I love so many of the books by Storey Publishing so I was so excited when Kari Chapin contacted me a while back to interview me for a book she was writing for them. (If you love well written “how to” books that are also beautiful to look at, you should take a look at […]

Sponsored Content Using a serger can seem pretty intimidating, but Simple Serger Sewing edited by Julie Johnson is full of tips, techniques, and good information to ease your nerves and get you stitching in no time. The book covers a lot of basics like tension setting and different types of stitches; things that are translatable […]

Sponsored Content Start With Scraps by Carol E. Loessel is definitely one of those books that will become many crafters’ best friend. Not only will it help you use up all that scrap fabric hanging around, but it will do so in a way that doesn’t just create MORE scraps! Many times, a project focusing […]

Many Craftsters love to read, sometimes as much as they love to craft. The problem with loving both of these rewarding activities is that it’s almost impossible to do them both at the same time. Many of us have to budget our time nearly as carefully as our money. Luckily there is a solution to […]

A Rainbow of Stitches features over 1,000 patterns for embroidery and cross stitch, arranged in color themes. Each color corresponds to a style (Green: bright, fresh, lively. Pink: sweet yet chic. Blue: timeless delights. White: a touch of elegance.). This provides for a variety of styles and themes, making this a great book for holiday […]

Do you love those miniature foods made from polymer clay that you see posted here on Craftster? Would you like to make your own tiny food charms? What’s not to like about tiny, fancy food with no calories? It’s all sweet and no regrets! With this book you can easily follow the step by step […]

In The Picture Framing Handbook professional framer Andy Parks sets out to demystify the process of framing photos, art, and other objects. He lays out the equipment and techniques to make framing an accessible project for beginners or those experienced in framing. His clear, illustrated, step-by-step tutorials will give you the knowledge and courage to […]

Crochet Adorned by Linda Permann just might change your life. OK, maybe not your life, but definitely your wardrobe and probably your appreciation of crochet. It is absolutely chock full of awesome ideas to revamp your clothes and your home with crochet embellishments. Linda includes easy instructions and plenty of background information, so even a […]

We are happy to introduce another book and free project excerpt from our sponsors at Watson Guptill. This book, Clay So Cute by Sherri Haab, is geared to 8-12 year old girls, and makes it fun for crafty Moms, Grandmas, and even Big Sisters to involve the tweens in their lives in crafting. The projects […]

I have a new goal: become friends with Trond Anfinnsen. Having just read his fun new book, HatHeads I have concluded that Trond is a generous, fun, talented and entertaining guy, who made hats for everyone he knows! This book not only includes 50 knitted hat projects, but some very interesting stories about Trond and […]

OK, I admit it. I have been admiring those gorgeous kanzashi flowers around for a few years now, and I have been afraid to try them. I have swapped and bought a few, and looked up tutorials, but I have been afraid to try. There, I said it. Can you still respect me? Well, I […]

Scott David Plumlee’s second book, Chain and Bead Jewelry: Creative Connections, New Techniques for Wire-Wrapping and Bead-Setting covers eight techniques for creating chain maile and wire wrapped jewelry with beads. Each technique includes several projects which acquaint the reader with the technique, using a basic project (usually earrings) and then increase in difficulty as skills […]

We are very happy to introduce another book from our awesome sponsors at Potter Craft. This one is Paperie for Inspired Living, by graphic designer Karen Bartolomei. This lovely book is full of elegant paper projects for sophisticated entertaining. Using examples of festive occasions, such as a Parisian dinner party, wine tasting, Oscar Night party, […]

If you are a lover of gemstone jewelry, this book is a must-have. The simple designs really let the gems take center stage. Nancy Alden, the cofounder of Beadworks gives clear instructions for making these uncomplicated but beautiful pieces, as well as information about a wide variety of gemstones available for a broad range of […]

This book by Lorna Miser, of Lorna’s Laces, features projects she has made to commemorate the important relationships in her life. The stories are heartwarming, and the photography is exquisite. The stories behind each project are very personal, and range from funny to sad, and often spiritual. It’s a book of inspiration from life and […]