Take a Ball of String: 16 Beautiful Projects for Your Home

Have a “ball” making these creative household projects! It used to be that kitty was the only one playing with a ball of string. Now, you can turn your talents to this simple, dare we say mundane item, to create the most imaginative projects for your home. Take a Ball of String , an inventive book in the Take a… series, includes sweet, fun, and whimsical projects for four specific areas of your home: bathroom, kitchen, porch, and study. From rustic garden twine to a soft cotton braid, each of the 16 projects takes on its own look and feel and personality.

Take a Ball of String offers you:

• All the steps and tips to complete 16 unique projects like coasters, circular rug, desk trays, lampshade, shopping bag, and even a handy first-aid bag
• Basic know-how and crucial techniques for knitting, crocheting, coiling, and knotting
• Inspiration from the gallery of 296 cheery, colorful photographs

Transform the humble ball of string into an array of exciting, everyday items. Kitty was right. The pleasingly tactile nature of string makes it a joy to get your paws on it…and a perfect medium for creating some crafty treasures, whether you’re a beginner or pro.