Search Results: Hobbies & Crafts from Riverwood's Books

Charlton Press. Very Good. 2004. First Edition. Softcover. B00494LJ8K . 43rd edition. ISBN: 0889682410. Ex-library book, but still in very good condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Pages are clean and intact. Cover has light scuffing, very light corner wear. 136 pages. [195-osl]; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 136 pages .

Contemporary Books. Very Good. 1975. Softcover. 0809249847 . Cover has moderate edge and corner wear, some corner curling, price sticker on front. Interior is clean, with no markings. B/w illus. ; 8vo; Review: " Excellent beginners dart book....I own several books on the game of darts, and this is the best one. It is chock full of humorous comments, informative sidebars, charts, figures, hand drawings, and examples. The rules for the games were easy to follow and it lists 23 of them including Cricket. The tips on how to play well, and practice effectively were good. It included several practice routines in addition to the games...." (200osl) .

New York: Permabooks. Good. 1959. First Printing. Paperback. Permabooks 1st printing 1959 paperback. Good condition for it's page. Pages are clean and intact, light soiling to outer edge of pages, light age tanning to interior. Cover has moderate edge/corner wear, scuffing, creasing to rear cover, light soiling. Based on the accumulated experience of 36 top bowlers, who reveal their secrets of natural precision bowling. B/w illustrations. 127 pages. (120os4-24) ; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall .

London: Merehurst. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition. Hardcover. 1853914371 . Very nice condition, clean and unmarked. Jacket has very light edgewear and a little scuffing. Colour illustrations. "The Art & Crafts of Paper is a comprehensive introduction to using and making paper. This book shows you how to make your own paper, marble with paper, decorate items with decoupage, and how to recycle waste paper to make objects from papier mache. Included are a wide variety of projects, ranging from cards and stationery to candlesticks and even jewelry. Full-color photographs and clearly explained instructions guide beginners through the paper-making process. " [845]; 4to 11" - 13" tall .

Dover Publications. Very Good+. 2001. First Edition. Softcover. 0486417395 . Ex-library book, but still in very good condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type of markings. Pages are clean and intact, slight soiling outer edge of pages. Cover has light scuffing. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 128 pages; Following a history of Chinese calligraphy — going all the way back to the pictographic beginnings of Chinese writing more than 4,000 years ago — the author explains the basic construction of individual characters and the ways in which calligraphy is used by Chinese artists, including calligraphic seals and inscriptions on paintings. (405osl, 0211) .

Hartley & Marks Publishers. Very Good. 2001. First Edition. Softcover. 088179192x . Ex-library book, still in very nice condition, sturdy laminated cover & usual type markings. Pages clean and intact, . Cover has light scuffing, light edge/corner wear, few small tears and slight loosening in areas to the laminate. Profusely illustrated in colour. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 206 pages; Make your boat a home! Expert decorator and "liveaboard" Linda Buckingham shares her wealth of knowledge with over 50 decorating projects for the boat. All of these projects can easily be completed onboard. Using only simple, accessible tools and materials, Buckingham takes you step-by-step through designs for all areas of the boat, from floor cloths and knotwork to chairs and glasswork. A wide variety of techniques are explained in detail-including stenciling, faux finishing, ropework and knotting-that will help you make items such as the Canvas Deckchair, Lantern Lashing, and… Read More

U. K.: Parragon Books. Very Good. 1994. Softcover. 1858134439 . Moderate wear to cover edges and corners. Interior clean and intact, with no markings. Patterns are all intact and on heavy cardboard, in color. Includes instructions and all pieces plus interesting stories about Pirate history and pirates today. Everything you need to make a magnificent pirate ship! Follow the clear instructions and step-by-step drawings, and make this superb pirate ship using little more than scissors, a craft knife and some glue. (os) ; 4to 11" - 13" tall .

London: Pelham Books. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1975. First Edition. Hardcover. 0720708621 . Pelham Books, London 1975. HC/DJ - very good. Ex-library book, but still in quite nice condition - laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Pages are tight and clean other than one page with a few small oil (? ) stains. Jacket, which is attached to book, has light scuffing and a little wear at edges. Covers all aspects of building a glass reinforced plastic canoe. [372-noto]; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 255 pages .

Piccadilly Books. Very Good. 1993. First Edition. Softcover. 0941599213 . Ex-library book, but still in quite good condition, sturdy laminated cover & usual type markings. Internal pages clean & tight, light soiling/spotting outer edge of pages. Light edgewear to cover and a little edge curling to last few pages. B/w illustrations. This is a guide on how to be entertainly funny using magical effects and offbeat stunts in a clownish way. Shows how to effectively combine the humor and funny antics of clowning with the thrill and enchantment of magic. Hundreds of tried and tested comedy effects.... [520] ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 160 pages .

Toronto: Van Nostrand Reinhold. Good. 1981. First Edition. Softcover. 0442297017 . Ex-library book, still in quite good condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Light edgewear and scuffing to cover, some loosening of laminate along spine. Pages intact and clean other than the occasional small spot and light soiling outer edge of page. B/w photos/illustrations. 136 pages. Offers an introduction to some of the most appealing collector's items found in Canada: glassware, ceramics, metal goods, furniture, books, prints, maps, collectibles such as records and postcards, and much more. (460os) ; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" Tall; 136 pages .

Heart Books. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1983. First Edition. Hardcover. 0878513078 . Ex-library with laminated cover & usual stamps & stickers - light edgewear, light scuffing. Internal pages are tight, with occasional light soiling, but otherwise very good. B/w & colour illus. " .. Intelligent and informative guide tracing the evolution of wicker basketry into furniture in ancient Egypt, its introduction in Britain by the Roman conquerors, and its early arrival on our own shores aboard. ... ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall .

Fox Chapel Publishing Company. Very Good. 2000. First Edition. Softcover. 1565231198 . Ex-library book, but still in very nice condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Internal pages clean and tight, a little soiling outer edge of pages. Cover has light scuffing and a few light scratches. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 180 pages; Thirty-seven clock projects-from modern designs to historical reproductions, from novelty clocks to practical timepieces-are detailed in this step-by-step manual. Patterns, color photos, and line drawings for each clock are supplied, as are construction techniques and guides to finding and fitting the necessary components. [735] .

Taplinger Publishing Company. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket;. 1978. First Edition. Hardcover. 0800819950 . Ex-library book with usual ex-lib type markings, still in good condition. Light edgewear and scuffing to jacket, light soiling outer edge of pages. Interior unmarked other than occasional light soiling and a little age tanning to page edges. Colour & b/w illustrations. 143 pages. Clarke describes in detail the different tools, materials, equipment involved in the making of jewelry, as well as guidance on designing jewelry. Contents: Designing; Materials & Tools; Piercing and Filing; Annealing & Pickling; Bending & Shaping; soldering; Fittings & Catches; Decorative Techniques; Finishing and Polishing; Casting; Stone Mounting & Setting; Further Reading; Index. ; 8vo .

Nyc: Cornerstone Library. Very Good. 1978. Softcover. 0346123437 . Volume 2, Principles of Pawn Play and the Center. Cover has some scuffing, small creases and light edge/corner wear, light corner curling. First section of pages has a light stain affecting top edge but pages are otherwise clean and intact. Small school library stamp on 1st endpage but no other indication of this being a library book. (178os) ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 184 pages .

New York: Signet Books / NAL. Good. 1953. First Printing. Paperback. Signet Books 1953, 1st printing. First section of pages appears to have been taped and extends about 1/8" beyond cover. Pages otherwise intact, no markings, age tanning. Three pages near rear were not bound properly and have corner creasing. Cover has some creasing, tanning and light edge wear. Caldwell's matchless gift for portraying the comedy and tragedy of rural American life has made him one of the most popular writers. (85os422) ; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; 144 pages .

Toronto: Boardwalk Books. Very Good. 1997. First Edition. Softcover. 1895681154 . Former library book in very good condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Book is clean and tight, unmarked other than a few small, light stains (tea or coffee? ) affecting bottom area of one outside edge and a couple of corners within the book (quite minor). B/w illustrations. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 136 pages; Dolls in Canada is two books in one. The first section is a personal and engaging look at dolls which make up our heritage; pioneer dolls, native people's dolls, dolls from various cultural groups in Canada, dolls from legends and stories, dolls in different styles and materials, and dolls by Canadian artists. Part two contains easy-to-follow instructions on how to make over fifteen different types of dolls, from rag dolls to jumping jacks, from hanky panky dolls to clothespeg dolls. (433-osl) .

PA: Fox Chapel Publishing Company. Good. 2000. First Edition; Third Printing. Softcover. 1565231406 . Oversize softcover in good used condition, ex-library book with usual ex-lib type of markings. Pages are clean and intact. Some pages are lightly wrinkled from use and there are some small corner creases. Cover has some scuffing, moderate edgewear and numerous creases, light corner curling, one small tear across spine. Profusely illustrated in colour and b/w. 104 pages. ; Folio 13" - 23" tall; 104 pages; Celebrating the largest animals of Alaska’s wild frontier, this artistic guide contains both photographs and field sketches of these magnificent animals in their natural habitats throughout the year. Featuring natural history for each species, this book offers a rare look at such animals as the Alaska moose, the American bison, the black bear, and the musk ox. (700,713) .

Mcgraw Hill. Very Good. 1989. First Edition. Softcover. 0075497778 . Ex-library with sturdy laminated cover, usual stamps & stickers, light wear to edges & corners, light soiling outer edge of pages. Interior pages clean & tight, other than a few tiny spots inside front cover. There is a paper tear along spine area inside front & back cover but nothing is loose. 82 pages. B/w illustrations. Celebrated entertainer, Eric Nagler, has been described as the "Eric Clapton of kid's music". In this book, he provdes a collection of hands-on music making, musical lore and anecdote. "Not only an activity book that will help you create enough instruments to stock any number of rhythm bands, jug bands and "other" bands, this book also contains a number of short chapters on the history of the instruments, musical anecdotes, and Eric Nagler"s life with music from his humorous early experiences to an inspirational account of 50,000 Civil Rights marchers in… Read More

North Light Books. Very Good+. 2000. First Edition. Softcover. 1581800797 . Ex-library book, but still in excellent condition - laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Pages are clean and tight, a little soiling to outer edge of pages. Cover has light wear to laminate at corners. Profusely illustrated in colour. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 128 pages; From a Reviewer: "Excellent Information and Great Projects! 5 Star Plus! ...I really have enjoyed this book! I am not what I would consider an artist and I needed something I could do easily at home. This book gave me all the information I needed to know about all the paints on the market, and all of the relevant tools I needed - making it very easy to shop, and there was a project that worked with each of the paints. The projects are great, they are not cheesy like some other books I have but, rather they are elegant, classic, tasteful and easy to duplicate. You will find lots of great ideas and I found the book easy to… Read More

Firefly Books Ltd.. Very Good+. 2003. Softcover. 1552978370 . Ex-library book, but still in great condition - sturdy mylar cover, usual library markings, overall wear is light. Hundreds of colour illustrations. 256 pages. "Complete guide to astronomers and astronomical terms and theories. The Firefly Astronomy Dictionary is an invaluable reference for understanding the major terms and theories used in astronomy...." (390os) ; 8vo .