Review
'The Crafting with Style! books serve as a vibrant, engaging series that empowers young readers to express their creativity through hands-on fashion and beauty projects. These instructional titles offer a well-rounded introduction to personal style through DIY crafts. Each book features eight unique projects that are both accessible and inspiring along with historical facts/background information. In Accessories, kids can learn how to help the planet and recycle old t-shirts by making a reusable t-shirt bag! Fashion features a truly unique fashion collection including a potato print top that was inspired by woodblock printing in ancient China. Readers will love the unique ways to style hair in Hairstyles including learning how to create hair tie extensions and flower headbands. One of the most unique crafts in Jewelry is the fabric scrap pendant. Nail Art offers a multitude of fun designs such as vertical strips, color splashes, and diagonal blocks. What sets this series apart are the colorful, step-by-step photos and instructions, easy list of instructions, a clear layout, and thoughtful tips that promote personal expression and creative problem-solving. Whether readers are budding designers or just looking for a fun weekend project, this series offers something for everyone. Perfect for kids who love to craft and express themselves, Crafting with Style! is not only educational but also a delightful celebration of individuality and creativity.', Alana Jara, District Librarian, Clear Lake Community School District,'This series encourages readers to express their style through crafting. Whether they are creating their style through accessories, room decor or nails, this series has step by step instructions on crafting and creating their style. Each book focuses on a different style element and includes eight crafts with instructions. The crafts use common items around the house and encourages the reader to reuse things when crafting. Material and tips are included with the step by step instructions as well as factual information pertaining to the craft. A glossary, index, and resources to learn more are included at the back of the book. Books reviewed in this series: Fashion, Accessories, Nail Art, Room Decor, Jewelry, and Hairstyles.', Amy Covey, South Sound Book Review Council, Washington
