Overview
An introduction to the wonderful and creative world of fiber arts and crafts
This easy-to-follow activity book is packed with over 70 projects across a variety of fiber arts including knitting, felting, knotting and braiding, spinning, weaving, crocheting, and dyeing. Kids will learn to felt a bag, braid a rug, weave a tapestry, knit comfy slippers, crochet a belt, make and use natural dyes, and make dozens of other projects. Along the way they’ll learn about Viking ships’ woolen sails, the history of rope bridges, Japan’s yearly Straw Festival, the invention of the spinning machine, and much more.
Reviews
“Readers interested in exploring fiber crafts should find this to be an accessible entry point, with a broad range of methods to try.” —Publishers Weekly
"From slippers to tote bags and from friendship bracelets to comfort dolls, there is something for almost anyone wanting to learn how to create from these very tactile sources. Tear up your T-shirts, unravel old sweaters, warm up your fingers, and create some handcrafted fun for yourself, for friends, and for those in need of small comforts." —Kirkus Reviews
"The whole design, with its clean layout and good-sized print invites children to pick it up..." —Booklist, starred review
"In this joyous exploration of fiber arts, students will learn how to felt, knot, spin, weave, knit, crochet, and dye a variety of textiles." —School Library Journal
"This is a great book for kids and adults, who want to learn to craft but aren't sure where to go." —Mom Read It
“Want to draw the kids in your life into fiber arts plus keep them busy all summer? Take a look at this book.” —Knitty
Author Biography
Laurie Carlson is the author of over 20 nonfiction books for children and adults including Colonial Kids, Days of Knights and Damsels, More Than Moccasins, Westward Ho, and others. She operates an artisanal yarn store on her farm and speaks to local groups about goats, sheep, and fiber arts. She lives in Dallas, OR.
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