{"product_id":"microcrafts-isbn-9781594745218","title":"Microcrafts","description":"It \u003ci\u003eis\u003c\/i\u003e a small world, after all!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere are step-by-step instructions for making tiny teddy bears, little ladybugs, petite porcupines, itsy-bitsy bikinis, and much, much more! \u003ci\u003eMicrocrafts\u003c\/i\u003e shows crafters how to create dozens of miniature treasures, each no larger than a spool of thread. No previous crafting experience or pricey materials are necessary—just a love of all things small!“For fun and giggles.”—\u003ci\u003eAssociated Press\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Small-minded is not a bad thing when it comes to crafting.”— \u003ci\u003eOregonLive.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“How do you make cute crafts even cuter? By shrinking them, of course! But cuteness is only part of the appeal—these crafts also use up the random odds and ends that most crafters accumulate as part of their creative process. From tiny stuffed cats and dogs to two-inch tall greeting cards to an impossibly cute mini-solar system mobile, there's inspiration here for crafters of all types. Of course, it takes a lot of talent to work with tiny pieces of fabric, felt, clay, and paper, but with results this sweet, it's worth a try.”—\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e“Fun guide to making all sorts of wee crafts.”—\u003ci\u003eAustin American Statesman\u003c\/i\u003eA big fan of all things miniature, \u003cb\u003eMargaret McGuire\u003c\/b\u003e is an editor at Quirk Books. She lives in South Philadelphia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you're fast enough to pin down \u003cb\u003eAlicia Kachmar\u003c\/b\u003e, you'll find her crocheting up a storm on Etsy (eternalsunshine.etsy.com), teaching classes, or stocking the Craft-O-Tron machine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA designer, seamstress, and all-around handywoman, \u003cb\u003eKatie Hatz\u003c\/b\u003e wears many hats—and has a remarkable tolerance for hat puns. Check out her work at katiehatz.com and buy her wares at katiehatz.etsy.com. She lives in Philadelphia.TABLE OF CONTENTS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Introduction 1\u003cbr\u003e How to Use This Book 3\u003cbr\u003e Supplies and Techniques 81\u003cbr\u003e Ideas for Modifying Microcrafts 84\u003cbr\u003e Resources 85\u003cbr\u003e About the Authors 86\u003cbr\u003e Boats 5\u003cbr\u003e Books 7\u003cbr\u003e Bottle-Cap Frames 11\u003cbr\u003e Bunting 13\u003cbr\u003e Candy Charms 15\u003cbr\u003e Cats 19\u003cbr\u003e Deer Heads 21\u003cbr\u003e Dogs 25\u003cbr\u003e Fabric Buttons 31\u003cbr\u003e Flower Pocket Pendants 33\u003cbr\u003e Greeting Cards 37\u003cbr\u003e Houseplants and Terrariums 43\u003cbr\u003e Ladybugs, Bumblebees, and\u003cbr\u003e Butterflies 47\u003cbr\u003e Monster Babies 49\u003cbr\u003e Owls 53\u003cbr\u003e Party Hats 55\u003cbr\u003e Planets 59\u003cbr\u003e Porcupine and Friends 61\u003cbr\u003e Ribbon Bows 63\u003cbr\u003e Speech Bubbles 65\u003cbr\u003e Spool Dolls 67\u003cbr\u003e Teddy Bears 69\u003cbr\u003e Temporary Tattoos 73\u003cbr\u003e Thistle Birdfeeders 75\u003cbr\u003e Yellow Polka Dot Bikini 77","brand":"Quirk Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303971901669,"sku":"NP9781594745218","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781594745218.jpg?v=1767732640","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/microcrafts-isbn-9781594745218","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}