Crafts & Hobbies

Back by popular demand, these classic woodworking titles from Fine Woodworking magazine are filled with first-rate information that is as timeless now as it was when first published.

You need more than just wood, tools, and techniques to enjoy your time in the shop. You need ideas, too. And what better source of ideas than this collection of 35 articles from Fine Woodworking magazine? You'll find an incredible variety here, everything from simple toys to elegant furniture. Some of the projects are delightfully easy to make, others are more challenging. Some feature carefully detailed plans and drawings, others offer photographic inspiration. Together they'll help you decide what you want to make with the wood, tools, and techniques at your disposal. And if you're new to woodworking, there's a special four-article series called "Starting Out" that guides you through your first table, boodcase, and drawer.

Since it began publication in 1975, Fine Woodworking has written about practically every aspect of the craft. The "Fine Woodworking on..." series organizes many of the articles from the magazine's first ten years into individual volumes by subject. Each book in this series offers an in-depth look at a particular aspect of woodworking, from the perspective of skilled professional and dedicated amateur woodworkers.

Back by popular demand, these classic woodworking titles from Fine Woodworking magazine are filled with first-rate information that is as timeless now as it was when first published.

To many craftsmen and collectors, the 18th century was the golden age of American furniture design. In this collection of 37 articles from Fine Woodworking magazine, expert woodworkers explore the designs and techniques involved in making the furniture of this era. They share precise plans for favorite old desks, secretaries, and blockfronts, with technical explanations of how to reproduce such fine details as ball-and-claw feet and tapered reeds. There are also practical design discussions for those who wish to capture the flavor of that time in original designs of their own.

Since it began publication in 1975, Fine Woodworking has written about practically every aspect of the craft. The "Fine Woodworking on..." series organizes many of the articles from the magazine into individual volumes by subject. Each book in this series offers and in-depth look at a particular aspect of woodworking, from the perspective of skilled professional and dedicated amateur woodworkers.

For any keen woodturners out there who want to do more turning but are short of time, 30-Minute Woodturning is the perfect book as it has an enticing variety of projects which can all be completed in 30 minutes. Even for those working at an intermediate level, this book provides you with something to aim for without compromising safety and it will help beginners to build their skills.

Each of the 25 projects also has plans for four variations included so there are a total of 100 designs to whet your appetite. Most of the projects require only basic turning tools and workshop accessories that nearly every turner will have. A list of tools and materials required is included for each one, along with drawings with dimensions.

Projects include:

• candlestick holder
• doorstop
• decorative bird box
• toadstool
• spatula
• honey dipper
• bud vase 
• square edge plate

This innovative book by master puzzle maker Brian Menold combines skill-building with hours of entertainment, guiding you through the construction of 20 unique wooden puzzles that are sure to challenge and delight.

Whether you’re an experienced craftsman or a beginner looking to expand your skills, Wooden Puzzles is the perfect resource. Not only will you sharpen your woodworking techniques, but you'll also find creative ways to utilize scrap wood, turning leftover materials into engaging puzzles that offer hours of fun.

Key Features:

• Step-by-Step Instructions: Brian Menold provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions for each puzzle project, ensuring that woodworkers of all skill levels can successfully create stunning pieces.
• Beautiful Designs: Each project is designed not only to be functional but also to serve as a gallery-worthy showcase. Your finished puzzles will be both eye-catching and entertaining, making them perfect gifts or conversation starters.
• Diverse Difficulty Levels: With puzzles ranging from simple to devilishly difficult, the fun continues long after the projects are complete. Challenge your friends and family or enjoy them yourself!

Fine Woodworking Chests and Cabinets brings together 18 stunning storage projects from America's premier woodworking magazine.

Whether you're looking to build a classic Shaker chest, a modern cabinet, or something in between, this comprehensive guide is your one-stop resource for expert woodworking advice.

With this essential woodworking sourcebook, you’ll have the inspiration, expert instruction, and practical advice needed to create functional, beautiful storage pieces for your home.

Key Features:

• Step-by-Step Guidance: Detailed instructions, working drawings, and hundreds of beautiful photographs walk you through each project from start to finish, ensuring success at every step.
• Diverse Styles and Projects: With 18 projects spanning various styles—from Shaker to Modern—this book offers something for every woodworker, whether you're crafting for traditional spaces or contemporary homes.
• Practical and Hard-to-Find Tips: Learn advanced woodworking techniques and practical advice that will take your skills to the next level.
• Perfect for All Levels: Whether you're an experienced craftsman or a DIY enthusiast, Chests and Cabinets offers projects to suit every skill level and taste.

The router, for its simple design, is one of the most versatile tools you can own. You can shape decorative profiles, cut grooves, flush-trim, raise panels, and cut almost any joint.

In the Complete Illustrated Guide to Routers, you'll learn how to unleash this versatility by choosing the appropriate bit, and guiding the cut in the proper manner. You'll also learn that while a multitude of bits are available, a few essential bits will enable you to accomplish many of your routing tasks.

More than 800 photo and drawings show you how to use and care for your router and how to get the most from it. In addition to mastering the use of your router, you'll also learn about router tables, and how to make one that works perfectly in your shop.

The sixth book in Taunton's Furniture Projects series, Dining Tables features nine attractive, practical projects in a variety of different styles. There's Country, Shaker, traditional Colonial, even Queen Anne. These projects are designed to provide a suitable place for a gathering, as well as enhance a family's special occasions.

Kaffe Fassett's Quilts by the Sea is a vibrant celebration of patchwork quilting inspired by the picturesque southern coast of England.

This landmark 25th book by the beloved Kaffe Fassett features 21 stunning quilt designs, each brilliantly photographed on location by Debbie Patterson, showcasing Kaffe’s signature style and deep jewel tones.

With both classic fabrics and innovative designs, Kaffe Fassett's Quilts by the Sea is an essential addition for any quilting enthusiast looking to add a touch of seaside charm to their creations.

Key Features:

• Seaside Inspiration: Each quilt is influenced by the wild beauty and classic architecture of the Hastings coastline, merging nature's palette with quilting artistry.

• Brilliant Designs: Enjoy new creations like Maroon Frames and Vintage Stars, highlighting Kaffe's unique use of color and pattern that resonate with the coastal atmosphere.

• Stunning Photography: The gallery section presents breathtaking visuals of the quilts displayed against the backdrop of the vibrant beach and its historic elements.

• Detailed Instructions: Each design is accompanied by step-by-step instructions, complete with diagrams for quilt assembly, ensuring that both beginners and experienced quilters can follow along with ease.

• Creative Guidance: The how-to section provides additional tips and techniques to help you bring Kaffe's artistic vision to life in your own quilting projects.

Weekend Makes: Crocheted Bags is a stylish collection of 25 simple projects for every occasion.

Crochet your way from clutch to tote, making a variety of beautiful bags in between, with the latest title in the Weekend Makes series. Crochet has been brought bags up-to-date and now fills Instagram and Pinterest – not to mention catwalks and high-end fashion houses – with modern masterpieces. Grab your crochet hook and yarn and join the trend by creating a carrier for every outing. Whether you’re a newcomer to this craft or have been hooked for a while, you’ll find a project to kickstart your creativity and learn the skills required to make it. With detailed techniques, tools and materials sections, this book provides everything you need to know to get started. Each project guides you step by step with easy-to-follow instructions and close-up photos of each stage. Whether you need to carry keys, groceries or a picnic, or add the finishing touch to an outfit, there are 25 easy projects to make, from essential everyday bags, such as the tote, shopper and backpack, to more exciting, elaborate shapes, such as the Japanese knot, circle raffia and drawstring bag. As well as learning the basic stitches and how to shape these styles, you’ll expand your knowledge to create different patterns and textures, including leopard print, geometric and honeycomb designs, and work with different colours and types of yarn.

Projects include: leopard-print clutch, circle raffia bag, honeycomb messenger bag, ombre shopping bag, Japanese knot bag, beach bag, eco shopper bag, tweed shoulder bag, textured tote bag, crossbody drawstring bag.

Knitted Menagerie provides 30 easy-to-follow knitting patterns for an eclectic array of animals.

Within the pages of this bright and fun book, you’ll find 30 adorable animals to knit, ranging from sealife to birds, insects to mammals. You’ll find everyone’s favourites, including a lion, an elephant, blue whale, meerkats and a llama.  The patterns vary in complexity, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Complete beginners or more experienced knitters can be reassured by the comprehensive illustrated techniques section provided.  

Packed with fun and enticing photography that shows each of the projects from different angles, this book is sure to delight the knitter and the lucky receiver of these gorgeous, knitted creatures.

Discover the art of precision woodworking with Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Jigs & Fixtures by Sandor Nagyszalanczy.

Finding the right jig or fixture for a woodworking operation can be as challenging and time-consuming as designing a stunning piece of furniture or crafting a musical instrument. This comprehensive guide demystifies the process, combining solid woodworking knowledge with problem-solving skills to inspire you in your workshop.

Unlock your potential and elevate your woodworking projects with Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Jigs & Fixtures.

Key Features:

• Master Jig Design: Learn how to create effective jigs and fixtures that streamline your woodworking operations. Whether you're a novice or an experienced woodworker, this book will enhance your skills and efficiency.
• Essential Considerations: Navigate the complexities of jig-making with critical questions addressed throughout the book:
  • What tool or machine is best for the operation?
  • Should the jig move the wood over the machine or guide the machine past the wood?
  • How should the workpiece be referenced and clamped?
  • Is adjustability important for your jig?
• Inspiration and Problem-Solving: Many woodworkers find joy in solving jigging challenges. This guide offers practical advice and design principles, helping you tackle these problems with confidence.
• Time-Saving Devices: Discover how well-designed jigs and fixtures can significantly improve the quality and efficiency of your projects, allowing you to focus on what you love—creating beautiful woodwork.

The most complete overview of woodworking. Taunton’s Complete Illustrated Guide to Woodworking, the quintessential one-volume reference, covers all the fundamentals woodworkers need to know. No need to wait—start benefiting from the expert advice and detailed graphics you’ll find here.

Content from six subject-specific guides all in one handy place. The beauty of this comprehensive guide is that it brings you the most important information from six volumes of the acclaimed Complete Illustrated Guide to Woodworking series, including:

• Joinery
• Furniture and Cabinet Construction
• Shaping Wood
• Finishing
• Sharpening
• Using Woodworking Tools
• Working Wood

Detailed graphics fully explain every step of every process. Illustrated with over 1,200 photos and drawings, this guide shows how to accomplish essential woodworking tasks from outfitting your workshop and preparing wood to cutting joinery and finishing projects. Whatever your skill level, Taunton’s Complete Illustrated Guide to Woodworking deserves to be at the top of your wish list.

Learning to embroider has never been easier! An accessible introduction to embroidery, How to Embroider is for absolute beginners. Simple-to-follow projects teach the basic skills and techniques of this fun and creative craft. Those new to embroidery will learn everything they need to get started while making the 9 pretty projects. Straightforward instructions paired with 150 illustrations and beautiful inspirational photography mean that even if you've never held and embroidery needle before, you will soon be on your way to mastering the craft.

Celebrate the splendor of wood with these wood-crafting projects. From simple woven panels to making a functional yurt, Woodland Craft features an array of easy-to-follow projects that include crafts for the farm, garden, wood fuel, building and domestic use.  Green wood – wood that has been recently cut and is therefore still moisture-rich – is the predominant material used in the projects featured in this essential guide for craftsman of all levels.

With Woodland Craft:

• you'll learn all you need to know about tools and devices, both old and new.
• you’ll browse through the directory of tree species and identify the best uses for each.
• you’ll gain the insight you need to make practically anything out of this clean, crisp, beautiful element.
• Includes 700 illustrations and photographs

The art of finishing is best learned with complete, visual step-by-step instructions - and that is exactly what Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Finishing offers you. Detailed process photography demystifies the process of finishing -- and you'll get the finish you want for all your projects.

Jeff Jewitt, a world-renowned wood finisher, provides an in-depth coverage of tools and materials and covers all of the key processes. You'll learn about everything from surface preparation to color matching. Especially valuable is the coverage of advanced and special techniques, not usually covered in general finishing books, including detailed information on adjusting color, disguising defects, toning, glazing, spray finishing and rubbing out a finish. This comprehensive finishing reference is the most complete and detailed book on the subject - and you will find it incredibly valuable no matter what your skill level.

• Covers all the modern and traditional techniques for coloring and finishing wood.
• Organized for quick access, makes it easy to find each technique.
• Features over 850 photos and drawings illustrate the methods
• Covers sanding and surface preparation, staining and applying topcoats, and final polishing.

Quick & Easy Quilts is a collection of 20 simple and colorful quilt projects perfect for beginners or quilters who want to start and finish a project in a weekend. The bright and fresh designs, clear instructions, and tips and shortcuts will have quilters of all skill levels starting—and finishing!—a quilt in just a few days.

• 20 projects include 12 quilts and 8 smaller projects
• all feature straightforward designs focused on time- and money-saving techniques
• includes working with bundles and precuts, strip piecing, and quilt as you go

Author Lynne Goldsworthy provides a thorough techniques section that introduces must-know information to new quilters.

Chip Carving is the art of removing small sections of wood from a single piece of timber, usually to form geometric patterns. Finished pieces can be very intricate and complex but amazing results can be achieved surprisingly easily with the right guidance. Unlike many types of woodworking, chip carving requires very few tools, usually just two knives, and is a wonderful way too decorate all manner of existing objects including boxes, plates and furniture.

The author guides the reader through the process of creating 15 distinctive projects. The necessary stages are explained with the use of detailed step-by-step photographs and accompanying text. The author also explains how to go about planning and designing each project in preparation for the actual carving process.

This comprehensive book offers a thorough exploration of the techniques and skills needed to create beautiful and durable joints, making it an essential resource for both novices and seasoned craftsmen looking to enhance their skills.

Master the art of woodworking with Joinery, a definitive guide from the Editors of Fine Woodworking. Every woodworker knows that the quality of joinery speaks volumes about the craftsmanship behind each piece. 

Whether you're a beginner seeking to build a solid foundation in woodworking or a seasoned craftsman aiming to refine your joinery skills, Joinery is your go-to reference for creating strong, lasting connections in your woodworking projects.

Key Features:

• In-Depth Techniques: Discover the fundamentals of woodworking joints, including how to lay out and cut precise dovetails, and create strong pocket-hole joints.
• Practical Solutions: Learn to fix common joinery mistakes and cut mortises quickly and accurately, ensuring your projects are structurally sound and visually appealing.
• Innovative Jigs: Create versatile jigs for miters and explore methods to join curved parts with ease, expanding your woodworking capabilities.
• Expert Tips and Tricks: Benefit from the collective wisdom of experienced woodworkers, with insights that will elevate your craftsmanship and improve your results.

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 gorgeous outfits.  All the clothes can fit all of the animals, so there is lots of fun to be had dressing them up.

Each project in Cute Crocheted Animals is beautifully photographed and includes clear patterns and guidance.  There is also a techniques section that gives comprehensive instructions on all the skills you’ll need to make the animals and their outfits.

• Ten beautiful animals to crochet, plus cute clothes
• Clearly presented and easy-to-follow patterns
• Detailed techniques section explaining all you need to know

Woodturning, a form of woodworking where the wood is moving while a stationary tool is used to cut and shape it, is capturing the attention of crafters near and far. Contemporary Woodturning, a clearly illustrated guide for those of all skill levels, features step-by-step instructions for creating 15 original projects with contemporary flair. Easy-to-follow and supported by over 750 inspiring photos, chapters include expert information on spindle and faceplate turning, end-grain hollowing, as well as some nifty decorative techniques such as pyrography, texturing, carving, piercing, and coloring. I

In addition, readers will have instant access to the most up-to-date information on tools and equipment, sharpening, abrasives, and finishing, plus health and safety issues. Whether you're a seasoned turner or just starting out, Contemporary Woodturning will bring an abundance of technique and encouragement to your shop.

Elevate your sewing skills to a new level with this guide to creating elegant, custom-fit shirts for both men and women.

This comprehensive guide breaks down the art of shirtmaking with techniques used by the world's top shirtmakers, helping you craft garments that fit perfectly and exude sophistication.

Whether you're looking to create a beautifully tailored shirt for yourself or someone else, Shirtmaking is your complete guide to achieving professional-level results.

David Page Coffin provides expert insights into achieving a polished, professional look with every shirt, suitable for both beginners and experienced sewers.

Key Features:

• Expert Techniques from Master Shirtmakers: Discover the secrets behind high-end shirt construction, including tips and methods that ensure a perfect fit and finish.
• Custom Patterns for Professional Results: With 15 pages of full-sized patterns for collars, cuffs, plackets, and pockets, you’ll have everything you need to design shirts with a truly tailored look.
• Improvement for All Skill Levels: No matter how long you've been sewing, learning the methods in this book will sharpen your overall sewing expertise.
• Companion Video for Visual Learning: The companion video, Shirtmaking Techniques, offers step-by-step demonstrations of rolled hems, flat-felled seams, and more, making it easy to follow along and master advanced techniques.

If you love silver jewelry but don't have the time or patience to learn traditional silver-smithing techniques, then the exciting medium of silver clay will open up a whole new range of possibilities to your jewelry making. Boasting all the same properties as modeling clay, it is 99.9% pure silver—meaning that you can make high-quality jewelry using the easiest of techniques.

• Revised and reformatted Silver Clay Workshop is perfect for anyone taking their first steps with this rewarding craft. 
• 22 projects that show perfectly the versatility of silver clay. Shape, roll, cut, mold and indent your way through them, learning the techniques as you go.
• From pendants and bracelets to rings and statement beads, there will be something for everyone.

If you need an emergency craft fix, then this book has the answer! Armed with a crochet hook and some yarn you can rustle up these gorgeous projects in next to no time. Granny squares are a simple and fun way to get creative when time is short, while offering a fashionable way to use up your yarn stash. From hats and coasters to cute toys and decorations, Granny Squares Weekend is packed with inspiring projects that can be finished in a couple of days.

As well as iconic granny square patterns, this book explores the scope of the technique, using it as an edging for blankets and in chic single-color projects.

Unlock the secret to perfectly fitting garments with Fast Fit, the ultimate guide to pattern alterations for sewists of all skill levels.

Renowned designer and sewing expert Sandra Betzina provides invaluable insights and step-by-step instructions for customizing commercial patterns to achieve a flawless fit tailored specifically to your unique figure.

Whether you’re a beginner eager to learn or an experienced sewist looking to refine your skills, Fast Fit is your go-to resource for mastering pattern alterations and ensuring that your handmade clothing flatters your figure beautifully.

Transform your sewing experience and take the guesswork out of fitting with this essential guide.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Alteration Techniques: Discover easy-to-follow methods for adjusting patterns, regardless of your body type. From shortening and lengthening to adjusting for full busts or slender silhouettes, this book covers all the essential alterations to help you create the perfect garment.
• Tailored Solutions for Every Figure: With a focus on inclusivity, Sandra addresses a wide variety of body shapes and sizes, ensuring that every sewist can find solutions that work for them.
• Clear Visuals: The book is filled with detailed illustrations and photographs that guide you through each alteration step, making it easier than ever to understand and apply the techniques.
• Expert Tips: Benefit from Sandra’s years of experience in the fashion industry as she shares her insider tips on fabric selection, cutting techniques, and fitting advice, helping you achieve professional results.
• Sewing Projects Included: Apply your newfound skills to a range of sewing projects designed to reinforce your understanding of alterations while creating beautiful, well-fitting garments.

Ready, Set, Turn! Weekend Woodturning Projects: 25 Simple Projects for the Home is the best way to start your woodturning and woodworking pursuit. This book will build your woodturning skills and your confidence.

Ideal for beginner and intermediate turners. This book presents clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied by over 600 photographs and finely detailed drawings (with dimensions for further guidance)  —here's all the hands-on knowledge you'll need to start your woodworking projects. Features that all weekend woodturning warriors will love:

• Helpful sections on safety
• How to season wood
• Tool and material lists for each project
• Special sidebars describing the types of wood used

Learn to use 6 basic tools. With clear and concise instruction, you will learn to use:

• Spindle roughing gouge
• Spindle gouge
• Parting tool
• Bowl gouge
• Skew chisel
• Scrapers
• Plus carving tools and a boring tool

25 fabulous and functional projects are quick to make. Projects will take from a couple of hours to only a few days to complete. Using a limited number of tools and types of equipment, these are stress-free projects ideally suited to a beginner or intermediate turner. The fun, practical projects for household items include:

• Rolling pin
• Candlestick
• Beaded bowl
• Salt and pepper mills
• Christmas ornaments, and many more!

The interest in Japanese amigurumi is explored in minature in this charming new title. Gorgeous and cute, these projects may be small but they are bursting with personality, making perfect gifts for friends and family. These tiny creatures can be used in a variety of imaginative ways—as key rings, jewelry accessories or just displayed as adorable trinkets in their own right.

All the basic crochet techniques you will need are clearly explained along with step-by-step illustrations making Mini Crochet Creatures perfect for beginners upwards. Anyone unsure about working in this scale can simply practice with larger hooks and thicker yarn—the patterns are exactly the same.

The animals are divided into six categories: farm, small, woodland, pet, sea and zoo so there is something for everyone from an elephant or a whale down to a squirrel, piglet, bunny and even a ladybird or butterfly!

Back by popular demand, these classic woodworking titles from Fine Woodworking magazine are filled with first-rate information that is as timeless now as it was when first published.

By mounting your router under a table, you not only make it safer but also greatly expand its usefulness. In this book, Ernie Conover gives you his easy-to-use router-table techniques to help you improve your woodworking.

You'll learn which routers work best with router tables and how to build your own table. Conover takes you through the most critical steps in router-table construction: selecting the core material and surface, applying a laminate, setting in the baseplate, and cutting a miter slot. He shows you how to make a fence that will outperform commercial fences and explains how to choose accessories that make using a router table safer and easier.

In the section on techniques, you will learn how to do edge treatments, create moldings, do cope-and-stick and other types of joinery, and raise panels. Photo essays show you stpe-by-step how to make drawers, boxes, and doors. Use these tested techniques to make the most versatile tool in your shop even more versatile.

Painting is one of the most rewarding ways of expressing yourself. It sparks creativity, engages the imagination and relaxes you, reducing stress levels and leaving you feeling mentally clear and calm. Most people assume that the ability to paint is a skill you either have or you don't, so although they would like to paint they lack the confidence to do so. But painting can be readily learned with the right teacher to guide you, and a clear approach and encouraging voice are often all that's needed to get you on the right track.

That's where this book, Acrylics, comes in. Adrian Burrows is an enthusiastic and accomplished artist and teacher who explains the fundamentals of painting with acrylics in a helpful and accessible manner. Adrian shows you what you need in terms of tools and materials, and explains and illustrates all the basic techniques.

• Ten step-by-step tutorials, covering a variety of subjects, then put these techniques into action.
• Each tutorial is broken down into stages, with clear instructions and photographs for readers to follow, plus plenty of helpful tips and troubleshooting advice.
• There are also special features on painting trees, skies and figures.

Back by popular demand, these classic woodworking titles from Fine Woodworking magazine are filled with first-rate information that is as timeless now as it was when first published.

Rich with history, Shaker furniture has long been admired for its beautiful, yet simple, craftsmanship. In the Shaker Style presents the ideas and techniques of more than 15 contemporary artisans. Inside you'll find instruction for over 10 projects, from Shaker chairs to bookscases. Detailed illustrations and photographs accompany each project. In addition, you'll see how distinctive Shaker details can be adapted for use in today's furniture. Collected from the pages of the most authoritative voice in woodworking, Fine Woodworking magazine, In the Shaker Style is an essential resource for anyone who appreciates Shaker furniture.

Includes:

• Complete instructions for building a wall shelf, bathroom vanity, Shaker round stand, Shaker revolver, and more
• Techniques for incorporating Shaker design details in contemporary furniture
• Design inspiration for entertainment centers, cupboards, and corner tables

Introducing a new woodworking series in the tradition of Tage Frid...a series filled with essential information required by woodworkers today. For the first time ever, all the techniques and processes necessary to craft beautiful things from wood have been compiled into three comprehensive volumes: The Complete Illustrated Guides. Highly visual and written by woodworking's finest craftsmen, these three titles -- Furniture & Cabinet Construction, Shaping Wood, and Joinery -- will establish a new standard for shop reference books.

Shape is critical to the ultimate success or failure of a piece of furniture. Knowing this, custom-furniture maker Lonnie Bird has taken the complex subject of shaping and in this book made it accessible to every woodworker. He guides the reader toward first visualizing, then drawing a shape, and then choosing the appropriate tool for creating it. Shaping techniques of all kinds are covered here -- from the simplest ones to more complex bending and carving.

This comprehensive guide demystifies the art of wood carving, making it accessible for everyone—from complete novices to those looking to refine their skills.

This is an essential resource from expert woodworker David Sabol.

Key Features:

• Simple Start: Carving can begin as easily as whittling figures with a pocket knife. With minimal investment, you can explore your creative side without feeling overwhelmed.
• Common-Sense Tool Guidance: Say goodbye to confusion! This book offers clear advice on which tools to invest in, how to sharpen them effectively, and how to choose the right style for your projects.
• A Broad Survey of Styles: Experience a variety of carving techniques, from traditional to contemporary. Whether you’re drawn to whimsical figures or elegant designs, this workshop showcases styles that reflect today’s diverse woodcarving tastes.
• Hands-On Learning: With engaging projects designed for beginners, you’ll gain practical experience while exploring different carving styles. Each project helps familiarize you with essential tools and techniques, guiding you to discover which style resonates with your artistic vision.
• Perfect for Every Aspiring Carver: Whether you’re looking to create unique gifts, home décor, or simply enjoy a rewarding hobby, Wood Carving Basics is your essential resource. Empower yourself with skills that will last a lifetime and connect with a vibrant community of woodcarvers.

Encouraging controlled risk taking, boosting social skills, wellbeing and a healthy resilience, this is the ultimate way to avoid battles over screen time and classroom-induced fatigue. 

The Christmas Craft Book is a festive collection of 30 fun projects using everyday recycled materials and craft supplies.  

Keeping young children occupied and entertained can be tricky, even at the best of times. But when they are super excited about Christmas it can be even more of a challenge. This book channels all that Santa-fuelled energy into making fun festive projects for everyone to enjoy. While making decorations, toys and gifts children will learn crafting skills. The book features simple projects that are suitable for parents with little or no crafting experience. Most of the items can be made using items already in the house or things that would be thrown away.

The 30 boredom-busting projects include: pompom stocking, festive hand warmers, Santa skittles, Christmas wreath, tree topper, paper lanterns, candy cane biscuits and sock snowman.

This book and DVD set is a complete sewing workshop that brings couture-level skills to home sewers and fashion enthusiasts.

Couture Sewing: Tailoring Techniques by Claire B. Shaeffer offers an insider's look at the masterful tailoring secrets behind the most prestigious couture houses, including Chanel, Dior, and Balenciaga.

Key features:

• Exclusive Techniques: Learn professional tailoring methods from the finest European ateliers, as shared by renowned fashion expert Claire B. Shaeffer.
• Step-by-Step Guidance: The companion book provides detailed images and instructions on techniques such as creating bound buttonholes, patch pockets, and perfectly interfaced hems.
• 90-Minute DVD Workshop: Watch Shaeffer in action as she demonstrates essential tailoring skills like converting darts to ease, stitching a fly zipper, and more.
• Elevate Your Craft: Perfect for those looking to enhance their sewing skills and add high-fashion techniques to their repertoire.

Let your creative urges take flight with this wonderful collection of birds to crochet. Featuring 10 gorgeous projects, all with stunning photographs and detailed charts, Crocheted Birds is a bird lovers delight!

• includes extensive techniques section
• suitable for all skill levels
• 10 projects for adorable crocheted birds
• projects include blackbird, wren and robin
• hand-drawn charts included with patterns

Intricate charts are included with the patterns to help you make your feathered friends come to life!

Master box maker Doug Stowe guides woodworkers every step of the way in creating 10 gorgeous yet useful Tiny Boxes. Boxes are always a hit with woodworkers because they are quick to build, use a minimal amount of material, don’t require a large workshop, and make great gifts. Each project teaches a new technique so you will improve your general woodworking skills as you create boxes like the inlaid sliding pocket box and Japanese puzzle box.

In this all-new collection of boxes from one of America's premier box makers, Doug Stowe shows how to design and build ten tiny boxes, including an inlaid sawn box, a box made with hand tools, and a finger jointed box with dovetails.

Outdoor Woodworking is an impressive collection of over 30 projects for the garden, patio, or deck. Some projects are suited for those just starting out in woodworking while others will challenge even the experienced woodworker. All include clear instructions, helpful hints and tips, and either step-by-step photography or detailed diagrams; project plans are included where necessary.

Projects include: bird table, picnic bench, garden obelisk, rose arch, garden gate, dovecote, toy wheelbarrow.

*Features over 30 projects, ranging from small to large, all ideal for the garden, patio, or deck.

*Both inspiration and practical information to suit a range of skill levels, from those just starting out in woodworking to experienced woodworkers.

*All projects include clear guidance on how to best approach the construction of each piece.

Jump start your stalled projects. When Bad Things Happen to Good Quilters is a guide to help you resolve your quilting problems and bring your project back to life. In addition, this must-have book includes 4 new projects:

• Miter Touch Quilt – preprinted panel with several mitered borders
• Panel Panache – paneled quilt with fun and unusual designs
• Sweet Tweet Table Runner – quilted table runner with bird details and wonderful hexagonal piecing
• T-Shirt Quilt – turn your favorite T-shirt into a quilt
   

UFO's (Un Finished Objects). We all start our quilting projects with the best intentions, but a difficult technique, mismatched fabrics, or a mistake in the pattern can bring the project to a screeching halt. Joan Ford’s can-do advice and practical problem solving approach is exactly the help needed to get your projects back on track. You’ll turn to this guide again and again because it is...

• A comprehensive, emergency quilting instruction guide.
• Perfect for first-time quilters, skilled quilters, and anyone who needs help when a quilting project has stalled.
   

Rev up your projects with funny, can-do, practical problem-solving. Popular instructor Joan Ford offers helpful, clear instruction and all the guidance quilters need to kick their projects into gear.

• Novices are led through the quilting process
• Experienced quilters learn to resolve complicated setbacks
• Expert troubleshooting advice is clearly laid out
• Basic quilting knowledge– required materials, sewing blocks, and caring for your quilt – plus 4 new projects to fire up your creativity
• 10 colorful photographs and 120 illustrations offer a visual guide
   

ScrapTherapy®.Is a nationwide sensation. These wildly popular innovative, step-by-step quilt class and pattern series have grown with the success of Ford's first two books.

Learn how use oil paints with this clear and simple guide. Accomplished artist and teacher Norman Long explains all the basics and shows you how to master this versatile, vibrant medium so you can produce beautiful paintings full of life and color.

Oils has a handy front section covering all the practical stuff, from choosing the right materials to essential techniques. 

• 10 step-by-step tutorials each broken down into key stages
• range of subject matter from still life to landscapes to figures
• clear step-by-step photography and instructions
• includes special features on painting people, painting outdoors and composition
• tips and practical advice to help make the most of your paints

Crocheted Houseplants features 25 stylish projects to revive your home or office décor and create a lush indoor garden. Flip through the stylish gallery pages, pick your favourite plants and get started. Everything you’ll need to know is included in the book, from tools and materials to explanations of the basic crochet stitches. You’ll also find out how to pot up and display your fabulous, crocheted creations.

No book like this anywhere. Finally, just what wood turners and crafters have always wanted: Turning Salt & Pepper Shakers and Mills – a complete book dedicated to turning these household necessities into small works of art. Written by veteran turner Chris West of the UK, it is the last word on crafting shakers in fine woods and high-end materials.

Step-by-step instructions. Create one-of-a-kind pieces for yourself or as gifts with the 30 precise plans, 500 photos, and unlimited inspiration you’ll find here. With projects organized by level of difficulty, you can also build your skills, from beginner to advanced, as your work your way through the book.

Projects with great appeal. Whatever your skill level, there’s nothing more satisfying than creating an end product that is both useful and beautiful, yet takes only a minimum of time, material, and tools to complete.

Turn out work that’s small but exquisite.

Overcome every woodworker’s greatest challenge. Countless hours of effort are at stake whenever you start applying that all-important final finish to your project. To help you achieve flawless results – and breathe easier – our editors compiled Fine Woodworking Best Finishing Techniques, a collection of 36 invaluable articles from America’s premier woodworking magazine.

With the right advice you can enjoy perfect results. With the help of 500 step-by-step photos, our experts show you how to attack the finishing process with confidence. Learn how to properly prep all surfaces, choose dyes or stains to complement the wood, master the tricky art of applying them, and even troubleshoot potential problems.

Become a fearless finisher. Fine Woodworking Best Finishing Techniques will arm you with the hard-won experience gained over decades by top craftsmen. Now every project you build will be made even more beautiful by the final finish you apply.

Spheres within spheres, stars within cubes, delicate lattices with no apparent means of support—woodturners over the centuries have developed a whole range of extraordinary structures which seem at first sight to be quite impossible. In fact, all of these things can be made by anyone with basic woodturning skills, an ordinary lathe and simple hand tools—and this book shows you how.

• A best-seller when first published in 1993, the book has been thoroughly revised for this new edition.
• Stunning new 3-D illustrations show cutaway views of the work in progress, making the instructions even easier to follow than before.
• A variety of projects in addition to an introductory chapter outlining the required equipment, advice on selecting wood, as well as workshop safety.

Old furniture, whether a treasured heirloom or consignment shop find, is often better made than anything that can be bought today. So, why let damaged finishes detract from a beautiful piece when you can repair or refinish it in a way that preserves the piece and makes it look as good as new? Author Jeff Jewitt, a professional refinisher with over 30 years’ experience, shares his tricks, shortcuts, and tools of the trade in Refinishing Furniture Made Simple, an easy-to-follow book/DVD set that is sure to fly off the shelves.

Weekend refinishers as well as professional woodworkers will benefit from the insider tips on how to evaluate the condition of a piece to decide the best strategy for rejuvenating it, repair and revive finishes to enhance their beauty while preserving their patina, and match an old finish for a seamless look.

Quilters want to finish their quilts—and that means doing their own machine quilting. In Free-Motion Quilting 101, teacher and quilter Ashley Nickels provides in-depth instruction on learning the technique of free-motion quilting, combined with simple small projects that reinforce the technique. Quilters will have fun while learning the necessary steps to complete a quilting project.

• Free-Motion Quilting 101 is divided into three parts—workbook-style practice; project session and in-depth reference for finishing a quilt
• 15 foundational designs
• 3 simple projects and 1 larger project that is a culmination of the techniques learned in the book

Free-Motion Quilting 101 is squarely on mastering the technique on a regular home sewing machine and will be the book new quilters pick up first to learn how to free-motion quilt successfully.

Hands down, the best introduction to sewing! If you are a new crafter or aspiring sewer, it's just as easy to learn the basics of sewing the right way, right away – and avoid problems from the get-go. Since nobody does sewing better than the folks at Threads, you'll want to get Sewing Made Simple —it's packed with expert advice that makes sewing easy and fun.

The perfect refresher course for anyone who sews. If you've been away from sewing, or never really learned the proper techniques, Sewing Made Simple is the answer for you, too. It will show you how to get back on track and build your skills on a firm foundation. And it's a handy reference to go back to any time you have a question.

Simple projects with lots of style. Sewing Made Simple isn't just lessons, it includes some fabulous projects you'll enjoy making for yourself or as gifts, including:

• A roomy tote bag for work or the beach
• Gorgeous scarves that can look casual or fancy
• Today's most-wanted bag _—– the clutch
• Pillows for every room of the house and more.

Expert tips get you up to speed quickly. Threads editors share their vast experience with you including pointers for setting up a cool sewing spot, the best tools and notions to buy, and plenty of helpful tips. If you liked sewing before, Sewing Made Simple will be the start of a love affair with sewing.

This title is suitable for absolute beginners looking to become confident woodworkers. It combines the best material from Taunton's Getting Started in Woodworking Series. It includes detailed step-by-step photos, illustrations, shop schematics and exploded drawings. For beginners looking to become confident woodworkers relatively quickly, this self-teaching guide will do the trick.

Woodworking 101 combines the best material from the four books in Taunton's Getting Started in Woodworking Series (Getting Started in Woodworking, Your First Workshop, Projects for Your Shop, and Furniture You Can Build). Gathered here in a single volume, it's a powerful instructional tool. Highly visual and easy to follow, the book includes detailed step-by-step photos, illustrations, shop schematics, and exploded drawings.

Learn the ins and outs of using a sewing machine with How to Machine Sew. This accessible introduction to machine sewing will teach you everything you need to get started, including basic machine stitches, making seams and hems, binding edges, and working with zippers.

In no time at all, you'll be creating beautiful and handy items to use around your home, like a pot holder, place mat, strip quilt, drawstring bag, makeup purse, pillow cover, and more. Clear step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and beautiful photography make this workshop-in-a-book ideal for the absolute beginner.

Whiling away a few hours making pompoms is fantastic fun for all the family, and these wonderfully easy pompom projects are sure to brighten up your day. Ideal to make as gifts for young and old alike, you can choose from 17 projects. Pompom Crafts contains clear step-by-step instructions and a fully illustrated techniques section, you'll be whipping up these cute pompom makes in next to no time.

The Handplane Book is a complete guide to one of the best known and most collectable hand tools. It covers all the basics, including how to buy a plane, tune it up, and use it. Fascinating background information on the development and manufacture of handplanes shows the rich heritage of this versatile tool. Focusing on planes from the golden age of the handplanes (19th and early 20th century), it also profiles tools from many sources around the world.

Weekends are the perfect time to get crafting! This stash-busting sewing book, aimed at beginner to intermediate crafters, has 25 quick and easy projects to make, all from fat quarters or fabric scraps.

• Each project has easy-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography, as well as a comprehensive techniques section.
• Ideal for using up leftover remnants of fabric to make great gifts. Give them to your family and friends, or keep them for yourself!
• Projects include: apron, tea cozy, coin purse, weekend bag, bunting and bed quilt.

Learning to knit has never been easier! An accessible introduction to knitting, How to Knit is for absolute beginners. Simple-to-follow projects teach the basic skills and techniques of this fun and creative craft. 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 beautiful photographs of the finished projects are included throughout, making How to Knit both practical and inspirations—the ideal book for want-to-be knitters!

Projects include: tablet cover, hot-water bottle cover, striped hobo bag, fingerless gauntlets, beanie hat with felt corsage, envelope clutch bag, cabled placemats and coasters, chunky lace cowl and patchwork cushion cover.

Perfect for inspiring kids to get out in the fresh air, this brilliant book is crammed full of outdoor activities and fun for children.  As well as gaining some simple survival skills, children will learn more about the world around them and their place within it. Practical, creative and educational, the tasks concentrate on leaving only a positive trace, while enjoying the great outdoors.

This comprehensive resource is the ultimate companion for mastering diverse box-making techniques, perfect for both beginners and experienced woodworkers.

Unlock the art of craftsmanship and transform your ideas into exquisite wooden treasures with Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Box Making by esteemed professional woodworker Doug Stowe.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Techniques: Explore a wide range of box-making methods, ensuring you have the skills needed to create stunning, functional boxes tailored to your personal style.
• Detailed Material Overviews: Gain insights into selecting the best materials, hardware, and tools for your projects, setting you up for success in every creation.
• Step-by-Step Guidance: Learn about various woodworking joints with clear, step-by-step instructions that help you build confidence and expertise in your craft.
• Visual Inspiration: With over 500 vibrant color photographs, this guide offers a clear and engaging approach to woodworking, making it an essential addition to your library.
• Bonus Resource: This book is a valuable companion to Stowe's DVD, Basic Box Making, enhancing your learning experience and practical skills.

A sturdy, well-designed workbench is essential for any woodworker, whether you’re a beginner setting up your first shop or a seasoned pro looking to upgrade.

Workbenches is a comprehensive guide that pulls together the best articles from Fine Woodworking magazine, providing expert advice on building, customizing, and accessorizing your workbench to suit your needs.

Key Features:

• Wide Variety of Designs: Explore workbench options, from classic Shaker benches to compact models with built-in storage. Whether you need a small, starter bench or a full-scale workbench that will serve you for decades, this book has you covered.
• Workbench Accessories: Learn how to outfit your bench with essential accessories like vises, clamps, holdfasts, and bench hooks for every woodworking task, from planing and sawing to chiseling and finishing.
• Expert Tips & Techniques: Detailed chapters on workbench organization, tool storage solutions, and best practices for working at your bench will help you optimize your workflow and keep your shop efficient.
• Perfect for All Skill Levels: Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, Workbenches offers advice and inspiration for every woodworker. Build your dream bench and enhance your woodworking experience for years to come.

Learn the stunning art of Sashiko stitching with this comprehensive guide that's packed with inspirational ideas. Meaning "little stabs", it's a traditional Japanese sewing method that uses evenly spaced running stitches to create eye-catching geometric patterns.

• 20 patterns and motifs that readers can choose from and use as templates for their own unique Sashiko designs.
• Thorough guidance on the tools, materials and basic techniques,
  
• Included are large-scale items such as bedding, a door curtain and wall-hanging, and smaller items, such as brooches, greetings cards and notebook covers.

Sashiko explores the history of this strikingly effective technique and demonstrates how to apply it to a range of useful and ornamental items for the home, accessories and gifts.

Ready, Set, Turn! Weekend Woodturning Projects: 25 Simple Projects for the Home is the best way to start your woodturning and woodworking pursuit. This book will build your woodturning skills and your confidence.

Ideal for beginner and intermediate turners. This book presents clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied by over 600 photographs and finely detailed drawings (with dimensions for further guidance)  —here's all the hands-on knowledge you'll need to start your woodworking projects. Features that all weekend woodturning warriors will love:

• Helpful sections on safety
• How to season wood
• Tool and material lists for each project
• Special sidebars describing the types of wood used

Learn to use 6 basic tools. With clear and concise instruction, you will learn to use:

• Spindle roughing gouge
• Spindle gouge
• Parting tool
• Bowl gouge
• Skew chisel
• Scrapers
• Plus carving tools and a boring tool

25 fabulous and functional projects are quick to make. Projects will take from a couple of hours to only a few days to complete. Using a limited number of tools and types of equipment, these are stress-free projects ideally suited to a beginner or intermediate turner. The fun, practical projects for household items include:

• Rolling pin
• Candlestick
• Beaded bowl
• Salt and pepper mills
• Christmas ornaments, and many more!

Fat Quarter: Vintage is the latest addition to a fabulous series of stash-busting sewing books. Separated into five decades, from the 1930s to the 1970s, each chapter contains five projects using fat quarter fabric or scraps that reflect the era.

• Projects have clear step-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography
• Includes a useful tools and technique section for those who are new to sewing
• Perfect for using the leftover remnants of fabric
• the projects make great gifts

Projects include: 1930s pin cushion, 1940s flower brooch, 1940s sewing machine cover, 1950s apron, 1950s sunglasses case, 1960s child's dress, 1970's draft stopper, 1970s shopping bag.

Here's an opportunity to create something truly unique by using woodworking techniques that are as "green" as it gets.

By collecting branches and logs, recycled lumber, or scavenged wood from old buildings, you can build rustic furniture with a distinctive look -- and a primitive, earthy charm.

But before you get started, you'll need the guidance of a seasoned furniture maker. And it's all here for you in Rustic Furniture Basics -- from professional woodworker, teacher and author Doug Stowe.

An ideal guide for beginners, this valuable reference includes 10 diverse projects designed to teach you all the basic techniques you'll need to make a wide range of rustic furniture.

Here are a few of the projects you'll find.

• Rustic white oak chest
• Western cedar tables
• Rustic chair
• Slab-top coffee table

By following step-by-step instructions with detailed graphics, you'll learn every procedure -- traditional joinery, cutting round mortises and tenons, weaving twigs, making a webbed seat, and much more.

In searching for the natural materials to complete each project, you'll discover a process that challenges your imagination in a new and satisfying way -- as you tap into your own powers of ingenuity.

And by using basic hand tools and low-tech procedures, you'll revisit some of the simple pleasures that earlier generations of craftsmen enjoyed.

If you've got a cabin in the woods or a country hideaway in need of just the right pieces to suit its rustic character, here's the book you need to make it happen.

An insider’s secrets to tailoring and making alterations. Master the basics and more with Simple Tailoring & Alterations, a practical guide written by an accomplished costume maker and theatrical tailor. With over thirty years experience in the garment industry, J. Francois-Campbell knows every tailoring trick of the trade and shares them with you.

A nip and a tuck for the perfect fit.Off-the-rack clothing rarely fits well because it was not made to your specific measurements. With the step-by-step instructions – plus 250 full-color photographs and 100 helpful illustrations – you can now make alterations that will save you big bucks:

• Save by updating outfits that no longer fit properly and spend less on new clothes.
• Don't pay expensive tailoring fees to have clothing mended and altered.
• Do follow these simple techniques to improve your wardrobe and line your pockets with the money you save.

10 essential tailoring techniques. Jay François-Campbell guides you through must-now techniques suitable for novices and intermediate sewers that range from replacing buttons to changing a garment's shape for a better fit. Projects cover skirts, dresses, pants, jackets, shirts, coats, capes, suits, sweaters, vests and ties.

Master new skills and get more from what’s in your closet. Get your copy of Simple Tailoring & Alterations you are on your way to advancing your skills with in-depth information on equipment, fabric choices, measuring, stitching, and making pro-level alterations to men’s and women’s garments. Here’s know-how that will help you revamp your wardrobe and adeptly handle sweeping alterations that go beyond changing a hemline.

Step into the world of luxury doll fashion with Doll Couture by renowned couturier Kenneth D. King. Doll Couture offers intricate and beautifully crafted designs that reflect King’s mastery of couture sewing techniques.

Whether you’re a doll enthusiast, a fiber arts fan, or someone who loves detailed fashion, this book provides endless inspiration and guidance.

Let Doll Couture inspire your next sewing project, as you bring Kenneth D. King’s couture expertise to your own doll clothing creations. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced sewist, this book offers a stylish and fun way to explore the world of custom doll fashion.

Key Features:

• Couture Techniques for Miniature Garments: Learn how to create high-fashion doll clothes using the same techniques Kenneth D. King employs in his full-scale designs for celebrities.

• Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions: King shares his knowledge of garment construction, from fabric selection to finishing details, all tailored for 11-1/2 inch fashion dolls.

• Viral Inspiration from Social Media: Explore designs inspired by King’s viral online series featuring Crazy Bella and her chic entourage.

• Perfect for Collectors and Sewists Alike: Whether you’re looking to elevate your doll collection or explore advanced sewing techniques, Doll Couture combines nostalgia with high-fashion inspiration.

• A New Wave in Doll Fashion: With the recent resurgence of doll culture and the growing interest in fiber arts, this book taps into a renewed love for collectible dolls and meticulous craftsmanship.

Denim Upcycled contains 25 creative projects using old pairs of jeans to create fabulous customised clothes & homewares.

Jeans are such a wardrobe staple that most people end up with at least one or two pairs of that don’t fit any more, have worn out in places or have gone out of style. But instead of consigning them to landfill, why not repurpose them? Denim is a durable and versatile fabric that’s perfect for upcycling into stylish, sustainable and useful items for you, your family and friends, and your home. With clear instructions and handy tips throughout, projects are suitable for all levels.

Woodworking finishes can make a good project great. Spray Finishing offers professional results far superior to brushing or other hand-applied methods. Now that home woodworkers have access to the specialized tools and finishing products that were once used only by professional finishers, all they need is direction.

Enter Jeff Jewitt, a well-known authority on finishing who combines his vast knowledge of the subject with the latest technology to produce this integrated eBook and video combination, the first in Taunton's 'Woodworking Made Simple' series. Jewitt explains how to choose equipment and demystifies the spray-finishing process.

Through this unique multimedia approach, which includes detailed step-by-step instructions, photos, and how-to video, readers learn where to safely spray finishes and how to troubleshoot and solve spray-finishing problems. Both the book and DVD cover a variety of spray systems, solvents, and waterborne finishing products.

Back by popular demand, these classic woodworking titles from Fine Woodworking magazine are filled with first-rate information that is as timeless now as it was when first published.

The era of Sheraton, Chippendale, and the great American cabinetmakers was the golden age of furniture. The elegant, refined forms of the period remain unmatched. Collected from the pages of Fine Woodworking, the examples in this book show the work of some of the most talented practitioners of period furnituremaking. In the 18th Century Style includes instructions for 10 projects including a Sheraton bed, a highboy, and a drop-leaf breakfast table. In addition, 13 examples of superb craftsmanship in a variety of styles from Queen Anne to Pembroke are featured. This book is an essential reference for anyone who appreciates classic period furniture.

Includes: Complete instructions for 10 projects including making ogee bracket feet, veneering an ellipse, inlaying a Federal styel oval, and building a Pembroke Table. In-depth discussion of the materials of period furniture including hardware and lumber. Finely crafted examples of 18th-century reproductions and furniture inspired by the classical tradition.

Back by popular demand, these classic woodworking titles from Fine Woodworking magazine are filled with first-rate information that is as timeless now as it was when first published.

One of the most enjoyable aspects of woodworking is sharing what you've learned about tools, materials, jigs, and fixtures with fellow woodworkers. A craftman's solitary small victory over a knotty shop problem can make the work a little easier for hundreds of others. This is the idea behind the popular "Methods of Work" section in Fine Woodworking magazine. For years, "Methods of Work" has served as a kind of national switchboard for woodworkers eager to share tips, jigs, and shop tricks. This book is a collection of these contributions. If you've ever thought to yourself during a grueling session at the workbench, "There's got to be a better way", you'll probably find it here.

Since it began publication in 1975, Fine Woodworking has written about practically every aspect of the craft. The "Fine Woodworking on..." series organizes many of the articles from the magazine into individual volumes by subject. Each book in this series offers an in-depth look at a particular aspect of woodworking, from the perspective of skilled professional and dedicated amateur woodworkers.

From the most basic techniques to the most advanced procedures, here's the ultimate owner's manual for anyone who uses a tablesaw.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, you'll find all the valuable tips and step-by-step advice you need to master ripping, crosscutting, joint making, and shaping. All made so much easier to learn -- and put into action -- by over 600 useful photos and illustrations.

With many years of experience as a professional woodworker, and as Tools Editor for a leading woodworking magazine, Paul Anthony delivers a wealth of practical information in the most user-friendly format you'll ever find.

All the tricks of the trade are covered in clear, colorful detail. You'll learn how to:

• Choose the right tablesaw
• Select the proper blade for each procedure
• Cut wood down to size for length and width
• Cut miters for trim
• Create a wide range of joints and decorative effects
• Extend the use of your tablesaw with jigs and fixtures
• Guarantee consistent results with repetitive operations
• Maximize safety with proven tips and inside advice

If you're looking for a single book that delivers everything you need to know about tablesaws, here's a virtual encyclopedia for your reference library -- put together by the consummate professional.

Mini Cross Stitch Designs is an inspiring collection of 100 small, colorful and fun motifs to stitch.

Cross stitch is making a big comeback with modern crafters and it’s easy to see why. Providing the perfect introduction for beginners, 100 Mini Cross Stitch Designs will also appeal to intermediate and advanced cross stitchers looking for inspiration. The book provides a detailed section on tools and materials, instructions on getting started, reading cross stitch charts, essential stitches and finishing touches.

With so many wonderful designs to choose from, selecting a project is likely to be the most time-consuming part of the whole process! From bees to bicycles, caravans to cupcakes, and rockets to rainbows, there are contemporary subjects and styles to suit every taste. Display your stitches in an embroidery hoop, frame or greeting cards or choose a pattern that adorns clothing, home furnishings or other decorative items. There are useful tips on how to add your own personality to projects and ways to incorporate leftover thread or fabric.

100 Essential Crochet Stitches is the ultimate "Go-To" guide for 100 of the most essential crochet stitches. 

Ideal for beginners or a great reference guide for more experienced crocheter's, this reference book is essential for all who want to hone their skills.  It provides all the information needed to make a large range of projects.  Readers will enjoy the concise step-by-step instructions and crystal clear photography, carefully explaining how to create each stitch.  This is sure to be the essential guide for all crocheter's for years to come.

• Simple stitches provide the foundation of knitted fabrics.
• Colorwork designs brighten up your project.
• Textured stitches and lacy patterns add interest to your work.
• Delicate edges and trims finish things off nicely. 
• The opening section covers essential knowledge on tools and materials and getting started.

Each stitch is rated for difficulty and is laid out with a decorative stitched sample and clear instructions.  

100 Essential Embroidery Stitches is a handy directory of 100 need-to-know freestyle embroidery stitches to refresh or add to your embroidery skills. Embroidery is like ‘painting’ with thread and this book gives you all the techniques you will need to create your own works of art. Whether you are new to embroidery and want to widen your repertoire or just need a comprehensive reference guide to look things up, you’ll find everything you need to improve your embroidery skills and feel confident tackling a wide range of projects.

Go from leftover yarn to 100 Little Knitted Projects. It’s everywhere—balled-up remnants of yarn from the sweater you knitted, random scraps left languishing in a cupboard. Now you can recycle these yarn leftovers into 100 fun, fabulous, and frivolous projects to choose from in 100 Little Knitted Projects.

Great as gifts and stocking stuffers! These precious little masterpieces appeal to knitters of all ages and abilities…and, when given as gifts, are sure to delight both children and adults. They make adorable party favors, table decorations, and Christmas tree ornaments. Turn them into fun brooches, key chains, or even string them together and make a sweet bunting to decorate the nursery—the possibilities are endless.

This darling new knitting guide features:

• 100 whimsical knitting projects—from mini animals to sports, birthdays to nature—you can whip up in an instant
• Step-by-step instructions with 20 illustrations and 280 color photographs to lead the way and ignite your creative spark

Easy to make…easy to love! Unravel your yarn remnants and start knitting up these lovable knick-knacks with 100 Little Knitted Projects. They’re 100 pocket-sized rays of sunshine!

Every knitter dreams of having a perfectly curated box of socks that holds all of their gorgeous handmade creations. Julie Ann Lebouthillier has created 24 incredible sock knitting patterns that are perfect for you to knit for yourself, friends and family to create the perfect box of socks.

This collection of fun sock designs is based on the idea of a hand knitted 'box of socks'. This is the ultimate guide for knitters who want to create their own box of socks, packed with 24 original patterns for a wide range of different sock designs.

The patterns vary in difficulty from very beginner to more complex so there is lots of choice and plenty to appeal to experienced knitters as well as newbie sock knitters. There are patterns for socks using gradient yarn as well patterns for stranded colorwork designs, textured knits and even cabled designs so you can build your skills and expand your sock knitting know-how while you work your way through the designs, building your very own box of socks as you go.

Learn how to measure your foot properly in order to be able to knit a sock that fits perfectly. There are instructions about how to calculate what size to cast on and how much negative ease you need to get beautiful, handmade that socks that are also a joy to wear. Author and sock fanatic, Julie Lebouthillier, also includes advice and a handy guide for sizing down to children's sizes so you can make matching sets for all the family.

There are instructions for different sock knitting techniques including casting on and binding off methods, as well as increasing and decreasing, and there is a basic sock pattern for you to try the key techniques if you've never knitted a sock before.

The designs themselves are fun and original with a real range of different designs for every mood and occasion. There is a beautiful snowflake design for keeping feet cosy in the winter as well as a neon pink design based on cake sprinkles which is fun for the summer. With these 24 patterns you will find the perfect sock design for every day no matter what your mood and it is the perfect opportunity to use up those gorgeous skeins of sock yarn that you couldn’t resist buying.

Best known as one of the most widely used industrial ceramic techniques, slipcasting has become increasingly attractive to individual artists and craftspersons. Slip, a water and clay solution, is poured into porous molds. As the mold absorbs water from the slip, a layer of clay forms a cast. The excess slip is removed from the mold and the cast is stiffened, removed, dried, and fired in a kiln. Since the molds can be based on anything from delicate sculpture to found objects, slipcasting frees artists from the constraints of other ceramic techniques while allowing them to create multiples of their works.

Sasha Wardell's Slipcasting is a straightforward, practical guide for those interested in the boundless possibilities of the technique. The book contains more than one hundred color illustrations, diagrams, and slip formulas. An inspiring "Individual Approaches" chapter discusses the slipcast work of a variety of contemporary ceramicists from around the world.

Printmaking techniques have long been used in the pottery industry, but until comparatively recently ceramicists have tended to view the use of these techniques with disdain. Attitudes are changing rapidly now, however, as makers continue to explore creative possibilities while working with ceramic materials.

In this book, Paul Scott briefly discusses the history of ceramics and print, and then concentrates on the techniques used by contemporary ceramicists. These include: screen printing, both transfer decoration and working directly onto clay; photographic processes; sponge printing; stamped ware; linocuts; prints from plaster slabs; and other printmaking techniques.

For this new edition Ceramics and Print has been significantly expanded and treats recent developments in the use of the photocopier, laser printer, and computer-generated prints. Many of the illustrations are new, and color images now replace almost all of the earlier black-and-white photographs. The book, groundbreaking in its original publication, has in the Second Edition been brought up to date and should add considerably to the knowledge of this exciting and popular medium.

In Introducing Pottery, international potter and teacher Dan Rhode shares more than twenty years of experience in a well-organized, fully illustrated volume. Rhode's comprehensive overview of the methods, techniques, equipment, and theory allows novice and more advanced clay artists to solve problems as they develop and to keep improving.

Introducing Pottery begins with a brief history of world ceramics and a practical discussion of the fundamentals of clay chemistry and composition. The guide quickly moves into step-by-step instructions for working in clay. It covers throwing and handbuilding methods, and even shows how to set up a clay studio. Introducing Pottery includes an in-depth look at glaze making, formulation, and application that goes beyond mainstream glazes and allows artists to express their own aesthetic. Readers will learn about the differences between firing techniques, and how to use them in variety of kilns. Each method is illustrated with full color photographs of professional ceramicists at work in their studios. Easy-to-read tables and charts also complement the clearly written instructions.

With 200 color illustrations and inspiring writing from a master ceramicist, Introducing Pottery belongs in every new clay worker's library. As potters gain experience, this guide will continue to be a valuable source of information, giving them the tools to evaluate and learn from their experience.

Lustreware, once associated with alchemy for its golden effects, may no longer be a guarded secret of potters and tillers, but the technique still intimidates many artists. The challenging mix of science and art requires a great deal of experimentation to achieve the desired results. Perfecting lustre demands patience, experience, and, above all, knowledge. Yet the iridescent beauty of this decorative technique makes it all worthwhile. Lustre takes on many appearances, from a warm coppery glow to a spectacular prismatic finish. In Lustre, ceramic artist Greg Daly demystifies the method and removes the guesswork from the process.

Lustre begins with a brief historical overview of the technique, from its origins in ninth-century Tunisia to the application of nanotechnology in the ceramics industry today. Daly then guides ceramicists through each lustre production method: pigment, glaze, resin, and fuming. In each case, he breaks down the essential techniques and important safety procedures through simple step-by-step instructions and recipes. The handbook provides detailed technical information in clear language and easy-to-read tables and charts. The results, presented in full-color photographs, are sure to inspire. Lustre features examples of some of the world's best ceramics.

Daly's encouraging and practical book gives intermediate to advanced ceramic makers and ceramic teachers the knowledge to produce an amazing variety of metallic finishes. This one-of-a-kind guide puts the magic of lustre within reach.

The use of wax, paper, clay, and other materials to prevent the effects of heat, fire, smoke, chemical reactions, colors, and glazes from altering or contaminating the surfaces of work is very popular with ceramicists. However, learning to use these techniques can be a long and frustrating process, particularly when complicated by considerations of the state of the clay and the form of glazing to be used.

In this book Peter Beard discusses the techniques of masking and resist and gives guidance as to how best to use various materials and firing methods to achieve a wide range of finishes.

Once a ceramic piece is finished it can be embellished or enhanced with other materials, such as a wooden or metal handle, glass stopper, or resin knob. Objects with varying textures such as feathers, recycled pieces of wood, metal, glass, or other ceramic pieces can be joined after firing with modern bonding methods. Ceramics with Mixed Media is a practical handbook that shows how other materials can be combined with ceramics for functional, decorative, or sculptural reasons.

In this book, Joy Bosworth examines the best ways of combining and fitting these materials together-including some inside the kiln. She covers the practicalities and specific problems that one is likely to encounter when trying to join different materials together. Helpful step-by-step illustrations are included along with the work of many contemporary artists, which will both inform and inspire the reader.

A growing number of ceramic artists now choose not to glaze their work. Instead, they use an unglazed—naked—surface to express their ideas and concerns. From slips and terra sigillata to burnishing, engobes, oxide washes, and additions to the clay body, there is a wide range of techniques artists can employ to achieve the finishes they desire. As these techniques are suitable for a broad spectrum of processes, subject matter and context (from slipcasting to handbuilding, from high to low firing temperatures, from figurative to conceptual, from domestic to public), the scope of the work produced by the artists represented in this book is enormous.

In Naked Clay Jane Perryman not only presents the finished ceramics and techniques of an international group of artists, she also investigates their ideas and areas of inspiration to further an understanding of their work. Each artist presented here has a unique style and way of working, but they are all connected through their committed relationship to the material and their desire to express their ideas using "naked" clay.

This beautifully illustrated book will inform and inspire not only students, professionals, and teachers, it will fascinate collectors and, indeed, anyone with an interest in contemporary ceramics.

Paperclay is an extremely versatile material for the contemporary potter. Now firmly established in the ceramics world, this mix of clay and paper fibers is remarkably flexible, strong, and easy to repair. This highly workable medium allows expressive freedom and imagination at every stage in the creative process, even after drying and firing. In Paperclay, artists will discover the world of possibilities offered by this blend of earth, paper, and water.

Building on the success of her previous books, artist and teacher Rosette Gault explains how potters and clay sculptors can make, fire, and reshape paperclay. This comprehensive guide covers a range of methods from dry modeling to slurry state. Going beyond the basics, the book introduces advanced techniques for building armatures, sculpting figures, and forming wall hangings. It also includes information on recycled and sustainable ingredients. Paperclay features all-new color photographs and diagrams of techniques and tools, as well as inspiring works by today's leading international ceramicists.

Packed with photographs and clear instructions, Gault's book is an essential introduction to paperclay for ceramics artists and educators.

Like clay, all glaze materials come from the earth. Traditionally, stones, plants, and other natural materials provided the elements for ceramic surface decoration. In an age of synthetic and mass-produced glazes, handmade glazes from locally sourced ingredients allow artists to produce unique pieces that reflect their surrounding landscapes. In Natural Glazes, Miranda Forrest guides readers through the process of experimentation and discovery to make amazing hues from organic materials.

Whether a glaze is mixed from scratch or local items are added to a commercial glaze, this concise book teaches the essential steps. A variety of glaze materials is available in any location, and Forrest shows artists how to recognize and gather appropriate ingredients and prepare them for blending. She explains how to work with vegetation and organic materials such as grass, wood, and seashells, giving step-by-step directions for mixing glazes and testing sample blends for optimal results. Natural Glazes covers application and firing techniques such as raku and offers health and environmental safety information.

Natural Glazes contains full-color photographs of completed works, charts and tables providing firing times and other data, and insightful essays from other ceramic artists specializing in natural glaze work. Using found materials in glazes is a creative way to add a local touch to ceramics. With Natural Glazes, inspiration may be as close as your own backyard.

A collection of beginner-friendly knitting patterns for Foxy, a stylish urban fox, and his friends: Lolly the Cat; Sasha the Dog; Banjo the Bear; Rodney the Raccoon and Echo the Arctic Fox.

Follow Foxy and his friends as they set off on adventures near and far and learn to knit them, their clothes and accessories. The designs and illustrations have a quirky, original style and Foxy himself exudes understated cool – whether he’s kicking back and listening to his vinyl collection at home or enjoying a macchiato with Banjo at his favourite coffee house.

There are written patterns and simple charts (when required) for all the projects and step-by-step instructions and artworks for all the necessary techniques and stitches. The knitted animals all share the same body so it’s just the tails and heads that need to be changed. All the animals and their clothes are knitted flat and sewn together and they are all knitted in garter stitch (knit stitch) so are very beginner friendly.

Packed full of 50 knitting patterns this collection offers so many options: knit Foxy and Banjo as they drink coffee and talk about their passion, music; Knit Lolly's cute beret and coat that she wears as she visits the market on her way home from the publishing company where she works.

As well as the wonderful photography of the friends on their adventures there are wonderful illustrations that really bring their characters to life and will have you reaching for this book every time. The authors are sisters Daniella and Venice – Venice is an illustrator and created Foxy’s world in her artworks and Daniella brought him to life in knitted form.

NOTE: due to changes to the recommended yarn by the manufacturer the amounts required to knit Foxy, Echo and Sasha have changed to the following:
To Knit Foxy you will need 3 x balls of Bobcat (512) and size 3.5mm (US size 4) knitting needles.
To knit Sasha you will need 3 x balls of Milk (500) and size 3.5mm (US size 4) knitting needles.
To knit Echo you will need 3 x balls of Milk (500 and size 3.5mm (US size 4) knitting needles.

Sew bold, modern landscape quilts inspired by wide open spaces with this collection of patterns for every quilter.

I can’t believe how much good information is packed into one book! Donna includes more than just beautiful projects, she answers technique, fabric, and color theory questions you didn’t even know you had. The unique quilt designs make Donna’s passion for nature come alive! – Suzy Williams, founder of Suzy Quilts

Modern Landscape Quilts takes you on a journey with 14 original scenic projects inspired by the great outdoors. From the mountains to the beach, each easy-to-piece pictorial landscape design features a mini companion project for an even faster make.

Illustrated step-by-step instructions and skill-building patchwork piecing methods, along with a detailed guide on how to construct a quilt from start to finish, make it a perfect all-in-one reference book for confident beginners and beyond.

This book features:
- Seven minimalist landscape themes with two designs each for a total of 14 quilt projects.
- Clear and concise instructions to piece, sew and trim fundamental quilt blocks.
- Dedicated chapters explaining how to quilt by machine or by hand.
- Tips for efficient sewing as well as simple tricks to avoid common patchwork piecing issues.
- Easy-to-follow instructions to create a wall hanging or pillow cover.

The opening section includes a quick and comprehensive guide on understanding fabrics, choosing colors, and preparing fabrics for accurate cutting. Plus, bonus tips are provided to adapt some of the quilt patterns into other usable works of art. Machine quilting, along with in-depth tutorials on hand quilting and binding, allow makers to choose their destination on how to complete the projects in this book.

Quilt designer and author, Donna McLeod, provides a versatile selection of time-conscious projects inspired by the diverse landscapes of California. Travel from the river to the woodlands in comfort at the flip of a page. Lots of the photography was done in the locations that inspired some of the designs in the book, inviting you to take photographs of your own Modern Landscape Quilts in the wild.

The cats have spoken...

If you humans insist on doing your stitchy hobby rather than give us your full attention, the very least you could do is make it about us cats. A book in our honour might suffice.

Luckily for you Cross stitch with Cattitude is here, a book packed with 20 fresh, sassy and snarky designs celebrating us feisty felines and all of our delightful(!) quirks, and all from best-selling cross stitch designer and bonafide cat lady, Emma Congdon.

Cat approved sentiments include: I Hate You the Least; You Work, I Watch and Judge; Feed Me and Tell Me I'm Pretty; How About No; Show Me Your Kitties; Boys Whatever, Cats Forever; Hiss Off; and many more.

Easy-to-follow full-colour charts, step-by-step instructions on all the techniques, and a gifty package make this the ideal (dare we say, purrfect?) book for beginners upwards as well as anyone fortunate enough to be owned by one of us cats.

Meow.

Needlepoint is back in the spotlight with a graphic and contemporary new look. In this bumper directory of patterns, all the designs are easy to stitch in yarn on canvas.

The main stitch used for these patterns is the Bargello stitch, a stitch that actually includes several variations such as flame stitch and Florentine stitch. This group of stitches use regular, straight stitches that repeat with a regular offset. Further patterns also use other stitches adapted to the canvas, which will allow you to diversify your techniques and obtain more complex designs.

Throughout the pages, you will discover simple patterns that can be repeated ad infinitum, allowing you to cover any size canvas. Follow the colours given or change to your own palettes for even greater pattern variations. Frame your creations or transform them into cushions, bags, cases and more - the hardest part is choosing which of the 500 patterns to start with!

Get ready to spend some time with a suave high-flying rhino, a lovesick elephant who knows her way around a kitchen and a seriously chivalrous tiger... in a new and updated edition of this crochet classic!

With just two weeks to go before baby Edward's due date, yarn enthusiast and mum-to-be Kerry Lord picked up a crochet hook for the first time and a new obsession began. Over the next 12 months the collection of crochet animals expanded week on week until Edward's Menagerie was complete, and the first edition was published in 2014. Ten years on, the book has sold over a quarter of a milllon copies, while the collection has expanded and improved, prompting a new edition featuring fully updated patterns and a selection of brand new animals.

These cute animals with larger-than-life personalities are made using simple crochet techniques and the step-by-step instructions enable a complete beginner to get hooking straight away. Each animal also has a universal pattern where you can change your hook and yarn to create four different sizes, making 200 different possibilities.

Be warned that these unlikely characters made using a supersoft yarn in a sumptuous natural colour palette will become your new best friends as you hook your way through the whole menagerie!

Explore the world of tiny 3D crochet with this collection of patterns for super cute micro amigurumi!

This is amigurumi crochet on a tiny scale - make the smallest fruit and veg, sealife creatures and wizards and dragons - with this creative collection of crochet designs.

Amigurumi on this scale - some of the ami are as small as a thumbnail while others are no bigger than your thumb - can be used to create a variety of tiny projects. They can become charms, jewellery, keyrings or even dollhouse decorations.

There are ten themed chapters including About Town, Fruit & Veg, Sealife, Space, Fairy Woodland, Back To School, Travel, Animals and Food, with 10 different amigurumi patterns in each chapter so there is something for everyone.

With this collection of crochet patterns you can choose your favourites from the cutest fungi to a teeny tiny laby bird from the Fairy Woodland chapter through to a miniscule sea serpent or magical wizard from the Myth & Legend chapter.

The projects are made using a variety of hook sizes ranging from 0.5mm through to 1.5mm. There is a section about what kind of threads to use including sewing threads, cotton and embroidery threads. However, the projects can also be scaled up by using a larger hook and thicker thread for bigger amigurumi. There is advice about the best tools and materials to use in order to get the best results.

There are specific instructions for working at such a small scale including the best ways to hold the thread and hook and how to embroider faces and expressions and adding hair, which really brings the amigurumi to life. There is also advice about reducing and increasing stitches, counting stitches when working small and how to change colour mid-row, and specific advice about crocheting in rounds and how to stuff the tiny amigurumi.

As well as the written patterns for all the amigurumi, there are charts for any flat pattern sections. And there are also detailed instructions and step-by-step photography and artworks for all the special techniques and stitches such as finishing off and weaving in ends.

Step into the tiny world of modern miniatures with this collection of tutorials for 50 modern dollhouse furnishing makes.

Create your fantasy interior on a tiny scale with these step-by-step instructions for contemporary dollhouse projects including the most exciting contemporary designs for furniture and soft furnishings. With this practical guide to miniatures you can let your imagination run wild and create your dream home without the constraints of location or budget!

There are techniques for 50 projects to create beautiful, modern rooms at the miniature scale of 1:12, which is suitable for dollhouses and room boxes. The projects can be mix and matched to create endless interior variations.

Designer and author, Chelsea Andersson, has designed an aspirational collection of furniture for the contemporary home for you to create in miniature. Learn how to make iconic pieces like the kidney shaped coffee table, a mid-century inspired lamp and a classic accent chair to create your own tiny interiors world.

The projects are made using a variety of inexpensive and easily accessible materials including wood, fabric and paper. Author and miniaturist, Chelsea, walks you through the steps for each one so you can see how they are constructed and finished.

There are detailed step-by-step instructions, photographs and artworks for all of the projects. As well as explaining how to construct the items there is advice for how to get a really polished finish on the projects in order to create the illusion of an actual interior.

The projects include different kinds of seating, tables, bed shelving, flooring and wall decoration, as well as soft furnishings such as wall hangings, rugs and baskets, throws and cushions to bring the space to life.

The projects are divided up into chapters based on different rooms: living room; bedroom; dining room; kitchen; bathroom and patio. All of the projects can be mixed and matched to create your own unique interiors.

Knit this charming collection of cuddly stuffed animal toys by best-selling author, Louise Crowther.

This is a curated collection of previously published knitting patterns from Louise's two animal toys titles: Knitted Animal Friends and Knitted Wild Animal Friends. We have combined the animal toy patterns from both books to create the ultimate knitted animal book featuring just the toys.

This collection of 25 knitted animal toys features all the animal patterns that have published in the author's previous two titles and include Hugo the Zebra, Olivia the Elephant, Theo the Lion, Sophie the Tiger and Edward the Sloth as more domestic animals such as Bella the Cat, George the Dog and Dorothy the Mouse.

Louise's knitting patterns are renowned for their attention to detail as well as being easy to follow. The animals are all approximately 40cm (16in) tall and their long arms, legs and tails are perfect for little hands to hold.

The animals all have the same standard shaped bodies, arms and legs so once you've got the hang of the pattern you will easily be able to follow the instructions to adapt it to different types of animals by adding stripes, patches and contrasting paws.

There are separate instructions for the head, tails and different types of fur where necessary. All the instructions are included for how to make up each different animal with step-by-step instructions and photography.

Instructions are also included for all the key techniques and stitches required to complete the animals.