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Learn how to easily craft a classic quilt with this collection of twelve quilt patterns from the authors of Jelly Roll Quilts in a Weekend.A collection of twelve quilt patterns for classic quilts made using jelly rolls. Pam and Nicky bring their expertise to classic quilt designs with Jelly Roll Quilts: The Classic Collection. Learn how to make all your favorite quilts and blocks quickly and easily with this amazing collection of jelly roll quilt patterns. Jelly rolls are a fantastic short cut to patchwork and quilting: you can avoid (some) of the hours of cutting and preparation required for making a quilt and go straight to the fun bit-the sewing!

Learn to paint tropical flowers and foliage in simple steps with this free and easy approach to watercolor painting for beginners. Marie Boudon's 20 step-by-step tutorials will have you making jungle-themed art in no time. Along the way, be inspired by ideas for displaying the finished work as wall art, journal pages, handmade stationery and cards.

Forget everything you thought you knew about dried flowers! If the thought of dried flower arrangements is conjuring up images of stuffy décor that hasn't seen the light of day in decades - think again. Preserved floral arrangements are cool again, and not only are they beautiful, they'll also last infinitely longer than fresh flowers. This gorgeous book offers a new approach to flower arranging with dried botanicals, exploring ways to preserve flowers' beauty forever through drying and pressing, and then presents a catalogue of 30 flowers that are interesting for colour, texture and sculptural appeal in arrangements. 15 step-by-step projects then give you creative ideas for displaying dried flowers including:- Bouquets- Wreaths- Wall hangings- Wall art- Flower crowns and buttonholes for weddings- Terrariums- Candles and moreThese exquisite floral creations will give a bohemian and poetic touch to your interior décor and everlasting beauty to your home.

This is the ultimate cat lover''s collection of knitting patterns for garments and accessories. If you love cats and yarn you will want this collection of 16 quirky designs all based around the theme of cats. It includes four garments graded for 16 different sizes, as well as cat-themed accessories including a wrap, shawl, scarf, cowl, capelet, mittens and hats. The patterns are divided up into four chapters, each with a different style of cat-themed design similar to Marna''s Sinister Catdigan pattern.

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of Land Rover ownership, learn how to spot a bad vehicle quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of real ownership experience, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Helps you in buying a Porsche 993. This title helps you to benefit from Adrian Streather's years of Porsche ownership. It teaches how to spot a bad car quickly.

A long-awaited guide for deciding which, if any, E-type to purchase. This pocket-sized book steers buyers past the dazzling exterior to examine systematically, section by section, cars they are considering. Picture-packed to help orientate even newcomers and ensure they buy the best car for their budget.

Offers advice to help you to find the best car for your money.

The fabulous, modern, big Jaguars still attract admiration, but you need to know how to buy the best. This highly-illustrated book gives all the practical advice you could wish for when considering a purchase. What to look for, what to avoid, and whether the car is likely to suit your needs, plus relative values and the best places to buy.

Hans Ledwinka's innovative Tatra cars were models of design excellence, and were highly influential in shaping modern car design concepts and the development of the Volkswagen. This book places Ledwinka in his well-deserved place amongst the great car designers. This enlarged 2nd edition contains updated material and additional illustrations.

Here, from the memories of many men and women, is an intimate account of what it was like to work in MG's Abingdon factory. From tea trolley to production line and from apprentice to manager, this book includes memorable events, romance, tragedy, humour, motorsport, and the lead up to factory closure.

Looking for a big Mercedes saloon that combines classic 1970s styling but still feels modern to drive? The W116 delivers smooth performance thanks to its advanced engineering. But with the cars now over 40 years old, buying one demands care: use this book to assess a promising car like a professional, and find the right car at the right price!

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Phil Benfield's years of Morgan Plus 4 experience, learn how to spot a bad car quickly and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of MGA ownership, learn how to spot a bad car quickly and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of Jaguar Mk 1 & 2 ownership, learn how to spot a bad car quickly and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Moira Huntly's Sketchbook Secrets takes the reader into the heart of the well-loved artist's work, showing how she captures images and occasions in her sketchbook, and how she then takes those ideas through to finished paintings. This is a unique opportunity to see the complete progression of a painting, from field sketch to finished artwork.

Learn how to create elegant macrame pieces with this comprehensive, fully-illustrated guide by the renowned author of The Knotting and Braiding Bible. In How to Macrame, jewelry crafter and macrame expert Dorothy Wood covers all the essential techniques for creating your own elegant and intricately knotted jewelry. With detailed photographs and clear, step-by-step instructions, you'll go from beginner to expert in no time. How to Macrame covers Macrame Basics, Square Knot Variations, Multistrand Macrame, Half-hitch Variations, Adding Beads, and Finishing Techniques. Plus, once youve mastered the basics, you will be able to test your skills with jewelry projects including bracelets, a necklace and a brooch.

If you love the folk art trend don't miss this stunning collection of folk art inspired wool appliqué quilt patterns for quilters of all abilities. The five designs are made using tweed, a woven wool fabric, and feature wool appliqué and embroidery to create beautiful quilts. Wool appliqué is a major trend right now amongst sewers and quilters and this book includes easy to follow, step by step instructions to create gorgeous wool quilts. Choose from five different designs ranging from the very simply constructed Grandad's Coat right through to the more complex Floral Vase. Learn how to combine wool and tweed with other fabrics such as quilt weight cotton and linen to create unique results.  These stunning quilts have a ‘blankety’ feel - perfect for curling up under during the long winter nights. The instructions also include techniques specifically for working with wool, including wool appliqué, the embroidery stitches needed to create the designs and techniques on how to combine wool with other fabrics.  Learn how to make gorgeous wool quilts to adorn your home this winter.

Crochet Infinity Scarves Crochet yourself a one-off infinity scarf with this collection of 8 new and individual patterns. Choose from a selection including a delicate lacy crochet scarf to a unique design inspired by the traditional granny square. Or why not try the 'Perfectly Plaid Infinity' scarf inspired by the plaid fabric that dominated the autumn winter 2014 catwalk collections. Whether you are looking for the latest crochet ideas, a pattern for a trendy Mobius Scarf or a contemporary take on a crochet classic, you will find it in this collection. All the scarves are perfect teamed with jeans and a sweater or paired with a winter coat for a walk in the country or the commute to work. All the crochet techniques you need to get started are also included

The definitive history of the dignified Rover P4 from 1949 until 1964, which includes Marauder and jet-powered, experimental cars. Affectionately known as the 'auntie' Rovers, these models have become much-loved classics and represent the epitome of Britishness.

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from James Taylor's years of Range Rover ownership and experience, learn how to spot a bad example quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right Range Rover at the right price!

Covers the appraisal, buying, strip down, repair and sympathetic renovation of original paint and patina Volkswagen cars and vans/Buses across the air-cooled range. This includes matching original paint or patina to repaired areas, coming up with a style, and popular modifications.

Is anything really possible if you want it badly enough? Kay the piglet has to learn some frustrating life lessons in this delightful book from the Horace & Nim series.

Grandad can draw anything, except hands, which Granddaughter Chloe finds most amusing, especially when poor Grandad lands himself in a right royal pickle when he is asked to draw The Queen performing her famous 'royal wave.' But Grandad cleverly draws his way out of trouble ... and into Her Majesty's favour.

Slow Burn tells how the big names of the motorcycle industry used superbike racing to test their street bike designs. The book features the biggest riders: Wayne Gardner, Mick Doohan, Wayne Rainey, Kevin Schwantz and Eddie Lawson, who started out on big, unruly superbikes, and learned how to powerslide their way around the world's toughest tracks.

Revitalise your wardrobe with this capsule collection from sewing expert Rachel from the House of Pinheiro. The collection includes the perfect separates to take you through the working week to the weekend: there is a main pattern for every day of the week andvariations to dress it up or down.

This invaluable book sympathetically shows the owner of a blind dog that their loyal friend can still have the same zest for and enjoyment of life. With love and careful thought, you and your dog can help each other find new or adapted ways to live happily together.