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| The Big-Ass Book of Crafts | 
 enlarge | Author: Mark Montano
Creator: Auxy Espinoza
Publisher: Simon Spotlight Entertainment
Category: Book
List Price: $19.95
Buy New: $11.95
You Save: $8.00 (40%)
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Avg. Customer Rating:  23 reviews
Sales Rank: 2298
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 384
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.3
Dimensions (in): 9.9 x 7.9 x 0.9
ISBN: 1416937854
Dewey Decimal Number: 745.5
EAN: 9781416937852
ASIN: 1416937854
Publication Date: February 19, 2008
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Product Description
The Big-Ass Book of Crafts is packed with ideas for sprucing up your living space; concocting fabulous, all-natural body products; designing your own unique stationery; and creating countless other crafts that will convince your friends and loved ones that you're the secret love child of Martha Stewart (only much, much cooler). Forget crocheted doilies and itchy knit sweaters -- TLC's While You Were Out top designer Mark Montano has created stylish and imaginative projects that range from a Warhol-esque Ultrasuede iPod case to photo-adorned boxer shorts to African mask patio chairs to wooden night-light boxes. Divided into sections that include Outdoorsy (ideas to enhance your backyard), Dishing It Out (decorating plates using different techniques), You've Been Framed (innovative picture framing ideas), and Can I Have a Light? (creating and decorating lamps, lanterns, and chandeliers), it's as entertaining to read as it is endlessly inspiring. With more than one hundred and fifty inventive and fun projects, The Big-Ass Book of Crafts is the perfect activity book for readers of every mood, budget, and skill level.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 18 more reviews...
 I wasn't blown away. May 13, 2008
19 out of 24 found this review helpful
So far, it seems that this book has received kudos. However, I'm not that impressed. I've seen every craft in this book in some shape or form before. I am not making anything out of popsicle sticks. My grandmother made picture frames out of magazine pages a long time ago. I already know how to put fabric on the back of a plate. If you haven't been crafting for long, it's a great book. For those of us who have been into this for a long while, I don't recommend it. I guess there really is nothing new under the sun. Remember that there is a difference between art and crafts. This is for those who like things made out of drinking straws and popsicle sticks adorning their home. I personally do not like those things, and would rather leave them to the girl scout troops of the world.
 Hold on to your glue guns, get ready for a fun ride! February 25, 2008
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
I've always been a fan of Mark's clever crafty designs, so imagine my delight to find out he has this new book that is jammed packed with all kinds of ideas!! Each project is colorful, and collectively they have a keen sense of multi-culti, lots of recycling, and best of all - EASY TO MAKE! What I love the most is that it is clear that he is very passionate about his love for making things. The book is crowded with juicy pictures, and the tone is fun and conversational. Major score, Mark!! Two glittered thumbs up!
Who thought there were still original ideas out there? February 19, 2008
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I had a gander at this at a competing bookstore (didn't buy, too broke) and enjoyed it immensely! I didn't expect to since I've seen so many craft ideas now (craft magazine, make magazine, and a zillion craft blogs) but this has A LOT of ideas, many I've never seen before.
Price of $19.95 seems reasonable too as this is fairly hefty!
Finally--help for the Scout leaders February 26, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
Well, I'm no longer a Scout leader, but I would heartily recommend this to any one who is--or to anyone who likes to find new craftsy things to do with the kids on weekends ... or is looking for a new "honey-do" project to keep others in the household occupied. This has got to be one of the best idea books around. Probably 200 ideas with easy-to-buy stuff--and some practical ideas for the home, like furniture. Won't break the pocketbook. Great gift ideas that the kids can make for the grandparents and friends. Just saw the author on TV--very impressive. But I don't like the title, even though the book is very, very big.
 Lots of great ideas in here! February 25, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have been crafting for well over 30 years, so didn't think I'd need yet another craft book. But I looked at it in a book store, and was impressed enough to buy it. Taking my time to go through it later made me tag quite a few of the projects to make when I have time. This book has a wide variety of projects, for all skill levels and for all rooms, even for the out doors. I highly recommend this book for any crafter. You will not be disappointed!
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