH SCRAPBOOK PICTURES. Garforth, Vivienne. Kangaroo Press Australia, large pictorial card (approx. A4), 1993, 55p, illsts. The author shows how to create 23 different découpaged items - including decorated soaps, potpourri fans, notepaper, jars for preserves and more, With many B&W and colour illustrations. Slightly bent from heath, otherwise good. ISBN 0864175248. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts scraps scrapbooks hobbies  Cat nr 10259 -  $A17

Dee Gruenig's RUBBER STAMP TREASURY. Original Ideas for Creative Stationery, Party Paper & Gift Wraps. Gruenig, Dee. New York, Sterling Publishing, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1999, 128 pages, illustrated. A very colourful, stimulating book, nicely printed on quality paper. Huge collection of ideas, with instructions and clear photos. Very good with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0806903996. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies paper gifts  Cat nr 7551 -  $A27

DEFT FINGERS. Garside, Jean. London, Pilot Press, octavo hardcover, 1949, 146 pages, illustrated. This is a popular craft book with many interesting projects, well illustrated with B&W photos and line drawings but is in rather poor shape. Cover loose at spine and cloth badly faded. However, the inner contents quite intact. Priced according to condition. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 8137 -  $A12

DESERT CRAFTS. ANANGU MARUKU PUNU. Isaacs, Jennifer. Doubleday (Australia), large hardcover (approx. A4),1992, 149 pages, illustrated. The book tells the story of the traditional and contemporary craft and carvings of the Pitjantjatjara, Yankunytjatjara and Ngaanyatjara people of outback Australia. Fully illustrated in colour throughout, a beautiful book. There is a little sun-fading to the spine area of the dust-jacket but otherwise the book is in excellent condition with excellent black cloth and spine lettering. There is also one tiny spot on the bottom edge. No previous-owner's name. ISBN 0868244740. Keywords: australia outback bush craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts art aborigines aboriginals  Cat nr 17480 -  $A20

DESIGN AND MAKE BLINDS. Luke, Heather. A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), published by New Holland, 1995, 80 pages, illustrated in colour. Very good condition. ISBN 1853685291. Keywords: blinds craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decor  Cat nr 4654 -  $A22

DESIGN IN FABRIC AND THREAD. Murray, Aileen. Studio Vista, small hardcover, pictorial boards, 1969, 103 pages, illustrated. Large greeting written across title page! Otherwise fairly good clean copy. ISBN 0289 796504. Keywords: fabrics materials design decor thread  Cat nr 19180 -  $A15

DESIGNER'S GUIDE TO COLOR (colour). 5. Shibukawa, Ikuyoshi, and Takahashi, Yumi. Chronicle Books (USA), 1991, paperback (stiff pictorial card with foldover flaps), 128 pages, illustrated. English text.  Fabulously useful book for decorators, artists and many others, with quality printing on art paper. Near-new. ISBN 0877018782. Keywords: art crafts decor decoration paint colour  Cat nr 6534 -  $A32

DISCOVERING HEIRLOOM SEWING. Oakley, Diana. Milner Craft Series, large hardcover (approx. A4), 1992, 63 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with numerous line drawings and colour plates. Very good with good dust-jacket. ISBN 1863510931. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing history  Cat nr 7951 -  $A20

DISNEY KNITS. Coss, Melinda, and Robinson, Debby. London, Sidgwick & Jackson, A4 hardcover, 1987, 96 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) Over 20 projects to clothe babies through to adults. Fully illustrated with colour photos, with patterns and detailed instruction. There is also an extensive Introduction discussing techniques. Light wear, good solid copy. Dj has a small repaired tear and is a little worn. ISBN 0283995386. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies knits knitting clothes clothing  Cat nr 8608 -  $A27

DISNEY'S FACE-PAINTING AND COSTUME KIT (book only). Love, Douglas. Disney Press, small quarto, spiral-bound, stiff boards, 1997, 64 pages, illustrated. This book should have some paints with it but the book itself is an excellent source of ideas for mums making costumes for their kids. Stiff boards that can be folded back on spiral binding, with full page full-colour illustrations and details of materials needed. Designs: Mickie & Minnie Mouse, Cinderella, Capt Hook, Tigger, Winnie the Pooh, Sleepy, Evil Queen, Pocahontas, Ariel, Genie, Dalmatian, Cruella, Beast, Simba and Duchess. Very good condition. ISBN 078684180X. Keywords: fancy dress costumes children boys girls characters  Cat nr 17631 -  $A15

DOLLS' HOUSES. A Personal Choice. Latham, Jean. Lon, Adam and Charles Black, large hardcover, approx. A4, 1969, 200p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) A fascinating book with many bw and a few colour plates showing some famous historic dolls' houses, interiors, etc.  Note, this is an ex-library copy with cancelled stamps and signs of wear and a little grubbiness to cloth but is fairly good, although it lacks a dust-jacket. Keywords: dolls toys collectibles collectables hobbies crafts handcrafts handicrafts carpentry woodwork  Cat nr 10309 -  $A22

DRESS-UPS FOR KIDS. Family Circle Magazine. Murdoch Books (Australia), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994, 96 pages, illustrated. A beautifully-produced and stimulating book, packed with ideas and illustrated with fantastic full-colour photos of the various costumes. Witches and wizards, princes and punks, dress-ups for little kids and big kids. Minor wear, good solid clean copy. ISBN 0864113307. Keywords: fancy dress clothes clothing parties dress-ups costumes characters  Cat nr 17358 -  $A20

DRESSMAKING BY DESIGN. Stylish Patterns to Flatter Your Figure. Watkins, Charmian. Simon & Schuster (Australia) quarto hardcover, 1988, 127 pages, illsts. Has a stack of line drawings, some in colour, together with full instructions. Very good copy with excellent blue cloth and good dust-jacket. ISBN 0731800559. Keywords: dressmaking sewing clothes clothing  Cat nr 3373 -  $A22

DRIED FLOWERS. DRYING AND ARRANGING. Conder, Susan. Lon, Merehurst Press, A4 Paperback (pictorial card), 1989 reprint, 144p, illsts. Colour illustrations throughout, well printed on art paper. Some small corner wear but otherwise good solid copy. Keywords: flowers plants crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 11204 -  $A22

EARLY AMERICAN FOLK ART. 30 Inspirational Projects for You to Create. Worsdall, Pamela. Simon & Schuster (Australia), small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1996, 135 pages, illustrated. An attractive book with numerous line drawings and a good selection of colour plates. Very good condition. ISBN 0731805178. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies folk american  Cat nr 7719 -  $A15

EARNING A LIVING IN THE VISUAL ARTS  & CRAFTS IN AUSTRALIA. Stokes, James F. Hale & Iremonger, paperback (stiff card), 1985 reprint, 251 pages, illustrated. A challenging and informative book. This copy is a little edge worn, with small tear front cover, but is otherwise fair and solid. ISBN 0868061239. Keywords: art arts crafts handcrafts handicrafts income  Cat nr 20055 -  $A19

EASY SEWING STRETCH FABRICS. Various Contributors. Fairfax Press (Australia) A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1990, 80 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated with many colour photos of women and girls. Light wear with a bit of tendency for covers to curl but otherwise good. ISBN 1863430261. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies knits knitting sewing  Cat nr 17570 -  $A15

EASY-TO-MAKE CHILDREN'S FURNITURE. Stiles, David. Pantheon Books (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1980, 120 pages, illustrated. Has much basic information, e.g. finishing, tools, materials, then gives detailed information and plans for numerous projects, e.g. Crib, Infant Carrier, High Chair, Children's Art Desk, Tool Chest, Play House, Girl's Dresser, and many more. Has some small edge stains and some wear but is fairly good. ISBN 0394738713. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies woodwork carpntry furniture construction  Cat nr 8513 -  $A20

EASY TO MAKE DECOUPAGE. Over 25 Ideas for Gifts and Home Accessories. More, Hilary. London, Anaya Publishers, small quarto hardcover (pictorial boards), 1993, 96 pages, illustrated. An attractive instruction book with numerous colour illustrations. Except for name inside front is a very good copy. ISBN 1854701800. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 8805 -  $A16

EASY TO MAKE NEEDLEPOINT. Edwards, Stella. Lon, Brockhampton Press, large octavo hardcover, 1996, 96p, illsts. Has many illustrations almost wholly in colour. Near-fine copy with like dust-jacket (dust-jacket design repeated on boards). Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts needlework hobbies recreations  Cat nr 1909 -  $A22

EASY TO MAKE PAPERCRAFTS. Butler, Pauline. London, Anaya Publishers, hardcover, pictorial boards, 1992, 112 pages, illustrated. If you find it hard to get going, just glance through this book. Beautifully illustrated, with sketches and full-colour photos of many enticing projects - baskets, jewelry, greetings cards, containers, paper flowers, and more. Has small name inside front but is otherwise very good, looks like new. ISBN 1854700332, Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies paper  Cat nr 18073 -  $A17

EASY TO MAKE PUPPETS. 33 Rod, Finger, Glove and String Puppets. Gammon, Joy. London, Anaya, small quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1993, 112p, illsts. Nice book, well printed with lots of excellent illustrations, mostly in full colour. Very good condition. No dust-jacket. ISBN 1854700421. Keywords: crafts craft handcrafts handicrafts hobbies education puppets dolls  Cat nr 2796 -  $A19

EASY TO MAKE SOFT TOYS. Owen, Cheryl. London, Anaya Publishers, small quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1994 reprint, 96 pages, illustrated. Plans and full-colour illustrations for over 20 items. Good copy.  ISBN 1854700243. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies toys  Cat nr 8494 -  $A27

EASY-TO-MAKE PATCHWORK SKIRTS. Step-by-step instructions and templates. Pfeiffer, Nancy. NY, Dover Publications, A4 Paperback (card), 1980, text 25p, plus templates. Full-size templates for 12 skirts and 2 aprons. Corner wear to the book but templates intact, etc. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies clothes clothing skirts aprons sewing  Cat nr 5398 -  $A17

EMBELLISH WITH EMBROIDERY. Land, Margaret. Sally Milner Publishing, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 2003, 152 pages, illustrated. Beautifully illustrated with many full-colour photos, including some of delightful little girls who look especially sweet in their embroidered outfits. Near-new copy. ISBN 1863512993. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery  Cat nr 8741 -  $A32

EMBROIDERY (Guidelines Series). Jones, Nora. Macdonald Guidelines series, octavo hardcover, 1978, 96p, illsts. A practical basic reference book with numerous illustrations, some in colour. Fairly good copy with like dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing hobbies  Cat nr 5394 -  $A17

EMBROIDERY INSPIRED BY WROUGHT IRON DESIGNS. Coats Sewing. Coats Sewing, quarto Paperback, 1968, 27p, illsts. Some colour illustrations. Small name on front, some wear, buy fair copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing embroidery hobbies  Cat nr 2674 -  $A17

EMPISAL STITCH PATTERN BOOK. Empisal. Quarto, 48 pages, paperback (stiff card), illustrated. 10th Edition. Parallel English and Dutch/Flemish(?) text. Worn but fairly good. Keywords: crafts handicrafts handcrafts sewing stitching clothes clothing garments  Cat nr 3813 -  $A17

EMPISAL TENSION CHART FOR ALL KNITTING WOOLS. Empisal. Empisal Publications, paperback (stiff pictorial card), no date. For: Villawool, Emu, Patons, Sirdar and Strutts. Some wear and signs of use but fairly good. Keywords: machine knitting wools tension  Cat nr 18538 -  $A17

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF CALLIGRAPHY TECHNIQUES, The. Wilson, Diana Hardy. Burlington Books, large hardcover, approx. A4 square, 1991 reprint, 191 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Stimulating book, packed with coloured illustrations and instructions in techniques. The cover boards are a little degraded but it is otherwise good and solid with a fairly good dust-jacket. ISBN 1853482358. Keywords: crafts craft handcrafts handicrafts hobbies writing letters lettering calligraphy decoration  Cat nr 6771 -  $A22

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF HOME SEWING. Curtains - cushions - covers - lampshades - upholstery. Deutch, Yvonne (editor). Lon, Marshall Cavendish, large Paperback (A4-plus), 1979 reprint, 248p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply; you will be emailed with details.) A giant compendium of material, with colour photos, details, etc.  Approx. 90 projects, fully illustrated. Minor edge staining, fairly good solid copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing projects furnishings encyclopedia encyclopaedia  Cat nr 13238 -  $A25

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF POTTERY TECHNIQUES. Cosentino, Peter. Burlington Press, square hardcover, approx. A4, 1990, 192 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Attractive book with many colour illustrations and stimulate and challenge. Tiny area of chipping bottom edge, slight wear upper edge, otherwise green cloth excellent as is spine lettering. Dust-jacket good. ISBN 1853482633. Keywords: pottery craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts ceramics hobbies  Cat nr 7591 -  $A21

EVERLASTING FLORAL GIFTS. More Than 100 Beautiful Projects to Make. Pulleyn, Rob, and Mautor, Claudette. NY, Sterling/Lark, A4 hardcover, 1990, 143p, illsts. An attractive book packed with well-printed colour photos. Wreaths, potpourris, bouquets, pressed flowers, sachets, topiaries, pomanders, garlands and swags. Very good with like dust-jacket. ISBN 080695826X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies flowers floral gifts  Cat nr 4281 -  $A27

Everything About Sewing - PONCHOS, CAPES, SCARVES & STOLES from Vogue Patterns. Vogue. Butterick Fashion, paperback (stiff pictorial card), 48 pages, illustrated. This book is a detailed explanation of ways of using Vogue patterns. It does not contain actual patterns but does have many diagrams and instructional notes on all aspects of using patterns, e.g. buttons, fabrics, ribbons, lace, and so on. One corner slightly damaged, otherwise the book is fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing scarves ponchos capes stoles  Cat nr 7154 -  $A11

EXPLORING COLOUR & DESIGN FOR HANDWEAVERS. Duncan, Molly, and Bull, George. Reed Books (Australia), quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1978, 67 pages, illustrated. Well-presented book with many line drawings and colour photos, etc. Minor defects, e.g. tiny bump bottom edge, basically good solid and clean book. ISBN 058901028X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies weavers weaving colours colors dyes  Cat nr 7426 -  $A15

FABRICS FOR NEEDLEWORK. Giles, Rosalie P. Methuen Education, octavo hardcover, printed boards, 1970 reprint of 3rd Ed, 140p, illsts. Fabric-grained boards stained. Other marks, etc. but solid within. No dust-jacket. Keywords: fabrics cloth needlework craft crafts handccrafts handicrafts sewing  Cat nr 13402 -  $A15

FAIRY MAGIC. Facts, fun and things to make. Markstein, Helene. Bantam Books, pictorial card, 1995, 88p, illsts. A very attractive book with information on how to make fairy cake, wands, and more. But it has been well used with signs of wear, some creasing to front cover, name inside, etc. Keywords: fairies magic dreams crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 1907 -  $A17

FAIRYTALE DOLL BOOK (The). Actual-size Patterns for Toys, Clothes and Furniture. Janitch, Valerie. Greenhouse Publications, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1988, 128 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) A great collection of practical material for the doll-maker. Very good copy with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0864361815. Keywords: crafts hobbies dolls toys patterns handicrafts handcrafts collectibles collectables  Cat nr 18078 -  $A19

FAIRYTALE DOLL BOOK, The. Janitch, Valerie. Greenhouse Publications (Australia), A4 hardcover, 1988, 128 pages, illustrated. Actual-size Patterns for Toys, Clothes and Furniture. A very attractive book with lots of colour illustrations, patterns to copy, and details. Very good condition with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0864361815. Keywords: craft crafts dolls toys handicrafts handcrafts hobbies Cat nr 5188 -  $A22

FAMILY CIRCLE PATCHWORK. Anon. Australian Family Circle, quarto Paperback (card), no date, 80p, illsts. Nicely printed, many full colour plates throughout. Good copy. ISBN 0864110499Keywords: craft handcrafts handicrafts knits knitting hobbies sewing  Cat nr 14587 -  $A15

FANCY STITCHES FOR THE VIKING #1, #1+, 1100, 990 and 500. Nowicki, Judy. Windy Hill Designs (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995, 47 pages, illustrated. Fairly good copy. Keywords: sewing machine stitches fabrics  Cat nr 18128 -  $A12

FASHION BAGS. Wilson, Eunice, and Gale, Joanne. Lon, Batsford, quarto hardcover, 1st Ed, 1979, 96p, illsts, decorated endpapers. The book is clean and solid with excellent cloth and spine gilt lettering but the dust-jacket is a bit scored, rubbed and torn along bottom at back. ISBN 0713410736. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing bags  Cat nr 1997 -  $A25

Fashion
                  DesignFASHION DESIGN. Jenkyn-Jones, Sue. Laurence King Publishing (UK), small A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 2002, 192 pages, illustrated. 'The first book to offer a thorough grounding in the principles of design.' Lavishly illustrated with colour photos and line drawings, etc, throughout. The book is a bit bent (from poor storage), has clear plastic taped over cover, and has signs of damp affectation towards the back but no damage done. It is otherwise good. ISBN 1856692450. Keywords: fashion clothing womenswear design  Cat nr 18009 -  $A29

FASHION ILLUSTRATION. The Techniques of Fashion Drawing. Barnes, Colin. Hutchinson Australia, A4 hardcover, 1988, 160 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Beautifully printed with lashings of colour, a stimulating and inspiring book for the up-and-coming artist. Comprehensive, covering every aspect of fashion illustration, including figure drawing, faces, make-up, colour, pattern and texture, and setting up in business. The book is near-fine with excellent blue cloth and clean spine lettering. The dust-jacket is a little wrinkled and marked but fairly good. ISBN 0091692105. Keywords: fashion illustration art drawings design sketches sketching  Cat nr 5528 -  $A37

FASHION STROKES FOR LOVELY PAINTED SHIRTS. Jackson, Jenise. Leisure Time Publishing, A4 paperback, 23 pages, illustrated (No. MM1441). With patterns: Pocket Mouse, Sunflowers, Honeysuckle, Stardust, Swirls, Spring Blossoms, Tabby, Sunshine, Showers, Ribbit, Daisy Garland, Southwestern Top, and Fantasy. Minor corner damage, fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies shirts painting paint  Cat nr 8512 -  $A15

FIBRE TO FABRIC. Australian Edition. Griffith, Potter and Corbman. Sydney, McGraw Hill, octavo hardcover, 4th Edition, 1959, 413 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Extensive information on the industry and its products, with numerous illustrations. Clear plastic taped down over printed boards, small section cut from back endpaper (name?). Otherwise solid. ISBN 0070930449. Keywords: fabric fabrics cloth materials clothing cloth  Cat nr 4976 -  $A19

FIELDS OF LAVENDER. Potpourri, Decorative Hats, 'No-Sew' Projects. Kluvo, Laura. Plaid Enterprises (USA), paperback (approx. A4), 1985, 23p, illsts. 'Nineteen lovely lace 'n lavender projects to make for home decorating.' Good condition. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies hats potpourri decor decorating  Cat nr 3111 -  $A15

FILOGRAPHY. An Introduction to the Art of Thread Sculpture. Dix, Douglas K. Pan, small quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 1976 reprint, 64 pages, illustrated. Illustrated in B&W and colour. Learn the art form that uses inexpensive and readily available materials. Create your own imaginative designs. Features include: Circles, Aircraft, Stars, Abstracts, Windmills, Eagle, Sailing ship, Maltese cross, Tudor rose, and more. The cover card is a bit worn and damaged but the inner of the book is good and clean, except for a name inside front. ISBN 0330241559. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 20840 -  $A15

Fimo
                  FashionFIMO - Modelling Material in brilliant Colours. Anon. Eberhard Faber (Germany), paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1982, 37 pages, illustrated. Fully illustrated in colour. Has some holes on one edge (been in file folder), otherwise it is good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies jewelry jewellery  Cat nr 18076 -  $A13

FIMO FASHION JEWELRY. Simple and Easy. Anon. BPV Medweth & Co (Germany), paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1990, 48 pages, illustrated. Fully illustrated in colour. Good condition. (Note: English Language).  Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies jewelry  Cat nr 7178 -  $A13

FIRST STEPS IN NEEDLEPOINT. Pearson, Anna. Orbis, large Paperback (pictorial card, approx. A4), 1985, 96p, illsts. Full colour illustrations throughout. Very good copy. ISBN 0856138568. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing  Cat nr 10887 -  $A19

FLORAL ART OF JAPAN. Nishikawa, Issotei. Tokyo, Japan Travel Bureau, small octavo hardcover, 1964, 136 pages, illustrated. An old but interesting book about flower arranging the Japanese way. Has many bw photos and sketches. The book is good with good lettering and cloth but the dust-jacket, which is rather flimsy, is somewhat torn and worn. Keywords: flowers art artists plants floral arrangements  Cat nr 7024 -  $A22

FLORAL DESIGNS FOR RIBBON EMBROIDERY. Randall, Joyce. Kangaroo Press, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995 reprint, 48 pages, illustrated. An old craft now enjoying a revival. You'll be inspired by the beautiful designs shown in full colour. Very good clean copy. ISBN 0864177143. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery  Cat nr 18537 -  $A25

FLORAL EMBLEMS OF AUSTRALIA. Boden, Anne. Australian Govt Publishing Service, small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1985, 30 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with colour photos. Detailed history of the development of each emblem for the various states and territories. With an additional section 'Uses of Floral Emblems'. Light wear, short crease front, good copy. ISBN 0644028955. Keywords: gardens plants flowers australia emblems symbols crafts  Cat nr 17482 -  $A12

FLOWER DRYING WITH A MICROWAVE. Techniques and Projects. Joosten, Titia. Sterling/Lark (USA), paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1988, 72 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with line drawings and colour plates. Minor defects, god copy. ISBN 0937274488. Keywords: flowers flower drying crafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18022 -  $A12

FLYING TOYS. A Green Hobby That's Lots of Fun. Sams, Kenneth. Milner Craft quarto paperback (card), 1991, 54p, illsts. Nice book, with bw illustrations plus small section colour plates. Near-new. ISBN 1863510389. Keywords: children boys girls activities kites flight toys  Cat nr 16390 -  $A17

FOLK ART AND TOLE PAINTING. New Designs for Decorative Paintwork. Coombe, Kate. Sally Milner (Australia), A4 paperback, 1994 reprint, 66 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with B&W line drawings and some full-colour plates. Very good copy. ISBN 1863510575. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies tole painting Cat nr 8802 -  $A21

FOLK ART APPLIQUÉ QUILTS. Fitzpatrick, Dawn. Allen & Unwin Australia, large A4 hardcover, 120 pages, illustrated. Has an excellent selection B&W sketches, diagrams and full-colour photos.  Very good with fairly good dust-jacket. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.)  ISBN 0044422687. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies folk art applique  Cat nr 4932 -  $A20

FOLK ART HOUSE (The). Designs for Folk Art and Tole Painting. Coombe, Kate. Sally Milner (Australia), A4 paperback, 1994, 65 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with B&W line drawings and some full-colour plates. Very good copy. ISBN 186351130X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies tole painting Cat nr 8801 -  $A21

FOLK ART WEDDING. Spencer, Joyce. Sally Milner (Australia), quarto paperback, 1997, 112 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with many line drawings and a selection of full-colour plates. Near-new copy. ISBN 1863512020. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 8798 -  $A15

FOLK COSTUME OF SOUTHERN EUROPE. Fox, Lilla M. London, Chatto, Boyd and Oliver, small quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1972, 62 pages, illustrated. Ex-library with cancelled stamps but fairly good, although lacks dust-jacket. Also has an Ex-Libris sticker inside front (but not for the library!) ISBN 0701104686. Keywords: costume clothes dress folk ethnic southern europe  Cat nr 19366 -  $A17

FRAGILE FANTASIES. 21 Excellent Egg Projects. Botts, Debbie, and Drummond, Darlene. Hot Off the Press (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1993, 29 pages, illustrated. A rare and unusual hobby guidebook. With detailed instructions on how to decorate eggs, illustrated in B&W and full-colour. Very good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies egg decoration  Cat nr 8800 -  $A27

FRAME WORKS. Over 50 Inspirational Ideas for Embellishing and Creating Your Own Frames. Bawden, Juliet. Lorenz Books, large hardcover (approx. A4+), 1996, 160 pages, illustrated, decorated endpapers. A beatiful book printed on quality art paper with full-colout photos and sketches throughout. A goldmine of ideas and inspirations. Very good copy wioth excellent green cloth and gilt spine lettering. Good dust-jacket. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 18596760830. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies art photography  Cat nr 3059 -  $A22

FRENCH STYLE QUILTING, PATCHWORK AND APPLIQUE. Taylor, Jasmine (editor). Conran Octopus A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1986, 79 pages, illsts. Good copy. ISBN 1850290482. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts quilts quilting patchwork applique  Cat nr 2896 -  $A15

FUN WITH CLAY. Vogelnest, Laura. Ashton Scholastic Fun Craft Series, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 32p, illsts. Very good copy. Illustrations in bw and colour. ISBN 1863882316. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies clay  Cat nr 3116 -  $A15

GARDEN BRICKWORK. How to Build Walls, Paths, Patios and Barbecues. Lawrence, Mike (editor). London, New Holland Publishers, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1988, 90 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Full instructions, with line drawings, colour photos, etc. Book itself very good but dust-jacket has a tear. ISBN 1853680060. Keywords: bricks brickwork building construction  Cat nr 4923 -  $A22

GARDEN CRAFTS. Watts & Kelly. Rigby Country Books, stiff card, 1978, 59p, illsts. This small book packs a lot of information into the space! Minor edge wear, and a little sun-fading to boards, otherwise fairly good copy. ISBN 0727003704. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts gardens gardening  Cat nr 19574 -  $A12

GARDENS UNDER GLASS. The Miniature Greenhouse in Bottle, Bowl or Dish. Kramer, Jack. NY, Simon and Schuster, small quarto hardcover, 1969, 95p, illsts. The book has a bit of water affectation but is not too bad. The dust-jacket is frayed at edge, flap creased, and also water-affected but is fair. Keywords: gardens gardening miniature indoor indoors plants cultivation  Cat nr 2622 -  $A17

GAYSHEEN INSTRUCTION BOOK No. 4 - Novelties, Crocheted & Knitted. Lo, Mrs V. Gayart Pty Ltd (Australia), paperback, no ate, 22 pages, illustrated. Well worn and a bit grubby but all there. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies crocheting Cat nr 7988 -  $A15

GENERAL LEATHERCRAFT. Cherry, Raymond. McKnight (USA), A4 paperback, 3rd Edition, 1948, 139 pages, illustrated. A general introduction to leather work, with a wealth of useful illustrations - line drawings and B&W photos and detailed instructions for a large number of projects. Small name on front and minor wear, otherwise good solid copy. Keywords: leather craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies leathercraft  Cat nr 7884 -  $A27

GENTLE NEEDLE ARTS, The. Daisywork, Lacemaking, Tatting, Netting, Irish crochet, Macrame. Golden Hands. Lon, Marshall Cavendish, large hardcover (A4-plus), 1979 reprint, 153p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Illustrated with numerous sketches and colour photos, etc. Good copy with fairly good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing  Cat nr 5399 -  $A27

GET CREATIVE! LEARN TO SEW. Gelfand, Jono. Get Creative (Australia), paperback (stiff pictorial card), spiral bound, with foldover flaps, no date, 128 pages, illustrated. A truly beautiful book that should stimulate anyone merely glancing through it. Full-colour photos by Mick Guerin show step-by-step details in hundreds of small photos, enhanced with large photos of several attractive teenagers and older women wearing some of the products of their labours.  ISBN 1920954007. Keywords: sew sewing craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 7248 -  $A27

GIFTS YOU CAN MAKE. Harding, Mary (editor). Books for Pleasure (Aust), A4 hardcover, 1978, 128p, illsts. Includes instructions for making: dolls, puppets, cuddly toys, scarves, hats, gloves, necklaces, bags, and more. Some wear but fairly good copy with reasonably good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 14593 -  $A19

GIFTS YOU CAN MAKE. Including dolls, puppets, cuddly toys, scarves, hats, gloves, necklaces, bags. Harding, Mary. Lon, Books for Pleasure, large hardcover (A4-Plus), 1978, 128p, illsts. Extensively illustrated in colour, with diagrams, photos, descriptions of numerous projects. Very good with fairly good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts toys gifts hobbies  Cat nr 13236 -  $A25

GILDED ROOM (The). Decorating with Metallic Effects from Metal Leaf to Powder, Pastes and Paints. Skinner, Kerry. David & Charles (UK), A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 2000, 143 pages, illustrated. Beautiful book with a wealth of full-colour photos illustrating the theme, together with much detailed information. Very good clean solid copy, with very good dust-jacket. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 0715311409. Keywords: metals decor decorating metallic painting finishing art crafts handcrafts  Cat nr 19121 -  $A37

GILDING KIT, The. A Complete Guide to Easy Gilding. McDean, Glenn. Readers Digest Press, square hardcover, pictorial boards, approx. A4, 1996, 95p., illsts. Full-colour illustrations throughout, with instructions and a small selection of patterns. Minor wear, good solid copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts gilt  Cat nr 11393 -  $A22

GLORAFILIA. The Impressionist Collection. Over 20 Needlepoint Projects Inspired by Famous Paintings. Lazarus, Carole, and Berman, Jennifer. Random House Australia, large hardcover (A4-plus), 1993, 160p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) With full-colour photos  printed on art paper. Green cloth good, with excellent gilt spine lettering. Dust-jacket a little loose and trifle worn at edges but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies needlework swing art paintings needlepoint  Cat nr 2675 -  $A32

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING HOME DRESSMAKING. A complete step-by-step guide to successful sewing. Anon. Publisher: Ebury Press (UK), small quarto hardcover, 1977, 187 pages, illustrated. Very good copy. Clear plastic over dust-jacket sticking to endpapers. Otherwise excellent. ISBN 0852231148. Keywords: clothes clothing sewing dressmaking tailoring craft crafts  Cat nr 2600 -  $A19

GOOD WOOD ROUTERS. Jackson, Albert, and David Day. Collins, quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 1996, 128 pages, illustrated. A complete guide to selecting, using and maintaining routers. Beautifully illustrated with a stack of colour sketches. Very good - like new. ISBN 0007139780. Keywords: wood timber carpentry woodwork crafts handicrafts hobbies equipment routers  Cat nr 20874 -  $A17

GOURMET SOAPS MADE EASY. Coss, Melinda. New Holland, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 2001, 80 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) An attractive, well-printed book with full colour illustrations and detailed instructions. Book itself very good, dust-jacket has minor tears. ISBN 1859746268. Keywords: soaps crafts hobbies  Cat nr 17842 -  $A32

GREAT POMPON BOOK (The). 27 Easy Projects. (Pompom)Leinhauser, Jean.American School of Needlework, A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 18 pages, illustrated. Note: 'Pompon' is a version of 'Pompom' - more familiar to many of us. Minor wear, a couple of wrinkles in the card cover, otherwise good copy.Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing  Cat nr 20299 -  $A12

GREAT T-SHIRT BOOK (The). Make Your Own Spectacular, One-of-a-Kind Designs. Taylor, Carol. Sterling/Lark (USA), quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 112 pages, illustrated. Painting, stamping, tie-dye, batik, marbling, screen printing. Packed with full-colour photos. Small name in front, light wear, generally fairly good copy. ISBN 0806987480. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies clothes clothing t-shirts garments  Cat nr 18790 -  $A17

GUIDE TO ARRANGING DRIED FLOWERS. Hillier, Malvolm. Simon & Schuster, quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1987, 160 pages, illustrated. Attractively illustrated in full colour. Good copy. ISBN 0731800184. Keywords: flowers dried craft craft handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 6704 -  $A17

GUIDE TO ARRANGING DRIED FLOWERS. A step-by-step handbook of growing, drying and displaying. Hilliers, Malcolm. Simon & Schuster Australia, quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1987, 160p, illsts. An attractive book with beautiful colour illustrations throughout. Minor wear, good copy. ISBN 0731800184. Keywords: dried flowers decor decoration craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 2613 -  $A17

HAMLYN BASIC GUIDE TO MACHINE SEWING, The. Davidson, Myra. Large hardcover, pictorial boards (A4-plus), 1987, 108 pages, illustrated with numerous sketches and full-colour photos. Very good condition except for small name in front. ISBN 0600502414. Keywords: sewing machine garments clothes clothing craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 3772 -  $A25

HAND WEAVING AND CLOTH DESIGN. Straub, Marianne. Pelham Books (UK), quarto hardcover, 1977, 152 pages, illustrated. Some damp affectation to pages but doesn't affect text, etc. Otherwise fairly good with dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing weaving textiles cloth clothing  Cat nr 4337 -  $A19

HANDBOOK OF COMMON MACRAMÉ KNOTS. Anon. Craft Course Publishers (USA), Paperback, 1971, 31p., illsts. Covers bit marked but fair and useful copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies macrame  Cat nr 3448 -  $A15

HANDMADE JEWELLERY (hand made jewelry). Scarfe, Herbert. London, Macmillan, small quarto hardcover, 1976, 91 pages, illustrated. This is one of those 'coffee table' books on the topic but a detailed text with many line drawings, B&W photos and colour plates. Covers wood, stones, wire, enamel, resin, and more. The author teaches jewellery making and other crafts and has written several books as well as lectured and broadcast on the topic. Green cloth has minor marks, but spine gilt lettering excellent, name inside front, but book otherwise good, but lacks dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies jewellery jewelry  Cat nr 8378 -  $A42

HARMONY GUIDE TO 100's MORE CROCHET STITCHES, The. Harmony. Lyric Books A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1992 reprint, 96 pages, illustrated. More than 400 new stitches. Knit and Purl, Rib, All-over Lace, Lace Panel, Cable Patterns, Edging Patterns, and more. Colour illustrations. Very good copy. ISBN 0711100330. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies knits knitting machine stitches stitching  Cat nr 19152 -  $A27

HARMONY GUIDE TO KNITTING STITCHES, The. Volume TWO (2). Harmony. Lyric Books A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1987 reprint, 96 pages, illustrated. More than 400 new stitches. Knit and Purl, Rib, All-over Lace, Lace Panel, Cable Patterns, Edging Patterns, and more. Colour illustrations. Very good copy. ISBN 0711100330. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies knits knitting machine stitches stitching  Cat nr 18888 -  $A32

HEARTSTRING QUILTS. Designs, Patterns, Techniques. Newbill, Carol. Oxmoor House (USA), A4 Paperback (pictorial card), 1996, 48p, illsts. Numerous design sketches and colour illustrations. Some creasing to cover but fairly good copy. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decor decorating  Cat nr 10979 -  $A17

HERB DRYING HANDBOOK. Includes Complete Microwave Drying Instructions. Blose, Nora, and Cusick, Dawn. Sterling/Lark (USA), small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1993, 96 pages, illustrated. A comprehensive guidebook, illustrated with B&W drawings and full-colour plates. Minor wear and marks, name inside front, otherwise good. ISBN 0806902817. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts herbs drying  Cat nr 17290 -  $A15

HISTORIC ORNAMENTAL ALPHABETS. Delamotte, F. (compiler).  Axiom Publishing (Australia) oblong paperback (stiff pictorial card), approx. A4, 1999 reprint, 64 pages, illustrated. 'Initials, cyphers, ornamental borders, ecclesiastical devices, monograms - alphabets medieval and original.' Including some national emblems. A great source of information and inspiration for the craft worker and artist. Has a messily blotted-out name on title page and it a tiny bit bent on edges but is otherwise a good solid clean copy. ISBN 0947338462. Keywords: alphabets decorations letters lettering  Cat nr 18889 -  $A22

HOME CRAFTS FOR KIDS - Seasonal Fun. Baggé, Sandy, and Cain, Honey. Kappie Originals (USA), 1987, A4 paperback (stiff card), 28p, illsts. 20 projects with over 60 illustrations for children ages 4 years to 10 years. A little wear, but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies children boys girls  Cat nr 3117 -  $A15

HOME DESIGN WORKBOOKS - KITCHENS. Grey, Johnny. Dorling Kindersley, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate will apply to orders from outside Australia: you will be emailed with details.) A book of stimulating ideas, well illustrated with full-colour clear photos. Deals with both new kitchens and adapting existing ones. Very good with very good dust-jacket. ISBN 0751303518. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies design kitchens  Cat nr 8722 -  $A27

HOMEMADE CHRISTMAS. Lovely Things to Eat and Make at Home. Fairfax, Kay. Methuen Haynes, quarto hardcover, 1986, 128p, illsts. Metric and Imperial measures. Numerous illustrations, many of them in colour. Fairly good with like dust-jacket. Keywords: christmas gifts craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts presents decorations celebrations  Cat nr 13575 -  $A19

HOMEMADE DOLLS IN FOREIGN DRESS. Jordan, Nina R. NY, Harcourt Brace & Co, octavo hardcover, 1939, 246p, illsts. Interesting book with sketches throughout supplied by the author herself. A stack of ideas from fifteen different countries. Fairly good copy but lacks dust-jacket. Keywords: dolls toys hobbies craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts collectibles collectables  Cat nr 2012 -  $A22

HOMEMADE. From pasta sauce to pomander - more than 200 projects to make. Fairfax, Kay. Mandarin Australia, quarto Paperback (stiff card), 1986, 152p, illsts. Has a greeting inside front cover but otherwise is a very good copy. ISBN 1863300813. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies gifts food recipes  Cat nr 13858 -  $A27

HOW TO DESIGN FOR STAINED GLASS. Even if you think you don't know how to draw. Kazanjian and Rosey. Kazanjian and Rosey (USA), approx. square quarto, pictorial card, 1977, 84p, illsts. Then authors and their families operate a famous stained glass studio in Los Angeles. Book a little bent and worn but fairly good. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts windows glass decoration art  Cat nr 2472 -  $A22

HOW TO MAKE JEWELRY LIKE A PRO. Wharton, Marshall. Tab Books (USA), paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1977, 196 pages, illustrated. A great collection of information and instruction, fully illustrated with many line drawings. From casting precious metals to setting stones and designing your own original jewelry. Bit grubby and stained on edges, small name in front, externally poor but fairly good within. ISBN 0830677755. Keywords: craft crafts hobbies handcrafts handicrafts jewelry jewellery  Cat nr 17245 -  $A25

HOW TO MAKE MODERN JEWELRY. Museum of Modern Art. Museum of Modern Art, NY. Quarto paperback, 96 pages, fully illustrated. Much detail, illustrated with sketches and photos. However, the cover is badly insect-eaten but the contents are quite o.k.Keywords: crafts jewelery jewels  Cat nr 4194 -  $A15

HOW TO MAKE POTTERY AND CERAMIC SCULPTURE. Sanders, Herbert H. Menlo Park (Calif), Lane Books 'Sunset' series, A4 Paperback, 1964, 112p, illsts. This is a very useful book with many illustrations. The copy is a bit worn and bent but fair. Name cut from top of first page. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts pottery sculpture ceramics clay  Cat nr 3890 -  $A22

HOW TO MAKE RAFFIA HATS and BASKETS. Doyle, Liz. Kangaroo Press, A4 paperback (stiff card), 1992, 62 pages, illustrated. An attractive book, with instructions and including some nice colour plates. Very good copy. ISBN 0864174578. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies raffia hats baskets  Cat nr 20136 -  $A17

HOW TO PROFIT FROM FLOWER & HERB CRAFTS. Platt, Ellen Spector. Stackpole Books, paperback, 1996, 202 pages, illustrated.Lacking marketing experience but love crafts? Suggestions for finding a niche in the trade, Strategies for selling at shows, Setting up a shop, Effective advertising and promotion; Approach to pricing, and more. Very slight wear, good. ISBN 0811724484. Keywords: flowers crafts herbs business trade  Cat nr 2799 -  $A19

Decorative paintingHOW TO START MAKING MONEY WITH YOUR DECORATIVE PAINTING. Egan, Dorothy. Northlight Books, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1998, 133 pages, illustrated. 'Showcase your artistic talent and earn money while doing what you love.' Very good, like new copy. ISBN 0891348204. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies painting decor ceramics  Cat nr 7498 -  $A15

IKEBANA AT HOME. Grosser, Ruth. Boolarong Publications (Australia), A4 hardcover, 1993, 116 pages, illustrated. An attractive book packed with beautiful full-colour photos printed on art paper. With Introduction and commentary about the various displays. Very good copy with excellent cloth and clean spine lettering. There is the tiniest area of discolouration at back and bottom of spine but nothing seirous. The dust-jacket has a tiny bit of damage but is generally good. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 0646149296. Keywords: crafts handcrafts hobbies ikebana decor decoration plants  Cat nr 20327 -  $A17

ILLUSTRATED DICTIONARY OF PRACTICAL POTTERY (Updated 3rd Edition). Fournier, Robert. Adam & Charles Black (UK) quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card cover), 3rd Edition, Revised & Updated, 1992, 314 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) A comprehensive reference work with easy-to-find entries in alphabetical order, fully illustrated with many B&W photos and line drawings. Over 1200 entries and over 500 illustrations. This later edition notes changes in modern techniques, types of glazes and methods of firing. It includes 120 new photos prepared just for this edition. A little general wear to edges and corners and small name in front, but fairly good and quite solid. ISBN 0713635525. Keywords: pottery ceramics craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies glazes  Cat nr 6750 -  $A20

ILLUSTRATED SMOCKING FOR BEGINNERS AND EXPERTS by SEMCO. Semco. Semco, quarto paperback, 19p, illsts. Worn but fairly good. Keywords: smocking stitches needlework  Cat nr 2454 -  $A17

ILLUSTRATED TEACH YOURSELF EMBROIDERY. Kinmond, Jean. Treasure Press, hardcover, pictorial boards, 1983, 94 pages, illustrated. With many illustrations, including B&W sketches and colour photos. Very good condition. ISBN 0907812376. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery sewing  Cat nr 8612 -  $A19

IMAGES IN COLOUR. The total colour system. Eiseman, Leatrice, with Ruth Ritchie. Little Hills Press, square paperback (stiff card), 1985, 123p, illsts. Decor, clothing, and more - for beauty and psychological stimulation, choose the right colours. This books tells how. With colour wheel and numerous illustrations. Minor edge wear, fairly good copy. ISBN 0949773131. Keywords: colour color decor clothes beauty art  Cat nr 4005 -  $A15

Imaginative LeathercraftIMAGINATIVE LEATHERWORK. Argent, Jeanne. David and Charles, small quarto hardcover, 1975, 172 pages, illustrated. A wide-ranging isntruction book on leather and the many objects it can be used for, with numeroius diagrams, explanatory text and B&W photos. The book has some creased pages towards the back and a small name inside front, otherwise it is good with excellent cloth and spine lettering. Worn but still useful dust-jacket. ISBN 0715366548. Keywords: leather leatherwork craft crafts handicrafts hobbies clothes accessories  Cat nr 20574 -  $A19

INDIAN BLANKETS AND THEIR MAKERS. James, George Wharton. NY, Dover Books, large paperback, 1974, 213p, illsts. Another great reprint from Dover, taken from the original published in 1920. An extensive survey of the subject by an expert, illustrated with extensive diagrammatic sketches, together with 254 illustrations, 32 of them in full color. The latter will supply inspiration for the craft worker. Some edge and corner wear, small name in front, but still fairly good solid copy. ISBN 0486229963. Keywords: indians america american usa native crafts handcrafts handicrafts artefacts artifacts  Cat nr 1705 -  $A19

INNOVATIVE MACHINE QUILTING. Risinger, Hettie. Sterling Publishing, quarto hardcover (pictorial boards), 1980, 160 pages, illustrated - many B&W drawings and some colour plates. Minor wear, fairly good copy. No dust-jacket, printed illustrated boards. ISBN 0806953985. Keywords: quilts quilting craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing cloth  Cat nr 4336 -  $A25

INSPIRATION IN CROSS STITCH. 40 Heirloom Gifts and Keepsakes. Hall, Dorothea. Lon, New Holland, large hardcover (approx. A4-plus), 1994, 160p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Packed with illustrations. Very good copy with very good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing  Cat nr 5400 -  $A27

INSPIRATIONS: MODELLING CLAY. Decorative projects to create for the home. Boylan, Penny. Lon, Lorenz Books, approx. quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1999, 96p, illsts. A nicely printed book packed with colour illustrations. However - the front endpaper and first couple of pages have been badly creased and the dust-jacket is loose. ISBN 1859678874. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies clay ceramics models modelling decor  Cat nr 14522 -  $A27

INTRODUCING ART METALWORK. Meller, Paul. John Wiley (Aust), small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1976, 73 pages, illustrated. Extensive information about tools, metals, designs, structure and working the metal, complete with detailed instructions, illustrated with plans and B&W photos, for 12 typical projects. A goldmine of information in this scarce book! Minor corner wear, otherwise good copy. ISBN 0471994308. Keywords: crafts craft handicrafts handcrafts metal metalwork art  Cat nr 18300 -  $A29

INTRODUCING ENAMELLING. Conway, Valerie. Lon, Batsford, square hardcover, approx. quarto, 1970, 88p, illsts. Well used copy, some marks to boards, and light staining on page edges, but otherwise fair. No dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts enamel enamelling metalwork hobbies  Cat nr 14521 -  $A22

INTRODUCING EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE. Barnsley, Alan. London, Batsford Books, quare hardcover, approx. quarto, 1973, 96 pages, illustrated. The use of expanded polystyrene to produce many objects. Illustrated with 130 B&W illustrations and 4 colour plates. Good, with excellent cloth, spine lettering and fairly good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies art  Cat nr 5684 -  $A27

INTRODUCING IKEBANA. Kasuya, Meikof. Ward Lock/Japan Publications. quarto hardcover, 1969, 57 pages, illustrated. A beautiful book dealing with this ancient Japanese art. Packed with B&W and colour photos, and descriptive notes . The author is founder and headmaster, Ichiyo School of Floral Art and Director of Japan Federation of Ikebana Artists. Condition: Very good - slight fading to colour of green boards, lettering clean and clear. Dust-jacket fairly good. Keywords: decor plants ikebana decoration japan japanese cultivation flowers  Cat nr 3316 -  $A22

INTRODUCING LEATHERWORK. Elliott, Ross A. Granada, small quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1977, 109 pages, illustrated. With an excellent selection B& photos and sketches, with descriptive  information and instructions. Small name in front and a bit of light edge age-staining, etc, but generally fairly good solid copy. ISBN 0246111917. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies leather leatherwork  Cat nr 18288 -  $A27

IT'S ABOUT TIME. 15 Step-by-Step Projects for Painting Clock Faces. Brandt, Diana. Mandarin Australia, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995, 112 pages, illustrated. An unusual - and very useful - book. The difficult topic of painting clock faces is dealt with at great length, with many illustrations, some in colour, to guide the reader. Very good except for a couple of small indentations to both the front and back covers (possibly by the binding machine in original production run?). ISBN 1863304479. Keywords: crafts handcrafts hobbies painting decoration handcrafts clocks timepieces  Cat nr 19107 -  $A37

IT'S EASY TO SEW KNIT AND STRETCH FABRIC. Martensson, Kerstin. Kwik-Sew Pattern Company (USA), A4 paperback (card cover), 10th Printing, 1979, 152 pages, illustrated. The author is famous for her many books of easy-sewing patterns. This book has easy-to-follow instructions for a wide range of garments, with clear drawings explaining each. Sections include: Sewing Techniques - Pullover Sweaters - Cardigan Sweaters -  Ladies' Skirts - Ladies' Slacks & Ski Pants - Ladies' Shells - Swimsuits - Zippers - Yarn Work & Decorations - and -  Helpful Hints. Good copy. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing clothes fabrics  Cat nr 20614 -  $A15

JACKETING BOTTLES AND OTHER CONTAINERS. Cooke, Viva J. Miami, Seemann Publishing, quarto hardcover, 1974, 87p, illsts. Packed with ideas. Well worn but quite solid with a less than good but useful dust-jacket. ISBN 0912458151. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies bottles glass glassware straw rafia  Cat nr 3609 -  $A15

JAPANESE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT: A New Illustrated Guide to Mastery. Teshigahara, Wafu. Kodansha, small quarto hardcover, 1975 reprint, 159 pages, illustrated. Cloth slightly sun-faded but book otherwise good. Dust-jacket has as bit of wear and small edge tears but is fairly good. ISBN 0870110365. Keywords: flowers decor decoration japan japanese crafts hobbies  Cat nr 19424 -  $A25

JEWELLERY. A Practical Guide to Creative Ideas. Innes, Miranda. Covent Garden Books, quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 2001, 96 pages, illustrated in colour. An attractive book about making decorative jewellery. Featuyres a wide variety of original projects designed by leading artists for stylish brooches, bangles, necklaces, earrings, and even hat pins. The author is Editor of 'Country Living' craft supplement. Slight tendency covers to curl but otherwise very good clean copy. ISBN 0751346624. Keywords: jewelry jewellery handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 20830 -  $A15

JEWELLERY MAKING. Bowie, Hamish. A.H. & A.W. Reed (Australia & New Zealand), quarto hardcover, 1976, 166 pages, illustrated. A detailed book covering most aspects of jewellery making with chapters on topics such as: Shaping & Decorating, Basic Techniques, Soldering and Annealing, Intricate Work, Stones and Their Settings, Casting, Electroplating, Plastics, and much more. Fully illustrated with 194 photos and sketches, including 12 colour plates. Very good condition, with good dust-jacket. No previous-owners name. ISBN 0589009958Keywords: jewellery jewels crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 20347 -  $A25

JOYS OF CREATING WITH CERNIT. 88 Ideas for Crafting and Gift-Giving. Various Contributors. Craft World (Australia) square hardcover, pictorial boards, 1981, no pagination (about 64p). illustrated. A few minor marks, otherwise good solid copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies gifts modelling modeling  Cat nr 8306 -  $A20

JUMEAU DOLL, The. Whitton, Margaret. Dover Publications, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1980, 79 pages, illustrated. Based on material drawn from the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum. Slight wear to cover but good within. Has many B&W and colour plates, together with the doll's history. ISBN 0485239543. Keywords: crafts hobbies handcrafts handicrafts dolls toys history  Cat nr 5553 -  $A22

Kaye Pyke's CLASSIC CUSHIONS. Pyke, Landy & Stowers. Allen and Unwin A4 paperback (pictorial card), 1995, 128p, illsts. Many colour plates. Minor edge & corner wear, good solid copy. ISBN 1863738770. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts sewing cushions furnishings  Cat nr 2526 -  $A22

KEEP YOUR BONSAI ALIVE & WELL. Gustafson, Herb L. Sterling (USA) small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995, 96 pages, illustrated. With numerous colour illustrations. Good copy. ISBN 080691310X. Keywords: bonsai miniatures cultivation japan japanese  Cat nr 8803 -  $A15

KEY TO NEEDLEPOINT & CREWEL EMBROIDERY. Sara, Dorothy. Tiara paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1967, 181 pages, illustrated. The paper is rather poor but this book is scarce. Very good condition. ISBN 0843980435. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing needlepoint embroidery  Cat nr 6805 -  $A10

KNITTING BOOK: Ribs 'n' Cables for Ladies. Patons No. 782.  Patons. Patons & Baldwins (Aust), 55 pages, illustrated. Bit worn at corners and showing signs of use but fair. Keywords: knits knitting patterns  Cat nr 8238 -  $A17

KNITTING BOOK: Ribs 'n' Cables for Men. Patons No. 781.  Patons. Patons & Baldwins (Aust), 55 pages, illustrated. Bit worn at corners and showing signs of use but fair. Keywords: knits knitting patterns  Cat nr 8239 -  $A17

KNITTING FOR FUN. Biggs, Diana. Octopus Books, small quarto hardcover, 1973, 128 pages, illsts. Wide range of projects. Except for small crossed-out name in front, is very good with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0706403707. Keywords: knits knitting craft crafts hobbies clothes clothing wool handicrafts handcrafts  Cat nr 4670 -  $A15

KNITTING WITH LACE. Book. No. 3. Limana, Roma. World of Lace (Queensland), paperback (stiff pictorial card), 32 pages, illustrated. Several projects. Very good copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies lace knitting  Cat nr 7953 -  $A12

KNITTING. (Pitman's Common Commodities and Industries). Wignall, Harry. London, Isaac Pitman, octavo hardcover, 1967 reprint, 132 pages, illustrated. The author is a Senior Lecturer in Knitting Technology, Leicester School of Technology. Has an interesting section B&W photo plates in centre. Fairly good with good red cloth and excellent spine gilt lettering but with some tape residue inside front and back. Dust-jacket worn but fair. Keywords: knits knitting craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 4852 -  $A22

KNOTS FOR TOTS. Toby, Carla. Pat Depke Inc (USA) A4 paperback, 1980, 28p, illsts. Numerous projects suitable for littlies. With many illustrations, some in colour. Plus instructions. Worn, bit grubby, but o.k. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 3115 -  $A12

KNOW YOUR BABY LOCK. Brand-new ornamental serging techniques. Baker, Naomi, and Young, Tammy. Chilton Book Company (USA), quarto paperback, 1990, 182 pages, illustrated. 'The introduction of the serger into the home sewing market has revolutionized sewing. Sales of the tiny machines boom as home sewers discover the speed and efficiency of trimming, overcasting and seaming, all in one operation and twice as fast as a sewing machine.' The book provides 28 lessons in the use of sergers, illustrated with a stack of line drawings, etc. Cover card tending to curl a bit and there is a little grubbiness inside the back cover but nothing serious. Generally good solid clean copy. ISBN 0801981069. Keywords: serging sergers sewing handcrafts handicrafts hobbies garments  Cat nr 20899 -  $A25

KWIK-SEW METHOD FOR SEWING LINGERIE. Martensson, Kerstin. Kwik-Sew Pattern Company (USA), A4 spiral-bound paperback (card cover), 1972, 165 pages, illustrated. The author is famous for her many books of easy-sewing patterns. This book has easy-to-follow instructions with sketches and illustrative colour drawings. Designed to be used in conjunction with Kwik-Sew Patterns. Good clean copy. Keywords: clothes clothing lingerie sewing nightwear  Cat nr 20786 -  $A20

Lace Designs (37). KANTKLOSPATRONEN. 37 werkstukken met uitneembare patronen. Zwaal-Lint, Tiny. Cantecleer, quarto paperback (stiff card), 1984, 59 pages + detachable cards at back. Warning: Wholly in Dutch language. Comprises front section of book with design details, line drawings and B&W photos, and the actual designs printed on heavy paper that tear out from the back of the book. All pages there. Condition - very good. ISBN 9021308657. Keywords: lace designs craft crafts hobbies handcrafts handicrafts sewing  Cat nr 19958 -  $A25

LAMPSHADES. technique and Design. Fishburn, Angela. Batsford Craft quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1982, 94 pages, illustrated. With numerous illustrations, some in full colour. Minor wear, fairly good.  ISBN 0713437294. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies lamps lampshades lighting  Cat nr 17863 -  $A27

LANSDOWNE's KNITTING. An Illustrated Pocket Guide to Over 90 Beautiful Patterns. Lansdowne Editors. Lansdowne Press (Australia), hardcover, 1984 reprint, 96 pages, illustrated. In full colour, with knitting instructions for each pattern. Good condition with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0701816782. Keywords: knits knitting craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts  Cat nr 20109 -  $A25

LEARN AND PLAY IN THE GARDEN. Herd, Meg. Hodder & Stoughton Australia, quarto paperback (pictorial card), 1996, 128p. Beautifully illustrated book with full colour photos of children engaged in activities, printed on art paper. A heap of stimulating ideas for parents and teachers. Light crease to front, otherwise very good. ISBN 034062180X. Keywords: games play children boys girls juveniles crafts activities  Cat nr 16132 -  $A15

LEARN TO FRAME. Fairbrass, Sheila. Collins A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1990, 64 pages, illsts. Well illustrated book. Minor defects, good copy. ISBN 0004124022. Keywords: frames framing art paintings photographs  Cat nr 2191 -  $A19

LEATHERCRAFT BOOK, The. How to make belts, bags, sandals and garments. Hills, Pat. Random House A4 hardcover, 1973, 132p, illsts. The book has blacked-out name in front but is otherwise good. The dust-jacket is, however, torn and frayed. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies leather leatherwork clothes clothing  Cat nr 15973 -  $A22

LEATHERWORK: A Step-by-Step Guide. Manning, Mary and E.A. Manning. Hamlyn Publishing, small quarto hardcover, 1975, Has line drawings to illustration together with some enticing full-plate colour photos. Cloth bit worn and has small corner bumps but is generally a good solid copy. No dust-jacket. ISBN 0600380998. Keywords: leather leatherwork crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 20037 -  $A19

LEISURETIME BEST-DRESSED CHILDREN! Easy to make clothes for 1-10 year olds. Morris, Jill. Sampson Low, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1974, 96p, illsts. Includes sewing information and measurement chart, illustrated with many sketches and photos, many in colour. Looking slightly aged but basically good solid copy. No dust-jacket (probably issued without one). Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts clothes clothing dresses dressmaking sewing patterns children boys girls  Cat nr 14767 -  $A19

LETTERING BOOK COMPANION, The. Morris, Noelene. Ashton Scholastic oblong paperback (stiff pictorial card), 32 pages, illustrated. Includes borders, decorations, headings, design ideas. Some general wear but fairly good. Keywords: lettering letters art artwork graphics design designs  Cat nr 6526 -  $A16

Lingerie
                  and NightwearLINGERIE AND NIGHTWEAR. Easy-to-follow patterns. Drew, Yvonne, and Alison Brown. Corroboree Publications, A4 paperback (stiff card), no date, 136 pages, illustrated. With patterns, line drawings and full-colour photos. Includes camisoles, French knickers, crop-tops, briefs, leotards, bodysuits, teddies and PJs. Good clean solid copy except for small damage to back cover. Keywords: clothes clothing lingerie sewing nightwear  Cat nr 20152 -  $A22

LITTLE THINGS. Australian Folk Art. Foster, Lyn. Art Scene Publications, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1996, 64 pages, illustrated. Beautiful book packed with designs for many items, and illustrated with full colour photos, printed on quality art paper. Minor defects, very good copy. ISBN 0949277053. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies art folk australia  Cat nr 8322 -  $A15

LUGARNO CRAFT COLLECTION. Book Two. Johnson, Mills and Singleton. Australian Country Craft, small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 48 pages, illustrated. Light damp effect on some page but nothing damaged. Otherwise good. ISBN 187562502X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies lugarno  Cat nr 8321 -  $A15

MACHINE APPLIQUÉ MADE EASY. Brooke, Jan. Child & Associates (Australia), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card),1988, 96 pages, illustrated. illustrated with design templates and photos, etc. Good solid copy. ISBN 0867770538. Keywords: sewing craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 4098 -  $A19

MACHINE EMBROIDERER'S WORKBOOK (The). A Comprehensive Course. Holmes, Val. Kangaroo Press (Australia), A4 hardcover, 1992, 127 pages, illustrated. In this beautiful book the author aims to take the intimidating factor out of the equation and help the reader master a complete range of machine skills. The book is lavishly illustrated with colour plates, including many of the author's own creative designs. Includes also many sketches demonstrating techniques - truly a comprehensive machine embroidery course with particular emphasis on creative projects and experiments. Except for some small colour loss at bottom edge of cover boards, this is a very good copy with a good dust-jacket. ISBN 0864174535. Keywords: craft handicrafts handcrafts embroidery stitches sewing  Cat nr 21000 -  $A30

MACHINE EMBROIDERY. Stanley, Isabel. Lorenz Books, large hardcover (approx. A4), pictorial boards, 1996, 96 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Beautifully illustrated with full-colour photos. Very good with good dust-jacket. ISBN 1859671535. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery sewing  Cat nr 7952 -  $A20

MACHINE KNITTING ENCYCLOPAEDIA. (Encyclopedia) A Practical Guide to Machine Knitting.Taylor, Carol (compiler). Concord Press (New Zealand), A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1975 reprint, 137 pages, illustrated. Thirty-three chapters, illustrated with line drawings, B&W photos and charts. Includes discussion of the parts of the knitting machines and their care. A final chapter discusses knitting for profit. Light wear to boards and small name inside front, otherwise very good copy. Keywords: machine knits knitting handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 20678 -  $A37

MAKE YOUR OWN CURTAINS AND CUSHIONS. Anon. Cavendish House, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 65p, illsts. Includes some colour plates. Has a little water affectation but if fairly good. ISBN 0863070639. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts curtains cushions furnishings decor  Cat nr 13855 -  $A17

MAKE YOUR OWN MOBILES. Schegger, T.M. Oak Tree Press, octavo hardcover, 1965, 96 pages, illustrated. Warning: Very poor, battered ex-library book with lots of library stamps, tape over dj, etc. But it is all there! Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies toys mobiles  Cat nr 8597 -  $A15

MAKE YOUR OWN PAPER TOYS. Peppe, Rodney. Patrick Hardy Books, large hardcover, pictorial boards, 1984, 32 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with clear B&W photos and sketches. Minor wear, fairly good. ISBN 0744400201. Keywords: toys paper  Cat nr 19859 -  $A20

MAKING & MASTERING WOOD PLANES. Finck, David. Sterling Publishing (New York), A4 paperback, 2000, 192 pages, illustrated. 'Make your own planes that are better than any you could buy.' This is the claim of the book. 'Shop-crafted wooden versions accommodate extra-thick blades of superior tool steel that stay sharp longer.' Fully illustrated with an excellent colleciton of B&W photos and line drawings. Light edge wear and front cover creased but otherwise fairly good and solid. ISBN 0806961635. Keywords: wood timber carpentry woodwork crafts handicrafts hobbies equipment planes  Cat nr 20875 -  $A40

MAKING A MODEL VILLAGE. Fairhurst, Peter. Carousel Paperback, 1976, 105p, illsts. Illustrated with sketches. Paper browned but fairly good copy. ISBN 0552541087. Keywords: hobbies models model-making crafts handicrafts handcrafts recreations railways railroads stations  Cat nr 13548 -  $A22

MAKING COLLECTOR'S DOLLS. Dodge, Venus. Macmillan Australia, large hardcover (approx. A4), 1983. 167 pages, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Venus Dodge has sold her dolls for more than 20 years and lectures on the topic in England. A beautiful book with instructions and detailed drawings for 30 different dolls, as well as full-colour plates. The book is in good condition with excellent cloth and spine lettering. The dust-jacket is a bit worn at edges but is fairly good. ISBN 0333356217. Keywords: dolls hobbies collectibles collectables toys children  Cat nr 3591 -  $A27

MAKING GLOVE PUPPETS. McLaren, Esmé. London, G. Bell and Sons, quarto hardcover, 1973, 218 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Many sketches and a few photos illustrate this book, with numerous projects. Ex-library, with clear plastic over dust-jacket and cancelled stamps but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts toys handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 7009 -  $A22

MAKING IT IN CHEESECLOTH. Todhunter, Hazel. Lon, Batsford, quarto hardcover, 1979, 96p, illsts. Illustrated with numerous line drawings, instructions, etc. Minor marks, good solid copy. Good dust-jacket. Small name stamp inside front. ISBN 071341264X.Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies sewing  Cat nr 14826 -  $A19

MAKING LAMPSHADES. Crowhurst, Jim. Kangaroo Press (Australia), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994 reprint, 36 pages, illustrated. Very good copy. Illustrated line drawings and colour plates. ISBN 0864170130. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies lamps lampshades lighting  Cat nr 8739 -  $A27

MAKING LOVABLE TEDDY BEARS & THEIR CLOTHES.Thiemann, Marion, and Franz, Beate. Sterling Publishing (USA) large hardcover book, 1997, 144 pages, illustrated.A beautiful book devoted to these lovable creatures, packed with patterns, colour photos and instructions. Slight edge wear, otherwise very good with excellent red cloth and spine lettering, good dust-jacket. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 0806997125. Keywords: teddy bears toys sewing crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 3069 -  $A27

MAKING MARVELOUS WOOD TOYS. Lynn, Tim and Tom. Sterling Publishing (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1988, 128 pages, illustrated. Information and advice and fully illustrated with plans and constructional details, together with photos, some in colour. Minor wear, blotted-out name in front, small cover creases, otherwise good copy. ISBN 0806967447. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies carpentry wood timber toys  Cat nr 8498 -  $A20

Making
                  Miniature Toys DollsMAKING MINIATURE TOYS AND DOLLS (Craftline). Greenhowe, Jean. London, Batsford, small quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 1988 reprtinty, 118 pages, illustrated. From pop-up toys to dolls in historical costume. A total of sixty different items detailed, with 131 actual-sized patterns to be traced off pages. With many B&W and colour photos. Minor defect, e.g. blotted-out name in front and small writing in back. Otherwise good.  ISBN 0713458763. Keywords: crafts hobbies toys dolls handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 20641 -  $A15

Making
                  Paper ToysMAKING PAPER TOYS. Ritchie, Carson I.A. London, Lutterworth Press, octavo hardcover, 1978, 141 pages, illustrated with numerous sketches and b&w photos. Includes toys made from papier maché, war gaming paper, mirror paper, and other materials. About 30 toys described, illustrated with line drawings. Minor creasing to some pages but nothing serious, and minor marks top edge, otherwise good copy with excellent blue cloth and spine lettering, with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0718823524. Keywords: toys paper craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 2496 -  $A15

MAKING PUPPETS. Butterfield, Moira. Hamlyn A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994, 48p, illsts. Attractively illustrated in full colour. Very good copy. ISBN 0600584933. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies children puppets toys games  Cat nr 3120 -  $A17

MAKING RUSTIC ORIGINALS. Turning Furniture Finds Into Folk Art. Ruoff, Abby. Hartley & Marks, small quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 1999, 208 pages, illustrated. This is an American book but is packed with useful information and advice on how to transform 'yard sale specials' (garage sales in our terms) into state-of-the-art rustic originals. The book describes a comprehensive set of folk art and faux finishing techniques to complement your rustic revisions including: marbling - tinsel art - comb painting - decoupage - fern printing - verdigris - tin work - using twigs and bark - gold leaf - rag weaving -stencilling. Illustrated with innumerable line drawings and full colour photos. Slightest of edge wear, good solid clean copy. ISBN 0881791555. Keywords: rustic country furniture carpentry woodwork antiques collectibles collectables folk art handicrafts Cat nr 20733 -  $A23

MAKING TEDDY BEARS (Country Crafts). Kants, Jennie. London, Bloomsbury, octavo hardcover, 1994, 48 pages, illustrated.   Illustrated with diagrams and full-colour photos. Near-NEW with excellent dust-jacket. ISBN 1854714279. Keywords: teddy bears teddies craft crafts handcrafts hobbies toys  Cat nr 6572 -  $A22

MAKING TOY TRAINS IN WOOD. Lynn, Tim, Tom and Ginger. New York, Sterling Publishing, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1990, 128 pages, illustrated. A range of designs, including Puffing Billy. Well illustrated with a host of line drawings and B&W photos, together with a section of colour plates. Measurements are Imperial but there is a conversion chart for metrics in the front. A nice book but defaced a bit by a messily blacked-out name inside front cover. Otherwise good. ISBN 080696989X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts hobbies wood timber toys trains  Cat nr 20052 -  $A25

MAKING TRAYS WITH CANE. Lansdowne, A. Handcraft Supply Co (Aust) paperback (stiff pictorial card), 20 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with line drawings and B&W photos. Rather ancient paper snf cover bit grubby but otherwise o.k. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts hobbies trays cane canework  Cat nr 6913 -  $A12

MAKING YOUR OWN TOYS. Everything You Need to Know to Make Beautiful Toys. Peake, Pamela. Rodale Press (USA) quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1986, 160 pages, illustrated. A fabulous collection, illustrated with colour photos, with full instructions covering over 30 practical projects. Soft toys, wooden toys, mixed media toys and more. Has some small edge marks and a little wear but is fairly good and quite solid. ISBN 0878576231. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies toys timber felt activities children boys girls  Cat nr 7595 -  $A20

MAY GIBBS EMBROIDERY. Gibbs, May, and Alison Snepp. Bay Books Australia A4 Paperback (card), 1994, 80p, illsts.  Packed with bw and colour illustrations. Near-new copy. ISBN 1863780548. Keywords: craft crafts embroidery handcrafts handicrafts sewing hobbies  Cat nr 16128 -  $A19

McCALL'S BOOK OF AFGHANS. A new colleciton of design. Various contributors. McCalls, A4 paperback (magazine format), 1979, 48 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with colour photos. Some wear, but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies afghans sewing needlework  Cat nr 17561 -  $A15

McCALL'S SEWING IN COLOUR. Home Dressmaking, Tailoring, Mending, Soft Furnishings. McCall's. Hamlyn, A4 hardcover, 1971 reprint, 308 pages, illustrated.  A huge collection of reference material, fully illustrated. Some light edge wear, otherwise good solid copy with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0600024571. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing dressmaking tailoring repairs furnishings  Cat nr 8584 -  $A27

MISTY AND LIVELY CHINESE PAINTING. Yu-chen, Kao (chief editor). Taipei, National Museum of History, quarto hardcover, 1989, 96p, illsts. `A very attractive book, colour reproduction on heavy art paper, with English and Chinese explanatory text. Has a couple of small defects, including small corner bumps, but is basically a very good solid copy. Dust-jacket a little wrinkled at edges but fairly good. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts culture china far east asia asian artefacts artifacts history society art arts  Cat nr 10238 -  $A22

MODERN SOFT TOY MAKING. Hutchings, Margaret. London, Mills and Boons, quarto hardcover, 1971 reprint, 244 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Ex-library, plastic over dust-jacket, tape residue, general wear but appears to be intact.  Has many patterns at back, some fold-out, but there is no listing so cannot check; however they seem to be all there. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies toys playthings  Cat nr 5317 -  $A32

MODERN SPANISH BLACKWORK (Anchor Embroidery Book No. 755). Coats. Coats Sewing Group (UK) quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 28 pages, illustrated. Name on front, some general wear, but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies blackwork embroidery  Cat nr 8742 -  $A21

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                  Decorative Napkin FoldingMORE DECORATIVE NAPKIN FOLDING.  Oppenheimer, Lillian, and Natalie Epstein. Dover Publications, A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 1979, 42 pages, illustrated. An original production by Dover (mostly they do reprints). Illustrated with line drawings, B&W and colour photos. Minor wear, small name in front, otherwise good. ISBN 0486246736. Keywords: manners customs etiquette decoration  Cat nr 20631 -  $A12

MORE FREAKY FASHIONS. Great ideas for looking good. Archer, Caroline. Beaver Books paperback, 1989, 142p, illsts. This book is illustrated with sketches, no photos, but does have quite a big selection of ideas. Very good copy. Keywords: clothes clothing dress fashions women females  Cat nr 8107 -  $A14

MORE OF BLIZZARD'S WOODEN TOYS. Blizzard, Richard. London, BCA, large hardcover (approx. A4), pictorial boards, 1987, 215 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Another fabulous collection from the TV toy-building personality (on the BBC). Detailed diagrams, photos and instructions for nearly 30 models. Includes such old favourites as: Wally Woodpecker, Clarence the Clown, a dragon, pull-alongs, Boris the tank engine, rocking horse, dolls' house, tractors and more. The book has one tiny edge spot but is otherwise very good. Keywords: toys hobbies crafts handcrafts handicrafts timber wood woodwork carpentry  Cat nr 7867 -  $A37

NAPKINS. Caselton, Margaret. Ryland Peters & Small, square hardcover, spiral-bound, 1999, 152 pages, illustrated. Comprehensive study of this fascinating topic, fully illustrated with many colour photos, instructions, etc. Minor wear, very good. ISBN 190051883X. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts hobbies handcrafts napkins tableware  Cat nr 17193 -  $A22

NATURAL FRAGRANCES. Outdoor Scents for Indoor Use. Duff, Gail. Doubleday, small quarto hardcover, 1989, 153 pages, illustrated. Attractively illustrated with colour plates. The book has a bit of damp affectation, chiefly affecting the bottom of the cloth on the cover. Otherwise it is fairly good with a good dust-jacket. ISBN 0868243434. Keywords: scents perfume fragrances  Cat nr 17289 -  $A22

NATURE CRAFTS FOR KIDS. 50 Fantastic Things to Make with Mother Nature's Help. Diehn, Gwen, and Krautwurst, Terry. Discovery Toys/Sterling, quarto paperback (pictorial card), 1992, 144p, illsts. Very attractive book with many colour photos of kids engaged in the projects. ISBN 0806906693. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies child children boys girls activities  Cat nr 16427 -  $A22

NEEDLEPOINT PRIMER, The. Gilmore, Betty. Chilton quarto paperback, 1974 reprint, 147 pages, illustrated. Bw illustrations chiefly but has small section colour plates. Bad crease back cover and tendency to curl, otherwise fairly good copy. ISBN 0801958369. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing Cat nr 14659 -  $A22

NEEDLEPOINT. Trainer, Dixie Dean. Playmore Paperback, A4, 1978, 96p, illsts. From isntructions on basic stitches to complete projects. BW illsts on newsprint paper. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing hobbies  Cat nr 13458 -  $A15

NEEDLEPOINT. A NEW LOOK. Adler, Richard and Elizabeth. Lon, Sidgwick and Jackson, quarto hardcover, 1981, 176p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Very good copy with excellent red cloth and gilt lettering. Very good dust-jacket. ISBN 0283087979. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing stitches  Cat nr 4792 -  $A19

NEEDLEPOINT. The art of canvas embroidery. Rhodes, Mary. Octopus Books, large hardcover (approx. A4-plus), 1974, 144p, illsts, pictorial endpapers. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply; you will be emailed with details.) The book is good, the dust-jacket is a little frayed at edges but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing embroidery canvas  Cat nr 13612 -  $A22

NEW FASHION AREAS FOR DESIGNING APPAREL THROUGH THE FLAT PATTERN. Kopp, Rolfo, Zelin and Gross. Fairchild Publications (USA), spiral-bound, hardcover (boards), 1972, 247 pages, illustrated with line drawings. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Light wear and has a few marks and minor defects but is generally good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing  textiles cloth clothing  Cat nr 4338 -  $A32

NEW SINGER SEWING WITH A SERGER, The. Editors, Creative Publishing. Creative Publishing, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1998, 128 pages, illustrated. Very good copy of this book, which is fully illustrated with numerous clear photos. ISBN 0865733309. Keywords: sewing sergers stitches stitching accessories fabrics  Cat nr 18624 -  $A37

NEWNES COMPLETE NEEDLECRAFT. A Practical and Comprehensive Guide. Anon. Lon, Newnes Books, quarto hardcover, 1969, 248p, illsts. (Heavy book, postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Book bit grubby on edges, especially top edge. Dust-jacket frayed and scored but still useful. Keywords: needlecraft craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing hobbies  Cat nr 14081 -  $A19

NEXT TO NOTHING HANDCRAFT 2. Godwin, Jan, and Avice Butcher. Kangaroo Press, small quarto paperback (stiff card), 1983, 80 pages, illustrated. Over 140 new ideas for simple, inexpensive handcrafts most of which can be made easily and quickly by children of all ages. Light wear, small name inside front, otherwise good. ISBN 0949924466. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts children activities  Cat nr 19886 -  $A19

NINE ARTIST POTTERS. Littlemore, Alison, and Carlstrom, Kraig. Jack Pollard (Australia), small quarto hardcover, 1973, 167p, illsts. Damage inside front - creasing and two repaired tears, but doesn't affect the rest of the book which is good. Blue cloth a little spotted but fairly good, dust-jacket fairly good. ISBN 09099500296. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies art arts ceramics pottery sculpture artists  Cat nr 15239 -  $A17

NURSERY IN A WEEKEND (The). Simple step-by-step projects for maximum effect with minimum effort. Ryde, Roo. Merehurst Books, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1998, 88 pages, illustrated. A beautiful book, inspiring parents with the full-colour photos of what the nursery can look like with relatively simple techniques. Front cover creased but otherwise the book is good. ISBN 1853916218. Keywords: nursery children woodwork decor  Cat nr 18555 -  $A17

OBSERVER'S BOOK of SEWING (The) (Observer's Book 57). Tilling, Meriel. London, Frederick Warne, small hardcover, 1975, 190 pages, illustrated, decorated endpapers. Neat (and collectible) book of reference for the keen stitch-er-upperer. Illustrated throughout, and has some colour plates. Green cloth excellent as is lettering. Dust-jacket is sun-faded. But generally a fairly good solid copy. ISBN 0723215421. Keywords: observer's reference sewing needlecraft collectibles collectables tapestry crewel Cat nr 6784 -  $A15

ORIGAMI A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE. Harbin, Robert. Hamlyn quarto hardcover, 1975, 79p, illsts. Illustrated with a wealth of bw drawings as well as some colour plates. Greeting inside front, otherwise good solid copy with fairly good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies paper art  Cat nr 1905 -  $A17

Origami
                  in EnglishORIGAMI IN ENGLISH. Makoto, Yamaguchi. Billingual Books (Kodansha), paperback (plastic-finish pictorial card), 1998, 159 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with numerous sketches, details. Minor creasing to cover, otherwise very good.  ISBN 4770020279. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18089 -  $A15

ORIGAMI MAGIC. Temco, Florence. Scholastic, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1993, 64 pages, illustrated. Easy-to-follow instructions for over 25 origami projects, with a section of full-colour plates. WARNING: The original book came with a pack of coloured origami paper but this is missing. The book is otherwise good. ISBN 0590471244. Keywords: paper craft handcraft handicraft hobbies  Cat nr 18970 -  $A15

ORIGINAL DESIGNS FOR SMOCKING. Bradford, Jenny. Milner Craft Series, paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1993 reprint, 61 pages, illsts. Near-new condition. ISBN 1863510877. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies smocking sewing  Cat nr 4556 -  $A22

ORNAMENTAL ANGELS - The Easy, Elegant Ones. Capstick, Elizabeth. Lynn Paulin Step by Step Publication, A4 paperback, 10 pages, illustrated plus pattern sheet. A great selection, well illustrated with colour photos, together with large pattern sheet in centre of book. Fairly good. Keywords: angels craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts decorations ornaments  Cat nr 18564 -  $A22

OUR HERITAGE IN CROSS STITCH & EMBROIDERY. 24 Delightful Projects to Make. Garforth, Vivienne. Published by Simon & Schuster Australia, quarto paperback (pictorial card), 1993, 120 pages, illustrated. 'A collection of delightful projects to make. Inspired by the impact of European culture on Australian embroidery in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.' Includes: Family Tree Sampler, Gold Rush Patchwork Quilt Cover, and many more. A little edge wear but fairly good. ISBN 0731802772. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing  Cat nr 3979 -  $A22

OUR WORLD IN CROSS STITCH (Crafts for Kids). Greenoff, Jane. Kangaroo Press, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1993, 32 pages, illustrated. Designed for girls and boys aged under 10. Twelve easy projects, fully illustrated. Minor wear to boards, otherwise good solid copy. ISBN 0864175477. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing cross stitch  Cat nr 19565 -  $A15

OUTBACK JOURNEY for Porcelain Painters. Gilbert, Gladys. Kangaroo Press, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1985, 64 pages, illsts. Great book for craft workers, with many illustrations, some in colour. Good condition. ISBN 0864170270. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts ceramics pottery  Cat nr 4745 -  $A27

PAINTING CERAMICS. Harle, Lesley, and Willis, Simon. Doubleday Contemporary Crafts, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1991, 96 pages, illustrated. Attractive book with instructions and colour photos throughout. Very good copy except for a little foxing on a page or two. ISBN 0868244589. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies ceramic porcelain pottery designs  Cat nr 4994 -  $A15

PAINTING DECORATING BIRDHOUSES (bird houses). 22 step-by-step projects. Egan, Dorothy. North Light Books (USA), A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 1997, 128 pages, illustrated. Comprises 22 projects designed to beautify home and garden.  Illustrated throughout with full-colour photos and providing detailed instructions on achieving various interesting effects, e.g. stonework, scallops, flower petals, etc. Slightest of wear, good clean copy. ISBN 0891347372. Keywords: birds gardens furniture decor houses  Cat nr 21029 -  $A25

PAINTING WITH ELKE SOMMER. Sommer, Elke. Watson-Gptil A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 96 pages, illustrated. Issued in connection with a TV program. A fascinating instructional book but also an interesting display of the star's own very colourful paintings. Includes several pages out outlines for use by the budding artist. Something very different! Light edge wear, good. ISBN 082303884X. Keywords: art artists instruction movies film stars paintings painters  Cat nr 7162 -  $A15

PANSY DESIGNS FOR TRADITIONAL CRAFTS. Brearley, Deborah. Greenhouse Publications (Australia), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994, 106 pages, illustrated. A nice book which includes some lovely colour plates together with B&W photos and drawings. This copy has been stored poorly and had been bent over but is otherwise o.k. ISBN 0864364199. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts flowers pansies  Cat nr 18478 -  $A22

PAPER QUILLING. Beautiful Paper Filigree to Make in a Weekend. Johnston, Malinda.  Lark Books (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1998, 80 pages, illustrated. 'The Weekend Crafter' series. A beautiful book with many well-printed clear colour photos and line drawings. Very good copy, looks like new. ISBN 1579900135. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18788 -  $A22

PAPERTEC. How to make 25 original paper models. Hawcock, David. Golden Press, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1987, 140p, illsts. A very attractive book, with full-colour illustrations, diagrams and instructions. Very good with like dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies paper toys  Cat nr 13280 -  $A25

PARAGON CROCHET BOOK No. 106 - Coffee Mats, Shamrock Design Place Mats, Tea Cloths, Table Runners, Dressing Table Sets, Trolley Mat & Cosy. Paragon. Paragon, paperback, 15 pages, illustrated. Fairly good copy. Scarce! Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies crochet  Cat nr 8834 -  $A13

PASTEL FOR THE SERIOUS BEGINNER. Basic Lessons in Becoming a Good Painter. Blovits, Larry. Watson-Guptil Publications (USA), small quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 1896, 144 pages, illustrated. A stimulating book packed with colour illustrations and instructional material. Chapters include: Materials, Fundamentals, Getting Started, Still Life, Landscapes, Figures and Portraits, etc. Very good clean copy. ISBN 0823039072. Keywords: art pastels painting  Cat nr 20797 -  $A20

PASTEL PAINTER'S POCKET PALETTE. Cuthbert, Rosalind. Simon & Schuster, hardcover, pictorial boards, spiral binding, 1992, 72 pages, illustrated. Practical visual advice on how to crate over 600 pastel colours from a small basic range. Minor marks, very good copy of this very useful reference book. ISBN 0731803213. Keywords: art pastels colour color  Cat nr 18755 -  $A22

PATCHWORK (Sunburst Handguides). More, Hilary. Sunburst Books, hardcover (pictorial boards), 1995 reprint, 96 pages, illustrated. Neat, attractive book in very good condition with very good dust-jacket. ISBN 1857780469. Keywords: craft crafts handwork handiwork patchwork hobbies  Cat nr 18483 -  $A17

PATCHWORK. Australian Family Circle. Sydney, Aust Family Circle Magazine, no date, A4 Paperback (stiff card), 80p, illsts. Packed with full-colour illustrations. With diagrams and instructions. Well printed on art paper. Good copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing patchwork  Cat nr 3622 -  $A15

PATONS NICK-NACKS! Pattern Book 483. Patons. Patons & Baldwins (Aust), 28 pages, illustrated. Shows signs of heavy use but is intact and o.k. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies knits knitting patterns  Cat nr 8355 -  $A17

Patrick Lose's WHIMSICAL CROSS-STITCH. Lose, Patrick. Sterling/Chapelle A4 hardcover. 1994, 143 pages, illustrated/ Renowned artist and designer Patrick Lose produced this book 'for my daughter Katie, my greatest inspiration.' Bright, fun colours, simple shapes, happy images.  Illustrated with beautiful colour plates. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) Very good condition wih excellent cloth, etc, and good dust-jacket. ISBN 0806912928. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing cross-stitch  Cat nr 19534 -  $A27

PENGUIN HANDYMAN, The. Wiseman, Foster. Penguin paperback (PH9), 1945, 83p, illsts. Cover somewhat grubby and has bookseller's stamp on front cover, but book fairly good having regard to age and nature. Collectible curiosity value as well as practical value! Keywords: handyman hobbies craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 13955 -  $A17

PERFECT PATCHWORK. The Sew-Easy Way. Nichols, Margaret H. Sterling Publishing (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1993, 160 pages, illustrated. Some light edge marks but otherwise fairly good. ISBN 0806903589. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies patchwork  Cat nr 8326 -  $A22

PHOTO CRAFTS SOURCEBOOK. Projects and Ideas for Making Photos Fun. Klein, Laurie, and Livia McRae. Thunder Bay Press (California), A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 2004, 303 pages, illustrated. A gigantic collection of stimulating materials. How-to: Modify artwork by hand or computer, transferring to fabric, transferring to wood, transferring to stone and porous surfaces, transferring to polymer clay, hand colouring photos, making photo mailers, albums, frames, etc. Includes a Gallery of Art for Projects, i,.e. art you can use for your own projects. A beautiful book, colour printing throughout. Very good clean copy, looks like new. ISBN 1592232175. Keywords: photos photography art graphics design  Cat nr 20849 -  $A25

PICTURES FROM BARK. A fully illustrated guide to a creative craft - a fascinating hobby. Millard, Nancy. Sydney, Murray, quarto hardcover, no date, c.1970?, 65p, illsts. An interesting book with a lot of practical information, with numerous bw photos and sketches. A previous owner has stored pieces of bark and dried leaves among the pages; these have been removed and put in a plastic bag, which will be supplied with the book, however on some pages there are light markings where the leaves rested. Otherwise the book is solid and good with a good dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts pictures art  Cat nr 10853 -  $A19

PICTURES WITH FLOWERS. Clements, Julia. Lon, C. Arthur Pearson, octavo hardcover, printed boards, 1959 reprint, 103p, illsts. Has numerous bw photos and one tipped-in colour frontispiece. Some wear to edges and cloth, writing inside front, small stains. Fair only but intact. No dust-jacket. Keywords: flowers craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies art pictures  Cat nr 13624 -  $A15

PILLOW LACE OF THE EAST MIDLANDS. Luton Museum & Art Gallery. Paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1977 reprint, 51 pages, illustrated. An interesting book detailing the history of the lace-making in the area with numerous illustrations, photos and drawings of the lace and other aspects. Some light external wear, but good solid copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies lace lacemaking history  Cat nr 6471 -  $A22

PIN ON ME - CHILDREN'S CORSAGES. Anon. Simplicity A4 paperback (stiff card), 15p, illsts. Good copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies children  Cat nr 3119 -  $A13

PORTRAIT PAINTER'S HANDBOOK (The). A Studio Handbook. Harrison, Claude. London, Studio Vista, small quarto hardcover, 1968, 96 pages, illustrated. A practical book, illustrated with sketches, B&W and colour plates. Some wear but fairly good solid book with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0289368766. Keywords: art portraits painting sketching  Cat nr 20087 -  $A25

POTPOURRIS AND OTHER FRAGRANT DELIGHTS. Hériteau, Jacqueline. Penguin paperback, 1982 reprint, 136p, illsts. Browned paper, otherwise fairly good. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies flowers fragrance perfumes herbs spices recipes  Cat nr 1906 -  $A15

POTTER'S COMPANION, The. Birks, Tony. Collins octavo hardcover, 1974, 208 pages, illustrated. Light wear, good with fairly good dust-jacket. ISBN 0004118014. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts ceramics pottery  Cat nr 4316 -  $A17

POTTER'S GUIDE TO THROWING (The): Practical Handbook. Warshaw, Josie. Lorenz Books, small quarto paperback (plasticized pictorial boards), 2001, 96 pages, illustrated. Includes many colour photos printed on art paper. Has a few finger marks (potter?) but is otherwise very good. ISBN 0754806421. Keywords: pottery crafts handcrafts handicrafts ceramics hobbies  Cat nr 18943 -  $A22

POTTERY (Support Yourself Series). Mansfield, Janet. Fontana/Collins paperback (stiff card), 1986, 143 pages, illsts. A practical book - not only about pottery making but the business side of being a potter. How to make pottery both a pleasurable pursuit and a satisfying vocation. Very good - and scarce! ISBN 0006365752. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies business trade finance  Cat nr 5254 -  $A27

potteryPOTTERY FOR BEGINNERS. Vardon, Mollie. Adelaide, Rigby, octavo hardcover, pictorial boards, 1974 reprint, 64p, illsts. A simple introduction with illustrations. Name in front and some slight damage to front. Otherwise good. ISBN 085179016X. Keywords: pottery ceramics craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 2879 -  $A11

POTTERY FOR PLEASURE in Australia and New Zealand. Lissaman, Elizabeth. Sydney, Reed, small quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1977 reprint, 56p, illsts. An introduction to the craft, with numerous line drawing and bw photos. Minor edge wear, otherwise good. ISBN 058900297X. Keywords: craft crafts pottery ceramics handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 15699 -  $A12

POTTERY IN AUSTRALIA (periodical). Vol.12 No.2 - Spring. Garnsey, Wanda (editor). Potters' Society of Australia, 1973, 111p, illsts. Chief feature of this issue is an article: 'The Design and Operation of Two Small Downdraught Kilns Using LP Gas.' with large fold-out plan. Good copy with just light wear to covers. Keywords: pottery ceramics craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies kilns firing  Cat nr 13645 -  $A22

POTTERY MAKING. a complete guide. Dickerson, John. Viking hardcover, approx. A4, 1974, 152p, illsts. The book itself is fairly good with some marks and wear. Dust-jacket well worn and creased. Keywords: pottery ceramics craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 14715 -  $A25

POTTERY THROWING FOR BEGINNERS. Clark, Kenneth. Studio Vista, small hardcover (pictorial boards), 1970, 103 pages, illustrated. Externally a bit the worse for wear -stains, etc - but o.k. inside. Many illustrations, drawings and photos, with a few in colour. ISBN 0289797551. Keywords: pottery ceramics craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 17948 -  $A15

POWER TOOLS FOR HOME AND GARDEN. Purves, Frederick. Blandford Press paperback (card), 1972, 184 pages, illustrated. Published in co-operation with Black and Decker - for do-it-yourself enthusiasts. Includes decimal equivalents chart. Some edge wear but fairly good. ISBN 0713705612. Keywords: power tools machinery machines equipment handicrafts crafts hobbies  Cat nr 4986 -  $A13

Practical Australian OUTDOOR LIVING PROJECTS. Bowler, John, and Frank Gardner. Murdoch Books (Australia), octavo hardcover (stiff plastic), 2001, 215 pages, illustrated.  'Projects to help you make the most of outdoor living - step-by-step instructions to guide you through each project. Well illustrated, with line drawings, charts and photos. Minor defects, good solid clean copy. ISBN 1740457374. Keywords: handyman do-it-yourself furniture fittings ourdoors carpentry woodworking timber  Cat nr 20289 -  $A19

PRACTICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA OF PAINT RECIPES, PAINT EFFECTS & SPECIAL FINISHES, The. Cohen, Sacha. Lorenz Books, large hardcover, pictorial board, 1999, 256 pages, illustrated in colour. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Very good copy with slightly wrinkled and worn dust-jacket. Keywords: paint decor decoration decorating colour effects interior interiors  Cat nr 6298 -  $A42

PRACTICAL GUIDE TO DECORATIVE ANTIQUE EFFECTS, The. Sloan, Annie. Reader's Digest Assn (Australia), large hardcover (A4+), 1995, 128 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Well produced book with a wealth of useful advice and information, fully illustrated. Very good with good dust-jacket. ISBN 0895777940. Keywords: craft crafts furniture furnishings decor decorating antiques varnishing stencilling decoupage  Cat nr 7281 -  $A27

PRESENT AFFAIRS. Presents so beautiful you can't bear to unwrap them. Douglas, Angela. Lon, Ebury Press, approx. square, quarto hardcover, 1987, 96p, illsts. Attractively produced with full-page full-colour illustrations throughout. The book is very good, the dust-jacket a little less so. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies gifts presents packages packaging  Cat nr 14576 -  $A19

PRESSING FLOWERS. Whiston, Christine. Bloomsbury, octavo hardcover, 1992, 48 pages, illustrated. With colour plates, well printed. Near-fine with excellent dust-jacket. ISBN 1854711512. Keywords: flowers pressing craft crafts handicrafts hobbies handcrafts  Cat nr 3899 -  $A17

PRINTCRAFT MADE EASY. Jackson, C.V. A. Wheaton & Co (Exeter), paperback (linen finish), 1956, 32 pages, illsts. Is it a dying art? Interesting book with B&W photos and numerous line drawings. Includes: lino cuts, stick printed patterns, leaf printing, potato printing, carrot monograms, plaster, and much more. Bit bent and worn but fair and quite solid. And scarce! Keywords: art artists print printing craft crafts handcrafts hobbies tools  Cat nr 4389 -  $A27

PROCESSES IN DRESSMAKING. Gough, E.L.G. Sydney, Angus and Robertson, small octavo hardcover, 1949 reprint, 182p, illsts. A basic text. Light-coloured boards stained, book grubby and worn but intact. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing dresses clothes clothing dressmaking  Cat nr 7029 -  $A17

PURE FABRICATION. Fabric Ideas for the Home. Colvin, Maggie. Collins Australia, large hardcover (approx. A4), 1985, 191p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Attractive book illustrated with many colour photos and sketches. Star stamp on bottom edge. Red cloth excellent as is spine lettering; dust-jacket good. ISBN 0004900596. Keywords: fabrics craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts decor decoration homes home  Cat nr 15761 -  $A17

QUILT DESIGNS (No. 3175). Old Favorites - and New. Pieced Quilts and Appliqué Quilts.Aunt Martha. Aunt Martha's Studio, A4 paperback, 16 pages. Some wear but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts quilts sewing  Cat nr 3838 -  $A17

QUILT LOVER'S DELIGHT. Aunt Martha's Creation No. 3540. Anon. Kansas City, Colonial Patterns, A4 paperback, 16p, illsts. Patterns for Cutting Guides with complete directions. 7 Applique, 10 Pieced. Signs of wear but fairly good copy. And very scarce!Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies quilts sewing  Cat nr 5397 -  $A12

QUILTED CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES. Cross, Diana. National Book Distributors (Aust), A4 Paperback (card), 1993, 80p, illsts. With bw sketches and a few coloured plates. Very good copy except for greeting in front. ISBN 1863023143. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing clothes clothing  Cat nr 3108 -  $A15

QUILTING AND PATCHWORK. An illustrated pocket guide to over 40 beautiful patterns. Southern Cross. Southern Cross Decorative Craft Magazine, paperback (stiff card), 1983, 96 pages, illustrated. Attractive book with art paper and full-colour photos throughout - each design illustrated and detailed. Very good copy. ISBN 0949750042. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts quilting patchcraft  Cat nr 19215 -  $A13

QUILTS - MODERN - COLONIAL. (No. 3333). Aunt Martha. Aunt Martha's Studio, A4 paperback, 16 pages. Some wear but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts quilts sewing  Cat nr 3837 -  $A17

RAFFIA HAT MAKING. Fennell, Ann. Artsmart (Australia), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1992 reprint, 48 pages, illustrated. A complete step-by-step guide said to contain everything you need to know to make and decorate raffia hats. Many B&W photos with a small section colour photos. Very good copy. ISBN 0646051423. Keywords: raffia hats craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 18436 -  $A22

RAINY DAY KITES & FLYING OBJECTS. Robson, Denny. Books UK, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1991, 52 pages, illustrated. Very good condition except for child's name in front. Attractive book with colour illsts. ISBN 187161208X. Keywords: children boys girls activities kites flight toys  Cat nr 16389 -  $A15

RARE CARPETS FROM EAST AND WEST. Ferrero, Mercedes Viale (Introduction). London, Orbis Books, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1972, 64 pages, illustrated. A good selection of designs well printed in colour on art paper. The books has a tiny bit of wear and a small name in front, but it otherwise good. ISBN 0856131121. Keywords: carpets floor coverings floorcoverings art artists antiques collectibles collectables  Cat nr 8149 -  $A19

RIBBON EMBROIDERY. Joynes, Heather. Kangaroo Press, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1988 reprint, 38 pages, illustrated. With B&W and colour illustrations. Very good. ISBN 0864171846. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery hobbies  Cat nr 6003 -  $A17

ROCK AND STONE CRAFT. Creating Art and Functional Objects from Natural Materials. Sommer, Elyse. Crown Publishers, New York. Paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1973, 96 pages, illustrated. This book - hard to find in Australia - has a stack of projects, illustrated with 184 B&W photographs and 24 colour plates.  Minor wear, fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies stone stones  Cat nr 4642 -  $A22

ROSES IN CROSS STITCH. Alford, Jane. Merehurst A4 Paperback (stiff card), 1996, 48p, illsts. Near-new copy. ISBN 1853910635. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies cross stitch  Cat nr 15221 -  $A12

ROYAL DOULTON EXHIBITION 1979. Catalog. Anon. Square paperback (stiff pictorial card), 112 pages, illustrated, pictorial endpapers. Catalog issued by the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, Sydney, in conjunction with an exhibition of Royal Doulton ware. Well printed in B&W and colour on art paper. Except for a bit of a wrinkled effect on front cover, is good solid copy. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts china porcelain collectibles collectables  Cat nr 4683 -  $A32

SCIENCE IN A TOPIC: CLOTHES AND COSTUMES. Kincaid, Doug, and Coles, Peter. Hulton quarto paperback (pictorial card), no date, 64p, illsts. A quite fascinating educational publication. Intended primarily for children, with numerous simple experiments to help understand the science of clothes and fabrics, etc. Many illustrations. Front cover bit stained but otherwise good. Keywords: fabrics clothes clothing science costume costumes  Cat nr 8098 -  $A12

SCREEN PRINTING. The Beginner's Guide. Hollebone, Sarah. Adam & Charles Black, quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1990 reprint, 95 pages, illustrated. Illustrated with many B&W drawings and photos and a few colour plates. All about the equipment used, the stencils, the process, and more. Note: Ex-Library with plastic over cover and usual library markings, etc. but seems not to have been popular (the library sticker has but one date stamped on it!). Thus it is in very good condition except for cancelled library stamps and the sticker.  ISBN 0713623101. Keywords: screen printing prints  Cat nr 17632 -  $A15

SCULPTURE IN WOOD. Norman, P. Edward. Academy Editions/St Martin's Press, Paperback (stiff card), 1973 reprint of the 2nd Revised Ed (1962), 106p, illsts. Comprises large number of b&w photos, detailed text and information of tools required, etc. Minor defects, good copy.  Keywords: wood timber craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies carving sculpture art artists  Cat nr 14413 -  $A19

SEW EASY. Sewing of Knit Fabrics. Cooper, Phyllis. Cooper, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1970, 86 pages, illustrated. Light wear, good copy. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts hobbies stretch knit knits knitting  Cat nr 7639 -  $A22

SEW TOYS. Create your own soft toys with just two basic pattern pieces. Kemp, Rona. Kangaroo Press, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1995, 61 pages, illustrated. An excellent book, well illustrated with much use of colour. Very good copy. ISBN 0864177119. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies toys sewing  Cat nr 20137 -  $A20

SEWING CLASSIC CLOTHES FOR CHILDREN. Illustrated step-by-step instructions. Benton, Kitty. Macmillan/Hearst, A4 hardcover, 1981, 192p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply; you will be emailed with details.) A great book for anyone needing to provide children with period costume, etc. Many cute designs, with extensive detail and numerous illustrations - sketches and photos. Book little bumped on corners and slightly water-affected but no real damage. Dust-jacket worn, a little frayed, but fair. ISBN 0333338693. Keywords: clothes clothing children infants juveniles boys girls sewing classics period costume costumes  Cat nr 3888 -  $A27

SEWING FOR CHILDREN. Stylish Clothes for Every Occasion. Various Contributors. Conran Octopus large hardcover (approx. A4), Revised Edition, 1991, 80 pages, illustrated. Nicely illustrated with beautiful full-colour photos. Full instructions for about 20 projects. Originally published under the title 'Children's Clothes' - based on patterns for stylish clothes published in the French magazine, '100 Idees'. Very good condition with good dust-jacket. ISBN 185029321X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing children clothes dresses needlework  Cat nr 7950 -  $A20

SEWING WITH MYLOCK 2. Janome. Janome Sewing, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 40 pages, illustrated. Includes paper patterns for Knit Dress. Beautifully illustrated instruction book with range of designs using the overlocker. Near-new condition. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing overlockers  Cat nr 8501 -  $A21

SEWING WITH MYLOCK. Janome. Janome Sewing, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 40 pages, illustrated. Includes paper patterns for Knit Dress. Beautifully illustrated instruction book with range of designs using the overlocker. Near-new condition. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing overlockers  Cat nr 8500 -  $A21

SEWING WITH SERGERS. The Complete Handbook for Overlock Sewing. Book 1 (one).  Brown, Gail, and Palmer, Pati. Wisner Associates (USA) paperback, 1987, 128 pages, illustrated. The back cover is a bit stained (looks like it was stored on a steel shelf!) but otherwise the book is good and clean within.  ISBN 0935278117. Keywords: sewing machines overlockers  Cat nr 17652 -  $A12

SHELLS. 20 PRACTICAL INSPIRATIONS. Nicholson, Clare. Lorenz Books, square hardcover, pictorial boards, 1996, 64 pages, illustrated. Attractively printed with full-colour illustrations. Very good. ISBN 1859671497. Keywords: shells craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies seashells  Cat nr 3028 -  $A17

SIGNIFICANT USEFUL CHINESE TECHNOLOGY - CARVING. Yu-chen, Kao (chief editor). Taipei, National Museum of History, quarto hardcover, 1989, 88p, illsts. A very attractive book, colour reproduction on heavy art paper, with English and Chinese explanatory text. Has a couple of small defects but is basically a very good solid copy with fairly good dust-jacket. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts culture china far east asia asian artefacts artifacts history society art arts  Cat nr 10236 -  $A22

SIMPLE BASKETRY. Roffey, Mabel. Lon, Pitman, small hardcover, 1951 reprint, 91p, illsts. A useful guide with numerous bw photos. Well worn with a tatty dust-jacket. Fairly poor but all there. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies baskets basketry cane  Cat nr 2794 -  $A15

SIMPLE GARMENT MAKING. Dept of Education. Dept of Education (Queensland), paperback (stiff card), 1969, 64 pages illustrated. About 20 basic garments described and detailed. With sketches and measurements (in inches). A little grubby and age-stained but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts sewing garments clothing  Cat nr 19542 -  $A22

SIMPLE PROJECTS IN PATCHWORK. Grosshans, Catherine. Aurum Press/Crafty Hands, quarto Paperback (pictorial card), 1995, 46p, illsts. Includes sketches and attractive well-printed full-colour plates. Very good copy. Keywords: crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies recreations  Cat nr 10846 -  $A19

SIMPLICITY CATCH A DREAM. Decorations to Dream By. Simplicity. A4 paperback (stiff card), 16p, illsts. Good condtiion. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decor decorating  Cat nr 3112 -  $A13

SINGER SEWING FOR STYLE (Singer Sewing Reference Library). Singer. CY DeCosse Inc, USA, A4 paperback (stiff card), 128 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated and highly regarded reference book. Minor defects in this copy which is clean and solid. ISBN 0865732086. Keywords: sewing clothes garments crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 19532 -  $A17

SINGER SEWING FOR THE HOME (Singer Sewing Reference Library). Singer. CY DeCosse Inc, USA, A4 paperback (stiff card), 128 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated and highly regarded reference book. Minor defects in this copy which is generally fairly good. ISBN 0865732043. Keywords: sewing clothes garments crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 19531 -  $A17

SINGER SEWING WITH AN OVERLOCK (Singer Sewing Reference Library). Various Contributors. Cy DeCosse (USA), A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1989, 128 pages, illustrated. Near-new copy of this handsome, well illustrated book. ISBN 0865732477. Keywords: sewing craft crafts handicrafts hobbies overlock overlockers  Cat nr 18652 -  $A25

SMALL QUILTING PROJECTS. Seward, Linda. NY, Sterling Publishing, A4 hardcover, 1988, 128p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Some spots on edge, corner bumps. Dust-jacket is damaged. Fair only but all there. ISBN 0806967404. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies quilting sewing  Cat nr 14588 -  $A19

SMOCKING FOR PLEASURE. Bird, Madeline, and Prestedge, Margie. Lon, Merehurst Press, large (A4-plus) hardcover, 1986, 96 pages, illustrated. Attractive book with well-printed colour illustrations (including some delightful little girls looking very cute in their outfits) and B&W sketches. Boards a little warped from heat but otherwise good with good dust-jacket. ISBN 094807504X. Keywords: needlework sewing craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies clothes clothing  Cat nr 2513 -  $A19

SMOCKING IN COLOUR. Using the 'jigsaw method' of smocking design. McNess, Jan. Airds Books (Australia) A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994 reprint, 60 pages, illsts. Attractive book, well illustrated, including some charming colour plates of cute little girls modelling the clothes. Slight corner bumps but otherwise very good. ISBN 0947214208. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies smocking sewing children clothes clothing garments  Cat nr 4557 -  $A22

SMOCKING WITH A DIFFERENCE. 16 refreshingly different, new and stylish 'Jigsaw' smocking designs. McNess, Jan. Airds Books (Australia) A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994, 56 pages, illsts. Attractive book, well illustrated, including some plates in colour. Shirts, playsuit, towels, wall hangings, and more. Slight corner bumps but otherwise very good. ISBN 0947214399. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies smocking sewing clothes clothing garments  Cat nr 4559 -  $A22

SOFT FURNISHINGS FOR THE BEDROOM. Fishburn, Angela. Batsford (UK) Craft paperback, small quarto (stiff pictorial card), 1988, 143 pages, illustrated. Well illustrated, with many line drawings, B&W and colour photos. Very good copy. ISBN 0713454563. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies furnishings bedrooms rooms  Cat nr 4877 -  $A15

SOFT FURNISHINGS WITH YOUR OVERLOCKER. A step-by-step creative guide to over fifty projects. Maritz, Linette. New Holland, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1993, 80 pages, illustrated. Attractively illustrated with full-colour photos. One tiny square cut from front endpaper (previous-owner's name?), otherwise very good clean copy. No dust-jacket. ISBN 1853682535. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing  Cat nr 18228 -  $A19

SOFT TOYS. (Glen Pownall's Creative Leisure Series). Pownall, Glen. Seven Seas Publishing, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1974, 80p, illsts. Has sewing and knitting details, diagrams and photos - some in colour. Some outer wear, small name in front, but basically a good solid copy. No dust-jacket. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts clay hobbies toys  Cat nr 15235 -  $A22

SPACE AGE SEWING WITH KNIT & STRETCH FABRICS. BEVKNIT. Bevknit Fashion Centre. Bevknit Fashion Centre, A4 paperback (card), no date, 110 pages, illsts. Course 1: Space age sewing with knit and stretch fabrics and multisized patterns. Bit worn but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts sewing knits knitting  Cat nr 3829 -  $A17

STAINED AND DECORATIVE GLASS. Morris, Elizabeth. Tiger Books, London, A4 hardcover, 1988, 128 pages, illustrated in full colour. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) A beautiful book with a wealth of photos and information on the topic. Printed on quality paper. Black cloth and spine lettering good. Dust-jacket a little worn but fairly good. ISBN 1855010801. Keywords: glass decor decoration building art craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 4166 -  $A27

STAINED GLASS. An Illustrated History. Brown, Sarah. Bracken Books, large hardcover (A4-plus), 1995 reprint, 196 pages, illustrated. A fabulous book, with over 200 photographs throughout - B&W and the majority in colour, detailing the history of stained glass. Black boards and spine silver lettering excellent, dust-jacket just a trifle worn. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 1858911575. Keywords: art crafts history glass religion windows decor architecture  Cat nr 19621 -  $A37

STENCIL COLLECTION (The). CLASSIC BORDERS. Collins, Julie. Merehurst (UK), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1997, 32 pages, plus ready-to-use stencils. Beautiful production in full colour with some basic instruction and many attractive stencils to use. Near-new condition. ISBN 185391696X. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies stencils  Cat nr 8324 -  $A17

STENCIL COLLECTION (The). TRADITIONAL BORDERS. Philo, Maggie. Merehurst (UK), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 2000, 32 pages, plus ready-to-use stencils. Beautiful production in full colour with some basic instruction and many attractive stencils to use. Near-new condition. ISBN 1853918822. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies stencils  Cat nr 8323 -  $A17

STENCILLING MADE EASY. A Complete Beginner's Guide. Sheen, Joanna. Parragon Books, A4 hardcover, spiral binding, pictorial boards, 1995, 101 pages, illustrated, plus templates at end. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) A well setup books with a wealth of illustrations. Good copy. ISBN 0752510878. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies stencilling stencils  Cat nr 17711 -  $A22

STENCILLING. A practical and inspirational guide to decorative ideas. Malone, Joanne. Greenhouse Publications A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1991, 132 pages, illustrated. For interiors, furnishings, clothing, stationery and more. Illustrated with a wealth of drawings, patterns and colour photos. A very nice book! Minor edge wear, good solid copy. ISBN 0864363311. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decor decoration  Cat nr 4209 -  $A25

STENCILLING. Techniques for Interiors, Furniture & Objects. Visser, Jill, and Flinn, Michael. Greenhouse Publications, quarto paperback (pictorial card), 1988, 128p, illsts. Attractive book, well printed, with many colour illustrations. Some corner wear but fairly good copy. ISBN 0864361963. Keywords: stencils stencilling design craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies Cat nr 2524 -  $A17

STEP-BY-STEP CLOTH. Craig and Hilton. Rigby (Aust) A4 Paperback (card), 1978, 45p, illsts. Essentially intended for kids' projects I think. Packed with ideas and colour illustrations. Bit damaged on edges, cover and corners and some stains. Fair only but intact. ISBN 0727009206. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies felt glue sewing cards puppets Cat nr 14590 -  $A13

STEP-BY-STEP MODELS. Allen and Boase. Rigby (Aust) A4 Paperback (card), 1978, 45p, illsts. Essentially intended for kids' projects I think. Packed with ideas and colour illustrations. Fairly good. ISBN 0727009214. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies clay beads masks  Cat nr 14589 -  $A13

STORYBOOK DOLLS. Janitch, Valerie. Faber oversize paperback (pictorial card), 1979, 80 pages, illustrated with colour plates.  Detailed instructions and plans for characters including: Queen Guinevere, Maid Marion, The Wicked Fairy, Titania, Little Miss Muffet, Snow White, Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Mary-Mary, Lucy Locket, Old Mother Hubbard, etc.  With introductory advice on methods and materials. Illustrated with full-colour full-page photos. Minor wear. Fairly good copy. ISBN 0571113141. Keywords: dolls crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies collectibles collectables  Cat nr 10533 -  $A15

STORYBOOK FAVOURITES IN CROSS-STITCH (favorites). Souter, Gillian. Ken Fin, A4 hardcover, 1996, 128 pages, illustrated. Detailed instructions with sketches and colour photos. Light wear, good solid clean copy with good dust-jacket. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 1875975060. Keywords: cross-stitch crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing  Cat nr 19483 -  $A27

STRINGS AND THINGS 4: BAG BUNNIES. Various contributors. Leisure Arts A4 paperback, 14p, illsts. 18 projects with ideas for garlands, baskets, centrepieces, wreaths, and more. Good copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 3118 -  $A13

STUNNING STITCHES. With Original Patterns. Andersen, Primrose. William Heinemann Australia, A4 hardcover, 1988, 141 pages, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply. You will be emailed with details.) Illustrated by Sandy Ross. Has greeting inside front (previous owner) and is also signed by the author on the half-title.  Edges of boards a little worn but the book is basically a good copy. The dust-jacket is a trifle wrinkled at edges. ISBN 0855611820. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing stitches  Cat nr 6294 -  $A22

TAPESTRY WEAVING. Brooke, Jess. Adelaide, Rigby, octavo hardcover, pictorial boards, 1975, 64 pages, illsts. Front cover has small area damage, otherwise the book is fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts tapestry weaving  Cat nr 4267 -  $A19

TEACHING CHILDREN EMBROIDERY. Butler, Anne. Lon, Studio Vista, small quarto hardcover, 1964, 56p, illsts. Packed with illustrations - sketches and photos. Well used copy, ex-library but fair. Dust-jacket reasonably good. Some tape residue on cover and dust-jacket. Ex-library copy with cancelled stamps. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies children school education teaching  Cat nr 2515 -  $A22

TEACHING TODAY - WOODCRAFT. Hughes, Gwen. Lon, Batsford Educational, quarto hardcover, pictorial boards, 1981, 72p, illsts. Well illustrated. Very good. ISBN 0731439602. Keywords: wood timber craft crafts hobbies teaching Cat nr 2398 -  $A25

TEDDY BEAR CRAFT BOOK, The. Hall, Carolyn Vosburg. Van Nostrand, A4 hardcover, 1983, 158 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) This is an ex-library copy with the usual cancelled stamps, plastic over cover, library stamp one edge, some grubbiness, etc, but all pages have been checked and the book is fully intact.  Packed with information, patters, photos. ISBN 0442236166. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies toys teddies teddy bears  Cat nr 7165 -  $A31

TEDDY BEAR LOVERS CATALOGUE, The. Menten, Ted. Ebury Press (UK) A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1984, 144 pages, illustrated.  An attractive catalog  with a wealth of B&W and colour illustrations, including quizzes and various other material. The certificate and documentation pages have not been filled in. The book is a bit bent from poor storage but is otherwise good. ISBN 0852233973. Keywords: teddy bears teddies soft collectibles collectables catalog  Cat nr 7757 -  $A18

TEDDY BEARS IN CROSS STITCH (Cross Stitcher Magazine's Book of). Jenkins, Steven. Future Books (UK), quarto hardcover pictorial boards, 1994, 55 pages, illustrated. Illustrated in colour & BW, Minor defects, good solid clean copy. ISBN 1859810403. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies   Cat nr 17680 -  $A27

THAT QUILT HAS A STORY (Author signed). Ginn, Robyn, with the Collaboration of Alan Ginn. Brisbane, Boolarong Press, hardcover, approx. A4, square, 1994, 149 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) A beautiful book dedicated to the art of the quilt by a master (or mistress?) of that art. Fully illustrated throughout with full-colour plates accompanied by descriptive notes. It also has attractive decoration around the pages. The book is in very good condition, with clear plastic neatly taped down over a good dust-jacket. Signed by author on Title Page. Scarce! Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies quilts sewing art  Cat nr 7594 -  $A42

THÉRÈSE DE DILLIMONT'S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF NEEDLEWORK & EMBROIDERY. Gostelow, Mary (editor). Alphabooks (UK), large octavo hardcover, 1982, 192 pages, illustrated. A famous 19th century German work, brought up to date. With over 300 illustrations. The dust-jacket is well worn and rubbed but the book itself is excellent, with good cloth, etc. ISBN 0906670276. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies needlework embroidery   Cat nr 6398 -  $A27

THIMBLES OF AUSTRALIA. Including Thimbles of the World with an Australian Connection (Author signed). Gowan, Sue Jean. Kangaroo Press, small quarto paperback (stiff card), 1998, 135 pages, illustrated. Such fascinating things people collect. When she was young my daughter started a collection of car dipsticks! I think thimbles are a better option! Well illustrated with a stack of B&W photos. Sad to know the Kangaroo Press imprint has departed from our publishing scene. They produced some great books - and unusual ones like this present volume. Signed by author on title page. Almost no wear, good solid clean copy. ISBN 0864179464. Keywords: collectibles collectables thimbles accessories unusual  Cat nr 19903 -  $A40

THINGS TO MAKE WITH PAPER. 187 FUN PROJECTS. Munson, Don, and Rosse, Allianora. NY, Galahad Books, large quarto hardcover, 1970, 176p, illsts. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Some edge marks. Dust-jacket, lightly taped down, is somewhat damaged. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies paper  Cat nr 8101 -  $A22

THIRD TONIA TODMAN COLLECTION, The. Todman, Tonia. Sally Milner Publishing, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1995, 112 pages, illustrated. Tonia Todman is Australia's leading craft expert. Another big collection of creative craft ideas. Good copy. ISBN 1863511911. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 7859 -  $A19

THROWING ON THE POTTER'S WHEEL - A Complete Handbook. Sellers, Thomas. Professional Publications (Ohio) A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994 reprint, 80 pages, illustrated. A popular book with a wealth of B&W photos and instructional text. Three major parts - Tools and Clay (with Development of the Wheel, Accessory Tools, Choice of Clay). Then - Fundamentals of Throwing (including Centering, Opening, Making a Cylinder, and more, and finally: Specific Shapes, witn adozen or more objects described and explained. Minor edge wear, small name in front, area of damage on front (sticker removed) otherwise fairly good copy. [No ISBN] Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts pottery ceramics hobbies Cat nr 6751 -  $A15

TIE-DYEING AND BATIK. Anderson, F. (editor). Octopus Books, small quarto hardcover, 1974, 128p, illsts.Illustrated with line drawings and colour photos. Good with good dust-jacket. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies clothes clothing dyes dyestuffs fabrics  Cat nr 2947 -  $A19

TIN CRAFTS. Over 20 Creative Projects for Home. Maguire, Mary. Lorenz Books, quarto hardcover, 1999, 96 pages, illustrated in colour. An attractive craft book, with colour photos through, and instructions. The book is in very good condition, the dust-jacket almost as good. ISBN 1859678866. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts hobbies handcrafts tin metal metalworking metallurgy  Cat nr 4058 -  $A19

TINY TREASURES - FLOWERS. Thompson, Yve. Millennium Books, octavo hardcover, pictorial boards, 1996, 64 pages, illustrated. Tiny heirlooms in cross stitch, beading, paper craft, decoupage, Fairisle knitting, and embroidery. A handsome small book, attractively illustrated. Very good with very good dust-jacket. ISBN 1864290773. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 17084 -  $A20

TITTMOUSE COTTAGE DESIGNS. Make your own irresistible chareacters from easy-to-follow, full-size patterns. Brooke, Christine. Greenhouse/Penguin quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1992, 56 pages, illsts. Illustrated with colour plates and B&W sketches and patterns (fullisize). Near-new copy. ISBN 0864363435. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts hobbies characters patterns  Cat nr 4543 -  $A22

TONIA TODMAN SEWING COLLECTION (The). Todman, Tonia. Millner A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 128 pages, illustrated. Another in the well-known series of books from this writer. Illustratins include many colour plates. Very good copy. ISBN 1863511997. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 8320 -  $A19

TONIA TODMAN'S STENCILLING BOOK. Todman, Tonia. Sally Milner Publishing (Australia), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1996 reprint, 60 pages, illustrated. Excellent collection of designs by the well-known broadcaster & TV personality. Includes information o techniques, an extensive section of actual designs and a section of colour photo plates. Very good copy. ISBN 1863510982. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies stencils stencilling designs decor  Cat nr 8687 -  $A15

TOUCH OF BOUQUET. A Craft Book. Marsh, Tracy. Adelaide, Tracy Marsh Publications, A4 Paperback (stiff card), 1987 reprint, 83p, illsts. Illustrated in bw and colour, with patterns. Slight edge wear, otherwise very good copy. ISBN 0959017437. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decor decoration homes  Cat nr 13860 -  $A12

TOUCH OF DÉCOR. A Craft Book. Marsh, Tracy. Adelaide, Tracy Marsh Publications, A4 Paperback (stiff card), 1987 reprint, 89p, illsts. Illustrated in bw and colour, with patterns. Slight edge wear, otherwise very good copy. ISBN 0959017410. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies decor decoration homes  Cat nr 13859 -  $A17

TOWN AND COUNTRY COLLECTIONS - BEARS. Anon. Federal Publishing Australia, A4 Paperback, 34p, illsts. Attractive magazine-style book with colour illustrations without. Good copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies toys bears  Cat nr 11922 -  $A17

TOYS AND DOLLS FOR COLLECTORS. King, Eileen. Hamlyn paperback, 1973, 159p, illsts. Bit the worse for wear externally, with staining to cover, etc, but o.k. within! Keywords: toys dolls collectibles collectables hobbies  Cat nr 2609 -  $A15

TOYS FROM ALICE IN WONDERLAND. Hutching, Margaret, with Doris Cook. London, Mills and Boon, quarto paperback, 1979, 127 pages, illsts. A fascinating book - designed for use by beginner through to experienced toymaker, gives clear instructions, diagrams and photos for 17 soft toys - characters associated with Alice in Wonderland. Great idea! Minor wear to boards and edges. Solid. ISBN 0263064107. Keywords: toys alice wonderland lewis carroll crafts craft handicrafts handcrafts hobbies  Cat nr 3648 -  $A22

TRADITIONAL COUNTRY CRAFTS. Jenkins, Alison. London, Burlington Press, large square hardcover (approx. A4)A stack of projects with many colour photos, etc. Some loss of colour bottom edge cover boards, otherwise fairly good with fairly good dust-jacket. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 1853486418. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts folk folks country  Cat nr 4922 -  $A19

TRADITIONAL FOLK ART. A Complete Guide to Painting Folk Art. Klepatzki, Janet. Simon & Schuster Australia, small quarto paperback (stiff card cover), 1994 reprint, 112 pages, illustrated. A beautiful book, attractively illustrated with colour plates. Guidance for 37 projects, with outline drawings for these. There is also a section of general information about folk art painting. Very good clean copy. ISBN 0731802217. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies folk painting  Cat nr 21013 -  $A12

TRADITIONAL KNITTING. Textured & Multicoloured Knits for All the Family. Anon. Murdoch Books, A4 paperback (stiff card), 111p, illsts, decorated endpapers. Coloured plates throughout. Minor wear, frnt cover bit creased, otherwise good. ISBN0864111940. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts handcrafts knits knitting hobbies  Cat nr 3110 -  $A22

TRICKS FOR T-SHIRTS. Epstein & Shapiro. Scholastic, paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1977, 128 pages, illustrated. A fairly simple book intended (presumably) for young people with suggestions and ideas to improve t's and so on. Some wear, mark on front cover, but fair. ISBN 0590104276. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 17572 -  $A12

TWO-HOUR DOLLS' CLOTHES. Crane, Anita Louise. New York, Sterling Publishing, A4 hardcover, pictorial boards, 1999, 128 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Fully illustrated in colour, with details, instructions, diagrams, etc. Very good, near-new copy. No previous-owner's name. Excellent dust-jacket as well. ISBN 0806938897. Keywords: craft crafts handicrafts clothes dolls sewing  Cat nr 18470 -  $A27

TWO-HOUR TEDDY BEARS. Crane, Anita Louise. Sterling/Chapelle A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 2000, 128 pages, illustrated. A beautiful book with many lovable teddies seen in full colour with instructions and patterns. Very good condition. ISBN 0806943270. Keywords: teddies teddy bears toys craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies Cat nr 5214 -  $A27

UNDERSTANDING WOOD FINISHING. How to Select and Apply the Right Finish (Revised & Updated Edition).  Flexner, Bob. Readers Digest Family Handyman series, A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 2005, 308 pages, illustrated. A huge book, packed with information and fully illustrated. This edition fully updated with new material and informaiton on techniques. Includes 40 must-have reference tables and trouble-shooting guides. Minor edge and corner wear, but otherwise good clean copy. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) ISBN 0762106808. Keywords: wood timber carpentry woodwork crafts handicrafts hobbies furniture finishing  Cat nr 20877 -  $A30

UNICRAFT Book 2. Introducing Plastic Motifs for Embroidering. Anon. Semco, paperback (stiff pictorial card), 19 pages, illustrated. Detailed instructions. Illustrated with colour photos. Some wear and some staining towards back but fairly good. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies embroidery  Cat nr 17926 -  $A22

WARM AS WOOL, COOL AS COTTON. Natural Fibers & Fabrics & How to Work With Them. Houck, Carter, and Parker, Nancy. Seabury (USA), quarto hardcover, 1975, 96p, illsts. Cloth a little faded but book solid. Dust-jacket frayed and worn but fair. ISBN 0816431361. Keywords: wool cotton fibres fibers cloth sewing craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 16196 -  $A19

WATERCOLOR PAINTER'S PROBLEM BOOK. (watercolour) - Twenty Problem Subjects and How to Paint Them. Hill, Tom. Watson-Guptill Publications, USA. Large hardcover (A4-plus), 1979, 144 pages, illustrated. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) A fantastic book for any budding painter. Step-by-step instructions and illustrations show how to deal with problems in watercolour painting. Examples - creating storm clouds, fog, ocean waves, window-glass, reflections in water, and so on. MANY illustrations, mostly in colour. The book is a little worn but has fairly good maroon cloth and excellent spine gilt lettering. Name in front. Dust-jacket worn and stained. All pages have been checked and there are no missing illustrations or pages, etc. ISBN 0823056775. Keywords: art artists painters painting problems watercolour watercolor  Cat nr 4920 -  $A37

WATERCOLOURS. Improve Your Painting and Drawing. Parramon, J.M. and G. Fresquet. Fountain Press, quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 3rd Edition, 1977, 118 pages, illustrated. With loose large print by Fresquet. Light wear to edges, minor creasing to cover, etc, but fairly good. ISBN 0852420927. Keywords: art painting watercolours  Cat nr 19038 -  $A22

WEAVING YOU CAN USE. Wilson, Jean. Van Nostrand Reinhold, A4 paperback (pictorial card), 1975, 136p, illsts. Practical book packed with illustrations, a few in colour. Some edge and corner wear but fair. ISBN 0442295472. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 3887 -  $A19

WEEKEND CARPENTER (The). Over 25 Simple and Stylish Pieces to Make For Your Home. Gardner, Phillip. New Holland, A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 1999, 144 pages, illustrated. The perfect book for both new and experienced amateur carpenters wanting to make practical and stylish pieces for their home. 25 original designs, including a child's bed, chair and footstoll, shelving, wardrobe, coffee table, and more. Clear simple instructions, with diagrams and photos. Minor defects,  good copy. ISBN 1859741045. Keywords: wood timber carpentry woodwork crafts handicrafts hobbies furniture  Cat nr 20876 -  $A20

WEEKEND PAINTER, The. Martin-Barbaz, J. Lon, Stanley Paul, octavo hardcover, 1960, 190p, illsts. Instruction for amateur painters. Extensive text, limited illustrations. Well worn, bit sun-faded on cloth, dust-jacket frayed, etc. Fairly good. Keywords: art artists painter painting hobbies  Cat nr 1318 -  $A15

WILD FLOWERS IN CROSS STITCH. Watts, Shirley. Merehurst A4 Paperback (stiff card), 1995, 48p, illsts. Near-new copy. ISBN 1853912018. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies cross stitch  Cat nr 15219 -  $A15

WILLIAM MORRIS STENCIL BOOK (The). Stencil Designs to Use Around the Home. MacCarthy, Mary. Simon & Schuster Australia, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1996, 128 pages, illustrated. A beautiful and inspiring book. Designs drawing on the Arts and Crafts Movement which in turn took its cue from the famous artist-designer William Morris (1834 to 1896). Packed with full-colour illustrations, together with instructional notes, etc. Very good copy. ISBN 0731805801. Keywords: stencils craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 19210 -  $A32

WINDOW STYLE BOOK (The). A Complete Guide to the Art of Window Treatments. Gary, Linda. Large hardcover (about A4), published by Merehurst Press, 1988, 157 pages, illustrated in colour.(Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Fairly good with fairly good dust-jacket. Weighs 908 grams. ISBN 0948075953. Keywords: decor decoration windows houses handicrafts handcrafts furnishings  Cat nr 3457 -  $A25

WOMAN'S WEEKLY KNITTING BOOK. Smith, Marion. Wattle Books, quarto hardcover, 1983, 141 pages, illsts. Over 40 attractive garments to knit selected by the Knitting Editor of Woman's Weekly. Illustrated with colour photos. Green cloth and gilt spine lettering excellent. Two very tiny corner bumps. Dust-jacket fairly good. ISBN 0600305546. Keywords: knitting knits garments craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 3104 -  $A17

WOMEN'S DAY HANDICRAFT GIFTS. Chalker, Jill. Octopus Books, A4 Paperback, 1979, 96p, illsts. Well illustrated in colour. Minor marks, creases, basically good copy. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts gifts hobbies  Cat nr 14580 -  $A17

WONDERFUL BABY QUILTS TO MAKE. Richards, Pat. Friedman/Fairfax Publishers, large hardcover (approx. A4), 1997, 120p, illsts. (Heavy book set - postage additional to standard rate may apply: you will be emailed with details.) Diagrams and colour photos throughout. Small name in front, otherwise very good with fairly good dust-jacket. ISBN 1567994008. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies babies infants quilts nursery  Cat nr 3892 -  $A27

WONDERFUL WORLD OF PLASTER FINISHING. Broadwater, Elaine. Craft Course Publishers (USA), A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1974, 23 pages, illustrated. How to decorate plaster in numerous interesting ways. Has some good illustrations. Scarce! Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies plaster  Cat nr 7094 -  $A37

WOODCARVING TECHNIQUES & PROJECTS. Johnstone, James B. Sunset Publishing (USA), A4 paperback, 1992 reprint, 79 pages, illustrated. Light wear, fairly good. ISBN 0376048050. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies woodwork woodcarving  Cat nr 19260 -  $A15

WOODCARVING. DESIGNS, MATERIAL, TECHNIQUE. Sack, Walter. Van Nostrand, paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1973, 96 pages, illustrated. Ex-library with usual cancelled stamps, some general wear, but fairly good. ISBN 0442299826. Keywords: wood carving crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 18925 -  $A17

WOODEN TOYS. Step-by-Step Plans for Over 50 Colourful Toys. Nielson, Ingvar. Kangaroo Press (Australia), square hardcover, approx. quarto, pictorial boards, 1992, 79 pages, illustrated.  Flying animals, hobby horses, acrobats, mobiles, tumblers, games, and more. Complete with plans, instructional information and full-colour photos of the finishes items. Except for minor staining endpapers, is very good. No dust-jacket (probably issued without one). ISBN 0864174845. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies toys  Cat nr 8744 -  $A27

WOODWORKING FOR EVERYBODY. Shea, John G. Van Nostrand, A4 hardcover, 4th Edition, 1970, 200 pages, illustrated. Detailed instruction book illustrated with a large number of line drawings and B&W photos. (Heavy book - postage additional to standard rate may apply to foreign orders: you will be emailed with details.) Fairly good condition but lacks dust-jacket. Keywords: crafts handcrafts handicrafts woodwork carpentry  Cat nr 19535 -  $A27

WOODWORKING FOR IDIOTS LIKE ME. With 60 Woodworking Projects. Rich, Dr Bob. Air Books (Australia), small quarto paperback, 1994, 194 pages, illustrated. Dr Bob Rich's personal account of his transformation from fumbler to fixer and, he says, we can do it! Includes 60 woodworking projects described with 100s of practical tips, etc. Minor creases, generally good solid clean copy. ISBN 09467214410. Keywords: crafts handicrafts handcrafts timber carpentry woodwork  Cat nr 20784 -  $A15

WOOLCRAFT. A Practical Guide to Knitting and Crochet. Patons. Coats Paton (Aust) Ltd, quarto paperback (stiff pictorial cards), 82 pages, illsts. Signs of much use with some notes written inside front cover, but otherwise fair. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies sewing knitting knits clothes clothing garments  Cat nr 8208 -  $A22

WOOLGATHERERS' HANDSPUN PATTERN BOOK, The (Revised Ed). Albury Wodonga Handweavers & Spinners Guild. Albury, small quarto paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1985 reprint of Revised Edition, 1983, 64 pages, illustrated. This copy has occasional marks and is a bit worn on edges and bent at corners but is fair. ISBN 9594238. Keywords: spinning weaving craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 6648 -  $A21

WOOLLY JUMPERS. Includes 21 Easy-to-knit Australian designs. Gemmell, Liz. Lloyd O'Neil, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial cards), 1982, 88 pages, illustrated. Has some turned-down page corners and is a bit worn and grubby but is intact. Well illustrated. ISBN 0855504501. Keywords: wool knitting jumpers  Cat nr 8940 -  $A15

WORKING WITH HANDPLANES (hand planes). Editors of Fine Woodworking. The Taunton Press, A4 paperback (stiff card cover), 2005, 153 pages, illustrated. Attractive, informative book, fully illustrated with colour photos, etc. Very slight edge wear and slight creasing front cover, otherwise good clean copy. ISBN 1561567486. Keywords: wood timber carpentry woodwork crafts handicrafts hobbies equipment planes  Cat nr 20872 -  $A20

WREATHS 'ROUND THE YEAR. More than ninety inspiring wreaths to make and enjoy. Cusick, Dawn, and Pulleyn, Rob. Sterling/Lark quarto hardcover, 1990, 111pages, illsts. A beautiful book illustrated with attractive colour photos. With many tips from expert wreath-makers, ste-by-step instructions, etc. Brown boards and gilt lettering excellent. Small name in front, slight staining to endpapers, dust-jacket has minor marks but is good. ISBN 0806974699. Keywords: flowers wreaths decor decoration craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 1998 -  $A22

WREATHS AND GARLANDS FOR EMBROIDERY. Joynes, Heather. Kangaroo Press, A4 paperback (stiff pictorial card), 1994, 64 pages, illustrated.  Attractive, well printed book with B&W & colour illustrations. Minor corner wear, good copy. ISBN 0864176406. Keywords: craft crafts handcrafts handicrafts hobbies  Cat nr 4546 -  $A19

ZIG ZAG STITCHERY. Various contributors. Lon, Marshall Cavendish, large hardcover, approx. A4-plus, 1984 reprint, 58p, illsts. Well-printed colour illustrations throughout. Near-fine copy with near-fine dust-jacket. ISBN 0863072135. Keywords: zig zag zigzag zig-zag sewing crafts handcrafts handicrafts  Cat nr 10886 -  $A15


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