Frank Carlson Library

Learn how to use classic quilt design elements and mix them into 50 new and unique 12" blocks.

"Upcycle that unwanted wood! The New Pallet Book updates a unique woodworking book with 25+ new ways to take a stack of pallets and put them to use. Join home improvement author Chris Peterson for a complete guide to deconstructing and repurposing pallets. This edition, with tons of new content and more than 50 projects and ideas, features everything from dead-simple builds like pathway pavers and a mug holder to more challenging projects like a recycling...

"Granny squares are to crochet what pieced squares are to quilting. They originated with pioneer women using up precious scraps of yarn to make blankets for their families, and over the years, many recognized, named patterns have been handed down from one generation to the next. Beyond this treasury of 75 different granny square motifs, Margaret Hubert shows the evolution of the granny square, how it can be used and interpreted in different ways with...

Quilting gets a rustic modern treatment in this 20-project sewing book that celebrates American trade quilts, with touches of Native and early American influences. The timeless style of these DIY designs will inspire quilters of every skill level to make cozy style statements for their home or office. Clear, step-by-step instructions detail how to use inventive techniques such as coffee staining and bleaching to achieve a perfectly distressed vintage...

"Pick your favorite kilt and make a tartan quilt!"--Back cover.

A guide to weaving beautiful projects with small and simple tools. Weaving is an exciting and increasingly popular craft that doesn't have to involve gigantic looms and inaccessible patterns. In Simple Weave, Kerstin Neumüller shows weaving techniques using tools that are easy to make yourself and often small enough to fit in a pocket. Packed with inspiration for those who have never woven but are eager to try, as well as for experienced weavers...

"Who says creepy can't be cute? With this impressive amigurumi collection you can unlock a whole new world of creatures and cryptids in all their scaryadorable glory. From classic cryptids like Cthulhu, Nessie and Mothman to paranormal paragons like Zombies, Werewolves and Nosferatu himself, there's no end to the delightful terrors you can create. These 40 unique patterns capture each creature's quirks like the majesty of dragons' wings, Medusa's...

Celebrate the time-honored tradition of quilting! This breathtaking collection honors the never-ending passion of one of America's greatest art forms and promises to carry the quilting tradition through the generations. You'll enjoy over 200 colorful pages filled with: - Quilting history from 1830 to 1950 - Full-size patterns, yardages, and instructions to reproduce 10 antique quilts - 70 bed quilt diagrams - Over 150 block and border color options...

Quick and easy doesn't mean boring, as this vibrant crochet guide attests. Twenty-four simple patterns, each of which can be finished in 24 hours or less, include garments, bags, and home accessories. They're easy to pick up whenever you have a few moments to spare - but they're hard to put down! You'll be amazed at what you can create in such a short time. Patterns include stylish hats, scarves, sweaters, and purses as well as afghans, doilies,...