Basic Stitches by Katie Ebben
Category: Craft
If your hand sewing is limited to the mending-when-necessary variety--stitching on buttons, repairing split seams--then you already have the skills necessary to make every project here. These 18 inventive projects for embellishing and personalizing clothes and soft furnishings are organized around the s ...Show more
Girl's Guide To Sewing by Cheryl Owen
Category: Craft
The current recession has revived a 'make do and mend' philosophy, and a raft of popular television programmes have helped make sewing the must-have skill for every young women. As a result, sewing machine sales have soared and trends for up-cycling fashion continue apace. What better way to personalise ...Show more
The Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs: 500 Classic & Original Patterns by Linda P. Schapper
Category: Craft | Series: Complete Crochet Designs Ser.
This stitchwork classic features 500 designs ranging from traditional patterns to original motifs and crocheters of every level will find essential information and inspiration on every page. Each design features a close-up colour photograph, a diagram showing each stitch and its placement and easy to fo ...Show more
Mary Thomas's Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches by Jan Eaton; Mary Thomas
Category: Craft
This classic book has been the go-to embroidery reference work since it was first published in 1934, owing to its clear instructions and huge library of stitches. It includes full illustrated instructions for over 400 embroidery stitches, ranging from simple border and outline stitches, to filling stitc ...Show more
Pottery for Beginners: Projects for Beautiful Ceramic Bowls, Mugs, Vases and More by Kara Leigh Ford
Category: Craft
Everything You Need to Get Started with Pottery If you ever daydream about delving into pottery but aren’t sure where to begin, this is your book. Professional potter Kara Leigh Ford will be your personal pottery guide, helping you to overcome any doubts about your abilities. All you need are curiosity ...Show more
Crafted: A Collection of Crafts New, Old and Forgotten by Sally Coulthard
Category: Craft
Crafted is a celebration of craft in the 21st century - a definitive visual guide to all things handmade. Featuring over 70 of the most popular and well-established crafts, Sally Coulthard explores their history, materials and techniques as she offers a deeper insight into some of your favourite crafts ...Show more
Edward's Menagerie: Dogs: 50 canine crochet patterns by Kerry Lord
Category: Craft
Having shown us how to master monsters in Edward's Crochet Imaginarium and capture our friends and family in Edward's Crochet Doll Emporium, Kerry Lord is back with patterns for everyone's favourite pups in her new book Edward's Menagerie: Dogs. Including patterns for 50 classic dog breeds, Kerry also ...Show more
House of Cards: Step-By-Step Projects for Beautiful Handmade Greetings Cards by Sarah Hamilton (University of Exeter, UK)
Category: Craft
Despite the digital world we live in, the sending and giving of greetings cards is more prolific than ever. Studies show that people have a far greater emotional response to receiving handwritten cards than they do to emails, texts and online messages. And how better to show your appreciation than with ...Show more
A Beginner's Guide to Dyeing and Sewing: 12 Step-by-Step Lessons and 21 Projects to Get You Started by Clementine Lubin
Category: Craft
Whether you're looking to refresh, transform or personalise your clothing, soft furnishings or fabric accessories, or to dye fabric so that you can create brand-new items, this book has you covered. This simple but rich and informative book contains everything you need to know to start dyeing. It shows ...Show more
Macrame : 19 Great Weekend Projects by Jim Gentry
Category: Craft | Series: Weekend Crafter
This title helps you create beautiful and charming projects, from decorative home accents to jewellery, with fun and easy macrame. The knots and braids are lovely and can be combined with beads for some attractive effects. Try different materials, such as braided cotton cord, suede lacing and jewellery ...Show more
Ultimate Crochet Bible: A Complete Reference with Step-by-Step Techniques by Jane Crowfoot
Category: Craft | Series: Ultimate Guides
Now available in paperback, this best-selling title is THE essential guide to crochet. Ultimate Crochet Bible is a definitive reference for all aspects of crochet - from the first chain to the care and maintenance of your projects. The first two chapters are packed with useful information such as choosi ...Show more