Making Things by Erin Boyle & Rose Pearlman

Making Things is an inviting collection of more than 100 projects made from simple materials, everyday objects, and things you may already have around the house.

Created by Erin Boyle and Rose Pearlman, the book takes an unusually open-ended approach to craft. Paper, cardboard, string, fabric scraps, wire, flowers, found objects, and repurposed household materials become the starting points for projects that are useful, decorative, playful—and often wonderfully simple to make.

The range is part of what makes this book so appealing. You'll find paper crafts including handmade envelopes, cards, boxes, folded paper objects, garlands, and decorations; clever storage and organization projects; simple sewing and fabric projects; wrapping and gift ideas; handmade frames and ways to display artwork; projects using string, cord, and knots; arrangements and projects made with flowers and plants; small household objects and decorations; and inventive ways to repair, reuse, or transform things you already own.

Many projects require very little specialized equipment or previous experience. Some can be made in an afternoon with paper and scissors; others invite more time, experimentation, or handwork. Rather than asking you to master a particular craft, Making Things encourages you to notice what's around you and consider what else it might become.

It's an especially good choice for curious makers who enjoy moving between materials and techniques—or anyone looking for approachable projects that don't require buying a whole new set of supplies before getting started.

• More than 100 projects across a wide variety of materials and techniques

• Paper crafts, folding, cutting, and simple construction

• Handmade cards, envelopes, boxes, wrapping, and decorations

• Simple sewing and fabric projects

• String, cord, knotting, and fiber projects

• Frames, displays, storage, and useful household objects

• Flowers, plants, and natural-material projects

• Repurposing, repair, and creative uses for found materials

• Projects for a range of skill levels

• Step-by-step instructions and photographs throughout

Contents:
1 hardcover book, 320 pages

Publication Date: May 7, 2024
Language: English

Dimensions: 7.7" × 9.5" (19.6 × 24.1 cm)