Added on 12/04/08

If you're a fan of amigurumi, then you already know that darling little crocheted bunnies, kitties, and pandas have taken the indie craft world by storm. Watch-out! The dolls in Creepy Cute Crochet will eat those cuddly critters for lunch! This... See more

If you're a fan of amigurumi, then you already know that darling little crocheted bunnies, kitties, and pandas have taken the indie craft world by storm. Watch-out! The dolls in Creepy Cute Crochet will eat those cuddly critters for lunch! This unique DIY craft book contains more than 25 patterns for wicked little creatures like Zombies, Ninjas, Vikings, Vampires, Robots, and even the Grim Reaper! Each easy-to-follow pattern has step-by-step diagrams, full-color photographs of the creatures in their natural environments, and hilarious commentary. Plus each pattern is ranked according to difficulty so that even beginners can share in the fun & See less

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Added on 12/16/08

As it says on the front, “You need this book.” And if not you, then someone in your life! A primer on all things DIY, this sturdy book offers insightful tips and fun projects for all skill levels. Reusing and recycling is just the beginning.

As it says on the front, “You need this book.” And if not you, then someone in your life! A primer on all things DIY, this sturdy book offers insightful tips and fun projects for all skill levels. Reusing and recycling is just the beginning. See less

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Added on 12/16/08

Indie Publishing's special focus on the visual design of books makes it unique among publish-it-yourself manuals. Readers are taken step-by-step through the process of designing a book to give it personal style as well as visual coherence and... See more

Indie Publishing's special focus on the visual design of books makes it unique among publish-it-yourself manuals. Readers are taken step-by-step through the process of designing a book to give it personal style as well as visual coherence and authority. Design principles such as scale, cropping, pacing, and typography are explored in relation to each example, along with commentary on how to create effective title pages, tables of contents, captions, and more. The book aims to inspire readers with examples of print projects similar to those they might undertake on their own. Sample designs include a picture book, artist's portfolio, exhibition catalog, poetry chapbook, novel, and zine. Indie Publishing addresses the important business aspects of independent publishing - from how and why you should get an ISBN number to creating promotional materials and using the internet to market your book. This comprehensive, illustrated guide concludes with a curated portfolio of the most exciting... See less

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Added on 12/17/08

Availability: 1 In Stock Cute Letter set of Cute Bear and coffee! 10 letter paper ,5 envelopes in the pack! 15cm x 19cm approx. fun to collect cute letter set

Availability: 1 In Stock Cute Letter set of Cute Bear and coffee! 10 letter paper ,5 envelopes in the pack! 15cm x 19cm approx. fun to collect cute letter set See less

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Added on 12/17/08

Drop Dead Cute showcases the work of 10 cutting-edge female Japanese artists whose art combines the pop charge of Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara with a thrilling personal mixture of sweetness and power. This next wave of painters and... See more

Drop Dead Cute showcases the work of 10 cutting-edge female Japanese artists whose art combines the pop charge of Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara with a thrilling personal mixture of sweetness and power. This next wave of painters and illustrators from the red-hot Japanese art scene blend aspects of manga, anime, and traditional art with their own idiosyncratic visions to create work that is international in appeal yet uniquely Japanese. This gorgeous book features profiles of the artists based on fresh interviews, along with a generous survey of their art. Also including new work by pioneering art world superstar Yayoi Kusama that salutes these extraordinary young artists, Drop Dead Cute is a must-have for fans of Nara and Murakami, as well as anyone interested in contemporary art and pop culture. Author Biography: Ivan Vartanian is an author and editor specializing in drawing, photography, and design. He has been based in Tokyo since 1997. See less

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Added on 12/17/08

Author Amy Karol, whose Angry Chicken is one of the best-loved craft blogs on the Web, brings stitchers everywhere a down-to-earth introduction to sewing, including thirty projects so adorable and cool they’ll inspire anyone to pick up a needle and... See more

Author Amy Karol, whose Angry Chicken is one of the best-loved craft blogs on the Web, brings stitchers everywhere a down-to-earth introduction to sewing, including thirty projects so adorable and cool they’ll inspire anyone to pick up a needle and thread. Written with Amy’s characteristic warmth and flair, you’ll find information on basic equipment and supplies, advice on choosing and using fabrics, and a fantastic section on techniques. In addition, Amy walks readers through easy, inspiring patterns designed for the fashion-savvy crafter. Playful, modern projects, which include pillows, aprons, and purses, help novices master sewing skills while providing immediate sewing gratification—and confidence. Best of all, Amy explains what’s easy, what’s hard, and when not to sweat the small stuff.With its best-friend tone, solid reference section, and supercute projects, this is the introduction to sewing that you won’t want to be without. See less

Added on 12/17/08

Coloring inside the lines, thinking inside the box, knitting the same-old scarf--those days are over. For knitters looking for something new to spark their imaginations, AlterKnits is the answer. Featuring 27 imaginative projects, 10 creativity... See more

Coloring inside the lines, thinking inside the box, knitting the same-old scarf--those days are over. For knitters looking for something new to spark their imaginations, AlterKnits is the answer. Featuring 27 imaginative projects, 10 creativity exercises, and thought-provoking quotes from Albert Einstein, Martha Graham, and many more, AlterKnits inspires knitters to expect the unexpected, to enjoy the rewards of experimentation, and to see the possibilities of knitting with broader vision.Some projects call for unusual materials-plastic tubing (for a bag handle) or sterling silver wire (for a necklace). Others blend different craft techniques-a pullover with sewn-on velvet cuffs, a baby blanket with painted-on polka dots. Still others apply knitting in unexpected places, such as laptop cases and bulletin boards. The creativity exercises-called AlterExercises-challenge knitters to try out new ideas and to ask provocative, sometimes amusing questions. Tucked into a pocket on the inside... See less

Added on 12/17/08

The funky, colorful projects in Collage Unleashed encourage readers to turn off their inner critics and tap into a childlike sense of wonder and imagination. With projects that range from art books and fabric journals to mixed-media paintings, this... See more

The funky, colorful projects in Collage Unleashed encourage readers to turn off their inner critics and tap into a childlike sense of wonder and imagination. With projects that range from art books and fabric journals to mixed-media paintings, this book: -Showcases three of the most popular trends in papercrafting--collage, altered fabric and journaling -Features a wide range of techniques for crafters at every level, including crayon transfers, funky embroidery, freestyle hand lettering and creative book binding -Combines paper, fabric, beads, dyes, paints and more in unexpected ways Everyone from collage artists and book-making enthusiasts to papercrafters will want to put this title at the top of their personal wish lists. See less

Added on 12/17/08

If you're planning a party and pressed for time, look no further! This collection of striking yet simple cake designs is guaranteed to provide the solution. These eye-catching cakes are surprisingly easy to make.

If you're planning a party and pressed for time, look no further! This collection of striking yet simple cake designs is guaranteed to provide the solution. These eye-catching cakes are surprisingly easy to make. See less

Added on 12/17/08

Savvy crafters know that today's hippest designs hail from Japan. But it's near to impossible to find translated patterns. Or at least it used to be. With Lacy Crochet, we're proud to present one of the first two books in our brand new Kyuuto!... See more

Savvy crafters know that today's hippest designs hail from Japan. But it's near to impossible to find translated patterns. Or at least it used to be. With Lacy Crochet, we're proud to present one of the first two books in our brand new Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts line. Lacy Crochet offers 22 patterns for delicate accessories sweetly rendered for the home and wardrobe. This book enjoyed huge success on its home shores. The pages burst with quirky color photographs, step-by-step directions, and helpful technical illustrations. At last, the appeal of authentic Japanese content with the ease of English instruction. Stay tuned for more in coming seasons! See less

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Added on 12/17/08

A classic of Western literature—the complete fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm. In this new edition of more than 200 tales, readers of all ages will discover The Sleeping Beauty, Rumpelstiltskin, Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, and more. Experience... See more

A classic of Western literature—the complete fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm. In this new edition of more than 200 tales, readers of all ages will discover The Sleeping Beauty, Rumpelstiltskin, Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, and more. Experience the magic, adventure and romance in stories of princesses and poor girls, witches and princes, swans and ravens, donkeys and devils. First compiled in 1812, these magnificent tales date back to the dawn of story-telling among the people of northern Europe. 640pp. See less

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Added on 12/17/08

Cooking expert and lifestyle guru Harumi Kurihara has won over the hearts of Japanese home cooks with her simple, delicious recipes. After selling millions of copies of her cookbooks, magazines, and housewares in her home country, this charismatic... See more

Cooking expert and lifestyle guru Harumi Kurihara has won over the hearts of Japanese home cooks with her simple, delicious recipes. After selling millions of copies of her cookbooks, magazines, and housewares in her home country, this charismatic former housewife now shares her award-winning kitchen secrets with Americans for the first time. These elegant, effortless recipes reflect Harumi's down-to-earth approach to Japanese cooking. Simply written and featuring everyday ingredients, recipes include Pan-Fried Noodles with Pork and Bok Choy, Warm Eggplant Salad, Japanese Pepper Steak, Seafood Miso Soup, and Harumi's popular Carrot and Tuna Salad, along with a chapter on simple ways to make delectable sushi at home. Demystifying Japanese cooking and celebrating freshness, seasonality, and simplicity, this delightful book introduces Americans to one of the food world's brightest stars, and invites us to cook with her, one gracious dish at a time. See less

Added on 07/26/09

Kyuuto = Cute! The hippest designs of today hail from Japan & our friends at Chronicle Books bring us an easy way to recreate cute crocheted creatures!! Each page is bursting w/ quirky color photos & step-by-step directions with tons of helpful... See more

Kyuuto = Cute! The hippest designs of today hail from Japan & our friends at Chronicle Books bring us an easy way to recreate cute crocheted creatures!! Each page is bursting w/ quirky color photos & step-by-step directions with tons of helpful illustrations & authentic translated patterns. 80 pgs. 8.25”x9 Click here for our new fred blog. See less

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Added on 01/29/09

Amazon.com: Fleet Foxes: Fleet Foxes: Music

Amazon.com: Fleet Foxes: Fleet Foxes: Music See less

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Added on 12/17/08

Get automatic reorders, free shipping, and an extra 15% discount on items you use frequently, including coffee, shampoo, and laundry detergent, with our new Subscribe & Save program.

Get automatic reorders, free shipping, and an extra 15% discount on items you use frequently, including coffee, shampoo, and laundry detergent, with our new Subscribe & Save program. See less

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Added on 01/29/09

These beautiful books from Bookhou will inspire your most lovely of writings or most imaginative of doodles. Made from a hard backed journal filled with 160 pages of blank white paper, they feature handmade removable linen covers with hand-printed,... See more

These beautiful books from Bookhou will inspire your most lovely of writings or most imaginative of doodles. Made from a hard backed journal filled with 160 pages of blank white paper, they feature handmade removable linen covers with hand-printed, nature based designs. Each one measures 5 1/2" x 8" design: green sprigs on natural - 1 available design: pink dandelion on red - 1 available design: brown bird on natural - 1 available See less

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Added on 02/07/09

Joyce Carol Oates is a prolific writer who is unyielding in her attempts to chronicle how violence and tragedy can corrupt women and those around them. It's a recurring theme in Oates's work, but certainly not the only one. In her varied writing,... See more

Joyce Carol Oates is a prolific writer who is unyielding in her attempts to chronicle how violence and tragedy can corrupt women and those around them. It's a recurring theme in Oates's work, but certainly not the only one. In her varied writing, which ranges from fiction to plays to nonfiction, Oates is exposing the darker side of America's brightest facades. See less

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Added on 02/07/09

From the bestselling author of Practical Magic, a miraculous, enthralling tale of a woman who is struck by lightning, and finds her frozen heart is suddenly burning. Be careful what you wish for. A small town librarian lives a quiet life without much... See more

From the bestselling author of Practical Magic, a miraculous, enthralling tale of a woman who is struck by lightning, and finds her frozen heart is suddenly burning. Be careful what you wish for. A small town librarian lives a quiet life without much excitement. One day, she mutters an idle wish and, while standing in her house, is struck by lightning. But instead of ending her life, this cataclysmic event sparks it into a new beginning. She goes in search of Lazarus Jones, a fellow survivor who was struck dead, then simply got up and walked away. Perhaps this stranger who has seen death face to face can teach her to live without fear. When she finds him, he is her opposite, a burning man whose breath can boil water and whose touch scorches. As an obsessive love affair begins between them, both are forced to hide their most dangerous secrets--what turned one to ice and the other to fire. A magical story of passion, loss, and renewal, The Ice Queen is Alice Hoffman at her electrifying... See less

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Added on 02/07/09

Classical Burlesque Satire Octavius, a Romanophile, 05/04/2004 Petronius' Satyricon is a unique satire on decadence and pleasure. Although the story takes place during Nero's reign, one begins to see that many of the scenes have relevance to today's... See more

Classical Burlesque Satire Octavius, a Romanophile, 05/04/2004 Petronius' Satyricon is a unique satire on decadence and pleasure. Although the story takes place during Nero's reign, one begins to see that many of the scenes have relevance to today's society and its own debaucheries. The story follows the adventures of Aschyltus and Encolpio; two rhetoricians who are on an infinite quest for pleasure. Their friendship is challenged by their mutual attraction to Giton, a scoundrelous slave-boy who seems to have more wits and vices than all of the other characters combined. This triad of debauches is also joined by Emolpus, a scheming trickster and pseudo-intellectual who's always looking to hit the jack pot. The most memorable scene in the fragmentary work is Trimalchio's dinner; this chapter surprisingly brings the ancient past closer to modern times in its recital of the characters' casual conversations on money, opportunism, business, and, of course, pleasure. I personally found this... See less

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Added on 02/07/09

Nothing rings false in this poetic and realistic tale. Even the scenes that...belong to another time and place will hold your attention to the end. -- The Chicago Tribune

Nothing rings false in this poetic and realistic tale. Even the scenes that...belong to another time and place will hold your attention to the end. -- The Chicago Tribune See less

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Added on 02/07/09

Catalog your artistic expressionism in this naturalistic sketchbook from artist Lindsay Neilson. Designed exclusively for Barnes & Noble for the Back-to-Campus collection, this hardcover sketchbook depicts partridges proudly perched atop rustic brown... See more

Catalog your artistic expressionism in this naturalistic sketchbook from artist Lindsay Neilson. Designed exclusively for Barnes & Noble for the Back-to-Campus collection, this hardcover sketchbook depicts partridges proudly perched atop rustic brown tree branches, all set upon a powder-blue background and accentuated with touches of spot varnish for added texture and contrast. Make your own unique designs come alive on each of the 96 blank sheets complete with perforated edges and a ribbon bookmark so you never lose your place. This item is part of a unique product development partnership with student artists from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Working with SCAD’s Working Class Studio, Barnes & Noble has produced an exclusive “Back-to-Campus Collection” consisting of nine journals, two pencil pouches, a sketchbook, and a canvas messenger bag decorated with student-designed contemporary graphics. Working Class Studio is a product development venture of the Savannah... See less

Added on 02/07/09

The Crystal Flower Jeweled midi format address book combines convenience and beauty. Featuring one of Paperblanks most popular designs, this pint sized book fits in a purse or inside coat pocket, and looks stunning when displayed next to the phone in... See more

The Crystal Flower Jeweled midi format address book combines convenience and beauty. Featuring one of Paperblanks most popular designs, this pint sized book fits in a purse or inside coat pocket, and looks stunning when displayed next to the phone in an office or at home. You May Also Like * Butterflies Beige/Blue Bound Journal 5x7 by Peter Pauper Press, Incorporated * Basic Black Lined Journal (5x8) by Barnes & Noble * Black Moleskine Pocket Size Ruled Journal 3.5 x 5.5 by Kikkerland Design, Inc. for Moleskine * Black Moleskine Ruled Journal 5x8 by Moleskine * Black Moleskine Large Sketchbook 5.25x8.25 by Moleskine See less

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Added on 02/07/09

It's possible that if Lewis Carroll had never met Alice Liddell, he might have enjoyed a more peaceful lifetime and an obscure legacy. But his whimsical inventiveness touched everything he did, and a story he made up one afternoon for a little girl... See more

It's possible that if Lewis Carroll had never met Alice Liddell, he might have enjoyed a more peaceful lifetime and an obscure legacy. But his whimsical inventiveness touched everything he did, and a story he made up one afternoon for a little girl became one of literature's great classics, Alice in Wonderland. See less

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Added on 02/07/09

The response to Nancy Pearl's surprise bestseller Book Lust was astounding: the Seattle librarian and winner of the 2004 Women's National Book Award even became the model for the now-famous Librarian Action Figure. Readers everywhere welcomed Pearl's... See more

The response to Nancy Pearl's surprise bestseller Book Lust was astounding: the Seattle librarian and winner of the 2004 Women's National Book Award even became the model for the now-famous Librarian Action Figure. Readers everywhere welcomed Pearl's encyclopedic but discerning filter on books worth reading, and her Rule of 50 (give a book 50 pages before deciding whether to continue; but readers over 50 must read the same number of pages as their age) became a standard MO. Once again organized by topic, this sprightly follow-up includes an array of titles in nearly 150 eclectic categories, including Plots for Plotzing (highly unusual storylines), Animal Love (in which humans fall in love with animals), The Autobiographical Gesture (memoirs about complex lives), Child Prodigies (child characters who are called on to perform great and sometimes heroic acts), Nagging Mothers, Crying Children (true tales from the frontlines of parenting), and Libraries and Librarians. Both a valuable... See less

Added on 02/07/09

Wally Lamb's books are neither short nor simple; but like a James Patterson of emotions, he pulls readers in and doesn't let go. His affecting novels She's Come Undone and I Know This Much Is True are marvels of imagination and empathy.

Wally Lamb's books are neither short nor simple; but like a James Patterson of emotions, he pulls readers in and doesn't let go. His affecting novels She's Come Undone and I Know This Much Is True are marvels of imagination and empathy. See less

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Added on 02/07/09

Who better than Ackroyd to tackle this theme? He has written biography and fiction about Thomas More, Thomas Chatterton, William Blake and Charles Dickens, and London: The Biography. Albion revisits familiar lives and riffles through old files for... See more

Who better than Ackroyd to tackle this theme? He has written biography and fiction about Thomas More, Thomas Chatterton, William Blake and Charles Dickens, and London: The Biography. Albion revisits familiar lives and riffles through old files for material. Ackroyd reminds us that ''the greatest writers are those, like Johnson, who effortlessly transcend the limitations of genre; their writing, whatever temporary form it takes, is of a piece.'' He's set himself among them. — Michael Schmidt See less

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Added on 02/07/09

Follow Lois McMaster Bujold, one of the most honored authors in the field of fantasy and science fiction, to a land threatened by treacherous war and beset by demons -- as a royal dowager, released from the curse of madness and manipulated by an... See more

Follow Lois McMaster Bujold, one of the most honored authors in the field of fantasy and science fiction, to a land threatened by treacherous war and beset by demons -- as a royal dowager, released from the curse of madness and manipulated by an untrustworthy god, is plunged into a desperate struggle to preserve the endangered souls of a realm. See less

Added on 02/07/09

Cooking expert and lifestyle guru Harumi Kurihara has won over the hearts of Japanese home cooks with her simple, delicious recipes. After selling millions of copies of her cookbooks, magazines, and housewares in her home country, this charismatic... See more

Cooking expert and lifestyle guru Harumi Kurihara has won over the hearts of Japanese home cooks with her simple, delicious recipes. After selling millions of copies of her cookbooks, magazines, and housewares in her home country, this charismatic former housewife now shares her award-winning kitchen secrets with Americans for the first time. These elegant, effortless recipes reflect Harumi's down-to-earth approach to Japanese cooking. Simply written and featuring everyday ingredients, recipes include Pan-Fried Noodles with Pork and Bok Choy, Warm Eggplant Salad, Japanese Pepper Steak, Seafood Miso Soup, and Harumi's popular Carrot and Tuna Salad, along with a chapter on simple ways to make delectable sushi at home. Demystifying Japanese cooking and celebrating freshness, seasonality, and simplicity, this delightful book introduces Americans to one of the food world's brightest stars, and invites us to cook with her, one gracious dish at a time. See less

Added on 02/07/09

Book Description Portrait photography is one of the most challenging of all the photographic specialties. The person is right there--it seems so easy! But great portraits aren’t just about what the subject looks like. It’s about how they see... See more

Book Description Portrait photography is one of the most challenging of all the photographic specialties. The person is right there--it seems so easy! But great portraits aren’t just about what the subject looks like. It’s about how they see themselves. Great people photography is about photography...and about understanding people. The Art of People Photography shows photographers how to reveal the person behind the portrait. From the basics of choosing a camera and lens, to understanding composition, lighting, depth of field, exposure, and printing, and finally, to learning how to break the rules and capture the real personality of any subject, authors Bambi Cantrell and Skip Cohen explain how to think and shoot outside the box. Successful portrait photographers express their own artistic ideas while creating stunning, insightful portraits with personality and style. Here’s how to rise to that level of creativity and confidence. About the Author Bambi Cantrell, whose work has appeared... See less

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Added on 02/07/09

Jane Buckingham, author of The Modern Girl's Guide to Life, helped us update those tattered rags we wear to bed by showing us the latest pajama fashions out there. Busy modern women know how to run corporations, dress to the nines, and power date,... See more

Jane Buckingham, author of The Modern Girl's Guide to Life, helped us update those tattered rags we wear to bed by showing us the latest pajama fashions out there. Busy modern women know how to run corporations, dress to the nines, and power date, but they never learned how to find a bra that fits, balance a checkbook, fold a fitted sheet, or hem a pair of pants. Practical matters like entertaining, home repair, and etiquette elude them. While interviewing hundreds of young women, trend spotter Jane Buckingham realized that they shared her sense of ineptitude about 'everyday things.' The Modern Girl's Guide to Life is designed as a tutorial on skills not taught in M.B.A. programs. See less

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