Exquisitely designed and beautifully photographed, Fabric Crafts by Zelda Grant contains 15 surprisingly simple projects--surprising because the book is so lushly produced that at a glance the objects seem far more elaborate than they really are. In fact, more experienced crafters will probably wish the author had included a few more challenging projects, like the wonderful wall hangings and tote bags showcased in the "idea gallery." Novice crafters, however, will find a wealth of inspiration here. Sewing phobics can glue their way to lovely items like a leopard-print frame adorned with feathers and buttons, an elephant-safari lamp shade, a Far East fabric-covered journal, or an African mud cloth box. And even those with only the most minimal sewing skills can manage projects such as the pieced Caribbean Sky pillow or the rubber-stamped tropical fish table linens. As the project titles make evident, the book has a pleasing fusion-style flavor, and it lives up to the author"s promise that this is a "conversation in creativity." --Amy Handy