Crafts & Hobbies

Embrace the spirit of springIn this book, you'll find easy, accessible ways to make your Easter eggcellent and create lasting, fuss-free memories with friends and family.Packed with simple recipes, creative child-friendly activities, crafts and styling...

The ultimate Japanese knitting and crochet stitch bible-now available for English-speaking crafters!1000 Japanese Knitting & Crochet Stitches is a treasure trove of needlecraft patterns and motifs for experienced knitters and crocheters seeking to create...

Discover the world of punch needle embroidery with this modern take on a traditional craft. It's easy to master as you're guided by clear step-by-step instructions, patterns and beautiful photography. Faustine and Cathy will teach you all you need to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9783899559811Author GestaltenFormat HardbackPage Count 288Imprint gestaltenPublisher Die Gestalten Verlag

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,...

Artists & Illustrators magazine's Book of the Month Taking inspiration from iconic paintings in the Tate collection, discover the techniques of the masters and improve your own painting skills with 30 guided projects. As you work through the exercises,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780711038134Author Tim ShackletonFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Ian Allan PublishingPublisher Crecy Publishing

Learn how to craft breathtaking fairy homes exclusively from elements found in nature, step by step, from master fairy house architect Sally J. Smith-photos of her creations provide abundant inspiration.Imagine a fairy home that has dragonfly wings as...

Sashiko: the needlework form of both decorative and functional embroidery developed in Japan many centuries ago.With just four key materials needed-needle, thread, thimble and fabric-Sashiko stitches have long been a favorite for quilting and embroidery...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781800352681Author Simon LilleyFormat HardbackPage Count 240Imprint Crecy PublishingPublisher Crecy Publishing

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781678131760Author Agnese IskrovaFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Lulu Press IncPublisher Lulu Press Inc

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781734314106Author Lori ReaFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint Lorian ReaPublisher Lorian ReaWeight(grams) 295gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 203mm * 7mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781999710767Author Rachel HenryFormat PaperbackPage Count 174Imprint Sphinx HousePublisher Sphinx HouseWeight(grams) 209gDimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 9mm

This practical book explains how to capture the character of various species of bird, without getting caught up in the detail. It celebrates everything that watercolour can offer as a medium when painting these fascinating creatures. It is not a field...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781907359910Author Dawn CaseyFormat PaperbackPage Count 336Imprint Hawthorn PressPublisher Hawthorn PressWeight(grams) 1065gDimensions(mm) 250mm * 200mm *...

The ‘ShipCraft’ series provides in-depth information about building and modifying model kits of famous warship types. Lavishly illustrated, each book takes the modeller through a brief history of the subject, highlighting differences between ships and...

'I enjoyed reading this more than the real dictionary. Turns out there's an actual name for that little piece with a handle on it and the medium-sized circle-y one!' HAMISH BLAKEWelcome to the most comprehensive A-Z of creative builds and insider tips...

Norman Ackroyd CBE RA has spent over four decades recording the coastal landscapes of the British archipelago. All his watercolours and many of his etchings are executed en plein air, mainly from chartered boats chosen for their skippers' local knowledge...

Create bespoke garments that fit and flatter! In this comprehensive, informative book, Helen explains how to create beautiful, customized dresses for every shape and size. Choose the exact size that fits and flatters you from a bespoke sizing chart...

This beautiful, practical guide to creating and embellishing embroidered boxes is written by Heather Lewis, a tutor with the Royal School of Needlework. It contains a history of the embroidered box, from the seventeenth century to the present day, and...

When the stresses of modern life get too much, what could be better than gathering a few simple tools, heading into the woods and literally whittling away a few hours? The gentle art of whittling is a relaxing and absorbing hobby that can be enjoyed...

Transcendent eco-luxe arrangements and installations created by famed floral designer Louesa Roebuck from seasonal flora foraged from the West Coast From acclaimed artist, author, and floral designer Louesa Roebuck, Punk Ikebana presents breathtaking...

Frame it, wear it, look awesome. Stitch a multitude of embroidery designs - all within a cute and tiny mini hoop! Following the simple instructions inside, learn how to create over 60 tiny masterpieces in a wide range of styles by original mini...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781473327917Author C J MaynardFormat PaperbackPage Count 134Imprint Read Country BooksPublisher Read Country BooksWeight(grams) 177gDimensions(mm) 216mm *...

Use Scraps, Sew Blocks, Make 100 Quilts is the new book from the Sewing Bee's quilting supremo Stuart Hillard. Featuring 100 block patterns and 100 fabulous quilt designs, this book enables readers to sew a fantastic collection of scrap quilts.Every...

From a brand-new picture book duo, this is a striking and unique story perfect for little people interested in climate awareness and looking after nature. McDarkly lives quietly all on his own, growing orchids in his dank swamp, until one day his peace...

The ultimate guide to family woodland fun!Forest School is founded on a philosophy of nature-based play encouraging children to develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning experiences in a natural environment. This book will get your...

Weekend Makes: Embroidery with Buttons is a delightful collection of 25 colourful embroidery projects which use buttons in an innovative and creative way. Embroidery is an ancient craft that has been enjoyed and practiced for centuries, providing...

Readers use the wooden stylus that comes with the book to trace illustrations of adorable baby animals, scratching off the magic ink to reveal rainbow swirls or sparkly foil underneath. Cute Baby Animals contains 20 of these magic scratch-off pages along...

Goldwork must be the most dramatic of the embroidered arts. The smallest addition of metal thread to a piece of embroidery can lend immediate visual impact, and yet the technique can also be beautifully subtle. A design stitched in goldwork will be...

Now in a convenient paperback edition, this is a bag-making series with a difference: 15 stylish occasion bag designs, two handy plastic templates and endless variations! Focusing on occasion bags, this beautifully presented, 96-page book...

How to Embroider Almost Everything is an inspiring, fun, and sophisticated collection of 500+ stitch motifs from embroidery designer Wendi Gratz that offers a fresh new take on embroidery.Get a detailed checklist of everything you'll need to embark on...

This beautiful full-colour book covers knots, splices and whippings. It begins with the ten knots everyone should know. The other knots are grouped by use so that if, for example, you want to make a loop you have eight knots to choose from. Each stage of...

Eliminate stress and feel calm again with The Little Book of More Calm Colouring, a perfectly formed antidote to a busy life.From David Sinden and Victoria Kay, the creators of the bestselling The Little Book of Calm Colouring, this pocket-sized book is...

Discover how glass shards are upcycled and recycled into beautiful sea glass and how to hunt for and find it for yourself. This definitive reference for beachcombers is also a beautiful addition to any coffee table. Surveys the history of glass...

Formed in 1918, the Royal Air Force is the oldest independent air force in the world. This long history has seen operations conducted across a variety of terrains in vastly different aircraft, from biplanes to bombers, from jet to delta wing, through to...

Get your knitting off to a flying start with 8 simple projects and multiple techniques. In this complete course, knitting expert Lynne Rowe covers everything you need to get started: essential tools and materials, how to hold your needles, make your...

The ultimate Cricut how-to book that covers everything you need to know to purchase a Cricut and use it like a pro!Are you new to Cricut crafting? Returning after a hiatus and desperate for a refresher? Perhaps you're an old pro looking for brand-new...

This study analyzes the folkloric genres that comprise the repertoire of the marionette theater in Sicily. Here, epic, farce, saints' lives, bandits' lives, fairytales, Christian myth, and city legend offer the vehicles by which puppeteers comment...

A super-stylish new handbook from Merchant & Mills containing all the answers to sewing's most frequently asked questions. Providing an overview on the art of sewing, this handy volume is packed with information on the tools and materials you...