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POM POM POM - Henry Le

So you think you know how to make a pompom? Try these and take your skills up a notch or two! The fabulous pompoms in Pom Pom Pom by Vietnamese artist Henry Le, make other pompoms look distinctly ordinary. . There are 50 fun and fashionable designs to create, from animals and emojis to sushi and cakes. Each project is accompanied by simple instructional diagrams and beautiful photography. . Plus there's step-by-step text and photographs for when you need to learn something that's extra to the basic pompom techniques covered at the start of the book. . In addition to the array of pompom projects, there's a section showing how to turn these adorable little pompoms into cute accessories, including rings, pendants, earrings and keyrings. Make them in different colours to suit your outfits, and give them as gifts to friends. Once you've mastered the techniques, you can come up with your own unique designs. AUTHOR: Henry Le is a pompom artist and owner of Pompom Wonderland, located in Vietnam. Henry studied Graphic Design at University and is also highly skilled in fine art. SELLING POINTS: . Create accessories, jewelry, keyrings and more. . Projects accompanied by step-by-step text and photographs. . 50 designs for extraordinary pompoms. Includes diagrams, 587 photographs, 61 illustrations, 11 templates, full colour throughout

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KNITTED CARS AND TRUCKS - Sarah Keen

Live life in the knitted fast lane with these super-cool, super-sized knitted cars and trucks for children to enjoy.

Wave goodbye to little metal vehicles being driven into furniture and painful feet from treading on small plastic parts, and say hello to these wonderfully soft, squishy four-wheelers. Complete with a knitted road playmat to drive them on and accessories such as traffic lights and cones to add to the fun, children will get many hours of playtime from these fabulous projects.

Vehicles include a 4 x 4, London bus, fire engine, police car, bulldozer, racing car, London black cab, articulated lorry, tractor, tanker, crane, ambulance, recyling truck, limousine, camper van, a car with a caravan and a car breakdown rescue vehicle.

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Crochet Know-How

Whether you are just learning to crochet, or you are seldom separated from your hook and yarn, there will always be times when you need instruction – or just a reminder – on a particular technique or stitch, and even the most experienced crocheter may not know all the tips and wrinkles included here. Crochet Know-How has step-by-step instructions accompanied by clear colour artworks, showing you how to do everything from basic double and treble crochet, to increasing and decreasing, working in the round and in spirals, and changing colour. If you want to know how to get started, everything from making a slip stitch and working out your tension to blocking your finished make is covered. For more experienced makers, useful tips on making raised stitches, creating bobbles and clusters, and creating ribbing in crochet will all help you achieve a perfect finish to your makes.

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The New Crochet (A Beginner's Guide) - Marion Madel

A fresh, upscale approach to crochet, with 38 simple projects presented in 25 comprehensive yet easy-to-understand lessons for anyone just picking up this craft.

Crochet gets a chic makeover in this beginner-friendly book from French designer and crochet teacher Marion Madel. The 38 quick and easy projects include oversized scarves, cozy cowls, lacy shawls, decorative embellishments, bags, and much more. In 25 lessons, beginners will steadily build their repetoire of crochet skills, each one presented in detailed step-by-step photos, from creating foundation chains to decreasing and increasting stitches to crocheting in the round. For each lesson, the accompanying patterns offer the chance to try out new stitch patterns and techniques while creating a collection of beautiful garments and accessories that go far beyond typical "beginner's" projects.

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A Beginners Guide to Sewing with Knitted Fabrics - Wendy Ward

Follow Wendy Ward's tutorials to make a collection of comfortable and stylish garments. Wendy's style is functional but beautiful basics, and you will learn the skills to make garments out of knitted fabrics that drape beautifully and are a joy to wear. There are t-shirts, wide-leg trousers, lounge pants, tank tops, cardigans, skirts and dresses made in versatile fabrics that can be dressed up or down. Both beginners and more experienced dressmakers often avoid using knitted fabrics, but Wendy will show you how to successfully sew them with just a regular sewing machine. You will learn essential skills with the help of a comprehensive techniques section that includes a guide to different types of knitted fabrics and their uses (including jersey, sweatshirt fabric, boiled wool and many more), how to prepare them for making clothes, setting up your sewing machine, which needles you need, sewing seams and hems, and using elastic. There are also full-size patterns for every garment included at the back of the book, so you will have all the information you need to start making your own perfect wardrobe!

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How to Sew Sustainably - Wendy Ward

Wendy Ward teaches you all the skills you need to refashion garments and reuse fabric from existing pieces you already own, plus ways to use leftover scraps to make household items and to customise your clothes. Each chapter focuses on a different technique, for instance novel ways to join small fabric pieces, using larger pieces to make pieced household items and clothing, and easy ways to refashion existing clothing. Her ‘minimal waste' mentality will help you to make garments based on your body measurements, and there's a useful section on mending techniques. Wendy also covers the ethical issues involved in buying new, from shopping locally to choosing your fibres carefully and supporting small businesses and other crafters. There is a comprehensive chapter covering all the sewing techniques used, from seam and hem basics through to tips on unpicking recycled garments. Each section includes projects using the techniques covered – a total of 20 makes that can be adapted to the materials you have to hand.

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MACRAMÉ - Tansy Wilson & Sian Hamilton

Discover the art of macramé with 11 projects perfect for the beginner and more advanced alike. Projects and techniques have fully illustrated step-by-step instructions that make learning macramé quick and stress free! With projects ranging from making a simple wall hanging that’s great for a beginner to a useful market bag with T-shirt yarn for the more advanced crafter, this book will give the reader hours of creative fun and relaxation.

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CROCHETED BEES, BUGS & BUTTERFLIES - Vanessa Mooncie

Crocheted Bees, Bugs & Butterflies is a stunning collection of 10 exquisite crochet projects including moths, beetles, butterflies and other insects.

The incredible insects and beautiful bugs in this book are such works of art that even those who are normally scared of many-legged beasties can’t fail to be charmed by them. Made using various yarns, plus metallic and nylon threads, these projects incorporate beads and sequins to give astounding results. The legs are wired, and the designs use a variety of crochet stitches and some embroidered details. Each project includes clear step-by-step instructions and stunning photography. The book includes an extensive and beautifully illustrated techniques section explaining everything you need to know to embark on these wonderful projects. Once completed the projects can either be worn as an accessory, such as a brooch or hair decoration, or they can be mounted in a frame or bell jar for display.

Projects include: Bumblebee, Stag Beetle, Cicada, Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly, Leopard Moth, Mirror Spider and Christmas Beetle.

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Contemporary Home Knits - Jody Long

Tastefully decorate your home with stylish, handmade accents, as designed by top knitting designer Jody Long. Starting with an introduction to basic techniques used throughout the book, creating your first project will be a breeze. Using the simplest techniques, Jody has created a collection that is practical yet extremely attractive for the whole home, including, a tea cosy, table set, wall hangings, throws, rugs, baskets to cushions of all shapes and sizes, and even bunting. Each project has easy to follow instructions with full colour photos to help even the most novice knitter to achieve results. For anyone looking to spruce up their home with some of these delightful knits, Contemporary Home Knits is the book for you. This book includes contemporary and stylish designs for every room, easy-to-follow instructions, quick knitting patterns using chunky yarns, and great stash-busting projects. AUTHOR: Jody Long has designed for all the major U.K. and U.S. knitting magazines and has designed for knitting mills around the globe. He is the author of Adorable Baby Knits, Knitted Toys, and Little Knits for Little Feet. He lives in Spain

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PRACTICAL SEW & MEND

A practical ‘make do and mend’ guide to help you fix your favourite pair of trousers or alter that special charity shop find. With basic sewing hints and tips, you can revive your existing wardrobe and save money at the same time! From sewing on a button to taking up a hem, everything is clearly explained so that even complete beginners can successfully tackle these tasks and more.

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10,000 KNITTED HATS - Jo Allport

10,000 Knitted Hats is a fun and clever flip-page instruction book for designing and building your own unique headwear creations.

This interactive knitting book contains photographs of different hat brims, bodies and crowns that can be combined in a total of 10,626 ways to create unique hat patterns. Once you’ve chosen your design, turn over the pages for the correct written pattern for that combination of parts. You can then use the handy embellishments section to add any extra features to the basic design.

The hat brims, bodies and crowns use many stitches, some familiar and others new. Find colour work, both easy and more challenging, along with slipped-stitch patterns, cables, lace and texture, all explained clearly in the handy techniques section. Aimed at all ability levels, there is something for everyone. You’ll never need another hat book!

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THE GENTLEMAN’S WARDROBE - Vanessa Mooncie

For debonair gentlemen who eschew denim in favour of tweed, and feel that grooming and gallantry should not be consigned to history, this book will prove extremely diverting. Featuring a cornucopia of elegant garments and accessories to sew, this beautifully illustrated tome is full of inspiration and charm. Including beautiful garments such as pyjamas, waistcoat, trousers and jacket, plus indispensable accessories such as cravat, flat cap and wallet there’s something for every fellow who’s looking to be more urbane than urban. Whether you make these smart projects for yourself or a loved one, this selection of spiffing sartorial gems will put a spring in anyone’s step.

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Sewing Know-How

A complete guide to the stitches, techniques and finishing touches that every sewer needs to know. Whether you want to learn new techniques or brush up on the basics, this is the perfect reference guide to keep by your side as you sew. Step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow artworks show you how to master everything from preparing a pattern and cutting out your fabric, to applying zips and making hems and darts. If you are a beginner, the first chapter takes you through all the tools you will need, including a sewing machine, pins, needles and scissors. For experienced dressmakers, tips on French seams, making buttonholes and topstitching will help you achieve a perfect finish. Whatever your skill level, this essential handbook will build your confidence and abilities, giving you all the foundations for creating beautiful projects.

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50 KNITTED DOLLS - Sarah Keen

Delight children and adults alike by creating a whole host of fabulous knitted characters from this latest book by best-selling author, Sarah Keen. Inside you’ll find 50 knitted dolls in costume and work attire, including graduates, a doctor, fire fighter, painter and decorator, ballerina, bride and groom, spaceman, snowman, fitness instructor and mountaineer, to name just a few. All the projects are made from DK yarn, which is easy to wash, durable and child-friendly. These adorable dolls make perfect gifts for loved ones.

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SIMPLE CROCHETED HATS - Vanessa Mooncie

These beautifully designed crocheted hats are just the thing for getting you noticed on a cold winter’s day. There are 15 easy projects, from beanies to berets, all clearly presented and beautifully photographed. Even those with no previous crocheting experience will be whipping up stylish hats in next to no time.

At the back of the book the basic crochet techniques are clearly explained, including how to add a lining for extra cosiness. Sizes are included for children and adults so all the family can have their own handmade hat.

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Sewing Machine Basics - Jane Bolsover

In the climate of 'make do and mend', sales of sewing machines have soared, but many are only accompanied by a difficult-to-understand technical manual. Here, Jane Bolsover provides a comprehensive guide for beginners. Starting with an essential overview of the sewing machine, learn how to thread it and wind bobbins, why tension is important and which needles to choose. There's information on the basic sewing kit you will need, plus advice on which fabrics to choose and how to cut out. The chapters then build into a complete sewing course, and at the end of each chapter is a simple project to consolidate the skills you have just mastered. The projects include items for the home, including a cushion cover and a lampshade, stylish accessories, such as bags and scarves, plus great clothing basics, such as an A-line skirt and a simple shift dress. Also included at the back of the book is a full-size pull-out paper pattern section.

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SIMPLE TAILORING & ALTERATIONS - J Francois-Campbell

Revamp your wardrobe and maximize its usage with this comprehensive practical guide to maintaining and altering your clothes. Acclaimed costumier and expert tailor J François-Campbell guides you through ten tailoring techniques, covering everything from replacing buttons to changing a garment’s shape. If you’re looking for better fitting clothes or simply to prolong the life of your garments, this book will show you how with easy to follow step-by-step instructions. Chapters cover alterations on skirts, dresses, trousers, jackets, shirts, coats, capes, overalls, waistcoats and ties.

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Harry Potter - An official colouring book - Hufflepuff

Grab your coloured pencils—it's time for colouring wizardry! Show your house pride with intricate all-new artwork of characters, iconic objects, and magical places from the Harry Potter films, all themed to house Hufflepuff. Featuring important house moments from the Triwizard Tournament, Yule Ball, feasts, and so much more, this colouring book is jam-packed with special designs and scenes every loyal Hufflepuff will love.

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Harry Potter - An official colouring book - Ravenclaw

Grab your coloured pencils—it's time for colouring wizardry! Show your house pride with intricate all-new artwork of characters, iconic objects, and magical places from the Harry Potter films, all themed to house Ravenclaw. Featuring important house moments from the Sorting Ceremony, Yule Ball, feasts, and so much more, this colouring book is jam-packed with special designs and scenes every wise Ravenclaw will love.

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Harry Potter - An official colouring book - Slytherin

Grab your coloured pencils — it's time for colouring wizardry! Show your house pride with intricate, all-new artwork of characters, iconic objects, and magical places from the Harry Potter films, all themed to house Slytherin. Featuring important house moments from the Sorting Ceremony, Yule Ball, feasts, and so much more, this colouring book is jam-packed with special designs and scenes every cunning Slytherin will love.

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Harry Potter - An official colouring book - Gryffindor

Grab your coloured pencils — it's time for colouring wizardry! Show your house pride with intricate, all-new artwork of characters, iconic objects, and magical places from the Harry Potter films, all themed to house Gryffindor. Featuring important house moments from the Sorting Ceremony, Quidditch matches, Yule Ball, feasts, and so much more, this colouring book is jam-packed with special designs and scenes every brave Gryffindor will love.

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Dinosaurs Colouring Book - Matthew Clark

Walk with prehistoric beasts as you color them to life! This Dinosaurs Coloring Book is perfect for kids with a fascination for the earth’s original inhabitants. Filled with 40 designs of Tyrannosaurus rexes, Stegosauruses, Brontosauruses, Triceratopses, and so many other iconic dinosaurs, let your creativity roam and roar with each line art design! Also included are super cool fun facts for each dinosaur illustration for an awesome learning experience as you color! Each design is printed on a single side of high-quality, extra-thick paper with perforated edges for easy removal and display.

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Eco Craft Book - Laura Minter & Tia Williams

Everyone knows crafting is so much fun – but did you know that it can sometimes create excess waste that is not good for our planet? For this imaginative collection of projects, most of what you need is already in your recycling box, but for other supplies there is a handy guide on what gets a planet-friendly thumbs up and what to avoid. Throughout the book you’ll find facts, tips and handy hints on how to be a crafty eco warrior. There are also special information sections dotted throughout covering tips and ideas for climate activism and an overview of the main climate issues we face.

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MAKING MARMALADE - Simone Gooding

10 Small Felt Intrepid Explorers and 30 Tiny Travel Accessories to Make

A year in the life of Marmalade Rabbit!

Celebrate the changing seasons by stitching this 100% wool hand dyed felt rabbit and her seasonal outfits and accessories in this charming book, Making Marmalade.

you will find

- Moses Basket style Bed with warm Winter Sleeping Bag and Pillow

- Dungarees and felt Vest for those chilly Autumn walks

- Headscarf and Apron for lazy Summer days

- Butterfly Wings to celebrate Spring

and many more.

These designs are suitable for most toy makers and contain step by step instructions and diagrams for machine sewing and hand stitching the components of each project. Marmalade is brought to life on the page by Simone Gooding’s adorable illustrations.

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EMPOWERED EMBROIDERY - Amy L Frazer

With Art Makers: Empowered Embroidery, learn to sketch and stitch strong, recognizable women from all walks of life. Featuring sketching and illustration instructions, basic stitches, embroidery techniques, and projects with portraits of famous women, this book is a must-have tool for hands-on artists and crafters. The Art Makers series is designed for beginning artists and arts-and-crafts enthusiasts who are interested in experiencing a fun hands-on medium.

If you’re a beginning embroiderer, start with the basic stitches and embroidery instructions at the beginning of the book. Essential tools, warm-up exercises, tips for embroidering facial features and hair, and general information on embroidery will give you the know-how you need to get started. Then dive into sketching your favorite female cultural and historical icons, including: Michelle Obama, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Frida Kahlo, Eleanor Roosevelt, Maya Angelou, and more!

Once you’ve sketched your figures, follow along with the step-by-step embroidery projects as you learn to stitch the women featured in the book—and anyone else you admire! All of the projects are beautifully paired with large photos so that you can easily mimic the techniques at home while relaxing with your embroidery.

About the Author: Amy L. Frazer is a professional illustrator, designer, and embroiderer uniquely suited to give instruction on this fun, trending embroidery technique. With her expert tips, you’re sure to enjoy learning a new hobby, or advancing your skills if you’re already familiar with embroidery.

Art Makers: Empowered Embroidery makes it easy to sketch, stitch, and create your favorite female icons, from empowering women of today to icons of the past.

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SWEET CROCHET FRIENDS - Khuc Cay

Sweet Crochet Friends is a treasure trove of crochet creations and lovely illustrations by the author. it contains the patterns for 16 lovely stuffed toy designs. Each toy has its own unique personality, with adaptable accessories. You can create cuddly animals like Lily the Lamb, Cocola the Koala, Little Panda Peter, Titou the Tiger, Lulu Otter as well as some cute dolls, like Anna the Bunny Girl, Nana, and Little April.
Some projects are easy and quick to finis, while others ae a bit more challenging. There are step-to-step instructions, guides for materials, special techniques, and some tips and tricks to help you. If you love making crochet toys, this book is a great addition to your library.

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ANATOMY 101 Draw Manga Now - Christopher Hart

Ever wonder what makes manga characters look so super-dramatic? Sure, they've got big eyes and crazy hair, but it's their body language that tells us what's really going on. Bestselling authorChistopher Hart teaches you how to use proportons, poses, and action to create ultra-expressive characters. After an introduction to the basics, you'll have a chance to test out your new skills by drawing right in the book's pages. This guide covers everything you need to go from manga fan to manga artist. So, grab your pencil, strike a pose, and let's get drawing!

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Top 10 Essentials Draw Manga Now - Christopher Hart

Top Ten Essentials breaks down the 10 most common aspects that apply to any manga character, from a wild chibi to a bishoujo woman, into detailed lessons. Focusing on body proportion, different types of eyes, hair, poses, character types, expressions, and more, this book covers everything readers need to go from manga fans to manga artists. After an introduction to these elements, readers will have a chance to follow along Hart's in-depth step-by-steps, and will even be invited to draw on their own, right in the book's pages.

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400 KNITTING STITCHES - Potter Craft

Filled with detailed, step-by-step instructions, charts, and photographs, 400 Knitting Stitches covers nearly any fibre style you're looking to create. From the most basic knit-pearl stitches to the fanciest of them, you'll find stitch combinations for every skill level and every taste. Among the eight categories of stitches covered (including crossed stitches and cables, slipped stitches, lacy stitches, twisted stitches, and cast-off stitches), you'll find fabulous stitches such as:
Diamond Brocade - Wreaths - Half Hearts - Seeds - Giant Honeycombe - Rows of Petals - Butterflies - Tulle - Lacy Vertical Zigzags - Ladders - Bobble - Acorns - and 100's more!

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Sweet Knits for Baby - Jody Long

Sweet Knits for Baby is suitable for all levels of knitters and offers a modern collection packed with garments and accessories. The patterns have a wide range of techniques including cables, lace, intarsia, and so much more. All projects feature clear instructions and colour photos. Projects include blankets, cardigans, sweaters and accessories all sized from 0 - 3 years.

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LITTLE FELTED DOGS - Saori Yamazaki

Whether you adore dachshunds or dalmations, you'll be surprised at how easy it is to make charming miniatures of them with a felting needle and some raw wool. Great for beginners, the two dozen projects in Little Feled Dogs provide lifelike results.Even better, uou'll go from ball of fluff to perfect pooch in no time at all!

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HATTITUDE - Cathy Carron

Get ready to knit an emotional journey with 40 stunning new designs for stylish caps, berets, pillboxed, tams, toques, fedoras and more. In Hattitude, you'll find the perfect hat to knit for every outfit and every mood.

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THE HORRIBLE CRAFT BOOK - Laura Minter & Tia Williams

Test out your threshold for all things horrible with this disgusting book! From cornstarch vomit and cat poo chocolates to smelly socks and bug soap, the strength of your stomach will be truly tested by this revolting and gruesome collection of projects. Using everyday ingredients and items from around the house, Laura and Tia have once again come up with fun and engaging makes that your little horrors will find hilarious. Grown-ups, get ready to cringe, this could be the most horrible book you have ever seen!

More projects: dirt pies, cuts and warts, tasty eyeballs, guts pizza, severed thumb, snot bites, skull pot and vampire smoothie.

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SOCKS - Chrissie Day

Throw out your holey old horrors and treat your feet with this inspiring selection of fun and practical toe-warmers. You won’t find boring socks in this book – it’s packed with inspiring designs from pretty baby bootees and glamorous boudoir slippers to rugged outdoor knits for the man in your life. Socks features 30 knitted projects that are fast, fun and practical. The patterns are easy to follow and the techniques you will need are clearly explained. If you have mastered the basics of knitting and are ready for a new challenge, this book proves that nobody needs to have cold feet about making socks!

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CROCHETED DOGS - Vanessa Mooncie

If you’re looking for a beautiful and faithful companion then these gorgeous crocheted dogs have the right pedigree. Just as loyal and charming as the real thing, these 10 crocheted canines are sure to be everyone’s best friend.

Each project includes detailed patterns, stunning photographs and helpful hand-drawn charts. There is also an extensive techniques section explaining all the stitches and techniques you’ll need to make your perfect pooch.

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CUTE CROCHETED WILD ANIMALS - Emma Varnam

These animals may be wild but they are very well-dressed. Featuring pairs of pandas, lions, zebras, elephants and monkeys – this crochet crew have mix-and-match wardrobes to suit their hobbies and personalities. This book is a follow up to Cute Crocheted Animals and the garments in each book can be worn by all of the animals. A clear techniques section offers stitch instructions and every beautifully photographed project is accompanied by the relevant patterns and author guidance.

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KNITTED WILD ANIMALS - Sarah Keen

Delight children and adults alike with a fabulous range of cuddly knitted wild animals. Inside this fun, colourful book there are 15 wild creatures to choose from, each with a very distinct personality, including: Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Giant Panda, Monkey, Koala, Penguin and many more. A colourful gallery showcases the animals, featuring both front and back views. The clearly presented knitting patterns are easy to follow and an illustrated techniques section makes them accessible to all levels of ability.

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CROCHETED WILD ANIMALS - Vanessa Mooncie

This gorgeous collection of wild animals to crochet will enchant children and adults alike. Inside this fun, colourful book there are 14 feral friends from all over the world to choose from, each with a very distinct personality. The projects vary in level of complexity and there is a comprehensive and straightforward techniques section to help you learn the necessary skills. Along the way you will also learn some interesting and surprising facts about these fascinating creatures.

Projects include: rabbit, camel, frog, flamingo, polar bear and chameleon.

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GRANNY SQUARES - Susan Pinner

Discover the world of granny squares with this imaginative book. These small, crocheted squares can be made in a huge variety of patterns and colourways that become the building blocks for an array of different projects. Large, small, tight, loose, multi-coloured or monochrome – the design potential of a granny square is endless. Small and portable, you can take them anywhere with you, but, be warned – making them is highly addictive! Eight basic granny square designs are presented and then fashioned into 20 stunning projects for the home. The projects have an appealing retro vibe, taking you back to hazy bygone times and the feel-good comfort of home-made furnishings. From storage baskets to traditional throws, these colourful and cheerful creations are sure to bring a smile to your face. Beginners to crochet need not worry. Granny squares are a perfect way to get started with crochet as they are quick, easy and versatile. All the basic instructions you will need are given in a clear and easy-to-follow style.

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MILLINERY - Sarah Lomax & Rachel Skinner

A bespoke hat, designed with a particular event in mind, is something many people long for but often feel is price prohibitive. In this fabulous new book, couture milliners, Lomax & Skinner, show that this need not be the case. With clear and comprehensive step-by-step-instructions and photography, Sarah Lomax and Rachel Skinner, show readers how to make 12 very different hats for a variety of occasions, including a wool felt trilby, a chic pillbox, a fascinator and a feathered headband. The materials and equipment that are required are fully detailed, along with all the necessary techniques, enabling the reader to adapt the designs if they wish, or to create their own unique hats. Full of inspirational and instructional photography, this beautifully designed book truly showcases this wonderful craft and provides all the know-how in order to achieve high-end, couture results at home.

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CUTE CROCHETED ANIMALS - Emma Varnam

These ten adorable crocheted chums have enviable wardrobes to mix and match. The five pairs of animals – rabbits, mice, cats, foxes and bears – all have distinctive personalities and stylish outfits. All the clothes can fit all of the animals, so there is lots of fun to be had dressing them up. Each project is beautifully photographed and includes patterns and guidance. There is also a techniques section that gives clear instructions on all the skills you’ll need to make the animals and their outfits.

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100 ESSENTIAL CROCHET STITCHES - Val Pierce

This crochet compendium is the ultimate go-to guide for 100 of the most essential crochet stitches. Ideal for complete beginners or those wanting to hone their skills, it’s the ultimate reference book. It provides all the information needed to go on to make a wide range of projects. Written by Val Pierce, a respected authority on crochet, readers can be sure of concise step-by-step instructions and crystal clear photography to help them expand their repertoire of crochet stitches.

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Vintage Style Crochet Projects - Agnieszka Strycharska

This book contains 32 vintage designs for the home and for your loved ones. With beautiful projects, perfect for any skill level to choose from including garlands, potholders, blankets, clothing accessories and trims for pillows or towels there is something for everyone in this book.

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How to Knit - Tina Barrett

This is the ultimate guide for the absolute beginner. For those with little or no knitting experience, this simple-to-learn, project-based book will start with the basics and take you through the initial stages of this fun and creative craft. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make, so that you can put your newly acquired knowledge into practice. Demonstrate your new skills to friends and family with designs that include a hobo bag, beanie hat or clutch bag. Beginners will learn all the essentials, from how to hold needles, cast on and off, make a tension swatch and form the basic knit and purl stitches, to how to knit stripes, cable, rib and lace, plus shape their knitting and add buttonholes.

Clear step-by-step illustrations and beautifully shot photographs of the finished projects are included throughout, making it both practical and inspirational – the ideal book for want-to-be knitters!

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How to Machine Sew - Susie Johns

If you’ve always wanted to learn to use a sewing machine but didn’t know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of using a sewing machine. You’ll learn everything you need to get started, including basic machine stitches, making seams and hems, binding edges and working with zips. Each technique is accompanied by a stylish project to make, and everything is explained with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little machine sewing experience you have to start with, you’ll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found practical skills.

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How to Cross Stitch - Sian Hamilton

How to Cross Stitch is the perfect starting point for all those wanting to learn this rewarding and accessible craft. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of how to cross stitch. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make, so that you can put your newly acquired knowledge into practice. You’ll learn everything you need to get started, and each project is explained with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way.

The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little cross stitch experience you have to start with, you’ll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found practical skills.

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How to Crochet - Emma Varnam

If you’ve been thinking about taking up crochet but didn’t know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of this fun and creative craft. You’ll learn everything you need to get started, including how to do the basic stitches, read charts and patterns and finish off your work. A troubleshooting section will guide you out of any difficulties too. A range of techniques – including double crochet, working in the round and making granny squares – is accompanied by a stylish project to make, including a tea cosy, a tablet cover and mittens. Each technique is explained with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way.

The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little crocheting experience you have to start with, you’ll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found creative skills.

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How to Embroider - Susie Johns

If you’ve always fancied taking up embroidery but didn’t know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of this fun and creative craft. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make, so that you can put your newly acquired knowledge into practice. You’ll learn everything you need to get started, and each project is explained with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little embroidery experience you have to start with, you’ll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found practical skills.

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How to Sew - Susie Johns

If you’ve always fancied taking up sewing but didn’t know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you.

This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of this fun and creative craft. You’ll learn everything you need to get started, including how to do the necessary stitches, how to make seams and add creative details and fastenings. Each skill is accompanied by a stylish project to make, including an apron, padded coat hanger and cushion. Each project is explained with the help of clear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way.

The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little sewing experience you have to start with you’ll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found practical skills.

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How to Quilt - Rachel Clare Reynolds

This is the ultimate go-to quilting guide for the complete beginner – no prior knowledge of quilting, or even sewing, is assumed. Ten fully illustrated techniques are included, covering everything a novice needs to know, including skills such as rag quilting, hand-tied wadding, English paper piecing and square work. The techniques are accompanied by ten simple projects, enabling the reader to put their newly acquired knowledge into practice. Projects include a tea cosy, table mat, lavender-filled keepsake, pinboard, table runner, throw, cushion, duffel bag, play mat and bed cover. Approachable and friendly in style, this beautifully illustrated book will give beginners the confidence to take up quilting, then use it as a basic skills ‘bible’ to have to hand when they need it.

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Kids Learn To Stitch - Lucinda Guy & Francois Hall

Aimed at children between 6 and over
Easy to follow instructions
Lively illustrations
Fantastic projects, all with charts and templates
Everything you need to get knitting in no time!

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Kids Learn To Crochet - Lucinda Guy & Francois Hall

Aimed at children between 6 and over
Easy to follow instructions
Lively illustrations
Fantastic projects, all with charts and templates
Everything you need to get knitting in no time!

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Kids Learn To Knit - Lucinda Guy & Francois Hall

Aimed at children between 6 & 9
Easy to follow instructions
Lively illustrations
Fantastic projects, all with charts and templates
Everything you need to get knitting in no time!

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Fat Quarter - Quick Makes - 25 projects to make from short lengths of fabric - Juliet Bawden & Amanda Russell

25 quick and easy projects to make, all from fat quarters or fabric remnants.

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Quilting Simplified - Fresh Designs & Easy Instructions for Beginners - Choly Knight

If you think that quilting is way beyond your ability, think again!
Start sewing your own super simple modern quilts.
Quilt while you learn, with 8 approachable quilt projects.
Cutting instructions for baby, twin, full, and queen/king size quilts.
No prior quilting experience necessary.

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First Time Quilting - The Absolute Beginners Guide

Are you an absolute beginner when it comes to quilting? Then help is at hand. Like having your very own instructor at your side, this book guides you carefully from your first apprehensive stitches to confident quilting. It begins with thorough descriptions of sewing machines, fabrics, tools, and quilting techniques, and then teaches you how to use them. All eleven projects included in this book introduce you to new concepts and skills. Full-colour photos, step-by-step instructions, and valuable tips help you learn the fine points of quilting while making home decor accessories and quilts for yourself and others.

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Fa La La La Felt - 45 Handmade Holiday Decorations - Amanda Carestio

You don't have to be an expert seamstress to get creative for Christmas. Just use manufactured felt, a fun and affordable material that's super easy to work with. Create 45 festive felt projects - machine, hand sew and no-sew designs.

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Little Happy Circus - Tine Nielsen

Crochet your very own circus with these adorable amigurumi toy patterns. This collection of 12 crochet circus characters features all your favorites. Includes step-by-step photography alongside the crochet patterns so you can get stitching straight away.

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Little Felted Animals - Marie-Noelle Horvath

Create your own menagerie of adorable miniature animals with this completely irresistable collection of projects. Using simple needle-felting techniques, basic tools, and some wool roving. Marie-Noelle Horvath shows how to transform fluffs or wool fibre into crazy-cute critters that will melt the heart. Sixteen projects - Dogs, Cats, Mice, Birds, Fox, Seal, Bear and Penguin.

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The Big Book of Tea Cozies

This bumper book features 75 tea cozies, from tasteful to totally frivolous, so you're sure to find something to inspire you. There's something to suit every personality and every home, from minimalist to wildly exuberant. Each project is accompanied by clear instructions explaining how to achieve perfect results, whether you are an experienced knitter or just a beginner.

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The Princess Craft Book - Laura Minter & Tia Williams

Becoming a princess has never been easier.
Cut, stick, sew, paint and bake your way into a mini monarch's world, from the skirt, gloves and crown that she wears to the cake that she eats.

Price: £6.99 (Including VAT at 20%)

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