The perfect introduction to the fundamentals of woodworking for those with little or no experience. The book covers all of the principle skills necessary to ensure good results whether repairing an ex
Jean Nisbett’s classic volume gets a welcome update and expansion?making it a practical, accessible introduction to all the basics, with lavish images and easy-to-follow hints that help beginners sav
Following the huge success of her Miniature Embroidered Patchwork: Projects in 1/12 Scale, Margaret Major presents a comprehensive introduction to the exquisite art of miniature embroidery. She teach
“Serves as an introduction to the art...begins with a long look at the craft, plus detailed discussion of tools and selecting wood....Individual chapters are devoted to various types of carving
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
Learn how to light a fire without matches, build a shelter to sleep in, cook on a fire, hunt for bugs and much more. From essential bushcraft basics and Stone Age survival skills to joyful outdoor pla
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
The days of having leftover yarn left languishing in a cupboard are over. This book is the perfect partner to your remnants. With 100 fun, fabulous and frivolous projects to choose from, these little
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 bumper book features 75 tea cozies, from tasteful to totally frivolous, so you're sure to find something to inspire you. There's something to suit every personality and every home, from minimalis
A Halloween party isn't a Halloween party without some suitably freaky food to serve up to your friends! Tricky Treats is packed with sweet and savory recipes and ideas to make your Halloween party go
Learn the secrets to a collection of puzzling projects, designed to mystify and intrigue. There are 12 seemingly impossible woodturned puzzles to make - all with incredibly simple solutions, once you
This amazing collection of sea creatures to crochet will enchant children and adults alike. Inside this fun, colorful book there are 15 aquatic friends from all over the world to choose from, each wit
In this inspiring book, letter-carving expert Andrew Hibberd shares his techniques for carving letters on wood and Portland stone. You don't need to undertake a lengthy apprenticeship to get started w
The art of handcrafted stringing and linking jewelry is a fun and accessible way to create a range of stunning pieces from the comfort of your home. Whether you are looking to make jewelry for yoursel
The art of handcrafted wirework jewelry is a fun and accessible way to create a range of stunning pieces from the comfort of your home. Whether you are looking to make jewelry for yourself, or as uniq
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
Children of all ages will love these wonderful Amigurumi characters. Amigurumi is the popular Japanese art of making stuffed crocheted toys, which is easy to learn and fast to do. The yarn is worked w
What could be better than getting together with friends and getting creative? If you fancy stitching up some beautiful embroidery decorations on anything from napkins to chairs to wall hangings then t
There’s nothing like a homemade cake to celebrate a special occasion, especially where children are concerned, and no matter what that occasion, you’ll find something to fit the bill in this selection
To use a scented herbal soap is to partake of an element of ritual used down the centuries. Since time immemorial, aromatic oils, perfumes and herbs have been used to cleanse, anoint and scent the bod
Long ago, candles were a necessity of life, providing precious light after dark. Today, scented candles are often used to create a warm and relaxing atmosphere, and to flood a home with delightful fra
These 12 cute little characters are so simple to make, by adults or children – you can make them purely for fun and place them on an iced board, or use them to decorate a cake for someone you love. Ma
Learn how to use basic beading skills combined with wire, fabrics and a range of materials to make fashion jewelry from the comfort of your own home. This innovative book focuses on current fashion tr
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
This gorgeous collection of adorable animals to knit will enchant children and adults alike. Inside this fun, colourful book there are 15 backwoods beasties to choose from, each with its own distinct
Features 24 step-by-step projects of varying difficulty, appealing to a range of abilities. This title includes all the practical knowledge needed to get started. It also includes inspirational photog
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
For thousands of years mankind has created hollow forms to store either everyday objects or things of value - but functional objects can also be beautiful in their own right. This book aims to guide t
Guides the reader through the entire process of making their own made-to-measure wedding dress. This book includes information on equipment, fabrics, sewing techniques and how to work from patterns. I
Shows readers how to make the projects using pieces of wood from the scrap pile. Ranging from a simple serving platter to a beautiful bird box, this title includes a project to suit every level of exp
A collection of wild animal to crochet that can enchant children and adults alike. It features 15 feral friends from all over the world to choose from, each with a very distinct personality. The proje
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.
What’s cuter than baby toes and toddler piggies? The adorable handmade booties and slippers that cover them! This precious collection of 30 baby bootie and slipper projects to stitch, knit, or crochet
Whether you are a budding craftsman or seasoned woodworker this book and the accompanying DVD will show you everything you need to know, from the basic set-up and the fundamental techniques to how you
