Books in the Crafts series

This book is an introduction to the delicate art of paper craft.

Explore the powerful medium of mosaic in this book which offers a fresh perspective on the ancient art.

Rag-rug making is an ideal creative outlet for those aiming for a more sustainable lifestyle.

Weaving with Natural Dyes is a comprehensive guide to the art of weaving with eco-friendly, natural dyes. Authored by textile designer and weaver Lucy Rowan, this book features 12 stunning woven projects with step-by-step imagery that will inspire and guide weavers of all skill levels.This book takes you on a journey through the seasons, exploring the beauty of natural hues found in leaves, flowers, and vegetables. Each project is designed to highlight the colors of the season, from the warm oranges and browns of autumn to the bright pinks and yellows of spring.With this book, you'll learn everything you need to know about using natural dyes in your weaving projects. You'll discover how to dye yarns with materials found in nature, using eco-friendly methods that are as beautiful as they are sustainable. The projects in this book range from easy to advanced, so whether you're a beginner or an experienced weaver, you'll find something to inspire you.The step-by-step imagery and detailed instructions make it easy to follow along with each project, ensuring that you'll be able to create beautiful woven pieces that reflect the changing seasons. Lucy Rowan's passion for natural dyes and weaving shines through in every page of this book, making it a must-have for anyone interested in weaving, natural dyeing, or sustainable crafting.

"This book's easy-to-follow images are a big plus for readers to learn how to execute basic or more advanced embroidery stitches." -- Library Journal STARRED ReviewUnleash your creativity and learn a whole variety of hand embroidery techniques with Clare Albans from Hello! Hooray!. The Modern Embroidery Handbook is a perfect guide for stitchers of all levels, and is something you'll want to pick up from your bookshelf to refer to time and again. Inspired by vintage sewing companions, the follow up to colorful Fun Embroidery contains step-by-step instructions for 72 different hand embroidery stitches, plus a large-scale sampler, alongside 20 brand new projects. Start with the basic ones most commonly found in embroidery designs, before experimenting with stitches for borders and edging, decorative stitches and motifs, as well as textural stitches and knots. The 20 modern projects give you an opportunity to try out all the stitches, and each one includes full step-by-step instructions, beautiful photos, and templates for you to create them yourself at home. The Modern Embroidery Handbook will encourage and inspire you to go beyond the embroidery hoop, get out of your comfort zone and be bold in trying different techniques. If you've ever wanted to experiment with watercolors on fabric, stitch unique customized pieces to wear or use in your home, or even to create 3D effects with hand embroidery, then look no further. This colorful and informative book will give you the confidence to experiment and help you to find joy in taking time out to be creative!

"The positive messages uplift, and Crabb's anecdotes add a welcome personal touch. There's lots to treasure in this optimistic outing." - Publishers WeeklySew Mindful Cross Stitch combines bright and modern cross stitch projects with the calming benefits of mindfulness. Throughout her debut book, Sophie Crabb explores the idea behind crafting for calm and why it can have such a profound and positive impact on our mental wellbeing.With a total of twenty-two brand new cross stitch projects to choose from, you can stitch your way through Positive Affirmations, Mindful Messages and Self-Care Quotes.Not familiar with cross stitch? We've got you covered. Learn from the beginning with an introduction to what you'll need, detailed step-by-step guidance and some top tips to help you get started.Throughout the book, Sophie shares an honest and thoughtful account of her own wellbeing journey, reflecting on topics such as depression and anxiety to overthinking and imposter syndrome, with an aim to open up the conversation linking mindfulness and crafting for calm.Learn how to mindfully cross stitch and transform how you de-stress for good.

An absorbing new way to look at the ancient weaving techniques of peg loom and stick weaving.

Learn the slow, calming art of needle felting with a few simple tools.

Simple step by step guide with clear diagrams and photographs of each stage.

In a world obsessed with fast fashion, this colourful, creative book with inspirational free-motion embroidery projects will encourage the use of recycling previously loved garments.

An easy-to-follow step-by-step guide to creative hobby framing for the complete beginner.

Suitable for beginners - you don't need to be a crafting expert to make the projects in this book! Easy to follow clear instructions, free templates and patterns included.

Remedies the gap in the market for an easy to follow beginners book binding

Beginners guide to painting and making your own craft projects. Seasonally inspired with a range of modern crafts for all occasions from decorations for the home, seasonal celebrations and gifts for friends and family.

Exercises to help to you master the art of brush lettering. Alphabet guides in various brush lettering styles.

Includes 24 projects that build in difficulty so if you're a novice or a master, you will enjoy this! A fun, practical way to de-stress in this world obsessed with screens.

Mix and match the outfits to create your own, or make your own variations using the basic patterns. Diagrams and illustrations to help you with the making, along with options for different skill levels.

Sewing Animal Dolls offers a complete design story to the crafter, allowing them to dip in and out as they create each project. All of the projects are interlinked creating an heirloom collection that can grow over the years.

The book provides a collection of 14 rainbow themed patchwork projects, including six quilts, five cushions and 3 mini projects.

The book is written from the perspective of a gardener, taking into consideration the best times to harvest plants for dyeing to ensure the health of the plant and that it gives lots of future harvests for dyeing.