Needlework

Since 1961, our country has launched men and women into the hostile vacuum of space. For the adventures on which they were about to embark, astronauts, associates and designers commemorated each mission by creating a unique insignia that the crew could...

This is the definitive book that will allow anyone to go from an average knitter to a master knitter. With clear and comprehensive explanations, June Hiatt provides a variety of ways to approach every skill and technique, and can solve any knitting...

Bestselling author Judith Baker Montano is back with a new comprehensive stitch guide that will take you beyond traditional embroidery. She'll show you how to create stunning landscapes and seascapes by applying fine art principles to your fabrics,...

Discover the beautiful Japanese pattern darning technique kogin and how it can be used to create stunning stitched and quilted projects. Kogin, a counted embroidery technique, is a variation of the popular Japanese embroidery technique sashiko and is...

Transform your home with this collection of beautiful crocheted homewares by talented crochet designer and blogger Emma Lamb. Choose from 20 different projects to prettify your home such as gorgeous flower garlands, vintage inspired blankets and throws,...

If you love crochet you will adore this collection of over 40 cute motifs including classic hearts and flowers as well as more quirky designs for skulls, mushrooms and seasonal-themed motifs such as gingerbread men. The motifs are fun, original and...

This new title in the Weekend Makes series presents 25 cute and colourful toys to crochet with love for young children and babies. Perfect for using up your remnants of yarn and quick to make, you'll be delighted with the results and so will your little...

Anyone who loves to crochet needs to have this book on their bookshelf! Crochet diva Melissa Leapman divulges 200 of her favorite crochet stitch patterns in this book--enough designs to keep you busy stitching for years! Many of the patterns included are...

Trish Burr has selected beautiful flowers and interpreted them in her own unique style to present a stunning collection of embroideries. Meticulous in details, these flowers are brought to life by the use of lustrous threads and an intuitive use of...

Anne Bardsgard grew up in Selbu and has always had a close relationship with her hometown and its rich knitting history-her relentless interest in the traditional mittens that made Selbu famous worldwide became the groundwork for her first book, the...

Cables are beautiful and fun to knit-but if you've never worked one before, it's hard to know where to start! Now your ultimate roadmap to the twists and turns of cabling is here. With The Cable Knitter's Guide, discover 50 gorgeous variations on the...

Techniques and projects for using shibori dyeing in textile art. Shibori is one of the world's richest textile traditions. Commonly associated with Japan, it is in fact a technique long used in Africa, India and South America. In this practical guide,...

This magical collection of seasonal projects is bursting with pretty decorations and unique gift ideas from Tilda craft designer and bestselling author Tone Finnanger. Choose from a selection of Tilda sewing and papercraft projects with festive...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781906487379Author Kim HargreavesFormat PaperbackPage Count 68Imprint Kim HargreavesPublisher Kim Hargreaves

For machine knitters with a few basics under their belt or for those with more experience, this book aims to inspire and spark new ideas whilst working with traditional methods. It offers plenty of inspiration and encourages you to explore and experiment...

15 amazing stitches, 10 simple lessons, and 25 glorious projects.Modern Japanese Crochet casts the classic stitches you think you know in a totally new light, showing them in ways that add striking textures and contrasts to handcrafted pieces. For the...

Sweaters are a fashion staple. Versatile, cosy and often the item you treasure and never tire of, they can be worn all-year round, under a coat in the winter or as an extra layer on a chilly night during the summer. In this fresh and modern guide to...

Fall in love with the possibilities of dynamic openwork, play with yarn weight, and discover crochet that feeds the soul and catches the eye at the same time. Choose from designs suited for any style or season, with options for a variety of skill...

Challenge yourself to learn dozens of embroidery stitches and use them to create 30 simple projects that are ready to display. If you've always wanted to learn embroidery but haven't known where to start, 30-Day Challenge: Embroidery is the perfect way...

From knitting expert Brandi Harper, a must-have pattern book for modern knitters, with essays on self-care and sourcing creativity There is no such thing as being kind-of a knitter-the wobbly scarves and that oversized sweater you tried to shrink all...

Blocks are quick to knit, portable pieces perfect for group and charity projects. In this comprehensive volume, now in a paperback format, celebrated designer and innovator Nicky Epstein reimagines the humble block with 150 patterns and masterfully...

Every baby deserves a cute hat! From pom-pom hats and beanies with flowers to adorable animals like an elephant, puppy, owl, or giraffe, there is a hat for every baby in this book. Each pattern includes clear instructions and photo illustrations of...

If you are looking for whimsical, traditional and farmhouse-style Christmas ideas, then look no further! This book is filled with 31 amazing holiday designs to deck your halls, plus designs that will help you give the perfect handmade gift to anyone on...

In this stunning book by Mei Li Lee (amiguruMEI), you will get to meet the cutest crochet characters, each designed with a secret crochet tip to share. Make Austin the Astronaut for the little one who dreams of reaching the stars. Or the inseparable...

Classic international style makes these 23 fresh, modern designs versatile additions to your wardrobe, equally stylish for park, classroom, or office. Easy-to-knit patterns for scarves and cowls, hats, mittens, shawls, and more, all with appealing style...

Babies are adorable, and their crocheted swag should be, too! Blankets, sweaters, booties, hats, toys, and so much more make this book of 40 easy and oh-so-cute baby essentials the only one you'll need for crocheting for the babies in your life. There...

Get ready for a mind-blowing adventure in cables!In this exploration of cable knitting, Meghan Jones goes way beyond your traditional cables of knit stitches crossing over purl stitches. Instead of stopping the overall patterning of the garment when she...

Knot your mother's crochet! Weave your way into the yarn filled world of Japanese amigurumi crochet or crocheted stuffed toys with adorable creatures and cuddly new characters! Whether you're honing a new craft or in search of creative needlework...

No-Sew Knitting contains 21 projects for clothing, accessories and homeware for both adults and children, which do not require any sewing up. This book combines both simple and more unusual techniques for creating fabulous knitting projects, without...

Stitch a story! Create bold and colourful narrative embroideries from the best-selling author of Joyful Stitching, Laura Wasilowski brings six new hand embroidery projects with full-sized patterns and step-by-step pictorial directions.About the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781906487393Author Kim HargreavesFormat PaperbackPage Count 68Imprint Kim HargreavesPublisher Kim Hargreaves

Wrap up in style with these 35 cute crocheted projects. It takes no time at all to crochet a scarf or a hat, and Nicki Trench has created a wide range of contemporary designs, with a variety of stitches and fashionable colours, so you'll really stand...

Tatting is an accessible and thriving craft that is perfect for creating beautiful necklaces, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Esteemed tatter Lyn Morton showcases her stunning designs in this fantastic new title. Containing a diverse range of exquisite...

Lace knitting is a versatile technique used to create fabrics that are characterised by holes or open spaces in a specific pattern. This book introduces you to the basics of producing lace and guides you through the process of knitting a multitude of fun...

Stylish and practical garments to sew for active children, inspired by Japanese traditions. This beautiful new book of functional, stylish designs for children contains over 20 original sewing projects for shirts,...

Crocheted fashion isn't just for cold weather!With these 9 refreshing designs, you can crochet yourself fashionable sleeveless tops that fit your style. Each piece is perfect on its own, or worn as a layer. You'll find a wide range of looks worked in...

Learning how to knit has never been simpler! Enjoy this beginner's guide that takes you by the hand like a personal instructor and teaches you how to knit. Filled with detailed descriptions of materials and tools, the easy step-by-step instructions for...

Cables are a traditional knitwear favourite and feature increasingly in contemporary fashion collections. By simply crossing stitches over, in effect altering the order in which they are knitted, patterns from the simplest twist to the most intricate...

Cross Stitch My Home contains beautiful projects that celebrate the little pleasures in life from talented designer Tania Santarelli of Lilli Violette. Embroider joyful moments at home, reminiscent of baking cookies, gardening, walking in the fields,...

Knitwear designer Melissa Morgan-Oakes revolutionized the world of sock-making with 2-at-a-Time Socks. Her ingenious approach showed delighted knitters how to simultaneously create two socks on a single circular needle. With that book, yarn enthusiasts...