Do It Together! Making is better when you're doing it with friends! In Make: Volume 58, we explore different ways to tackle large scale projects that are way bigger than one person can handle alone. In our cover story, get the scoop on how a team of engineers built giant robot Megabot to fight for glory in the world's first real-life mecha battle. Then, discover the latest in robo races and build your own autonomous R/C car. You'll find 14 projects inside, including: Send stealthy messages with Morse code over the internetPlay electronic audio games by drawing circuits with conductive inkKeep kitty entertained with a chaotic double pendulum toy And more!

Count down to Christmas with Debbie Shore. Sew unique, personalised advent calendars for your loved ones, and fill them with their favourite festive treats and handpicked goodies that they'll really treasure. There are 20 designs included, from traditional flat-pocket calendars to hanging cones and festive pouches, for both adults and children alike, along with a treat-filled calendar for the family dog! The book contains all the techniques needed to make the calendars, and every project is shown clearly step-by-step, with helpful tips and advice throughout. Using Debbie's friendly and easy-to-follow instructions, it's time to get crafty and create a new festive family tradition!

Designing and Making Hats and Headpieces is an inspiring and instructional guide to the art of millinery. It explains how to go about designing a hat, what equipment and materials you will need, and the techniques required to get started. It divides the projects into three types of hat - blocked, headpieces and fascinators, and cut and sewn - and thereby describes how to make fourteen different designs. It goes on to suggest ways of finishing the hats with embellishments such as bows, felt, veiling and flowers. Drawing on her rich experience, the author generously shares her ideas and her advice so that you can achieve a professional finish and make a design that flatters the wearer and completes an outfit. With beautiful photographs and clear instructions, this book is an essential guide for anyone who wants to design and make a hat for a daily outing, a special occasion or a costume.

Following on from her textile hit Slow Stitch, author Claire Wellesley-Smith considers the importance of connection and ideas around wellbeing when using textiles for individuals and communities, including practical ideas around 'thinking-through-making', using 'resonant' materials and extending the life of pieces using traditional and non-traditional methods. Contemporary textile artists using these themes in their work feature alongside personal work from Claire and examples from community-based textile projects. The book features some of the very best textile artists around, esteemed American fiber artists and the doyenne of textiles, Alice Kettle.Resilient fabrics that can be manipulated, stressed, withstand tension and be made anew are recommended throughout the book, as well as techniques such as layering, patching, reinforcing, re-stitching and mending, plus ideas for the inclusion of everyday materials in your work. There's an exploration of ways to link your emotional health with your textile practice, and 'Community' suggests ways to make connections with others in your regular textile work. 'Landscape' has a range of suggestions and examples of immersing your work in the local landscape, a terrific way to find meaning in your work and a sense of place. Finally, there is a moving account of one textile community's creative response to the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.The connection between wellbeing and the creation of textiles has never been stronger, and, as a leading exponent of this campaign, Claire is the perfect author to help you find more than just a finished textile at the end of a project.

The Felt Succulent Crafting Kit delivers the trendy joy of succulents in an easy-to-complete DIY package--no green thumb required! This kit includes: * 2 miniature terra cotta pots. * Pre-printed felt pieces (three colors) * 2 straight pins * 32-page miniature book.

Use your serger to its full potential! The serger is the most versatile tool a sewist can use, capable of hemming, seaming, decorative finishes and more. Too often, sergers are used for finishing edges and nothing more, simply because ""it's too complicated to change the settings."" Author Gail Yellen is here to demystify the serger and help you get the most out of your machine! By familiarizing yourself with the various components and how they affect the stitch, you'll tackle new stitches and techniques with a new enthusiasm. Features: Handy Operator Tips explain common handling errors and how to avoid them Accessory Foot Appendix details the different serger feet available and when to use them 5 simple projects put your new serging knowledge into practice Coverstitch overview complete with decorative and construction techniques Quick Reference Guide lets you quickly find the machine settings for popular stitches Advice on threading, tension, differential feed, and needles relevant to all models; tips for using decorative threads that result in masterful finishes, cover stitch and more--it's all here in Serger Essentials!

This is a must-have collection of essential techniques and projects for sewers of all abilities looking to create the perfect slip covers to give their upholstery and furniture a stylish new look. Whether you are want to learn new techniques or brush up on your sewing skills, the comprehensive step-by-step technique advice and invaluable tips and tricks will help you along the way. Twelve technique-led projects from a variety of designers range from simple tie-on covers for dining chairs to fully-fitted armchair covers plus bedroom furnishings, floor cushions and table coverings. Stylish photography and easy-to-follow layouts complete the package, making this an essential buy for anyone who sews, or wants to get started.

"Kawaii" is the Japanese word for "adorable," "cute," or "lovable" and has grown from a national trend to a worldwide phenomenon. Kawaii Craft Life takes advantage of this growing and popular movement, with a focus on embroidery, cross-stitch, and feltcraft. Featuring approximately 35 kawaii-style projects from a fudge pop plushie and coffee cup cozie to a succulent smartphone case cover and a narwhal brooch, and more than 35 beautiful full-color photos and step-by-step illustrations that showcase the adorable projects. Also included are templates for projects and instructions for creating gifts with a kawaii touch: apple pie apronsushi magnetsmilk and cookie earringssweet dreams slumber maskanimal wine charmsavocado gift tagwoodland critters garlandand more!

When You Want to Stabilize without Fusing. 100% polyester, 10 yards x 20". * Firm, yet flexible interfacing-perfect for shaping into purses, bowls, and other 3-dimensional craft projects * Easy to cut, mark & sew * Steam press to restore or set shape * Machine wash & dry * New, improved formula for consistent thickness and texture

Learn to make attractive leather articles with a professional look by mastering a handful of basic techniques. Using the many kinds of available leather, some leatherwork tools, and the designs in this book, you can produce beautiful and functional handcrafted accessories, gifts, and items for your home. The 46 original projects, both timeless and practical, are lavishly illustrated with over 500 step-by-step photos and styled shots of completed articles, with detailed instructions to ensure that you cannot go wrong. Includes: *selection of materials and tools *key techniques such as dyeing, cutting, punching, beveling *stitches used for the projects *inserting zippers *how to finish pockets and straps *more than 50 templates for projects, with variations *projects ranging from earrings, simple bracelets, wallets, and desk accessories to a wood carrier, an overnight bag, and a backpack Beginners can start small with a simple key fob, then build up to belts, a wallet, and bags, while experienced leatherworkers will find inspiration in the contemporary and stylish designs.

String art, a summer camp staple in the `70s, is coming back in a big, big way as young urbanites and creative types yearn to decorate their own spaces with unique creative touches. From murals strung directly on the wall to a rustic wooden gift basket tag, string art can go from sweet and simple, fun with the kids, to elaborate masterpieces. This book starts with beginner basics and builds to truly impressive string art designs. The crafter will learn about various surfaces and how to prep them, different nail types and stringing materials, what types of tools work best for which projects and be able to create their own nail art designs in addition to the templates included in the book.

Sewing Techniques for Theatre: An Essential Guide for Beginners distills the intimidating art of sewing down into simple, quick, and effective lessons to prepare readers for an entry-level position in a costume shop. The lessons follow an hour-by-hour structure, offering detailed instructions to creating 11 sewing samples, a scrub shirt, and a tote bag. Embedded in the projects' directions are lecture materials on safety, irons, fabric, and patterns. With a wealth of hands-on exercises, review questions, photographs, and step-by-step instructions for compiling a portfolio, this guide teaches aspiring costume technicians about the culture and machinery of the costume shop, and equips them with the necessary skills to begin their career as members of a costume shop team.

Have beautiful nails right in the comfort of your home with this YALSA Quick Pick Award Winner and #1 New York Times bestselling cure for the common mani. Black Lace. Summer Citrus. Hot Pink Zebra. Get ready for nails that will get you noticed! Catherine Rodgers, creator of the popular nail art YouTube Channel Totally Cool Nails, shares her secrets in DIY Nail Art. Packed with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips for recreating Catherine's stunning looks, you can create one-of-a-kind nail art designs without ever stepping inside a nail salon. Inside this colorful guide to all things nails, you'll find seventy-five eye-catching designs including never-before-seen styles like Argyle, Light Burst, and Spiderweb Nails. Complete with step-by-step photographs so you can nail your look every time, DIY Nail Art will have you saying goodbye to the nail salon-and hello to fashion-forward nails at home!