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Making pipe cleaner pets. / by Colleen. Dorsey; Minoru Suwa ; Takashi Morito - East Petersburg, PA : Design Originals, an imprint of Fox Chapel Publishing, 2012. - 87 pages; illustrations (some color); 28 cm.

Includes index.

"Twist, bend, and shape pipe cleaners into 23 different dog breeds with Making Pipe Cleaner Pets. This book shows readers how to craft a realistic pipe cleaner likeness of their favorite pooch, using only a few colorful chenille stems and some inexpensive craft supplies. Kids and adults alike will enjoy making these quirky canines. Inspiring high-quality photos illustrate the petite pups that can be made for each breed. Each well-organized project includes step-by-step instructions, bend-by-bend illustrations, and stem measurements to aid in creating the perfect doggie. The easy-to-learn techniques require no complex knotting, just simple knots, twists and curls, and a dab of glue. Popular featured breeds include Boston Terriers, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Chihuahuas, Dachshunds, French Bulldogs, Labrador Retrievers, Miniature Schnauzers, Pomeranians, Pugs, Shih Tzu, Toy Poodles, and many more. The authors include instructions for customizing the wiry woofers, plus tips for turning the dogs into clever accessories like necklaces and barrettes"-- "Presents instructions for making 23 different breeds of dogs out of pipe cleaners (chenille stems) using just glue, a few small accessories, and simple wrapping and bending techniques"--

ISBN: 9781574215106 1574215108

Standard No.: 023863054317

LCCN: 2013017298

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Pipe cleaner craft--Juvenile literature.
Dogs in art--Juvenile literature.
Dogs--Juvenile literature.
Handicraft--Juvenile literature.

LC Class. No.: TT880 / .M68613 2012

Dewey Class. No.: 745.592