Arts & Crafts

Containing 35 ready-to-transfer patterns, with simple, fully illustrated instructions, this book shows readers how to make designs on favourite articles of clothing to make a personal statement.

Sue Tyrell provides instructions for gilding ornamental and functional items, and experiments with the application of a range of surfaces, including wood, plastic, stainless steel, glass and ceramic. She demonstrates...

Using florist bouquets, cut garden flowers, and even vegetables and other items, Paula's easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions allows anyone to create ingenious compositions that will add colour and style to the...

Pictura is a stunning range of black-and-white artworks to collect and colour for all ages. In this title from the artist of A Knight's Journey , an English country house...

This unusual collection of exquisite afghans is inspired by Middle Eastern crafts, elebrated for their beautiful patterns, exuberant colours and high-quality handiwork. Each disign has a colour photo and most...

An exploration of abstract textile work with practical tips on how to progress from the realistic to the abstract within your own practice. From Amish quilts through to contemporary makers,...

Take a start-to-finish course on Baltimore Album quilts from a famed applique expert! Bestselling author Mimi Dietrich shares all of her best tricks-which she perfected while teaching hundreds of students-for...

A provocative anthology of essays, interviews and photographs on the art-making phenomenon known as craftivism, the intersection where craft and activism meet. This book profiles craftivists from around the world...

Knitting is in a major revival. Knitters have been spotted in parliament, in pubs, at the cricket. And they're not just over 50. They're young, sassy, professional women. What is...

This title features 16 beautiful projects - including quilts, tote bags, and placemats - in both bold & bright and traditional country colours. Take part in your own quilt challenge...

Southern floral artist Sybil Sylvester does more than arrange flowers; she uses inventive ideas and fresh plants to illuminate her surroundings. Many of her plants come straight from her own...

Dry stone walls - the thousands of miles of stone ribbon stretching across the landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, Yorkshire Dales and Cotswolds - use construction methods which have existed...

A study of the many techniques employed by medieval embroiderers, and the materials they used, illustrated to show various examples of their work. A further title from the MEDIEVAL CRAFTSMEN...

Start with a basic T-shirt; finish with a fun and fashionable garment that a little girl will love! This adorable collection of dresses and tops offers sewers more than 25...

Decorate your space with a collage kit to make your room your own with these 60 timeless pastoral and nature cards. Decorate your space with a collage kit and customize...

Much of the appeal of mosaic lies with the exquisite materials from which it is made, be it opaque and translucent glass tiles, brilliant metallics, cool and expensive marble, fabulously...

Crafters of all skill levels need an extensive selection of motifs and patterns to apply to their work. Part One gives an introduction to fantasy art, before going on to...

Tiptoe through the wildflowers to discover a world of intricate botanical illustrations, courtesy of botanical master, Adriana Picker. These unique Australian floral shapes are beautifully rendered on the page, allowing...

By the author of "Card Crafting", this book contains over 50 projects related to paper, from how to make it to making personalized stationery and book covers. The projects incorporate...

Floral expert Chelsea Fuss shows you how to make beautiful, natural arrangements with foraged and seasonal greenery, branches, and flowers Based on her extraordinarily popular flower-arranging workshops, Chelsea Fuss's first...

Melanie Hendricks shows how to make inspirational cards for all occasions using this new technique - its name Lace[registered] meaning to lace together in French. The technique involves making a...

Cindy Smith designs for the best of the best - including such top names as Bruce Springsteen, Nicole Kidman, and Oprah. But fortunately for those of us who don't have...

Updated to reflect technical innovations, this guide to sewing with a serger includes: tips on buying a serger; techniques for serging corners, curves, seams and hems, and specialty fabrics; the...

Create something stylish and unique with Handcrafted. The simple act of making these glorious craft ideas is calming and fulfilling and your friends will marvel at your creative and individual...

Everything you need to master the decorative craft of cross stitch, with over 150 beautiful projects

Perfect for the beginner and experienced flower arranger, Arranging Roses shows the reader how to display roses to exploit their greatest potential. The book is highly illustrated in colour.'

The book covers all kinds of flower displays - from arrangements for festive occasions, such as weddings, through to table arrangements and still-life displays. Peach Panfili believes that anyone can...

This book is a collection of 25 pictures for you to stitch. It contains detailed charts and photographs to make working each piece simple. It also explains all the terms...

Every home has its own individual character and this individuality can be further enhanced by the choice of interior decorations and the style of the furnishings. Curtains are fundamental for...

Turn cross-stitching into a year-long endeavor with beautiful country-flavored designs set around each season. The patterns feature lively gardeners, farmers, angels, patchwork animals, and many more. Bonus: Learn how to...

"Best of Fons & Porter: Tabletop Quilts" caters to quilters who love decorating their homes and making small projects that can be completed quickly. Reflecting whimsical as well as traditional...

Use Peggy's original continuous line designs as the starting point to create unique quilting patterns-feathers, butterflies, hearts, paisleys, and more. Three concepts underlie her approach to free-motion quilting-dream feathers, standard...

The Best Things Come in Small Packages Big memories don't require big pages. You can showcase your most important moments in irresistible, adorable mini scrapbooks! Outstanding Mini Albums is filled...

Quilt by machine or by hand? Both! is the resounding answer from this talented and creative quilter. Learn how to successfully incorporate hand and machine quilting in the same quilt...

Learn how to create stunning kaleidoscopic quilts by turning traditional square blocks into exciting diamond shapes. Dazzle your friends with your own fantastic kaleidoscopic quilts - all made using traditional...

* 10 fast, fun table toppers and placemats add charm to any table * Super-easy fused applique designs * Make a table runner, placemats, or a matching set of both*...

Put a smile in your holidays with 12 festive projects-bed quilts, table runners, door toppers, and pillows.