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A clearly illustrated step-by-step guide to all the stitches and techniques needed to create beautiful bobbin lace.

Tips and techniques to get that perfect crochet finish - from reading a pattern to weaving in ends, and everything in between.

Master one granny square: create 15 different fashion looks.

Featuring clear instructions, detailed stitch diagrams, and stunning photography, 'A Year of Granny Squares' ensures that you have all the tools you need to embark on your crochet adventure with confidence. Expand your skills, learn new techniques, and watch your crochet expertise grow throughout the year.

"Draw faces in 10 simple steps- learn to draw and colour a wide range of faces with ease. 10 Step Drawing: Faces offers an easy jumping-off point for any doodler to get into simple portraiture. Featuring illustrated tutorials for drawing 50 faces diverse in age, skin-tone and gender, with lots of different facial features and expressions, every image is fun and easy to replicate in ten simple steps. All you need is pen and paper! Apply techniques from the tutorials and become confident in drawing family members and friends too! Handy prompts at every stage help the reader without giving them dry, prescriptive instructions. 10 Step Drawing: Faces is sure to encourage even the most nervous amateur artist to dust off their pen and doodle."--Publisher's description.

Must-have guide to essential crochet stitches, techniques, projects and tips for total beginners, or those wanting a recap.

The modern oil artist's dream: a punchy combination of innovation and enthusiasm, infused with authority and tradition. This is an in-depth look at an artist in love with his surroundings and with the people that inhabit them. Learn how to use oils and more from the President of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters.

"Join Niina Laitinen on a journey around the world through gorgeous new knitting patterns. This book contains 20 sock patterns inspired by places and cities around the world, drawing on ancient stories, memorable sights and fond memories of the author's own travels. The 'Shanghai' socks are inspired by the gold dragon scales and flowing lace of China; delicate pale-pink cherry blossom motifs bedeck the 'Hanami' (flower viewing) socks that brings to mind springtime in Japan; while the flowing leaves of the tropical rainforests and the exotic creatures prescribe the vivid colourways of the 'Madagascar'-inspired pair. Laitinen has designed the patterns to be easy to knit in her trademark familiar style using double-pointed needles, or cable needles for the cabled details, and a creative use of colour. The instructions are clear, there are intricate, detailed pattern charts for each pair of socks, and the photos are rich, atmospheric and wonderfully evocative. Some instructions are written for multiple sizes, and others can be adapted using the instructions. Wherever you are, you can be sure to have the world at your feet!"--Publisher's description.

Inspirational and authoritative, The Printmaking Bible is a complete guide to this traditional art practice that constantly evolves through the creative input of each new generation of artists.

Get inspiration from Emily Botelho - the genius behind @salt_stitches - and learn to create highly detailed abstract works of embroidered art. From mini hoops to larger fabric canvas work, ideas to capture your natural surroundings abound in this stunning book. Drawing on her love of nature, Emily Botelho creates highly textured and incredibly detailed embroidery pieces. Her work is organic, intuitive and celebrates patterns found in the natural world. She uses 3 environments - coastal, mountain and urban - to illustrate her creative process, describing how to find inspiration and where to look for interesting textures, color palettes and items to use as embellishments. Emily is a firm believer that you don't need to go far to be inspired and she encourages you to engage in close observation of the natural world on your doorstep, whether you have stitched before or not. Due to the abstract nature of the craft, there are no patterns to follow or step-by-step instructions. You decide when a piece is finished, which gives you complete freedom to explore the textures that you're working with. Every single piece will be unique, and that's the beauty of it!

Create over 50 stunning horses and ponies in 10 simple steps! If you love horses and ponies  but don''t know where to start, this is the book for you!Get past that blank page by turning simple shapes into the perfect equine companion in just 10 easy steps. Create over 50 different breeds in a variety of poses, from a rearing Hanoverian to a grazing Fell pony by following the instructions inside. It even includes handy color palettes for getting the right shades in your drawing.Packed with handy hints and prompts, learning to draw has never been so simple!

Paint a year in the natural world in stunning, vibrant watercolor. Take a walk through each seasons with Waltraud Nawratil in this vibrant and inspiring guide to painting nature in watercolor. Discover new and traditional watercolor techniques: textural effects, backgrounds, exciting color combinations and much more to create 30 stunning watercolor paintings that bring the natural world to life. Paint your way through a landscape of flora and wildlife, from Spring flowers to poinsettias that mark the coming of Christmas and the closing of the year; each painting is worked in watercolor in the author's loose, delicate style. An ideal introduction to watercolor painting and an unmissable guide to developing technical skills - with plentiful inspiration for seeking out your own inspiration in the natural world.

Join Gai Button as she shares her secrets to needle felting adorable miniature dogs. Using different wools, silks and fibres, and with just three needles, you can make all manner of realistic-looking dog breeds, including labradors, pugs and poodles. There are six dog projects in the book, and the techniques for making them are explained clearly with illustrated step-by-step instructions, along with handy tips. Each dog also has to-scale templates included, so you can start needle felting your favourite pooch right away. Needle felted dogs are easier to make than they look, making them suitable for beginners and confident felters alike!

This authoritative and lusciously illustrated book offers a comprehensive and inspirational insight into the art and craft of silver jewellery making for today's artisan.

A comprehensive guide to more than 30 circular weaving techniques perfect for crafting unique and modern home decor.

Learn the historical art of fine whitework in this informative, instructional guide from the Royal School of Needlework and master skills of Jenny Adin-Christie.This exquisite guide provides a historical background to fine whitework, and an exploration of the key stitch techniques involved in this intricate style of hand embroidery. Discover how to master five key areas of whitework technique: sculptured, translucent, filigree, fretted and voided; then apply these to two detailed and stunning pieces – a delicate button with scabiosa motif, and an elaborate embroidery honoring the 150th anniversary of the RSN. Clear step-by-step instructions and stitch diagrams aid the reader in their own whitework embroideries, and there is plenty of inspiration by way of Jenny Adin-Christie’s own elegant works, and those of other RSN students and tutors. 

Step outside with Barry Herniman and embark on a joyful adventure, reacting to your environment then sketching it. Pack up your materials, leave your painting inhibitions behind and step outside with Barry Herniman, ready to sketch. Fun, friendly and practical, this handbook is jam-packed with tips and brimming with answers to questions such as: What should I take? Where should I go? What medium should I use? Where can I find inspiration?This is a handy book you will keep close by for reference time and again. It is full of inspiring artwork as well as five demos: a coastal scene in pen and ink; a countryside panorama in watercolour; a quintessential English village in gouache; a townscape in line and watercolour wash; and trees in watercolour pencils.What comes across in every detail is the joy Barry experiences when he's sketching outside: it's contagious! He encourages you to absorb your surroundings, be aware of the input from your senses and have a go at capturing the moment in sketch. He addresses the challenges and opportunities you will face as an artist and teaches you to understand the importance of a sketchbook, improve your observation skills and embrace spontaneity. Enjoyment is key - shake off peer pressure and your own expectations and enter the exhilarating world of sketching outdoors.>

The Re:Fashion Wardrobe is a captivating book by Portia Lawrie, published in 2023. This book is a unique blend of creativity and sustainability, making it a must-read for fashion enthusiasts and environmentalists alike. Its genre is a mix of fashion, DIY, and environmental consciousness, making it a unique entry in the literary world. In this book, Lawrie guides readers through the process of reimagining and repurposing their wardrobe, promoting the idea of sustainable fashion. Published by Search Press Ltd, this book is a testament to Lawrie's commitment to promoting a more sustainable and ethical approach to fashion. The Re:Fashion Wardrobe is not just a book; it's a movement towards a more sustainable future.

Sew 20 stunning Christmas felt decorations to cherish year after yearSew 20 stunning felt decorations - perfect for adding some sparkle to your home or for giving as gorgeous handmade gifts.Best-selling author Corinne Lapierre brings you 20 fantastic new festive designs! Create decorations to hang on your tree or ornaments to decorate your table and mantelpiece, including stars, trees, birds and animals. Create gorgeous family heirlooms that you will look forward to seeing year after year.All the projects are simple to make, and all the necessary templates are given at actual size.

Experiment and discover your own artistic voice and style! Providing a wealth of inspiration for those new to textile art as well as experienced textile artists, Free Motion Embroidery guides you through the entire creative process – from finding inspiration to designing your own stitched artworks.This revised and updated standalone title is drawn from Katie Essam''s successful Layered and Stitched Pictures in The Textile Artist series. Incorporating a new bonus project, this book showcases Katie''s free machine embroidery techniques. Her fresh, modern style uses unique combinations of traditional techniques, and in this book she shows how to create beautiful textile art inspired by the beauty in everyday objects.With eight projects and lots of inspirational finished artworks to provide inspiration, this book teaches the reader how to draw inspiration from the animals, birds, gardens, beach huts and scenes that surround us all; and use that inspiration as fuel to create gorgeous stitched pictures. 

Upcycle unwanted clothes and home furnishings, and learn how to restitch them into 20 stylish home accessories and garments.

Discover 40 stylish springtime designs specially chosen by Debbie from her much-loved Half Yard (TM) series,

60 beautiful, inspirational painting projects provide inspiration for the watercolour artist.

Learn to draw over 50 fabulous felines in an illustrated style, with just 10 simple visual steps.

Learn to draw over 50 delightful dogs in an illustrated style, with just 10 simple visual steps.

Push the boundaries of abstract art with a mix of media and methods, with the guidance of expert artist Helen Kaminsky.

A fabulous collection of 300 stitches and timeless classics to knit.

A collection of 20 sumptuously beautiful, contemporary projects, based on traditional knitting styles and techniques from the Scottish Isles and Scandinavia.