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It's Too Cold to Be Outside ...

The days are getting colder, and sometimes it's just too dreary to go outside. When you're stuck inside, why not try out a new craft project, or pick up one of these beautiful baking cookbooks and whip up something delicious! Enjoy these suggestions? Looking for a new book to read? Book Match is a book recommendation program offered through AC Library. Check out the website at the top of the list to go to the Book Match page.

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  • Fill out a survey with information about your reading tastes, and one of our Matchmakers will send you a personalized reading list within two weeks. You can select a specific Matchmaker, or you can fill out a general survey and one of the…
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  • Scandikitchen

    Fika & Hygge : Comforting Cakes and Bakes From Scandinavia With Love

    Aurell, Brontë,
    Lovely photographs accompany the Scandinavian recipes in this book. So many of these desserts look absolutely delicious and the perfect accompaniment to a cup of coffee or tea.
    Book, 2016London ; New York : Ryland Peters & Small, 2016 — 641.5948 AURELL
  • Baking for the Holidays

    50+ Treats for a Festive Season

    Kieffer, Sarah,
    Interesting twists on holiday classic cookies, and sweet breads and pastries for a holiday brunch.
    Book, 2021San Francisco : Chronicle Books, [2021] — 641.568 KIEFFER
  • Bakeland

    Nordic Treats Inspired by Nature

    Hovland, Marit, 1985-
    This is very much an art and baking book combined into one. All of the recipes are works of art, and take inspiration directly from the natural world.
    Book, 2018Vancouver ; Berkeley : Greystone Books, [2018] — 641.86 HOVLAND
  • For those who love to seriously bake, and love a challenging recipe. The recipes have detailed instructions on how to make each type of pastry, and lots of photos accompany the instructions.
    Book, 2019Boston : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2019 — 641.865 CHANG
  • Midwest Made

    Big, Bold Baking From the Heartland

    Sever, Shauna,
    Focused on home baking, this has lots of appealing recipes from pies, to cookies, and pastries. Not always the simplest recipes to make, but they look delicious!
    Book, 2019Philadelphia : Running Press, 2019 — 641.815 SEVER
  • The Allergen-free Baker's Handbook

    How to Bake Without Gluten, Wheat, Dairy, Eggs, Soy, Peanuts, Tree Nuts, and Sesame

    Pascal, Cybele
    Do you have too many allergies and can't eat any of the baked goods at the parties? This is a fantastic cookbook that has recipes excluding common allergens such as Gluten, Wheat, Dairy, Eggs, Soy, Peanuts, Tree Nuts, and Sesame. You may even…
    Book, 2009Berkeley : Celestial Arts, c2009 — 641.56318 PASCAL
  • Loom Knitting

    Scarves, Hats, Bags & More ; 41 Simple and Snuggly No-needle Designs for All Loom Knitters

    Phelps, Isela
    Does knitting with needles intimidate you? This is a good starter book on learning how to knit with a loom. The only other thing you need is a knitting hook or tool. The book starts with basics of loom knitting and shows you how to making a variety…
    Book, 2012New York : St. Martin's Griffin, 2012, c2011 — 746.43204 PHELPS
  • Amigurumi on the Go

    30 Patterns for Crocheting Kids' Bags, Backpacks, and More

    Rímoli, Ana Paula, 1976-
    If you are a more advanced crocheter and want to make cute bags and pouches for your kids or yourself, this is a good go-to book. Each project will tell you what size the finished product will be, with step-by-step instructions and what color yarn…
    Book, 2012Bothell, WA, USA : Martingale, [2012] — 746.434 RIMOLI
  • Fun & Funky Cross Stitch

    160+ Designs, 5 Alphabets, 30 Bonus Gift Ideas

    This is a good book for beginners all the way to advanced crafters who dabble in cross stitch. Each of the projects will tell you the level as well as what materials you will need ahead of time and how to make the project. It even has the patterns…
    Book, 2021Lafayette, CA : C&T Publishing, [2021] — 746.443 FUN
  • Metal Clay 101 for Beaders

    Create Custom Findings, Beads, Embellishments & Charms

    Wick, Kristal, 1960-
    If you like to craft with metal, beaders and clay, this is a book for more advanced jewelery makers. There are many projects in this book that you can try your hand at if you feel up for the challenge.
    Book, 2013New York, NY : Lark Jewelry & Beading, [2013] — 746.5 WICK
  • Sweet & Simple Patchwork Gifts

    25 Charming Projects to Make Using Classic Quilt Motifs

    Arai, Hisako
    Do you like patchwork gifts? This is a book for people who have a basic knowledge of quilting. There are projects for you to work on such as pillows, blankets and more!
    Book, 2012New York : St. Martin's Griffin, 2012 — 746.46041 ARAI
  • Sticky Fingers

    DIY Duct Tape Projects

    Maletsky, Sophie,
    Duct Tape Crafts are fun and easy to do. Whether you are a teen or a hip adult! This book ranges from a wide variety of projects starting with quick crafts, moving to wearable duct tape and ending on room organizers. There are so many more projects.…
    Book, 2013San Francisco, CA : Zest Books, [2013] — Teen 745.5 MALETSKY