Crafts & Hobbies

Whether you want to learn lockpicking or locksmithing, or choose locks that are virtually impossible to defeat, this classic will meet your needs. The top reference in the field since 1976, this book is perfect for everyone from beginners who want to master techniques step by illustrated step, to pros who need an up-to-date, comprehensive shop manual.The Sixth Edition features:•Complete, illustrated coverage from a master locksmith.•Techniques and tips for lockpicking and fixing.•Safe opening and servicing techniques.•Coverage of electronic and high-security mechanical locks.•Auto lock opening and servicing how-tos.•An all-new Registered Locksmith test.•How to conduct a home security survey•How to start and run a locksmithing business, or get hired as a locksmith. more...

Price: $29.95

The illustrated book gives historical and cultural background of Christmas. Navigate easily to any chapter from Table of Contents or search for the words or phrases. more...

Price: $5.99

Do you needlepoint, crochet, or embroider? Are you looking to create costumery (Renaissance Faire, Victorian-themed wedding, Prince concert, etc.) with lace trim? Look no further for the definitive book on needlepoint, or tatting as it was called in England. There are 600 illustrations to help you master this art. more...

Price: $12.00

The aim of the Watching series is to draw attention to some of the very interesting items around us, things that perhaps we don't notice as much as we might. The first was Bridge Watching, and when this was put ''on the Net'' it produced, to the surprise of the author, such a pleasant flood of e-mail that another was written, called Water Watching. This, too, was kindly received. So it was tempting to continue with the theme. Boat Watching doesn't set out to teach you how to design a boat, build a boat, or even how to use a boat. I hope it will help you to look at boats, though, really look at them, and to enjoy doing so. When I say ''boats'', I mean ''boats and things'', for boats have things on and about them, and they are all interesting. If you are looking at boats, you can't help seeing all the other things, too. Boats are truly lovely things, from the humblest to the noblest. Given a bit of time, you can lounge against a wall, or a post, or stretch out in a chair, and just drink in the happiness of looking. Looking at things is one of the great free benefits of being alive. You don't have to be an expert, but a little knowledge does help to enjoy the details. This treatment doesn't set out to turn you into a mariner or boat designer. It isn't meant intended for that kind of person. It is chiefly for idlers, loafers, those who have time to like stand and stare, or who can make such time, taking life at a reasonable pace, and enjoying it, even if only between bouts of frenzied exertions. more...

Price: $19.95

Buckles & Bobbins, A Beginning Sewing Book for Boys. This sewing book teaches techniques in a step-by-step format, from pillowcases to backpacks and fishing and hunting vests. Boys and young men love the projects! All patterns included, Boys sizes 8 - 16. You will receive 2 downloadable PDF files, zipped together, one with the instruction book, and another with the patterns which can be printed off and taped together. more...

Price: $22.95