The Making It Guide to Crafting

by Creators of Making It, Nick Offerman (Foreword)

A compendium of crafting inspiration and instruction from the creators of ABC’s competition series Making It—featuring twenty-five projects. With the all-star duo of Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman leading the way with puns, advice, and good vibes, Making It became the competition series we didn’t know we needed, stealing our hearts and encouraging our most creative ideas. Now the show’s creators are at it again with this in-depth looks at some of the best DIY crafts from the show and inspired by the Makers themselves. Introductions to woodworking, fiber arts, paper crafts, and more will enable you to experiment and customize your own creations at home. And the projects are accessible to all skill levels, so you can get just as crafty as the Makers did. This crafting guide will inspire and energize you to DIY whatever you put your mind to.

Genres: Nonfiction, Crafts, Reference

192 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 12, 2022

Reviews

[Cheryl]

Some of these crafts look fun and doable. I really wish that I had access to the recipe for the paper flower bouquet back when I had the resources to complete it, as it does look like something that I could have had fun with.

Skimmed August 2022

[Archi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just like rewatching the show!

[(a)lyss(a) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun guide, but the paperback may be more helpful than the digital version.

This is a fun read!

Modeled after some of the projects in the show and a few new projects there's a variety in this book. There are some patterns in the back, which is why having a paper copy might be helpful.

Some of the projects are pretty straightforward and some are a little more complicated. There's projects from making patches, mounting a unicorn head, and making your own paper plate pinata. Some of the instructions could be a bit clearer, but there are tips throughout the book.

Overall not a bad find.

[Ligaya · Rating 2 out of 5]

I don't know the show at all but I do know Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman and I love most all things crafty. I was disappointed with this one because many of the projects are fairly useless. Felt food? Dream-Home Piggy Bank? A lot of these crafts can be done with kids but that's not what I was expecting. There's not a lot of polish here and I worry about the durability of many (Submarine Mailbox, Animal House). I do hope the Painted Tile Art project pops up in my brain next time I have a bathroom floor to retile, though. I think that's the level of craft I was looking for...

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Like the TV show that this book is based on, there’s lots to enjoy here: a warm, funny, and inspiring introduction by Nick Offerman, short essays from selected makers that give you a peek at their creative philosophies, and beautifully photographed projects. However, I would’ve appreciated a greater emphasis on reusing materials or working with what people already have at home. I also wanted to hear from even more of the fabulous makers, but maybe there’s a second book in the works.

[Charity (Booktrovert Reader) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really great craft book modeled after the creators of the show.

There are a range of projects that can be geared towards kids or a more advanced adult can do.

I wish there was more step-by-step photos instead of written instructions on some of the projects.

Overall, not a bad book for some crafty projects.

[Tory · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good introduction to various crafts, including descriptions of basic craft supplies and instructions for projects made with paper, textiles, wood, and tiles. Geared towards the novice craftsperson, the projects are uncomplicated and the steps are explained well.

[Cory · Rating 2 out of 5]

I admit that I skimmed this instead of reading it. I love this show, but none of the projects here were ones that I wanted to make. And I probably would have enjoyed the profiles of crafters, but I didn't have time to read them all.

[Melanie Godecki · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun intro to making all kinds of stuff. Great photos and easy to follow instructions.

[H · Rating 3 out of 5]

An ok craft book.

[Mckinley · Rating 2 out of 5]

Variety of craft projects.

[Sandy · Rating 1 out of 5]

I really enjoy the show and I do like the concept of this book but it just wasn't what I was hoping. Yet it is exactly what was advertised.

[Rini P · Rating 4 out of 5]

quirky and cute pretty straight-forward diy crafts. most would be kid-friendly to try.

[NayDoubleU · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting

Pretty interesting crafts and ideas. Everything seemed super simple and easy to do and follow along with direction wise. Great photos

[Katherine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very sweet and uplifting craft guide designed to encourage and empower everyone to craft. I gave it three stars because I don’t plan on making any of the projects.

[Tiffany T · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the mailbox and crafts for kids

Brilliant creative and fun! Love the selection of crafting and artistic design ideas. Makes me want to put a unicorn on my wall.

[Abby P. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a fan of the TV show & now the book! Lots of cool craft designs for all skill levels. I’ll definitely be making a few pieces in the future.

[Perkimom · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun, but didn’t find anything I wanted to try.