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  • Built-In Furniture for Your Home Built-In Furniture for Your Home
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    Built-In Furniture for Your Home

    This early manual is a fascinating read for any home crafts enthusiast or historian, but contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Workshop projects are extensively illustrated with hundreds of drawings, diagrams and photographs...
    $22.00

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  • How to Build Garden Furniture How to Build Garden Furniture
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    How to Build Garden Furniture

    This vintage book is a detailed and informative guide for woodworkers and craftsmen in the practice of designing and constructing garden furniture and is of great practical use today for anyone with an interest in carpentry. Contents: Woodworking -...
    $47.00

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  • Dressed Soft Toys - Animal Families Dressed Soft Toys - Animal Families
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    Dressed Soft Toys - Animal Families

    This early manual is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of all sewing enthusiasts. Six lovable animal families are collected into this how-to guide, which ensures success with accurate patterns and clearly written instructions, made...
    $28.00

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  • Fun With Ventriloquism Fun With Ventriloquism
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    Fun With Ventriloquism

    This early work is a fascinating read for entertainment enthusiasts. Thoroughly recommended for the bookshelf of the amateur or professional ventriloquist it contains a wealth of information that is still useful and practical today. Extensively...
    $34.00

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  • Action Toys Action Toys
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    Action Toys

    This unusual early work presents a collection of toys with a variety of typical mechanical movements and worth-while construction problems. Instructions are extensively illustrated with diagrams. Contents Include: Tools and Supplies; Transferring...
    $30.00

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  • The Making of Nets The Making of Nets
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    The Making of Nets

    This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to making nets, including information on materials, different types of nets, speed netting, and much more. Complete with detailed, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of handy tips and tricks, this...
    $22.00

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  • Indian Slippers Indian Slippers
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    Indian Slippers

    This early work on Indian Slipper making is a fascinating read for any shoemaking enthusiast or historian. Comprising a step-by-step illustrated guide to making Indian slippers, it is a thoroughly recommended title for the cobbler's shelf. Many of the...
    $24.00

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  • A Book Of Make-Up A Book Of Make-Up
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    A Book Of Make-Up

    Originally published in 1930. This book imparts the author’s professional knowledge acquired from many years of experience and study. The illustrated contents include: The Principles of Make Up – The Dressing Table – Preparation of the Face – “Straight”...
    $44.00

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  • The Printing of Books The Printing of Books
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    The Printing of Books

    Embark on a captivating journey through the history of book printing, exploring the evolution of the craftsmanship and applied techniques. First published in 1938, this insightful volume delves into the multifaceted aspects of the printing process and...
    $49.00

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  • Some Of Our Flower Friends (1897) Some Of Our Flower Friends (1897)
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    Some Of Our Flower Friends (1897)

    "" Some Of Our Flower Friends"" is a book written by Annie Chase and published in 1897. The book is a collection of short stories about different types of flowers and their unique characteristics. Each story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations of...
    $73.00

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  • Leadwork Leadwork
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    Leadwork

    Leadwork: Old And Ornamental, And For The Most Part English (1893) is a book written by William Richard Lethaby. The book provides a comprehensive study of leadwork, including its history, techniques, and designs. It focuses primarily on the ornamental...
    $73.00

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  • The Amateur Artist The Amateur Artist
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    The Amateur Artist

    The Amateur Artist: Or Oil And Watercolor Painting Without The Aid Of A Teacher is a guidebook written by Frances George Delamotte and originally published in 1906. The book is aimed at aspiring artists who wish to learn how to paint in oils and...
    $71.00

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  • Papier Mache (1896) Papier Mache (1896)
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    Papier Mache (1896)

    Papier Mache is a book written by Charles Allen and published in 1896. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of papier mache, a technique that involves using paper and glue to create decorative objects. The book covers the history of papier mache,...
    $71.00

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  • Tea Blending as a Fine Art (1896) Tea Blending as a Fine Art (1896)
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    Tea Blending as a Fine Art (1896)

    Tea Blending As A Fine Art is a book written by Joseph M. Walsh in 1896. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of tea blending, covering everything from the history of tea to the different types of tea and their various characteristics. The author...
    $71.00

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  • Mother's Knitter Mother's Knitter
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    Mother's Knitter

    Mother's Knitter is a book written by Elvina Mary Corbould and published in 1882. The book contains a collection of knitting patterns for children's clothing and accessories, including hats, socks, mittens, and scarves. The patterns are designed for...
    $73.00

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  • Les Arts Somptuaires Histoire Du Costume Et De L'Ameublement V1 Les Arts Somptuaires Histoire Du Costume Et De L'Ameublement V1
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    Les Arts Somptuaires Histoire Du Costume Et De L'Ameublement V1

    Les Arts Somptuaires Histoire Du Costume Et De L'Ameublement V1: Introduction Generale (1857) est un livre �����crit par Louandre, Charles. Il s'agit d'un ouvrage qui traite de l'histoire du costume et de l'ameublement. Il est divis����� en deux parties...
    $89.00

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  • Le Musee Royal-Bourbon (1843) Le Musee Royal-Bourbon (1843)
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    Le Musee Royal-Bourbon (1843)

    Le livre ""Le Mus�����e Royal-Bourbon (1843)"" de Finati, Giovanni Battista, est un ouvrage qui pr�����sente une description compl�����te du Mus�����e Royal-Bourbon situ����� ������ Naples, en Italie. Ce livre est une source d'informations pr�����cieuse...
    $96.00

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  • Die Anpflanzung Und Behandlung Von Alleebaumen (1878) Die Anpflanzung Und Behandlung Von Alleebaumen (1878)
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    Die Anpflanzung Und Behandlung Von Alleebaumen (1878)

    ""Die Anpflanzung Und Behandlung Von Alleebaumen"" ist ein Buch von Eduard Petzold, das im Jahr 1878 ver������ffentlicht wurde. Das Werk behandelt ausf�����hrlich die Anpflanzung und Pflege von Alleeb�����umen. Dabei geht der Autor auf verschiedene...
    $62.00

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  • Les Chemins De for À Bon Marché ... Les Chemins De for À Bon Marché ...
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    Les Chemins De for À Bon Marché ...

    This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning...
    $36.00

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  • The Arts And Crafts Of Older Spain V1 (1908) The Arts And Crafts Of Older Spain V1 (1908)
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    The Arts And Crafts Of Older Spain V1 (1908)

    The Arts And Crafts Of Older Spain V1 is a book written by Leonard Williams and originally published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the traditional arts and crafts of Spain, with a particular focus on the historical and cultural...
    $96.00

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  • The Art Collections Of The Nation The Art Collections Of The Nation
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    The Art Collections Of The Nation

    The Art Collections Of The Nation: Some Recent Acquisitions (1920) is a book written by Charles Geoffrey Holme. It is a comprehensive collection of some of the most recent acquisitions in the art world, featuring a range of artwork from different periods...
    $71.00

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  • Economical Purchase, Care And Use Of Material Economical Purchase, Care And Use Of Material
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    Economical Purchase, Care And Use Of Material

    ""Economical Purchase, Care And Use Of Material: Disciplinary And Moral Questions That Enter Into The Subject"" is a book written by Marshall Monroe Kirkman and published in 1896. The book covers the topic of how to make economical purchases and how to...
    $92.00

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  • Rustic Adornments For Homes Of Taste (1895) Rustic Adornments For Homes Of Taste (1895)
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    Rustic Adornments For Homes Of Taste (1895)

    Rustic Adornments For Homes Of Taste is a book written by Shirley Hibberd and published in 1895. The book contains a comprehensive guide to rustic decoration and furnishing for homes. It is a practical guide for people who want to decorate their homes in...
    $89.00

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  • Rugs And Carpets From The Orient (1907) Rugs And Carpets From The Orient (1907)
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    Rugs And Carpets From The Orient (1907)

    Rugs and Carpets from the Orient is a book published in 1907 by the Powers Mercantile Company. The book provides a comprehensive description of the various types of rugs and carpets that were produced in the Orient during the early 20th century. The book...
    $67.00

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  • Recreations Mathematiques Et Physiques V4 Recreations Mathematiques Et Physiques V4
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    Recreations Mathematiques Et Physiques V4

    Recr�����ations Math�����matiques et Physiques V4 est un livre �����crit par Jacques Ozanam en 1750. Dans ce livre, l'auteur traite des phosphores naturels et artificiels ainsi que des lampes perp�����tuelles. Ozanam explore les propri�����t�����s et les...
    $104.00

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  • Imogine Or The Flowers And Fruits Of Rome Imogine Or The Flowers And Fruits Of Rome
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    Imogine Or The Flowers And Fruits Of Rome

    Imogine Or The Flowers And Fruits Of Rome: A Metrical Tale (1863) is a book written by M. H. The book is a poetic narrative that tells the story of a young girl named Imogine who travels to Rome and discovers its rich history, culture, and art. Imogine...
    $98.00

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  • Horse Or Blacksmith? (1897) Horse Or Blacksmith? (1897)
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    Horse Or Blacksmith? (1897)

    Horse Or Blacksmith? is a novel written by Nat Gould and first published in 1897. The story follows the life of a young man named Tom Berrington who is torn between his love for horses and his desire to become a blacksmith. Tom's father is a successful...
    $87.00

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  • Handwork And Its Place In Early Education (1913) Handwork And Its Place In Early Education (1913)
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    Handwork And Its Place In Early Education (1913)

    Handwork And Its Place In Early Education is a book written by Laura L. Plaisted and originally published in 1913. The book explores the benefits of incorporating handwork, such as sewing, weaving, and woodworking, into early education. Plaisted argues...
    $89.00

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  • French Pictures French Pictures
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    French Pictures

    French Pictures: Drawn With Pen And Pencil is a book published in 1878 by Samuel Gosnell Green. The book is a collection of sketches and illustrations of various locations in France, drawn with pen and pencil. The sketches include famous landmarks such...
    $78.00

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  • Eminent Men And Popular Books Eminent Men And Popular Books
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    Eminent Men And Popular Books

    Eminent Men And Popular Books: From The Times (1859) is a book written by Samuel Lucas. The book is a collection of essays and reviews of popular books and influential men of the time, as published in The Times newspaper in 1859. The essays cover a range...
    $87.00

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  • Educational Needlecraft (1911) Educational Needlecraft (1911)
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    Educational Needlecraft (1911)

    Educational Needlecraft is a book written by Margaret Swanson and first published in 1911. The book is a comprehensive guide to teaching needlework to children, with a focus on practical and useful skills that can be applied in everyday life. The book...
    $73.00

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  • Innovative Bookbinding Innovative Bookbinding
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    Innovative Bookbinding

    Shereen LaPlantz' popular how-to book titled, "Innovative Bookbinding: Secret Compartments & Hidden Messages," was a massive hit that sold out instantly in two hand-bound editions in 1997 and 2000. After multitudinous requests, we are pleased to present...
    $44.00

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  • Building Your Chambered Wood Surfboard Building Your Chambered Wood Surfboard
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    Building Your Chambered Wood Surfboard

    A complete guide to building a chambered wood surfboard using cedar two by fours or similar stock. This book includes layout, assembly, shaping, and chambering instructions to build your own 8' CedarGlide® Mini Longboard. This particular method is a...
    $35.00

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  • The Tropical Houseplant Doctor The Tropical Houseplant Doctor
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    The Tropical Houseplant Doctor

    Do you desire beautiful houseplants in your home? Ones you can be proud of and show off year-round? Then keep reading!It can be quite heart-wrenching to witness your beloved houseplants struggling and fading away as time goes by. If you have...
    $25.00

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  • Mama Claus and the Orphanage Mama Claus and the Orphanage
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    Mama Claus and the Orphanage

    At a small orphanage,15 children have lost hope that Christmas could ever be merry-until a new cook namedMrs. Nelson arrives. With her sweet smile, warm heart, and a little bit of Christmas magic, Mrs. Nelson brings love, joy, and a special story about...
    $27.00

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  • Black Santa Black Santa
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    Black Santa

    Black Santa A Season of Joy is a beautiful hardcover, coffee table book, designed to be the centerpiece of your adult holiday gathering space. This stunning book reimagines Santa Claus through a modern lens, blending timeless holiday tradition with...
    $51.00

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  • AGATHA CHRISTIE WORD SEARCH PUZZLES AGATHA CHRISTIE WORD SEARCH PUZZLES
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    AGATHA CHRISTIE WORD SEARCH PUZZLES

    AGATHA CHRISTIE WORD SEARCH PUZZLES - Easy To Read in Large PrintThis word puzzle book is dedicated to Dame Agatha Christie who wrote 66 novels and 150 short stories. Her books have brought pleasure to readers all across the globe for over 100 years...
    $20.00

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  • Simple - el libro de colorear fácil Simple - el libro de colorear fácil
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    Simple - el libro de colorear fácil

    ¡Presentamos "Simple - Libro de Colorear para Todas las Edades"!Este encantador libro está especialmente diseñado para niños de tan solo un año, personas mayores que luchan contra el Alzheimer o cualquier persona que simplemente ame colorear. Con más de...
    $39.00

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Best Books on Handicrafts, Arts & Crafts – Knitting, Embroidery, Pottery, DIY Crafts

Discover your next creative passion with BookLoop’s handicrafts, decorative arts, and crafts books. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artisan, our range of books offers expert guidance on everything from DIY home décor projects and paper crafts to knitting, embroidery, pottery, calligraphy, and fabric painting.

At BookLoop, we understand how satisfying it is to create something with your own hands. That’s why our selection includes detailed tutorials, patterns, and ideas for a wide variety of creative pursuits. You’ll find books on how to make handmade gifts, create macramé wall hangings, or even start a small craft business.

Explore categories like: Knitting and Crochet Patterns for Beginners, DIY Embroidery Techniques and Designs, Pottery and Ceramics Step-by-Step, Calligraphy and Hand Lettering, Home Craft Ideas for Kids and Adults, Sustainable Crafts with Recycled Materials and more.

Looking to unwind and de-stress? Try mindful projects like adult colouring books, paper folding (origami), or watercolour painting. These artistic practices are proven to support relaxation and creative expression.

For those passionate about textile arts, explore books on quilting, sewing for beginners, fabric dyeing, and upcycling clothing. Many of our books also include materials lists, project photos, and beginner-friendly instructions to help you follow along easily at home.

If you're aiming to make your art a business, we also offer guides on craft marketing, branding handmade goods, and selling on Etsy or markets. From hobbyists to aspiring professional makers, BookLoop supports your creative journey with expert-led content.

Whether you're working with wood, yarn, clay, thread, or paper, BookLoop's books on handicrafts, decorative arts, and crafts will inspire and guide your next masterpiece.