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The Big-Ass Book of Crafts
written by Mark Montano
Studio : Simon Spotlight Entertainment
by Simon Spotlight Entertainment
Publisher : Simon Spotlight Entertainment
Released : 2008-02-19
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 1
EAN : 9781416937852
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 18 reviews)
List Price : $19.95
Our Price : $12.75
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The Big-Ass Book of Crafts is packed with ideas for sprucing up your living space; concocting fabulous, all-natural body products; designing your own unique stationery; and creating countless other crafts that will convince your friends and loved ones that you're the secret love child of Martha Stewart (only much, much cooler). Forget crocheted doilies and itchy knit sweaters -- TLC's While You Were Out top designer Mark Montano has created stylish and imaginative projects that range from a Warhol-esque Ultrasuede iPod case to photo-adorned boxer shorts to African mask patio chairs to wooden night-light boxes. Divided into sections that include Outdoorsy (ideas to enhance your backyard), Dishing It Out (decorating plates using different techniques), You've Been Framed (innovative picture framing ideas), and Can I Have a Light? (creating and decorating lamps, lanterns, and chandeliers), it's as entertaining to read as it is endlessly inspiring. With more than one hundred and fifty inventive and fun projects, The Big-Ass Book of Crafts is the perfect activity book for readers of every mood, budget, and skill level. |
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One of the freshest new craft books1 |
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My jaw dropped when I saw these projects too - because they are so happy and clever. Most of all FUN!!! The author is about making life and our surrounding beautiful. Lots of pop art influence in here, which I love. The ideas in this book prove that you don't have to have gobs of money to make superfly stuff for your home. It's all about mixing and matching everyday objects and giving them a new spin. I love that they are all easy enough for anyone to tackle in an afternoon. I can hardly wait, this book is soooooo cool! Looking forward to more DIY books by this author. |
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I thought this was a joke |
Yes, I am more discerning about art and crafts, but after picking this up and having my jaw drop with how crude these crafts were, I read the first page. He talks about these things being "home worthy", but I doubt anyone other than a grade schooler would think that. I felt it was put together quickly with poor pictures. Great graphics though, which is why I checked it out. I was sure there would be a chorus of bewildered reviewers. Obviously Americancivilwar customers are quite kind and have a different sense of style and fun than I do. Sorry.
What can I say - thank goodness I ordered it from the Library. Sorry Mr. Montano, I haven't seen you on TV, but I don't know about writing any more craft books. |
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By far the best craft book I've found! |
I've done two projects out of this book so far and they were so much fun! His instructions are clear and I was able to find materials easily! I did the lacework plate (shown in the project pictures) and the babydoll head paperweight.
I'm in my late 20's and found that I could proudly display a good majority of these projects in my home.
If you love fun, funky crafts...you've got to have this book! |
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Score this book at once! |
If you are frustrated by craft books that lack the sophistication you are looking for, The Big-Ass Book of Crafts will provide you with a truly lush array of what the athor refers to as "home worthy." In other words, just because you can put it together, it doesn't mean you want it sitting in the niddle of yoour living room screaming "Ugly!"
This book offers antique color copied prints, painted wood rugs, 3-D photo displays, bound books, basket lamps, i pod cases, scarf window treatments, glazed cards and tons more.
The major point of this book is that the author will show you how to make great stuff that looks like it cost a fortune for very little money.
Believe me, you will cherish the book forever, because it is forever adaptive to your changing tastes. Sweet! |
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The ultimate guide! |
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Just finished reading, and can't wait to begin! Lots of awesome craft projects that won't break the bank. Very easy instructions with a very complete shopping guide. |
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