Popular beader Jamie Cloud Eakin uses bugle beads to make her fun, fantastic pieces, and she’s showing other crafters how to do it, too! The techniques—from weaving into beadwork to using
Every unique photograph begins with an original point of viewThe first book in a brand-new photographic series—shot mostly by amateurs—about seeing the world from a brand-new perspe
The Canon EOS Rebel X line of consumer-oriented D-SLR cameras has made its indelible mark on the market. Canon sells tons of these models—and that’s why the Magic Lantern Guides and DVDs
It’s hip to be crazy for cozies! This latest entry in thesuccessful Pretty Little series elevatesthe cozy from humble to cool, as crafters everywhere embrace it as the latest sewing
Most amateurs dream of taking professional-quality portraits; Steve Sint can show them how. After shooting over a million portraits, he has a wealth of knowledge to share, on everything from the basi
Crafters of all levels and types will delight in this visual feast.Few artistic pursuits lend themselves to free-form creativity like collage: using paper, cloth, old maps, memorabilia, and more, any
If you can cut and roll a strip of paper, you can quill! Paper quilling is enjoying a bold resurgence, with artists reinterpreting and revitalizing the technique with exciting new ideas. These 50 div
From ultra-feminine and vintage chic to whimsically colorful and downright oddball, these pincushions redefine the form. And that’s sure to attract the many creative sewers and crafters who hav
This isn’t just another crochet project book; it’s an exploration of the craft’s creative possibilities! Designer Dora Ohrenstein closely examines crochet’s three basic variab
Trying to find the perfect clasp or unique bead cap to showcase a favorite bead? Stop searching?and make your own! Metalworking 101 for Beaders provides detailed advice about tools and materials, ste
Raku is an ancient ceramics technique enjoying a modern-day renaissance. This groundbreaking new entry in the highly successful 500 series demonstrates the vitality and invention of today's ra
This classic book in Lark Jewelry & Beading's Beadweaving Master Class series features two dozen spectacular jewelry designs from renowned master beading teacher Marcia DeCoster. DeCoster speciali
Versatility, innovation, inspiration—that’s what The Masters series offers crafters, with an engaging and up-to-date survey of the finest contemporary work by approximately 40 leading art
All that glitters here IS gold—and it’s gorgeous! Thisaddition tothe popular Masters seriesfocuses on a topic—gold jewelry—with mass appeal to a wide audienc
One look at these breathtaking suspended neck ornaments, and it’s clear why Lark’s series of jewelry design books has become so wildly popular. Every pendant is a masterful work of art, whether it’s s
No soldering is required to make these metal necklaces, rings, bracelets, and earrings; they’re cold-connected, or crafted with such easy-to-learn skills as piercing, sawing, riveting, and join
What’s the big new phenomenon, with legions of devotees? Making lovable stuffed monsters! Influenced by the popularity of Japanese animé and video game culture, urban illustration and desi
Woodcarving is fun, any way you cut it! Whether your interest lies in chip, incised, pierced, relief, sculptural, or architectural carving-or if you'd just like to whittle your weekend away-here's wh
More artists make necklaces than any other form of jewelry—and these pieces are among the most exquisite ever created. Selected from over 5,000 entries, they range from unique chokers to artful
