This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of this fun and creative craft. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make. You'll
Helps you learn everything you need to get started, including how to do the basic stitches, read charts and patterns, and finish off your work. This book presents a range of techniques - including dou
If you've always wanted to up sewing but didn't know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of
This book shows you how to tie 50 knots! Some have been chosen for their fame, some for their beauty, and some because they are knots that everyone should know how to tie. On every great theme, there
This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of using a sewing machine. You'll learn everything you need to get started, including basic machine stitches, making sea
Cushions are the perfect way to add comfort and style to any home. A few carefully chosen pillows can cheer up a dull interior, but a cheap, mass-producted offering simply can't match the quality and
Taking inspiration from our bewhiskered companions, big and small, this book is packed with gorgeous jewelry and accessories to make. This inspiring new title shows how to make 20 stunning items, all
This is the ultimate go-to quilting guide for the complete beginner – no prior knowledge of quilting, or even sewing, is assumed. Ten fully illustrated techniques are included, covering everything a n
Taking inspiration from some of the prettiest forms in nature, this book is packed with jewellery and accessories to make. It shows how to make 20 items, all with a flower motif, with clear step-by-st
Wish you could sew? Really sew? This how-to-sew guide for the absolute beginner is the answer. Simple, straightforward, and beautifully illustrated, How to Sew offers a step-by-step approach to sewing
Geared toward those with no or little experience, teaches key knitting stitches and techniques, and complements each tutorial with a project that puts newly-learned skills to the test.
Considered to be one of the most beautiful ways to finish wood, French polishing is virtually unique in that polish applied today will adhere to polish first applied a hundred years ago. This book lea
Aimed at complete beginners to jewellery making, this title is suitable for all accessory angels and craft-a-holics. Whether you want to make a sentimental statement, create some bling or upcycle quir
Full of charm and personality, these 30 knitted finger puppets will appeal to children of all ages. Russell Ringmaster, Pixie Pete, Doctor Destiny, and other delightful characters are fun and easy to
Magpie books are ideal for all those who can’t get enough of ?shiny, pretty things’ and would love to learn how to make sweet, fun and funky pieces of jewellery for themselves, friends and family. Her
Pots have been around since the dawn of civilization--but it's safe to say there have never been pots like these: funny, funky, surprisingly practical yarn containers knitted and crocheted in all shap
Create 30 sensuous beauty delights! These all-natural treats are perfect for what ails you, with recipes to suit every mood and soothe every part of the body. Pamper yourself from head to toe with la
Give your mug a hug-a knitted wrap to cover a cup and help keep coffee or tea nice and warm. They're colorful, fast and fun to make, and great for using up all those leftover odds and ends of yarn. B
Candles make a wonderful addition to any home and garden and now you can learn how to make your own in a range of delightful scents. This book shows the basic techniques of how to make pillar, floatin
Tea lovers know there’s nothing better than a cozy to keep a tasty brew piping hot to the very last sip. There’s also no better way to prettify a plain pot or cheer up the tea table. The first tea cos
What does the well-dressed coffee pot wear? All knitters are sure to have their favorite among the 30 colorful, fun designs in this great new addition to the popular Cozy series. The cozies—all
An essential accessory for your favorite teapot and the ultimate in homely comfort: tea cozies are a feel-good and fun way to enjoy tea! With many quirky examples to knit and crochet, culled from the
Adults and children alike with love this collection of absolutely adorable knitted hats, including a funky fox, huggable bear and an elegant grasshopper. There's a whole range of delightful designs -
Slippers make a superb gift, and home-made ones are the best. Making your own slippers is ideal – you can make them to fit the wearer perfectly and add your own personal touch. This book has projects
With a selection of jewellery pieces and accessories, this book is packed full of fun creatures that will come to life. Using a variety of materials and techniques, it includes projects such as: polym
Warm, wooly, cute, classic, traditional, funky—whatever your style, there’s a tea cozy to fit your sensibility and teapot. Now you can make your very own cozies with the step-by-step instructions in T
Sunny and chirping, birds make us smile. They remind us that spring is here, that the early one catches the worm, and that with wings we can soar. What better icon to incorporate into the jewelry we w
A party isn't a party without cake and if decorated cupcakes are being served up it's sure to be a fabulous success. This collection of ingenious cupcakes has decorations ideal for a wide range of cel
Offers clearly presented, easy-to-follow patterns for making cute keyrings and charms that make great gifts. Part of the "Cozy" series, this title features 30 projects. It includes projects such as: R
Helps you give your outfit a head start with a stylish and individual hand-made hair accessory. From a seaside headdress to a vintage button hairslide, this title includes projects that use objects su
The 30 unique cupcake projects in this fabulous collection are bright, cheerful, and fun--the perfect centerpiece for any party, and sure to delight all ages. The cute and clever offerings include a b
Tatting--a form of handmade lace--is simple to do, and portable: you can take the equipment anywhere. That includes this new edition of Tatting Collage, featuring a lay-flat concealed spiral binding t
There's nothing like a handmade brooch to put a beautiful finishing touch on an outfit--and now anyone can create a unique piece of jewelry in just a few simple steps. Brooches & Pins explains how
These 30 hats, from the classic and chic to the cute and quirky, will delight knitters and put the perfect finishing touch on any outfit. Many of the brilliantly imaginative designs were created by re
This fun and fabulous collection of scarves will make you reach for your needles and get stitching right away. Scarves is packed with 30 colorful projects that are easy, fast, and enjoyable to knit. A
Here is another great title in the successful "Cozy"...series. It features 30 easy-to-make, fun and fabulous cake-decoration characters, ideal for that special celebration. Whatever the occasion, the
Finger puppets are a great way to entertain kids on a rainy day,and they make adorable gifts, too. And crocheters will have as much fun making these whimsical little characters as kids will hav
Either as treats for yourself or gifts for loved ones, these 30 decorative soaps are delights to make, use, and show off in the bathroom. From La Vie en Rose, a heart-shaped soap with rose oil,
On a cold night, nothing’s more comforting than a hot-water bottle—but a cozy cover is essential if you don’t want to burn your toes! Anyone who has a boring, naked “hottie
Throw out those holey old horrors and treat your feet with these inspiring toe-warmers! No need to wear boring socks when this attractive collection is simply packed with unique and wonderful designs
