Needlework

The most trusted on-the-go knitting reference of the past 20 years gets a thorough update, featuring the many advances made in knitting since its original publication. A companion to the completely updated and revised edition of Vogue Knitting: The...

Choose from 15 lovely, contemporary Fair Isle crochet projects to make for the home in this beautiful pattern book. Author and designer Natasja Vreeswijk has created 15 contemporary Fair Isle projects for crochet enthusiasts who want to go one step...

Ever since it came to the world's attention in the 17th century, the world's most famous tapestry has been a source of never-ending speculation. This book highlights the background of its construction and the events of 1066 that it portrays. It details...

Crocheting and travelling... these two passions have been brought together by talented designer Mark Roseboom - aka The Guy with the Hook - in this exquisite crochet book. Mark has traveled extensively in the last ten years. He has seen and learned...

One day in 1983, Annemor Sundbo of Kristiansand, Norway, became the owner of a 'shoddy mill', a facility designed to process rags, scraps, and other discarded fabric into reusable material. However, Sundbo wasn't interested in running the mill; she was...

Make the most of that stash of yarn that so many of us have lurking in a cupboard or drawer with this exciting collection of patterns. . Each fun project uses between 2 and 4 balls of yarn to create something delightful for your home, to give as a gift...

A new, up-to-date edition of the popular and comprehensive encyclopedia on knitting techniques by professional knitwear designers Lesley Stanfield and Melody Griffiths. Whether you're picking up the knitting needles for the first time, or want to...

15 projects featuring more than 30 step-by-step amigurumi inspired by the works of William Shakespeare. Published to coincide with the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's First Folio being published, this fabulous collection of creations ranges from...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781611804546Author Kazuko AokiFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Shambhala Publications IncPublisher Shambhala Publications IncWeight(grams)...

250+ embroidery designs from popular designer Aneela Hoey are now available as iron-on transfers, to make applying and using her designs a breeze. Transfer and embroider stylish designs from her newest book, Stitch & Sew, as well as dozens of original...

Brimming with over 300 botanical motifs, this wonderful resource will provide inspiration and instructions for embroidery artists and flower ladies everywhere. This collection features designs including flowers, ferns, succulents, leaves, bees and garden...

Add personal, distinctive style to everything you sew with fabric you designed yourself. Each tutorial is refreshingly straightforward and you'll love looking through the book's abundance of tantalizing fabric images! With a complete resources section,...

A baby or toddler is the perfect excuse to get creative and make unique and charming clothes instead of buying poorly made, mass-produced items covered in logos. In this comprehensive guide children's wear designer Vanessa Mooncie shows you how to sew...

Your new friends are cute, huggable-and chonky!Have you ever wanted to hold a fox, a penguin, or an alligator? Have you ever wanted to see a jackalope or a phoenix? Have you ever wanted to go on adventures with a unicorn or a dragon? With chunky yarn, a...

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...

Like Japanese knitting before it, Japanese-style crochet is getting ready to sweep the globe! Japanese Wonder Crochet is the first major Japanese crochet book to be translated into English. It introduces crafters outside Japan to the wonderful crochet...

Every knitter knows the innate joy of purchasing yarn, and many also know the stress and shame that comes with an out-of-control stash. No longer! Let bestselling author, designer and educator Marie Greene change your outlook on buying, organising and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593422311Author Chizu TakumaFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Penguin Young ReadersPublisher Penguin Young Readers

Three hundred years ago, Norwegian fishermen went to sea no matter the wind or weather-and they needed warm, comfortable, durable sweaters to protect them from the cold while they worked. Now, photographs and documentation of surviving examples have been...

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,...

'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...

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,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486484631Author Alice StarmoreFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

"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...

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

This beautiful book of functional, stylish designs for babies contains over 20 unique knitting patterns for sweaters, cardigans, vests, dresses, blankets, bootees as well as a cosy wrap for mum or dad. Combining true...

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...

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...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780648767039Author Betsy MorganFormat PaperbackPage Count 168Imprint Inspirations StudiosPublisher Inspirations StudiosWeight(grams) 816gDimensions(mm)...

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...

Wool and the Gang introduce you to the craft of crocheting with raffia, a breakthrough new yarn that is great for a wide range of summery projects. Light and eco-friendly, raffia yarn is made of 100% long wood fibre that adds structure to your projects,...

Follow Wendy Ward's tutorials to make a capsule wardrobe of 20 classic garments, suitable for any body regardless of gender, age or body shape. Wendy's style is functional but beautiful basics, and you will learn the skills to make clothes out of both...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486817187Author Alice StarmoreFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

Knit yourself stunning Latvian accessories including gloves, hats, scarves and shawls with this collection of colourwork knitting patterns and charts from the author of Knit Like a Latvian: Mittens and Knit Like a Latvian: Socks. Stranded colourwork...

Looking for something extra special? Our beautiful collection of cardis and jackets are just the ticket. Each design is figure-flattering, whether you prefer short and sweet, longer looks or belted jackets. Choose to crochet a simple stitch, lace or mesh...

This book contains more than 30 designs on the theme of plants and flowers. A wide range of subjects are included, such as classic roses, bright red poppies, colourful sunflowers, delicate floral bouquets and bolder, more contemporary tropical flowers...

A new, larger format edition of the classic reference work on goldwork embroidery by the Royal School of Needlework (RSN). The Essential Stitch Guides provide a set of definitive works on traditional embroidery techniques. Written by Helen McCook,...

Playing with colour, yarn, and crochet stitches and patterns, that's what this book is all about. It's a true inspiration for both beginner and advanced crocheters, to create beautiful and one of a kind crochet projects. New crochet patterns, as well as...

Naughty Medieval Embroidery comes with an adult warning. This practical book explains a range of techniques used in medieval embroidery from simple stem stitch to more complicated silk and goldwork. However, rather than the usual examples of flowers and...

With 15 beautiful designs, CIY: Crochet-It-Yourself takes you through all the steps and techniques that you need to master and refine your crochet skills. In this fresh and modern guide to crochet, Emma Wright shows you how to create your own stylish...