Crafts & Hobbies

You will be amazed by what you can create with polymer and air-dry clay. These affordable, easy-to-find clays present endless possibilities for artisan-quality home decor and gifts. Francesca Stone, creator of the decor blog Fall For DIY, presents simple...

Escape to the ocean with this new collection of minis from Kerry Lord and her Edward's Menagerie animals. This is one of the new gift series from TOFT (Kerry's yarn company), which contains four books, each with 25 crochet patterns on a different theme:...

Master 15 Key Stitches for Incredible Embroidered Art Making beautiful embroidered designs is easy with this invaluable guide-you won't believe what you can create with just 15 stitches! Embroidery expert Dhara Shah provides you with simple-to-follow...

The HST is a workhorse block unit that can be used to make beautiful, timeless quilts. This book shows you the multiple methods for making them (from the slow to the speedy) and combines HSTs with other pieced blocks that complement the triangle blocks...

Step into the world of Anita Catita and prepare to be charmed by the array of beautiful toy patterns to sew. Choose from gorgeous dolls, including rag dolls, ballerinas, pirates, kokeshi and fairies, and adorable animals including cats, rabbits, ducks,...

Craft is at the very heart of British identity, from stained-glass windows in country churches to the Enid Blyton charm of thatched houses; from Harris Tweed (R) (famously poached by Coco Chanel) to the ceremonial livery worn by horses at Buckingham...

Discover knitting like you've never known it before with DK's A Little Course in Knitting. Want to learn how to knit this New Year but don't know where to begin? No worries, we've got you covered!DK brings you a practical pocket knitting handbook...

Beanies are a must-have for any season. Whether sporty, glamorous, trendy or funky there's a style here to suit everyone. The best thing about crocheted beanies is their versatility and that is why they are so much fun to design and create. There are...

Capturing Light is a must for artists who wish to investigate the subtle qualities of light with an emphasis on creating dramatic, imaginative landscapes. Loving the fluidity of watercolours, Catherine has developed a painting technique by...

Learn to create your own fabulous and one-of-a-kind wardrobe with Savannah Price's Retro Crochet Style. This book will show you, step by step, how to make the perfect sweater, skirt, pants or dress, all of which can be customised to fit every body shape...

Dear Reader,One dark and stormy night, I found some strange scattered pages abandoned in a park...I collected and assembled them, trying to solve the mystery of this unexpected discovery, and I am now passing the task on to you.Your mission is to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781941815199Author KinfolkFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint KinfolkPublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 623g

Home is where the heart is, so what could be more rewarding and enjoyable than stitching up these projects to decorate your home? Patterns are suitable for both beginner and advanced cross stitchers. There are many pretty, bright, and modern projects...

The Japanese Art of Flower ArrangingIkebana, or Japanese flower arranging, is more than just putting flowers in a container. Ikebana is a disciplined art form in which the arrangement is a living thing, where nature and humanity are brought together...

Mending Matters explores sewing on two levels. First, it includes more than 20 hands-on projects that showcase current trends in visible mending that are edgy, modern, and bold-but draw on traditional stitching. It does all this through just four very...

This treasure trove for the modern knitter presents 150 new and innovative cable stitch patterns (ranging from basic to complex) and offers an enlightening guide on how cables are engineered and how knitters can design their own. Teacher, author and...

Born from fire and forge, Blacksmith is an exploration into the life and practices of the modern smith, and the history and folklore of this ancient art.Alex Pole guides the uninitiated on a journey from apprentice to master. Celebrating tools and...

Jam-packed with hands-on, practical advice, and with gorgeous projects to practise the skills you learn, Debbie will teach you everything you need to know about quilting. Whether you are at the start of your sewing journey or are already an...

You will love this collection of knitted dolls and their simply stunning outfits and accessories. Choose from Faye with her cute bunny ear beanie and boots or Naomi with her Fair Isle dress and Mary Jane shoes. All the dolls can be adapted so you can...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789491643248Author Amigurumipatterns NetFormat PaperbackPage Count 120Imprint Meteoor BVBAPublisher Meteoor BVBAWeight(grams) 408gDimensions(mm) 229mm *...

Packed with joyful and educational art experiences for kids, Play, Make, Create offers fun and engaging imaginative activities focused on the fun and reward of creating, not just producing a final project. Founded in a process-based philosophy, this...

The path of a modern witch is filled with learning and discovery, gathering knowledge that is recorded in the Grimoire - a Witch's personal journal of their craft. A grimoire is a magickal encyclopaedia, a living document and extension of the witch...

While the LEGO company's official line of trains is one of their most popular themes, official sets can be limiting-and expensive. Many model railroad fans want to build custom creations without the confines of official LEGO sets. For these serious fans,...

Master the art of green woodworking with key techniques and inspiring projects.Looking for a simpler and more natural way of working with wood? Then look no further than William Wall's Wood Craft. Learn how to make inspiring designs within beautiful...

Explore the fascinating world of weaving, scrunching, tucking and pleating; be guided through the tactile delights of fabric manipulation. Discover the simplicity of the techniques and explore the diversity, as you create a unique masterpiece from the...

It doesn't have to be a challenge to find well-constructed knitting patterns for your body type anymore. Plus Size Knits contains 25 stylish and sophisticated patterns, from pullover sweaters to cozy cardigans and more. Specifically designed for plus...

This book is filled with cute, easy knits with a vintage feel. There are knitting patterns for seven different adorable animal toys - a rabbit, a kitten, a mouse, a puppy, a panda, a teddy and a monkey, each approx. 8 inches (20cm) high, and all easy and...

If you have never drawn before you will love the simple approach to drawing flowers in this easy-to-follow book. Janet Whittle includes a great range of flowers, including poppies, fuchsias, geraniums, tulips, water lilies, sunflowers, daffodils and...

.Welcome to the Mini Kingdom! Designer Olka Novytska (AradiyaToys) shares her passion for amigurumi with 36 themed Minis. The King and Queen are throwing a big crochet feast. The Drummer announces the event to the whole land. The Astronomer knew...

Create special Christmas memories by making these cards, decorations, garlands and cosy gifts with a Scandinavian flavour. Christiane Bellstedt Myers has developed a beautiful collection of Christmas essentials using natural materials and traditional...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781912918706Author April MaddenFormat HardbackPage Count 136Imprint Sona BooksPublisher Danann Media Publishing LimitedWeight(grams) 658gDimensions(mm)...

Modern life isn't just stressful, it can be overwhelming. With expert support from Mind, these short, simple techniques will help you take a moment and find calm wherever you are and whenever you need it.Developed in partnership with Mind, the mental...

Calming to the soul and good for us all, spending time outdoors offers us precious breathing space away from the stresses and strains of modern life. This inspirational guide celebrates the life enhancing effect of nature and encourages you to try the...

The practical, indispensible, inspirational guide that every embroiderer needs. Compact enough to travel alongside your needles and threads, this is also a sumptuous visual guide to needlecraft, allowing you to embroider whatever you want, wherever you...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781915343314Author Michael O'NeillFormat HardbackPage Count 144Imprint Sona BooksPublisher Danann Media Publishing LimitedWeight(grams) 748gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9784865051261Author trikotriFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Nippan IPSPublisher Nippan IPS

Celtic Art is the only indigenous British art form of world significance and this book is a graphically eloquent plea for the establishment of this great national art to its rightful place in schools and colleges where the history of ornament is being...

Woodworking is a useful and enjoyable skill that anyone can learn. If you've ever wished you knew how to make things out of wood, this book is the perfect place to start. You'll be amazed at how simple it is to build fun and practical wooden items as you...

These crocheted animals may be wild but they are very well-dressed. The ten adorable crocheted chums have enviable wardrobes to mix and match. The five pairs of animals - pandas, lions, zebras, elephants and monkeys - all have distinctive personalities...

Knit 20 tiny, adorable safari animals! Choose from a herd of safari favourites, including lions, tigers and zebras, as well as cheeky monkeys, colourful parrots and stately elephants. The sizes range between 3 and 12cm (1.25 and 4.75in), so these...