All too often, arts and crafts are considered a simple pastime for housewives with nothing else to do but raise children and care for the home (as if these were small tasks ) Fortunately, new generations of artists and designers are increasingly putting craft techniques to use in their artwork and applying artistic techniques to create beautiful yet utilitarian objects. This book is for anyone aiming to create objects of beauty for everyday use in their own home or in the homes of friends and loved ones."