Bintou's Braids Bintou wants braids. Long, pretty braids, woven with gold coins and seashells, just like her older sister and the other women in her family. But she is too young for braids. Instead, all she has are four little tufts of hair; all she ever gets are cornrows. However, when Bintou saves the lives of her two young cousins and is offered a reward of her choosing, Bintou discovers that true beauty comes in many different forms. Rich, earthy illustrations and a heartwarming story capture the spirit of a West African village in this wise tale about a girl who learns she's perfect just the way she is
The book every crocheter has been asking for -- a complete collection of crocheted embellishments that are sure to add a special touch to crocheted or knitted projects. Here you'll find a wide variety of colorful borders and decorative bands, dimensional flowers from life-like roses to dainty daisies, elegant tassels, charming beads, all types of fringes, versatile cords and braids, ruffles and curls, and much more. Easy-to-follow instructions and nearly life-size photos of each piece make this book by Jean Leinhauser a classic for every needleworker's library.
This book contains over 200 tying techniques comprehensively illustrated in step-by-step photographs throughout. All the key knot types are covered, including bends, hitches, bindings, loops, mats, braids, rings and slings.
This book provides a comprehensive exposition of the theory of braids, beginning with the basic mathematical definitions and structures. Among the many topics explained in detail are: the braid group for various surfaces; the solution of the word problem for the braid group; braids in the context of knots and links (Alexander's theorem); Markov's theorem and its use in obtaining braid invariants; the connection between the Platonic solids (regular polyhedra) and braids; the use of braids in the solution of algebraic equations.
Knitting Never Felt Better: The Definitive Guide to Fabulous Felting
Nicky Epstein offers the best guide to felting. Using ten chic garments and more than 150 stunning sample swatches as examples, she covers the top techniques for turning wool yarn into vibrant and dense textures. Before and after shots show how different fabrics react to the process, and there are patterns, stitches, and techniques for lace, mosaics, cables, plaids, checks, and quilting.
