Crochet Squares
30 magical crochet square designs for clothes, accessories, and the home. A square is a small, repeatable crochet project that is versatile and easy to take with you wherever you go. You can use them individually or you can join endless amounts of squares together to build up patterns that can give you everything from mug coasters to duvet covers. In this book, Maria Gullberg has designed different types of squares including classic and easy granny squares, new and interesting designs of squares and hexagons, as well as mosaic crochet squares. They can be used for all kinds of projects, from jumpers, shawls, and waistcoats to rugs, cushion covers, and bags: the possibilities really are endless. Each square can be joined together in as many ways as you can think of. There are pattern examples with clear instructions if you're looking for inspiration or specific designs, or you can make it up as you go along mixing patterns and choosing your own colorways. In this book you'll discover squares to crochet that you'll never have seen before. With projects suitable for all abilities, from beginner through to intermediate and advanced, there's plenty to ignite your imagination.
Knitting in the Old Way
Learn from These Master Knitters How to Create Your Own Splendid Sweaters!"Reading this wonderful book is like taking a master class with two of the most knowledgeable, gifted, and generous teachers in the modern knitting community."-Melanie Falick, author of Weekend Knitting, Kids Knitting, and Knitting in America, and co-author of Knitting for Baby"If this book were a movie, it would evoke Lawrence of Arabia-an epic tale of passion, dedication, and persistence. Here the authors pursue the unwritten knitting tradition of those old-time and ethnic knitters who created well-fitting sweaters using a mental schematic instead of written instructions."-Library Journal starred review"When it seems there's nothing more to learn about knitting, I pick up a book by Priscilla Gibson-Roberts and I'm inspired by my craft all over again. There's nothing 'old' about Knitting in the Old Way-on the contrary, it's the book to turn to for the excitement of the new."-Pam Allen, Editor of Interweave Knits and author of Knitting for DummiesYou've mastered the basic knitting stitches and you want to create that sweater you have in mind, or one similar to a beautiful sweater you saw. How to proceed? Traditional knitters have created beautiful sweaters for centuries without the aid of line-by-line instructions, and now you have a guide that will help you build those same skills. Knitting in the Old Way provides you with 15 master plans, 85 design samples, and 233 charts that will help you create your own designs and make sweaters that actually fit. It also gives advice on selecting yarns, various knitting methods, and how to solve common pattern problems.This book is also available from Echo Point Books as a paperback (ISBN 1635619580).
Magical Origami Gnomes
Step into a paper folding world of charm, mischief, and pointy hats!Inside this magical origami guide, you'll meet 38 unique gnome designs, each accompanied by a short, humorous story that brings your creation to life. From simple to intermediate folds, these whimsical personalities are perfect for beginners, enthusiasts, and gnome-loving adventures of all ages.Explore five enchanting chapters: Welcome Gnomes - your friendly first folds and tour guides. Mountain Gnomes - sturdy and wise, keepers of caves and crystals. Tinker Gnomes - quirky inventors with gears and big ideas. Forest Gnomes - gentle, nature-loving guardians of the woods. Mischievous Gnomes - pranksters with wild grins and clever tricks.Designed by origami master John Montroll, the models show the whimsical side of origami.Pointy hats. Big fun. Fold at your own delight.
Rifle Stock Making for the Beginner
Rifle Stock Making for the Beginner is a complete guide to rifle stockmaking, covering the stockmaking process from start to finish. The book contains information about rifle stock materials, how to select a stock blank or make your own blanks, how to design, cut, inlet, shape, sand, checker (or stipple), and finish the stock, in detail. The book deals with various stock designs such as traditional walnut stocks and laminated target-shooting stocks, and discusses the design considerations necessary to make a well-fitting rifle stock, such as length of pull, pitch, drop, cast and more. The book contains illustrations and pictures throughout, showing different tools and techniques. The book is geared toward beginners who do not have specialized stockmaker's tools, like for example a duplicator router, and shows how to still accomplish work of professional quality.
Trinkets
Create your own collection of adorable, hand-sewn felt food friends. Trinkets invites you into a whimsical world of felt creations. With Cat Rabbit's playful designs and step-by-step instructions, you'll learn to make more than twenty charming foodie felt friends, from a lucky pickle or baby mayo, to a good apple or sweet peach. The projects in this book only require a small handful of materials--often things you can find around the house--and can be crafted in a matter of minutes once you have the steps down pat. Complete with step-by-step instructions and photographs, this book is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Create decorations for special occasions, sweet gifts for friends, or your own handmade companions to treasure forever with this outrageously cute craft guidebook.
Snow Be It!
Learn how to make the perfect holiday wreath and plenty more festive fun activities! Learn how to make the perfect holiday wreath to adorn your front door with a step-by-step guide that even the littlest elf can follow. Then move onto other holiday activities like making an advent calendar so you can count down the days to the twenty-fifth; preparing a custom snack tray to leave out for Santa and the reindeer; building a sturdy snowman; and how to trim a tree to perfection. Then turn your attention to crafting the perfect festive table, whipping up some steaming mulled wine, eggnog, or a fizzy festive cocktail to entertain your guests, before impressing them all with a showstopping feast with all the trimmings. Transform your festive fun with twenty-nine ideas for the most wonderful time of year!
Magical Origami Gnomes
Step into a paper folding world of charm, mischief, and pointy hats!Inside this magical origami guide, you'll meet 38 unique gnome designs, each accompanied by a short, humorous story that brings your creation to life. From simple to intermediate folds, these whimsical personalities are perfect for beginners, enthusiasts, and gnome-loving adventures of all ages.Explore five enchanting chapters: Welcome Gnomes - your friendly first folds and tour guides. Mountain Gnomes - sturdy and wise, keepers of caves and crystals. Tinker Gnomes - quirky inventors with gears and big ideas. Forest Gnomes - gentle, nature-loving guardians of the woods. Mischievous Gnomes - pranksters with wild grins and clever tricksDesigned by origami master John Montroll, the models show the whimsical side of origami.Pointy hats. Big fun. Fold at your own delight.
Origami Paper 500 Sheets Kaleidoscope Patterns 6 (15 CM)
This origami pack contains 500 mesmerizing origami papers printed with colorful kaleidoscope designs and patterns. These exciting paper patterns were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 different designs unique to this pack, and all of the papers are printed in coordinating colors on the reverse to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back of the sheets. This origami paper pack includes: 500 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique designs Over 40 sheets of paper for each design Vibrant and bright colors Double-sided color6 x 6 inch (15 cm) sheets Instructions for 6 easy origami projects
Origami Animals Kit
Create colorful and fun origami animals with ease using this beginner-friendly kit from world-renowned origami artist, Michael LaFosse! From frogs and butterflies to seals and dogs, this kit offers a diverse collection of animal paper craft projects perfect for folders of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced paper folder, Origami Animals Kit provides everything you need to start crafting stunning, traditional animal designs and modern twists on classics. The kit includes: A full-color 64-page bookletStep-by-step diagrams and instructions for 45 fun projects98 sheets of 6 3/4 inch square folding paper in 8 vibrant colors and patterns, plus a sheet of gold foilThese simple, easy-to-follow folds make it perfect for kids and adults alike, with no paint or glue required--just unpack and start folding! Projects include: CobraElephant HeadJumping FrogHorseshoe CrabDinosaurHusky PupCraneAnd many more...Whether for a fun gift, a home decoration, or creating a personal origami zoo, Origami Animals Kit is a delightful way to bring your paper creations to life!
Ceramics: A Green Approach
From extracting clay to exporting your work, this is a practical guide to producing unique ceramic pieces with minimal environmental impact. Being a green potter is not an easy feat. Historically, a lot more attention is given to the finished pieces coming out of the kiln rather than to the damages made throughout the designing and making processes. However, as we progress into the twenty first century, and our awareness of our impact on the environment increases, caring for our planet in the studio has never been more important. In this book, Kevin Millward explores how potters and ceramicists can be more responsible in sourcing and using the planet's finite resources. With tips for the whole making process such as firing, choosing fuels, extracting clays and raw materials, reclaiming water and glazes, disposing of ceramic materials, packing and shipping, this is a comprehensive guide to producing extraordinary pieces. By accepting and embracing a green approach in ceramic processes, we are setting out an example for future generations and paving the way for a more creative and respectful industry.
Spinning in the Old Way
Lean this Simple Method for Making Your Own Beautiful, Durable YarnSpinning in the Old Way is master spinner and knitter Priscilla Gibson-Roberts' complete guide to the craft of taking unspun fiber and turning it into perfect yarns with simple, inexpensive tools. Whether you're a newcomer to fiber crafts or a seasoned knitter or spinner, this book is indispensable.Using thorough instructions and clear, detailed illustrations, Gibson-Roberts demonstrates that spinning is simple to learn, easy to do, economical, versatile, and efficient. All that's needed to begin is a spindle, some fiber, and a length of wool yarn. The technique she presents will produce a variety of high-quality yarns-woolen or worsted, high-twist or low-twist, fine or bulky-which can be utilized anywhere for any amount of idle time. Weavers and knitters alike will find nothing but pleasure in following this simple, straightforward "high-whorl" method. In no time, practitioners will be producing their own beautiful, durable yarn. This book is also available from Echo Point Books as a hardcover (ISBN 1635619599).
Gnomes to Crochet
Gnomes sweet gnomes! 20 colorful crocheted gnomes to make, gift and love, from best-selling author, Val Pierce. Welcome to Val Pierce's world of amigurumi gnomes to crochet! Beginner-friendly, whimsical and bursting at the seams with fun, these adorable gnomes are brilliant stash-busters and make thoughtful gifts your loved ones will cherish. Choose from 20 different projects for a range of occasions including: a heart-themed Valentine's Gnome for that special someonea pocket-sized Keyring Gnome with a daffodil hat adorned with bees and bugsa Rainbow gnome with a fabulous rainbow outfit and matching umbrellaa Baby Gnome with a baby bear bonnet and milk bottlea Halloween Gnome complete with his own pumpkin, perfect for spooky seasonand Santa and Mrs Claus Gnomes to fill your house with festive cheer.With an average height of between 5.5-6.5in, plus the smaller keyring and larger pillow projects, these friendly little gnomes are the perfect way to make use of your yarn stash. With a short and sweet techniques section to get you started, you'll be filling up your home with cheeky bearded friends in gnome time!
Full Circle Moments
Dein Planner f羹r mehr Struktur, Inspiration und Leichtigkeit im Alltag. Dieses Buch vereint Kalender, Journal und Notizbuch in einem und bietet eine stilvolle M繹glichkeit, den Alltag zu organisieren, Gedanken zu ordnen und Ziele zu verfolgen. Die klare Gestaltung schafft Struktur, w瓣hrend inspirierende Impulse zur Selbstreflexion und pers繹nlichen Entwicklung anregen - ganz ohne Druck. Dank undatierter Wochen羹bersichten l瓣sst sich der Planner jederzeit starten. Auch Pausen, etwa im Urlaub, sind problemlos m繹glich: Jede Seite bleibt nutzbar, ohne dass etwas verloren geht. So passt sich der Planner flexibel dem eigenen Rhythmus an. Ideal f羹r alle, die funktionale Planung mit 瓣sthetischem Anspruch verbinden m繹chten - f羹r ein achtsames, kreatives und gut organisiertes Leben.
My Bird Mandala Coloring Book
Unwind with serene bird mandala designs--your perfect coloring escape! Bird lovers will delight in this intricate coloring book featuring beautiful, full-page, illustrated mandala-style designs with hummingbirds, flamingos, parakeets, and bird motifs! The oversized pages (11.5" x 11.5") showcase dazzling, complex mandala designs incorporating other nature motifs like flowers, leaves, branches, and more. Each coloring page is adorned with an inspiring quote on the back, making your coloring experience fun and relaxing without worrying about bleed-through. While this coloring book is wonderful for all ages, adults will appreciate the intricate details in popular adult coloring books. My Bird Mandala Coloring Book will provide hours of colorful fun and relaxation. Color gorgeous bird-inspired mandalas to destress! 30 oversized coloring pages showcase complex mandala designs that feature a variety of birds, such as hummingbirds, parrots, sparrows, cranes, and owls as well as leaves, feathers, branches, berries and so much more! A great gift for all ages! These detailed illustrations will provide hours of fun and relaxation
Random Acts of Crochet Kindness
Discover the worldwide movement spreading kindness and love through the power of crochet! Create 25 sweet and simple crocheted items to label with love and place in your local community, ready to brighten someone else's day. Random Acts of Crochet Kindness (RAOCK) has a simple purpose: create something special and then leave it out in the world for someone else to pick up and enjoy. These tiny acts of everyday magic have captivated fans worldwide - the #RandomActsOfCrochetKindness hashtag has been used by countless people sharing their testimonies of being touched by the thoughtfulness of strangers. After a personal tragedy, author and founder Olivia Dieterich started the movement to channel her sadness into creativity. She found that in addition to the boost to her own mental health, each small act of kindness had a profound effect on someone else's day as well. Inside is everything you need to get involved: A beginner-friendly crochet how-to section, explaining every stitch and technique step by step25 crochet patterns a range of quick makes that you can create in under an hour, including flowers, rainbows, stars, hearts, smiley faces, a sunshine, and more'Guest' designs from a range of well-known crochet designers, including Sarah-Jayne Fragola (@BellaCoco), Sarah-Jane Hicks (@flo_and_dot), Natasha Emmerson (@love.indy_) and Alexandra Lund (@nattythread)A guide to making labels, with templates to copy, wording to adapt or borrow, and ideas for where to place your 'acts of kindness'Olivia's story, the journey of RAOCK into a global movement, plus real-life stories from members of the groupKindness is contagious, so pass it on!
Sew Your Own Nursery Rhyme: Wheels on the Bus
The wheels on the bus go round and round - all day long! Bring this beloved nursery rhyme to life in tactile, easy-to-sew felt: perfect for play time and story time! Jump aboard this fabulous playtime bus, and join a collection of busy little bears on an exciting day out around town. Discover how to make the bus (complete with windscreen wipers to swish and a horn to beep, not to mention wheels that really do go round and round), the bears, a stretch of road to make as long or short as you like, and even a bus stop for picking up and dropping off passengers - all from gorgeously tactile felt. The bus is perfect for playing with and storing the characters and makes the ideal accompaniment to rhyme time and story time! Based on the popular stop-motion animation by Little Woolly Vision, the bus and its host of happy passengers will provide hours of interactive, hands-on play. Simply follow the step-by-step instructions and use the templates to create your own irresistible collection of bears, all ready to ride the moving bus. The book features: easy-to-follow patterns for the bus, the driver and all the passengers and accessoriesbasic stitches, simple sewing techniques and very few materialsfull-size or easily scalable templates for all the makes including the moving busThis is the second book in the Sew Your Own Nursery Rhyme series; for more rhyme time fun down on the farm discover Sew Your Own Nursery Rhyme Old MacDonald (9781800922907). Visit www.littlewoollyvision.com or @LittleWoollyVision on YouTube to watch (and sing along with!) the original animation. Or visit nudinits.com to discover the author's best-selling cheeky knits for grown-ups!
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