Crafts & Hobbies

Patterning is fun, easy, relaxing and adds interest and texture to any design. Joanne Fink presents creative monogram and pattern techniques in Zenspirations, offering intriguing ideas for filling boarders, edges and spaces with creative flourishes. The...

This book invites kids to expand their imaginations more than ever before, with eight unique themes ranging from popular vehicles and practical projects, to imaginative fairytale fun and a thrilling spy mission. This time around, Sarah includes chapters...

Master the techniques you need to create stunning cake designs using wafer paper an exciting innovation in cake decorating. In this beautiful and unique book, leading wafer paper cake instructor Stevie Auble of boutique bakery Hey There, Cupcake!...

Drama games are not staged plays but a dynamic form in which children explore their minds and the world around them. They can use their play-acting in sensory games, pantomimes, story games with puppets, in creating masks and costumes, and much more...

Peter Dormer presents a series of lively, clearly argued discussions about the relevance of handicraft in a world whose aesthetics and design are largely determined by technology. One of the key questions discussed in the book is what makes the...

Handmade Tile is a contemporary guide for ceramic artists and anyone interested in custom tile installations-from making, designing, and decorating to designing your space and installation. No matter how many years of experience you have as a ceramic...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486239682Author Carol KrollFormat PaperbackPage Count 48Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams) 175gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486823485Author Marty NobleFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams) 220gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486494999Author Marty NobleFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Dover Children'sPublisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams) 225gDimensions(mm) 274mm *...

With hundreds of recipes for some of the most popular and enduring high-fire glazes, this reference will prove a boon to ceramists who want to master this complex and versatile aspect of the art. Author John Britt, who served as Clay Coordinator at the...

This new photo album is number 31 in the MMPBooks/Stratus "Camera On" series and is the first to cover such equipment as Luftwaffe search lights and range finding equipment the book contains 140+ photographs of equipment. The majority of the photos being...

'This is a joy of a book. I know nothing of sweaters and little of Iceland, and this book used pictures and words to open Iceland and its people for me, using Icelandic sweaters and knitting to do it.' - Neil Gaiman In Iceland there's a piece of...

Learn about the five different rug-making techniques - rug hooking, punch needle rugs, prodded rugs, braided rugs, and sewn rugs - and how to design and transfer your pattern, choose colors, fabrics, and materials, and even dye your supplies. A detailed...

Painting on canvas poses many exciting opportunities for the artist. Along with the immediacy, vibrancy and unpredictability of watercolours, it is a liberating and creative process. This practical book explains how to start painting with watercolours...

We are all makers. From brewing our morning coffee to folding a paper aeroplane, we find it satisfying to create something that didn t exist before. And it isn t just about the outcome. Making requires us to slow down and become absorbed in the process:...

Do you wish you could turn your home into a Scandinavian winter wonderland? Stars & Snowflakes offers amazing inspiration, with budget-friendly, seasonal activities for all levels of crafters.All you need is paper, scissors and glue, and with the...

Sustainability meets DIY in this instructive guide to garment embroidery from designer and fiber artist Alexandra StratkotterCombining comprehensive instruction with photography and illustrations, The Embroidered Closet guides novice and experienced...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780995673526Author Jonathan SmithFormat PaperbackPage Count 116Imprint Where2walk PublishingPublisher Where2walk Publishing

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781527211339Author Paul FettesFormat HardbackPage Count 224Imprint The Archie FoundationPublisher The Archie Foundation

Discover Beadwork magazine's most popular designs! Dreaming of creating your own wearable art? This gorgeous guide is a must-have for aspiring and experienced jewelry artists alike. Featuring projects for all skill levels, 50 Beaded Bracelets showcases...

If you love the Kawaii style but don't know where to start, this is the book for you! 10 Step Drawing: Kawaii will help you turn simple shapes into cute drawings in this popular style in just ten easy steps. Create over 50 different characters from a...

Paint, Make & Create showcases seasonal, multi-craft projects all woven together by painting. Designed for all abilities, the 20 engaging activities will guide you through the seasons and include working with clay, printing, collaging, sewing and...

Watercolours are the first choice for many painters, but few master the full potential of the medium. This book encourages you to be bold and colourful. Written by an internationally respected artist and teacher, it offers practical ways of working...

Simple Sewn Gifts Stitch 25 simple patchwork, sewing and applique designs that are quick to make and lovely to receive - perfect presents when you are short of time and feeling crafty! Every one of these gorgeous sewing projects is so simple to make...

The Best in Show series is an outstanding success. Sally Muir and Joanna Osborne are back with a collection of new patterns for farm animals. There is something here for everyone, with instructions for large farm favourites such as cows,...

The Best in Show series is an outstanding global success. Sally Muir and Joanna Osborne are back - this time with designs for 25 wild animals. There is something here for everyone, with instructions for knitting spots, stripes, fur, scales,...

An essential guide to sketchbooks and their complete record of the creative process. Sketchbooks are an essential part of the creative process for artists of all disciplines, ranging from textiles and jewellery to interior design, printmaking and...

Walking through London's busy streets, you would not imagine that the city boasts one of the world's most diverse manufacturing scenes. But throughout its 32 boroughs, people are making propellers, bicycles, ballet shoes, military uniforms, cardboard...

If you think of dolls houses as usually being period houses, it's time to think again! In this amazing compendium of miniature buildings, author Sarah Walkley looks at the many other styles of construction that are increasingly being created by...

"Insanely creepy, wildly entertaining and razor-sharp" Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl "I loved [Good Neighbours] so much, every word, every page, every painful surprise. I've been screaming the title to all who will listen." - Sarah Jessica...

40 simple French homestyle sewing, patchwork, applique and embroidery projects for you to make at home. Be inspired by classic French country chic with vintage lace, floral fabric and beautiful embellishments. Author Lise Meunier provides...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781648914676Author HowexpertFormat HardbackPage Count 222Imprint HowexpertPublisher HowexpertWeight(grams) 367gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 127mm * 16mm

Now an established classic on the subject, this new 2021 paperback edition of Hooked on Bass shows anglers how to catch bass, particularly the bigger fish, from the shore. With excellent photography and clear, detailed diagrams to help illustrate the...

The book is written in a casual, conversational style. It is easily accessible to those who have no prior knowledge in 3D printing, yet the book's message is solidly practical, technically accurate, and consumer-relevant. The chapters include...

Each title in the Easy Cross Stitch series provides a beautiful collection of designs to inspire and challenge beginning stitchers. These thematic resource books offer an easy-to-follow, full-colour chart and a colour key on every page. Full of vibrant...

The complete guide to pattern fitting and sewing your own knit clothes. Learn how to alter knit sewing patterns to achieve a perfect fit on everything from tight-fitting tops to casual knit pants. Fit for Knits also teaches you the best sewing techniques...

This is a ground breaking collection of 75 patterns using Brioche stitch. It is suitable for beginners. World-renowned brioche knitting expert Nancy Marchant takes this versatile stitch, which creates a luxurious, reversible ribbed fabric, to a new level...

Knitted Toys contains 14 new cute toy projects to knit for your kids and yourself. All techniques are explained with step-by-step photos with details for every level of knitter. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. Full-colour photos illustrate...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781454710738Author Jay RoederFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint Union Square & Co.Publisher Union Square & Co.Weight(grams) 839gDimensions(mm) 254mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781638078067Author Drew HillFormat PaperbackPage Count 168Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 499gDimensions(mm) 201mm * 201mm *...