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More than 40 fantastic, quick and easy cosmic knitting projects to makeTake your knitting to infinity and beyond and create an entire universe of cute and quirky cosmic toys. Bestselling author Sachiy

Over 20 luminous mandalas designs to stitch by master embroiderers Hazel Blomkamp and Di van Niekerk and fine artist Monique Day-Wilde.When top artists from various disciplines collaborate, the result is bound to be greater than the sum of the individuals' skills. In this unique book, master embroiderers Hazel Blomkamp and Di van Niekerk have come together with fine artist Monique Day-Wilde to create a collection of luminous designs inspired by the beauty and mysticism of mandalas.Using Monique's original mandala designs as their templates, Hazel and Di have adorned the rounded outlines with creative surface embroidery using a wide range of stitches and techniques in stunning combinations. From simple, monochromatic line patterns to colorful and flamboyant bead-and-thread fusions, the embroidered mandalas will inspire and delight everyone from beginners to the most experienced.Throughout the book the authors share plenty of ideas and tips, and offer instruction with a fresh approach to

The new and up-to-date edition of the popular and comprehensive pottery book by ceramics expert Peter CosentinoThe new and up-to-date edition of the popular and comprehensive pottery book by ceramics

Knit your farmyard! You can make anything from a farmer and children to a horse, cow, pig and sheep, as well as a vegetable garden to sustain them, along with a country cottage, a barn and a pony and

Ann Small’s imaginative use of cutting and manipulating techniques, and her layering and colouring tricks, makes this your ‘go-to’ guide for bringing form and texture to your fabric work. This book is

Award-winning artist Fraser Scarfe's landscapes are firmly rooted in realism; stripped of imagined and inflated concepts of light and nature; and instead bursting with the unsentimental atmosphere and drama of reality. This book will help you learn to see with fresh eyes the landscape around you, and reveal that beauty in your own landscape work.This book is a full and practical guide to all aspects of landscape painting, and is packed with inspiring finished artwork, advice and clear instruction from a master artist.

This stylish and beautifully photographed book contains 27 knitted mitten patterns for women and men. The book is split into seasons, with eight pairs for spring and summer, seven pairs for fall and t

All drawing is based on the construction of simple lines and shapes, and this easy-to-follow book teaches how to draw short-haired and long-haired cats and kittens in easy, step-by-step stages. Inclu

8 fabulously beautiful whitework embroideries to stitch, from some of the world's most talented designers and the world's leading embroidery magazine.Whitework embroidery traditionally features beauti

Learn how to do Tunisian crochet and make 10 fabulously stylish projects for you and your home.Tunisian crochet is a great way of producing stunningly creative textiles and Emma Guess shows you how in

An indepth, practical guide to the exquisitely detailed textile art of Chloe GiordanoThis stunning and inspiring book walks you through Chloe Giordano's unique way of working and provides sumptuous ga

Immerse yourself in the ancient craft of of green woodworking by making the tools you need as well as nine useful objects.Take your woodworking out of the workshop and into the forest, and immerse you

Learn how to embroider all the components of a country garden and then use this knowledge to create six exciting projects to keep.Experienced embroidery teacher Lorna Bateman is passionate about teach

Renowned watercolourist David Bellamy shares his passion for painting seas and shorelines in this inspiring and practical book. There is advice on finding subjects and painting the different moods of

The next inspiring instalment by artist and architect Klau Meir-Pauken, showing you how to sketch our industrial, hustling, urban world - and discover your inner artist.Reawaken the art of our ancesto

20 patterns for gorgeous, quick and easy cute pocket pets in fleecy yarnMake your own collection of irresistibly cute knitted animals in beautifully soft, fleecy yarn. This gorgeous knitting book for

A beautiful, practical course to life drawing, using a range of media and techniques. "Life drawing is not only about learning to draw the body accurately; it also teaches you to translate our complex

This book is a highly practical step-by-step guide to working with gouache, not only to teach and inspire novice painters but also to introduce more experienced artists to the advantages of using this

Follow the Colombian and Venezuelan Wayuu people's stunning geometric patterns and shapes to make ten stunning bags!Colourful, functional and fun - these striking crocheted Wayuu mochila bags have the

All the basics of silk ribbon embroidery with innovative techniques and 20 contemporary designs. Beginners and experts stitchers alike will learn to create beautiful embroideries inspired by the seaso

Learn to paint a variety of mountain scenes with Matthew Palmer using just three colors, three brushes and nine easy projects.Even if you've never picked up a paintbrush, Matthew Palmer will show you

Toy rabbits are always popular, and have been for many years, so it seemed only natural to create a knitting book especially for all the rabbit lovers out there. With their long ears and cute, fluffy

20 beautiful folk embroidered felt birds to make and displayCorinne Lapierre's beautiful folk embroidered birds are sure to delight everyone! They include a swan, a hen, a goose, a partridge, an owl,

A stimulating mix of color and watercolour technique for all skill levels.Strongly influenced by the changing landscape and the border areas hidden in plain sight, Carole Robson's artwork is packed wi

Create beautiful landscapes and flowers using handstitching and only six simple stitches.Handstitched Landscapes and Flowers is a beautiful exploration of the potential of embroidery in depicting the

Bring back happy memories of your holidays by using paper and knife to create uplifting, joyful landscape scenes from the coast to the countryside.Papercutting is a perfect craft for beginners, as you

Create fifteen exquisitely detailed miniature quilts with expert guidance from Kumiko Frydl, acclaimed quilt artist.Acclaimed quilt artist Kumiko Frydl demonstrates her knowledge and talent in this bo

New and updated edition of the popular book on knitting over 30 contemporary designs inspired by traditional Scandinavian patterns, compiled and edited by Margarethe Finseth, designer and brand manage

Beginner's guide to making classic design bags in beautiful materials.This easy-to-use beginner's sewing book contains 20 stylish and contemporary bag designs, from tote bags and box bags, to a courie

Artist Tim Pond's lively and engaging book fuses science with art, providing the reader with the skills, techniques and knowledge they need to create sketches of animals filled with life and movement.

16 lovely crochet cactus patterns that are quick and easy to makeYou don't need a garden to grow this charming crop of cactuses - just a crochet hook, some yarn and a little crochet know-how! This del

Jam-packed with sewing essentials and techniques, Debbie Shore's latest unmissable book brings you 10 must-make machine sewing projects to build your confidence and repertoire.In this, Debbie's new se

18 beautiful, quick and easy portable hand-sewn patchwork gifts to make using English paper piecingEnglish paper piecing is a popular and easy method of creating handsewn patchwork designs. Fabric is

Jenny Keal's inspiring and creative introduction to painting with soft pastels is explained clearly and simply, making it easy for you to get started in this exciting medium.The new edition of Jenny K

From inspiration and design to the finished vibrant picture, learn to become the felt artist you've dreamed of becoming through this third book by bestselling author and renowned felt-maker, Moy Macka

Learn to create beautiful and practical linocut prints at home with this contemporary guide to a well-loved traditional art form.Linocut and screenprinting have undergone a resurgence in recent years;

Create your own flock of 21 knitted birds, from best-selling author and knitting designer Sue Stratford.This delightful book from best-selling author and knitting designer Sue Stratford provides patte

A detailed guide to painting realistic dog portraits in acrylics.This book by best-selling author and animal portrait artist Dave White is the definitive guide to painting portraits of dogs in acrylic

18 fresh and functional animal-themed designs to sew for your family and homeWant to show your love for your furry friends in your sewing projects, but feel you need to sew more practical pieces for y

Create 20 tiny masterpieces in a wide range of embroidery styles by renowned founder of Dandelyne(TM), Sonia LyneFrame it, wear it, look awesome.Stitch and paint dozens of different embroidery design