June Bradford

What traditional handicraft lets you tap into your creativity and imagination? Quilting! By mixing your favorite colors, fabrics and textures, you can design one-of-a-kind gifts and accessories. And while the art of quilting has been around for hundreds of years, a few modern twists make it easier than ever. Ten simple-to-follow patterns mean you can make projects that are unique--and useful, too!

Embroidery is like drawing with a needle and thread. Once you've learned a few simple stitches you can create amazing designs on your clothes and make some really cool on-of-a-kind gifts. Embroidery will have you in stitches.