"There is a whole host of characters to embroider, from the kind and curious Moomintroll, the vain but quick-thinking Snorkmaiden and gentle Moominmamma to their beloved friends and the creatures they meet along the way, including fierce Little My, wise Snufkin, the mysterious Hattifatteners and more. Inside you’ll find... • 10 gorgeous Moomin-inspired embroidery projects for beginner embroiderers upwards. • Clear thread-color key, order-of work photographs and step-by-step instructions for every project. • To scale embroidery outlines to transfer for each project, plus full guidance on different transfer methods to suit your way of working. • An invaluable library of key stitches at the beginning of the book for easy referencing and inspiration. • BONUS embroidery outlines to transfer, from extra characters and embellishments to a cursive alphabet. Whether you’d love to create wall-art for your home, or adorn accessories and wearables, you can ensure the Moomins are with you wherever you are."

• Pages: 128
• Publish Date: 08/18/2026
• Dimensions: 8-1/4 x 10
• Hardcover

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"New from popular designer Khuc Cay, whose distinctive style has earned her hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide comes this heartwarming collection of festive friends! Meet Anna and her precious kitten Chi, full of excitement and ready to hang up their stockings; Alex, the gingerbread man, a champion gift-wrapper; and Leon, the polar bear who helps deliver letters to Santa Claus – all ready to come to life on your crochet hook. Perfect even for complete beginners, the book contains: • a complete crochet introduction with photographed step-by-step instructions for every technique needed. • clear written patterns, packed with work-in-progress photographs so that you can easily check your progress as you crochet. • 10 adorable amigurumi projects, all of which make perfect stash-busters and use only small amounts of yarn. Whether you’re an experienced maker or just beginning your crochet journey, this magical collection is perfect for crafting a host of festive friends that will delight any child, young or old and will become part of your family’s festive traditions year after year. This is a translation from French by popular amigurumi author Khuc Cay (@lespetitesmainsdekhuccay)."

• Pages: 112
• Publish Date: 07/14/2026
• Dimensions: 7-1/2 x 9-1/4
• Softcover

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"In this unique and beautiful book from quilt extraordinaire Carolyn Forster, explore and celebrate the incredible designs created by America's quiltmakers during the 1930s by making 10 quilts of your own, all inspired by the period's techniques, motifs and colorways. Nearly one hundred years on, their ingenuity still contains inspiration for quilters around the world. • A small historical chapter sets the scene, describing the fascinating and tumultuous backdrop of the quilts and their makers. • There are 10 themed quilts to sew, each inspired by a different key feature of 1930s quilts – from using repurposed feedsacks and upcycled linens to key piecing and quilting styles, plus the use of redwork embroidery. • A foreword by the curator of the American Museum & Gardens in Bath in the UK, Kate Hebert, provides a captivating overview of the period and book. This is a one-of-kind book that gives you the opportunity to unearth and recreate the incredible workmanship of America's quilters who, in spite of economic and political instability, created stunning quilts that are brimming with color, ingenuity and creativity."

• Pages: 200
• Publish Date: 07/14/2026
• Dimensions: 8-1/2 x 11
• Hardcover

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"Inspired by, and featuring, Dick Bruna's timeless illustrations, popular designer Kimberley Zwaans has created 16 crochet patterns celebrating Miffy and her friends, along with some fun Miffy-themed accessories. • This beginner-friendly book features step-by-step illustrations of all the key stitches needed. • Using just 7 shades of yarn, crochet 16 snuggly projects, including super-soft amigurumi toys of Miffy and her friends; create a Miffy-themed birthday party with a cake, placemats, bunting and a crown for the birthday child; or go Miffy-mad and create gorgeous home items including a hanging mobile with moon and stars, a large blanket and motif pillow. • There are small and large projects to choose from, ranging from simple designs to ones that offer more challenge. This is a translation of the best-selling title from Dutch author Kimberley Zwaans, with crochet projects based on the work of Dick Bruna."

• Pages: 128
• Publish Date: 09/15/2026
• Dimensions: 8x10-1/4
• Softcover

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Knit 20 stash-busting festive projects, perfect for stocking-fillers, decorations and gifts. Choose from sweet decorations including a bauble, wreath and heart; fun festive characters including a gnome, elf, reindeer and, of course, Santa Claus; or perhaps the Christmas star, an adorable robin or a frosty snowman. • Clear instructions for 20 fun, simple patterns. • Each project uses only small amounts of yarn, making these quick, stash-busting projects. • The book is small and chunky, and the projects are simple, making this perfect for knitting on-the-go. • Create heirloom toys, decorations and accessories that you’ll be excited to use year after year or give as meaningful gifts. This fun and colorful book, the latest title in the All-New Twenty to Make series, contains 20 Christmas novelties that will appeal to every knitter.

• Pages: 64
• Publish Date: 08/16/2026
• Dimensions: 5-9/10 x 8-1/5
• Hardcover

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"In this complete course, ideal for absolute beginners, crochet designer and author Sarah-Jane Hicks covers everything you need to get started, from how to read a yarn label and how to hold your hook to how to follow a pattern. You'll build up your skills project by project, learning new techniques as you go (from working in the round and changing colors to creating that all-important super-cute face). • An essential guide to amigurumi, which takes you from your very first stitches to techniques such as adding adorable eyes, creating stripes and adding surface crochet. • Learn techniques as you make, so you can put your skills into practice straight away. • 8 totally adorable projects to make: from a sweet sausage dog in his festive party hat and a playful mermaid with pink spiral hair, to a cat, fox, cactus, bear, bunny and owl. • Clear step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow instructions, with helpful tips from Sarah-Jane throughout. • A handy fold-out flap with crochet abbreviations allows you to quickly and easily refer to the stitches if you need a refresher. Whether you're creating adorable amigurumi projects for the first time, or wanting to revisit the basics, this accessible, no-fuss course will get you sewing straight away."

• Pages: 128
• Publish Date: 9/15/26
• Dimensions: 8 x 10-1/4
• Softcover

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"In this complete course, ideal for absolute beginners, sewing expert Debbie von Grabler-Crozier covers everything you need to get started: understanding fabrics, essential tools, how to sew your first stitches on a machine, how to use a pattern template, how to add a zip, and much more. You'll build up your skills project by project, learning new techniques as you go, and create 8 gorgeous, practical everyday home items that you'll use time and time again. • An essential guide to machine sewing, which takes you from your very first stitches to techniques such as inserting a zip, free-motion embroidery and adding slip pockets. • Learn techniques as you make, so you can put your newly learnt skills into practice. • 8 stunning projects: a table mat, trinket tray, reversible bowl cover, oven gloves, laptop sleeve, storage cube, zipped pillow cover and mini tote bag. • Clear step-by-step photographs and instructions for all the techniques and projects, with helpful tips and jargon busters from Debbie throughout. • All necessary templates included at full size. Whether you're learning to sew on a machine for the first time, or wanting to revisit the basics, this accessible, no-fuss course will get you sewing straight away."

• Pages: 120
• Publish Date: 9/15/26
• Dimensions: 8 x 10-1/4
• Softcover

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A stylish and easy-to-follow introduction to the timeless Japanese art of paper folding from acclaimed paper artist Adeline Klam (@adelineklam): • Refreshingly clear, visual and hands-on, each project is photographed step by step, with more intricate folds further clarified with helpful hand-drawn illustrations, ensuring that readers can follow along with ease and confidence. • Over 40 charming designs, ranging from simple decorative items like a heart, a fan and a four-leaf clover, to animals such as a cat, parrot, panda and majestic crane, plus floral favourites including a tulip, cherry blossom (Sakura) and hydrangea. It also includes fun and unusual designs like a goblet, a ceremonial kimono and a tatou envelope, offering a rich variety of projects to suit different tastes and occasions. • Find inspiration for putting your projects to practical use: the book contains a stunning visual lookbook of ideas for readers to embellish greeting cards, adorn a party table, create paper flowers and wreaths or create a fabulous wall hanging. Origami for the Absolute Beginner offers a calm and creative escape. Its gentle tone, thoughtful presentation and inspiring range of designs make it a perfect entry point for newcomers, and a lovely source of inspiration for seasoned folders alike. Featuring clear, colorful step photographs by Richard Boutin, technical drawings by Lucy Tézier, additional designs by Nana Takahashi; and in collaboration with Eriko Toureau-Kondo. This is a translation of the French edition by popular paper artist Adeline Klam.

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Are dressmaking patterns essential for creating stylish and flattering clothes? No! Can you create a range of impressive garments using just your own measurements and some simple techniques? Yes! Popular designer and dressmaker Kimberley Hind takes you through everything you need to know to get started. Whether that's choosing the right fabrics for the look and finish you want, to accurately taking your body measurements so that your clothes fit in just the right way, Kimberley's friendly and no-nonsense attitude will get you started in no time... and with no need for dressmaking patterns! • Everything is shown visually: from seaming, hemming, shirring, adding ruffles and finishing your garments. • All 10 beginner-friendly projects are visually explained step by step: choose from skirts, trousers, tops, dresses, shorts and a jacket. • The projects are looser fitting to suit any body shape, and can be customized for your preferred style: adapt the sleeves, straps, cuffs and hem length as you want. • The projects aim for minimal waste, with advice and tips on using leftover fabric scraps to make accessories.

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Whether you’re a complete beginner looking for a trusted teacher, or a confident crocheter looking for an all-in-one guide for easy reference and inspiration, this authoritative book has you covered. Inside you’ll find: • Advice on yarns, hooks, tension and reading patterns and charts • Guidance on hook holds for both left and right hands • Visual step-by-step guidance on starting and finishing your work; • A wealth of both basic and decorative stitches, from bobbles and clusters to shells and spike stitches • A guide to other types of crochet, including hairpin, Tunisian and entrelac • Special touches including edgings, fringes, and buttonholes • Finishing your work with hidden seams and blocking • Lay-flat binding for easy reference while your work • US crochet terms, with conversion chart provided. Dip in and out of this comprehensive guide whenever you need a refresher or you want some new and exciting ideas. This trusted manual is the perfect addition to every crocheter’s reference library. This book is the re-issue of the best-selling book A–Z of Crochet published in 2015.

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A handmade blanket is the perfect gift for a newborn or young child: ideal for that first journey home from the hospital; for keeping them cozy in a stroller; and for tucking them in at bedtime. Whether you prefer traditional colours and simple repeating motifs or want to experiment with appliqué, lacework and more, you’ll find a design to suit your taste: • The blankets’ small size makes them quick and rewarding to make and great stash-busters. • There are 20 easy-to-follow patterns, featuring an inspiring mix of techniques, with some suitable for even complete beginners. • Clear conversion charts for crochet stitches and hooks included. These meaningful, comforting keepsakes are designed to be loved, snuggled and then passed on to future generations.

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Perfect for beginners, this simple book uses only a handful of stitches and contains clear, easy-to-follow instructions to get you started. Using only tiny amounts of yarn, but bursting with character and fun, these adorable amigurumi makes will bust your stash and melt your heart! Simply follow the short illustrated techniques section to create a whole forest filled with sweet furry friends, leaves, acorns and flowers! • 26 stash-busting amigurumi projects • all the necessary techniques illustrated step by step • perfect projects to make as gifts, toys or accessories!

• Pages: 48
• Publish Date: 05/30/2023
• Size: 7in x 7in
• Hardcover
• Technique: Crochet

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Create your own underwater wonderland with these cute and colorful tiny sea creatures. Crochet 26 fun and vibrant ocean creatures, including sharks, whales, jellyfish, an octopus, seahorse, turtle and plenty of colorful fish to choose from. There’s even some coral to complete the set! You can quickly make each project using only small amounts of yarn from your stash. Give your tiny creations as gifts, or make them into keychains, bag pendants or baby mobiles. Clear and easy-to-follow crochet techniques and diagrams make it easy to get started, and with a short techniques sections to set you on your way, you'll want to make the whole collection once you get started!

• Pages: 48
• Publish Date: 05/30/2023
• Size: 7in x 7in
• Hardcover
• Technique: Crochet

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"This charming book is full of cute and characterful birds to crochet. Choose from a vibrant peacock, puffin or flamingo, an adorable penguin, or a striking emu or swan. Attach your finished birds to purses, key rings, baby buggies or baby mobiles. There are 25 tiny birds to make and collect, and even a little egg to complete the set! All you need is a crochet hook, some yarn, and a few basic crochet techniques, which are clearly explained to get you started. Which one will fly off your hook first?

• Pages: 48
• Publish Date: 07/26/2022
• Size: 7in x 7in
• Hardcover
• Technique: Crochet

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Delight your friends and family with these wonderfully cute tiny crocheted animals! Great for using up small amounts of yarn in your stash, there are 26 projects to choose from - and all you need is a crochet hook and some yarn. Make a pet such as a dog, cat or rabbit; go for a farmyard animal such as a pig, cow or horse; or explore the wild side and make a tiger, lion, elephant or monkey. Quick and easy to make, there is a short techniques section to set you on your way, then you can start making the whole set. These mini makes are perfect to hang on key rings, baby buggies, watches or as bag charms. Which one will you make first?

• Pages: 48
• Publish Date: 12/08/2020
• Size: 7in x 7in
• Hardcover
• Technique: Crochet

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"This out-of-this-world collection from best-selling knitting author Sachiyo Ishii is a great source of playful patterns, perfect for presents or playthings, and is a fantastic way to use up your yarn stash. Choose from a galaxy of fun favorites, from sweet, colorful aliens to cuddle and love, rockets and satellites to inspire their curiosity, and a brave band of animal astronauts to journey to the edge of the universe! Complete with step-by-step sewing up, stuffing and embroidery techniques, these 20 fun, simple patterns are ideal for knitters of all skill levels. This book is a redesigned re-issue of Mini Knitted Cosmos (9781782215356), 2019."

• Pages: 64
• Publish Date: 01/13/2026
• Size: 7in x 7in
• Hardcover
• Technique: Knitting

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"From bold, inspiring colorwork to snuggly, tactile textures, build your perfect blanket with best-selling author Anna Nikipirowicz! If you want to create your own unique blankets – perhaps as personalized gifts or to add the perfect finishing touch to your home – look no further than this inspiring collection of adaptable designs. Perfect for absolute beginners and upwards, this complete crochet primer is fully photographed, covering everything you need to know from start to finish: from working basic stitches to joining motifs, blocking and making pompoms. This inspiring visual directory will build your confidence and skills, and can be referred to again and again, whenever you need ideas or advice. It contains: • 35 stitch patterns, 15 motifs and 10 borders, each with a full written pattern and chart, along with easy-to-follow advice for working your chosen design elements into your own crochet projects. • A range of stitches, including all the basics, plus tactile raised textures, mosaic colorwork and lightweight lacework. • A range of motifs – perfect for a patchwork-style blanket – including granny squares, diamonds, triangles and hexagons. • A selection of edging options, from picot, spike and lace to simple double crochet borders. • 4 gorgeous blanket projects, to inspire you with Anna's own colour and stitch combinations."

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• Starting with a thorough user guide, you'll learn essential techniques, from casting on and 10 basic stitches (knit, purl, garter, stocking, moss) to understanding charts, tension, abbreviations, and even how to rescue a dropped stitch. • The book then dives into a curated collection of 90 knitted swatch patterns (33 to get you started and another 57 to take it further); from cables and colorwork to adding delicate embroidered details. • The blanket project is knitted swatch-by-swatch, making it an ideal on-the-move project, perfect for busting your yarn stash. • Also discover key finishing techniques, including joining squares, creating a professional-looking selvedge and caring for your finished knitwear. With indexes for stitches, techniques and square patterns, you'll quickly find exactly what you need. Beginners will appreciate the clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs, while more experienced knitters will find inspiration in the diverse stitch patterns and the challenge of combining them into a cohesive project. A translation from the French edition by the 'Marabout collectif' of craft authors. - 288 pages

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Learning to knit can be daunting, especially if you don't have a friend or family member to show you the ropes... what you need is a seasoned knitter by your side. Enter popular designer Brenda Lam, who will show you everything you need to know from the complete basics onwards. Discover: • Everything new knitters need to know, including tools, yarns, stitches, abbreviations and techniques, shown step by step to make everything as clear as possible • 'Things I Wish I’d Known' (Brenda's favorite tips and tricks); • A Troubleshooting section, for when you're not quite sure where a stitch has gone wrong (we’ve all been there!) • Simple stitches, the basics on how to read a pattern, and a chapter on how to finish your work • 10 colorful, chunky projects to test out your new skills, including some scrappy mittens or, if you’re feeling ambitious, a sweater vest. The chunky yarn used in the projects is ideal for beginners as it knits up quickly. Large stitches allow you to see clearly how your stitches are formed... and to identify when you make the odd mistake! With its witty and welcoming tone, this book is perfect if you're looking to take your first step into knitting. Brenda's easy-to-understand tutorials are written in a light-hearted tone, sprinkled with humor, from sassy sidebars to awful jokes that’ll have you in stitches... - 128 pgs

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Many quilters are rediscovering a range of traditional patchwork and quilting techniques that, at their heart, are based on recycling and reusing materials. A style of patchwork that is true to this ethos, and which has been around for centuries, is string patchwork with its use of sewn fabric strips. Due to the scrap nature of string quilts, they are good for using a wide range and eclectic mix of fabrics that, otherwise, would have gathered dust in the corner of a room. Best-selling author, teacher and quilter Carolyn Forster will show you how to: • Transform old clothes and bedding, off-cuts and once-loved furnishing fabrics into 10 beautiful string patchwork quilts • create your favorite designs with ease, using an array of scraps featuring traditional blocks • Ensure nothing goes to waste - included here are 8 little gifts and accessories to make with the leftovers from your quilt-making including a needle case, a quilt-notions pouch, a table runner and duffel bag. A small section on all the materials and notions to get started, plus an invaluable techniques chapter, is included. Quilters will have everything they need to create planet-conscious quilts, and in the process celebrate old quilt and patchwork methods from quilters of yore.

• Pages: 176
• Publish Date: 04/02/2024

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The revised anniversary edition of the classic, contains 26 colorful fun, easy-to-follow projects, including • a pincushion and sewing machine cover for organizing your sewing space • an apron and oven gloves for a practical, customized kitchen • bags, slippers, a tea cozy and even a doorstop. These wonderful projects make great gifts… if you can bear to give them away! 7 of the original projects have been reimagined and reworked by Debbie, and the book contains a useful techniques section at the start, along with friendly advice and practical tips throughout. Since publication of the original edition in 2014, which has now sold over 100,000 copies, Debbie has published a further 30 popular sewing titles selling over 750,000 copies, won countless sewing awards and set up an award-winning online sewing club, and has over 270,000 subscribers to her YouTube channel. "This revised classic offers a great way for new sewists to learn basic skills from doing easy, giftable projects that don’t require major commitments of time or resources." LIBRARY JOURNAL

• Pages: 96
• Publish Date: 04/02/2024

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Learn to work over 280 embroidery stitches, for the beginner through to the advanced embroider, with this comprehensive step-by-step stitch dictionary. The book includes: • Advice on choosing fabrics, threads, equipment, and working as a left-handed embroiderer. • 2000+ step-by-step photographs and detailed instructions. • Detailed stitch index for easy navigation. • Dozens of hints throughout providing tips and historical insights. • Lay-flat binding, for easy reference while you work. Whether you're a confident embroiderer looking for new inspiration, or a beginner who's keen to expand your repertoire, this book opens a world of creative stitching possibilities, now and for years to come.

• Pages: 304
• Publish Date: 06/17/2025

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Follow the book from start to finish to create a stunning, harmonious quilt using all the block designs, or dip in and out, experiment with the techniques and then mix and match your favorite blocks to create your own unique creation. The book features:   • An inspiring variety of quilting techniques – from simple machine piecing and appliqué to foundation paper piecing, every block explores a different patchwork and/or quilting method.   • Simple instructions, perfect for beginners - each unique block is accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions, clear photography and full-size templates.   • All the patchwork and quilting techniques needed – from piecing your initial shapes right through to binding your finished quilt.   • Matching, bonus projects - if you‘re looking to make items to match your quilt, Debbie has shared ideas on how to transform individual blocks into homewares and accessories, including pillows, pouches and placemats. This book is inspired by Debbie and Melissa’s incredibly popular Block of the Month quilt-along from the award-winning Half Yard Sewing Club. 11 in H | 8.5 in W | 0.8 lb Wt

• Pages: 176
• Publish Date: 12/17/2024
• Softcover

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Feel good while making the projects and feel even better using them: the act of sewing can help to curb brain fog and anxiety, while the finished pieces will keep you cool, relieve insomnia, and hopefully inspire some pampering and self-care. This vibrant book from sewing experts Jenni Smith and Kay Walsh is here to transform how you experience this important life transition. These 10 fabulous projects will help you to rediscover joy and creativity when peri-menopause and menopause seem to take the reins. Whether you're a sewing newbie or dusting off old skills, Jenni and Kay have crafted beginner-friendly projects that are as practical as they are beautiful. Whip up a chic potion pouch for those essential pick-me-ups, or an elegant eye mask to banish sleepless nights. Stay cool and stylish with a breezy cover-up, or find moments of calm in slow-stitching a charming log-cabin placemat. Here's what you'll find inside:   • An introduction to the menopause, and the benefits of crafting on wellbeing, from Dr Hannah Davies (BSc MBBS MRCGP), who specializes in menopause and lifestyle medicine at the world-renowned Newson Health Clinic   • 10 unique sewing projects designed to ease the various physical and mental discomforts that come with menopause, from insomnia and memory loss to brain fog   • Full-size pull-out patterns to make creating the garments easy   • Inspiring photos, step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow illustrations to guide you through each project   • A handy chapter on essential sewing techniques for both beginners or for those needing a crash course   • Designer spotlights, celebrating a range of female indie fabric designers whose fabrics have been used throughout the book: Sally Kelly, Karen Lewis, Rashida Coleman-Hale and Alice Caroline Menopause Makes is both a celebration of creativity and an invitation to self-care. Sew away the symptoms and stitch together a new chapter of confidence and craftiness!

• Pages: 152
• Size: 8-1/4in x 10in
• Hardcover

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Following on from her best-selling first book, You Can Crochet with Bella Coco, comes this practical guide to over 100 carefully curated stitch patterns. Starting with the key things you'll need to get crocheting, from advice on yarn and notions to essential techniques, Sarah-Jayne then takes you through a gorgeous collection of stitches – from simple repeat patterns to incredible textured designs. The stitches are divided into 4 sections – ‘basic stitches’, ‘simple stitch combinations’, ‘textured stitches’ and ‘squares and shapes’ – so you can easily search for a stitch that suits your desired finish. Discover:   • A clear, overhead, close-up photograph of each of the 100 stitches worked up into a swatch, so you can examine the stitch repeats closely   • All stitches categorized by difficulty level, from easy to advanced, so you can choose a stitch that suits your skills   • Stitch multiples/repeats for every stitch pattern, so that you can calculate how to work the pattern into an upcoming project   • Written instructions (including both UK and US terms) on starting the stitch, how to work the repeat and how to finish off. As a bonus, you’ll also find Sarah-Jayne’s 5 favorite border stitches – all photographed and clearly explained – for edge-finish inspiration, and three stunning projects that include a selection of stitches in the library: a basketweave tote bag; a gradient crochet wrap; and a colorful, multi-textured patchwork blanket. Whether you’re looking for new ideas, or trying to remember that perfect stitch, this is a timeless book that you can delve into now and for years to come.

• Pages: 128
• Size: 8-1/4in x 10in
• Hardcover

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Are you ready to embark on an exciting quilting adventure? Discover the joy of ruler-free cutting, explore the world of color play, and dive into fun, fearless creative piecing using Laura's expert guidance. This book is a must-read for confident beginner quilters eager to discover new skills and looking for a vibrant, playful quilting experience, but any level of quilter can use this book to begin their improv journey. Laura showcases her own working methods - from sketches and fabric play to painterly color movement - covering all the necessary techniques in detail, and helping you to create a solid base of color knowledge before you launch into combining color play with improv shapes.  Inside you'll find:   • 10 stunning colorful step-by-step quilt projects that build your skills as you work through the book   • Techniques throughout, from building harmonious color schemes and value sorting to going ruler free and working with curves   • Stunning photographs and easy-to-follow illustrations, as well as key guidance on quilting essentials including basting, quilting and binding   • Confidence-building prompts for your own improv quilts   • Coloring sheets so that you can work out your colour schemes on paper before committing to fabric This book is your ticket to fearless, fun, and utterly unique improv quilting. Discover inspirational finished pieces, prompts to begin your own individual improv projects and new ways to design quilts through the mouthwateringly colorful projects inside. Laura has exhibited quilts at QuiltCon (#quiltcon) in 2019 and 2020, and in 2020 her More Is More quilt won 1st Place in the Appliqué category.

• Pages: 128
• Size: 8-1/2 x 11
• Softcover

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20 stunning quick and easy one-patch quilt designs with full-size templates included. Calling all quilters looking for ready-to-trace templates and contemporary one-patch quilting inspiration! This stunning book, from quilting guru and best-selling author Carolyn Forster, contains 20 different patchwork shapes, from triangles and diamonds, to tumblers, clamshells and applecores, each made up into a stunning one-patch design. For each of the 20 shapes you get: -A full-size template, ready to trace off and use -Piecing instructions to help you put together your one-patch designs with ease -Layout variations to inspire you to use each shape in numerous ways -Clear photographic visuals showcasing Carolyn's chosen layout and fabric. A complete quilting primer makes this book accessible for beginners, with advice on scaling the templates up and down, and both hand and machine sewing. Also included is a complete one-patch quilt project, with full making-up instructions and sumptuous photography, created using a selection of the one-patch blocks. This book is an expanded hardback edition of 20 to Stitch: One-Patch Quilts, 2017.

• Pages: 64
• Publish Date: 04/15/2025
• Size: 6.19"W x 8.56"H x 0.45"D
• Hardcover

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The time has come for a fresh, fun take on the classic granny square. Featuring 20 popular animals (including dogs, cats, bears, sheep, pigs, lions, turtles, ladybugs, sloths and more), this book has a 3D animal to suite every taste! Use different stitches to create textured elements such as fluffy manes, shaggy fur and frilly tentacles, and crochet three-dimensional elements such as ears, eyes, horns, beaks and wings to bring the animals to life! Make wonderfully tactile gifts featuring a whole menagerie of animal friends, or just pick and choose your favorites.

• Pages: 64
• Publish Date: 09/19/2024
• Softcover

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Explore the wonders of sashiko with Japanese embroidery star Sashikonami! Learn to create your own embellished items with detailed designs in vibrant colors. Let's explore the traditional Japanese embroidery pattern designs! . This is the long-awaited book by popular sashiko author Sashikonami. This craft book not just produces the Sashiko basics simple designs but also comes with the lovely stitch patterns, it contents over 50+ sashiko stitch items with various geometric forms, shapes and combinations such as flower sashimi, basket weave, ten trees, Hirayama road, cross sashimi, musical note patterns and tree patterns etc. In addition, It is full of practical items such as dish towels, purses, coasters, tissue cases, pouches with zippers, bags, eyeglass cases, and mini shoulder bags. Sashiko Basics and Simple Designs: Starting with the basics is crucial for any craft, and sashiko is no exception. Simple designs will serve as a foundation for beginners, allowing them to build their skills and confidence. Lovely Stitch Patterns: A wide range of stitch patterns add depth and complexity to embroidery projects. The incorporation of these patterns is very attractive for experienced embroiderers looking for a new challenge. From geometric forms and designs to Flower Sashimi, Basket Weave, Ten Trees, Hirayama Road, Cross Sashimi, Musical Note Patterns, Tree Patterns, there are gorgeous patterns to work on for any project! The combination of diverse designs, practical projects, and clear instructions could make it a valuable resource for anyone interested in traditional Japanese embroidery.

• Pages: 96
• Publish Date: 06/18/2024
• Dimensions: 8 x 10-1/4
• Softcover

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Hand quilting using big stitches has its roots in utility quilting, from Gee's Bend quilting in the US, to Japanese sashiko and boro through to Indian kantha stitching. Drawing on these traditional techniques, Carolyn Forster brings big stitch quilting right up to date and shows you how to create 9 gorgeous quilts as well as 11 gift projects that include a zokin tea towel, a wrapping cloth, a Japanese knot bag, a pillow cover and coasters.

• Pages: 144
• Publish Date: 05/25/2021
• Size: 8-1/2in x 11in
• Softcover
• Includes Full Size Patterns

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Get started and learn the basics with this pocket-sized, no-nonsense guide to crochet!

• Pages: 128
• Publish Date: 09/08/2023
• Hardcover

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Brush up on your sewing skills with Wendy Gardiner and get sewing again with these 15 fresh, fun fat-quarter projects!

• Pages: 96
• Publish Date: 09/08/2023
• Softcover

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Begin your creative journey and memory collection with your own gorgeous stitched daydream journals. Talented textile artist Tilly Rose shows you how to create beautiful cloth journals, among other lovely items, to record precious thoughts and ideas - from fleeting memories to treasured items, sketches, poems and photographs. There are eight gorgeous things to make, including journals, a sewing case, a project bag and a scroll cloth diary, using a range of exciting techniques that include layering and collage, hand embroidery, transferring your own designs to cloth, stamping, appliqué, embellishing, patchwork and free motion machine embroidery. A journal provides a fascinating glimpse into your world, is a beautiful object in its own right and will provide inspiration for further embroidered creations.

• Pages: 128
• Publish Date: 04/20/2022

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A collection of Half Yard™ sewing projects for springtime style, designed by the award-winning and best-selling author Debbie Shore, now in one book. Discover 40 stylish spring designs specially chosen by Debbie from her much-loved Half Yard™ series, including 5 brand-new projects for you to sink your needles into. Whether you're spring cleaning and tidying, working in the garden or entertaining, this book contains everything you need to do it in style! Choose from useful bags, boxes and storage solutions to give your inside space a new lease of life; create gorgeous bags for days out and table decorations for days in entertaining; and finally, make your outside space just as inviting as inside, with a peg bag for your laundry and a gardener's kneeling pad for all those spring jobs in the garden. Each item requires no more than half a yard of outer fabric, plus all the necessary hardware, trimmings and lining. As always, every project features Debbie's friendly, easy-to-follow instructions and a beautiful photograph of the finished make.

• Pages: 176
• Publish Date 05/10/2022

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Discover 20 fresh, inspiring ways to turn your fabric stash into wonderful items and gifts. How do you keep your piles of scrap fabric from growing out of control? Sew with them, of course! In this inspirational book, best-selling author Debbie von Grabler-Crozier shows you how to stitch 20 stylish, fresh items from very small amounts of fabric. From tiny scraps that can be transformed into patchworked coasters, strips that can be made into scrap bunting and offcuts that can be used for pouches or pincushions, your treasured scraps can be given a new lease of life! An invaluable crash-course on key techniques is included at the beginning of the book, and every project includes clear step-by-step instructions and a stunning photograph of the finished design to inspire.

• Pages: 64
• Publish Date: 10/11/2022

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These are beautifully delicate Christmas cross stitch designs to delight the heart and soul! If you love cross stitch, you need this book. Extremely pretty without being cloying, these designs from accomplished embroiderer Helen Le Berre are light and airy, using backstitch to outline and emphasize with great skill. Split into chapters on Advent Foliage, Christmas Animals, Festive Foliage and Amazing Alphabets, there is a lovely range of designs to fit every Christmas situation. You can make beautiful cutlery pockets with fox, bunny or baby deer motifs, a reindeer photo album cover, a pine cone confectionery sachet, personalized gift labels and many more elegant embroidered Christmas items. The charts are beautifully presented, along with a comprehensive techniques section at the back of the book. Suitable for beginners to more advanced stitchers, these designs are achievable and utterly gorgeous.

• Pages: 96
• Author: Helene Le Berre
• Publish Date: 08/18/2020
• Dimensions: 8.56in x 0.29in x 11.06in
• Softcover

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Kay Dennis is passionate about Stumpwork. This intricate, raised and padded embroidery has its origins in the seventeenth century, and is enjoying a revival amongst embroiderers and lacemakers. It is wonderfully versatile and will appeal both to the novice and imaginative needleworker. Using a mix of flat, padded, wired and free-standing elements, it employs a wide range of embroidery techniques. This comprehensive and colourful book covers both basic and needle lace techniques - sections on each containing a series of elaborate step-by-step demonstrations showing how to work individual techniques, followed by a project combining all the methods. Kay takes inspiration from a variety of sources and her designs include animals, flowers, fruits and insects popular motifs in the seventeenth century. She also creates contemporary designs and there are advanced projects on landscape and figurative work. A gallery of Kay's work is included to stimulate and inspire the reader.

• Pages: 80
• Author: Kay Dennis
• Publish Date: 03/18/2020
• Dimensions: 8.06in x 0.28in x 10.25in
• Softcover

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All you need to know about knitting is here, from beginner's basics to advanced techniques. With clear instructions and helpful photographs, this complete resource walks you from first casting on through basic stitches, increasing and decreasing, reading patterns and fixing mistakes. Soon you'll be mastering knitting in the round, Aran, Fair Isle, intarsia, lace knitting and more. Starting with the basics, we teach you about the different types of tools and the wonderful array of yarns that are available today. We give you easy to follow step-by-step instructions for various ways to hold the yarn and needles, cast on and cast off, work basic stitches, increase and decrease, make buttonholes, knit bands, read and adapt patterns, finish off, fix mistakes and care for your knitted garments. And then there's more ... learn about knitting in the round, loop knitting, Shaker knitting, slanted knitting, lace knitting, and much more. Be inspired to embellish your knitting with surface embroidery, Swiss darning, smocking, beads and sequins.

• Pages: 156
• Publish Date: 07/14/2020
• Dimensions: 8.5in x 0.46in x 9.19in
• Softcover

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A fabulous new series using leftover fat quarters to create over 15 gorgeous items.For the birthday that's on the way, or a festive holiday that needs more sparkle, conquer that pile of odd quarters you've stashed away and make over 15 fun gifts for your loved ones. Ideal for sewists of all abilities, this is the ultimate, affordable stash-busting project book that will get you making practical, colorful items too. Start off with an easy-to-follow crash-course on the essential techniques you'll need throughout the projects - from adding a zip and bias binding to creating patchwork. Then, jump straight into your stash and get stitching!

• Pages: 96
• Author: Wendy Gardiner
• Publish Date: 02/18/2020
• Dimensions: 8.56in x 0.32in x 11.06in
• Softcover

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At last, a book that tells you everything you need to know about needle felting! This is the book authors Roz Dace and Judy Balchin wish they had been given when they started out on their felting journey. A complete course for the absolute beginner, it is packed full of useful tips and techniques to help you on your own felting adventures. Learn how to sculpt miniature teacup worlds, animals and birds, and even your friends and family. There are 12 varied projects, starting with the easiest and progressing in difficulty. Master the basics, then learn how to use wire, embellishments and armatures in your work, and even how to capture expression in faces. You can use the techniques you have been shown to create your own variations. Pick up that felting needle and you are guaranteed to have fun with this much-needed book. A new beginner's guide to a popular and easy technique. Authors are experienced crafters with a good following on social media. Covers a diverse range of subjects that will inspire needle felters of all abilities

• Pages: 96
• Author: Roz Dace and Judy Balchin
• Publish Date: 02/18/2020
• Dimensions: 8.13in x 0.36in x 10.25in
• Softcover

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Frame it, wear it, look awesome. Dip into this treasure trove of ideas and immerse yourself in Sonia's mini Dande-world. Unleash your creativity and make over 60 tiny stitched masterpieces designed by original embroidery mini-hoop creator Sonia Lyne, founder of Dandelyne. Follow the simple instructions inside and create a whole array of designs, from classic embroidered flowers and applique motifs through to abstract shapes and tasselled unicorns. Proudly fram and display your stitched art. Be it an eye catching piece of jewelry or a gorgeous artwork to display in your home. Quick to make and totally addictive, you will soon be inspired to mix and match the designs to suit your own style and personality. Essential techniques and stitch gallery included, with Sonia's fun tips and helpful advice throughout.

• Pages: 64
• Author: Sonia Lyne
• Publish Date: 11/06/2018
• Dimensions: 8.75in x 0.31in x 8.75in
• Softcover

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Vintage cloth, found objects, embroidery, layered cloth and hand-stitching are all artfully combined by Tilly Rose to create unique textile artworks that tell a story, record a special event, or preserve, display and celebrate a memory of a special person or place. Tilly describes how to create these textile artworks using scraps of fabric, thread, lace, ribbon, buttons, beads, photographs and other found items that readers either already own or have sourced from elsewhere. The projects take various forms, including cloth journals, lavender hearts, hoop art, framed collages, wall hangings and miniature quilts, and involve a variety of easy techniques that are explained through step-by-step demos at the start of the book. These include layering and collage, hand embroidery, creating your own fabrics, transferring your designs to cloth, stamping on cloth, appliqué, embellishing, patchwork, quilting, free motion embroidery and photo transfer. Create a textile artwork using fabric and items from your wedding, a child's first birthday, a Christening or your honeymoon, or even family heilooms that can be cherished in a new way. The whole focus of the book is on inspiration and experimentation - encouraging the reader to be creative, collecting and sourcing materials of special significance and incorporating them into textile artworks that become treasured keepsakes.

• Pages: 128
• Author: Tilly Rose
• Publish Date: 08/21/2018
• Dimensions: 8.06in x 0.42in x 10.25in
• Softcover

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