Books published by publisher Lark Crafts

Create stunningly intricate jewelry using soutache—a form of ornate braid or tassel. Providing plenty of photographed step-by-step instructions as a guide, Amee K. Sweet-McNamara shows intermediate-to-advanced jewelers the various techniques needed to make bracelets, pins, necklaces, and earrings. From a richly hued Shimmering Sea Turtle Pendant to Crystal Coil Earrings and a Day of the Dead Bracelet, these 12 colorful pieces are magnificent.

Get ready to look at books in a whole new way! These unique projects consist of far more than paper stitched between cardboard covers. Instead, they showcase a host of fabulous features and magically unfold like a map, contain cards that slip into pockets, include pop-ups perfect for celebrating all types of occasions, and tell stories on a scroll. There's even one that unrolls like a movie. And kids will really enjoy choosing the style that's just right for what they want to say and do--so their message will come through loud and clear. Gwen Diehn, whose work critics have called "remarkably creative and inspiring"* and "outstanding,"** makes crafting easy with her superb explanations of tools and techniques."What is wonderful about this title is the author's ability to interest and convince readers that they, too, can become creators....Great ideas for inspiring projects."--School Library Journal*From Library Journal, for Simple Printmaking**From Booklist, for Nature Crafts for Kids

The third title in Millie Marotta's immensely popular coloring book series, now in a smaller size! Millie Marotta's Wild Savannah coloring book features her beautiful, intricate drawings of the flora and fauna found on this open, grassy ecosystem. Now these same gorgeous illustrations of elephants, rhinos, zebras, leopards, ostrich, and other creatures are available in a postcard-size collection. Color them in, and frame them or send them to a friend!

When school's out, it's time for camp—craft camp! Kids (and their parents) will love these 40 projects that include simple beading, sewing, felting, bookmaking, and so much more. Create colorful piñatas, eco-friendly mobiles, and up-cycled necklaces, hats, and T-shirts. Boys and girls, and children from 6 to 12, will all find something fun to do! Lots of helpful photographs, and how-to illustrations when needed, explain all the techniques in an easy-to-follow way.

Katherine Shaughnessy, author of The New Crewel, continues her original, modern approach to needlework--and takes crewel embroidery to a higher level. For this stunning collection of motifs, all in circular patterns, she has whipped up a fresh menu of creative ideas, including 30 new designs, five new stitches, and ten inspirational projects. Just as with Katherine's first compilation, this includes photographs and color diagrams of each motif, along with how-to illustrations, plus a feature not offered previously: a CD of the motifs for easy download.

Soldering has taken the crafting world by storm, and the well-illustrated and easy-to-follow instructions in this comprehensive guide thoroughly demystify the process. Beginners will learn how to master the basics and make 40 projects, ranging from a playful Turquoise Swirl Cuff to a mini-scrapbook foldout frame. Includes traceable patterns with glass-cutting lines, plus a page of pretty clip art to use.

Snap up this special reprint of a popular bestseller, now repackaged with a new cover and a lower price! Glittering and colorful bicones, buttons, drops, and rhinestones are the stars of the show in this exceptional entry in Lark Jewelry & Beading's Beading with series. Begin your creative journey by learning from an extensive section on basic techniques that includes stringing, knotting, off-loom beading, edgings, brick stitch, herringbone stitch, ladder stitch, netting, peyote stitch, square stitch, right angle weave, and wirework.

Kick off summer fashionably with these 20 beachy hemp creations! Using nature’s loveliest bounty, like shiny sea glass, and working with the ever-more-popular art of macramé, crafters will find that every piece of jewelry here is fun to make and wear. Fashion a knotted sea glass bracelet, shell cluster necklace, tassel and bead earrings, and more. They’re easy, trendy, beautiful, and environmentally smart.