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Unleash your cosmic creativity with Zodiac Mosaic Crochet!

Journey across the universe with this star-studded mosaic crochet pattern collection, as you explore 12 beautifully designed charts representing each sign of the zodiac.

Mosaic crochet is an easy-to-learn technique that allows you to create intricate patterns using just two colors of yarn. It's a fantastic way to add visual interest to your projects without constantly having to change colors.

With 10 versatile projects in this highly original collection, the possibilities are as boundless as the cosmos itself. Whether you're a fiery Aries or a mystical Pisces, you can customize each project just for you, and never run out of ideas for cute gifts for friends and family.

Create stunning crochet colorwork projects that reflect your unique astrological identity, including:

• Wearable Accessories: Stylish scarves, cozy hats, and eye-catching bags.
• Designer Home Decor: Striking wall art, unique table settings, and luxurious pillows.
• Bespoke Gifts: Personalized presents for all the star signs in your life.
• Showstopper Blanket: Bring the whole zodiac together into a mesmerizing round blanket that is truly out of this world!

Alexis Sixel, with her characteristic dark and dramatic mosaic crochet style, guides you through all the techniques needed to confidently embark on this celestial craft adventure.

Make over 120 projects full of cosmic wonder - order your copy now!

Does woodworking intimidate you? It’s okay if it does, you’re not alone. But the world of woodworking has been waiting for you, and this book is ready to welcome you in with open arms.

It’s time to let go of the fear, cut through the jargon, and start making things. Written by a self-taught female woodworker, and aimed at absolute beginners, you’ll find all the skills and encouragement you need within these pages. From learning about tools and techniques to tips and tricks, along with detailed step-by-step projects, this book is bursting with all the knowledge you need to begin your woodworking journey.

In this book you’ll learn:

• All about power tools and hand tools, how to use them and which ones you actually need.
• How and where to buy wood and the essentials of cutting, sanding and joining.
• Everything you need to know about staining, painting and protecting wood.
• How to install hardware for hanging projects on the wall.
• How to cut circles and shapes to add a new dimension to your projects.
• Tips on how to create your own workshop in a small space, including dust management.
• The design process and how to discover your inner creative.
• How to make 20 projects step-by-step, as well as suggestions on how to adapt the projects to create your own unique designs.

But this is more than just a manual - it’s an invitation to tap into your creativity, explore new possibilities and discover the joy of bringing something to life with your hands. Whether you’re here to learn the basics, or dreaming of something more ambitious, this book provides you with the skills and encouragement you need to thrive. With this trusty book by your side, you’ll gain the skills, confidence and expertise you need to explore new possibilities, express your individual style, and become the woodworker of your dreams.

Buy this book today to start fearing less and making more!

Rediscover the joy of fairy tales through charming crochet patterns.

Crochet Fairy Tales is your guide to recreating beloved childhood tales with your crochet hook. Designed by bestselling author Kerry Lord, this collection brings six classic fairy tales to life with over 40 detailed crochet patterns, featuring iconic characters, scene-setting props, and accessories - all rooted in cosy cottage settings.

Whether it’s Red Riding Hood’s cunning wolf, the towering beanstalk Jack climbs, or the tiny magic of Thumbelina, every project is infused with storytelling sorcery. Each story is paired with a unique retelling, along with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and clearly photographed techniques - making this the perfect pattern book for crocheters of all skill levels.

Inside you'll find:

• 6 fully illustrated classic tales to crochet: Little Red Riding Hood, Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, The Elves and the Shoemaker, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Thumbelina
• Over 40 adorable patterns for characters, props and accessories
• Easy-to-learn stitches and supportive photographic techniques
• A beautifully foiled and embossed hardback for gifting or treasuring
• Projects suitable for confident beginners and expert hookers alike

Start your crochet adventure today and bring these timeless tales to life.

A structured, creative course for the comic artist and the wider Fan Art community.

• features both digital and analogue art techniques
• coaches the artist to develop fun, engaging artworks of friends, family and the famous
• guidance on going professional and for commercial gain at corporate events or shows
• includes profiles and insight from leading caricature artists from all around the world

Packed with expert tips and step by steps, you too can learn to draw quickly and develop your Fan Art skills.

The complete guide to learning how to draw at your own pace, from just an hour a day or over the course of a weekend.

• Packed with techniques, exercises and practice project
• Boost your creativity and artistic skills at your own pace
• Written by Richard Taylor, a prolific author and art tutor, well-known for his tutorial style and artistic ability

Give your creativity a boost with a complete drawing course that can be achieved in just an hour a day!

A delightful collection of sewing patterns from the creator of Luna Lapin, Sarah Peel. Immerse yourself once again in the whimsical world of Luna Lapin with this collection of patterns and instructions for five delightful animals.

Luna Lapin is a quiet and kind rabbit with impeccable taste and, in this collection, she introduces us to some of her nearest and dearest friends. This brand new collection will resonate with fans of Luna and sewers of all abilities. The designs are perfect for making wonderful heirloom toys which will be treasured forever.

• The new animals include Gracie Grenouille the frog, Sidney and Sol the beach donkeys, and Erik Eriksen the polar bear.
• The step-by-step instructions and diagrams explain the patterns for the animals and their wonderful wardrobes.
• There are full-size templates for all the patterns whether it's Erik's duffle coat or or the donkeys' striped bathing suits.

If you are a fan of this particular rabbity hare you will want to collect the latest collection of designs and stories so you can immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Luna Lapin once again.

This is the ultimate book for days out with the family, visiting Britain and Ireland's greatest architectural and historical treasures. Many of the castles featured offer a wealth of things to see and do, from their beautiful settings and manicured gardens, to museum collections and re-enactment events. Not only does the book give you essential information for visiting the castles, but it also provides background information on the roles castles played and other interesting facts to make your visit more enjoyable. This book is beautifully illustrated with photographs of the castles.

A practical, accessible guide to the ingenious and creative things that can be done with a digital compact or camera phone. Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Extending and enhancing your camera skills and more clever ideas is an extract from the book 100 Clever Digital Photography Ideas and provides a variety of simples ideas for pushing your camera skills that little but further. From how you can shoot when conditions get a bit extreme, to creating breath-taking panoramas, and even three-dimensional photos. Shooting movies is also covered, with some ingenious ideas to become more creative in the movie-making arena. There are also clever ideas for protecting your photos for the future, including shooting in RAW. The second part of the eBook covers getting more from your camera and camera phone, guiding you through what all the buttons and jargon mean, as well as clever ideas for extending your battery life and fun ways to use your old camera.
All ideas and projects are presented with easy to follow instructions and striking photographs across colourful pages. Open your eyes to the creative possibilities with your digital photo technology, from using a basic compact camera to the latest smart phone. Whether a novice or a pro, Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Extending and enhancing your camera skills and more clever ideast will show you how to break out of your comfort zone and try something exciting and new.

Three sample projects from Make Me I'm Yours . . . Party, including cocktail glass cookies, paper lantern decorations and fun and colourful gift bags. Be inspired with beautiful photography of these quick and simple projects to add some pizazz to your party.

Tapping into the recent craze for cycling and craft, Craft Bomb Your Bike creates the perfect gift purchase for your crafty cycling friends. A cute collection of 20 multi-craft projects from a vintage dress guard, shopping tote basket liner, bike bunting to crocheted arm and legs warmers there is a craft for everyone.

Including designs from popular bloggers Lulu Loves, Cara Medus, Ali Burdon, Kate from Greedy for colour and Claire Belle Makes, craft bomb your pedals with this assortment of easy-to-follow and fun-to-make projects for your bike.

The Paranormal, the new ebook series from F+W Media International Ltd, resurrecting rare titles, classic publications and out-of-print texts, as well as new ebook titles on the supernatural – other-worldly books for the digital age. The series includes a range of paranormal subjects from angels, fairies and UFOs to near-death experiences, vampires, ghosts and witchcraft. With many years of experience in investigating the claims of both physical and mental mediums, Dingwall's book is written in order to try and avoid some of the dangers and to try and ensure that those who wish to investigate physical and mental mediumship should have some knowledge of the pitfalls which will surround them during their investigation.

Tapping into the recent craze for cycling and craft, Craft Bomb Your Bike creates the perfect gift purchase for your crafty cycling friends. A cute collection of 20 multi-craft projects from a vintage dress guard, shopping tote basket liner, bike bunting to crocheted arm and legs warmers there is a craft for everyone.

Including designs from popular bloggers Lulu Loves, Cara Medus, Ali Burdon, Kate from Greedy for colour and Claire Belle Makes, craft bomb your pedals with this assortment of easy-to-follow and fun-to-make projects for your bike.

101 Top Techniques for Artists is a colourful compendium packed full of practical tips and techniques by 101 of today’s most popular leading artists. Each technique is presented in clear, simple step-by-step instructions that describe how to complete the project yourself, including a full list of materials and detailed images to guide you along the way.

Divided into seven chapters that cover watercolours, acrylics, oils, pastels, drawing and mixed media, this handy book is bursting with some of the most popular styles and subjects, designed to showcase the very best of artistic abilities available to help develop your own creative streak.

All contributors featured in this book are professional artists belonging to the SAA, who together with a global community of over 46,000 other members, make up the world’s largest and friendliest art society. Whether you’re a beginner, an improver or a professional, there’s something new to learn for everyone in this comprehensive collection.

Three sample projects from Mandy Shaw's Stitch at Home, including a pretty 'place setting' tablecloth, summery bunting and a selection of 'cutwork' cushions (plus an adorable mini pincushion!). These sweet stitchery and appliqué projects are perfect to get you sewing! Each project features step-by-step instructions and illustrated techniques.

Want to try your hand at making gorgeous homemade goodies? These brilliant quick & easy applique and embroidery projects give you the opportunity to try something new and expand your crafting skills! From festive tree decorations to lavender bags, cushions to hot water bottle covers, create stunning items for yourself, your friends and your home.

Each unique project includes:

• Simple step-by-step instructions
• Quick makes for fast results
• Beautiful photography of the finished product to guide and inspire

Make little girls' dreams come true with the prettiest sewing projects ever imagined!

Let her . . .
. . . snuggle up in a quilt . . . play-fight with pillows . . . twirl and whirl in skirts and dresses . . . carry her treasures in bags and purses . . . become best friends with a topsy turvy doll . . . and pretty-up her room with lampshades, curtains, cushions and more!

Sewn in Liberty classic florals, rainbow hues and delicate prints, this exquisite collection of easy sewing patterns will help you bring joy and color to any little girl's life.

Party in style with 40 push pop cake designs!

Discover...how to make push pop cakes, the most exciting cake decorating craze since cake pops!

Bake... gorgeous mini cupcakes with tasty cake recipes, and top with buttercream frosting, fondant icing or chocolate.

Decorate... your push pops with unique sugar designs, from animals and aliens to sugar flowers and seasonal motifs.

Bring some serious wow factor to your cake displays with a sumptuous sweet table of sensuous desserts softly textured with piped swirls, frills and ruffles in dreamy, muted tones. Includes how to make a trio of celebration cakes, white chocolate truffles, flouncy flower cookies, ruched ribbon cupcakes and tempting twirls of meringue.
A sample chapter from Zoe Clark's The Cake Parlour.

Got a taste for travel? Taken from Laura Long's fantastic book, Knitted Toy Travel, this unique quick & easy project teaches you how to knit your very own Penny the Panda. Have heaps of fun whilst expanding your crafting skills at the same time!

This unique project includes:

• Simple step-by-step instructions
• Quick makes for fast results
• Beautiful photography of the finished product to guide and inspire

A fun and festive collection of crocheted Christmas baubles and decorations from five talented designers, presented in Christmassy themes. Select one theme or mix and match to create your perfect Christmas tree decorations. The designs are suitable for all levels of crocheters and are quick and simple to make.  Each theme offers five new patterns; choose from Santa's Grotto which includes the classic Santa Claus with his reindeer to traditional Christmas trees, elves and a string of dancing gingerbread men; or why not crochet a delightful Frozen Winter Wonderland of snowflake baubles, snowmen, hearts and candy bows complete with a Snow Princess. Our Fairy Tale theme is sure to appeal to children and features a fancy Christmas fairy with a jolly pair of Christmas birds, red woodland toadstools and a characterful Christmas gnome.

If you are looking for something more sophisticated, you will be inspired by the stylish collection of Scandinavian Christmas baubles in classic red & white, complete with bunting or our stunning White Christmas theme featuring an amigurumi Christmas tree, with mistletoe baubles, snowflake bunting and Chinese lanterns with Christmas berries.

All the patterns and instructions you need to crochet your bauble collection are included.

Everyone loves LEGO®! This bright collection of 18 jewellery and fashion accessory projects will show you that LEGO® is not just for model making and can be used to create unique and quirky wearables that will be the talk of the town. With ideas ranging from necklaces, rings and bracelets to brooches, belt buckles and even hairbands, readers will be wowed by the creative possibilities of LEGO® as a crafting medium. All the tools, equipment and techniques are explained, and detailed step-by-step instructions will show you what components you need and how to build up each design. Fashion themes included range from Gothic to Kitsch, Nature to Urban and include designs that readers both young and young-at-heart will admire and adore.

Get fired up by fuse beads with this stunning collection of simple makes!

A new wave of crafters are turning Hama Beads on their head and showing that far from being just novelties for kids, these colourful plastic beads that fuse together when ironed can be used to make stunning sophisticated gifts and accessories.

In this fun collection of genuinely easy makes, you will find fuse bead patterns, designs and ideas for a wide range of items – from jewellery such as necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings, to home décor items such as coasters, a photo frame, a garland, a clock and even a lampshade that will have you seeing Hama Beads in a whole new light!

Each project has a full-colour chart plus easy-to-follow instructions to guide you through the process from start to finish.

A practical, accessible guide to the ingenious and creative things that can be done with a digital compact or camera phone. Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Starting to make the most of your camera or camera phone is a chapter from the book 100 Clever Digital Photography Ideas and provides a variety of simples ideas for getting even more from your camera or camera phone than just a record of those memorable moments. This includes exploring the camera's functions, ingenious ways to record information and photography your hobbies and interests.
All ideas and projects are presented with easy to follow instructions and striking photographs across colourful pages. Open your eyes to the creative possibilities with your digital photo technology, from using a basic compact camera to the latest smart phone. Whether a novice or a pro, Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Starting to make the most of your camera or camera phone will show you how to break out of your comfort zone and try something exciting and new.

A practical, accessible guide to the ingenious and creative things that can be done with a digital compact or camera phone. Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Using Your Camera Out and About is a chapter from the book 100 Clever Digital Photography Ideas and provides a variety of simples ideas for getting more from your camera or camera phone when you are out and about, beyond your travels and holidays. Some ideas might be obvious, like tips for shooting landscapes, but many are more obscure and fun, like creating a visual gift list and using your camera as binoculars. With so many people owning camera phones these days, there's no excuse not to be taking photographs whilst you are out and about.
All ideas and projects are presented with easy to follow instructions and striking photographs across colourful pages. Open your eyes to the creative possibilities with your digital photo technology, from using a basic compact camera to the latest smart phone. Whether a novice or a pro, Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Using Your Camera Out and About will show you how to break out of your comfort zone and try something exciting and new.

Extracted from the book Survival by Arthur Conan Doyle, this ebook gives an insight into Conan Doyle’s personal psychic experiences and conclusions, including his thoughts on religion and spiritualism, science and spiritualism, the death of his son, and his wife’s experiences with spiritualism.
The Paranormal, the new ebook series from F&W Media International Ltd, resurrecting rare titles, classic publications and out-of-print texts, as well as new ebook titles on the supernatural—other-worldly books for the digital age. The series includes a range of paranormal subjects from angels, fairies and UFOs to near-death experiences, vampires, ghosts and witchcraft.

A gorgeous collection of projects for a range of cushions and quilts, all inspired by Jo Colwill's life on her Cornish farm. 14 cushion projects which show how to create the cushions themselves using patchwork and quilting, as well as the techniques for stitchery and applique details on the cushion tops. 6 quilt projects which show how to create a range of quilts of different sizes, as well as the techniques for making a quilt sandwich and machine and hand quilting. With easy-to-follow instructions, gorgeous colour photographs and delightful illustrations accompanying each project.

Choosing the right lampshade can enhance the mood of a room but making lampshades by hand provides a uniquely individual touch 50. Thrifty DIY Lampshades provides you with a beautiful yet achievable collection of lampshade projects that look expensive but don't have the price tag to match to enhance any home!

Each of the 50 projects is accompanied by simple instructions, diagrams and illustrated by beautiful photographs. Useful templates and stencils are also provided to help you master the basic techniques, whether you are a complete novice or an expert DIY-er.

Features a diverse range of styles, techniques and materials for wide appeal - including knitting, sewing, beading, decoupage, upcycling, papercraft and more.

So why not brighten up your decor with handmade lamps in an abundance of styles from contemporary chic to natural organic, classic retro to boho modern.

Learn to sew beautiful handmade quilts with Lynne Edwards' simple blanket stitch appliqué technique. This gorgeous tranquil design features a stunning blue rose and would look great in any home. With detailed illustrations and full-colour photography coupled with engaging step-by-step instructions, Lynne guides you though the creative process from start to finish, ensure that each stitch is something you can be proud of!

• Detailed step-by-step instructions
• Full-colour illustrations
• Beautiful photography

Want to try your hand at making gorgeous homemade goodies? These brilliant quick & easy cake decorating projects give you the opportunity to try something new and expand your crafting skills! From crafty cards to beautiful bookmarks, homemade cushions to stylish book bags, create stunning items for yourself, your friends and your home.

Each unique project includes:

• Simple step-by-step instructions
• Quick makes for fast results
• Beautiful photography of the finished product to guide and inspire

Want to try your hand at making gorgeous homemade goodies? Then unleash the crafter within you with this collection of all-new papercraft projects! With simple step-by-steps, these quick makes ensure fast results.

Unlock your creativity with easy digital illustration techniques.

Learn how to create professional-looking art and illustration in Procreate, the industry-leading digital painting app for iPad. In this step-by-step guide you will learn how to create unique art, make seamless patterns, and master all the elements of the software: from layers to selections, how to use brushes, how to tile patterns and everything you need to know to take your art to new digital highs.

Artist and illustrator Ruth Burrows takes a beginner-friendly, jargon-free approach to explaining how to get the most from Procreate, delivering not a heavy technical manual but rather, an inspirational workbook that encourages you to play, make mistakes and seek out your own way of using the app.

The Basic Tools section introduces essential features and takes you on a quick tour of Procreate.You will learn by doing and if you're unsure of anything later on, you can dip back into this section to refresh your memory.

The Projects section takes you a bit further on your 'learning by doing' journey. The first few projects explain techniques step-by-step. There are screenshots of the actual interface so you can see exactly how things work and where things are. The later projects are more art based and look in detail at how the author uses Procreate to make her highly commercial art.

By the end of this book, you will be creating digital illustrations that will feel as natural and intuitive as drawing with pencil and paper. As well as mastering the art techniques, you will also find practical advice on how to monetize your artwork, from tips on licensing to how to have your art printed on products, and more.

Join Maude, the Retro Quilter, and bring a touch of vintage cool to your quilting designs! With step-by-step instructions, beautiful photography, and easy-to-follow templates, this book has everything you need to make your retro quilting dreams a reality.

• Timeless Designs with a Modern Twist – Maude’s signature blend of nostalgic colorways, retro motifs, and contemporary flair makes this a must-have for any quilter looking to try something fresh and fun.
• Projects for Every Quilter – Featuring 15 retro-inspired quilts, each with instructions for four sizes, you can create everything from small wall hangings to full-size bed quilts.
• Beginner-Friendly Guidance – A comprehensive skills section covers essential techniques, from selecting fabrics to finishing your quilt, ensuring that even new quilters feel confident.

With Maude’s "fun and done" approach, quilting is about progress, enjoyment, and creativity—never perfection. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced quilter, this book will help you find your quilting joy. Pick up your fabric, thread your needle, and start stitching your way to retro bliss today!

Get this essential sewing project for the true bag-a-holic, all the sewing techniques and full-sized patterns you need to sew a cute carry-all bag with room for absolutely everything! This versatile carry-all could be used as an oversized handbag, a project bag or a super stylish changing bag. With a large zipped front sewn pocket and a generous double pocket inside, you can secure any precious items while the main bag remains easily accessible.

Discover the magnificent power of sound in this beginner's guide to sound healing.
In The Healing Power of Sound, sound therapist, crystal healer and energy worker Janie Everett sets out to unpack the power that comes with listening to the world – and the universe – as it vibrates through and all around us.

Exploring the healing benefits of engaging with the vibrational frequencies that can soothe the soul, this introductory guide to using sound to heal the mind, body and spirit lays out in the easiest terms how to get the most from engaging more deeply with the sounds that punctuate our every waking moment.

Informed by her work as a sound therapist and energy practitioner, Janie Everett explores the ways we can work with sound and activate its healing powers, all while guiding readers through meditations and exercises that encourage them to fully explore the sense that they perhaps take most for granted.

Starting with a gentle introduction to the science that underpins this mystical area, throughout the book there are guided exercises and practices to help you engage with the sounds to be found all around us in everyday life. From the simplest moments of listening intently to nature, needing nothing but your ears to tune into the world, through to a deep dive into all the tools that can enhance a sound healing experience, this comprehensive beginner’s guide is packed full of information and practical sound experiences.

The power of sound healing can be felt in the tiniest of vibrations made by implements found in the home or experienced in the surroundings of an organized sound bath. For those new to sound healing, all the kits you might see if you attend one is explained, leaving you feeling confident and excited to join an organized event, happy in the knowledge that you’ll know what to expect!

Containing everything you need to know about to get started on a sound healing journey– from the power of quartz in a wristwatch to the resonance of the background hum of the big bang, The Healing Power of Sound will guide readers in how to harness the majesty of the universe to soothe their souls in trying times.

This book contains a fantastic selection of cross stitch patterns for friends & family, from leading designers and authors. It features strong designs across a range of styles, with clear, full-color cross stitch charts and easy-to-follow sewing instructions for each project--perfect for beginners.

Over 25 fun and simple projects to make with ready-made wool felt. As well as flat felt and felt shapes, some of the projects include ribbons, buttons, beads and wool roving for needle-felting. There are projects for every age, theme and occasion, from jewellery and kid's toys to home accessories and decorations.

Creative Eclairs: Choux Creations contains all the choux recipes you need to get started, along with 6 impressive choux creations, ranging from proiteroles and choc-ice hearts through to a choc honeycomb cheesecake and a caramel croquembouche. Bestselling author and former Great British Bake Off finalist Ruth Clemens will show you that you don’t have to be a classically trained French pastry chef to make delicious cream cakes for any occasion, including celebration bakes to share. These cake designs look great but are easy to follow and quick to make, with step-by-step advice on piping choux pastry and making sugar flowers and other embellishments to decorate your bakes.

Get creative with your sewing machine and learn the secrets of freehand machine embroidery with this beautiful selection of nautical sewing patterns.

• Poppy Treffry shares her design ideas and top tips for getting the most from your sewing machine.
• Make fun and original gifts for friends and family using these quick and easy techniques.
• Put your stash of scraps to good use with these contemporary project ideas.

Tyler the Tiger Soft Toy Pattern comes with full size pattern pieces and clear instructions and diagrams. This is a more advanced soft toy pattern but with expert guidance from the author anyone could easily complete this tiger soft toy project.

Create fun Pokémon-themed accessories with this adorable selection of crochet square patterns. Enjoy crocheting these cute squares, then bring them together into awesome projects that celebrate your love of Pokémon!

Ira Rott's beginner-friendly designs bring the Pokémon to life with easy crochet techniques. Each crochet square is super achievable thanks to clear step-by-step instructions written in U.S. crochet terms, full-color charts and helpful tips to guide you every step of the way.

Key Features:

• Beginner-Friendly: Easy crochet techniques make these patterns accessible to all skill levels.
• 36 Unique Squares: A wide variety of Pokémon, Poké Balls, and berries to crochet.
• Clear Instructions: Step-by-step guidance, full-color charts, and helpful tips ensure success.
• Creative Project Ideas: Inspiration for turning your squares into pillows, blankets, and more.
• Officially Licensed: Authentic Pokémon designs you'll love.

Whether you choose to repeat the same square multiple times to celebrate your favorite Pokémon or crochet one of each square for an epic multiple Pokémon project, this colorful book will give you everything you need to delight fans of Pokémon of all ages.

©2025 Pokémon. ©1995–2025 Nintendo/ Creatures Inc./ GAME FREAK inc. TM, ®, and character names are trademarks of Nintendo

This is a great bag for a hot summer’s day. The vivid colours zing against each other, and the sewed-on leaves add a pleasing three-dimensional touch. The stylish flare shape is created by decreasing the sides and bamboo rings are attached for added impact. Knitted in ever-versatile cotton yarn, this bag is robust enough to take on the beach, and smart and sassy enough to take to summer garden parties.

Cutting-Edge Fashion Illustration is the go-to resource and inspiration if you're a budding fashion designer, fashion illustrator or just simply want to learn more illustration techniques.

Covers all key areas of illustration using traditional, digital and mixed media methods, offering clear advice on how to manage color, textures, patterns and how to create your own fashion portfolio.

Easy to follow step-by-step tutorials demonstrate each of the techniques, followed by a gallery of inspirational images show how to use each technique in your own illustrations.

Erica is a fashion illustrator working with key fashion publications in London, UK, one of the world's leading cities of fashion, so her style is very commercial and current!

The only complete guide to photography designed specifically for women who want to improve their photographic skills for both pleasure and profit. With inspirational case studies and examples from professional and semi-pro female photographers, user-friendly technical explanations and image critiques, this book is a practical and useful toolkit for busy girls who enjoy photography.

Becoming an accomplished and competent photographer needs to be approached in three stages: Understand your camera and learn how to drive it; Composition - tune in and understand your subject; Post production - share and print.

Rather than explain every technical function from the outset, the aim of this book is to demystify the jargon and take you, step by step, back to the basic fundamental principals of photography; first putting you in control of the camera which will, in turn, free up the composition and creativity. The more advanced features of the camera and in-depth processes can be explored once the basic principals are understood.

This is a fun, contemporary photography book that will become your essential tool for taking your passion for photography to the next level.

Joey the Bear Soft Toy Pattern makes up a really cute, but simple soft toy. Perfect for a beginner soft toy project. This project download comes with step-by-step diagrams, clear instructions and full size pattern pieces.

A fabulous collection of fantastic mystical themed cross stitch designs with 65 full color charts featuring the ever popular wizards, fairies and dragons. The gorgeous project section shows you how to turn your cross stitch charts into magical gifts and keepsakes with over 40 simple project ideas including hanging charms, photo holders, cards and sachets. Stitching techniques are also featured in the book so you can learn all the stitches used in the magical charts.

The ultimate practical guide to sewing fabulous bags from expert Lisa Lam!

• Detailed photographs illustrate every technique in this unique book, from choosing fabric to inserting fastenings
• Expert tips, trade secrets and inspirational advice result in professional and beautiful results
• A capsule wardrobe of eight exclusive designs features easy-to-follow instructions and full-size patterns

This book contains a fantastic selection of cross stitch patterns with special messages for every occasion, from leading designers and authors. It features strong designs across a range of styles, with clear, full-color cross stitch charts and easy-to-follow sewing instructions for each project--perfect for beginners.

Calling all Taylor fans! Embrace your love for the world-famous star in a truly special way with this exceptional collection of more than 20 embroidery patterns inspired by her most iconic looks.

Delve into Taylor's distinct style and flamboyant fashion as you embark on a stitching journey through the very outfits she graced the stage with during real-life performances. Capture those cherished Taylor moments forever in the art of embroidery.

Why You'll Love This Book:

• Easy-to-Follow Patterns: Even beginners can create stunning embroidery pieces.
• Iron-on Transfers: Simplify the process and ensure accurate designs.
• Iconic Taylor Looks: Recreate your favorite Taylor Swift outfits.
• Versatile Projects: Embellish garments, accessories, or create beautiful hoop art.
• A Perfect Gift: Share your love for Taylor with friends and family.

Fear not if you're new to embroidery; this collection offers easy-to-follow patterns that require just a small number of basic stitches. From there, immerse yourself in over 20 epic designs paying tribute to Taylor's signature style.

Let your love for Taylor shine through as you bring these unique patterns to life, showcasing your stitchy superfan status to the world! Embrace the art, the music, and the magic of Taylor's world as you create cherished mementos of her iconic presence. Whether you're crafting for yourself or gifting to a fellow fan, this embroidery adventure will be an unforgettable celebration of all things Taylor!

Get your granny on with this collection of 12 different crochet wearables-one for each month of the year - all made using the humble granny square stitch.

There are lighter knits for summer days and heavier knits for the cooler months, all made using the granny stitch in a variety of innovative ways.

The granny stitch isn't just for squares - it is an incredibly versatile stitch and can be used lots of different ways: including stripes, chevrons, colour block patterns, Aztec-inspired stitch patterns and even a fair isle style yoke.

The patterns in this collection are suitable for intermediate crocheters even if you haven't made a garment before. All of the clothing patterns are graded to be as size inclusive as possible and there are a selection of accessories offering a choice of quicker, easier makes.

Author, Claudine Powley aka iron_lamb, is a talented crochet designer and her favourite crochet stitch is the granny stitch because of its flexibility. Claudine will share her secrets for getting the most from this humble crochet stitch which is normally just associated with making granny squares, and show you how to make a collection of sweaters, tops, wraps and accessories to revitalise your wardrobe.

There are step-by-step instructions and photographs for all the techniques including how to increase and decrease using the granny stitch so even if you've never crocheted a garment before you can get started.

So, if you love crochet but have had enough of the granny square, now's the time to take your craft to the next level and revive your wardrobe with modern granny stitch style. Choose your favourite patterns and have fun selecting your favourite colourways. Claudine suggests her own colour selections but there is always room to experiment and make the designs your own.

The path of a modern witch is filled with learning and discovery, gathering knowledge that is recorded in the Grimoire - a Witch's personal journal of their craft. A grimoire is a magickal encyclopaedia, a living document and extension of the witch creating it - a unique expression of their magickal journey.

In The Handmade Grimoire, Laura Derbyshire introduces readers to the joy of creating a personal grimoire from scratch, and encourages them to seek out new ways to engage with their craft through creative self-expression. Combining witchcraft and crafting, The Handmade Grimoire celebrates a magpie mind, shows readers how to approach their magickal practice with endless curiosity, and how to find the little moments of beauty all around them.

Filled with suggestions on what to include in a grimoire, layouts to try, tips and tricks for where to find materials to use, The Handmade Grimoire gives the reader permission to experiment and have fun with crafting their own grimoire, and to really engage with it as a mindful activity, that carves out space for their practice in a busy, distracting world. Practical step-by-step illustrated instructions on how to make more elaborate features to incorporate into their grimoire are supplemented with beautiful colour photography of Laura's own grimoire.

Included in the book are illustrated papers and images to be cut out and used in the reader's own grimoire, starting them out on the crafting path and giving them permission to make the art they see in the world around them something truly their own. With a variety of patterns and motifs to choose from, the 80 pages of beautifully patterned papers make it easy to start crafting a personal handmade grimoire straight away.

Vintage Trailer Style is a visual voyage through the world of retro trailers, exploring both the exterior and interior design of these classic icons.

Celebrating the huge resurgence of interest in modern-vintage trailering, this quirky book is overflowing with inspirational images of the world's most desirable trailers from iconic Airstreams to tiny teardrops, funky pop-tops, beautiful Beverleys and stylish Shastas.

Over 350 beautiful and inspirational photos sit alongside practical tips on restoring, upcycling, decorating and styling a little capsule of retro heaven – whether you own a trailer, beach hut or even a shed!

Lisa Mora is the editor of Vintage Caravan Magazine, the world's first magazine solely dedicated to vintage, classic, retro-styled and custom trailers and those who love them. She lives on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. http://www.facebook.com/vintagecaravanmagazine

Creative Calm is a book for those seeking soul enrichment and a more calming gentle life through a creative practice. Written and illustrated by qualified art therapist Sandy Cousens, this holistic guide explores the various ways we can connect with our more creative selves and find peace and fulfilment in doing so. Touching on all areas of life, this guide is for all those who feel they lack purpose, and would like to nurture their more creative selves.

The book features step-by-step guides to practical art and craft projects designed to draw out the innate creativity of the reader, and allow them to connect with their purest selves through mindfulness, meditations, mantras and journaling exercises. The book is designed to be accessible and socially conscious, asking the question – are we creating or consuming? – and looking at what that means in the context of introducing a spiritual and artistic practice.

The seven chapters all speak to the seven chakras, and the book takes the reader on a journey through the self as they explore the various ways they can generate feelings of self-love through art and self-care. Each chapter explores how that creative energy of that chakra can be explored in the physical world, with drawing practices, watercolour practices, and gentle crafts. Throughout, Sandy’s unique wisdom and perspective guide the reader on a journey of calming creative discovery towards a sense of peace, while learning new skills or brushing up on dormant ones.

Perfect for people who want to explore their creativity through a mindfulness lens, Creative Calm is beginner-friendly and full of inspiring projects to help more experienced creators stretch their artistic muscles and find a new sense of joy and peace in the moment through art.

If you, like many gardeners, have a fascination for plant names and their derivations, but stop short of wanting to study botanical nomenclature in great depth, this book is for you!

Precise naming is essential to be able to identify plants accurately and most gardeners have at least some knowledge of ‘botanical Latin’. But a plant’s full botanical name does much more than give it a unique label. The name can often tell you where the plant originated, who discovered it, what shape it is, and much else besides. What’s more, the name can be used and understood anywhere in the world.

This is a book to have with you at the garden centre, and one to keep beside your bed for an entertaining read. Plant Names Explained is an indispensable guide and makes the subject accessible, enjoyable and fun. It shows not only how plant names work, but also how you can make use of them in entertaining as well as practical ways.

A selective alphabetical listing of botanical names and their explanations is accompanied by features exploring cultivar names, with translations of foreign terms and lists of plants you can link with special occasions and celebrations, or with personal names. Other features highlight the places, people and plant characteristics that lie behind the names: gardens and nurseries, countries and cities, plant hunters and gardeners, colours, characteristics and habitats.

Plant Names Explained is an essential and fascinating guide to the subject. What may at first seem a dry but necessary convention is revealed to be a way of opening up the intriguing world of plants.

A charming collection of 20 knitting patterns for baby comforter toys. The dolls are designed to be soft and squidgy so they can be held easily by little hands.

The 20 dolls include animals and people and include a wide range of fun and colourful designs. Choose from one of the simpler designs like the very simple Baby and Bird patterns, through to more complicated designs like the King and the Fox.

The author has developed a clever technique whereby the toys are knitted flat in a rectangle shape and then stitched into a tube shape before being stuffed and closed. Any embroidery details on the clothes are added at this point.

The arms, head and waist as well as features such as ears and antlers are then defined with some clever stitching and there are step-by-step instructions and photographs showing how to do this.

There are also instructions for how to pick up stitches from the initial ‘tube’ of knitting in order to create clothing details such as skirts, ruffles and frills.

Knitters will love these small projects because they are perfect for using up your yarn stash as they only take small amounts of any colour - you can have great fun deciding which colours to use for each of the outfits.

There is some simple colourwork knitting on some of the characters’ outfits including the deer's stranded colourwork sweater, and the boy's apple sweater, and there are large charts for all of these designs as well as for the simple lacework design for the mouse's skirt.

The author uses common embroidery stitches such as satin stitch, French knots and stem stitch to add details to the clothes such as buttons and decorative designs, as well as to create the faces, and there are templates for these designs with instructions for how to transfer them to the clothing. There are also step-by-step instructions and diagrams for all the embroidery stitches used.

So, choose your favourite character and get started today but be warned: knitting these dolls is addictive and we guarantee that you won’t be able to stop at one!

Rainbow Magick is a magical method for creating an artful and enchanted life filled with the magick of color. This illustrated guide explores the power to be found in working with all the vibrant hues to be found around us, and filling your life with the brilliance of the rainbow.

Rainbow Magick guides the reader through a sequence of 12 "quests" in the form of crafts, recipes, activities, meditations and imaginative color experiments to experience the delightful benefits of color magick. From meeting the rainbow and learning about the meanings and associations of each color, to curating your own color guide, each quest deepens your relationship with the colors that speak to your soul, and encourages you to see the magick in the everyday. Author Molly Roberts lays out the seasonal and astrological palettes and what they mean, and offers practical tips and tricks on everything to do with the magick of color, from constructing a rainbow glamour, making temporary tattoos to wear a little magick on your body, through to rituals and visualisations to make color magick a part of your life.

Inspired an online course offered by the bonafide art witch Molly Roberts, Rainbow Magick dives deep into the magick of color, while tapping into the esoteric, and inspiring readers to bring the magick of color into their lives!

Daron the Dragon Soft Toy Pattern comes with step-by-step instructions, incredibly clear diagrams and full size pattern pieces, DIY soft toys have never been easier! Plus, your little ones are sure to let their imaginations run riot playing with him.

Be inspired by the theme of your wedding: the stationery, the flowers, the venue, and of course, the dress! Expert cake decorator Zoe Clark shows you how to create a beautiful unique wedding cake for your special day. The gaps between the tiers mimic the dress by allowing the jagged icing to hand down below the edge of the cake!
A sampler chapter from Chic & Unique Wedding Cakes.

Sugar Sweet Shoulder Bag This adorable sewing project with pretty fabrics, floral button details and cute pastel colour scheme, has a real vintage feel. All the sewing techniques and patterns you need to create the perfect practical handbag for everyday use. The secure zipped up main bag offers so much space and the easy access sewn pockets on the front are handy for those small, often-used items. A shoulder bag that makes a bold statement for the more experienced sewer.

A practical, accessible guide to turning your good photographs into great ones whether you are shooting on the latest digital SLR or a camera phone!

• Discover 100 simple and fun ways to improve your photographs both in-camera and through post-processing image manipulation.
• Every key photographic genre is covered, from perfect portraits and the great outdoors, to travel photos and shooting at night.
• Filled with inspirational examples of great photographs compared against the more average images, with easy to follow techniques for how you can achieve the same results.

Get hands-on experience with this guide to the basics of hand sewing. Beautiful and practical, learn this versatile craft through step-by-step techniques, covering everything from construction to decorative stitches.

The ultimate collection of cross stitch designs for pet lovers!

Cats, dogs, horses, rabbits, budgies, guinea pigs, goldfish, rats and ferrets are just a few of the popular animals featured in this parade of pets in cross stitch.

Over 40 popular breeds of dog and cat alone give the stitcher plenty of choice, whether they want a detailed portrait or a nose-to-tail likeness. Additional themed alphabets, fitting sentiments and cute motifs reflect the humorous side of being a cat or dog lover.

Other pets are also represented, from the tiniest mice and goldfish to wide-eyed reptiles, mischievous ferrets and familiar farmyard friends. Advice is given on changing thread colour to match your subject, and gift and keepsake ideas suggest how to display your prized pet's pictures.

Stitch over 400 adorable animals and be inspired by endless ideas for gifts with this bumper collection of designs.

A unique artist's reference offering easy-to-follow, ingenious ideas and techniques for painting 50 popular landscapes in watercolour.

Originally published as The Landscape Painter's Essential Handbook, this refreshed edition gives more space to the art and brings back into print one of the cornerstone books on landscape painting from an international watercolour master.

The 50 landscapes included range from a gentle flower-filled meadow and hazy summer mountains, to a dramatic cliff scene and a rippling stream in sunshine. Each landscape is explored within a hardworking spread through exercises, step-by-step sequences and easy-to-follow instructions; master the principle and technique, and finish with the watercolour painting exercise.

The comprehensive introductory section covering basic materials, techniques and colours makes this an indispensable reference for all artists. From snow-covered mountains to tranquil meadows, this unique artist's reference will show you how to paint 50 glorious landscapes in watercolour.

Learn the basic techniques required to paint each landscape through the clear illustrations and step-by-step demonstrations

Follow the author's practical advice and ingenious ideas to achieve the best results, and refer to his fantastic finished paintings for further inspiration

Use the indispensable introduction to discover the essential materials, basic techniques and key principles for capturing landscapes.

The must-have practical reference that no landscape painter should be without!!

This book contains a fantastic selection of cross stitch alphabet patterns, from leading designers and authors. It features strong designs across a range of styles, with clear, full-color cross stitch charts and easy-to-follow sewing instructions for each project--perfect for beginners.

Embark on a voyage of discovery into the world of color with this comprehensive visual reference guide from renowned watercolor artist and art teacher Richard Taylor. Open the door to the world of watercolor paints, exploring their properties, color combinations and transformative potential, injecting vibrancy and life into your paintings.

For those with some watercolor experience, the struggle to prevent your paintings becoming dull, flat and lifeless is all too familiar. The purpose of this book is to help you move on from this frequent impasse, inspiring you to explore color for yourself using the vibrant, vivid and inspirational paintings, illustrations and diagrams as your constant guide.

Designed for effortless learning by a highly experienced artist and art teacher, this resourceful guide presents theory and techniques at a glance. Every page bursts with inspirational images and enthusiastic encouragement for the reader to take on the mantle of creator of their own color mixes. Inspiration, clarity and simplicity are the key components of this guide to artistic autonomy in the realm of choosing and using color.

The recurring theme throughout this book is learning exactly how different paints and colors work together and how this knowledge can be used to transform your own paintings. Immerse yourself in the world of complementary colors, shadows and analogous mixes, taking your personal palette to new horizons. Learn about the delicate balance between warm and cool colors while harnessing the dynamics of yellows and purples side by side in your own paintings.

With Richard Taylor as your guide, venture into schemes for color mixing, grasping exactly how touches of light and shadow can play upon your paper. Unleash the power of contrasts, breathing life into your subjects while embracing a simplicity of approach and the courage of taking a few chances.

This invaluable resource equips you to grasp color theory and effortless application. It contains no secrets, but has harnessed a wealth of teaching experience and painterly knowledge to create this comprehensive guide to color for the watercolor artist. Whether you are an aspiring artist or seasoned watercolor painter, this guide ensures that you will unlock the full potential through the most exciting medium of color.

PLEASE NOTE: The paints used in this book are Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor paints. Other brands can be used but the exact pigments, and therefore the results of mixes, may not be the same.

A collection of crochet patterns for 3 dimensional flowers and foliage which can be used to create beautiful floral bouquets to display at home or gift to friends and family.

This practical guide to crochet flowers explains how to make and construct 35 different types of flowers and foliage including all the most popular flowers and plants. These can then be combined in endless combinations to create wonderful bouquets to display at home or to give as gifts.

Crochet A Flower Bouquet includes:

• Crochet patterns and charts for 35 flowers and foliage including all the classic flowers and some more unusual blooms.

• Step-by-step instructions for how to construct the finished blooms and attach the flower heads and leaves to stems for the most life-like results.

• Five themed bouquet projects using different combinations of the flowers and foliage including a stunning wedding bouquet.

This unique collection of crochet patterns for beautifully lifelike blooms offers endless possibilities for combining different flowers and foliage to create bespoke floral bouquets to treasure forever. Delight friends and family with a wonderful gift of crocheted flowers for special occasions and enjoy making all 35 flowers and plants.

A practical, accessible guide to the ingenious and creative things that can be done with a digital compact or camera phone. Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Starting to make the most of your camera or camera phone is a chapter from the book 100 Clever Digital Photography Ideas and provides a variety of simples ideas for getting even more from your camera or camera phone than just a record of those memorable moments. This includes exploring the camera's functions, ingenious ways to record information and photography your hobbies and interests.
All ideas and projects are presented with easy to follow instructions and striking photographs across colourful pages. Open your eyes to the creative possibilities with your digital photo technology, from using a basic compact camera to the latest smart phone. Whether a novice or a pro, Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Starting to make the most of your camera or camera phone will show you how to break out of your comfort zone and try something exciting and new.

Discover the art of slow stitch fabric journaling with this practical guide to creating a fabric journal from textile artist, Jessie Chorley.

Learn how to stitch your own stories in fabric and thread to create a hand-stitched journal. Jessie encourages readers to collect special pieces of fabric, threads and other ‘treasure’ and explains how to combine these precious items with techniques including simple patchwork, hand embroidery and applique, to create a unique, hand-stitched book to treasure forever.

There are step-by-step instructions for how to make the fabric journal measuring 20cm x 20cm (7.8in x 7.8in). Jessie explains how to create your own seasonal story throughout the book so you can chart your year and mark any memorable occasions or events that you want to include, making it a wonderful memory book for a loved one or a family heirloom to be passed from generation to generation.

The central theme of the project is the four seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, and there are four seasonal hand drawn motifs on iron-on transfer paper that can be used as the basis of the designs. The four seasonal motifs are accompanied by four further motifs which are intended for the inside and outside covers.

Jessie then explains how to fill in and embellish these designs using a variety of her favourite stitches, threads, special notions, treasures, and keepsakes. As well as sewing techniques including scattered applique as a form of drawing and simple patchwork.

In addition to the full-page templates there is a large selection of smaller motifs for readers to use throughout their books. These include Jessie’s signature alphabet and number motifs which can be used to mark people, places, and dates.

Journal With Thread is suitable for all skill-levels – if you are a beginner you can follow the instructions very closely to make a beautiful book, however, if you an experienced maker, you can use it is as an inspirational guide to creating your own fabric journal, packed with Jessie’s beautiful artwork templates.

This guide is about having fun with mark making with needle and thread and creating your own unique fabric journal.

Emilio the Boy Soft Toy Pattern is a great beginner soft toy project. This project download comes with step-by-step diagrams, clear instructions and full size pattern pieces. Choose some of your favourite fabrics and really personalize Emilio's outfits!

Never again settle for plain hand-sewn projects! Add your own unique colour and style and adorn your projects with a variety of gorgeous decorative stitches. This essential book is complete with easy to follow techniques, diagrams and tips.

If you’re sick of hearing platitudes about your star sign’s best attributes, or all the ways your doomed Leo Taurus relationship can actually work, this book is for you!

Explore the dark side of each sign, delving deep into pet peeves, negative traits, and the types of people you should avoid (and be avoided by) at all costs. What are people saying behind your back? Which friend is most likely to bring out your worst? Should you even bother swiping right on a Scorpio? Stuff Your Astrologer Should Have Told You has the answers, and it's not sugar coating anything.

Most astrology books will tell you all about the best parts of your sign—its strengths, what it likes, and who it is most compatible with. This book is the opposite—it takes a look at each sign’s dark side, so readers know what to expect when doing business with a Scorpio or falling in love with a Capricorn. While most astrology books tend to put a positive spin on the signs and their traits, Alise Morales is not afraid to say how the stars interact with—and sometimes screw over—each other on a daily basis. We all have pet peeves. We all know there are some people we’re just not compatible with. This is the book that will tell you why and teach you about your star sign and astrology in the process.

Irreverent and witty, Stuff Your Astrologer Should have Told You is a breath of fresh air, filled with pithy asides, searing observations and good old fashioned bluntness. It’s the perfect guide to astrology for realists who know that looking to the heavens for guidance is just as likely to show you the rough as it is the smooth. Laugh out loud funny, author Alise Morales doesn’t shy away from poking fun at each signs worst character traits, while sharing everything you need to know about the darker side of your sign. Forewarned is forearmed, after all!

Beautiful projects for special celebrations!

• Birthday Cakes
• Birthday Badges
• Crowns and Tiaras
• Techniques
• And more!

The ultimate macramé reference book with step-by-step instructions and artworks for knots, knot patterns and motifs.

The Macrame Bible is a comprehensive guide to the craft of macramé with illustrated instructions for all the basic techniques, the knots and popular knot patterns as well as step-by-step instructions for projects.

It includes all the classic macramé knots and patterns as well as more contemporary designs such as leaves, wings and other motifs. In addition to the knot and pattern instructions there are step-by-steps for 17 projects including large wall hangings and plant holders.

Author, Robyn Gough, explains all the basics including information about all the main tools and materials. She explains the difference between various types of macramé cord and what's the best one to use for a specific project to get the best results. As well as outlining the different types of cords there is information about the other essential tools and materials as well as advice about using accessories and beads to embellish your projects.

Robyn shares her practical tips and tricks for getting started, as well as really useful advice such as how to manage lengths of rope as you are working on projects to stop them getting tangled. There are detailed instructions and step-by-step artworks for different ways to start a macramé projects whether it's a large hanging on a dowel or a small sinnet or panel, so you can see the best ways to get started.

There is also detailed advice about different finishing techniques including how to weave in ends to keep things tidy, and how to get the finished look that you want whether that's a super smooth fringe or a twisted, rustic look - the choice is yours.

So that you don't get stuck there is a detailed section on troubleshooting where Robyn identifies common problems and how to fix them.

So, whether you are new to macramé and looking for technical know-how or you are an experienced knotter who wants to expand your knowledge and build your skills, the Macramé Bible has it all.

To celebrate Jane Greenoff's 30th year of stitching, this new edition of her classic best-selling book includes 3 new sampler charts, an extended stitch library and a Madeira thread conversion chart. Jane Greenoff uses the historical samplers as the inspiration for 13 unique designs so stitchers can start their own collection. Each project chapter is inspired by a popular sampler style, including alphabet samplers, map samplers, darning samplers, band samplers and house samplers. A beautiful sampler box with storage for sewing accessories is Jane's anniversary project.

A Step-by-Step Course for the Nature Artist

This compact guide to landscape drawing will show you how to capture the elements and detail of Trees and to create great artwork: from the Fruit to the Forest.

• structured in a course format, each section builds confidence
• includes both sketching and coloured pencil drawing
• covers a broad range of techniques and skills for all levels of ability.
• additional sections feature mixed media, collage and using found items such as twigs, moss or seedpods.

Throughout the seasons - and in all weathers - How to Draw a Tree offers a unique insight and understanding of the natural world around us and how to capture its beauty in a sketchbook.

Proving that you don’t need to be an expert to create beautiful pieces of quilted patchwork, this little guide covers all the basic techniques you will need to start your own projects – however ambitious they are!

When the full moon rises in the night sky, it's hard not to be captivated by the light that streams down on earth from our closest celestial neighbour. Even in the modern age, drenched in artificial light, the full moon has a magic that speaks to our most primal selves. This magic was recognised throughout human history, and lives on in the names various cultures have given each full moon as it rises above us.

The Full Moon Yearbook combines Native American culture, Medieval Celtic Culture, East Asian culture and Witchcraft to dive into the stories that have led to names like February's Budding Moon, or November's Frost Moon. Over thirteen chapters, the names and mythology associated with each full moon are explored, as well as corresponding crystals, rituals, and yoga practices to make engaging with the energy of the full moon natural and fun.

That thirteenth chapter is dedicated to the Blue moon, and in The Full Moon Yearbook readers will discover the reason why this mysterious moon appears in our night skies, along with its even more elusive friend, the Black Moon.

Alongside the folk names, The Full Moon Yearbook highlights some of the goddesses that have been dedicated to, or personified, the moon in ancient religions, bringing their stories to life. With the international perspective, lunar festivals and customs from around the world and practical makes and recipes to help celebrate the full moon are included in this illustrated guide, showing how important the full moon has been throughout history to humankind.

The Full Moon Yearbook is perfect for anyone who has ever felt a pull towards living in harmony with the moon, and longs to be living a lunar-inspired life.

Download this simple sewing project, perfect for beginners, to sew your very own fresh and fashionable Hobo Bag. Quick and easy to sew and to put together, the project incluces all the sewing techniques and patterns you need to create this fun and playful bag. With a handy sewn pocket on the front for quick access items and plenty of room inside for all your everyday needs, it is a practical and comfortable shoulder bag. This cute and colourful design is sure to bring a smile to the face of a beginner or a more experienced sewer.

If you thought filet crochet was just for doilies, think again - this collection of designs is a fresh new look at this traditional crochet technique.

Learn to filet crochet with this collection of 17 crochet patterns for filet crochet garments including sweaters, tanks, tee shirts and cardigans. Filet crochet only uses two stitches in a grid formation - chain stitch and double crochet (if you're American, treble if you're in the UK).

This stitch combination creates a mesh-like fabric which is great for showing different motifs and patterns. Filet crochet was traditionally worked using cotton perle thread and used to create delicate home décor projects like placemats, coasters and tablecloths as well as curtains.

This fun collection takes it to another level by working it in thicker yarn and shows how impactful it can be when it's used for garments. There will be a wide range of motifs from abstract chevrons through to recognisable motifs for hearts, honeycomb and even Christmas trees, so you can make fun fashion pieces without worrying about complicated colourwork. The designs include sweaters and cardigans for the cooler months as well as lighter pieces including a tank top and tee shirts for warmer weather.

Author Lauren Willis, explains everything you need to know about how to work in filet crochet, including how to follow a chart to work the motifs, the stitches required and other tips and tricks.

The 17 project patterns are written in US crochet terminology but there is information about the equivalent UK terms, and other technical information such as yarn weights and hook sizes.

The size grading for all of the featured projects ranges from small adult (tween) up to another 10 sizes so the patterns are very size inclusive.

From the basics of drawing from life, to drawing the human figure from memory, Figure Drawing without a Model is the perfect introduction to the technique of drawing accurate and evocative figures without a life model. Author Ron Tiner offers a course of instruction illustrated with his own work that is designed to encourage artists of all levels and abilities, including cartoonists and graphic artists.

Starting with informal sketches and a brief introduction to anatomical structure, readers are guided through the process of bringing a figure to life on the page through lessons in figure movement, exploring how the body shows its age, expresses emotion and displays character. Key to learning the skills necessary to produce beautiful and accurate artworks and illustrations is the ability to portray anatomically accurate, yet also dynamic and expressive, figures. To do this from memory and imagination frees the artist to create, wherever, whenever, and with no limitations on pose. By learning the skills taught in Figure Drawing Without A Model, the artist can gain that freedom and apply them to all circumstances.

Perfect for all artists, from the beginner to the more experienced, the breadth of styles and depth of knowledge conveyed from a master of the craft makes it easy to learn the art of figure drawing, and apply those lessons to illustration, graphic design, and in graphic narratives. With his years of experience, Ron Tiner shares how producing accurate figures from memory can elevate your drawing practice and give artists the freedom to explore different styles.

Create stunning contemporary wedding photography

Dream Wedding Photography is a complete guide to producing stunning photographs of the perfect wedding. Packed with exciting and original images, it will inspire you to create your own professional wedding portfolio.

• Find out about the approaches and techniques used by top wedding photographer Lorna Yabsley
• Understand practical shooting plans and get essential technical advice from a professional
• Discover how to enhance your work with post-production and presentation techniques

Get messy in the kitchen with these easy-to-follow cake decorating projects to make with the kids! Choose from a Haunted House Cake, Scary Spider Cupcakes or Spooky Skull Cupcakes, or make a 'sweet table' of all three!A sample chapter from Cake Decorating with the Kids.

The adventures of Peter Rabbit and his friends have been delighting generations of children around the world for over 120 years. In this unique craft book, Beatrix Potter's iconic illustrations have been brought to life as knitted characters, allowing you to create 12 adorable animals from the best-loved Peter Rabbit™ stories.

With step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography, you'll be able to make all the most enduring characters from Beatrix Potter's world. Knit Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny, Flopsy Bunny, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Mrs. Tiggy-winkle, Mr. Jeremy Fisher, Tom Kitten, Squirrel Nutkin, the Tailor of Gloucester, Samuel Whiskers, Mr. Tod the fox, and Tommy Brock the badger, and dress them up in simple felt garments to complete the storybook look.

Author Claire Garland has translated Beatrix Potter's original illustrations into delightfully accurate knitted versions, which will be instantly recognizable to fans of the Peter Rabbit stories. Once you have knitted the characters, making the clothes elevates them to the next level. Whether it's Peter's distinctive blue jacket and little shoes or Benjamin Bunny's Tam O'Shanter and handkerchief, Mrs. Tiggy-winkle's mop cap and apron, the Tailor of Gloucester's glasses, and Mr. Jemery Fisher's red tailcoat, every detail has been considered and can be recreated with easy techniques..

All the knitting techniques needed to knit the animals and sew the clothes are included, with step-by-step photos and full-size templates.

Featuring original illustrations and quotes from the tales alongside the patterns, this is a visual treat for fans of Peter Rabbit, allowing you to knit heirloom toys to enjoy for generations to come.

Officially licensed by Frederick Warne & Co. Ltd. BEATRIX POTTER™ and PETER RABBIT™ © Frederick Warne & Co., 2023

This book contains a fantastic selection of cross stitch patterns for dragons & unicorns, from leading designers and authors. It features strong designs across a range of styles, with clear, full-color cross stitch charts and easy-to-follow sewing instructions for each project--perfect for beginners.

A practical, accessible guide to the ingenious and creative things that can be done with a digital compact or camera phone. Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Enjoying and sharing your photos is an extract from the book 100 Clever Digital Photography Ideas and provides a variety of simples ideas to take your photographs beyond the photo frame or photo album. Digital technology has meant that you can print on almost anything in virtually any size, from everyday canvases to the more creative mobile phone cases, and wallpaper! You can create your own Hockney joiner or Banksy style artwork, and you can share your photos online through websites and blogs. There are even clever ideas for selling your photographs.

All ideas and projects are presented with easy to follow instructions and striking photographs across colourful pages. Open your eyes to the creative possibilities with your digital photo technology, from using a basic compact camera to the latest smart phone. Whether a novice or a pro, Clever Digital Photography Ideas: Enjoying and sharing your photos will show you how to break out of your comfort zone and try something exciting and new.

Sweet layered shoulder bag for young girls or 'tweenies', all the sewing techniques and patterns are included in this project download that will have you sewing the perfect gift in no time. This trendy handbag can be made up with fabrics in any colours, patterns and textures to match the latest trends - a must for the fashion-concious tweenies! Just imagine this cute shoulder bag teamed up with a matching outfit using fabrics from your little girl's favourite collection - a simply adorable sewing project!

Red and white samplers have been popular throughout sampler history, sometimes used to practise marking linen for future seamstresses and sometimes purely for decoration. Helen Philipps' own red and white home sampler is a more contemporary take on the Antique French style, with ultra-white linen, a white frame and buttons. It has a contemporary look but the old French influences are still there.

Missy the Koala Soft Toy Pattern is a really pretty little bear, and so easy to make, the perfect starting point for anyone new to DIY soft toys! This project download comes with step-by-step diagrams, clear instructions and full size pattern pieces.

Crochet Your Own Peter Rabbit™ Adventure

The adventures of Peter Rabbit and his friends have been delighting generations of children around the world for over 120 years. In this unique crochet book, Beatrix Potter's iconic illustrations have been brought to life as cute crochet characters, allowing you to create adorable amigurumi animals from the best-loved Peter Rabbit™ stories.

Why You'll Love This Book:

• Nostalgia and Charm: Relive the magic of Beatrix Potter's tales with these adorable crochet patterns.
• Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Step-by-step guides and clear photos make it simple for beginners and experienced crocheters alike.
• Officially Licensed: Authentic designs inspired by the beloved Peter Rabbit™ stories.
• Heirloom Projects: Create charming toys that will be treasured for generations.
• A Perfect Gift: Surprise friends and family with handmade Peter Rabbit creations.

With step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography, you'll be able to make all the most enduring characters from Beatrix Potter's world. Crochet Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, Mr. Jeremy Fisher, Tom Kitten, Squirrel Nutkin, and more, plus some charming props from Mr. McGregor's garden.

Author Carla Mitrani has translated Beatrix Potter's original illustrations into super cute crochet versions, which will be instantly recognizable to fans of the Peter Rabbit™ stories. All the crochet techniques needed to make the animals are included, with step-by-step photos to guide you.

Featuring beautiful illustrations from the tales alongside the patterns, this is a visual treat for fans of Peter Rabbit, allowing you to crochet toys for fans of all ages!

Officially licensed by Frederick Warne & Co. Ltd. BEATRIX POTTER™ and PETER RABBIT™ © Frederick Warne & Co., 2025

100 quick and easy cross stitch ideas for stitchers to use to create fantastic greetings cards for friends and family with this diverse collection of motifs and designs for every occasion. Whether it's a new baby, wedding anniversary or special birthday, there's certain to be a card to suit you.

Each card design is accompanied by complete stitching instructions, embellishment ideas and clear color charts. The author also shares her papercrafting secrets to help create simple cards that will make a big impression!

There are ideas for seasonal greeting cards for events such as Christmas, St Patrick's day and Independence day. Choose from designs for last-minute greetings for quick-to-stitch ideas--perfect for when you want to send your congratulations immediately, and can't afford to to spend hours stitching!

From The Bag Making Bible by Lisa Lam

Half the fun of making this cheerful bag is choosing three fabrics that all look fabulous together. Once you have chosen the fabrics you’ll find this bag just kind of makes itself! The more you piece it together (like a colorful jigsaw) the more you’ll want to see the yummy finished result. Pop a pretty fabric flower onto the button closure for an extra touch of cuteness.