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Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's HandbookStitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook by Debbie Stoller
Buy new: $10.04 / Used from: $6.95
I know, I know...You're probably tired of seeing this book on lists by now. But honestly, I must say--it IS the best knitting book out there! A must for any self-respecting knitter!
Stitch 'n Bitch NationStitch 'n Bitch Nation by Debbie Stoller
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $4.00
Book the Second. Tons more patterns. Cute.
Knit Scarves!: 16 Cool Patterns to Keep You WarmKnit Scarves!: 16 Cool Patterns to Keep You Warm by Candi Jensen
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $2.13
A great book with cute scarves that give a lot of inspiration too. Not for a beginner, however, because it doesn't have much instruction.
Knitting in Plain EnglishKnitting in Plain English by Maggie Righetti
Buy used from: $1.10
Wonderfully straightforward book. Teaches you a ton, from basics to intermediate and advanced techniques and patterns. Very good.
Get Crafty: Hip Home EcGet Crafty: Hip Home Ec by Jean Railla
Buy used from: $0.37
So many projects! Another great book.
Retro Revamp: Funky Projects from Handbags to HousewaresRetro Revamp: Funky Projects from Handbags to Housewares by Jennifer Knapp
Buy used from: $0.01
Wonderful! What else can I say?
Making Handbags: Retro, Chic, LuxuriousMaking Handbags: Retro, Chic, Luxurious by Ellen Goldstein-Lynch
Buy new: $13.59 / Used from: $7.95
Terribly good. Be the next Kate Spade.
Making Leather Handbags and Other Stylish AccessoriesMaking Leather Handbags and Other Stylish Accessories by Ellen Goldstein-Lynch
Buy used from: $8.00
Also great. You can also check out "Making Leather Purses and Totes"
Jewelry Two Books In One: Projects To Practice & Inspire * Techniques to Adapt to Suit Your Own DesignsJewelry Two Books In One: Projects To Practice & Inspire * Techniques to Adapt to Suit Your Own Designs by Madeline Coles
Buy used from: $9.50
A very good jewelry book.
Vintage-Style Beaded JewelryVintage-Style Beaded Jewelry by Deborah Schneebeli-Morrell
Buy new: $15.63 / Used from: $3.10
A MUST HAVE!!! Such fahabulous projects, I don't know where to begin!!! Great book!
Antique Style Bead AccessoriesAntique Style Bead Accessories by Matsuko Sawanobori
Buy used from: $2.75
Also very good, but with a vintage/Japanese/artsy flair.
Creative CorrespondenceCreative Correspondence by Judy Jacobs
Buy used from: $2.93
Jazz up that snail mail!
Designing Handcrafted Cards: Step-by-Step Techniques for Crafting 60 Beautiful CardsDesigning Handcrafted Cards: Step-by-Step Techniques for Crafting 60 Beautiful Cards by Claire Sun-ok Choi
Buy used from: $7.95
Very cute and great to let friends know you care.
Quick & Clever Handmade Cards (Quick and Clever)Quick & Clever Handmade Cards (Quick and Clever) by Julie Hickey
Buy new: $13.59 / Used from: $3.96
Quick. Clever. Handmade. Cards.
Origami BoxesOrigami Boxes by Florence Temko
Buy new: $8.95 / Used from: $4.96
Very creative boxes.
Dollar Bill OrigamiDollar Bill Origami by John Montroll
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $6.81
Cute designs!
Natural Beauty at Home, : More Than 250 Easy to Use Recipes for Body,Bath, and Hair (Revised Edition)Natural Beauty at Home, : More Than 250 Easy to Use Recipes for Body,Bath, and Hair (Revised Edition) by Janice Cox
Buy new: $14.28 / Used from: $7.50
Tons of recipes!
Natural Beauty From The Garden: More Than 200 Do-It-Yourself Beauty Recipes & Garden IdeasNatural Beauty From The Garden: More Than 200 Do-It-Yourself Beauty Recipes & Garden Ideas by Janice Cox
Buy used from: $7.00
Tons more recipes!