Crafts & Hobbies

Get started on your crochet project, it’s never been easier! Designer Mariska Vos-Bolman (DIY Fluffies) has compiled a wealth of amigurumi knowledge and expertise in this book. Even if you're a crochet newbie, you'll be able to tackle all of these...

Every blot's an inspirationEvery line is freeUnlock your imaginationDraw what you seeHirameki - 'brainwave' or 'flash of inspiration' in Japanese - is where doodling and imagination come together. Simply put, it's the art of turning a random blot into...

Fed up of fast fashion and fancy making your own clothes? This is the ultimate guide to dressmaking for absolute beginners. As well as step-by-step instructions for all the basic dressmaking techniques, there are instructions for six garments to...

A SUNDAY TIMES DESIGN BOOK OF THE YEAR_________________________________________The definitive guide to using the power of colour to improve your happiness, wellbeing and confidence.What if I told you that all around you is something that can increase...

A complete guide to the stitches, techniques and finishing touches that every crocheter needs to know. Whether you are just learning to crochet, or you are seldom separated from your hook and yarn, there will always be times when you need instruction...

Create more than 100 adorable amigurumi animals while learning skills and techniques to stitch any crochet critter you can imagine. There's nothing more satisfying than creating something with your hands-especially when it's your own design and it's...

This charming book is full of wonderfully cute tiny animals, such as a dog, cat, camel, monkey and rabbit, that can be crocheted with small amounts of yarn in your stash - all you need is a crochet hook and some yarn. The animals can be used to hang on...

Simply everything you need to know to master the delicate art of crocheting.Even if you've never held a crochet hook before, this practise book will help you pick up basic crochet stitches. Soon enough, you'll be ready to show off your skills with...

Explore amigurumi , the Japanese art of crochet design, with 30 unique patterns. Whether a novice or an experienced crocheter, anyone can pick up a needle and complete these cuddly creations. Author and amigurumi guru Lauren Espy inspires crocheters...

MAKE YOURS A HYGGE HOME THIS CHRISTMAS - AS SEEN ON THIS MORNING!A gorgeous guide to the Danish art of creating a cosy, happy home from the internationally bestselling author, Meik Wiking.Our homes should be a place of comfort, a place to feel safe when...

A charming, gorgeously illustrated botanical encyclopedia for your favorite romantic, local witch, bride-to-be, or green-thumbed friend.Floriography is a full-color guide to the historical uses and secret meanings behind an impressive array of flowers...

All the bears in the book are based on the same, simple knitted bear, instructions for which are provided at the beginning of the book and are easy enough for even novice knitters to follow. There are 20 unique designs, including a hiking bear complete...

With 35 projects that you'll love to make and a helpful techniques section, this book will teach you all about sewing machines. Start out with Clothes and Accessories, where you can make a felt collar and cosy scarf, as well as a pretty skirt. Then try...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781789500486Author Arcturus Publishing LimitedFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint ArcturusPublisher Arcturus Publishing Ltd

Granny squares can be made by crocheters of all skill levels and used to create a variety of items. They are perfect for using up leftover yarn, can be found in stores from vintage to high street, and are featuring on runways worldwide. In this...

The BBC primetime series The Great British Sewing Bee, is back.Starting with the basics, from how to use a sewing machine and understand paper patterns, to knowing your fabrics and how to achieve that perfect finish - this is a go-to guide that you will...

This book features 24 whittling projects for the absolute beginner. Projects are quick to complete and can be made in a weekend. It comes with how-to photographs and step-by-step instructions from 12 leading woodcarvers. All you need to start whittling...

Tina Barrett shows us that 'natural' need not be bland with this range of funky and colourful crochet projects for babies and toddlers. These delightful chemical-free creations make use of beautiful yarns such as alpaca, soy silk, corn fibre, cotton,...

The time has come for a fresh, fun take on the classic granny square. Featuring 20 popular animals (including dogs, cats, bears, sheep, pigs, lions, turtles, ladybirds, sloths and more), this book has a 3D animal to suit every taste! Use different...

Crocheted Houseplants features 25 stylish projects to revive your home or office decor and create a lush indoor garden. Plants have the power to make any space feel more calm and peaceful. Now you can surround yourself in a green indoor oasis without...

Everyone has their favourite items of clothing that they love because they fit them perfectly and look great. This practical guide for home dressmakers explains how to remake your wardrobe favourites without having to unpick and ruin the originals. ...

Now with darker text (4th printing). Do you wish your knitting was better and that you had an expert knitter by your side to help you when it goes wrong? Then this is the book for you - it even has a special lay-flat binding so you can keep your hands...

Create one-of-a-kind striped modular blankets with this unique mix-and-match approach. Featuring 100 crochet strip patterns for modern striped blankets, this book opens up a world of design possibilities for crochet blankets, how you choose to combine...

The BBC1 primetime series, The Great British Sewing Bee, is set to return to the nation's screens in Spring 2024. The companion book to the tenth series of this flagship BBC1 show, The Great British Sewing Bee: Back to Basics, accompanies sewers at all...

The Unimat 3 was a well made and enormously popular lathe; when equipped with a range of accessories it is still an excellent machine for smaller modelling and experimental jobs; it will accomplish in miniature what many larger machines are capable of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781488933011Author Hinkler Pty LtdPage Count 32Imprint Hinkler BooksPublisher Hinkler Books

What do you get if you combine amigurumi-the Japanese art of crocheting small stuffed toys-with Pokemon? Only the best crochet book ever! Pokemon Crochet provides detailed step-by-step instructions so you can create 20 different Pokemon. It's a...

The exquisite Alice's Wonderland Quilt combines a variety of quilting techniques in one stunning sampler quilt, featuring 100 blocks. Using a variety of machine and hand-sewing techniques, this quilt will improve your sewing skills and be enjoyed as an...

'Fast to make, slow to ferment - how to fit baking nourishing, delicious and wholesome sourdough into everyday life' - Dr Michael Mosley'Britain's queen of sourdough.' - Telegraph'She's the real deal: a total inspiration.' - Diana Henry'Vanessa's work on...

The humble granny square gets a fresh new look in this collection of 100 3D granny square crochet patterns. Choose your favourite from 100 different designs including flowers, animals, food and drink, and motifs; whether it's a fragrant rose, a cherry...

Challenge yourself with word and number puzzles 200 brand new compelling and addictive word and number puzzles from The Times. Appearing daily in the newspaper, Codeword is the cracking alternative to Su Doku and Crosswords. The...

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Make your own collection of irresistibly cute knitted animals in soft, fleecy yarn. This gorgeous knitting book for knitters of all abilities by Sachiyo Ishii contains 20 lovely projects including a baby penguin, a koala bear, a guinea pig and a squirrel...

This handy reference guide is packed with over 100 lifesaving crochet tips and tricks that your grandmother might not have taught you from @theknottyboss. A collection of not-so-traditional crochet hacks meant to help troubleshoot many issues that...

Thread journals are a way of visually reflecting on life events and occasions over one year. Needlecrafters may choose to record events one day a time or one week at time, but whatever approach they adopt, this is a fun and visually appealing way of...

Award-winning artist Harriet de Winton shows you how to create contemporary watercolour artworks to treasure and share. Through more than 30 step-by-step projects, discover how to paint individual flowers and foliage, as well as beautiful botanical...

The only baby knitting book you'll ever need, Big Book of Baby Knits features a collection of 56 adorable projects that range in difficulty so there's something for everyone to accomplish, no matter your skill level! With clear instructions, full-size...

Go wild with this brand new collection of adorable knitted wild animal toys and their clothes and accessories by best-selling author Louise Crowther. After the success of Knitted Animal Friends, Louise has created knitting patterns for 12 new, wild...

OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE 'You will quickly amaze and delight yourself. Hands down the best and most life-enhancing thing I've done in lockdown' India Knight, Sunday Times Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain is the world's most widely...

Reknowned for her techniques for painting light on water, Jenny Aitken delivers perfect guidance to the intermediate artist on how to paint light in plein air and much more. Learn how to successfully paint scenes that that capture magical effects of...