Chronicle Books imprint: 1634 books
A Compendium of Collective Nouns
From an Armory of Aardvarks to a Zeal of Zebras
Language: English
Release Date: September 17, 2013
This illustrated guide compiles over 2,000 collective nouns and brings them to life in stunningly colorful, graphic artwork from the design dynamos at Woop Studios. Chock-full of treasures of the English language, the diversity of terms collected here covers topics from plants and animals (a parade...
Meet Your Dog
The Game-Changing Guide to Understanding Your Dog's Behavior
Language: English
Release Date: April 17, 2018
Every dog owner knows that along with the joy can come the stress and frustration of behavioral problems, which are expensive to diagnose and treat. Enter Kim Brophey, award-winning canine behavior consultant. Using cutting-edge research, Brophey has developed a groundbreaking system that allows owners...
by Dan Michaels
Language: English
Release Date: November 14, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: November 14, 2017
Addressing a generation of pot smokers living at a time when over half of America has legalized medical marijuana, this quick reference edition of the successful Green delivers the planet's best bud photography. Organized alphabetically, each of the 150 strains features a gorgeous bud shot plus a...
Make a Statement
25 Handcrafted Jewelry & Accessory Projects
Language: English
Release Date: March 10, 2015
From runways to boutiques, statement jewelry has become the coveted accessory. In Make a Statement, jewelry designers Janet Crowther and Katie Covington share their trade secrets for using basic techniques and easy-to-source materials to make stylish jewelry and accessories, from a gold bib necklace...
Stitch Encyclopedia: Embroidery
An Illustrated Guide to the Essential Embroidery Stitches
Language: English
Release Date: August 26, 2014
This gorgeously illustrated stitch guide for embroidery is as timeless as the craft itself. The book presents the fundamental stitches for needlecraft in simple, easy-to-follow color illustrations. The encyclopedic, dip-in, dip-out approach is well-suited for beginners looking to build a foundation...
1, 2, 3 Quilt
Shape Up Your Skills with 24 Stylish Projects
Language: English
Release Date: September 10, 2013
In this follow-up to 1, 2, 3 Sew, expert seamstress and craft blogger Ellen Luckett Baker shares her fun building-block approach to quilting. Organized by quilting shapes—squares, triangles, hexagons, circles, flowers, stars, and diamonds—this easy-to-follow guide provides a simple way to master...
Party Origami
Instructions for 14 Party Decorations
Language: English
Release Date: March 26, 2013
Transform beautiful origami paper into covetable party accents! With a booklet featuring step-by-step folding diagrams, eye-catching party props are just a few folds away. Origami enthusiasts and fans of pretty paper accents will enjoy folding chopstick rests, napkin rings, place settings, invitations, and more, in a range of colors and patterns.
Pretty in Punk
25 Punk, Rock, and Goth Knitting Projects
Language: English
Release Date: April 29, 2013
Another boring scarf? More mittens? We're not gonna take it! And neither should you!
Pretty in Punk salutes counterculture fashion with 25 entirely original designs inspired by fashion icons Vivienne Westwood and John Galliano, and punk legends. Indulge your girly side with the Ready Steady...
Amy Butler's Blossom
Create Love - Express Beauty - Be Kind
Language: English
Release Date: January 26, 2016
Amy Butler's Blossom magazine is a biannual collection of everything that inspires her: page after page of photographs from her travels to spiritual locales such as Morocco and Sedona; meditative articles from like-minded designers, artists, and life coaches; the signature designs and textiles that...
Amy Butler's Piece Keeping
20 Stylish Projects that Celebrate Patchwork
Language: English
Release Date: June 14, 2016
In this project-based sewing book, Amy Butler teaches what she does best: sewing, quilting, and pattern making. From lampshades to pillows, quilts to statement jewelry, Piece Keeping is the perfect go-to for the crafty. With clear sections on traditional sewing themes, tools, and methods, this book...
Little Bits Quilting Bee
20 Quilts Using Charm Squares, Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes, and Fat Quarters
Language: English
Release Date: September 16, 2014
Sewing with pre-cut fabric packs is all the rage. It allows for endless creativity and makes it a cinch to stitch up lovely quilts without breaking the bank. Little Bits Quilting Bee features 20 projects for small fabric scraps and bundles including jelly rolls, charm squares, layer cakes, and fat...
Sublime Stitching
Hundreds of Hip Embroidery Patterns and How-To
Language: English
Release Date: August 6, 2013
Elizabeth Taylor, Carrie Fisher, Tracey Ullman, and Laura Dern all own her work. Now, in her much-anticipated first book, embroidery pioneer Jenny Hart brings her sublime designs to everyone. Expanding on the offerings of her Stitch-It Kit, Sublime Stitching offers all the instructions, tips, and...
World of Geekcraft
Step-by-Step Instructions for 25 Super-Cool Craft Projects
Language: English
Release Date: March 25, 2011
Geek meets craft in this fun collection of 25 kooky projects for geeks of any affiliation, from D&D dice earrings, Star Trek pillows, and Super Mario cross-stitch to Star Wars terrariums, a Morse code quilt, and much more! Organized by difficulty from "Not a Jedi Yet" to "Warp Speed," World of Geekcraft...
Knitting Pretty
Simple Instructions for 30 Fabulous Projects
Language: English
Release Date: January 21, 2014
At long last, a knitting book thats certifiably hip. Aimed at the rapidly growing new generation of knitters, Knitting Pretty offers up 30 smart-looking projects presented in language ordinary human beings can understand. Perfect for the beginner, the user-friendly basics section features step-by-step...