BATSFORD (dist. by Sterling)
Fusing Fabric: Creative Cutting, Bonding and Mark-Making with the Soldering Iron (Mar., $24.95) by Margaret Beal explains this new technique in textile art.
BOWTIE PRESS
Schnoodle (June, $14.95) by Carol Bobrowsky. This new entry in the Designer Dogs series raises mixed breeds from shabby to chic.
COLLINS
Supernatural Parties: Simple and Resourceful Ideas for Throwing the Perfect Celebration, Event or Get-Together (June, $19.95) by Danny Seo suggests easy, eco-friendly concepts for a variety of gatherings.
COLLINSDESIGN
Dream Porches and Sunrooms: Designing the Perfect Retreat (Apr., $35) by Michael Snow describes the process of creating porches and offers design possibilities.
Plan Your Kitchen: Hundreds of Design Combinations at-a-Glance (June, $24.95) by Lorrie Mack presents an accessible format for making key decisions.
CREATIVE HOMEOWNER
Knit Style: Cool Accessories from Head to Toe (June, $19.95) by Bobbi Larson. These 25 originally designed accessories make use of today's most popular yarns.
CREATIVE PUBLISHING INTL
Scarves and Shawls for Yarn Lovers (Aug., $24.95) by Carri Hammett uses easy patterns to make the most of novelty and decorative yarns.
DK
Tribal Art (Apr., $35) by Judith Miller. This collector's guide features art from tribes and cultural groups worldwide.
GIBBS SMITH
Ultimate Backyards: Inspired Ideas for Outdoor Living (Apr., $39.95) by Michelle Kodis reveals ways to create outdoor spaces in which to eat, relax, swim and sleep.
Bungalow Details: Interiors (July, $39.95) by Jane Powell and Linda Svendsen identifies and explains the details that make a bungalow authentic.
GLITTERATI
T-Shirt Makeovers: 20 Transformations for Fabulous Fashions (June, $25) by Carmen Webber and Carmia Marshall shares the T-shirt's possibilities as a blank canvas for fashion in more than 150 color images. 25,000 first printing. $25,000 ad/promo.
GUILD OF MASTER CRAFTSMAN (dist. by Sterling)
Making Vintage Bags: 20 Original Sewing Patterns for Vintage Bags and Purses (Mar., $24.95) by Emma Brennan includes projects with such details as beaded ring handles and whimsical appliqués.
HARMONY
Cesar's Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding & Correcting Common Dog Problems (Apr., $24.95) by Cesar Millan with Melissa Jo Peltier. The star of TV's Dog Whisperer provides a commonsense guide to canine care.
HCI
The Dog Diet: A Memoir—What My Dog Taught Me About Shedding Pounds, Licking Stress and Getting a New Leash on Life (Apr., $15.95) by Patti Lawson outlines pooch potential for lifting the spirits and shrinking the waistline.
HYLAS PUBLISHING
American Kennel Club: Your Dog's Whole Life—Caring for Your Canine Companion from Birth to Old Age (Apr., $19.95) teaches dog owners how to keep their pets healthy and happy.
INTERWEAVE PRESS
The Bead Directory: The Complete Guide to Choosing and Using More Than 600 Beautiful Beads (Apr., $24.95) by Elise Mann features photos, diagrams, relative pricing and more.
Getting Started: Crochet (June, $16.95) by Judith L. Swartz offers step-by-step directions for a wide variety of projects.
KP BOOKS
The Quilter's Color Scheme Bible (July, $29.99) by Celia Eddy solves the problem of selecting the right colors and fabrics for any quilt.
Anatomy of the Chopper (July, $34.99) by Doug Mitchel demonstrates the art and skill of building radical custom chopper bikes.
LARK/STERLING
Sew Cool, Sew Simple: Fabulous Tops (July, $14.95) by Valerie Van Arsdale Shrader makes these diverse projects sew easy.
Shibori: A Beginner's Guide to Creating Color & Texture on Fabric (July, $19.95) by Lynne Caldwell explains the art of Japanese tie-dye and features instructions for 18 projects.
HUGH LAUTER LEVIN
Mrs. Grossman's Sticker Magic (Apr., $30) by Andrea Grossman and Leslie Conron Carola gathers innovative ideas, fun tips and techniques for creating sticker art projects.
MEREDITH BOOKS
Better Homes and Gardens New Decorating Book, Newlywed Edition (Mar., $34.95). This eighth edition includes a bonus 72-page section for newlyweds.
MERRICK DAY (dist. by Antique Collectors' Club)
Curtain Inspiration: A Unique Collection of Pictures and Ideas (Mar., $35) by Catherine Merrick and Rebecca Day recommends ideas for a wide range of window treatments to be used throughout the house.
MFA PUBLICATIONS (dist. by D.A.P.)
Textiles and Fashion Arts (MFA Highlights) (July, $19.95) by Pamela Parmal et al. presents 100 of the finest textiles and fashion objects spanning 25 centuries.
NAKED INK
JanSport: Turning Adventure and Passion into Big Bucks (Aug., $21.99) by Skip Yowell marks JanSport's 40th anniversary by chronicling the adventures and accomplishments of the man behind the brand.
PHAIDON
Phaidon Design Classics (May, $175) is a three-volume set featuring 999 ultimate design objects in 100 categories, from the beginning of the Industrial Revolution to today; includes 4,000 illus.
CLARKSON POTTER/POTTER CRAFT
Mason-Dixon Knitting: The Curious Knitters' Guide to Creative Genius—Stories, Patterns, Advice, Opinions, Questions, Answers, Jokes, and Pictures (Mar., $29.95) by Kay Gardiner and Ann Meador Shayne. Ad/promo.
Morehouse Farm Merino Knits: 45 Farm-Fresh Designs (Apr., $29.95) by Margit Lohrer, photos by Clara Aich, provides instructions for making sweaters, baby garments, blankets and more. Ad/promo.
READERS DIGEST BOOKS
Dream Backyards (Mar., $26.95) from the editors of The Family Handyman magazine. Some 30 DIY projects promise to transform outdoor spaces into treasured living areas.
RYLAND PETERS SMALL
The Comfortable Home: An Inspirational Guide to Creating Feel-good Spaces (Mar., $27.50) by Jane Burdon. The author of Room Rescues suggests ways to use personal style in creating comfortable surroundings.
SCRIPTUM EDITIONS (dist. by Trafalgar Square)
Shoes: A Lexicon of Style (Mar., $16.95) by Valerie Steele. The chief curator of the museum at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology taps into today's shoe fetish with a vengeance.
RONNIE SELLERS PRODUCTIONS
The Songbirds Bible: A Visual Directory of 100 of the Most Popular Songbirds in North America (Mar., $19.95) by Noble Proctor features more than 175 illustrations; includes a CD of 99 bird songs.
STERLING/CHAPELLE
Designer Scrapbooks with Brenda Walton (Mar., $24.95) by Brenda Walton is part of the Designer Scrapbook series, presenting 60 layouts as well as designs for cards, tags, frames and decorative boxes.
Kitschy Crafts: A Celebration of Overlooked 20th-Century Crafts (Mar., $19.95) by Jo Packham and Matt Shay takes a fond look back at crafts from the '40s to the '80s.
STEWART, TABORI CHANG/STC CRAFT
Knitting Nature: 39 Designs Inspired by Patterns in Nature (July, $29.95) by Norah Gaughan. Designs inspired by patterns in leaves, coral, seashells and more. 50,000 first printing.
TAUNTON PRESS
The Face of Home (Apr., $40) by Jeremiah Eck offers a fresh perspective on the most memorable aspect of any home—its exterior. Author tour.
THAMES HUDSON
Dive in Style (Apr., $40) by Tim Simond combines lifestyle inspiration with a practical guide to the universe of scuba diving.
TRAFALGAR SQUARE
And So to Bed... Handknits and Things (May, $22.95) by Lucinda Guy focuses on the bedtime theme with slippers, socks, dressing gowns, blankets and more. Crafter's Choice selection.
Knitting with Ribbon Yarn: 20 Beautiful Projects Using Vibrant Luxury Yarn (Apr., $29.95) by Tracy Chapman shows how to make 20 head-turning garments and accessories. Crafter's Choice main selection.
TUTTLE
Sri Lanka Style (June, $39.95) by Channa Daswatte demonstrates the essentials of the Sri Lankan lifestyle—spaces open to the environment and the natural use of space and decor.
UNIVERSE
Meow the Cat: Artlist Collection (Mar., $16.95) spotlights a wide variety of kitties in whimsical moments.
UNIV. OF NORTH CAROLINA PRESS
Pets in America: A History (Mar., $34.95) by Katherine C. Grier shows how the history of pets has evolved alongside changing ideas about human nature, child development and community life.
WATSON-GUPTILL
Cecil Hayes: 9 Steps to Beautiful Living—Dream, Design and Decorate Your Home with Style (Apr., $29.95) reveals the author's process for transforming a house into a dream home.
WILLOW CREEK PRESS
Eros & Equus: A Passion for the Horse (Apr., $29.95) by Laura Chester celebrates the horse in prose and poetry.
