Crafts & Hobbies

AS SEEN ON CHANNEL 4'S HIT TV SERIES ESCAPE TO THE CHATEAU 'The Vintage Tea Party helps you plan not only stunning recipes for all sorts of delicious treats but also gives you countless styling tips for the perfect occasion.' - Glamour (SA)'Bring out...

A woodland craftsman's workshop should bring immense pleasure, whether it be a simple tarpaulin shelter deep in the woods or a purpose-built haven to shelter from the elements. The tools and devices that furnish it are unique to woodland work and have...

Traditional mortars are eminently workable, effectively porous, economic in use and appropriately durable. Used in buildings for thousands of years, these materials are ideal for repair and conservation work. Unlike cement or modern hydraulic lime,...

Named a Best Interior Design Book of 2020 by Food52 "A modern take on a centuries-old art that's breathtakingly simple."-Booklist, starred review At its heart, the Japanese art of ikebana is about celebrating an intimate connection with nature. To...

Fanny Zedenius gives this addictive craft a refreshing twist as she takes you through all the essentials, from everything you need to know to get started through to inspiration on how best to display your makes.The 21 projects in Macrame include...

A gorgeous guide to foraging, pressing and using seaweeds for a wealth of home creative projects. Both aspirational and inspirational, this guide to bringing the outdoors inside is quite unlike anything on the market and will inspire all readers to begin...

Faith Flowers is a guide to arranging flowers in places of worship. The book starts with the fundamentals of flower arranging and works up to advanced designs for festivals. Step-by-step instructions and photographs clearly show how to create many...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780834815162Author Kiyosi SeikeFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Weatherhill IncPublisher Shambhala Publications IncWeight(grams) 437gDimensions(mm)...

Craftivism is a term coined by Betsy Greer, referring to the raising of social consciousness through the medium of craft. The Craftivist Collective is at the forefront of this movement. Their mini cross-stitched banners and tiny urban installations touch...

This comprehensive guide to pop-up design and paper mechanics is a delightful introduction to the intriguing aspects of a fascinating craft. This new and accessible approach to pop-up theory and practice distills the numerous mechanisms into a logical...

In this fun and practical introduction to patchwork and quilting, well-known TV personality Sarah Payne leads you through a series of techniques to build up your skills. Each chapter includes a number of different-sized step-by-step projects,...

Crochet your own shawls, wraps, capelets and more from this collection of stylish patterns Shawls are a simple yet colourful way to liven up your wardrobe - they are comforting and cosy, but they can also be stylish and delicate. Modern Crocheted...

When the Allied armies landed on the Normandy beaches on 6 June 1944 the backbone of the armoured reaction force awaiting them was made up of 758 Pzkpfw IV tanks, a number which represents almost half the fully-tracked vehicles available for the defence...

Ahead of the Curve is the first sewing book to empower curvy and plus size women to feel body confident by sewing a wardrobe that fits.Don't change your body to fit your clothes - change your clothes to fit your body!Ahead of the Curve includes 5 basic...

The Tilda Characters Collection: Create 40 lovable sewn Tilda characters with this charming collection of four beautiful hardback sewing books. Includes four titles presented in a stylish slipcase Birds, Bunnies, Angels and Tilda Dolls ...

This beautifully illustrated and very popular book covers the commonly used knots & splices. In colour, it clearly illustrates how to tie each knot through the use of clear, sequential diagrams and a step by step approach. It covers the ten knots which...

Knit this charming collection of cuddly stuffed animal toys by best-selling author, Louise Crowther. This is a curated collection of previously published knitting patterns from Louise's two animal toys titles: Knitted Animal Friends and Knitted Wild...

For debonair gentlemen who eschew denim in favour of tweed, and feel that grooming and gallantry should not be consigned to history, this book will prove extremely diverting. Featuring a cornucopia of elegant garments and accessories to sew, this...

Stitch will offer contemporary designs and creative projects for the modern maker with a discernible eye for aesthetics, with a focus on customisable makes, stunning fabric inspiration, easy-to-follow instructions and beautifully graphic photography.The...

The collection includes sewing projects suitable for experienced crafters and newcomers alike. The bags range from bright and cheery beach bags and functional yet styling shoppers to classic evening clutches and stylish wrist bags. Every project is...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780730384700Author Denise SutherlandFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint For DummiesPublisher John Wiley & Sons Australia LtdWeight(grams)...

In late 19th century, Cornwall hand-knitting was a vital cottage industry and coastal villages developed their own distinctive patterns and names for the traditional navy blue guernsey or knit-frock. Contract-knitting - the occupation of many Cornish...

This is an inspirational compilation of projects and plans from "Furniture and Cabinetmaking" magazine, offering practical guidance, refreshing and innovative approaches and tricks of the trade. It includes 30 varied projects that range from a simple...

"The Judith Blacklock Encyclopedia of Flower Design" is the essential 'how to' manual for everyone interested in flowers and floral art. Whether flowers are a passion, a pleasure or a business, this book is essential reading. Covering classic,...

Unlike many crafts, needle felting is very forgiving to beginners, so there's no excuse not to give it a shot. No matter how much experience you have in crafts or how creative you think you are, needle felting offers endless possibilities. As if by...

If you are looking for a crochet book of many lovely yarn friends, this book is made for you. There are 16 designs and each one has its unique personality with adaptable accessories. Crafters will not only meet cute animals like koala, bunny, panda,...

Both a pattern book and a reference book, The Knitter's Handy Book Of Sweater Patterns has been created for knitters who want standard sweater patterns in a variety of sizes and gauges, as well as those who want a template from which to develop their own...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486404820Author Pat EarnshawFormat PaperbackPage Count 240Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

In 365 Days of Feel-good Art, Lorna Scobie explores art-based tasks which will help to boost your overall confidence, wellbeing and happiness.Full of tips that will encourage you to nurture your creativity, 365 Days of Feel-good Art teaches readers of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781950934140Author David PicciutoFormat PaperbackPage Count 120Imprint Cedar Lane PressPublisher Cedar Lane Press

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781906487423Author Kim HargreavesFormat PaperbackPage Count 65Imprint Kim HargreavesPublisher Kim Hargreaves

Boys love to be knitted for too! With the designs in this book, you will have fun creating stylish knits that the boys in your life will be excited to wear. 27 patterns for sweaters, tops, vests, hoodies, mittens, hats, and more that boys will want to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780954829612Author Claire E. BojczukFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Pottage PublishingPublisher Pottage PublishingWeight(grams) 130gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781604684674Author Susan DunlopFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Martingale & CompanyPublisher Martingale & CompanyWeight(grams) 363gDimensions(mm) 269mm...

The ultimate, exhaustive stitch dictionary for specialist Hardanger embroiderers! Hardanger embroidery is renowned for its intricate cutwork, and now you can explore the vast array of stitches that bring this art form to life. Introducing the most...

Whether you have already tried your hand at bookbinding or are a complete beginner, Rachel's knowledge and passion will inspire you to explore the many possibilities of bookart.After explaining the tools and materials needed, Rachel takes you through...

Get the pocket guide to embroidery that everyone's talking about - a 64 - page mini book perfect to take on the go! With over 30 essential embroidery stitches, this all-in-one-reference is ideal for hand stitchers, crazy quilters and freeform...

This comprehensive guide to embroidery stitches contains all the embroiderer needs to know to work dozens of stitches, and includes full advice on everything from choosing materials, beginning and ending a thread and using hoops to working as a...

Creative growth is a journey and there's much fun to be had in the ride-the unknowing of what could happen next, whether it's on paper or a canvas or with a publishing/licensing company. Author Kim Anderson encourages the reader to be excited about the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781732888821Author Catherine V HolmesFormat HardbackPage Count 240Imprint Library Tales PublishingPublisher Library Tales PublishingWeight(grams)...