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  • The Star Wars Craft Book

    The Star Wars Craft Book

    Author/Actors/Director/etc.:   Bonnie Burton
    Format:   Paperback
    Publisher:   LucasBooks (2011, Mar 29th).
    Pages:   176

    GIVE IN TO THE POWER OF THE CRAFTY SIDE   Chewbacca Sock Puppets. Ewok Flower Vases. AT-AT Herb Gardens. With The Star Wars Craft Book, fans of all ages and skill levels can bring the best of the galaxy far, far away right into their own homes. Fully illustrated, this guide features a variety of fun and original projects.   • Playtime: Make and play with finger puppets of your favorite cantina characters, Cuddly Banthas, and Rotta the Huttlet Squeaky Toys for your pets • Home Decor: Spruce up your space with Chewbacca Tissue Box Covers, a Mounted Acklay Head, and a Jabba the Hutt Body Pillow • Holiday Crafts: Celebrate festive occasions with Wookiee Pumpkins, Hanukkah Droidels, and a Star Wars Action Figure Wreath • Nature and Science Crafts: Get down to earth with Emperor Appletine Dolls and a Wookiee Bird House • Star Wars Style: Give your wardrobe a dose of intergalactic chic with Ewok Fleece Hats and an R2-D2 Crocheted Beanie With easy step-by-step instructions, The Star Wars Craft Book is a joyful and entertaining way for you and your friends to bring many beloved elements of Star Wars to life! (No midi-chlorians required!) . more

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  • 60 Quick Baby Knits: Blankets, Booties, Sweaters & More in Cascade 220 Superwash (Sixth & Spring)

    60 Quick Baby Knits: Blankets, Booties, Sweaters & More in Cascade 220 Superwash (Sixth & Spring)

    Author/Actors/Director/etc.:   Sixth & Spring Books
    Format:   Paperback
    Publisher:   Sixth&Spring Books (2011, May 3rd).
    Pages:   176

    From cozy cardigans and a whimsical blanket shaped like a sheep to a pinwheel beret, embroidered booties, and tiny legwarmers, 60 Quick Baby Knits has something for every knitter…and every tot! Featuring the popular, affordable, and surprisingly soft Cascade 220 Superwash yarn, these cute and colorful projects-designed for ages 0 to 24 months-will please even the fussiest babies…and their parents. more

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