Crafts & Hobbies

When their voices were silenced and other avenues were closed off to them, women used the tools they had—often a needle and thread—to seek freedom.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER | WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER | USA TODAY BESTSELLER READ BY THE AUTHOR Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at Reba's life and learn tips to savor life's simple pleasures with the people you love most. The best things in life are really not that fancy. This audiobook...

After two New York Times bestsellers, Nick Offerman returns with the subject for which he's known best—his incredible real-life woodshop—in a program that includes five original songs. Nestled among the glitz and glitter of Tinseltown is a testament to American elbowgrease and an...

From a Tony Award-winner and the star of TV’s Younger, funny and intimate stories and reflections about how crafting has kept her sane while navigating the highs and lows of family, love, and show business (and how it can help you, too). "An inspiring memoir about overcoming fear, finding true...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER LONGLISTED FOR THE 2025 ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN NONFICTION A captivating memoir that immerses readers in the life of a Scottish carpenter as he perfects his craft, builds a business, and reflects on what inheritance and shared responsibility really mean. The...

In this moving tale, Bonnie’s quilting shop goes out of business just as her divorce approaches....

A fast-paced account of the year Clara Parkes spent transforming a 676-pound bale of fleece into saleable yarn, and the people and vanishing industry she discovered along the way....

What makes a stone a jewel? What makes a jewel priceless? And why do we covet beautiful things? Listen to find out....

Wear just 33 items for 3 months and get back all the JOY you were missing while you were worrying what to wear. In Project 333, minimalist expert and author of Soulful Simplicity Courtney Carver takes a new approach to living simply--starting with your wardrobe. Project 333 promises that not...

Do you want to start your own candle business quickly...without wasting time or money...even if you have never made a candle before? I know what you are thinking, you are seeing a lot of homemade candle companies popping up....

Handmade is a profound meditation on the eternal value of manual work, creativity, human fallibility, and the stubborn pursuit of quality work....

“Orenstein is such a breezy, funny writer, it’s easy to forget she’s an important thinker too.”—People In this lively, funny memoir, Peggy Orenstein sets out to make a sweater from scratch—shearing, spinning, dyeing wool—and in the process discovers how we find our deepest selves...

In tales from 21 knitters, Clara Parkes examines a subject that is irresistible to us all: the yarn stash....

A globe-spanning history of sewing, embroidery, and the people who have used a needle and thread to make their voices heard, Threads of Life is an evocative and moving book about the need we have to tell our story....

The inspiration for the TV show At Home with Amy Sedaris, here is a hilarious, helpful, and informative guide on how to entertain. Are you lacking direction in how to whip up a swanky soiree for lumberjacks? A dinner party for white-collar workers? A festive gathering for the grieving? Don't...

In this book my goal is to explain to you in simple terms how to create great natural and organic candles and not just make any candles....

In this book, I explain how to make soap and give you a few simple recipes too. But you will not have a great business if you are just making carbon copies of a few other soaps of other people....

Journeying across the English-speaking world, Robert Penn meets craftsmen with rare skills and a knowledge of the properties of ash developed over millennia....

Updated with an introduction by Joe Manganiello and extensive new content for the 50th Anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons, the fascinating and authoritative history of Dungeons & Dragons that “tracks D&D’s turbulent rise, fall, and survival, from its heyday in the 1980s…to the 21st...

Create change in the world with this inspiring guide to social activism, from the artist and craftivist behind Badass Cross Stitch. Craftivism, or the space where art and activism meet, is a powerful, ever-evolving social justice movement that continues to grow and diversify as more voices and...

It iѕ аlwауѕ a bеаutiful feeling tо create ѕоmеthing аll by уоurѕеlf. Sewing ѕеrvеѕ as аn opportunity to explore уоur creative side....

The inspirational memoir from the star of OUR WELSH CHAPEL DREAM and THE GREAT POTTERY THROWDOWN 'During downtime on the pottery throwdown Keith made my hair curl with some of his tales - he's a great raconteur and recounts his story in this book as he does in real life - with joy, charm &...

Metals and How to Weld Them (1954) by T.B. Jefferson and Gorham Woods is a practical manual which describes the structure of various metals used in industry, their mechanical and physical properties, and the processes and procedures necessary for welding them....

The Lost Flock is the story of the remarkable and rare little horned sheep, known as Orkney Boreray, and the wool-obsessed woman who moved to one of Scotland’s wildest islands to save them....

From “The Internet’s Mushroom Auntie,” a stunning memoir and illustrated field guide with recipes that shows us how to find ourselves through the edible wild world all around us. Foraging is becoming increasingly popular, from TikTok to tasting menus at the most exclusive restaurants...

Unleash the power of purposeful creativity in the classroom with "Creating with Purpose," a groundbreaking guide that transforms traditional learning into an engaging, hands-on experience. Dive into the world of Project-Based Learning (PBL), where creativity and education intersect to shape dynamic and effective teaching. This comprehensive guide is perfect for educators looking to inspire and challenge their students through real-world projects. Begin with an insightful introduction to the philosophy behind PBL, exploring the manifold benefits of hands-on learning and the pivotal role ...

Nothing is as thrilling as finding cool (and often valuable) stuff right under your feet. So grab this guide and get ready to dig up more and more finds. Packed with helpful information on making your search successful and exciting, The Metal Detecting Bible serves up step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and useful photos that can turn you into a professional treasure hunter.

Container spells are used for all sorts of purposes and, despite their antiquity, are an increasingly popular style of spellcasting. Ingredients are generally found in the home and are personal to the creator. Containers may be portable, such as mojo hands or charm bags. They may also be stationary, such as honey jar spells, which involve placing items into a jar, covering them with honey, closing the lid, and then burning a candle on top of the jar.

Unlock the timeless wisdom and artful craft of traditional homesteading with "Homesteading as History," a captivating exploration into the heart of breadmaking and its profound role in our past and present. This unique guide invites you to travel back in time, rediscovering the forgotten practices that sustained our ancestors and can still nurture us today. Begin your journey with the foundational “Forgotten Art of Breadmaking,” where you’ll uncover the ancestral relationship with bread, from the selection of heritage grains to mastering traditional kneading techniques. Venture into ...

You know that woman—the one who always looks effortlessly stylish, perfectly current, and completely herself? She's not following every trend. She's following a system. Welcome to the book that finally teaches you how to think about trends rather than just what to wear. If you've ever stood in a fitting room wondering why a trend that looked amazing on everyone else makes you look like you got dressed during an earthquake, this book is for you. If you've ever bought something "on trend" only to watch it languish unworn in your closet, this book is for you. If you've ever felt like fashion...

Transform the magic of your favorite books into tangible wooden masterpieces! "From Storybook to Sawdust" is the definitive guide for woodworkers, parents, educators, and literary enthusiasts eager to bring beloved narratives to life. Dive into the art of creating intricate miniature dioramas and scenes directly inspired by classic literature and cherished children's stories. This book goes beyond basic crafting, teaching you specialized woodworking techniques to sculpt detailed landscapes, architectural elements, and characters in miniature. Learn to visualize stories in three dimensions, ...

Unlock a world of shared creativity and wonder with 'Storybook Woodcraft Adventures for Kids'! This unique guide empowers parents and children to build enchanting mythical realms together, one delightful wood project at a time. Forget generic crafts; discover simplified designs for fairy doors, miniature dragons, wizard wands, and more, all crafted to spark imaginative play and storytelling. Learn basic tool safety adapted for young artisans, explore how to select wood for magical effects, and add captivating finishes that bring storybook scenes to life. From choosing the perfect wood for a...

The Gentle Quilter: Sewing Without Pressure, Comparison, or Guilt Quilting was never meant to feel stressful. Yet in a world of social media perfection, constant inspiration, endless patterns, and unspoken expectations, many quilters find themselves overwhelmed, discouraged, and quietly burned out. The Gentle Quilter is a soft place to land. This comforting, beautifully written book invites you to step away from pressure, comparison, and creative guilt—and return to the peaceful joy that first drew you to fabric and thread. Through gentle reflections, heartfelt encouragement, and deeply ...

If you’ve ever dreamed of combining creativity, craftsmanship, and the calming power of water, then HowExpert Guide to Underwater Basket Weaving: The Ultimate Handbook for Aquatic Basketry, Submerged Weaving, and Deep Water Basketry is your gateway to mastering this unique art form. This step-by-step guide takes you on an inspiring journey through the unique craft of underwater basket weaving, blending relaxation, mindfulness, and creativity with the added challenge of working beneath the surface — a practice unlike any other.

Discover how fashion is evolving beyond the physical world and into the digital frontier. Digital Couture: Unveiling the Future of Virtual Fashion and NFTs explores how virtual clothing, avatars, blockchain technology, and NFTs are reshaping style, identity, ownership, and sustainability in the modern digital economy. From immersive virtual wardrobes to NFT-powered fashion marketplaces, this book guides listeners through the rapidly growing ecosystem of digital fashion.