Crafts & Hobbies

Crafters of all ages can transform simple balls and coils of modeling clay into adorable miniature animals. Full-color illustrations and step-by-step directions for 24 projects include a sloth, flamingo, narwhal, llama, elephant, unicorn, koala, and...

50 Fabric Animals presents a cute collection of 50 animal-themed fabric projects to make for you and your home, or as the perfect gift for friends, family and children. The projects include teddy bears, rabbits, birds, sheep, cows, pigs, fish, mice and...

Step into the tiny world of modern miniatures with this collection of tutorials for 50 modern dollhouse furnishing makes. Create your fantasy interior on a tiny scale with these step-by-step instructions for contemporary dollhouse projects including...

Learn to improve your crochet techniques, working your way up from beginner projects through to more challenging later patterns. Each animal uses only basic stitches and there's step-by-step instructions that mean this is the perfect book to learn to...

Make a flying start with Colorful Crochet Birds! Designer Ilaria Caliri has designed a friendly bunch of different species. Make a flamingo, puffin, hoopoe, toucan and more. With a wide variety of birds, ranging from exotic species to birds you find in...

Take a fitting masterclass from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee. From adjusting patterns to altering ready-made garments, learn how to personalise your makes to suit your style with this go-to guide. Starting with the basics, learn how to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781737975007Author Emily TaylorFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint Collage QuilterPublisher Collage QuilterWeight(grams) 354gDimensions(mm) 279mm * 216mm...

The exciting follow-up to the bestselling Harry Potter Knitting Magic, this volume offers 28 new and official patterns for knits ranging from spellbinding stuffed toys to cosy Hogwarts house apparel to all-new costume replicas - including...

Featuring a 64-page book, plus 250 sheets of origami paper, try this collection of 15 origami models designed for mindfulness practice. The therapeutic effects of origami are well known in Japan and by focusing on the experience of creating beautiful...

The popular craft of quilling is given a stylish and contemporary update in this fabulous book by Turkish paper artist, Sena Runa. Inside there are 20 stunning projects to make and then display. Beautifully stylised and with a clever use of colour to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781892694447Author Leslie McDevittFormat PaperbackImprint First Stone PublishingPublisher Corpus Publishing Limited

The techniques of metal colouring, bronzing and patination are assuming a new importance in contemporary fine metalwork and design. Richard Hughes and Michael Rowe have assembled and tested the recipes included in this book, which is the most...

With 26 projects, From Seed to Bloom is a modern and practical guide to growing and styling your own floral arrangements.Starting by tackling the principles of floristry from seed to bloom, Milli takes you through the seasons and explores the top plants...

Learn even more paint pouring techniques with The Art of Paint Pouring: Swipe, Swirl & Spin. In The Art of Paint Pouring, you learned the basics of creating fluid art-from the essential tools and materials to the most popular techniques. Now with The Art...

A collection of boro-inspired projects and techniques which celebrates this traditional Japanese textile and its relevance to the modern sewer and quilter. Learn about the history of boro and how it is being revived for a new audience using...

Dogs can be a pleasure to draw, whether they are dignified, elegant, cute or scruffy. Suzie Hodges shows you how to capture the character of a great selection of popular dog breeds. This delightful introduction to drawing dogs completely demystifies...

Woolly Wormhead presents the first-ever guide to short-row colourwork knitting with clear step-by-step instruction, a stitch dictionary, and patterns for accessories that utilise this stunning technique. Using short-rows to create colourful patterns is...

A comprehensive guide to more than 30 circular weaving techniques perfect for crafting unique and modern home decor. Artist and educator Emily Nicolaides demonstrates the wonderful possibilities of contemporary circular weaving in this one-of-a-kind...

With this pocket-sized guidebook and a trusty Swiss Army Knife, readers will be ready to whittle wherever they go. World-famous whittler Chris Lubkemann shows how to carve 43 useful and whimsical objects using nothing more than a stick and an Original...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781633227712Author Walter FosterFormat PaperbackPage Count 40Imprint Walter Foster PublishingPublisher Walter Foster Publishing

Choose your favorite crochet hook, wave it around with a flourish and say the magic words with me: 'Unicorns, Dragons and More Fantasy Amigurumi 1, 2 ... 3'! That's right, the most enchanting amigurumi series continues in this third bedazzling book. ...

Historic, classic, creative and fun, leather crafting is a craft for all ages. Whether you are just a beginner looking to get started or an experienced leather artist in need of a concise reference, Get Started in Leather Crafting is your guide to an...

Dive into a wonderfully vibrant world of intense tones in this kaleidoscopic colour by numbers challenge. The easy-to-use number system is perfect for beginners, who can complete each image with paints, pens or pencils and reveal an astoundingly vibrant...

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...

Create unique i-cord words and shapes with this modern guide to French knitting! French knitting, also sometimes called spool knitting or i-cord knitting, has been around for centuries. The technique traditionally involves knitting with a handheld...

PEPIN gift and creative paper books all contain 4 pages of introduction and 12 large sheets of very high-quality wrapping paper. They can easily be removed from the books by tearing them along a perforated line. The sheets are folded to fit into the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780900586002Format PaperbackPage Count 124Imprint Peco Publications & Publicity LtdPublisher Peco Publications & Publicity LtdWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486250571Author Jerome E. LeavittFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

A collection of vintage-inspired floral transfer designs to embroider, love and cherish. A beautiful package demonstrating inspirational stitched embroideries from popular textile artist Tilly Rose, together with over 25 reusable transfer designs for you...

From the authors of Needle Felting for Beginners, awarded BEST CRAFT BOOK in The Craft Business Awards 2021. The Woolly Felters - Roz Dace and Judy Balchin - bring you another fun-packed needle felting book, this time with dolls that are vibrant,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789491643446Author Yan SchenkelFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Meteoor BooksPublisher Meteoor BooksWeight(grams) 210g

The focus of this comprehensive and inspiring book is its 14 quilt-as-you-go techniques. Choose from a variety of hand- and machine-sewn styles including stitch-and-flip, envelope-style, lined circles, Suffolk puffs and cathedral windows. Each...

The Kew Book of Drawing Flowers is a step-by-step guide to drawing flowers by botanical illustrator Bianca Giarola. As a self-taught artist, this book collects everything Bianca wished she knew when she first started drawing flowers, encouraging...

Design your own crazy critters with this amazing book of mix-and-match crochet patterns. Choose the body parts that take your fancy from our extensive selection and use your favourite colours. Add stripes, spots or scales, and then turn to the sew-on...

New York Times bestseller When The Kinfolk Table was published in 2013, it transformed the way readers across the globe thought about small gatherings. In this much-anticipated follow-up, Kinfolk founder Nathan Williams showcases how embracing that same...

This charming book contains 25 characterful little birds to crochet in amigurumi style! These cute and colourful tiny birds, including a peacock, swan, owl, toucan, penguin, flamingo and even a mini egg, can be crocheted with small amounts of yarn and...

Accompany woodsman Ben Law as he celebrates the amazing diversity of craft products made from materials sourced directly from the woods. Including brooms, rakes, pegs, spoons, chairs, baskets, fencing, yurts and even a caravan, the items are hewn from...

Find happiness in the natural world, be fully present where you are and free yourself from the expectations of others. Embrace a more peaceful life with cottagecore - a soft, fairytale world that combines traditional...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486834924Author Gerry GiovincoFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

An essential little book - perfect for the pocket or art bag - covering all practical aspects of sketching and drawing. Sketching is a skill that every artist needs to master and this handy book shows you how in a very clear and simple way. ...