STC Craft | Melanie Falick Books

www.melaniefalickbooks.comSPRING 2011

L O O P - D - L O O P L A C E More Than 30 Novel Lace Designs for KnittersBy Teva Durham; photographs by Adrian Buckmaster

Loop-d-Loop Lace is the third volume in the groundbreaking Loop-d-Loop series by Teva Durham. In this installment, Durham redefines the knitted lace category with more than 30 cutting-edge designs that are as up-to-the minute stylewise as they are thoroughly steeped in lace tradition. The projects cover a wide spectrum, from pullovers, skirts, shawls, and accessories to items for the home, and range from easy to advanced, appealing to both new and established lace knitters.

115 color photographs, 160 pages, 8 1/2 x 10 3/4", hardcover.

A K N I T T E R ’ S H O M E C O M PA N I O NA Heartwarming Collection of Stories, Patterns, and RecipesBy Michelle Edwards; photographs by Jen Gotch

In this cozy collection of stories, patterns, and recipes, beloved knitter and essayist Michelle Edwards tells us about her family, friends, and community, and the role knitting has played throughout her life in her relation-ships with all of them. Like a good friend, A Knitter’s Home Companion inspires us to laugh, cry, remember, be thoughtful, cook, and of course, pick up our needles, sometimes to express our creativity, sometimes to celebrate, sometimes to soothe, and sometimes to simply pass the time.

18 photographs, 35 illustrations, 160 pages, 5 1/2 x 8", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-916-0US $17.95 CAN $21.95

Available: March

ISBN: 978-1-58479-834-7US $29.95 CAN $35.95

Available: May

Welcome to STC Craft’s catalog. We are proud to present our new titles for Spring 2011 as well as our beautiful backlist. To learn more about our books and enjoy web extras such as free pattern downloads, exclusive giveaways, and sneak peeks at upcoming titles, visit the STC Craft blog at www.melaniefalickbooks.com and follow us on Twitter, @STC Craft.

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M O D E R N PA P E R C R A F T SA 21st-Century Guide to Folding, Cutting, Scoring, Pleating, and RecyclingBy Margaret Van Sicklen; photographs by Jen Gotch

In Modern Paper Crafts, well-known origami guru Margaret Van Sicklen blows the dust off traditional origami and paper crafting, presenting more than 20 projects that rely on classic techniques but are suited to 21st-century style. Divided into five chapters—folding, cutting, scoring and sculpting, pleating, and recycling—the suite of contemporary projects range from gift wrap, holiday ornaments, and note cards to frames, boxes, bowls, silhouettes, wall art, mobiles, and a folding screen.

70 photographs; 250 illustrations; 144 pages; 8 1/4 x 8 1/4"' hardcover with concealed wire-o.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-866-8US $24.95 CAN $29.95

Available: April

“This is a charming and utterly alluring book that makes you want to cook and knit and have a little chat

about the kids.”

—Jane Smiley

S T I T C H M A G I CA Compendium of Techniques for Stitching Fabric intoExciting New Forms and FashionsBy Alison Reid; photographs by John Heseltine

A modern sourcebook of stitching techniques along with 20 projects demonstrating how to use them. Stitch Magic teaches sewers, quilters, and other artists how to become their own textile designers, stitching fabric into fresh new forms, by hand and machine. Techniques covered include pleating, pintucking, cording, quilting, appliqué, embroidery, and smocking, among others.

100 color photographs, 150 illustrations, 144 pages, 7 1/2 x 10", paperback with flaps.

T H E R E P U R P O S E D L I B R A R Y 33 Craft Projects That Give Old Books New LifeBy Lisa Occhipinti; photographs by Thayer Allyson Gowdy

In The Repurposed Library, Lisa Occhipinti teaches readers the latest in book art—how to rescue and repurpose orphaned and outdated books and turn them into new decorative objects and practical items for the home. The 33 projects range from artfully created mobiles, wreaths, and vases, to functional items like shelves, storage boxes, and even an e-reader cover for those who want to replicate the sensation of holding a “real” book while reading from an electronic device.

75 photographs, 150 illustrations, 144 pages, 7 3/8 x 9 5/8", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-911-5US $22.50 CAN $26.95

Available: April

ISBN: 978-1-58479-910-8US $27.50 CAN $33.00

Available: March

O L I V E R + S L I T T L E T H I N G S T O S E W20 Classic Accessories and Toys for ChildrenBy Liesl Gibson; photographs by Laurie Frankel; illustrations by Dan Andreasen

A charming collection of children’s sewing projects from Oliver + S, the acclaimed pattern company known for its blending of fresh, modern style, classic sensibility, and detailed, easy-to-follow instructions. Projects range from hats and bags to an art smock, cape, and tutu. Also included are two paper dolls with illustrated clothing ready to be cut out and put on them.

40 color photographs, 180 illustrations, 2 pullout pattern sheets and cardstock paper dolls, 136 pages, 7 3/4 x 9 1/4", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-909-2US $24.95 CAN $29.95

Available: May

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REVERSIBLE KNITTING50 Brand-New, Groundbreaking Stitch Patternsby lynne barrphotographs by thayer allyson gowdyFifty never-before-seen reversible stitch patterns, plus 20 reversible projects. From author of Knitting New Scarves.

250 color photographs, 192 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-805-7US $29.95 CAN $38.95

MATERIAL OBSESSION 2More Modern Quilts with Traditional Rootsby kathy doughty and sarah fielke photographs by john doughty Fresh, modern quilts inspired by traditional patterns. From authors of Material Obsession.

185 color photographs, 140 illustrations, pull-out pattern sheet, 224 pages, 8 1/4 x 10", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-880-4US $27.50 CAN $35.95

WEE WONDERFULS 24 Dolls to Sew and Loveby hillary langphotographs by jen gotchAn irresistible and diverse collection of dolls for kids and kids at heart.

60 color photographs, 75 illustrations, 168 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-858-3US $27.50 CAN $35.95

ALABAMA STUDIO STYLE More Projects, Recipes & Stories Celebrating Sustainable Fashion & Livingby natalie chaninphotographs by robert rauschMore award-winning clothing and home accessories to make by hand—from eco-design company Alabama Chanin.

75 color photographs, 100 illustrations, pattern and stencil inserts, 176 pages, 10 3/4 x 8 1/2", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-823-1US $35.00 CAN $45.50

KNITTING 24/730 Projects to Knit, Wear, and Enjoy, On the Go and Around the Clockby véronik averyphotographs by thayer allyson gowdyClassic projects for sweaters and accessories designed with the needs of busy knitters in mind. From author of Knitting Classic Style.

90 color photographs, 128 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-844-6US $21.95 CAN $28.50

COMFORT KNITTING & CROCHET: AFGHANSMore Than 50 Beautiful, Affordable Designs Featuring Berroco's Comfort Yarnby norah gaughan and margery winterphotographs by thayer allyson gowdy100 color photographs, 160 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-826-2US $19.95 CAN $25.95

34,000 copies in print

MORE LAST-MINUTE KNITTED GIFTSby joelle hoversonphotographs by anna williamsMore quick, elegant gifts from Joelle Hoverson, author of the bestselling Last-Minute Knitted Gifts.

80 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-860-6US $27.50 CAN $35.95

35,000 copies in print

MODERN TOP-DOWN KNITTINGSweaters, Dresses, Skirts & Accessories Inspired by the Techniques of Barbara G. Walkerby kristina mcgowan photographs by gudrun georgesA chic women’s collection that is easy to customize using top-down techniques.

116 color illustrations, 160 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-861-3US $27.50 CAN $35.95

KAFFE FASSETT'S S IMPLE SHAPES SPECTACULAR QUILTS23 Original Quilt Designsby kaffe fassett with liza prior lucy photographs by debbie patterson225 color photographs, 192 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-837-8US $35.00 CAN $42.00

43,000 copies in print

KNITS MEN WANTThe 10 Rules Every Woman Should Know Before Knitting for a Man—Plus the Only 10 Patterns She'll Ever Needby bruce weinsteinphotographs by jared floodKnitting instruction and relationship therapy all in one, with lots of laughs along the way.

30 color photographs, 128 pages, 7 3/4 x 9 1/4", paperback with flaps.ISBN: 978-1-58479-840-8US $18.95 CAN $24.95

ALABAMA STITCH BOOKProjects and Stories Celebrating Hand-Sewing, Quilting, and Embroidery for Contemporary Sustainable Styleby natalie chaninphotographs by robert rauschA book of technique and inspiration from internationally acclaimed fashion and lifestyle company Alabama Chanin.

75 color photographs, pullout stencil, bead-embroidery postcard sewing pat terns,176 pages, 10 3/4 x 8 1/2", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-638-1US $35.00 CAN $39.00

CRAFTING A MEANINGFUL HOME27 DIY Projects to Tell Stories, Hold Memories, and Celebrate Family Heritageby meg mateo ilascophotographs by thayer allyson gowdy A hip cast of modern designers show us how to personalize our homes with DIY projects.

225 color photographs, 160 pages, 7 3/8 x 9 5/8", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-867-5US $24.95 CAN $32.50

LAST-MINUTE KNITTED GIFTSby joelle hoversonphotographs by anna williams 60 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 9 1⁄2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-367-0US $24.95 CAN $27.50

100,000 copies in print

KNITTING CLASSIC STYLE35 Modern Designs Inspired by Fashion’s Archivesby véronik averyphotographs by sara cameron75 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-576-6US $27.50 CAN $33.00

LOOP-D-LOOPMore Than 40 Novel Designs for Knittersby teva durhamphotographs by adrian buckmaster70 color photographs, 176 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 10 3⁄4", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-414-1US $29.95 CAN $35.95

44,000 copies in print

KNITTING NATURE39 Designs Inspired by Patterns in Natureby norah gaughanphotographs by thayer allyson gowdy75 color photographs, 176 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-484-4US $29.95 CAN $41.95

29,000 copies in print

KNITTING L INGERIE STYLEMore Than 30 Basic and Lingerie-Inspired Designs by joan mcgowan-michaelphotographs by thayer allyson gowdy65 color photographs, 160 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-577-3US $29.95 CAN $35.95

KNITSPEAKAn A to Z Guide to the Language of Knitting Patternsby andrea berman priceillustrations by patti pierce stone125 line illustrations, 224 pages, 4 5/8 x 6 1/2”, hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-632-9US $17.95 CAN $21.95

KNITA Personal Handbook by melanie falickphotographs by ericka mcconnell5 color photographs, 144 pages, 6 x 7 1⁄4", hardcover with cloth spine, concealed wire-o binding, needle gauge, zip pouch, elastic closure.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-357-1US $15.95 CAN $19.95

ALTERKNITS FELT

Imaginative Projects for Knitting and Feltingby leigh radfordphotographs by john mulligan75 color photographs, 136 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-707-4US $24.95 CAN $27.50

KNITALONGCelebrating the Tradition of Knitting Togetherby larissa brown and martin john brownphotographs by michael crouser125 color and black-and-white photographs, 160 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 7 3⁄4", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-665-7US $22.50 CAN $24.50

KNITKNIT Profiles + Projects from Knitting’s New Waveby sabrina gschwandtner photographs by kiriko shirobayashi148 color photographs, 176 pages, 8 x 11", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-631-2US $29.95 CAN $35.95

KNITTING NEW SCARVES27 Distinctly Modern Designsby lynne barrphotographs by tyllie barbosa95 color photographs, 144 pages, 7 x 9 1/2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-633-6US $21.95 CAN $23.95

30,000 copies in print

KNITTING NEW MITTENS & GLOVESWarm and Adorn Your Hands in 28 Innovative Waysby robin melansonphotographs by tyllie barbosa95 color photographs, 144 pages, 7 x 9 1⁄2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-666-4US $21.95 CAN $23.95

KNITTING FOR PEACEMake the World a Better Place One Stitch at a Timeby betty christiansenphotographs by kiriko shirobayashi16 color photographs, 132 pages, 8 1/4 x 7 3/4", hardcover with cloth spine, logo cards.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-533-9US $19.95 CAN $24.95

50,000 copies in print

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WEEKEND KNITTING50 Unique Projects and Ideasby melanie falick photographs by ericka mcconnell 90 color photographs, 176 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-769-2US $18.95 CAN $20.95

104,500 copies in print

CUSTOM KNITSUnleash Your Inner Designer with Top-Down and Improvisational Techniquesby wendy bernardphotographs by kimball hall75 color photographs, 168 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-713-5US $27.50 CAN $30.00

35,000 copies in print

KNITTED SOCKS EAST AND WEST30 Designs Inspired by Japanese Stitch Patternsby judy sumner photographs by yoko inoue60 color photographs, 144 pages, 7 3/4 x 9 1/4", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-799-9US $22.50 CAN $29.50

GREETINGS FROM KNIT CAFEby suzan mischerphotographs by victoria pearson75 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-768-5US $17.95 CAN $19.95

ONE MORE SKEIN30 Quick Projects to Knit by leigh radford photographs by john mulligan65 color photographs, 128 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-802-6US $19.95 CAN $25.95

23,500 copies in print

ALTERNACRAFTS20+ Hi-Style Lo-Budget Projects to Makeby jessica vitkus; photo-graphs by brian kennedy60 color photographs, 40 color illustrations, 144 pages, 8 1/4

x 8 1/4", paperback with flaps, wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-456-1US $19.95 CAN $27.95

HARDWEARJewelry from a Toolboxby hannah roggephotographs by marianne rafter45 color photographs, 75 illustrations, 144 pages, 5 3/4 x 8 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-480-6US $18.95 CAN $26.95

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LAST-MINUTE PATCHWORK + QUILTED GIFTSby joelle hoversonphotographs by anna williams75 color photographs, template insert, 160 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-634-3US $27.50 CAN $33.00

35,000 copies in print

LAST-MINUTE FABRIC GIFTS30 Hand-Sew, Machine-Sew, and No-Sew Projectsby cynthia treenphotographs by karen philippi70 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-485-1US $24.95 CAN $31.95

SEE AND SEWA Sewing Book for Childrenby tina davis75 color and black-and-white illustrations, 152 pages, 7 1/2 x 10 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-491-2US $19.95 CAN $27 .95

ZAKKA SEWING25 Japanese Projects for the Householdby therese laskey and chika mori photographs by yoko inoue50 color photographs, 100 color illustrations, 152 pages, 7 3/4 x 9 1/4", paperback with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-720-3US $24.95 CAN $27.50

SEWING, QUILTING, AND OTHER CRAFTS

ESPECIALLY FOR CHILDREN

QUILTS 1700–2010Hidden Histories, Untold Storiesby sue prichard118 color photographs, 224 pages, 9 ¾ x 9 ½", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-85177-595-8US $60.00 CAN $78.00

KIDS CROCHETby kelli ronciphotographs by john gruen; illustrations by lena corwin35 color photographs, 60 color illustrations, 128 pages, 8 x 9", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-413-4US $19.95 CAN $23.95

MATERIAL OBSESSIONModern Quilts with Traditional Rootsby sarah fielke and kathy doughty; foreword by kaffe fassett; photo-graphs by john doughty150 color photographs, 208 pages, 8 ¼ x 10", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-752-4US $24.95 CAN $32.50

26,000 copies in print

VINTAGE BABY KNITS More Than 40 Heirloom Patterns from the 1920s to the 1950sby kristen rengren photographs by thayer allyson gowdy80 color photographs, 160 pages, 9 ½ x 8 ½", hardcover.

QUILTING FOR PEACE Make the World a Better Place One Stitch at a Timeby katherine bell photographs by thayer allyson gowdy20 color photographs, 136 pages, 8 1/4 x 7 3/4", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-804-0US $19.95 CAN $25.95

PRINTING BY HANDA Modern Guide to Printing with Handmade Stamps, Stencils, and Silk Screens by lena corwinphotographs by thayer allyson gowdy100 color photographs, envelope with pullout patterns, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-672-5US $27.50 CAN $33.00

34,000 copies in print

KATA GOLDA’S HAND-STITCHED FELT25 Whimsical Sewing Projectsby kata golda; photo-graphs by frank white60 color photographs, 65 illustrations, 128 pages, 8 1/4 x 8 1/4", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-798-2US $19.95 CAN $25.95

WEEKEND SEWINGMore Than 40 Projects and Ideas for Inspired Stitchingby heather ross photographs by john gruen75 color photographs, over 100 color illustrations, pullout pattern sheets, 160 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-675-6US $27.50 CAN $35.95

62,000 copies in print

SEWING GREEN25 Projects Made with Repurposed and Organic Materialsby betz white photographs by john gruen65 color photographs, pullout pattern sheet, 144 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-758-6US $24.95 CAN $27.50

KNITTING FOR BABY30 Heirloom Projects with Complete How-to-Knit Instructionsby melanie falick and kristin nicholasphotographs by ross whitaker50 color photographs and 65 color illustrations, 160 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 9 1⁄2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-680-0US $15.95 CAN $17.95

50,500 copies in print

GIRLS’ BEST BOOK OF KNITTING, SEWING, AND EMBROIDERYby virginie desmoulins65 color photographs, 75 color illustrations, 112 pages, 7 1/4 x 10 1/8", paper over board with die-cut paper doll; spiral bound.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-600-8US $19.95 CAN $23.95

ISBN: 978-1-58479-761-6US $27.50 CAN $30.00

SPRING 2011