creative publishing international fall 2010

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Fall/Winter 2010

Creative Publishing international

Voyageur Press is best known for our regional books, whether they’re regional looks at travel and natural history or music, gardening, astronomy, weather, culture, country living, and more. This regional focus makes our books unique and different, setting them apart from other titles on similar subjects. And we are the leading publisher on railroads and farm tractors.

Zenith Press is the history, current affairs, science, and aviation imprint of the Quayside Publishing Group and publishes both hardcover and paperback narrative and illustrated books. Zenith’s primary area of interest is American military history, current events, and science and space.

Walter Foster Publishing is dedicated to preserving the high standards and superb quality customers expect. We believe artists are eager to learn, to sharpen their skills, and to experience new artistic horizons. Our mission is to provide the tools to accomplish those goals. We offer step-by-step books and kits for kids and adults that are accessible, entertaining, affordable, and informative.

Rockport Publishers creates beautifully illustrated source books for professional designers and artisans of all types. Rockport’s books present the best in design work from around the world and bring readers inside the world’s most talented design and art studios to see how the work gets done and the inspiration that lies behind each finished piece.

Quarry Books provides practical, general reference in categories such as artisan crafts, pet care, and hobbies. Quarry’s sophisticated books are defined by exquisite full-color photography, illustration, and informative text.

Quiver is a boutique imprint that offers books and card decks for couples wanting to take their sex lives to the next level. Quiver’s books celebrate erotic pleasure and intimacy through beautiful, sophisticated photography and inspiring text.

Creative Publishing international publishes photographic step-by-step how-to books, including titles on home improvement, home decorating, sewing, crafting, hunting and fishing. Our list of over 300 titles includes best-selling series of books with nationally recognized brand partners Black & Decker®, John Deere®, Orvis, and SINGER®.

Fair Winds Press offers nonfiction books in a range of practical categories, including nutrition, fitness, parenting, beauty, treating sickness, mental health, and using new medicine. In addition, a range of history titles is the first new step in this expanding program.

Motorbooks is one of the world’s leading transportation publishers, covering subjects from classic motorcycles to heavy equipment to today’s latest automotive technology. We satisfy our customers’ high expectations by hiring top writers and photographers and presenting their work in handsomely designed books that work hard in the shop and look good on the coffee table.

Quayside Distribution Services, a division of Quayside Publishing Group is the world’s largest distributor of enthusiast subject titles, offering the most comprehensive assortment of books, calendars and videos of interest to the enthusiast. We are focused on providing our clients with a one-stop, full-service, sales, distribution and credit & collections solution in the North American market.

MVP Books publishes a variety of titles in the fields of sports, health and fitness, and the outdoors, including lavishly illustrated coffee-table books, narrative histories and biographies, and practical how-to and training manuals.

Quayside Publishing grouPrepresents a dynamic group of imprints dedicated to providing quality and excellence to its readers. Each imprint embodies the breadth and scope of its specialty topics. Quayside encompasses Creative Publishing international, Crestline, Fair Winds Press, Motorbooks, MVP Books, Quarry Books, Quiver, Rockport Publishers, Voyageur Press, Walter Foster Publishing, Zenith Press, and Quayside Distribution Services.

www.quaysidepublishinggroup.com

Home Improvement

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This latest revision of our best-selling bathroom remodeling book features practical, achievable bathroom improvements and upgrades shown with clear color step-by-step photos. This comprehensive book and its hardworking DVD companion cover all the basics of bathroom design and remodeling and includes a gallery of inspirational bathrooms that are sure to provide excitement and ideas. But the heart of this DIYers guide is the well-chosen projects that are featured in full detail. From replacing surfaces and fixtures to installing plumbing and making easy decorative improvements, The Complete guide to bathrooms shows you how to save thousands of dollars by doing the job yourself.

Black & Decker®

The CompleTe GuiDe To BaThrooms•Remodeling Projects on a Budget • Vanities & Cabinets • Plumbing & Fixtures • Showers, Sinks & Tubseditors of Creative Publishing international

refocused to address Îconsumer preference for practical, money-saving makeovers.

replaces Î The Complete Guide to Dream Baths.

includes new projects Îaimed at growing interest in simultaneous use by multiple people: enclosed toilet stalls, double vanities, etc.

based in Minneapolis, Mn, the editors of Creative Publishing international have produced dozens of america’s best-selling do-it-yourself books on home repair and improvement.

September 2010

The Complete Guide to Flooring, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-521-2 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Ceramic Tile, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-563-2 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Photo Guide to Home Improvement, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-563-2 $35.00 US/£20.00 UK/$38.95 CAN Rights: North American

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-562-5Previous ISBN 978-1-58923-377-5

$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm288 pages, PB w/DVD720 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Design & ConstructionCt. Qty. 12

Step-by-step photos and live DVD action demonstrate inexpensive projects that make your bathroom more pleasant and efficient.

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The Complete Guide to DIY Projects for Luxurious Living, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-336-2 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$29.95 CAN Rights: all available

Build Your Own Custom Closet, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-306-5 $18.95 US/£12.99 UK/$23.95 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Photo Guide to Homeowner Basics, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-376-8 $29.95 US/£17.99 UK/$32.99 CAN Rights: all available

Building a major addition to your house can take over your life or drain your bank account if you aren’t fully prepared with top-notch information. The Complete guide to room additions is both an insurance policy for dealing with contractors and a planning guide that arms homeowners with vital information about the remodeling process. But it also is much more than that: it’s a hardworking how-to manual filled with hundreds of photos that show you the hammer-and-nail details that go into these major projects. From garage conversions to kitchen bump-out expansions, dormer additions and more, this book will be an indispensable tool for any project that adds new square footage to your home’s footprint.

Black & Decker®

The CompleTe GuiDe To room aDDiTionsDesigning & Building: • Garage Conversions • Attic Add-ons • Bath & Kitchen Expansions • Bump-out Additionseditors of Creative Publishing international

replaces Î The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements (along with The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements).

Well timed to meet an Îexpected upsurge in re-modeling activity in post recession economy.

unique among competing Îbooks, this one offers a respectable amount of prac-tical diy information rather than mere dream fodder.


October 2010

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-482-6Previous ISBN 978-1-58923-302-7and 978-1-58923-454-3

$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm240 pages, PB600 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Remodeling & RenovationCt. Qty. 12

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A detailed and technically revealing examination of how to design and build room additions to your house, including expan-sions, conversions, and bump outs.

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Complete DIY tile installation instructions with over 350 how-to, step-by-step photos; tool and material selection guides with full-color photography; design inspiration; the most up-to-date tile products and projects, such as recycled glass tile and other environmentally friendly and sustainable tile, new advancements for tile specifically engineered for outdoors, faux-stone tiles (made of more affordable materials), etc.; tile for all home projects including floors, walls, bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoors. This is the one stop shop for do-it-yourself tile installation instructions.

Black & Decker®

The CompleTe GuiDe To CeramiC TileDesign, Plan & Install • Floors, Walls, Patios & Countertops • Also Includes: Glass, Porcelain, Stone & Moreeditors of Creative Publishing international

replaces Î The Complete Guide to Decorating with Ceramic Tile.

Features new building Îmaterials, such as snap together ceramic tiles.

Video projects include Îfull stone tile countertop installation and layout and installation of ceramic tile floors. dVd includes full PDF files of entire print edition.


November 2010

The Complete Guide to Kitchens, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-480-2 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$31.99 CAN Rights: all available


The Complete Guide to Masonry & Stonework, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-520-5 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$29.99 CAN Rights: all available

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$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm256 pages, PB w/DVD720 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Remodeling & RenovationCt. Qty.12

Your one-stop guide to becoming an expert at tiling for floors, walls, countertops and more.

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The Complete Guide to Garden Walls & Fences, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-519-9 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$29.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Outdoor Builder, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-483-3, $19.99 US/£14.99 UK/$24.99 CAN Rights sold: Estonian, Polish, Finnish, Russian, Swedish, French, Hungarian, Lithuanian, Croation, Turkish

John Deere 52 Backyard Landscaping Projects, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-363-8 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$23.95 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete guide to landscape Projects is a hardworking, comprehensive manual for renovating, building, and “greening up” your landscape. Inside you’ll find complete directions for time-tested landscape building projects as well as new environmentally sustainable projects. From designing your landscape to putting the finishing touches on an arbor or custom gate, everything you need for landscaping success is right here. Learn how to make and install: compost bins, water management systems, dry beds, rain gardens, efficient irrigation, soil management programs, permeable patios & walkways, reclaimed fences, and more. You can build a sustainable, low-cost yard with the most efficient, cost-effective methods and products with the help of this book.

Black & Decker®

The CompleTe GuiDe To lanDsCape projeCTs• Natural Landscape Design • Eco-friendly Water Features • Hardscaping • Landscape Plantingseditors of Creative Publishing international

replaces Î The Complete Guide to Landscape Con-struction.

Features cutting edge Îprojects and building ma-terials, not found in The Complete Outdoor Builder (including a new retaining wall project, outdoor fireplace, and more).

sustainable and “green” Îprojects, tips, and tricks using most current products and featuring most current styles in landscaping.


December 2010


$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm240 pages, PB720 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Outdoor & Recreational AreasCt. Qty. 12

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Complete step-by-step instructions to achieve a sustainable, efficient, and attractive yard.

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This book represents trim carpentry for the home at its most basic level, with all the unnecessary material stripped away. Featuring 24 step-by step trim projects shown with clear color photos, it is a value-priced offering that appeals to today’s most practical homeowners. If your goal is not to become a professional trim carpenter, but to simply install crown molding in your dining room or frame a new window with casing, this is the no-frills resource you’re looking for.

Black & Decker®

here’s how...Trimwork24 Quick & easy Makeovers for Walls, Windows & doorseditors of Creative Publishing international

new low price point. Î

includes 24 projects. Î

all projects are Îincredibly easy and inexpensive.


Now Available

Trim & Finish Carpentry, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-523-6 $19.99 US/£16.99 UK/$24.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Windows & Entryways, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-375-1 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Carpentry for Homeowners, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-331-7 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$29.95 CAN Rights: all available

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-488-8$9.99 US£6.99 UK$10.99 CAN


Colorful step-by-step sequences that use clear photos and detailed instructions to show how to do some of the most popular DIY trim carpen-try projects.


The Complete Guide to Ceramic Tile, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-563-2 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Kitchens, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-480-2 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$31.99 CAN Rights: all available


here’s how…Ceramic Tile offers the 21 ceramic tile projects that offer homeowners the most bang for their home improvement buck. Beginning with the basics of handling tile, adhesives and grout, the book then presents complete, foolproof instructions for a wide variety of versatile tile projects, from basic floor installations, to decoaative backsplash and concrete step veneers. Featuring the same top-notch information and world-class photography as The Complete Guide to Decorating with Ceramic Tile, this book offers a streamlined presentation of all the ceramic tile basics, at a price that is unsurpassed. Value-conscious homeowners rarely enjoy this kind of bargain.

Black & Decker®

here’s how...CeramiC Tileeasy, elegant Makeoverseditors of Creative Publishing international


achieve professional Îresults using inexpensive, labor saving materials and tools.

easy-to-understand skill Îand technique projects that teach you the basics.

based in Minneapolis, Mn, the editors of Creative Publishing international have produced dozens of america’s best-selling do-it-yourself books on home repair, home decor, and landscaping. among their best-known best-sellers is The Complete Guide to Decorating with Ceramic Tile, one of america’s all-time best-selling book on ceramic tile installation.

Now Available

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-493-2$9.99 US£6.99 UK$10.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.75 in210 x 275 mm96 pages, PB300 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Design & ConstructionCt. Qty. 12

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21 must have techniques and projects for ceramic tile.

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here’s how…decks offers the basics of building an entire deck from start to finish, at a price never before offered. For less than $10.00, readers get complete instructions and illustrations for laying out and building a basic deck. Presenting this challenging project through a series of 12 easy-to-follow steps, the book makes deck construction easy and affordable for the value-conscious consumer. This book features the same quality information and world-class color photography made famous in the best-selling The Complete Guide to Decks, but at a new, affordable price.

Black & Decker®

here’s how...DeCksbuild your Very own deck in 12 easy stepseditors of Creative Publishing international


includes fool-proof Îinstructions.

detailed diagrams and Îbuilding plans for two of the most versatile of all deck designs.

based in Minneapolis, Mn, the editors of Creative Publishing international have produced dozens of america’s best-selling do-it-yourself books on home repair, home decor, and landscaping. among their best-known best-sellers is The Complete Guide to Decks, america’s all-time best-selling book on deck construction.

Now Available

The Complete Guide to Backyard Recreation Projects, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-518-2 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$29.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Decks, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-412-3 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$31.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Gazebos & Arbors, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-285-3 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$29.95 CAN Rights: all available

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-492-5$9.99 US£6.99 UK$10.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.75 in210 x 275 mm96 pages, PB300 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Outdoor & Recreational AreasCt. Qty. 12

A $10.00 road-map to a perfect deck.


The Complete Guide to Plumbing, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-378-2 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$29.95 CAN Rights: all available

Kitchens & Baths for Today & Tomorrow, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-374-4 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights sold: Lithuanian, French

The Complete Photo Guide to Home Decorating Projects, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-484-0 $35.00 US/£24.99 UK/$43.99 CAN Rights: all available

This book represents home plumbing at its most basic, with all the unnecessary material stripped away. Featuring the most common plumbing projects shown with clear color photos, it is a value-priced offering that appeals to today’s most practical homeowners.

Black & Decker®

here’s how...plumBinG22 Easy Fix It Repairs to Save You Money & Timeeditors of Creative Publishing international


includes 22 projects. Î

all the basics are covered. Î

based in Minneapolis, Mn, the editors of Creative Publishing international have produced dozens of america’s best-selling do-it-yourself books on home repair. among their best-known best-sellers is The Complete Guide to Plumbing.

Now Available

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-487-1$9.99 US$10.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.75 in210 x 275 mm96 pages, PB300 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Do-It-Yourself/PlumbingCt. Qty. 12

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Colorful step-by-step sequences that use clear photos and detailed instructions to show you exactly how to complete some of the most common DIY plumbing projects.

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This Spanish translation features the complete text of the definite English language edition of The Complete Guide to Roofing, Siding & Trim. It features all popular building materials used in all regions of North America, including recent entries in metal roofing, cement fiber siding, and polymer trim. Not only a great reference for Spanish speaking homeowners, this book is likely to become a standard training reference for the growing community of Spanish speaking remodelers and tradesmen.

Black & Decker®

LA GuiA COmPLetA SObre teChADOS, FAChADAS Y ACAbADOS De exteriOreSThe Complete guide to roofing, siding & Trimeditors of Creative Publishing international

may 2010

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-516-8$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm272 pages, PB700 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Do-It-YourselfCt. Qty. 12

la guía Completa sobre Puertas y Ventanas is the Spanish version of our successful The Complete Guide to Windows & Entryways. Our English title is the single most comprehensive book on windows and entryways and is now available in the Spanish language. With modern materials, current codes, and new photography, this book has been thoroughly reviewed and updated just recently.

Black & Decker®

la Guia CompleTa soBre puerTas y venTanasThe Complete guide to Windows & entrywayseditors of Creative Publishing international

August 2010

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-548-9$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN


For the growing Spanish speaking population interested in DIY home improve-ment information.

For the growing Spanish speaking population interested in DIY home improve-ment information.


November 2010

This Spanish edition of a classic favorite includes time honored installation methods now updated to feature new flooring styles, and adds some important new information on renewable flooring materials, such as bamboo, reclaimed floorboards, and natural stone. It also includes the latest techniques for polished and etched concrete flooring.

Black & Decker®

la Guia CompleTa soBre pisos The Complete Guide to Flooringeditors of Creative Publishing international

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-547-2$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN


This is the complete Spanish translation of The Complete Guide to Ceramic Tile — America’s best selling book on tile installation. Like the English edition, this book features complete instructions for all types of ceramic tile installations for floors, countertops, walls, and even decorative outdoor applications. A perfect reference not only for the growing market of Spanish speaking DIY homeowners, but also for the established and growing community of Spanish speaking tradesmen.

Black & Decker®

la Guia CompleTa soBre DeCoraCiÓn Con BalDosa De CerÁmiCa The Complete guide to Ceramic Tile editors of Creative Publishing international

February 2011

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-517-5$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN


The best consumer floor-ing instructional book now available in Spanish.

America’s best selling book on tile installation, now in Spanish!

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From simple tactics on a budget to beautiful custom built-ins, gain inspiration for both short-term and long-term storage and organization solutions in your home. This book is filled with inspirational photos and concise, practical information on how to achieve the organization you’ve dreamed of right at home. It is sure to help all homeowners—with all sizes and styles of homes—think critically about unused space and come up with clever solutions. Professional organizers offer their valuable insider tips and tricks to manage clutter. Room plans show how to best use existing space and how to maximize storage space in each room. Product guides reveal the many clever ways to use furniture and accessories. Sidebars include step-by-step, how-to instructions for simple projects that can be started today! And, finally, exercises and charts help get you on the fast-track to a neat, clutter-free home.

Common sense sToraGeClever solutions for an organized lifeeditors of Creative Publishing international

over 300 practical and Îinspirational home storage and organization photos.

Practical tips and diy Îadvice from leading designers.

room plans, product Îguides & helpful work-sheets


November 2010

The Complete Guide to A Clutter-Free Home, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-478-9 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$31.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Custom Shelves & Built-Ins, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-303-4 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$29.95 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Photo Guide to Sheds, Barns & Outbuildings, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-522-9 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

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ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-568-7$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm240 pages, PB800 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/GeneralCt. Qty. 12

Creative inspiration for perfect order in your home.


24 Weekend Projects for Pets, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-308-9 $19.95 US/£13.99 UK/$24.95 CAN Rights: all available

500 Ideas for Small Spaces, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-301-0 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$29.95 CAN Rights: all available

John Deere Landscaping & Lawn Care, ISBN-13: 978-1-59253-343-5 $19.99 US/£13.99 UK/$24.95 CAN Rights: all available

Let your creativity shape a fun and caring environment for you and your dog to enjoy every day of the year. Whether welcoming a new puppy into the house or trying to share a small apartment with an overactive springer spaniel, these home and yard projects cater to the needs of all DIY dog owners alike—from interior home improvement to beautiful lawns, special play areas, and other projects dogs love. The DIY projects in this book walk you through the reasons dogs love them as well as the benefits they provide to you and your dog. In addition, step-by-step instructions with full-color photography are included to build the projects. Valuable dog facts, insightful tips, and quick and easy mini-projects—including everything from homemade dog biscuits to fun games that make for a happy indoor dog—are also included. Learn how to build: a doghouse, dog window bench, raised food counter with storage, doggie den nightstand, outdoor agility projects, and more!

The DoG FrienDly homediy Projects for dog loversruth strother

diy projects your dog Îwill love.

Valuable tips, tricks, and Îcomprehensive informa-tion for each project.

Complete step by step Îphotographed instruc-tions, charts, tools and materials, and more for each project.

ruth strother has developed countless books for children and adults in the areas of home improvement, pet care, biography, and natural science. spanning the continent, ruth was born in new york, grew up in Minnesota, and now lives in southern California with her husband, daughter, and two labs.

January 2011

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-566-3$16.99 US£12.99 UK$18.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm160 pages, PB480 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/GeneralCt. Qty. 12

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Hands-on DIY projects homeowners appreciate and dogs love.

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Homebuyers are busy again. An improving housing market and stabilizing economy, together with some lucrative first-time buyers incentives, have put thousands upon thousands of people in an unfamiliar spot: their own home. For new homeowners as well as long-time occupants, upgrade your house is packed with instructions and suggestions for more than 100 easy DIY projects that make your home a more livable place.

upGraDe your house100 diy repairs & improvements for under $100!Philip schmidt

easy home improve- Îments that cost under $100. Costs estimates given in actual dollar amounts.

instantly increase home Îvalue and livability.

Costs estimates given in Îactual dollar amounts.

Veteran author Philip schmidt (golden, Co) has written bestselling diy volumes on a wide range of home subjects, from green remodeling to storage to building treehouses.

January 2011

Remodel, Replace…Refund!, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-514-4 $12.99 US Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-454-3 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.50 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Guide to Painting & Decorating, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-262-4 $24.95 US/£15.99 UK/$29.95 CAN Rights sold: French Canadian, Russian, Polish

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-565-6$19.99 US£12.99 UK$21.99 CAN


Cheap and easy home upgrade projects you can do yourself to make your house more livable.


The Complete Guide to A Green Home, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-379-9 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

Greenhouses & Garden Sheds, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-437-6 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights: all available

John Deere Hobby Farm, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-364-5 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights: all available

Build your way to a more self-sufficient lifestyle with step-by-step projects for backup and supplementary utilities —including independent water, heat, and electricity—growing and storing food, raising small livestock, beekeeping, and more. Many of the projects require basic materials available at your everday home center, but this book also provides valuable DIY resources for solar, hydro, greenhouse, and gardening needs. This book will help you build security with utility backup systems and become more sustainable, resulting in less dependence on city systems for basic needs. Whether you have a city plot or simply pots, this book includes all of the information needed to plan, build, and succeed with greater self-sufficiency.

Diy projeCTs For The selF-suFFiCienT homeowner25 Ways to build a self-reliant lifestyleeditors of Creative Publishing international

step by step, how to Îprojects for home rain collection, solar panels, food storage, wind energy systems, eco friendly im-provements, bee keeping, and more.

detailed information on Îthe most current green home improvement and building products and techniques available to diyers.

healthier, greener, and Îmore self sufficient home projects complete with step by step sequences, full photography, charts, illustrations, and more.


February 2011

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-567-0$19.99 US£12.99 UK$21.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm160 pages, PB480 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableHouse & Home/Sustainable LivingCt. Qty. 12

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DIY projects with plans to help build your way to a more self-sufficient lifestyle.

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Creating Crystal Jewelry with Swarovski, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-345-4 $24.95 US/£16.99 UK/$29.95 CAN Rights: all available

Art Nouveau Jewelry and Accessories, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-388-1 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights: all available

Impressionist Jewelry and Accessories, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-387-4 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights: all available

Creating glamorous Jewelry with swarovski elements presents a collection of modern reproductions of classic Hollywood glitz, worn by the dazzling starlets of the big screen, including Marlene Dietrich, Katherine Hepburn, and Marilyn Monroe. All 20 sparkling jewelry pieces are made with the internationally popular Swarovski products, including the newest items in their line of crystal beads and stones. Detailed instructions and illustrations take you step-by-step through the creation of each piece. Whether dressed up or dressed down, these statement pieces will be fun to wear and become stunning, heirloom-quality additions to your jewelry collection.

CreaTinG Glamorous jewelry wiTh swarovski elemenTsClassic hollywood designs with Crystal beads and stonesJean Campbell

The author is one of ÎSwarovski’s Certified brand ambassadors, and the company will support the promotion and sale of the book.

all projects are made with Îinternationally popular swarovski crystal compo-nents, readily available through retailers and online.

These jewelry designs Îhave both a retro, vintage appeal and the glittery glamour of today’s high fashion.

Jean Campbell was the founding editor of interweave’s Beadwork magazine and has written and edited over 40 books. Jean has a widely followed blog on interweave’s beading daily. swarovski named Jean as one of their Certified brand ambassadors for the line of crystal beads and stones for beadworkers and crafters.

November 2010

ISBN-13:978-1-58923-541-0$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.5 x 11 in216 x 280 mm128 pages, PB250 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/JewelryCt. Qty. 12

also available:

These jewelry designs have both a retro, vintage appeal and the glittery glamour of today’s high fashion.

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Wool Toys & Friends, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-506-9 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$24.99 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Photo Guide to Doll Making, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-504-5 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

Amigurumi Knits, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-435-2 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights sold: French

The book is packed with unique, adorable projects for unique-style, stuffed cuties with a fun range—from the popular “blithe-like” doll to a “sock doll.” Full-color images show the front, back, and sides of each project and complete photographic, step-by-step instructions for creating each critter, along with templates for each one. Fun materials and fabrics offer distinct style and personality. Palm-size softies is full of fast, low-cost, fun craft projects. Give them as gifts or personalize them for yourself!

palm-size soFTiesPatterns and ideas for 44 stuffed Pets and dolls That Fit in the Palm of Your Handhitomi Takahashi, Mikiko Matsui, and akemi Tsubo

Palm-sized projects. Î

distinct project style cre- Îated by a range of artists and crafters.

Popular Japanese style Î“cutie” and “softie” projects.

hitomi Takahashi, is the Chief-editor at Boutique-Sha, a leading craft publisher in Japan. hitomi has published books on a variety of craft subjects.

Mikiko Matsui and akemi Tsubo are staff editors at Boutique-Sha. They are big fans of small and cute sewn creatures.

September 2010

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-561-8$19.99 US£12.99 UK$21.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.25 in210 x 260 mm144 pages, PB50 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/Stuffed AnimalsCt. Qty. 12

also available:

Popular Japanese style “cutie” and “softie” projects.


This book contains the best hands-on insider sewing tips from the popular sewing website PatternReview.com, a community of more than 170,000 members. The entries are collected from the website’s enormous database of members’ shared comments and advice, rated by hits and reviews. Also included are five special how-to features by PatternReview.com’s master teachers and pattern designers, who regularly conduct online chats and workshops (including Kenneth King, Susan Khalje, Sarah Veblen, Shannon Gifford, and Anna Mazur).

paTTernreview.Com 1,000 Clever sewinG shorTCuTs & TipsTop-Rated Favorites from Sewing Fans and Master Teachers

Deepika Prakash, Foreword by Sandra Betzina

PatternReview.com Î has more than 170,000 ac-tive members.

offers 1,000 tried-and- Îtrue tips and techniques for best results.

Includes five master Îclasses provided by well-known national teachers and authors.

deepika Prakash founded PatternReview.com in 2001. she travels to meet PatternReview.com members and support small sewing businesses. she participates in sewing conferences and has hosted PatternReview.com workshops in new york City, Portland (oregon), and los angeles and also in germany and australia. The author’s royalties will be donated to charity.

September 2010

Sewing 101, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-069-9 $24.95 US/£13.99 UK/$34.95 CAN Rights sold: French

Sewing Clothes Kids Love, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-473-4 $24.99 US/£14.99 UK/$31.99 CAN Rights: all available

Successful Serging, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-461-1 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$24.99 CAN Rights: all available

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-502-1$19.99 US£14.99 UK$21.99 CAN

8 x 10 in203 x 254 mm168 pages, PB125 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/SewingCt. Qty. 12

Includes five master classes provided by well-known national teachers and authors.

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Polymer Clay and Mixed Media — Together at Last, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-433-8 $19.99 US/£11.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights sold: Estonian

Faux Florals for All Occasions, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-348-5 $19.95 US/$24.95 CAN Rights: North American rights only

Sculpting Mythical Creatures Out of Polymer Clay, ISBN-13: 978-1-59253-514-9 $22.99 US/£14.99 UK/$24.95 CAN Rights sold: English language in SE Asia

This book provides complete instruction for creating stunning life-like flowers in clay as well as ideas for creating beautiful and long-lasting floral arrangements. Twenty two unique flower and arrangement projects are divided into seasonal sections, Spring, Autumn, Winter, and Summer, followed by themed projects including bouquets and accessories. The book shows beautiful photography of each arrangement and then offers complete, photographic, step-by-step instruction for each. The amazing projects are full of intricate details and provide both inspiration for polymer clay and mixed-media artists as well as complete instruction.

amazinG Clay FlowersCreating Realistic Flowers & Floral Arrangementsnoriko Kawaguchi

distinct projects and Îcontent.

There is a solid market for Înew books on polymer clay.

detailed, complete in- Îstruction for making each project.

noriko Kawaguchi is a native of Tokyo, Japan. her love of clay sculpting and other crafts began when she lived overseas with her husband who was posted abroad for work. While living in Kuala lumpur, singapore, and london she studied a variety of arts and crafts. Currently, she teaches and exhibits internationally. she has authored a number of books about clay sculpting published in Japan.

October 2010

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-572-4$22.99 US£15.99 UK$24.99 CAN

8 x 10 in203 x 254 mm128 pages, PB250 photos/illustrationsWorld English language rightsCrafts & HobbiesCt. Qty. 20

also available:

Detailed, complete instruction for making each project.


hello My name is amineko follows the journey of Amineko the Crochet Cat and his crocheted friends as they eat, sleep, and have lots of fun and adventures. The book comes with complete step-by-step photography and instructions for creating an Amineko of your very own and personalizing this cute cat with different facial expressions, clothing, and even bedding. Hundreds of color photographs tell the adorable tales, and mischief, that Amineko and his friends find themselves in, with complete instructions for knitting adventures of your own.

hello my name is aminekoan amigurumi storynekoyama

a unique and fun crochet Îinstruction book.

irresistible amineko and Îhis friends will charm you and inspire you.

nekoyama has been a life-long lover of cats. she created her first amineko by accident and has never looked back. Today, she and her husband are the proud parents of many aminekos. nekoyama’s first book, A Day In the Life of Amineko, was published in Japan in 2005.

October 2010

Wool Pets, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-525-0 $15.99 US/£10.99 UK/$19.99 CAN Rights sold: Finnish, English in SE Asia (excluding India)

Wild and Wonderful Fleece Animals, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-384-3 $19.95 US/£12.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights: all available

Ready, Set, Crochet, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-186-3 $19.95 US/$28.95 CAN Rights: North American

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-571-7$17.99 US£10.99 UK$19.99 CAN

7 x 9.5 in178 x 241 mm104 pages, PB50 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/Needlework/CrochetingCt. Qty. 12

Provides instruction for crocheting Amineko and his friends along with accessories.

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Art Nouveau Jewelry and Accessories, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-388-1 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights: all available


Bead Quilled Jewelry, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-476-5 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$24.99 CAN Rights: all available

This volume brings together the best of Julia Pretl’s bead collections. In this compilation of the author’s previous books, Beaded Collars, Bead Knitted Bags, and Little Bead Boxes, readers learn the author’s original methods for beading miniature vessels, knit purses, and classic neck pieces. Julia offers instruction for creating four-, five-, and six-sided rectangular, square, and stacked miniature boxes; vintage-style bead-knitted handbags; and intricate neckpieces, inspired by the dramatic jewelry worn by the ancient Egyptians. Each of the projects contains a materials list and instructions presented both in written and charted form. With detailed instruction and sequenced illustrations, the author provides clear, step-by-step guidance. The enclosed DVD offers a series of video tutorials in bead knitting, with all the techniques needed for the projects included (for both left- and right-handed knitters!), and full-size printable PDFs of graphs.

julia preTl’s BiG Book oF BeaDwork32 Projects for adventurous beadersJulia s. Pretl

Projects are unique and Îintriguing enough to appeal to experienced beadworkers looking for new challenges.

detailed text, illustrations, Îand graphs offer clear instruction in the essential techniques, so even beginning beadworkers can succeed.

Julia s. Pretl (baltimore, Md) is the author of Beaded Collars, Little Bead Boxes, and Bead Knitted Bags. she has been featured in multiple articles. she was an invited artist for beading for the soul (interweave, 2005). Julia teaches classes and workshops and is well known in the beadwork community.

September 2010

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-527-4$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

9 x 9 in229 x 229 mm320 pages, PB w/DVD300 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/BeadworkCt. Qty. 12

also available:

This book offers three forms of beadwork within one volume—miniatures, handbags, and jewelry.

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This book is a comprehensive guide to rotary cutting, quick piecing, and machine quilting. Full-color photos accompany step-by-step instructions teaching all the basic techniques of machine quilting. Quilt block designs are taught in groups organized by the shape of pieces used in the blocks: squares, rectangles, triangles, and curves. Innovative methods for sashings, borders, and bindings are included. Machine quilting methods include both machine guided and freehand methods. Also includes complete instructions for 20 quilt projects using the techniques learned.

The new maChine QuilTinG essenTialseditors of Creative Publishing international

Comprehensive guide to Îmachine quilting.

every step illustrated Îwith full-color photog-raphy.

includes complete Îinstructions for twenty quilts.

The lifestyles editors of Creative Publishing international have created many trusted and timely classics on sewing, needle arts, and all kinds of crafts. all of our books are researched, written, and edited by professionals and artisans who have practiced and promoted their specialties for years.

September 2010

The Quilting Bible, 3rd Edition, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-512-0 $24.99 US/£17.99 UK/$31.99 CAN Rights: all available

Quilt Blocks and Quilts From Your Favorite Fabrics, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-390-4 $21.99 US/£14.99 UK/$23.95 CAN Rights: all available

Quilting 101, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-110-8 $24.95 US/£13.99 UK/$34.95 CAN Rights: all available

also available:


$16.99 US£12.99 UK$18.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm144 pages, PB500 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/Quilts & QuiltingCt. Qty. 12

Complete guide to rotary cutting, quick piecing, and machine quilting.

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Fleece is soft, warm, easy to work with, and simple to sew-requiring no lining or edge-finishing. Even brand-new sewers can make the perfect gift in a weekend, or less! This book provides easy step-by-step instruction to make a range of cuddly fleece creatures to keep or give away-in a variety of colors, textures, and patterns. Each of the 20 animals is featured in a full-size photograph, along with a variation in one or more colors or sizes. There are easy-to-follow line drawings and step-by-step text instruction for construction and assembly of each one. Linda adds her own creative touches to each of the simple shapes-decorative trims, bright appliques, and quick, secure closures. Full-size tissue patterns and templates are included for each of the projects. Fleece fabric is easy to find, and the selection of colors, patterns, and textures is increasing in stores like Jo-Ann and Michaels and in traditional fabric outlets.

wilD anD wonDerFul FleeCe animalsWith Full-Size Patterns for 20 Cuddly Critterslinda Carr

includes full-size, Îfold-out patterns and templates for each of the 20 projects.

all the projects are Îcreated with simple straight and zigzag stitches—so are suited to any sewing skill level.

Fleece fabric is inexpen- Îsive and widely available in an array of colors, pat-terns, and textures.

linda Carr designs toys, dolls, and kids’ and doll clothing for Vogue patterns. she has worked with Vogue to create many licensed patterns, including Jim henson’s Muppets and Cabbage Patch Kids. she is also the author of Classic Cloth Dolls: Beautiful Fabric Dolls and Clothes from the Vogue Patterns Collection.

October 2010

Quick and Clever Fleece, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-258-7 $19.95 US/£12.99 UK/$26.95 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Photo Guide to Doll Making, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-504-5 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

Start to Sew, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-206-8 $9.95 US/$13.95 CAN Rights sold: UK, French Canadian

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-578-6$17.99 US£12.99 UK$19.99 CAN

8.5 x 11 in216 x 279 mm112 pages, PB250 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/Stuffed AnimalsCt. Qty. 12

Linda Carr is the designer of some of the best-selling patterns in the Vogue Craft line—including Patterns the Vogue bear Collection, Jim henson’s Muppets, and Cabbage Patch Kids.

new in paperBaCk!


The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-524-3 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

Ready, Set, Knit, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-185-6 $19.95 US/$28.95 CAN Rights: North American

Ready, Set, Knit Cables, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-293-8 $19.95 US/£13.99 UK/$24.95 CAN Rights: all available

The knitting trend is being fueled by wonderful new yarns like ribbon, frizzy, eyelash, and metallic. This book presents easy knit patterns that make the most of these irresistible novelty and decorative yarns. Knitters will learn the secrets of combining colors and textures while creating stunning accessories in no time. Each project has variations showing how different yarns will totally change the look. The easy knit stitches and techniques are taught step by step with photographs. Throughout, a yarn expert shares her tips to make knitting more enjoyable and successful. It is for both beginning knitters, who usually start with scarves and will love this way to take their craft to the next level, and experienced knitters, who are all yarn addicts!

sCarves anD shawls For yarn loversKnitting with simple Patterns and amazing yarnsCarri hammett

high-style accessories Îfrom easy stitch patterns.

Filled with invaluable tips Îfrom a yarn expert.

updated with new yarn Îchoices and photos.

Carri hammett owns a successful yarn shop and has an extensive background in fiber arts. her shop is wildly successful because she stays ahead of the trends and constantly encourages her customers to try new things.

October 2010

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-526-7$15.99 US£10.99 UK$17.99 CAN

8.25 x 10 in210 x 254 mm112 pages, PB100 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/Needlework/KnittingCt. Qty. 12

also available:

It’s all about the yarns— taking scarves, the most popular knitting project, to the next level through the textures and colors of novelty yarns.

new in paperBaCk!

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Kathleen Cheetham presents her original garment patterns and detailed sewing instruction so plus-size women can create a closetful of flattering shapes and silhouettes. By working with the 4 enclosed patterns, step-by-step construction, and fitting instruction, readers can create a wardrobe of versatile and stylish garments—which can be adapted for office wear, casual wear, or evening wear, just by varying the colors, fabrics, and finishing details. The four enclosed patterns are for pants, a blouse, skirt, and jacket—to create 20 unique garments. Each garment is shown in petite to full sizes, from size 14 to 24. The author also includes her patented Perfect Fit guide for each garment style, based on grading rules she has developed herself for her own line of commercial patterns. Author also provides a gallery of 51 outfits for a wardrobe made with the four patterns.

sinGer perFeCT plussew a Mix-and-Match Wardrobe for Plus and Petite-Plus sizesKathleen Cheetham

Four individual sized Îpatterns are bound into the book, to make 20 garments.

sizes range from hard-to- Îfind-and-fit petite plus sizes to full plus sizes, 14 to 24.

Kathleen Cheetham teaches workshops and sells her pattern line at trade shows. she also runs a woman’s custom tailoring shop. her articles have appeared in Threads Magazine and her line of patterns has been featured in multiple publications. she is a graduate of Kwantlen university College, richmond, british Columbia.

November 2010

Plus Size Crochet, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-339-3 $19.95 US/£12.99 UK/$24.95 CAN Rights: all available

Cool Couture, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-389-8 $24.99 US/£14.99 UK/$27.50 CAN Rights: all available

The Complete Photo Guide to Textile Art, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-505-2 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-579-3$17.99 US£12.99 UK$19.99 CAN

8.5 x 10 in216 x 254 mm144 pages, PB150 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/SewingCt. Qty. 12

Author’s patterns and patented Perfect Fit guide are original concepts based on her many years of hands-on experience as a teacher, tailor, dressmaker, and patternmaker.

new in paperBaCk!


This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all aspects of creative painting. It serves as a reference and technique guide for painting with all types of craft and fine arts paints, including acrylics, oils, tempera, watercolor, and pastels. The organization provides easy access to information with step-by-step directions and 600 full-color photos for clear understanding. Galleries of artwork by a wide range of artists offer the reader examples of what can be done with each of the painting categories and inspiration to pursue the hobby for themselves.

The CompleTe phoTo GuiDe To CreaTive painTinGPaula guhin and geri greenman

The most comprehensive Îbook on the subject, cov-ering all types of creative painting.

Written by nationally Îknown author/educators with contributions from a range of experts.

hundreds of large-for- Îmat photos illustrate the technique and concepts in easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions.

Paula guhin is a visual artist, photographer, author and former educator. she is also contributing editor for Arts and Activities magazine. geri greenman is a former art teacher and has been writing for Arts and Activities magazine for 24 years, a contributing editor for 10 years, with 100 articles published.

November 2010

The Complete Photo Guide to Framing & Displaying Artwork, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-422-2 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.50 CAN Rights: all available

Calligraphy 101, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-503-8 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.99 CAN Rights: all available

Image Art Workshop, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-450-5 $22.99 US/£14.99 UK/$24.95 CAN Rights: all available

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-540-3$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm224 pages, PB600 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/PaintingCt. Qty. 12

The most comprehensive craft painting book on the market.

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Button Jewelry & Accessories, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-277-8 $19.95 US/$26.95 CAN Rights sold: UK

Bead Jewelry 101, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-451-2 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.50 CAN Rights sold: French Canadian


This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all aspects of jewelry making. It serves as a reference and technique guide for all the common methods and styles of jewelry: beaded jewelry, wire, crystals and gems, polymer clay, PMC. The organization provides easy access to information with step-by-step directions and 600 full-color photos for clear understanding. Easy projects allow the reader to try the techniques in each section. Galleries of jewelry by various artists offer the reader examples and inspiration to pursue the hobby for themselves.

The CompleTe phoTo GuiDe To jewelry makinG Tammy Powley

The most comprehensive Îbook on the subject, cov-ering all types of jewelry making.

Written by nationally Îknown author with con-tributions from a range of experts.

hundreds of large-format Îphotos illustrate the techniques and concepts in easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions.

Tammy Powley is the author of numerous jewelry making books and has been about.com’s Guide to Jewelry Making since 1989. Tammy has her Ph.d. in Texts and Technology, and as her “day job,” she teaches college english. see her web site at http://www.tammypowley.com for more information.

January 2011

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-549-6$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

8.25 x 10.8125 in210 x 275 mm256 pages, PB600 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/JewelryCt. Qty. 12

also available:

The most comprehensive jewelry making book on the market.


Polymer Clay and Mixed Media — Together at Last, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-433-8 $19.99 US/£11.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights sold: Estonian

Pure Silver Metal Clay Beads, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-443-7 $24.99 US/£16.99 UK/$27.50 CAN Rights: all available

Making Handmade Lampwork Beads & Glass Jewelry, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-391-1 $19.99 US/£12.99 UK/$21.95 CAN Rights sold: German

In the style of Sewing 101, Quilting 101, Home Decor Sewing 101, and Bead Jewelry 101, this book teaches all the basics for crafting with polymer clay. With hundreds of detailed photos, it covers tools and supplies, all types of polymer clay technique, and terrific projects that will get you started and inspire you to take your skills and make your own custom designs.

polymer Clay 101 angela Mabray and Kim otterbein

a polymer clay workshop Îin a book.

includes instructional ÎdVd.

easy to use lay flat Îwire-o binding.

angela Mabray lives in oklahoma, where she is a co-founder, teacher and active member of the Central oklahoma Polymer Clay guild.

Kim otterbein is the primary teacher for classes and workshops at the bead house in bristol, rhode island.

January 2011

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-470-3$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

7.25 x 9 in184 x 229 mm192 pages, PLC w/Spiral w/DVD400 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/Polymer ClayCt. Qty. 12

also available:

Master basic skills and techniques easily through step-by-step instruction.

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This book goes beyond a collection of projects to teach the reader useful information about the yarns and stitch patterns. Every project in Mittens and hats for yarn lovers teaches the knitter something unique about the yarns/fibers that are used. Lessons are learned by knitting mittens and hats for kids and adults. Styles will include quirky, perky, classic, and luxe—something for everyone. Contains 25 to 30 projects with variations knitted in different fibers, color combos, stitch patterns.

miTTens anD haTs For yarn loversCozy Knits Made from specialty yarnsCarri hammett

high style accessories Îfrom easy stitch patterns.

Filled with invaluable Îtips from a yarn expert.

deluxe hardcover format Îwith hidden spiral bind-ing for ease of use.

Carri hammett owns a successful yarn shop and has an extensive background in fiber arts. her shop is wildly successful because she stays ahead of the trends and constantly encourages her customers to try new things.

January 2011

BabyKnits: Hats & Booties, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-274-7 $19.95 US/$26.95 CAN Rights sold: UK

Ready, Set, Knit Cables, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-293-8 $19.95 US/£13.99 UK/$24.95 CAN Rights: all available

Scarves and Shawls for Yarn Lovers, ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-526-7 $15.99 US/$17.99 CAN Rights sold: UK

also available:

ISBN-13: 978-1-58923-575-5$24.99 US£16.99 UK$27.99 CAN

7 x 10 in178 x 254 mm128 pages, PLC w/Spiral200 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCrafts & Hobbies/NeedleworkCt. Qty. 12

Unique mittens and hats to knit with exceptional yarns.

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The Complete photo Guide to Crochetmargaret hubert

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iSbN-13: 978-1-58923-472-78 1/4 x 10 7/8 in, 210 x 276 mm272 pages, PB500 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCt. Qty. 12

$24.99 uS/£16.99 uK/$31.99 CAN

The Complete photo Guide to ribbon Craftselaine Schmidt

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$24.99 uS/£16.99 uK/$31.99 CAN

The Complete photo Guide to home repairWith 350 Projects and Over 2,000 Photos

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iSbN-13: 978-1-58923-417-88 1/2 x 11 in, 216 x 280 mm 560 pages, HC 2,000 photos/illustrations Rights sold: French Canadian Ct. Qty. 6

$35.00 uS/£20.00 uK/$38.95 CAN

“Highly Recommended.”—Library Journal

The Complete photo Guide to home improvementMore than 200 Value-Adding Remodeling Projects

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iSbN-13: 978-1-58923-452-98 1/2 x 11 1/8 in, 216 x 283 mm560 pages, HC2000 photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCt. Qty. 6

$35.00 uS/£20.00 uK/$38.95 CAN

“If you need a comprehensive manual on the topic, this will do nicely.”

—Library Journal

The Complete Guide to patios & walkwaysMoney-saving Do-It-Yourself Projects for Improving Outdoor Living Space

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$24.99 uS/£16.99 uK/$31.99 CAN

“Best choice for its excellent instruction.”

—Library Journal

The Complete Guide to plumbingExpanded 4th Edition, Modern Materials and Current Codes, All New Guide to Working with Gas Pipe

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iSbN-13: 978-1-58923-378-28 1/4 x 10 13/16 in, 210 x 275 mm336 pages, PB850+ photos/illustrationsAll rights availableCt. Qty. 12

$24.99 uS/£16.99 uK/$29.95 CAN

“Recomended.”—Library Journal

The Complete Guide to DecksUpdated 4th Edition, Includes the Newest Products & Fasteners, Add an Outdoor KitchenChris marshall

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iSbN-13: 978-1-58923-412-38 1/4 x 10 13/16 in, 210 x 275 mm320 pages, PB, 900 photos/illustrationsAll rights available, Ct. Qty. 12

$24.99 uS/£16.99 uK/$31.99 CAN

“This revised edition does an excellent job assisting a confident homeowner through…projects.”

—Library Journal

la GuÍa Completa sobre instalaciones eléctricasThe Complete Guide to Wiring

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$24.99 uS/£16.99 uK/$31.99 CAN

“This excellent series is essential for all libraries and general bookstores.”

—Criticas

amigurumi knitsPatterns for 20 Cute Mini Knitshansi Singh

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iSbN-13: 978-1-58923-435-29 1/8 x 9 in, 232 x 229 mm128 pages, PB w/flaps60 photos/illustrationsRights sold: FrenchCt. Qty. 12

$19.99 uS/£12.99 uK/$21.95 CAN

sinGer® The Complete photo Guide to sewing1200 Full-Color How-To Photos

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iSbN-13: 978-1-58923-434-58 1/4 x 10 1 3/16 in, 210 x 279 mm352 pages, PB1100 photos/illustrationsRights sold: FinnishCt. Qty. 12

$24.99 uS/£14.99 uK/$27.50 CAN

“Excellent reference.”—Library Journal

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“These two guides will be useful for crafters beginning to experiment with ribbons and other fiber-crafting techniques in mixed-media projects.”

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INDEXAmazing Clay Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Black & Decker® Here’s How…Ceramic Tile . . . . . 10

Black & Decker® Here’s How…Decks . . . . . . . . . . 11

Black & Decker® Here’s How…Plumbing . . . . . . . 12

Black & Decker® Here’s How…Trimwork . . . . . . . . 9

Black & Decker® The Complete Guide to Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Black & Decker® The Complete Guide to Ceramic Tile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Black & Decker® The Complete Guide to Landscape Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Black & Decker® The Complete Guide to Room Additions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Campbell, Jean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Carr, Linda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Cheetham, Kathleen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Common Sense Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Complete Photo Guide to Creative Painting, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Complete Photo Guide to Jewelry Making, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Creating Glamorous Jewelry with Swarovski Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

DIY Projects for the Self-Sufficient Homeowner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Dog Friendly Home, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Greenman, Geri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Guhin, Paula . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Hammett, Carri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 33

Hello My Name is Amineko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Julia Pretl’s Big Book of Beadwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Kawaguchi, Noriko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

La Guía Completa sobre Decoración Baldosa y Cerámica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

La Guía Completa sobre Pisos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

La Guía Completa sobre Puertas y Ventanas . . . . . 13

La Guía Completa sobre Techados, Fachadas y Acabados de Exteriores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Mabray, Angela . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Matsui, Mikiko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Mittens and Hats for Yarn Lovers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Nekoyama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

New Machine Quilting Essentials, The . . . . . . . . . . 26

Otterbein, Kim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Palm-Size Softies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

PatternReview .com 1,000 Clever Sewing Shortcuts & Tips . . . . . . . . . . 22

Polymer Clay 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Powley, Tammy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Prakash, Deepika . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Pretl, Julia S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Scarves and Shawls for Yarn Lovers . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Schmidt, Philip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

SINGER® Perfect Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Strother, Ruth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Takahashi, Hitomi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Tsubo, Akemi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Upgrade Your House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Wild and Wonderful Fleece Animals . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Quayside Publishing Group-Minneapolis, MN(Creative Publishing international, Motorbooks,MVP Books, Voyageur Press, Zenith Press, andQuayside Distribution Services)400 First Avenue North, Suite 300Minneapolis, MN 55401Phone: 612-344-8100Fax: [email protected]

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Main Office:6012 State Route BHillsboro, MO 63050Phone: 636-789-4500

ShowroomChicago Merchandise Mart222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, #13-358Chicago, IL 60654

Options (all imprints)AL, FL, GA, MS, NC, SC, TN

Main Office8633 East Brainerd Rd. Suite AChattanooga, TN 37421Phone: 800-841-9390

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Main Office:23679 Calabasas Rd. #755Calabasas, CA 91302Phone: 818-222-5003

Showroom:The LA Mart1933 S. Broadway Suite 446Los Angeles, CA 90007Phone: 213-741-1505

Enchanted Moments (Walter Foster only)CT, MA, ME, RI, VT, NHMain Office:344 Fence RowFairfield, CT 06824Phone: 203-254-7925

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Main Office and Showroom:1000 Technology Drive Suite 144Billerica, MA 01821Phone: 978-670-1701

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iNterNAtiONAL CO-eDitiON& riGhtS teAmQuayside Publishing Group including MBI Imprints

Nicole Kemble Foreign Rights DirectorAll lists: Italy, Brazil, and NetherlandsRV & RP: France and SpainUK OfficeTel: +44 1273 [email protected] Jacqueline FordAll lists: French-speaking Canada, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Greece, Turkey, Portugal, India, and the Middle EastAll lists excluding RV & RP: France, Spain, Central & South America UK OfficeTel: +44 1273 [email protected] Philippa PainterAll lists: Central & Eastern Europe and Finland, China, and Taiwan UK OfficeTel: +44 1273 [email protected] Anja Endemann All lists: Germany, Austria, and SwitzerlandTel: +49 30 22 494 [email protected] Erica HatcherAll lists: Japan and KoreaTel: +81 136 [email protected] Peter AckroydDirector of International SalesAll lists excluding RV: South East Asia and Australia Beverlu US OfficeTel: +1 [email protected]

Marta BlancoInternational Co-Editions Sales AssistantSends samples & material to co-editioncustomers

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RotoVision SASheridan House112-116A Western RoadHove, East Sussex BN3 1DDPhone: +44 1273 716013Fax: +44 (0) 1273 [email protected]

DisTriBuTion salesUK and IrelandOrders and enquiries to:Aurum Press Ltd 7 Greenland Street London NWI 0NDPhone: 020 72847160Fax: 020 74854902e-mail:[email protected]

Sales Director, Graham Eames [email protected]: 020 72847165

Key Accounts Manager Melanie Cumming [email protected]: 020 72847165

United Kingdom and IrelandORDERS TO:Grantham Book ServicesIsaac Newton WayAlma Park Industrial EstateGrantham, LincolnshireNG31 9SD, UKPhone: +44 (0) 1476 541 080Fax: +44 (0) 1476 541 [email protected]

Europe, Middle East, and IndiaALL IMPRINTSExports Sales ManagerDiane WilsonPhone: +44 (0) 1273 716221Fax: +44 (0)1273 [email protected]

Director of International SalesPeter AckroydQuayside Publishing Group100 Cummings Center, Suite 406LBeverly, MA 01915. USAPhone: 978-282-3576Fax: [email protected]

AustraliaROCKPORT, QUARRY, FAIR WINDS, QUIVER, WALTER FOSTER, CPiTower BooksThe Scribo GroupEquinox Centre18 Rodborough RoadFrenchs Forest NSW 2086

AUSTRALIAPhone: +61 2 9975 5566Fax: +61 2 9975 [email protected]

AustraliaMOTORBOOKS, VOYAGEUR, ZENITHCapricorn Link Pty. Ltd.“Loder House”126 George StreetWindsor NSW 2756Phone: +61 2 4577 1400Phone: +61 2 45 60 1600 Orders OnlyFax: +61 2 4577 [email protected]

Australia and New ZealandROTOVISONThames & Hudson Australia11 Central BoulevardPortside Business ParkFishermans BendMelbourne, VIC 3207Phone: +61 3 9646 7788Fax: +61 3 9646 [email protected]

New ZealandROCKPORT, QUARRY, FAIR WINDS, QUIVER,WALTER FOSTER, CPiDavid Bateman Ltd.30 Tarndale GrovePO Box 100-242 NSMCAuckland 1330New ZealandPhone: (64 9) 415 7664Fax: (64 9) 415 [email protected]

New ZealandMOTORBOOKS, VOYAGEUR, ZENITHBookreps New Zealand Ltd.P.O. Box 34 989BirkenheadAuckland 1330New ZealandPhone: +64 09 419 2635Fax: +64 09 419 [email protected]

Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Brunei, Hong Kong, & ThailandALL IMPRINTSAPD Singapore Pte LtdIan Pringle52 Genting Lane #06-05Ruby Lane Complex 1Singapore 349560Phone: (65) 6749 3551Fax: (65) 6749 [email protected] or [email protected]

South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland & Lesotho .ALL IMPRINTSReal BooksHelena Groeneveld137 Smit StreetBraamfontein, South AfricaPhone: +011 403-3700Fax: +011 [email protected]

inTernaTional salesrepresenTaTives: eXporTs sales only

CanadaALL IMPRINTSCanadian Manda Group165 Dufferin StreetToronto, OntarioCanada, M6K 3H6Phone: +1 888 563 8327Fax: +1 416 516 0917Orders and Inquiries:[email protected]

Central America, Caribbean & MexicoALL IMPRINTSCranbury InternationalEthan Atkin7 Clarendon Ave, Suite 2Montpelier, VT 05602 USAPhone: +1 802 223 6565Fax: +1 802 223 [email protected]

South AmericaALL IMPRINTSTerry RobertsHRACaixa Postal 801Agencia, Jardim da Gloria06709-970, Cotia, SP, BrasilPhone: +55 11 4702 4496Fax: +55 11 4702 [email protected]

Denmark, Finland, Iceland,Norway & SwedenALL IMPRINTSAngell EurosalesThe Old Whaling House, The WallsBerwick-upon-Tweed TD15 1HPUnited KingdomPhone: +44 1289 332934Fax: +44 1289 [email protected]

Eastern/Central Europe (except Russia, Estonia, Latvia and Ukraine)ALL IMPRINTSCBL Marketing ServicesKatona JozsefUcta 41, 1/4,H-1137 BudapestHungaryPhone: +36 1 [email protected]

France, Belgium, Luxembourg, andThe NetherlandsALL IMPRINTS EXCEPT ROTOVISION AND ROCKPORTEuropean Marketing ServicesAnselm Robinson55 Overhill RoadDulwich, London SE22 0PQUnited KingdomPhone: +44 (0) 20 8516 5433Fax: +44 (0) 20 8516 [email protected]

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Germany, Austria, and SwitzerlandALL IMPRINTS EXCEPT ROTOVISION AND ROCKPORTPublisher’s ServicesGabriele KernZiegenhainer Strasse 169D-60433 Frankfurt, GermanyPhone: +0049 69 510694Fax: +0049 69 [email protected]

Gibraltar, Greece, Crete, Italy, Malta,Portugal, and SpainALL IMPRINTSBookport AssociatesLuigi Salma 7Via 20094 Corsico (MI) ItalyPhone: +39 02 4510 3601Fax: +39 02 4510 [email protected]

Russia and The Baltic States, Estonia, Latvia,Lithuania, and UkraineALL IMPRINTSJosef KolarRauthstr. 65Feld am SeeA-9544 Austria

India and BangladeshALL IMPRINTSThe Wise Owl1-85 Lajpat Nagar IINew Delhi110024 India

Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and ChinaALL IMPRINTSSonja MerzMichelle Curreri69 Pigeon Hill StreetRockport, MA 01966Phone: +1 978-270-9714Fax: +1 978546 [email protected]@curreriworldsvs.net

Printed in SingaporeISBN-13: 978-1-58923-590-8

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