Crafts & Hobbies

Andrea Tsang Jackson guides readers through transforming the beauty, allure, and power of natural stones into glittering complex patchwork quilts. Using her expert tips and tricks and her step-by-step process to master a plan for the colour work required...

Eight popular cross stitch designers have come together to bring readers the Cross Stitchers Countdown to Christmas. A ready resource of festive cross stitch motifs, each of the 25 chapters provide an inspirational way to create charming cards, beautiful...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781574216264Author Sherrill KahnFormat PaperbackPage Count 35Imprint Design OriginalsPublisher Design OriginalsWeight(grams) 195g

This book focuses on both the cartoon-like critters and funny mascots that populate the shoujo (girls') style of manga and the more gritty and Gothic animals that inhabit the shounen (boys') style of manga. The book is organised in three sections: Part 1...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780692715260Author Sherri Ann BaldyFormat PaperbackPage Count 106Imprint Sherri Baldy My-BestiesPublisher Sherri Baldy My-BestiesWeight(grams)...

The team behind Mollie Makes magazine have brought together all their favourite knit designers to share their tips, stories and beautiful projects. Knitting may seem complicated, but in fact there are just two stitches you need to learn. Once you have...

The techniques Natalie Bray pioneered and perfected revolutionised dress pattern designing, assisting the rise of the modern fashion industry. Her teaching has had a profound influence on design, production and education and her works are classics:...

Chain mail is one of the hottest jewellery trends out there; add beads and the style positively shines. Bestselling author and chain mail expert Dylon Whyte presents his time-tested, time-saving techniques with twenty-six breath-taking projects, ranging...

This book features 29 impressive garments to make from just two skeins of yarn. Two skeins of yarn is all it takes to create these gorgeously wearable accessories, created by bestselling knitwear author Iris Schreier and 15 featured designers. Ranging...

Travel to an exotic land with timeless designs inspired by Turkish Iznik tiles from the Ottoman Empire. Bursting with flora and organic symmetry, the book's exquisite fusible applique projects will take your breath away. Your journey begins with the...

Make San-X characters and their accessories out of yarn! Amigurumi are cute crocheted stuffed animals from Japan. Combine amigurumi with San-X and you get the most adorable crocheted characters! This book of patterns with full-color photographs shows you...

A high-energy mix for all who make and appreciate contemporary art quilts. With more than 650 photos, enjoy this journey through the art quilt collections that are held in five different museums across the United States. Each has a different focus, and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781984825902Author Chelsea ShukovFormat HardbackPage Count 128Imprint Clarkson PotterPublisher Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781497102057Author Jaeheon YunFormat PaperbackPage Count 36Imprint Fox Chapel PublishingPublisher Fox Chapel PublishingWeight(grams) 127gDimensions(mm)...

Create bracelets and earrings with silver wire (or paper clips). Just a few tools and wire in various gauges are all you need to make this stunning jewelry.About the AuthorDelores Frantz is a multi-talented craft designer. She has worked with Girl Scout...

Live a bright, fun, rainbow-filled life with Kawaii!The Japanese word Kawaii means lovable or adorable. Welcoming a little kawaii into your life is like opening the window and letting a sparkling sunbeam in. Whenever you feel a little low turn to this...

Intrigued by the stunning gradient yarns out there but unsure of what to knit with them? Perhaps you struggle with colour? Dive right in and knit with these eye-catching yarns with 10 unique lessons teaching skills such as cabling, lace, alternating...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780914881414Author Judith MontanoFormat PaperbackPage Count 146Imprint C & T PublishingPublisher C & T PublishingWeight(grams) 356g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486821481Author Sarah SloyerFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams) 360gDimensions(mm)...

A must-have reference for every woodworker's library, this well-illustrated book shows how to apply a hardwood edge and inlay to any curved tabletop. Learn how to use a simple and elegant system consisting of a set of large, offset template guides that...

Designed and outlined by Will Eisner before his death in 2005, this posthumous masterwork, the third and final book in the Will Eisner Instructional Series, finally reveals the secrets of Eisner's own techniques and theories of movement, body mechanics,...

Each of these six slippers begins with the magic ring technique. This technique creates a tightly closed centre when you're crocheting in the round, so there's no need to worry about your toes poking through your slippers! Instructions are included for...

Create your own stunning flowers from paper with these 35 step-by-step projects Decorate your home using techniques such as simple origami, layered decoupage, papier mache and quilling. Using everyday giftwrap, colourful pages torn from glossy...

Sea glass-shards of old glass that have been shaped and polished by the waves-can be found in a wide array of colors and can be simply collected or made into gorgeous jewelry. Seeking Sea Glass will open up a new world for those on the hunt for these...

Looking for a quick crochet fix? Crochet in a Day has 42 sure-to-please patterns that can all be started and finished in a day or less. From wearables like cowls, hats, slippers, and even a poncho, to home items like place mats, dish cloths, and baskets,...

Japanese origami expert Hisao Fukui shows you how to create incredibly realistic paper birds and flying insects, a winged dinosaur and even an undulating Chinese dragon!The easy-to-follow folding instructions and photos in this book present 24...

Learn to make the decorative braids used in the sling-making traditions of Peru and Bolivia; this detailed guide, including 400+ step-by-step photos plus hundreds of diagrams, teaches the technique and over 100 designs for weavers, craftspeople, jewelry...

Alabama Studio Sewing + Design is a follow up to Alabama Stitch book and Alabama Studio Style by Natalie Chanin. In this invaluable reference, Chanin presents all of the stenciling and hand-stitching techniques her company uses to create an award-winning...

Capture the magic of Christmas with darling amigurumi These adorable crocheted characters and their miniature accessories tell the heartwarming classic story of " 'Twas the Night Before Christmas." Easy-to-follow instructions will teach you to make a...

Wood is one of the oldest known natural resources, and its universal appeal remains timeless. As every woodworker will testify, to work with this material is to appreciate its amazing versatility. This practical book demonstrates the basic techniques of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781683561620Author Paula BarnesFormat PaperbackPage Count 80Imprint Martingale & CompanyPublisher Martingale & CompanyWeight(grams) 1270gDimensions(mm)...

Reborning Dolls & Doll Kits - Facial Features Application & Techniques Learn to apply realistic and natural facial features to your Just born and Newborn Reborn doll or doll Kit. Topics include: All about the Eyes: Removal, Insertion, Positions,...

Filled with photographs of adorable sparkly animals and easy-to-follow instructions, Sparkling Crochet is your guide to creating your very own super cute amigurumi characters. Inside, crafters of all levels will learn to make dogs, birds, bugs, bears,...

With detailed instructions, templates, and colorful photography, this book shows how to craft fifty-five paper jewelry projects. Colorful and graphic designs range from necklaces, brooches, earrings, and bracelets to hair accessories. Learn how to find...

Handmade textiles are personal, no matter where in the world they're created, and these photos and explanations of 25 diverse world cultures' techniques vividly share the details. Take a voyage through these pages and see how today's artisans continue to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780963651761Author Frances GrimbleFormat PaperbackPage Count 2Imprint Lavolta PressPublisher Lavolta PressWeight(grams) 1297gDimensions(mm) 277mm * 210mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781934287095Author Aranzi AronzoFormat PaperbackPage Count 80Imprint Vertical Inc.Publisher Vertical Inc.Weight(grams) 306g

This title is packed with vivid and creative garment designs for men, women and children, using the traditional and colorful Fair Isle knitting technique. Each project and technique is accompanied by clear and precise instructions, full-color charts and...

Discover the fun of shibori and the beauty of indigo dyeing in one book!This book presents a new spin on the beloved Japanese art of Shibori resist tie-dying using 100% natural indigo dyes and simple techniques that you can do at home.Add artistic...

An abundance of step-by-step fiber art projects to bring Scandinavian style to life in your home. This adventure meets the needs of two passionate audiences: fiber artists and Nordic craft enthusiasts. By exploring the cultures and traditions behind the...