The Reader’s Digest Family Book of Things to Make and Do
$70.00
The Reader’s Digest Family Book of Things to Make and Do is a generous 408-page compendium of hands-on craft projects published by Reader’s Digest in 1977, covering a wide range of handicraft techniques from needlework and sewing to home crafts and creative projects for the whole family. It is a practical, well-illustrated reference that became a household staple for craft-loving families across Australia and beyond.
Description
The Reader’s Digest Family Book of Things to Make and Do is a substantial all-in-one craft reference published by the Reader’s Digest Association in 1977. At 408 pages, it was designed to be the go-to handbook for families who loved making things by hand, covering an impressive breadth of needlecraft and general handicraft disciplines in a single, approachable volume. Reader’s Digest craft books of this era are known for their clear step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and practical project focus, making them genuinely useful rather than just decorative on the shelf.
As a broad handicraft compendium, this book spans a wide variety of making and crafting disciplines. Typical Reader’s Digest titles of this type include content across areas such as:
- Needlework techniques including embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch, and canvas work
- Knitting and crochet projects for garments and homewares
- Sewing and dressmaking, including soft furnishings and home sewing
- Macrame, weaving, and textile crafts
- Craft projects suitable for children and family participation
- Toymaking, gift ideas, and decorative home craft projects
This book suits crafters who love having a single comprehensive reference on their shelf, particularly those interested in vintage 1970s craft styles, traditional needlework techniques, and family-friendly making projects. It is equally useful for someone returning to a beloved craft from decades past or a collector of classic Reader’s Digest craft references.
408 pages. Published by Reader’s Digest, 1977.
Genre: Craft Books
Additional information
| Weight | 2.05 kg |
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| Dimensions | 30 × 24 × 5 cm |
