Quick and Easy Crafts is a new series of practical books aimed at crafters with little or no knowledge of the subjects. Each title in the series takes a popular craft and illustrates how easy it is to create simple and stylish items. Each book contains 15 step-by-step projects, all with clear instructions and photographs and includes useful tips throughout. The finished item is photographed in full colour and many of the projects include a variation or alternative design idea. A comprehensive Basics section at the beginning of each book gives essential information on tools and materials and important techniques. Greetings Cards is full of quick, wonderful ideas for cards for all occasions including Christmas, Valentine's Day, anniversary and new baby. The projects cover many techniques including rubber-stamping, stencilling, glass painting, silk painting and wirework. With its easy-to-follow approach and contemporary design, this craft series allows the reader to create fabulous, unique projects at home for a fraction of the retail cost.