Hobbies are activities you do in your leisure time for enjoyment, and they can be just about anything. From a sport, to knitting, to painting, or even building things, try out a new hobby or reacquaint yourself with an old favorite.
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The Art and Craft of the Blacksmith is an introduction to the tools, techniques, and traditions every modern smith needs to know. This title includes projects from fundamental skills to advanced forging as well as a gallery showcasing inspiring artists using innovative techniques today.
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Home improvement pro Chris Peterson shares a variety of creative designs for birdhouses and bird feeders that are approachable for beginning woodworkers, and includes customizations for more skilled carpenters. Once you’ve built your bird home enjoy watching local birds appreciate your design.
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This title introduces the basic pen strokes, the most frequently used scripts, and guidelines for writing each one, with 12 step-by-step projects. Useful tips include everything from ruling up to write, letter spacing, sharpening nibs, and essential design skills to experimenting with unusual new tools techniques.
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Use traditional decorative knotwork with beads and pendants to create over 40 projects. This title includes information about the historical origins of the knots used, the materials and equipment needed, and techniques for weaving the knots.
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Anyone who has spent serious time outdoors knows that in survival situations, wild plants are often the only sustenance available. The proper identification of these plants can mean the difference between survival and death. This book describes habitat and distribution, physical characteristics, and edible parts of wild plants—the key elements of identification.
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Relive your childhood with this illustrated guide to recreating classic architectural styles using only LEGO bricks. The author includes suggestions for how to customize the buildings and create something completely new.
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Discover a fresh, new take on the traditional craft of knotting and bring the boho vibe into your home with this collection of 24 stylish macramé projects. Learn all the basic macramé knots with the knot tutorial library so you can get started with your favourite projects, whether it's a simple hanging plant holder or a stunning statement arch for a wedding or special celebration.
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Fletcher provides step-by-step instructions on how to create marbled paper and silk projects based on the four basic marble patterns. Learn to create marbled designs for home décor, clothing, stationery, ceramics, and more.
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Have you ever wondered how to capture a swarm of bees? Predict the weather by the clouds? Darn a pair of socks? Anyone curious about the myriad ways people have taught themselves to make, grow, and build things will find everything they’ve ever wondered about in this colorful book. This title contains useful and intriguing visual tutorials including how to carve a turkey, create a butterfly garden, set up a dog agility course, keep a nature sketchbook, navigate by the stars, and more.
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Melissa Lowry shows readers how to embellish their home with the quick and easy art of punch needle embroidery. This title provides patterns and simple step-by-step instructions to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Unlike traditional embroidery, knitting and crochet, there are no complicated stitches or special techniques. Slip the yarn into the needle and punch through the fabric to create a textured design.
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Onion and avocado skins, chamomile and birch bark, and nettles and acorns can produce lovely, ethereal colors and effects. The Wild Dyer demystifies this eco-conscious art, focusing on foraging and growing dying materials. Easy-to-follow instructions illustrate how to make eight household items, from a drawstring bag to a gardener's smock and a reversible patchwork blanket.
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Learn how to create 15 woven masterpieces with a modern twist from a professional weaver. Follow the illustrated techniques section at the beginning of the book to master the basics before you delve into Elena's simple yet sophisticated designs. Discover how to make a cardboard loom, thread a shop-bought loom, dye wool using natural dyes, make homemade jersey yarn, wind pompoms.