An Early craft book

Instructions for making many kinds of cosmetics--lotions, creams, soaps, shampoos, bath oils, perfumes, potpourris, sachets, and pomanders--from familiar household substances.

Directions for making rocks into unique creatures by painting with enamels or acrylics. Includes suggestions for designs and for naming rock pets.

Discusses the history and techniques of fold-dyeing and tie-dyeing. Suggested paper and fabric projects include complete instructions.

Introduces the techniques and necessary tools for creating a variety of plaster and wax objects by making impressions in sand.

Describes the tools, materials, and techniques needed to make chokers, headbands, belts, key holders, medallions, leather pouches, Indian dolls, and other items out of leather.

Instructions for making percussion, wind, and stringed instruments from simple materials such as cartons, rubber bands, pop bottles, flower pots, and wood scraps.

A brief history of and recipes for the movable feast created by the Earl of Sandwich.

Instructions for setting up and maintaining an aquarium with advice on selecting fishes and plants.