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Plastic Canvas/ Needlepoint, Cross- Stitch/ Embroidery, & Quilting

Plastic Canvas Stitch Encyclopedia, The Needlecraft Shop, 2003. Photos, graphs, and detailed instructions for over 50 stitches. Brand New!

Teach Yourself Plastic Canvas, Leisure Arts, 1992. Easy step- by - step instructions to learn the basics of plastic canvas, and over 30 stitches, with a "sampler" coaster set and box to practice stitches. Slight bending at top from mailing, but otherwise like new.

Teach Yourself Plastic Canvas, Leisure Arts, 1992. Easy step- by - step instructions to learn the basics of plastic canvas, and over 30 stitches, with a "sampler" coaster set and box to practice stitches. Has been used -- cover and general overall wear, small checkmarks by some coaster titles.

Plastic Canvas Stitch Dictionary, Leisure Arts, 1999. Complete guide to making 113 stitches, plus sample projects: Tissue Box Cover, Doorstop, Bellpull Sampler, Eyeglass Case, Coasters. Corners bent from mailing; otherwise excellent condition.

First Steps in Plastic Canvas, American School of Needlework, 1991. Great intro to Plastic Canvas Needlepoint. This book contains tips and techniques, and full instructions for various stitches. Projects include: Kitties Doorstop, Bright Eyes Eyeglass Case, Boutique Tissue Box Cover, Gotcha Fly Swatter Cover, Sewing Box, Bear Doorhanger, and Treasure Chest. Brand NEW!

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First Steps in Needlepoint: A Beginner's Guide to Canvas Work, by Jean Leinhauser, American School of Needlework, 1988. Great intro to Needlepoint. This book contains tips and techniques, and full instructions for various stitches such as Tent Stitches, Upright Stitches, Cross Stitches, Square Stitches, and Special Stitches. Projects include: Sampler Pincushion with cross- stitch alphabet, Up Up and Away hot air balloon picture, Calico Cat, and Victorian Roses. Price crossed off on cover, store shelf wear to cover. Otherwise, like new.

"Teach Me" Plastic Canvas, by Dick Martin, Leisure Arts, 1995. Extra easy instructions just for kids. Projects include: Treasure Box,Dog Collar, Cat Collar, Magnets (butterfly, Rainbow, 2 Dinosaurs), Fish key ring, Floran Key Rig, Tic- Tac- Toe Set, Santa Ornament, and Bookworm Bookmark. Some cover & spine wear, but pages in very good condition.

The Ultimate Plastic Canvas Guide, The Needlecraft Shop, 1998. Everything you need to know about working with plastic canvas, from a general overview through Supplies, Cutting Canvas, Needle Threading Magic, Stitching, Contruction & Assembly, Finishing Tips, and Stitch Guide. First project included -- Blossom Table Set with Monogrammed Coaters, Holder, Basket & Napkin Ring. Like new.

Plastic Canvas Stitches, Graphworks International, 1991. 33 basic and decorative stitches. Slight cover wear, but overall very good condition.

The Corner Companion: Everything You Need to Know About Plastic Canvas, Leisure Arts, nd (ca 1989). Companion to magazine Plastic Canvas Corner, contains info on canvas types, yarn types, needles, the language of plastic canvas needlepoint, even the best way to thread a needle -- plus 16 stitches and a Jewelry Box practice project. Very good condition.

3 Available

The Easy Art of Needlepoint, Parade Magazine/ Graphic Enterpirse, Inc., 1973. Instructions and illustrations for needlepoint on canvas (also applicable to plastic canvas, which I don't think was available when this book was written). History of Needlepoint, Hints, equipment, Basic and Novelty Stitches, types of needlepoint designs and tips for designing needlepoint, and practice projects including: Scissors Case, Leo the Jungle Lion pillow top or picture, Personalized Book or Photo Album Cover, Eyeglass Case, Quickpoint Rug, Daffodil Brick Door Stop, Herb Picture, Cosmetic Case, Circles and Squares Wall Hanging, Shoulder Handbag, 2 alphabets. Cover wear, bent bottom corners. Pages rippled across the top as if the top margins may have gotten damp atone time.

Needlepoint Basics, by Barbara Hunter, Leisure Arts, 1974. Instructions and illustrations for 8 stitches plus pattern for Sampler Pillow. Als includes two "Stitch 'n Learn" pre- punched cards (the back cover). Some storage wear, but overall good condition.

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Learn Huck Embroidery on Monk's Cloth, by Trixh Boerens, Annie's, 2014. 9 easy- to- learn designs based on "treasures uncovered in antique stores, flea markets, and attics" include: Citrusy Chevrons Hot Pad, Fall Garden Hot Pad, Bow Tie Pillow, Sea Glass Throw, Flame Stitch Runner, Cowgirl Throw, Sunny- Side- Up Runner, Dresden Plates Baby Afghan, Rose Trellis Afghan. Brand New 2014 Release!

Learn Swedish Weaving & Huck Embroidery, by Katherine Kennedy, Annie's, 2014. Full color how- to charts, 2 full alphabets, and 12 projects: Marquise Bookmark, Hearts Bookmark, Waves Bookmark, Forget- Me- Not Jar Cozy, Twin Peaks, Tea Time, Little Boxes, Cascade, Waterfall Gift Bag, Personalized Infant Towel, Full Circle Place Mat. Brand New 2014 Release!

The Proper Stitch: A Guide for Counted Thread (Revised and Expanded), by Darlene O' Steen, The Needle's Prayse, Hoffman Media, Ltd, 2012. Originally printed in 1994. 168 pages; chapters include: Stitching Techniques, Cross- Stitch Family (22 stitches), Straight Stitch Family (5 stitches), Satin Stitch Family (11 stitches), Buttonhole Stitch Family (7 stitches), Looped Stitch Family (11 stitches), Drawn- Thread Techniques (4 stitches), The Proper Stitch Sampler, The Tudor Rose Sampler, The Pinkes Sampler. Brand New 2012 Release!

Easy to Learn Hand Embroidery, by Chris Malone, Annie's, 2014. Clear step- by- step instructions, drawings, and photos; each project teaches a new stitch and builds on previous lessons: Soft & Sweet Needle Book & Pincushion, Cuppa Coaster Set, Cheery Cherry Tea Towel Set, Magnetit Personality, Sweet Kitty Pincushion, Flutterby Butterfly Fabric Box, Pretty & Practical Eyeglass Case, Upcycled Denim Maxi Tote, Swe Tweet Fabric Bag, Sew Tidy Sewing Machine cover, Stitch Sampler. Brand New 2014 Release!

Learn to Do Cross- Stitch in Just One Day, American School of Needlework, 2009. Diagrams showing how to stitch, plus instructions in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Portuguese. 26 charted designs. Brand new!

Learn to Stitch with Looney Tunes, Leisure Arts, 1977. Warner Brothers cartoon characters such as Bugs, Tweety, Taz, Daffy, etc. provide detailed instructions on cross stitch embroidery, from supplies and how to thread a needle, to detailed and illustrated lessons on making the various stitches. Charted designs include: Marbin the Martian, Wile- E- Coyote, Tasmanian Devil, Tweety Bird, Sylvester, Daffy, Bugs, Pepe LePew, and a complete alphabet. New.

Teach Yourself Counted Cross Stitch, by Ginnie Thompson, Leisure Arts, 1975. Basics explained, plus 2 alphabets and designs including: Cat, Cardinal, 3 Gardening, 3 potted plants, 4 flowers in vases, house, night and day windows, basket of flowers, flower with bees, front porch with dog, Santa face, Rejoice, Cupid, wreath, girl with kitty, kitchen table, 6 borders. Definitely used, but everything is here and easily readable.

First Steps in Counted Cross Stitch, by Rita Weiss, American School of Needlework, 1986. Basic instructions plus over 15 charted designs. Good used -- some cover wear and page yellowing, smells a bit like dryer sheet.

Beginner's Guide to Cross Stitch with Waste Canvas, designed by Sam Hawkins, American School of Needlework, 1988. Basic instructions plus 15 charted designs and monogram alphabet. Very good condition.

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Fundamentals of Freehand Longarm QUILTING, by Terri L. Watson, Annie's, 2013. "A guide for short-, mid-, and longarm machines." Chapters include: Types of Quilting Systems, Basic Parts of the Machine/ Table, supplies, Finding Your Comfort Zone, Practice Practice Practice, Attaching the Quilt to the Leaders (or Loading), Quilt Sandwich Tension, Quilting, Developing the Freehand Design, Quilting as a Business, Resource Guide, Glossary, Stitch Design Paths. BRAND NEW!

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I Can SEW, designed by Lynn Weglarz, Annie's, 2012. Easy step- by- step instructions for 8 projects: Ponytail Scrunchie, Digital Music Player Carrier, Perfect in Pink Pillowcase, Drawstring Backpack, Secret Pocket Pillow, 18" Doll Skirt, 18" Doll Shirt, Apron for Mom. BRAND NEW!

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SEWING: Learn Decorative Machine Stitching, designed by Linda Turner Griepentrog, Annie's, 2013. Projects include: Card Party Greeting Cards, Whale of A Bib, Make Your Mark Bookmarks, Buttoned- Down Ornaments, Quilted Case for e-reader or tablet, Going in Circles Runner, Wrap It Up Baby Blanket, Little Black Bag, Just Encase Gift Card Holder, Crossing the Line Placemats & Napkins, Soft Pocket Lingerie Keeper, It's A Wrap Gift Bag, Middle Management Belt, Yipes Stripes Tote. BRAND NEW!

SEWING: Learn to Make Pintucks, Pleats & Ruching, designed by Laura Estes, Annie's, 2013. Projects include: Hot Pad, Table Runner, Place Mat, Napkins, Pillow Sham, Patchwork Pillow, Kitchen Towel, Chair Pad & Back Cover, Flower Tote Bag, Knobby Autumn Pumpkin, Spring Tulip Wreath. BRAND NEW!

Learn to Make A Foundation- Pieced Quilt, House of White Birches, 2011. How- to and full-size foundation patterns for making Starwinkle, Desert Trails, Radiant Rainbows, Fiber Optics, Santa Fe Baskets, and Spring Flower Baskets quilts. Brand New!

Learn to Do Hand Quilting in Just One Day, by Nancy Brenan Daniel, American School of Needlework, 2009. 64- page updated edition of a classic 1996 book. Complete instructions, from materials and tools to finishing, plus hand quilting designs and 8 projects: Double Heart Pillow, Snowflake Table Topper, Contemporary Colors Runner, Watermelon Hanging, Pumpkin Seed Pillow, Welcome Quilt with Wheat & Pineapple, Amish Style Wall Quilt. Brand New!

Learn to Make A Quilt From Start to Finish, by Carolyn S. Vagts, House of White Birches, 2011. Quilt block with may setting options -- twist or turn your block to create a new pattern. The possibilities are endless! Brand New!

"I Can Quilt!", by Sandra L. Hatch & Sue Harvey, House of White Birches, 2003. Geared toward preteen girls, this "how to" presents 7 projects which teach the basics with simple text and lots of color diagrams. Projects include: Heart Pincushion, Drawstring Fun Bag, Take Along Tic- Tac- Toe, Crazy Patch Heart Tote, Friendship Star Pillow, Helping Hands Pocket Organizer, and Four- Patch Fun Quilt. Brand New !

Learn to Make a Foundation-Pieced Quilt, by Linda Causee, American School of Needlework, 1998. Full instructions in English, French, Spanish, and German for learning the technique and for six distinctive quilts. Brand New !

Learn to be A Wacky-Wedge Quilting Wizard, by Linda Causee, American School of Needlework, 2002. An amazing array of spinning whirly-bird and kaleidoscopic blocks from cutting and sewing simple wedges from just one fabric. Full instructions included for six different quilts; colored photos show the original fabric and the blocks. Brand New !

Learn to be A Wacky-Star Quilting Wizard, by Linda Causee, American School of Needlework, 2002. An amazing array of spinning stars and sparkling blocks from cutting and sewing simple kite-shaped pieces from just one fabric. Full instructions included for eight different quilts; colored photos show the original fabric and the blocks. Brand New !

Learn to be A Wacky-Pinwheel Quilting Wizard, by Linda Causee, American School of Needlework, 2001. An amazing array of spinning whirlygig blocks from cutting and sewing simple triangle-shaped pieces from just one fabric. Full instructions included for nine different quilts; colored photos show the original fabric and the blocks. Brand New!

Learn to Quilt with Leather, by Patricia Converse, House of White Birches, 2005. Over a dozen projects and how-to tips. Brand New!

Step By Step Quiltmaking, by Barbara Dannerman, Golden Press, 1975. Chapters include: Introduction, Kinds of Quilts, Quilts with Pieced Tops, Quilts with One- Piece and Appliqued Tops, Equipment and Materials, Basic Steps and Techniques (from choosing a design to binding). Projects include: Applique Sampler, Around the World Quilt, Log Cabin Pocketbook, Log Cabin Tablecloth, Georgetown Circle Pillow, Random- Color Squares Quilt, Pre-Stuffed Triangles Quilt, Center Motif Wall Hanging, Irregular Design Quilt, Cathedral Window Quilt, Crazy Quilt Wall Hanging, Trapunto Quilt, Applique Presentation Quilt. Very good condition.

Learning to Quilt: A Beginner's Guide, by Lori Yetmar Smith, Leisure Arts, 1990. 25 Lessons, from quilting terms and supplies to how to sign and date your quilt. Quilt block patterns include: Rail Fence, Double Nine- Patch, Shoo FLy, Monkey Wrench, Jacob's Ladder, Ohio Star, Card Trick, Lily, Star in a Star, Wedding Ring, Bear's Paw, LeMoyne Star, Drunkard's Path, Basket, Grandma's Fan, Spring Bloom, Honey Bee, Friendship Star, Bow Tie, Goose Tracks. Bent corner on one page, but otherwise like new.

McCall's How To Quilt It!, McCall's Needlework & Crafts, 1979. Instructions for Patchwork, Applique, Combining Techniques, Quilting Variations, Trapunto, "Biscuit" Quilting, and Plain Quilting. Quilt patterns include: Lone Star, Multipattern Quilt, Windmill Quilt, Baby Blocks Pillow, Schoolhouse Quilt, Harvest Sun Quilt, Drunkard's Path Quilt, Crazy Quilt, Mosaic Wall Hanging, Hawaiian Pilllows, Plume Quilt, Three Flowers Quilt, Tulip Quilt, Boy and Girl Quilt Set, Pot Holders (Turkey, Acorn, Pumpkin, Mushroom, Owl), Padded Doves, Garden Basket Quilt, Cathedral Coverlet, Face Pillow, Fleur- De- Lis Pillow, Dressmaker's Belt, Puffed Patchwork Quilt, and Eyeglass Case. Good used condition.

The New Quilting & Patchwork Dictonary, by Rhoda Ochser Goldberg, Crown Publishers, Inc., 1988. Quilting techniques, tools & Accessories, frames, fabrics, templates, borders, fillers, patchwork and applique patterns, enlarging & reducing, finishing, and more. Very good used condition -- some page yellowing.

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