Used Books and Out-of-Print Books

Dyeing

Color Works by D. Menz: wondering what colors to use in a craft project? This guide covers color relationships, contrasts, harmonies, media characteristics (fibers, yarns, threads, fabrics, beads, papers), and color and design (in spinning, weaving, knitting, embroidery, surface work, quilting and collage). Includes color wheel and tear-out color tools that can be stored in the inside back cover pocket.Color photos throughout. Hardcover ring binder. This book is in new condition except for a small tear at the top of the spine. One only. As is. U73 - $22.46.

Natural Dyes of the Asia Pacific Region by K. D. Casselman: covers history and background, ethnology of dyeing, Asia Pacific methods, non-exploitive harvesting, how to use the plant, how to prepare fibers, dyes and mordants, colours obtained, and ethics. Ring binder. This book suffered some water damage: the front cover and some of the pages are slightly curled. Out-of-print used book autographed by author. One only. As is. U91 - $12.

Felting

Introduction to Feltmaking by S. Smith: covers wool fibers and equipment, how to make felt, shrinkage, design, dyeing, edges and further techniques. New out-of-print book in good condition. We have a few left. $25.

Fiber Animals

Les Ovins by P. Casamitjana & J. Holtz: this is a book about sheep in French. It covers the various breeds available in France (11 are pictured in color), the different types of production set-ups (meat, wool and milk), reproduction & genetics, feeding, raising, housing, and health care. 65 pages. This is a used out-of-print book in good condition. Color on cover is slightly faded. One only. As is. U41 - $6.
The Sheep Book by R. Parker: first 1983 hardcover edition of this book autographed by the author. A great book for the beginner and intermediate shepherd, covering selection, flushing, breeding, gestation, lambing, weaning, marketing, health, economics, nutrition and more. Foreword by Garrison Keillor. This is a used out-of-print book in fair condition (the paper cover is torn and yellowed by age; the first few pages also have a little yellow in the upper right corner; otherwise it is in very good condition). One only. As is. U72 - $22.
The Sheepman's Production Handbook by G. Scott for the Sheep Industry Development Program (SID): this is a revised edition which is a great reference book if you raise sheep. It deals with genetics, reproduction, health (many diseases are listed with advice regarding control and treatment), nutrition, management and marketing. 246 pages in a ring binder. Black & white photos and illustrations. Whether you are raising a small or large flock, this is a must-have book! Used out-of-print book in good condition. One only. As is. U89 - $25.
TV Vet Sheep Book by the TV Vet: a wonderful book to diagnose and remedy diseases in your sheep flock (small or large); covers recognition and treatment of common sheep ailments: metabolic and clostridial diseases, diseases of tick areas, lamb diseases, internal parasites, foot conditions, infertility and abortion, obstetrics, and general sheep diseases. Many black and white photos. 178 pages. Hardcover. This is a used out-of-print book in very good condition. One only. U15 -$55.

Children's

Annie and the Old One Hardcover by M. Miles: the story of a Navajo girl and her grandmother who teaches her how to weave - and to understand death. Ages 6-9. Hardcover. This is a used out-of-print hardcover book in good condition. There are some tape marks on the inside front page and back cover, also a library label on the last (blank) page. One only. U70 -$15.
Away to Me, Moss by B. Levin: Zanna befriends a working Border Collie whose life is on hold since his owner has become paralyzed. 157-page novel. Hardcover. Ages 9-12. New out-of-print book. One only. $24.99.
The Chief's Blanket by M. Chanin: with the help of her grandmother who is a skilled weaver, Flower After the Rain, a young Navajo Indian girl, overcomes her fears and weaves her first chief's blanket. Hardcover. New out-of-print book. One only. $19.95.
The Day My Blankie Became a Vest by C. Hubble: nice story about a little girl and her blanket; includes directions and pattern for vest. New out-of-print book. Two only. $14.95.
Floss by K. Lewis: charming illustrated story of a working Border Collie. Ages 3-8. New book that suffered water damage. Back cover and several pages curl up. One only. As is. U87 - $5.
Lamb in the Laundry by Baglio: Jenny, a young girl, befriends a little black lamb who later helps rescue her from danger. 160-page novel. Ages 9-12. New out-of-print book. One only. $8.99.
The Little Girl's Knitting & Crochet Book edited by F. Klickmann: first published in 1910, this book offers basic instructions and many projects (including doll clothes) for the young crocheter/knitter. There are also short poems and stories interspersed throughout the book. Black/white photos and illustrations. Hardcover. This is a new book which suffered some water damage so that some of the pages have a slight water mark at the top; it is otherwise in good condition. One only. As is. U90 - $18.
Mr. Nick's Knitting by M. Wild: Mr. Nick and Mrs. Jolley knit and laugh together on the 7 o'clock train to the city. One morning, Mrs. Jolley is not on the train. Mr. Nick finds out that she is in the hospital and decides to knit something special to cheer her up. Hardcover. Ages 4-9. New out-of-print book. Slight crease at top of spine. One only. $19.95.
One Small Lost Sheep by C. Mills: a Christmas story about a shepherd boy and his stray sheep. Hardcover. Ages 4-8. New out-of-print book. Front cover is washed out. One only.$10.
Oxcart Man by D. Hall: describes the life of an ox-cart man and his family in 19th century rural New England. Ages 3-8. This is a new book but the front cover is sun-faded. One only. As is. U83 - $6.29.
Oxcart Man by D. Hall: describes the life of an ox-cart man and his family in 19th century rural New England. Ages 3-8. This is a new book but the first 3 pages have a slight crease in the middle. One only. As is. U84 - $6.29.
Rapunzel by A. Berenzy: a version of the famous tale with very nice illustrations. Ages 4-8. New out-of-print book. One only. (Note that there is a slight crease on the back cover). As is. $16.95.
Sheep in a Shop by N. Shaw: funny story about sheep (great for beginning readers) with wonderful rhymes and illustrations. The sheep are irresistible. Ages 2-8. New book that suffered water damage: top righ hand corner of each page curls up. One only. As is. U88 - $4.95.
Six Snowy Sheep by J. Enderle: sheep are having fun on a wintry Christmas day. Ages 2-6. Used out-of-print book in good condition. Cover has a slight crease in the middle. U76 -$4.95.
Sophie's Masterpiece by E. Spinelli: Sophie is a spinner and weaver, an artist that happens to be a house spider. When a knitter in the house runs out of yarn, Sophie knows the time has come for her to create a masterpiece. Beautifully illustrated. Ages 4-8. This is a new book but the last pages curl a little due to water damage. One only. As is. U86 - $6.29.
Tanglebird by B. Lodge: Tanglebird learns to make a beautiful woven nest. Hardcover. Ages 4-8. New out-of-print book. Front cover is slightly washed out. One only. $12.95.
A Young Shepherd by C. Urbigkit: 12-year-old Cass, who lives on a sheep ranch, cares for lambs (including orphan lambs), helps with vaccinations, docking and castrating, ear tagging, record-keeping, showing at the county fair, feeding, shearing, wool sorting, lambing and more. The family uses guard dogs and a herding dog. Many large color photos illustrate this young shepherd's work. Also included is one page with photos and descriptions of 5 sheep breeds: Targhee, Suffolk, Rambouillet, Dorset and Finnsheep. Hardcover. This is a new book but several inside pages were stuck together (close to the spine) due to water damage and have been pulled apart resulting in the look of a used book. One only. As is. U91 - $12.76.

Fiction & Other (Historical etc.)

Knitting

Classic Knits for Baby Dolls by M. Fainges: covers 15 outfits suitable for dolls ranging in size from 5 1/2" to 19". Some patterns are suitable for beginner knitters. Color photos. New out-of-print book in good condition. Two only. $23.
Handknitting Collection by A. Rowena: this is a collection of sweater patterns for men and women made with mohair and wool yarn (34 pullovers and 1 cardigan). Styles include floral, geometrics, cables, plain stockinette and textured. Large color photos throughout. 152 pages. Hardcover. This is a new out-of-print book that is shopworn: the book cover has a small rip at the bottom; the book itself is in excellent condition. One only. As is. U39 -$28.
The Harmony Guide (Vol. 2) to 450 Knitting Stitches: a comprehensive pattern library with stitches illustrated in color. This is a new out-of-print book. One only. $34.95.
Learn to Knit a Sweater Book by J. Leinhauser: beginner knitting lessons plus 6 patterns for easy sweaters: pullovers and cardigans in sizes Small to 3X using worsted weight and bulky weight yarn and a variety of needles ( straight #8, 10, 10.5, 11, 17 and circular #13). New out-of-print book. A few left. $26.95.
North Island Designs 4 by C. Pingree: 16 patterns from 12 Maine designers along with their interesting biographies. Designs include beautiful sweaters, socks and double-knit mittens. Color photos. 95 pages. Out-of-print shopworn book: the front cover is slightly discolored and bottom pages curl up a little. One only. As is. U35 -$20.
One Skein by L. Radford: 30 quick knitting and crochet projects that only require one skein: leg warmers, tank top, gloves, hats, scarves, fingerless mitts, bags, baby clothes, boa, felted bowls, candywarpper sachets, pillows, bath mat, rug, and much more. Color photos. New book in very good condition (there is a crease at the upper left corner throughout the book; it is otherwise in new condition). One only. As is. U75 -$18.
A Passion for Color by S. Burnett: a gorgeous book with inspiring color photos! The first chapter, on dyeing yarns with natural dyes, is followed by over 25 knitting patterns (adult and children's sweaters, cardigans, headbands, adult and children's jackets, hats, and a coat). Wonderful color photos throughout. 157 pages. Hardcover. This is an out-of-print book in new condition. One only. U30 -$55.
Pet Pleasers by L. Polley: knit 6 sweaters for dogs in sizes Small, Medium, Large and X-Large. Patterns call for worsted weight yarn. This is a new out-of-print book. A few left. $12.99.
Sweaters from the Seaton Collection: knit designs for pullovers, cardigans, vests, many with flower motifs; all look like masterpieces! Harddcover. New out-of-print book. A few copies left. SALE $18.

Machine Knitting

Crocheting

Hooking, Braiding, Basketry

The Art of Macrame by J. Fisher: covers history of knotting, tools of the trade, basic and fancy knots, sinnets and braids, finishing, introducing color, knotting in the round, headings and edges, technical problems, shaping, working with other materials, the importance of design, details that count, plus patterns for you to make (6 styles of belts, beaded choker, hairband, 5 styles of bags, shawl, 2 scarves, hat, table mat, Victorian panel, string doll, bikini and fringed waistcoat). Black and white and color photos. 176 pages. Hardcover. Used out-of-print book in good condition. One only. As is. U66 - $25.

Rug Hooking for the First Time by D. Lovelady: covers basics, techniques, beyond the basics, gallery and many projects including pillows, apron, bags, wallhangings, rugs and a footstool cover. New out-of-print book. A few left. $18.95.