Fiber Arts & Textiles

Create the crochet wardrobe of your dreams with this collection of classic pieces that are effortlessly stylish. Janine Myska, the designer behind Knits 'N Knots, has created 20 gorgeous, brand-new sweater patterns that focus on style, fit and comfort,...

The art of needle felting dogs can produce amazingly hyper-realistic - almost taxidermic - results, and with a little know-how, some needles and wool, and a few inexpensive accessories, you can also needle felt like a professional. If you have ever...

Wrap up in style, the Northern way.In Knitting from the North, Hilary Grant - who lives in Orkney, at the very north of Scotland, closer to Norway than London - has translated her most popular patterns from her luxury Scottish knitwear range into 30...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781611808018Author Kazuko AokiFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Shambhala Publications IncPublisher Shambhala Publications Inc

90 original iron-on transfer designs from the archives of the Embroiderers' Guild! An important though largely forgotten part of the Embroiderers' Guild legacy is the huge collection of hot-iron transfers dating back to the early 20th century that...

The Royal School of Needlework teaches hand embroidery to the highest standard, developing techniques in new and innovative ways. Written by RSN apprentice and tutor Kate Sinton, this book contains an extensive guide to stitches and techniques, as well...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780801984969Author Collette WolffFormat PaperbackPage Count 320Imprint Krause PublicationsPublisher F&W Publications IncWeight(grams) 100gDimensions(mm)...

Craft adorable, trendy felt miniatures with this book of step-by-step tutorials and projects, featuring beautiful photos that illustrate easy felting techniques. From self-taught artist Delilah Iris, Sew Cute!: Tiny Felt Cuties & Creatures includes more...

Portable and productive, the hand spindle has been responsible for creating the world's yarn for millennia. Many contemporary spinners view the hand spindle as a beginner's tool, suited to learn the basic steps of spinning before moving on to a spinning...

Welcome to the exciting world of weaving with a rigid heggle loom. This type of loom was my first introduction to an efficient method of weaving. Before I discovered it, I had tried a variety of simple looms. They were slow and I could weave only...

Inspiration at your fingertips!Within the pages of The New Knitting Stitch Dictionary you will find not only 500 innovative knitting stitch patterns, but dozens of ideas popping through your mind. Cables may inspire designs for sweaters or blankets, cozy...

Comfortable yet on-trend, oversize fashion is a stylist's favorite look. These extra-large sweaters knit up fast with bulky yarns and balance beautifully with skinny jeans or leggings. Explore easy knit/purl texture, give cables a try, or knit a ribbed...

Exam board: AQALevel: A-levelSubject: Design and TechnologyFirst teaching: September 2017First exams: Summer 2018 (AS) Summer 2019 (A-Level)Encourage your students to be creative, innovative and critical designers with a textbook that builds in-depth...

From expert weaver Anne Dixon comes The Weaver's Inkle Pattern Directory, the ultimate resource for inkle weavers. Inkle weaving is a simple technique that offers ample opportunity for experimentation to beginners and experienced weavers. This book is...

Embrace the Japanese concept of ma (negative space) with these delicate lace stitches.280 Japanese Lace Stitches is a fun and informative resource for experienced knitters. This book is filled with a wonderful variety of beautiful, openwork stitch...

Creating your own, stylish clothing has never been simpler than with this book of beautiful, modern patterns for the beginner sewer. Opening with a chapter completely devoted to the fundamentals of sewing, Sew Beautiful makes sure to start you off with...

Edie Eckman's classic Q&A reference book has been updated with helpful answers to even more of your burning crochet questions. From beginning basics like yarn styles, stitch types, and necessary tools to detailed outlines of more advanced techniques, you...

Stitched Textiles: Nature is the fourth title in this successful theme-based series. It contains an extensive section on techniques, featuring step-by-step guides to machine- and hand-stitching, attaching embellishments and found objects to your work;...

Originally a follow-up to the outstandingly successful Blankets and Throws, the newly reformatted Cosy Throws & Blankets (previously published as More Blankets and Throws) has over 100 different blanket squares that can be knitted up to create a dozen...

Welcome baby with a beautiful handmade blanket!A crocheted blanket is the perfect gift for a new baby. Putting the time and effort into making your gift bestows a special meaning to it, and favorite blankets are often cherished into toddlerhood and...

Learn the timeless and nostalgic craft of spun cotton and make the perfect handmade decorations for the holiday season! Spun Cotton Christmas Ornaments features 5 adorable step-by-step projects using affordable materials, from glitter icicles and a bell...

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...

With chapters outlining more than a half dozen colorwork knitting techniques, The Colorwork Bible is your updated exploration of both beginner- and advanced-level skills with a vibrant, modern palette and inspired projects. Join knitwear designer Jesie...

This is a creative guide to the 300 knitting stitches you really need to know, including contemporary stitches and timeless classics. An invaluable resource of original stitch patterns, this collection is suitable for newcomers, designers and knitters...

This accessible and inspiring introduction to drop-spindle spinning is ideal for fibre artists, knitters, crocheters, felters and weavers. Vanessa Kroening explains how to clean and prepare fleece for spinning, giving valuable tips to beginners and...

Making crochet tops has never been so easy! Crocheted squares and rectangles can be shaped and combined to form a surprising array of pullovers, cardigans, lightweight tops, and wraps. Simple and easy-to-follow instructions will have you hooking up a...

It's time to SUPERSIZE your amigurumi!Tiny crochet animals are cute, but the larger animals in this book are just the right size for hugs and cuddles. Worked with bulky yarn and larger hooks, these stuffed animals hook up fast, and all of the patterns...

From best-selling author and crafting queen Claire Gelder, this gorgeous mini guide is packed full of knitting know-how, practical illustrations and comes with four simple projects. Perfect for complete beginners, Claire clearly explains everything...

Knitted cables, with their three-dimensional twists and turns, are a common element in lots of patterns - but most patterns don't include directions for executing them. Cable Left, Cable Right, by expert knitter Judith Durant, eliminates the mystery with...

Tens of millions of people sew for necessity or pleasure every day, yet the craft is surprisingly under-appreciated. The Point of the Needle redresses the balance: this is a book that argues for sewing's place in our lives. It celebrates not only...

Granny squares are a crochet classic for a reason. They're colourful, quick and fun to make! But the true potential of these dependable design standbys comes in the infinite possibilities offered by their patterning-and the manner in which they're...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781611808865Author Yumiko HiguchiFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Roost BooksPublisher Shambhala Publications Inc

Macrame is a fibre medium that has been around for centuries, and yet there are still revolutionary ways to modernize and elevate the knots. In this book, fibre artist Terri Watson shares her new school approach to creating contemporary knotted...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789163961519Author Johanna LundstromFormat PaperbackPage Count 158Imprint Last StitchPublisher Last Stitch

The queen of the craft Amy Oxford offers crafters a one-stop punch needle resource to keep at your fingertips! This is the guide you'll keep throughout your punch needle adventures for years to come. Enjoy Amy's amazingly effective instruction, tips,...

Exquisitely detailed and worked in silk floss thread with tiny size 12 needles, Victoria Matthewson's embroideries are a masterclass in thread painting, and shine with vibrant colour and life. Many people think of bees as being the only pollinators...

Bring up baby in style with this inspirational new book from Debbie Shore. Bursting with 20 gorgeous projects for babies, mums and dads, this book contains a mix of fun play items and must-have practical projects. The book contains everyday...

With 37 Monster body options, plus myriad variations for limbs, mouths and teeth, horns, antennae, tails, scales, and so much more, you will never make the same Monster twice. Choose from wide open mouths with fangs to adorable Monsters with bunny ears...

Popular author Corinne Lapierre creates a charming range of 20 exquisite folk embroidered felt birds, including a swan, a hen, a goose, a partridge, an owl, a dove, a peacock and a flamingo. Beautifully made in lovely, soft colours, the birds are filled...

This is a must-have instructional and inspirational book for anyone interested in free-motion embroidery. Drawing on new material, as well as that previously published as The Beginner's Guide to Machine Embroidered Flowers, The Beginner's Guide to...