Botanical Cyanotype
Turn every nature walk into a masterpiece with artist and educator Sarah Bourne Rafferty's complete guide to cyanotype, a process that blends sunlight with a simple salt solution to turn everyday leaves and flowers into mystical-looking art. The book includes an introduction to cyanotype basics, terms and definitions, troubleshooting, and key safety tips; guides to preparing solutions, plus gathering supplies for coating, developing, and drying; techniques for creating solar prints on both paper and fabric, plus level-up guides to wet cyanotype, bleaching/toning, double exposures, and incorporating paint and metallics; and 14 gorgeous step-by-step projects to use and gift, including: herb greeting cards, an accordion-fold book, a T-shirt, a tote bag, worry stones, and a digital negative. This book offers the perfect blend of approachability and empowerment for creatives of all skill levels.
Interlocking Crochet
Learn an innovative crochet technique for creating beautiful, reversible fabrics with this comprehensive stitch guide by crochet expert and author, Ana-Maria Babanica.This practical guide introduces you to the world of interlocking crochet, a method that uses just two familiar stitches (double crochet and chain stitch) to create intricate colorwork with surprising ease. Often considered simpler than mosaic crochet, interlocking crochet offers endless creative possibilities through its clever construction.By interlocking two layers of mesh as you work, you'll produce fabrics that are reversible by design: some featuring matching motifs on both sides, others revealing a completely different pattern when flipped over.Inside, you'll find 50 stitch patterns to explore and adapt in your own projects, each presented with clear step-by-step instructions and detailed photography. Whether you're building confidence with colorwork or already comfortable exploring complex textures, this book provides all the guidance you need to master the technique.To put your skills into practice, you'll also discover five fully reversible garment and accessory projects, designed to showcase the beauty and versatility of interlocking crochet.
Craft Without Pain
Craft longer, stronger, and smarter -- this pocket-sized guide is your essential toolkit for pain-free making. Whether you're knitting, crocheting, spinning, dyeing, or weaving, crafting can take a toll on the body, this practical guide offers targeted advice to understanding the physical strains of crafting and how to prevent them -- so you can keep doing what you love without discomfort or injury.Inside, you'll find clear explanations of common crafting-related injuries like tendonitis, carpal tunnel, and repetitive strain injury, plus practical strategies to avoid them. The book includes warm-ups and stretches to do before, during, and after your sessions, posture tips, guidance on tool and material choices, and strengthening exercises that build long-term resilience.Compact enough to keep in your project bag, this book is designed to support every maker's wellness -- whether you're working on your first sweater or spinning your hundredth skein.Expert advice on preventing pain from repetitive crafting movementsStretching and strengthening routines tailored for craftersTips for posture, tool ergonomics, and sustainable crafting habitsA compact, carry-anywhere reference for healthier makingCraft with confidence -- protect your body and enjoy your hobbies for years to come.
Best Friends Ephemera Book
Are you itching to create some awesome collages but not sure where to begin? Look no further than the Best Friends Ephemera Book! This book is packed with 25 sheets of paper art, including colorful illustrations of Peoples! You don't need to dig through old magazines or destroy your favorite books to find the perfect images. Whether you're a newbie or just looking to try something different, this book is perfect for you. You can make mood boards, inspiration pieces, artist trading cards, or even your own unique wall art. The sky's the limit! So don't wait any longer. Grab your scissors, and glue, and unleash your inner creativity with Best Friends Ephemera Book! Who is this for, you ask?It's the perfect gift for anyone looking to experiment with beautiful and amazing ephemeral images to cut out and collage. Plus, collage is making a comeback among artists and hobbyists who are searching for a fun and calming activity that produces a stunning finished product. So come on, let's join the fun and create something beautiful! Kate Curry and Poortoast Designs carefully create each rich image. Please note that the content of this book was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence!
Witches' Tea Party Ephemera Book
Are you itching to create some awesome collages but not sure where to begin? Look no further than the Witches' Tea Party Ephemera Book! This book is packed with 25 sheets of paper art, including colorful illustrations of Peoples! You don't need to dig through old magazines or destroy your favorite books to find the perfect images. Whether you're a newbie or just looking to try something different, this book is perfect for you. You can make mood boards, inspiration pieces, artist trading cards, or even your own unique wall art. The sky's the limit! So don't wait any longer. Grab your scissors, and glue, and unleash your inner creativity with Witches' Tea Party Ephemera Book! Who is this for, you ask?It's the perfect gift for anyone looking to experiment with beautiful and amazing ephemeral images to cut out and collage. Plus, collage is making a comeback among artists and hobbyists who are searching for a fun and calming activity that produces a stunning finished product. So come on, let's join the fun and create something beautiful! Poortoast and Kate Curry carefully create each rich image. Please note that the content of this book was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence!
Summer Breeze Ephemera Book
Are you itching to create some awesome collages but not sure where to begin? Look no further than the Summer Breeze Ephemera Book! This book is packed with 25 sheets of paper art, including colorful illustrations of Peoples! You don't need to dig through old magazines or destroy your favorite books to find the perfect images. Whether you're a newbie or just looking to try something different, this book is perfect for you. You can make mood boards, inspiration pieces, artist trading cards, or even your own unique wall art. The sky's the limit! So don't wait any longer. Grab your scissors, and glue, and unleash your inner creativity with Summer Breeze Ephemera Book ! Who is this for, you ask?It's the perfect gift for anyone looking to experiment with beautiful and amazing ephemeral images to cut out and collage. Plus, collage is making a comeback among artists and hobbyists who are searching for a fun and calming activity that produces a stunning finished product. So come on, let's join the fun and create something beautiful! Poortoast and Kate Curry carefully create each rich image. Please note that the content of this book was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence!
Sci-Fi Ephemera Book
Are you itching to create some awesome collages but not sure where to begin? Look no further than the Sci-Fi Ephemera Book! This book is packed with 25 sheets of paper art, including colorful illustrations of High-Tech Products! You don't need to dig through old magazines or destroy your favorite books to find the perfect images. Whether you're a newbie or just looking to try something different, this book is perfect for you. You can make mood boards, inspiration pieces, artist trading cards, or even your own unique wall art. The sky's the limit! So don't wait any longer. Grab your scissors, and glue, and unleash your inner creativity with Sci-Fi Ephemera Book! Who is this for, you ask?It's the perfect gift for anyone looking to experiment with beautiful and amazing ephemeral images to cut out and collage. Plus, collage is making a comeback among artists and hobbyists who are searching for a fun and calming activity that produces a stunning finished product. So come on, let's join the fun and create something beautiful! Poortoast and Kate Curry carefully create each rich image. Please note that the content of this book was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence!
Cross Stitch Fairies
A delight for fairy fanatics--over fifty fabulous designs to enchant cross stitchers everywhere. It has been said that "fairies are not seen by the eyes but by the heart." The popular cross stitch designers invited to contribute their designs to this book have used their imagination to capture the qualities of the wee folk in this magical collection of fairy designs, to delight and inspire stitchers of all abilities. Enchanting project ideas range from bags to banners, cards to cushions and pot lids to pictures, with full color charts and step-by-step instructions for making up.
Drawing from your Imagination
A collection of sewing projects for Christmas wreaths and garlands to make the festive period even more special. Celebrated author and pattern designer, Mandy Shaw, shares her favourite Christmas sewing projects with us and shows us how to make beautiful Christmas decorations to decorate your home at this special time of year. The projects feature Mandy's favourite seasonal motifs including snowmen, reindeer, holly, doves and candy canes. Mandy shows us how to use her super simple techniques to make 11 different garlands, wreaths and Christmas cones. These projects make the perfect presents for friends and family or treat yourself and make your own home extra special this Christmas!
Online Marketing for Your Craft Business
A must have book if you are running a craft business and want to understand content marketing and social media networking to raise awareness of your handmade designs and learn how to sell your crafts online.If you are a creative or craft business owner selling crafts online through your blog, website or on handmade marketplaces, the desire to grow your online following can become addictive. Many people find they spend all day aimlessly clicking and tinkering with their craft blog, Facebook, Twitter and other social media accounts with no real strategy in place. They are inconsistent, they don't plan their content and they don't measure their results, they just feel drained and demotivated, unsure whether they are seeing a return on their investment of time. Many people end up resenting blogging and social media networking due to lacklustre sales results. Don't let this happen to your craft business!Social media networking and understanding content marketing is vital for successfully selling crafts online and raising awareness of your handmade business.In this eye-opening book, craft industry expert and social media professional, Hilary Pullen will help you develop a content strategy for online networking and digital marketing that will see you identify who you want to connect with, where you will connect with them online, and what type of things you want to share and say to them. Hilary will show you that when properly planned and managed, you will learn to love blogging about crafts and use social media as a fun marketing tool that can not only help you build traffic to your website and blog to boost sales of your handmade products, but also enhance your creativity and motivation.This book doesn't repeat the craft business books already on the market that tell you how to set up a craft business in order to sell your products online. It is not a basics book telling you to be chatty and sociable (like you didn't know already that being friendly was important!) It is full of practical tips to improve your online networking skills and save you precious time promoting your craft business, teaching you everything you need to know about online marketing, and how to set realistic measurable goals which will have a genuine positive impact on sales of your handmade products and boost brand awareness of your craft business. It will show you how blogging and social media can connect you not just to customers but importantly to industry influencers, the press and publishers who will share and champion your crafts.
Magical Cross Stitch
With easy-to-follow colour charts and complete step-by-step project making-up instructions, this title features 10 magical chapters with a range of cross stitch designs including the Celtic fairy queen, Chinese dragons, beautiful mermaids and a majestic unicorn.
The New Anchor Book of Freestyle Embroidery Stitches
The decorative and creative possibilities of freestyle embroidery are explored to the fullest in this indispensable book. Starting by covering basic techniques such as selecting fabrics and threads, transferring an embroidery design to fabric, and working with a hoop or frame, it goes on to explain 48 stitches in step-by-step detail. These are listed alphabetically, from Antwerp Edging to Wheatear Stitch, for ease. It is often said that an embroiderer can create beautiful work from just a few stitches; however the 16 new and original designs included show just how effective the varied selection of stitches can be to add texture to a design and take embroidery into another dimension. Celebration designs, fantastic flowers and lovely landscapes will inspire the embroiderer to begin extending their stitch repertoire today.
Fantasy Art Expedition
This title allows you to look at the features in your trusty sewing machine in a completely new light and discover how practical functions and stitch settings can become creative goldmines. A mixture of feature spreads that burst with tips, ideas, tricks, inspirations, and creative projects covering everything from applique and quilting to using scrap fabric for sewing that's a bit more 'off-piste'. The flexible 'dip-into' format makes for a highly accessible and inspirational product - funky page layouts hold a wealth of must-know bite-size information. It is a 'go-to' book that will be referred to again and again for sewing techniques and inspiration, even as the same reader's confidence and skills grow.
Home Sweet Sewn
"Home Sweet Sewn" is packed with projects, ideas and inspiration to add a unique homespun look to your interiors and accessories alike. It helps you to create fabulous projects that you will want, as well as need, with designs to reflect all aspects of your home and lifestyle, from cosy cushions and throws to an eye-catching apron. It also helps to explore a variety of easy-to-follow techniques, including patchwork, quilting, applique, rag rugging, embroidery and sewing with oilcloth. With designs to suit every season, these projects are guaranteed to be used and cherished day after day for years to come.
Japanese Sashiko Inspirations
Sashiko is the Japanese method of decorative stitching to create striking patterns on fabric with lines of simple running stitch. Bring a touch of the Orient to your home with 25 unique projects exploring 12 essential methods for working with sashiko. Gain inspiration from the traditional Japanese pieces which inspired the project designs and a gallery of the author's sashiko pieces. Each chapter features a taster project, ideal for beginners to try the technique, then more challenging larger pieces to perfect new skills.
Knitted Sock Sensations
Forget shoes; take your sock addiction to new lengths with this fun and flirtatious collection of 40 knitted socks designs, with an inspiring mix of cosy, quirky and chic.Pamper yourself with pedicure socks, pose in retro leg warmers, or relax in pretty ballet slippers. You won't be able to resist the tiny tiger feet and funky stripe toe socks.Variation designs will tempt you with a colourful range of irresistible sock yarns and stylish embellishments, such as beads, ribbons and pompoms.With clear patterns, stylish photography and easy-to-follow technique instructions, even novice knitters will be able to treat their feet.
Mini Patchwork Projects
Simple, patchwork projects for the discerning sewer and crafter.Choose from a collection of six patterns by up and coming pattern and fabric designer, Beth Studley.Turn your sewing space into an inspirational studio with these projects for sewers. Choose from gorgeous mini baskets to hold your sewing room accessories, clever clippy bunting to hang up your design ideas, references and postcards, and a handmade notebook cover to capture all your designs and drawings.
Flower Power Papercrafts
A fresh and fabulous collection of 50 hand picked papercraft projects inspired by all things floralSay it with flowers, with unique designs for birthdays, weddings, Christmas, Mother's day and much moreCreate gorgeous cards, stunning gifts, pretty tags and coordinating envelopes using an array of techniquesEasy-to-adapt designs and inspiring variations allow creativity to blossomDiscover dazzling embellishments and funky papers to complement any theme, perfect for that extra-special flowery flourishStyles include: Contemporary chicFloral fairiesFunky flowersTrue romanceVintage vogue
Bewitching Cross Stitch
Start your own fabric adventure with this inspiring collection of unique homestyle projects, combining new and recycled fabrics for vintage, homespun and retro results! Contains a variety of practical, yet pretty projects for you and your home, including cozy cushions, curtains, table linens, gift bags, irresistible handbags, cuddly toys and more Discover 20 inspiring ways to make the most of every last scrap of fabric, whether it's a luscious new textile, a pair of old jeans or a thrift-store bargain Make your house a home with chic cushions and curtains, liven up your look with colorful corsages and create charming keepsakes for your loved ones to treasure Follow the simple step-by-step instructions, clear patterns and colorful artworks to achieve wonderful results every time Packed with ideas to make the most of every last scrap of fabric, the step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow instructions fully explain simple embroidery skills and patchwork and appliqu矇 techniques, making this the perfect resource for crafters of all levels.
The New Anchor Book of Freestyle Embroidery Stitches
A fun and festive collection of crocheted Christmas baubles and decorations from five talented designers presented in 5 different Christmassy themes. Select one theme or mix and match to create your perfect Christmas tree decorations. The designs are suitable for all levels of crocheters and are quick and simple to make. Each theme offers five new patterns. Choose from Santa's Grotto which includes the classic Santa Claus with his reindeer to traditional Christmas trees, elves and a string of dancing gingerbread men; or why not crochet a delightful Frozen Winter Wonderland of snowflakes, snowmen, hearts and candy bows complete with a Snow Princess. Our Fairy Tale theme is sure to appeal to children and features a fancy Christmas fairy with a jolly pair of Christmas birds, red woodland toadstools and a characterful Christmas gnome If you are looking for something more sophisticated, you will be inspired by the stylish collection of Scandinavian Christmas baubles in classic red & white, complete with bunting or our stunning White Christmas theme featuring an amigurumi Christmas tree, with mistletoe baubles, snowflake bunting and Chinese lanterns with Christmas berries. All the patterns and instructions you need to crochet your bauble collection are included.
Cross Stitcher's Countdown To Christmas
Eight popular cross stitch designers have come together to bring readers the Cross Stitchers Countdown to Christmas. A ready resource of festive cross stitch motifs, each of the 25 chapters provide an inspirational way to create charming cards, beautiful keepsakes and delightful items for the home. Designs range from the classic to the contemporary and many are ideal to stitch in an evening or a weekend - perfect for that busy time of year. With clear color charts, photographs and easy-to-follow stitching instructions, readers will be well on their way to stitching something special this Christmas.
Quick & Clever Acrylics
Be inspired to get crafting with this fun collection of 101 unique vintage-themed projects. Create stunning crafts for yourself or as gifts for friends and family, with a huge selection of vintage projects to choose from, including a vintage button necklace, suffolk puff rings, fondant fancies, fabric pin cushion, crochet hot water bottle cover, and vintage tea stand. The beautiful projects cover food and drink, home and garden, fashion, and gifts giving you the opportunity to try something new and expand your crafting skills from sewing and knitting to papercraft and cake decorating! Every project is quick and simple to make with easy to follow step-by-step instructions and there is a helpful techniques section at the back of the book, so you'll be a crafting pro in no time. This stunning collection of craft projects will inspire you to stitch, craft and create your very own vintage lifestyle!
All Our Yesterdays Cross Stitch Collection
Faye Whittaker's All Our Yesterdays cross stitch designs are among DMC Creative World's best-selling kits; an ever-popular licence that has been running for ten years. The 33 nostalgic designs depict charming images of bygone days, and reflect upon the pleasure and excitement of childhood and occasions from the turn of the 20th century.This title includes clear colour charts and photographs, easy-to-follow stitching instructions and inspiring project ideas for adapting the designs. Faye's original watercolours are featured throughout, alongside nostalgic rhymes and sayings that will evoke memories of bygone days.DMC Creative World is a worldwide textile company established in France over 250 years ago and now has subsidiaries throughout the world. It has built a reputation for excellence in the global needlecraft market and specialises in hand embroidery products, threads, fabrics and kits.
Making Jewellery with Gemstone Beads
The basis of all the quilts in this book is just half a Jelly Roll. Each Jelly Roll makes two different quilt designs - each made from twenty strips from the Jelly Roll. Readers will be delighted to find they get two quilts for the price of one. The two designs from the same strip roll look totally different both in design and color. Each is described with step-by-step instructions and diagrams. Readers can cut their own twenty strips from their fabric stash, and will find loads of inspiration for making a range of cot quilts, play-mats and wall hangings for their loved ones. Any of the designs can be adapted to make a larger quilt by referring to the vital statistics section, which contains all the required information and a few small calculations to make any size quilt the reader wants.
Micro Mosaics
A fantastic selection of cross stitch patterns for alphabets for kids, from leading designers and authors. Featuring strong designs across a range of styles, with clear, full-colour cross stitch charts and easy-to-follow sewing instructions for each project.
Paper Fold It
Discover the versatility of techniques possible in folding paper through this beautiful collection of original project designs. This title features six core paper folding techniques, including teabag folding, origami, and iris folding - essential knowledge for every papercrafter! Over 25 original projects make unique gifts for many occasions, including Christmas, birthdays and anniversaries. Novice papercrafters can follow the clear, specially drawn step-by-step artworks, while more experienced crafters will be inspired by the many design variations and ideas.
Quilt Yourself Gorgeous
Talented author Mandy Shaw shares her fresh approach to quilting with an emphasis on fun, fast results, and fabulous quilts!Full step-by-step instructions guide you through 10 gorgeous quilting projects ti stitch and sew that have plenty of 'wow' factor, but won't take a lifetime to complete.All the projects can be made using fat quarters and when the main project is finished, Mandy shows you how to use up the remaining scraps of fabric to sew delightful accessories, toys, home decor items and gifts. Projects include wall hangings, a cot quilt, picnic rug and 'Welcome' sampler.With a clear and comprehensive section covering techniques, tips and templates, this is a book for quilters and sewing enthusiasts to dip into again and again.
3D Rubber Stamping
Pebble Pets features a unique collection of delightful pebble and paper animal designs that are packed with personality, making them the perfect desktop companion. The 30 loveable creatures are created with easy techniques including layering pebbles with paper, creating faux fur from handmade paper and moulding modelling clay to create cute accessories to accompany the pets, including collars, bones, dishes and beds. The easy-to-follow techniques and clear step-by-step instructions combined with adorable photography make it hard to resist these newfound friends.
Crafting Cross Stitch Cards
A fabulous collection featuring 180 amazing quick-to-make cards is brought to you by a host of talented craft designers. Each of the 20 chapters focuses on an essential card-making technique, then features a main illustrated step-by-step project and 8 further inspirational card ideas. With practical advice, clear step-by-step instructions throughout and easy-to-follow colour photographs, novice crafters will enjoy learning new skills. The more experienced papercrafter will be inspired by the huge variety of techniques and design ideas, including quilling, wirework and beading. With so many cards and techniques to choose from, every crafter will find this an inspirational and invaluable resource for every card occasion!
Acrylic Landscapes In A Weekend
Readers will love this collection of 15 fresh, modern designs for corner to corner crochet. Corner to corner crochet - also known as C2C and 'graphgans' - is the perfect way to create colourful, graphic designs which stitch up fast, without having to learn complex colourwork techniques. Using basic crochet stitches it's possible to create stunning, contemporary designs for home decor items and accessories.This is the first collection of contemporary 'grown up' C2C patterns: there are lots of C2C 'graphgan' patterns available but they mostly focus on characters from popular culture and are aimed at parents or grandparents making blankets for children - this is a more sophisticated collection of blankets, home decor and accessories.Author, Jess Coppom, has brought a really fresh take to this style of crochet with a collection of 15 modern projects all made using the C2C technique. Readers can choose from patterns for six different afghans or blankets including a monochrome throw and a beautiful Mexican style blanket. Other projects include pillows, a bathroom rug and some stunning accessories such as a poncho, shawl and cowl.
Stash Buster Quilts
Is your fabric hoard growing on a daily basis, taking over shelves, spilling out of drawers, stacking up on chairs? Take action now - make a stash-buster quilt! Lynne Edwards, world-renowned quilt maker, teacher and author of the bestselling Making Scrap Quilts to Use It Up!, continues her campaign to help you reduce your fabric collection, leaving you free to go out and buy more!In this colourful book, 20 scrap quilt projects are described in step-by-step detail, complete with easy-to-follow piecing diagrams. Additional quilts are pictured to provide added inspiration for combining your leftover fabrics. Time-saving techniques are featured to help your quilt grow speedily.Arranged in six chapters, the book starts with Layer Cake quilts, where several squares of fabric are layered and then cut into wedges, just like cutting the slices of a layer cake, to create three different scrap quilts, each with a variation. The next chapter, Stitch a Strip, looks at quilt designs made from patchwork strips, while Squaring it Up gives you quilt designs to make from fabric squares. The Bits and Pieces chapter looks at joining different shaped pieced into attractive blocks and designs. Finally, the Small but Satisfying chapter includes a selection of smaller projects from bags to soft toys to ensure every last scrap is used!The book ends Lynne's expert advice for finishing a quilt including how to add borders to your quilt, how to attach the quilt backing, how to bind a quilt and advice on quilting the finished item.So, don't let your fabric obsession get the better of you - get creative, use up that stash and then you'll have the perfect excuse to restock!
Chic and Unique Beaded Jewelry
Be dazzled by this beautiful collection of 55 beaded jewellery projects brought to you by a host of talented craft designers. You can create sparkling necklaces, cute charm bracelets, eye-catching earrings and stylish watches from a range of simply gorgeous beads. You can explore a wide variety of easy-to-follow techniques, including bead-weaving, bead stitching and twisting wire. With practical advice, clear step-by-step instructions and striking colour photographs, even novice beaders will enjoy learning new skills.
The Knitter's Bible - Knitted Accessories
This work is a collection of over 30 stylish knitted accessories for all seasons, from gloves and scarfs, to hats and ponchos. Styles vary from silky skinny scarfs, funky brimmed hats and chic city sets to a pretty lace shawl and cute mittens. It takes into account the exciting choice of yarns available to the modern knitter, and focuses on using these to maximum effect. Variation ideas take the projects further, showing different patterns, yarns and styles through detailed photography and colourful artworks. Easy-to-follow techniques ensure great results, whether giving a simple scarf a professional finish, or adding an eyecatching trim to an embellished hat.
The Knitter's Bible - Knitted Bags
From the best-selling author of The Knitter's Bible - over 100,000 copies sold!A collection of over 25 gorgeous knitted bags for every occasion, from cool and casual to smart and stylish.Styles vary from a basic beginners bag and cute little pouches to practical tote bags, roomy back packs and knit-chick handbags.Takes into account the exciting choice of yarns available to the modern knitter, and focuses on using these to maximum effect.Variation ideas take the projects further, showing different patterns, yarns and styles through detailed photography.Easy to follow instructions ensure great results, whether trying knitting techniques such as cables, fair isle or felting, adding a zip, straps or a handle, or stitching on motifs and embellishments.
