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The LBD is classic fashion failsafe. But where to find one which is tailor-made, that fits you perfectly and complements your body shape? The answer is to make it yourself! This book begins with the materials and sewing techniques you need to get started. It then shows you how to construct and fit a body block, based on your personal measurements.

An illustrated guide to new approaches to woodturning and carving. Three basic chapters are followed by 12 illustrated projects covering decorative marks, lettering, low-relief and pierced-relief carving, working in the round and shaping. Advice is given on tools and how to sharpen them.

Includes 20 projects that are suitable for various levels and four matching purse designs that can be adapted to any bag. This book includes patterns for various bags and all have seam allowances added already.

Contains step-by-step instructions for sewing four party dresses. This title shows how to construct a body block and fit personal patterns to suit different body shapes.

A compilation of projects and plans from "Furniture and Cabinetmaking" magazine, offering practical guidance, approaches and tricks of the trade. It includes 30 varied projects that range from a simple dining table to an ambitious Robert Adams-style breakfront bookcase, and cover various tastes and abilities.

Helps readers to learn how to make bookracks and bookends, rustic picture frames, kitchen utensil containers, a jewellery box and CD cabinet. This book guides readers through the design and making process, giving them the skills they need to become efficient carvers, whilst gaining insight into woodcarving traditions, practice and craftsmanship.

Pyrography, the art of 'drawing with fire' by burning designs onto a medium, is an ancient craft practised worldwide. This book presents 25 pyrography projects in easy-to-follow step-by-step style, that are suitable for the beginners to masters. The techniques are explained and illustrated in full colour throughout.

Bringing together a collection of designs that pyrographers can adopt for their own use, or for one-off sales, these 79 pages contains drawings and hundreds of original designs, tracing and adapting designs, transferring designs onto wood, types of wood, and colour and finishing.

Step-by-step instructions to making seductively finished boxes, all made from single pieces of English hardwood. A unique feature of the designs is that all other components, including the hinges, are also made entirely from wood. Over 200 colour illus.

Tatting beautifully enhances clothes, jewelry, soft furnishings, and other accessories. Explore the potential of this centuries-old craft with a collection of charming, innovative designs. More than 40 original patterns, shown in color photographs and diagrams, will enchant you. "This excellent collection of designs is recommended for public libraries."--"Library Journal."

Features 24 original projects, conceived and presented by some respected carpenters in the industry. Organised into four sections, this book represents the major styles of furniture design. An introduction for beginners to these styles, it is fully illustrated in colour with 24 of Ian Hall's airbrushed artwork, 200 photographs and instructions.

This is a step-by-step guide to both the art and the craft of woodturning. It explores all the most popular shapes used by woodturners today, and the wide variety of timbers which can be used to create them.

The emphasis throughout is on graceful, well-proportioned forms, and on the sympathetic use of a wide range of materials - including some which are usually overlooked. More than 100 pieces are described and illustrated.

A guide to turning pens and pencils, a popular aspect of woodturning. Through step-by-step text and photography, the authors describe the history, techniques and projects, plus various ways of approaching the task. The projects include a twist pen, a click pencil, and a tapered rollerball.