Forsyth County Public Library: Do It Yourself: May 2026

New DIY books

Weaving with Paper: 30 Projects to Expand Your Creativity with Inventive Techniques, Intriguing Prompts, and Inspiring Works of Art
by Helen Hiebert

Paper artist Helen Hiebert shares 30 unique paper weaving projects with step-by-step instruction and inspirational prompts for developing a daily practice. Combining fiber art and paper craft techniques, paper weaving is accessible, sustainable, and fun. Each of the 30 projects in the book includes a prompt, a technique, step-by-step instruction, and examples of the project, and will inspire readers to repurpose, recycle, and reuse papers they may already have, like maps, postcards, holiday cards, or journals.

Raised-Bed Gardening for Dummies
by Teri Dunn Chace

In Raised-Bed Gardening For Dummies, experienced gardener and author, Teri Chace, shows you how to plan, design, build, maintain, and grow plants in raised bed environments. You'll learn exactly how to get started, from picking the right location and garden materials to choosing your plants, fruits, and veggies. The perfect book for people entirely new to gardening and interested in a fun, relaxing, and challenging new hobby, Raised-Bed Gardening For Dummies is also a must-read for would-be gardeners with limited space.

Clay: Easy Air-Dry Clay Projects to Make at Home
by Sarah Reeves

Have you always wanted to try your hand at pottery? With air-dry clay, you can learn how to create gorgeous items without the need for a kiln or expensive equipment. All you need is clay, a few tools and your imagination. Author and artist Sarah Reeves will guide you through everything you need to know to learn this fun and therapeutic craft.

Homesteading for Beginners: All the Tools You Need to Thrive Long Term
by Lisa Lombardo

Interested in raising crops and animals on your own land? Even on a plot as small as a quarter acre? Start here! Homesteading for Beginners walks you through everything you need to know about building your own homestead, offering a range of different projects and clear instructions on how to get them up and running--no experience required. From planting vegetables and fruit trees to keeping bees and chickens, learn how to transform your home into a sustainable and self-reliant space that reduces waste and puts food on your plate.

Beginner's Step-By-Step Coding Course: Learn Computer Programming the Easy Way
by DK

As technology continues to expand into every industry, programming and software development skills remain valuable and in demand. Taking the first steps in learning to code may seem daunting, but by using a graphic method to break code into small chunks, this book brings essential skills easily within reach. Each chapter explores one of the most popular languages, with practical programming projects to show you how programming works. Short, easy-to-follow steps then show you, piece by piece, how to build a complete program.

Raising Chickens for Dummies
by Kimberley Willis

Raising Chickens For Dummies, 3rd Edition shows you exactly how to get started on your own or improve the way you already raise your flock. The book gives you suggestions for raising healthy chickens in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way. You'll learn all about the different breeds of chicken, how to build and maintain your coops, relevant trends in chicken farming, and the essential products and technology that makes the process of raising chickens smooth and rewarding. You'll also find the critical safety and health info you need to keep yourself, your family, and your animals safe from disease and harm.

The Small Business Start-Up Kit: A Step-By-Step Legal Guide
by Peri Pakroo

Everything you need to venture into self-employment, as a freelancer or a business owner and operator. From planning and bookkeeping to marketing and more, The Small Business Start-Up Kit has you covered.

Drownproof: Eight Life Lessons to Keep Your Head Above Water
by Andy Stumpf

Drawing from his extensive military career, renowned Navy SEAL Andy Stumpf shares his hard-earned wisdom by reflecting on his own journey and offering advice to empower readers to avoid costly mistakes and navigate the complexities of life with confidence and purpose. In his down-to-earth, sometimes humorous but always honest voice, Stumpf's advice will help readers understand how they are in control of their destiny, grasp how preparation leads to execution, see the value of planning for the worst-case scenario, learn how to approach goals, realize why people actually fail and discover practical insights learned from the military that apply to all spheres of life.