Making crafts is a great way to foster creativity, learn new skills, and build confidence. This book does all that and more, with specially selected techniques and projects from five books in the Creative Kids Complete Photo Guide series: Bead Crafts, Braiding & Knotting, Crochet, Knitting, and Sewing.

Kids will love creating fun jewelry and accessories, eye-catching room décor items, unique stationery, and toys. Among the projects featured from Bead Crafts is a chic nightlight shade; from Braiding & Knotting, a striking paracord bracelet; from Crochet, a colorful granny square scarf; from Knitting, an attractive and useful pencil roll; and from Sewing, a customizable pillow with a secret pocket. Projects are designed for a range of ages and skill levels, including beginners, and each section includes information on basic techniques, tools, and materials.

Step-by-step instruction and lots of photos help to ensure satisfying results. Besides building creative skills, children will also learn how to read and understand patterns, measure accurately, develop hand-eye coordination, and focus on patience and mindfulness.

Crafting is always more fun with family and friends, and parents can guide and encourage their kids as they discover how far their imaginations can take them. Using materials found around the house can spark ideas and add individuality to finished pieces. Projects make great craft sale items and gifts, and can be personalized with select colors, favorite styles, and handpicked embellishments.

The authors of these books put an enormous amount of expertise and passion into their work, and we’d like to acknowledge their efforts: Bead Crafts, Amy Kopperude; Braiding & Knotting, Sherri Haab (with Michelle Barnes); Crochet, Deborah Burger; Knitting, Mary Scott Huff; and Sewing, Janith Bergeron and Christine Ecker.

Ready to dive in? Hours of crafty fun start right now!