* Cardmaking is a hot topic, with over 82,000 copies of Quick & Clever Instant Cards sold to date* Includes a gallery of super-quick projects for the overwhelmed and busy Christmas shopperSixty incredible card designs and twenty stunning tag projects make up this collection of easy-to-create Christmas greetings. Simple, step-by-step instructions and detailed photographs enable even beginners to create professional and impressive results in no time. A variety of techniques--including using peel offs, felt sequins, glitter, and ribbons, and implementing sponging, quilting, and rubber stamping--gives readers great projects for the holidays and a wealth of ideas to draw upon all year round.

A shoebox or paper bag may be fine for those other cats. But doesn t your favorite feline deserve an in-home hangout that matches his exalted status and high standards? One that also shows off your own design sense and crafting skills? This DIY construction guide offers fun and easy instructions for making cardboard purr-a-mids and regal cat castles, along with many more pawesome homemade habitats. Build your cat an igloo, a treehouse, a train, a boat, or a car. All the projects are quick to assemble, use inexpensive and common materials, and can be customized however you or your cat would like. Don t wait, get your copy right meow!

This essential reference covers absolutely everything you need to know about papermaking, from the basics to advanced techniques such as shaped sheets, embossing, laminating, and watermarking. Also includes thorough step-by-step instructions for processing pulp, building papermaking equipment, and making paper-based projects like cards and lamp shades.

There are no elaborate skills involved in scrapbooking -- all that is required is some imagination to see the potential of cherished objects, materials and photographs, and the time to see the idea through. Containing over 65 step-by-step projects, this new book gives an outstanding range of ideas for scrapbooking, from album pages and covers and display, boards to quilts, memory boxes and concertina books. After a short practical introduction to the materials and the design processes, the rest of the book is devoted to the projects, which include a wedding album cover, a paper quilt wallhanging, a decoupage memory box, a polka-dot mini-album and a family-tree board.

Take toilet paper to a new dimension, and revolutionize your use of a bathroom basic This collection of 60 stylish projects will add a joyous touch and festive flair to any holiday or special occasion -- including birthdays, weddings, and Christmas. Learn how to cut, sew, scrunch, paint, fold, twist, deconstruct, reconstruct, and transform bath tissue into delightful new designs.

This innovative book includes charming decorations, gifts, party favors, costumes, garnishes, and cards. Gift projects include: embroidered toilet paper, Toilet Paper Cake, homemade paper sachets, and the memorable Money Roll. Decorations include: an abundant variety of flowers, shimmery ornaments, Ghastly Ghost, holiday garlands, Letters & Lace Banners, Angel So Soft, big and beautiful pom poms, the delicate Paperwhite Wreath, ruffled ToileTree, and a sweet Blossoms & Birds Mobile. Gift toppers include: hearts, flowers, butterflies and bows. Food garnishes include: clown cupcake toppers, floral cake corsages, and Paper Truffles. Wearables include: Lovely Lei, incredible Petal Masks, mummy costumes, and a Rosette Brooch. Cards include: the Ruffled Heart Card, Rosebud Place Cards, and all-occasion embossed greeting cards. The projects range from simple make-it-in-minutes bows to elaborate masks -- using stitchery, origami, kanzashi, and basic craft techniques. "Toilet Paper Crafts for Holidays and Special Occasions" includes step-by-step illustrated instructions, 70 full-size copy-or-trace templates to ensure your success, and a collage of color photographs for inspiration. Also included is a bonus section of party games. Crafters of all ages and experience levels will enjoy repurposing toilet paper into budget-friendly, fun, and unforgettable new creations. Get rolling

These unexpected arrangements showcase beloved blooms with a refreshingly modern aesthetic. Each image is a unique and equally elegant choice for any card-sending sentiment.

The Art of Making Paper Flowers cover all the areas of this wonderful art form. Detailed instructions, material and tools list, patterns for each flower & even a finished colored picture for reference are included to make this the complete guide to The Art of Making Paper Flowers.

Sometimes paper crafting just seems so flat...not anymore!"Pop-Up Paper Structures" shows readers how to bring that added dimension to books, cards, scrapbooks, and much more with easy and exciting designs.Featuring 12 easy-to-learn pop-up techniques and 7 complete projects - all accompanied by full colour photographs and step-by-step instructions - this is the perfect companion for anyone wanting to add a little 3-D delight to anything from birthday invitations to photo albums.

Scrapbooking is a hobby that has become so popular during the past few years that there is just no stopping it. The author showcases many more fun ideas and a large variety of new and exciting techniques. Both beginners and more advanced scrappers will find the author's interesting methods of creating stunning scrapbook pages very enlightening. Her title also features new equipment and she shows the enthusiast how to make a personalized album without having to purchase the expensive storebought version. Step-by-step techniques are accompanied by full-colour photographs, which make the instructions very easy to follow. Techniques include the making of rosettes, decorations that pop up, kaleidoscopes, stained glass work and sequin art, to name but a few. This title will inspire readers to retrieve old photographs and knickknacks from dusty storerooms and combine them with ribbon, serviettes or embroidery to create unforgettable scrapbook pages.

Creative Scrapbook Piecing with Marina du Plessis is a collection of scrapbook layouts created with little other than paper. Each of the 60 full-color layouts includes templates of the frames, letters, titles, tags, envelopes, etc., as well as the templates and easy-to-understand instructions for constructing the three-dimensional figurines featured on the layout.The elements provided may also be used separately to create your own layouts. If you prefer a simpler style, some of the elements may be replaced with additional photographs or journaling. Either way, you will find ideas and inspiration, whether you are a novice scrapbooker or a well-seasoned scrapbooking addict.

Wintercroft masks have caught the imagination of creative people and festival-goers around the globe. Designed by Steve Wintercroft, an artist with a passion for craftsmanship and conservation, these masks have been used everywhere from music videos and fashion shoots to theatre productions and political campaigns. The fox is considered a magical and even mischievous creature in many cultures. Nocturnal and secretive, often cultivating a little chaos, they are for the most part loved and revered. Whether you're looking for an eye-catching accessory for a festival trip or simply a unique addition to a dressing-up party, this is the perfect choice. With a robust polygon design, the press-out templates for the mask are easy to put together with simple numbered tabs. Eye-catchingly illustrated, you can choose to wear the mask as it is or customise and embellish with feathers, lace, beads, or any trimming of your choice - let loose your playful side!

Help children understand the sacrament of Baptism with this scrapbook record of the day they were welcomed into the Church. An introduction for elementary school children, along with pages for photographs, prayers, and memories, make this an excellent gift for your child and a helpful teaching tool.