Crafts & Hobbies

The tangled life of the knitter is the subject of inspired nuttiness in 300 tongue-in-cheek meditations from the Yarn Harlot, Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. At Knit's End captures the wickedly funny musings of someone who doesn't believe it's possible to knit...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781912480050Author Steffi SternFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Hawthorn PressPublisher Hawthorn PressWeight(grams) 485gDimensions(mm) 250mm * 200mm *...

The seminal guide to figure drawing for fashion design in a completely revised, updated and expanded two-volume edition. Fashion drawing is the most important way to visualise ideas and concepts in costume and fashion design. This new and expanded...

Crewelwork has a long history but this book brings the technique right up to date. It mixes contemporary styles with older traditions to give an exciting twist on this enduring and beautiful style of embroidery. Becky Quine, a tutor of the Royal School...

"Acrylic Landscapes in a Weekend" will have you painting in no time, with eight cleverly-constructed projects that can each be completed in just one weekend. You can discover the unique versatility and accessibility of acrylics - they can be used as...

The motorcycle can lay claim as the most influential form of mobility becoming the embodiment of liberation and rebellion; never more so than in the 50s and 60s with the era of rockers, ton-up boys, the 59 Club and cafe racing. My Cool...

The ultimate beginner-friendly project guide to whittling flat-plane carvings with a modern twist! Whittling Workbook is perfect for anyone seeking a range of easy wood carvings they can accomplish with just one knife - including roughing out. All you...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780982261323Author Carlos ReyesFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint RCadvisor.comPublisher RCadvisor.comWeight(grams) 341gDimensions(mm) 244mm * 170mm *...

Albert Einstein proved to us that E=MC2. Marilyn Monroe convinced us that gentlemen prefer blondes and that diamonds are a girl's best friend. Elvis Presley showed us how to swivel our hips to old-time rock 'n' roll. Through science, pop culture and...

The sweeping crinolines, corsets, bustles, bonnets and parasols of Victorian Britain are indispensable to our period dramas, and their influences can still be seen within burlesque and steampunk fashions. This is no surprise, as nineteenth-century...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486781624Author John MontrollFormat PaperbackPage Count 48Imprint Dover Children'sPublisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams) 175gDimensions(mm) 277mm...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9784770031488Author The Editors Of Nanao MagazineFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Kodansha International LtdPublisher Kodansha America, IncWeight(grams)...

The Easy Way to Get Started with Oil Painting Craig Stephens has a simple motto for painting: With a brush, some paints and a willingness to learn, anyone can do it. With that mindset, Craig takes his most essential lessons, boils them down to their...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781610352185Author Terry MartinFormat PaperbackPage Count 144Imprint Linden Publishing Co IncPublisher Linden Publishing Co IncDimensions(mm) 279mm * 216mm...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780990311508Author Jackie ThompsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 228Imprint Jackie ThompsonPublisher Jackie ThompsonWeight(grams) 553gDimensions(mm) 254mm *...

This practical guide will enable you to create your own realistic small-scale models from the period of The Great War, specifically those involving the forces, aviation and armoured cars of Great Britain, the Commonwealth, France and Belgium. It also...

From the weaver behind the blog and brand Hello Hydrangea, teaches techniques plus simple tapestries and stylish projects for beginners to intermediate-level weavers. For modern makers looking for a book that will continue to inspire them as their skill...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781573246255Author Jack MingoFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint Conari Press,U.S.Publisher Conari Press,U.S.Weight(grams) 0g

Humans have always used their hands to create the world around them. But now most of us have gone from being practitioners to theorists, from being producers to consumers. What happens to our society when we are so divorced from the act of making? What...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781899618835Author Pat StoreyFormat PaperbackPage Count 100Imprint Tarquin PublicationsPublisher Tarquin PublicationsDimensions(mm) 210mm * 298mm * 9mm

Trend-Alarm: Macrame Super Easy is full of simple and stylish knotting projects that will brighten up your home and wardrobe in next to no time. Perfect for beginners - Thanks to the step-by-step instructions with photos and clear illustrations,...

Christmas is a wonderful time of year for crafting! From imaginative handmade gifts to stunning, reusable decorations, this book contains 100 fabulous quick and easy makes for the festive season. All the projects have been carefully selected from...

Clever and quirky cross-stitch patterns that proudly show off your love for all things literary Inside Book Riot's Lit Stitch, you'll find a number of badass, bookish cross-stitch patterns. Some of these are for bookmarks, others are for wall decor,...

'Obligatory reading for all parents of teenagers!' NIGELLA LAWSON'Bloody marvellous. Horribly familiar, funny, touching, sad, brutally honest...clutch this book to your stained T-shirt and never let it go.' JO BRAND'Terrific. A remarkable blend of...

Talented author Mandy Shaw shares her fresh approach to quilting with an emphasis on fun, fast results, and fabulous quilts! Full step-by-step instructions guide you through 10 gorgeous quilting projects ti stitch and sew that have plenty of 'wow'...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781846817328Author Moore TerenceFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Hermes HousePublisher Anness Publishing

As an improver with the basics under your belt, you will find these crochet puffs, popcorns, and bobbles easy to pick up, as, together, they represent a natural next step. They are also fun to do, creating lovely nubbly textures. These wonderful textured...

Crochet yourself cool with fashionable sleeveless tops that will fit your style! Crocheted fashion isn't just for cold weather with the 21 refreshing designs in this book, perfect on their own or as layers.* A wide range of styles, from spaghetti straps...

Add a little fun to your home decor with these eight modern amigurumi designs. Each design is made using Premier Yarns Anti-Pilling DK-weight yarn and a size D/3/3.25mm hook. Designs range from 10" to 6".About the AuthorElisa Sartori is an Italian...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781802584363Author Harry HollandFormat HardbackPage Count 112Imprint Bird Eye BooksPublisher Graffeg LimitedDimensions(mm) 370mm * 265mm * 20mm

This title features 25 practical projects using shapes and textures of natural shells. It includes the wonderful shades, shapes and textures of natural shells celebrated in inspirational and practical designs. You can complete step-by-step instructions...

Thanks to his know-how inherited from the great Parisian tailors, Yukio Kakita brings you in this book to understand all the sensitivity of the techniques of manufacture of the the tailor. Step-by-step, foolow this path where the lines and volumes...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781645586784Author New SeasonsPage Count 64Imprint New SeasonsPublisher New SeasonsWeight(grams) 249gDimensions(mm) 248mm * 214mm * 6mm

The essential guide to mounting and setting stones for jewellers of all levels. This book is a clear and practical introduction to mount construction and the processes of stone setting, suitable for both beginners and practising jewellers wanting to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781627009027Author Enrique CarrascoFormat PaperbackPage Count 112Imprint Kalmbach MediaPublisher Kalmbach MediaWeight(grams) 318gDimensions(mm) 267mm *...

In this book, you will find 25 different projects that you can make using the punch-needle technique, which has taken Instagram and Pinterest by storm. Transform traditional punch embroidery into modern accessories for yourself or to add colour to your...

Make sewing by hand your next creative accomplishment! Embrace the chance to unwind and enjoy the process of creating quilt blocks from scratch with Becky Goldsmith's step-by-step instructions.About the AuthorBecky Goldsmith and business partner Linda...

Many old workboats still exist today, though in this age of fiberglass they are an endangered species. To many, the skill and craftsmanship of the builders who made them will never be forgotten. There is a talent that borders on art in creating a wooden...

Illustrates hitherto mysterious methods of comic art using as examples such Mighty Marvel heroes as Thor, The Silver Surfer, Spider-Man, and The Hulk.Book InformationISBN 9780671530778Author LeeFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Simon &...

Relax. Refresh. Restart. Amid the commotion of everyday life, finding a few precious moments of "me time" can be challenging. With so many demands on our attention, knowing how to get the most out of our limited downtime is more important than ever. ...