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This is not a beginner's level crafting book! The crafts are complicated, and in my opinion, not kid-friendly at all. My daughter and son would not be able to do any of these. They are 7 and 3. When I am looking for kids' crafts, I want ideas that my kids can do with some of my support. This book would be me trying to figure it out, and likely me failing miserablely! I would not purchase this book.

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Very useful crafting guide for kids! This craft book has quite a few different crafting techniques and multiple ideas for each technique. Every skill is explained clearly and precisely with step-by-step guide and photos. I have been knitting for a very long time and I didn't know that terms for undoing stitches are frogging and tinking; there is always something new to learn! I would highly recommend this craft book to anyone who is looking to learn a few new crafting skills.

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Great idea sourcebook with simple ideas to help kids get crafting. The ideas are up to date for example everyone will want to design their own Twirly Whirly Watch Bracelet and Crystal Night-Light Shade. As well as beading other crafts such as paracord braiding, crochet, knitting, and sewing. The projects are modern and appealing to most young people. At a time when more adults have returned to crafting to help them with the stresses of the pandemic, this book is well-timed to help young people do the same.

As a guidance teacher, I always find that art and crafts have a calming effect on young people in distress. This book helps them generate ideas and confidence.

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This is a great craft book! There are so many great ideas for many different types of crafts in this book! The photos are colorful and detailed. There are many skills taught very well in this book. I can't wait to buy this book for my kids! Thank you NetGalley for letting me preview it!

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I love craft books so I couldn't wait to review this one!

The book covers bead crafts, braiding and knotting, crochet, knitting, and sewing. The text is rather small and in large block paragraphs, which makes me think that this book would be best for children at least 10 years old. Some of the tools listed for the beading crafts might best be used under adult supervision, even for older children.

An appendix that listed stores or websites where parents can purchase materials would have been nice - especially for those who prefer to shop in small, local stores.

My only real gripe is that there are no boys featured in the book. There are boys who would appreciate seeing other boys enjoying the same types of crafts that they do.

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This is an incredibly detailed craft book.
I did not expect this much detail for each craft.
Be prepared if you buy this it’s not the simplest buy it will, more than likely, be the most comprehensive.
If you’re looking for a book on standby to pick up and make something this isn’t it. If you’re looking for detailed and thorough projects it is.
You also need a lot of items to use this book. I do think however the instructions are clear and easy to follow

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This is such a fun crafting book. Lots of activities and pictures to show what to do. I love that the book is even for beginners with descriptions of what the activities are and broken down with how to. Kids would love this book!

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There are some nice projects to make in this short book. Simple and clear instructions well illustrated with photographs. I enjoyed learning the knots and I’m sure I’ll use them lots. I can now plate my hair in four strands something I’ve always wanted to do! This book can be appreciated by a wide age range. It covers the basics of a number of crafts Knitting, crochet, sewing, beadwork, knotting and braiding. There is something for everyone to have a go.

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