"A must-have woodworking book for both aspiring and advanced crafters and DIYers, Making Custom Signs in Wood will show you everything you need to know to create beautifully handmade scroll saw art and wooden signs Featuring comprehensive opening sections on...
"Straw plaiting has been used to make accessories from hats and baskets to handbags, trimmings and homewares around the world for centuries. Once employing tens of thousands of people in the UK alone, the craft is now listed as Critically Endangered on...
"Rules to style? There are none. For each of us, our style is our visual autobiography. A remix of all kinds of things we've seen, heard and felt. It's about self-knowledge instead of rules and restrictions. A self-portrait we create every day. It's different...
""You will find 25 fabulous cross stitch designs made by Japanese designer Kyoko Maruoka. There are various designs including animals, flowers, animals, flowers, foods, weather, space, people, scenery, dolls, houses in delicate colours. All designs can be...
"In Colourwork in the Round, discover different colourwork techniques using circular needles, which are becoming increasingly popular among knitting enthusiasts due to their advantages over traditional double-pointed needles; they are more comfortable,...
"Make your very own personalized cross-stitch pieces by combining these "ready-to-go" patterns with the included tips and tricks for customization. Customize Your Cross-Stitch: Friends and Family by Lizzy Dabczynski-Bean and the team at Stitch People is the...
"Learn a variety of lettering styles perfect for signs, invitations, journaling, and so much more! Handwriting style conveys meaning beyond just the written words. Letters can be made with straight or curvy lines, be wildly embellished, adorned with leaves and...
"Capture the spirit of a cosy Nordic Christmas with eleven crocheted decorations to create. Nordic Christmas Crochet is a mix of classic and modern-style Christmas decorations, based on the simple, natural, Nordic aesthetic that characterises Krea Deluxe, the...
"Break the rules with a sewing style that's all about irresistibly rough edges, uneven stitching and mismatched fabric! Step into the studio of popular textile designer Poppy Treffry, as she demonstrates how to create quirky, fun and memorable sewing projects...
"This book carefully selects 20 contemporary embroidery artists and showcases their delicate artworks together with in depth and thematic interviews, making it not only a feast for the eyes but a practical guidebook for those who are looking to be inspired. It...
"Discover a trove of upcycling ideas and inspiration, with this collection of projects from upcycling influencer Emma Foss. She shares detailed, step-by-step tutorials to teach you essential upcycling techniques so you can create something out of nothing....
"Become your own mad scientist and knit to life the quirky characters and creepy costumes inspired by Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas"--Publisher's description.
"Experience the magic of knitting in the first-ever Lord of the Rings knitting guide, featuring more than 25 patterns inspired by the mythical world of Tolkien's Middle-earth"--Publisher's description.
"A collection of beginner-friendly knitting patterns for Foxy, a stylish urban fox, and his friends: Lolly the Cat; Sasha the Dog; Banjo the Bear; Rodney the Raccoon and Echo the Arctic Fox. Follow Foxy and his friends as they set off on adventures near and...
"The first and only comprehensive overview of Givenchy's collections, presented through catwalk photography and published in collaboration with the celebrated fashion house. Founded by the dashing Hubert de Givenchy in 1952, the house would go on to symbolize...
"Stitch a handmade crochet wardrobe with this collection of fun makes to wear. The granny stitch is most often associated with the granny square but this collection shows how it can be used to make everything from sweaters to scarves. There are 12 projects to...
"This collection of 25 knitted animal toys features all the animal patterns that have published in the author's previous two titles and include Hugo the Zebra, Olivia the Elephant, Theo the Lion, Sophie the Tiger and Edward the Sloth as more domestic animals...
"A collection of 100 patterns for teeny tiny crochet amigurumi, microgurumi, by Steffi Glaves, author of '100 Micro Crochet Motifs'"--Publisher's description.
"Step into the tiny world of modern miniatures with this collection of tutorials for 50 modern dollhouse furnishing makes. Create your fantasy interior on a tiny scale with these step-by-step instructions for contemporary dollhouse projects including the most...
"Master the exquisite stitches of whitework, and learn to combine them to create different textures and tones within beautiful designs. Whatever their level of experience. Includes an introduction to fabric, threads and equipment, as well as framing up , A...
"Defy trends and unlock your personal style with How To Be Fabulous, a new breed of fashion guide that dives into the world of pre-loved clothing and inspires you to get creative on any budget. Learn all the insider tips and tricks from ex-vintage dealer,...
"The debut book in Katie Piper's UnSeen series looks at fashion model's Ellie Goldstein's astounding journey as she overcomes adversity and makes history by becoming the first supermodel with Down Syndrome to represent prestigious brands, such as Gucci and...
"With 100% wool hand dyed felt woodland characters and over 20 original knitted and fabric outfits and accessories ‘The Wild Wood” provides all the inspiration and know-how needed to bring these beautiful characters to life. you will find... Felt Rabbit...
"In this book, Let's Travel, I'm thrilled to be able to bring to you a selection of landscape themed designs which I'm sure will inspire your next sewing project. From quaint cottages and gardens, to coastal shorelines, city scapes, wintery scenes, and...
"Dirty James Vintage Style captures the eclectic world of curated, stylish antiques and old wares found in the much-loved Dirty James emporiums or Bowral and Canberra. The emporiums are a treasured 'happy place' for all who visit. In Dirty Janes Vintage Style...
"The Untamed Thread takes you inside Fleur Woods' contemporary fibre art studio in rural Aotearoa New Zealand, where her practice is as untamed as the natural landscape that inspires her -- free of rules, guided by intuition and joy in the process. Embracing...
"Introduces an original take on floral design that teaches us to see the world anew. Based on Lindsey Taylor's popular Wall Street Journal column 'Flower School,' on its surface this book demonstrates how Taylor creates stunning but achievable floral...
"The story of a young girl who transformed herself from an impoverished orphan to one of the wealthiest and most famous women in the world, this book features images and photographs of Chanel's many iconic contributions to women's fashion such as Chanel No. 5...
"Crochet 20 cute amigurumi animals to love and delight. Discover 20 brand-new projects in this stylish new edition of the best-selling Twenty to Make series. Filled with 20 adorable animals to crochet and love, this book has a cute character for everyone...
"Knit 20 adorable hats to keep your little one cozy. This cute and colourful book contains a range of hats, with design styles that will appeal to every knitter. The 20 designs fall into four categories: basic beanies; animal hats; food hats and quirky hats....
"With this book Giorgio Armani—the “king” of Italian fashion and one of the most recognized designers in the world—retraces, in his own words, his life, work, and thoughts. This is the only autobiographical text written by designer Giorgio Armani, in which he...
"The Repair Shop - with regular viewing figures of 7 million in the UK alone - has cemented itself as a BBC classic series in the vein of Antiques Roadshow. This new book focuses on the crafts which the experts specialize in, from woodwork and ceramics to...
"Blend a love of collage with a love of quilting, and you get beautifully collaged quilts dedicated to preserving a moment of time in your life. Use your memories, photos, or other images to create captivating pieces of art that you can hang on a wall, wear,...
"Pokémon Cross Stitch provides full color charts for you to stitch 20 different Pokémon in a wide range of poses-with over 50 patterns to choose from. It's a varied selection, with plenty of interesting colors and shapes to ensure hours of cross stitching...
"Embroidery: Threads and Stories from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making mixes lessons in sewing, design, and embroidery with Natalie Chanin's engaging, personal story of the evolution of Alabama Chanin and the indelible mark the techniques she pioneered...
"Small in size, but big in design and holiday fun, each of these small, portable projects can be created in no more than a few hours. Crochet one or two for quick handmade ornaments, or create one of Kreiner's Christmas themed ornament sets such as The North...
"Ikuntji Textiles outlines and explores the development of the Ikuntji Artists textiles designs, the female artists and their stories, and the collaborations that have taken place since the formation of the art centre. This full-colour publication gives an...
"The elegance of the Little Black Dress. The simplicity of the Breton shirt. The luxury of the fragrance. These signatures exemplify the image of Chanel. Bringing to life the story and designs of Gabrielle Chanel, the most influential couturiere in the history...
"The practical, indispensible, inspirational guide that every embroiderer needs. Compact enough to travel alongside your needles and threads, this is also a sumptuous visual guide to needlecraft, allowing you to embroider whatever you want, wherever you want....
"Developed since the sixth century, practiced by the royal elite and Buddhist scholars, and packed with spiritual meaning, Japanese calligraphy has its own style: simple, elegant, and gentle. Starting with a history section that illuminates thousands of years...
"With Art Makers: Empowered Embroidery, learn to sketch and stitch strong, recognizable women from all walks of life. Featuring sketching and illustration instructions, basic stitches, embroidery techniques, and 10 projects with portraits of famous women, this...
"French designer Ronan Bouroullec works at the very forefront of design. Over his 20-year career he has used photography to document his process and communicate his unique perspective, amassing a vast archive of images in the process. He shares these images on...
"A beginner's guide to modern raised stitches, 3D Embroidery is a curated collection of over 30 raised embroidery stitches and techniques, taught within the context of 20 in-hoop embroidery projects. The patterns featured offer contemporary designs for today's...
"Mandalas are often associated with spirituality or the soul. They are considered as universal symbols, tools for reflection or self-expression, or pieces of art that represent or connect people with their inner selves or the lives they wish to lead. Emily...
"With Special Effects Lettering and Calligraphy, youll learn to master a variety of lettering styles and gorgeous mediums to create amazing lettering art. This fun, colorful, and inspiring guide for lettering enthusiasts at all levels of experience is written...
"Embark on the fragrant floral journey of celebrated florist Jeff Leatham's award-winning flower arrangements and installations that he has created throughout his illustrious career. Featuring celebrated florist Jeff Leatham's favorite flower arrangements from...
"From Pucci's psychedelic patterns to Iuter's skate-inspired prints: how Italian designers have led innovations in textiles throughout the 20th century The dynamic geometrical patterns of Emilio Pucci; the dazzling trompe-l'oeil effects of Roberta di Camerino;...
"A gorgeous collection of 40 cute crochet blocks to make into decorations, homewares, blankets and more! From the author of Modern Granny Squares and Block by Block Crochet. Create 40 beginner-friendly granny squares featuring all your favorite animal friends....
"Join the roving Rabbit family, Ramona, Raymond, Rachel and Rafael, on their outbound adventures! Pack your suitcase full of crochet hooks and yarn, and head for the snowy mountains of the North, then the balmy beaches of the South. Crochet the whole adorable...
"Stitch 18 petite quilts packed with style!Best-selling author Kim Diehl is at it again with spectacular, small, and scrappy projects. In the third book of her Simple series, Kim continues to delight you with helpful Extra Snippet tips, tried-and-true...
"Vintage is gold to contemporary quilters, and for good reason. This guide from the quilt world's expert in vintage shares the how-tos, inspirations, and ideas to make your project work! The "make do" trend means incorporating vintage items—cute 1950s...
"An illustrated exploration of the story behind Vivienne Westwood and her iconic fashion house"--Publisher's description.
"The first Sports Banger retrospective, published to celebrate the ten-year anniversary of the anarchic, genre-bending cult fashion house. Sports Banger is a genre-defying, boundary-breaking fashion collective run by Jonny Banger, who interrogates British pop...
"52 Weeks of Easy Knits is a contemporary collection of 52 uncomplicated knitting patterns, ranging from beanies, mittens and scarves to sweaters, socks and cardigans, from Nordic knitting experts Laine. For people who are picking up needles for the very first...
"From longtime fashion director, consultant, media personality, and author, Hal Rubenstein, comes a fascinating and witty, lavishly designed guide to the most influential displays of fashion on television from the 1950s to today, revealing the surprising ways...
"Created to suit your dog's individual needs, the 16 knitted patterns--including sweaters, neckerchiefs, and snoods--can be sized up or down to suit a range of small to medium sized breeds. And for those pooches who like to play, there are also chew toys and...
"Making use of the Japanese amigurumi technique to sculpt robust shapes with yarn, every piece of food becomes acute and whimsical character. For health food fans there is an array of wholesome fruit and vegetables, while those who like to indulge can recreate...
"Embrace the creativity of precut quilt projects that will have you quilting in a flash. Mix and match 12" blocks across 15 quilt projects, including those from Playful Precut Quilts"--Publisher's description.
"Join Niina Laitinen on a journey around the world through gorgeous new knitting patterns. This book contains 20 sock patterns inspired by places and cities around the world, drawing on ancient stories, memorable sights and fond memories of the author's own...
"Crochet expert Ashley Parker leads you through the basics of successfully working with faux fur yarns. Ashley shares her invaluable tips and tricks for using this yarn type, and clearly explains everything you need to get started, building your confidence and...
"Sew cuddly comfort toys to love and last for a lifetime! There are 24 dolls and toys to make, for very young children all the way up to adults. The cast of dolls and toys are intended as fast friends from early childhood - including a marmot plushie and a...
"From Alisha and Roisin McDonnell, the entrepreneurs behind Sew Botanical, Embroidery: Learn in a Weekend isan easy way to get into this popular craft--with instructions, templates, and contemporary projects that will guide you along the way. Embroidery covers...
"Using natural materials in textile art is way of connecting a place directly with its artistic representation, but it also makes the artist tap into and observe the true rhythms of the natural world: the seasons, the weather and time. Incorporating...
"Crocheted items for babies and toddlers are quick and satisfying to make as well as being rewarding to give. In this beautiful and practical collection, expert crafter Laura Strutt shows you how to make 35 rainbow-coloured projects that will be enjoyed by...
"Crochet yourself into the Christmas spirit with these 30 gorgeous patterns for decorations, festive outerwear and personal gifts. Just grab your hook and this book and get cracking. You'll have Christmas decorations and gifts sorted for many years to come,...
"The history of Dior as seen through the mythical Parisian address of 30, avenue Montaigne, home to the House's headquarters and ateliers. Celebrating 30, avenue Montaigne, this sophisticated volume-published on the occasion of the House's 75th anniversary in...
"The iconic Danish brand Knitting for Olive is known and loved throughout the Nordic countries and beyond for their contemporary yet classic knitting designs. This book contains 20 gorgeous, accessible knitting patterns for women, and includes both brand new...
"This book features 500 innovative knitting stitch patterns. The stitches are divided into sections by type of stitch: texture, lace, cables, flower and leaf patterns, bobbles, lifted stitches, Fair Isle, intarsia, borders, and more"--Publisher's description.
"If you're already an avid collector of flea market finds, or eager to start a vintage business, or you simply enjoy the beauty of time worn objects, Michelle Mason's hands-on approach to collecting will help inspire your finds, offer ideas on how to showcase...
"With step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography, you'll be able to make all the most enduring characters from Beatrix Potter's world. Knit Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny, Flopsy Bunny, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, Mr. Jeremy Fisher, Tom...
"20 cross-stitch designs in Gail Bussi's signature chalk art style, featuring garden flowers and wildlife, many with inspirational words of encouragement. Each project includes chart, finished photo, materials, and full instructions"--Publisher's description.
"Practical ideas for rewilding your creative practice. Internationally renowned textile artist Jeanette Appleton takes both budding and more experienced felters through a series of ideas for working with nature to nurture creativity, inspire, and make us more...
"Dover's extensive library of Art Nouveau graphic art and typography serves as the source for this comprehensive volume, which features hundreds of magnificent full-color and black-and-white illustrations. Images by virtually every key artist of the Art...
"Welcome to Punch Needle Toys, a collection of cute and cuddly toys made using punch needle embroidery. Punch needle embroidery is a technique usually used to create homewares such as cushion covers and wall hangings, but this unique collection includes...
"Learn the skills of making leather goods from a master. This practical guide to leatherwork explains how with a small collection of tools, some leather and a little space you can make bespoke quality items. It introduces the whole process of working with...
"It is a wonderful thing to bring an Impkin to life with hook and yarn, and herein you will find the detailed instructions necessary to craft one, with an endless array of options for ears, antennae, hats, wings, tails, scales, horns, hairstyles, clothing, and...
"Leading British shoe designer Sophia Webster is known for her sense of fun, playful and feminine touches - but less well known is the story behind the shoes, and how Sophia juggled a fledgling business with a young family, turning her love of drawing into a...
"Whether you are new to floristry or have been at it long enough to see carnations come in and out of fashion more times than the mullet, it's easy to fall in love and stay in love with flowers. For Kristen Griffith-VanderYacht, flowers are...
"Did you know that you are a glorious and incredible artist? Wait, really? Well, you are. Through silly and deeply relatable tales from her life, Sam Reece, founder of the Shitty Craft Club, guides you through dozens of craft projects that give you permission...
"One of the original big Parisian couture houses, alongside the likes of Dior and Chanel, Pierre Balmain reigned supreme over the 1950s fashion world with his spectacular and intricate evening wear. Now, in the twenty-first century, Balmain's ultra-modern look...
"Take up your hook and with the expert guidance of crochet and amigurumi expert Sarah-Jane Hicks, recreate the wonderful world of Aardman Animations' beloved twosome, Wallace & Gromit and their friends and foes"--Publisher's description.
"Featured inside you will find five projects to try, helpful hints to assist you along the way, and a gallery of finished quilts. This book contains the rich history of the Pinecone quilt as well as instructions on how to create your own pinecone quilt,...
"Irresistible Felted Baby Animals shows you how to bring out the playfulness and wide-eyed innocence of sweet young creatures of backyards, barnyards, woodlands and seas from all over the world.This new collection by Sachiko Susa, the author of the bestselling...
"Take your knitting to the next level with Knitting Stitches Step by Step. Whatever your knitting ability, this essential guide will help you master a huge range of techniques and patterns, including colourwork, textural patterns, and openwork and lace...
"Clothes are like songs. Just as hearing certain music brings back particular memories, so it is with certain outfits. This book tells the stories behind some of my favourite clothes, both on and off the stage, and I hope it will inspire you to celebrate your...
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