Plain and functional, the average sock is more necessary than accessory. But Lion Brand Yarn: Just Socks transforms this often overlooked footwear into a personal statement with patterns for unique socks like colorful Autumn Roadside Socks, Fair Isle Heart Socks, and toasty Moccasin Slippers. Anything but basic, these socks are fun to make and fun to wear. Just Socks features: • projects for women, men, and children • 30 original designs to knit and crochet • easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams • colorful photographs and clear illustrations
Seed Bead Stitching: Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques (2007)
"Beadwork is a puzzle with infinite solutions," says author and bead artist Beth Stone. In Seed Bead Stitching, she explores the myriad possibilities for creating jewelry with colorful seed beads and beautiful accents such as pearls and gemstones. Step-by-step photographs and illustrations guide readers through the basics of classic stitches and inventive variations, showing them everything they need to create gorgeous beaded jewelry. For beginners, there is an introduction to the basics of beads, threads, and bead-stitching techniques; for intermediate and advanced beaders, there are creative variations and lesser-known stitches.
By reading you Learn How to make the projects that are functional as well as decorative. You will follow the step by step directions on how to create the animals described and make a one of a kind creation of your own. Look at the Precious Kitty on the cover and let your imagination wonder thinking of places you can
In addition to her talents as a comedienne and actress, Lucille Ball was one of Hollywood's most stylish women. Now twenty-five of her iconic outfits from the classic television series I Love Lucy-fanciful Fifties housedresses, sequined evening sheaths, tapered slack sets, and smart tailored suits-are reproduced for the first time in full color and exact detail in this 64 page paper-doll book. This beautifully designed volume features two removable doll figures and twenty-five detailed cut-out ensembles worn by the character Lucy Ricardo as she found herself in all manner of hilarious situations.
