Creativity

A modern guide to embroidery for you and the home

Learn all about knitting ganseys with this comprehensive sourcebook from an expert in the subject, Di Gilpin. Discover all the techniques you need to make an authentic gansey sweater including the under arm gusset and shoulder seams as well patterns for more contemporary style projects.

Embark on a magical adventure in this newest coloring book from Maria Trolle. Enjoy a moonlit walk through a garden full of gorgeous flowers, discover fabulous plant treasures in a dense forest, and tiptoe around fairy tales at every corner. Gather your thoughts and calm your mind by coloring all of the beautiful plants and animals in Luna. A register of plants, birds, and butterflies is found in the back of the book.

From public television's favorite drawing teacher, a quick, easy, and entertaining drawing method

Draw the cutest kawaii pictures for a whole year - this fun book for the young and young at heart covers the widest range of kawaii motifs ever - 365 of them no less! Topics featured include animals, food, plants, clothes, household objects, musical instruments, people, vehicles, buildings and landmarks, weather icons and even space motifs.

Modern interpretations of Fair Isle knits, including fishermen's jumpers, scarves and gloves, as well as the traditional long hats known as keps.

Before appearing on the BBC's The Great British Sewing Bee, Chinelo Bally had never used a sewing pattern. She wowed the judges with her ability to create stylish, fitted garments using a freehand cutting method that was taught to her by an aunt. In Freehand Fashion, Chinelo lets us in to the secret of how she does it. Using a series of basic garment blocks, she explains how this innovative technique can be used to create a whole wardrobe of fashionable clothes that will fit every shape and size - with no patterns required. Based on a traditional Nigerian technique, Chinelo has developed her own freehand cutting method. The emphasis is on the individual's own body measurements, and getting the perfect fit. This is a surprisingly simple technique that anyone can learn. No fancy equipment is needed - just a sewing machine, measuring tape, chalk and of course a good pair of scissors. Using step-by-step illustrations, the book shows how to draft, cut and construct the five basic blocks that are used - either singly or in combination - to make every item of clothing in the wardrobe. Once you have your basic blocks, you are ready to tackle the projects - practical garments that are fashionable, modern, stylish and versatile. There are tops, skirts, day dresses and eveningwear. This is an exciting sewing technique that will be brand new to most people, even experienced dressmakers. There really are no limits - and the beauty of this technique is that it can be applied to any body shape.

Bargello is trending! Stitch some colour into your life with 15 attractive projects.

The Organic Artist for Kids teaches kids how to make their own art supplies, as well as beautiful art, from the natural world.

This is a resource for fiber farmers, ranchers, contract grazers, weavers, knitters, slow-fashion entrepreneurs, soil activists, and conscious consumers who want to join or create their own fibershed and topple outdated and toxic systems of exploitation.

This is a large size 'bible' of 600 different weaves of loom. It is organised by type, from basic 4-shaft structures to block drafts and double weaves, providing a wide range of herringbone, twill, zigzag and diamond designs.

A guide to creating anime characters and scenes, offering all the secrets of anime drawing that make characters look complete. The instruction is in-depth and accessible.

A complete, in-depth manual that explains everything one needs to know about drawing jewelry.

Celebrated survivalist Laura Zerra provides you with step-by-step instructions on making your own knives in A Modern Guide to Knifemaking.

Vogue Knitting The Ultimate Knitting Book is a comprehensive guide to the world of knitting, written by the experts at Vogue. Published in 2018 by Sixth & Spring Books, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the craft. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the basics of knitting to more advanced techniques, making it suitable for knitters of all levels. The author, a seasoned knitting expert, shares her wealth of knowledge and experience in an easy-to-understand manner, making this book an invaluable resource for both beginners and experienced knitters alike. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your skills, Vogue Knitting The Ultimate Knitting Book is the perfect companion to guide you on your knitting journey.

Tilly and the Buttons: Stretch! is an incredible book penned by the talented Tilly Walnes. Published by Quadrille Publishing Ltd in 2018, this book is a must-read for all book lovers. The genre of the book is not specified, but it promises to be a riveting read. The book, Tilly and the Buttons: Stretch!, is a testament to Tilly Walnes' writing prowess. If you're looking for a book that will keep you hooked from start to finish, then this is the book for you. Published by Quadrille Publishing Ltd, this book is a worthy addition to any bookshelf.

A book that's more than a book. Turn its pages (made up of varying and beautiful papers) and indulge in the acts of reading, savoring illustrations and inspirational quotes, creating papercrafts and colouring pages

This follow up to the first Paint by Sticker book (91,000 copies in print!) offers crafters of all age's new creative and meditative pastime, featuring 12 iconic paintings rendered in "low-poly" style. Readers of all ages can recreate works from the world's greatest artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Vermeer, one sticker at a time!

Make your art primal! Go back to a time when birch bark, charcoal, clay, wood, and everything in nature were your materials, and be inspired doing so.

Features 75 paper flowers and flower projects, including a holiday wreath, kids' party ideas, table decorations, bouquets, and more for every age range and skill level. This title begins with a lush gallery of images of the flowers, which is followed by step-by-step instructional text, accompanied by lots of captions and sidebars.

Adopt a spontaneous, bold, and fearless approach to painting as a process of discovery-one that results in lush and colorful finished works that will beg to be displayed.

Presents a complete fashion school for drawing and painting fashion figures, garments, and accessories for aspiring fashion illustrators and designers. Designed for newcomers and improvers, this title shows them how to construct the head and figure, compose for impact, and use all available media.

A seasonal collection of projects using the latest Tilda fabrics and embellishments, including gifts, decorations and cards.

Demonstrates in detail how to build low-cost, low-tech, yet high-quality kilns and varied firing techniques. This work includes plans ranging from an easy, affordable and versatile Raku Kiln to a unique wood-fuelled Downdraft Stovepipe Barrel kiln.

The definitive guide to knitting and one of the most requested out-of-print books for years, this edition is fully revised and updated.

Save money, have more beautiful sweaters. "Fisherman's knit" sweaters, various types. 70 pattern variations. Authentic, collected in Hebrides, Aran Islands. 162 illustrations. ..."a godsend to all knitters of Arans and Fishermen's jerseys."--Shawls.

Lovely Danish porcelain figurines by the Dahl-Jensen company are showcased in this first and superb reference for collectors. Celebrated designer Jens Peter Dahl-Jensen worked for the Bing & Grohdahl company before founding his own firm in 1925. He modeled new sculptures, particularly creating a wonderful series representing models from the Far East, which he produced as figurines in the early days of the companys growth. Later, he acquired the works of other artists to enlarge the model collection. Of the almost 400 figurines the factory produced, Dahl-Jensen himself sculpted about 280. All the known figurines made by the company are included, arranged in both numerical and subject matter order, for easy reference. Over 350 color photographs display the natural wildlife and charming people that occupy this high quality line of sculpture. They are growing in popularity among collectors and presently are surprisingly affordable. Current values are reflected in the captions.