Crafts & Hobbies

As many people are puzzled as to what or which kind of French polish to use, the intention of this text is to provide a list of the outstanding French polishes, with their colour, their use, and composition. Complete with helpful photographs and handy...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to building an aviary, with information on designing, materials, tools, fittings, and all other related aspects. Complete with detailed diagrams and a wealth of handy information, this volume constitutes a...

"Antique Jewellery and Trinkets" is a fantastic guide to the history of jewellery and related crafts, exploring the development and variety of jewellery throughout the ages. This vintage book is ideal for those looking for an introduction to antique...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

Contained within this text is a detailed, step-by-step guide to constructing cabinets, including helpful information pertaining to the use of tools and joining techniques. A wonderfully easy-to-follow guide complete with handy tips and detailed diagrams,...

This compendium contains a wealth of information and practical hints on making patterns that will prove to be of great interest to today's dressmaker. Extensively illustrated with black and white diagrams and drawings. This book contains classic material...

This vintage collection of articles offers insights into the fundamental practice of leathercraft, with a special focus on the leather bag. This early text on leather craft includes historical articles that would be both expensive and hard to find. It...

This text contains a detailed treatise on old English Furniture of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Including interesting historical information, detailed descriptions, and authentic photographs, this text is perfect for those with an interest...

Designing and constructing something from wood is one of the simplest and most enjoyable pastimes. This step by step guide will instruct you in creating your own cabinet from the tools you will need, the joints you have to master all the way to the...

Furniture Decoration Made Easy - A practical work manual for decorating furniture by stencilling, gold-leaf application and freehand painting. This handbook on furniture decoration is not intended as an exhaustive reference work on the history of...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This vintage instructional manual is perfect for the historian of funerary practices or specialist woodwork enthusiast. Illustrated with practical diagrams, it introduces the reader to vessel types, polishing methods, inscriptions, linings and...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to making a gloves, with detailed directions for using leather, employing patterns, cutting, stitching, and everything else one might need to know. With simple instructions and a wealth of useful tips, this...

This book contains a detailed guide to the designing and making of wooden furniture, including information on tools, materials, and technique. The purpose of this book is to show a variety of treatments for the design and construction of domestic...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This volume contains a practical guide to repairing watches as a hobby, designed to furnish the novice enthusiast with an elementary understanding of watches that will enable them to clean them and make minor repairs. Written in simple, concise language...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

Originally published in 1917. The illustrated contents contain various courses of simple occupation work in various materials suitable for young children. Contents include: General Principles - Scheme of Observation Lessons By Means of Toy Making -...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text...

This early manual is a fascinating read for any carpentry enthusiast or historian, but contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Extensively illustrated with over two hundred photograph illustrations and line drawings, this...

This is an illustrated account of a hunters expedition to the Arctic with chapters on hunting various animals. Originally published in 1911, the book will appeal to anyone with a historical interest in the subject of hunting. Many of the earliest books,...

A detailed guide to dressmaking, being a handbook of pattern drafting and design. Extensively illustrated with simple, useful diagrams and step-by-step instructions, this volume is ideal for those with little previous experience, and would make for a...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text...

This early manual is a fascinating read for any craft enthusiast or historian, but also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Intended as an easy reference in leatherwork with extensive illustration in the form of diagrams...

This is a comprehensive handbook for mending clothes and household items at home, first published in 1946. Written at a time when home economy was extremely important, it contains a plethora of money- and time-saving hints and tips, making it ideal for...