[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars
I made my very first wreath over 30 years ago and have made quite a few more since then. But I’ve never really given myself to some of the ideas in this book and I am excited to make them. Collecting my own willow reeds and making shapes far different than I have in the past is the next wave for me.
This book provides instructions and pictures to guide you into making your own wreaths from scratch. Use some of the ideas, incorporate your own as you conceive them and you are on your way to having some really creative wreaths to hang on your door, in your home, or to give as gifts. I LOVE this book!
NetGalley, Cindi Austin
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars
I made my very first wreath over 30 years ago and have made quite a few more since then. But I’ve never really given myself to some of the ideas in this book and I am excited to make them. Collecting my own willow reeds and making shapes far different than I have in the past is the next wave for me.
This book provides instructions and pictures to guide you into making your own wreaths from scratch. Use some of the ideas, incorporate your own as you conceive them and you are on your way to having some really creative wreaths to hang on your door, in your home, or to give as gifts. I LOVE this book!
NetGalley, Cindi Austin
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars I love this book. This one is clearly written by the UK-based author for a UK-based audience since some of the terminology is different (Using the term "rebate" instead of "rabbet," for example.). But, aside from that, I found the book easy to follow with great advice for creating your own frames, including the matte/backing for the artwork or photos, mounting hardware and advice for where to purchase materials and tools. It even includes a section on how to gild a frame: that looks like fun! Most woodworking/DIY titles assume you have expensive tools like a table saw, band saw, and miter saw, but this book guides you through creating beautiful frames with the most basic tools and materials. I wish more DIY titles did that! People with more woodworking experience and expensive tools could still follow the steps in this book to create beautiful frames, but I think the instructions are clear enough for a novice to follow using basic tools. I got a free copy.. Read more
NetGalley, Alicia White
[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars I love this book. This one is clearly written by the UK-based author for a UK-based audience since some of the terminology is different (Using the term "rebate" instead of "rabbet," for example.). But, aside from that, I found the book easy to follow with great advice for creating your own frames, including the matte/backing for the artwork or photos, mounting hardware and advice for where to purchase materials and tools. It even includes a section on how to gild a frame: that looks like fun! Most woodworking/DIY titles assume you have expensive tools like a table saw, band saw, and miter saw, but this book guides you through creating beautiful frames with the most basic tools and materials. I wish more DIY titles did that! People with more woodworking experience and expensive tools could still follow the steps in this book to create beautiful frames, but I think the instructions are clear enough for a novice to follow using basic tools. I got a free copy.. Read more
NetGalley, Alicia White
A good overview of the different ways to use rags and fabric to make rugs. The opening chapters cover the history of fabric and of using rags. Following this are chapters on methods, materials, and on specific techniques. Included throughout are inspiring pictures of work by the author. Each chapter on a technique includes a starter project.
NetGalley, Janet Perry
A good overview of the different ways to use rags and fabric to make rugs. The opening chapters cover the history of fabric and of using rags. Following this are chapters on methods, materials, and on specific techniques. Included throughout are inspiring pictures of work by the author. Each chapter on a technique includes a starter project.
NetGalley, Janet Perry
The opportunity to read this came at just the right time, as I have just gotten in to jewellery making.
This book is so comprehensive and indepth.
I will 100% be purchasing a hard copy to refer to in the future.
Lots of reference pictures, and highly detailed advice.
NetGalley, Laura Fayle
The opportunity to read this came at just the right time, as I have just gotten in to jewellery making.
This book is so comprehensive and indepth.
I will 100% be purchasing a hard copy to refer to in the future.
Lots of reference pictures, and highly detailed advice.
NetGalley, Laura Fayle
This was a great quick read about bookbinding, fixing beloved books or upcycling/personalizing your favorite books.
The book is set up mainly as an instruction manual that is easy to follow with photos of the most important steps. This reminded me a lot of "sealemon" a youtuber that specializes in book binding etc.
What I loved most about this was the section about how to fix and upcycle books. I have a lot of thrifted books that are not necessarily in the best condition and this can help you make your books even more special with just a few materials and tools. I have started spraying the edges of my favorite books in the last month and it is surprisingly easy to do yourself.
I already have some more DIY bookish projects on my list ;)
Thank you so much Netgalley for granting a wish! I can recommend this to anybody who's interested in sprucing up their old books or if you're looking for a fun easy project or special gift for someone.
NetGalley, Anya Diepold
This was a great quick read about bookbinding, fixing beloved books or upcycling/personalizing your favorite books.
The book is set up mainly as an instruction manual that is easy to follow with photos of the most important steps. This reminded me a lot of "sealemon" a youtuber that specializes in book binding etc.
What I loved most about this was the section about how to fix and upcycle books. I have a lot of thrifted books that are not necessarily in the best condition and this can help you make your books even more special with just a few materials and tools. I have started spraying the edges of my favorite books in the last month and it is surprisingly easy to do yourself.
I already have some more DIY bookish projects on my list ;)
Thank you so much Netgalley for granting a wish! I can recommend this to anybody who's interested in sprucing up their old books or if you're looking for a fun easy project or special gift for someone.
NetGalley, Anya Diepold
