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Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781611804720Author Yumiko HiguchiFormat PaperbackPage Count 88Imprint Shambhala Publications IncPublisher Shambhala Publications Inc

If you've always fancied taking up sewing but didn't know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of this fun and creative craft. You'll learn...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789163961502Author Johanna LundstroemFormat PaperbackPage Count 184Imprint Last StitchPublisher Last StitchWeight(grams) 454gDimensions(mm) 246mm * 189mm *...

A fun and festive collection of crocheted Christmas baubles and decorations from five talented designers presented in 5 different Christmassy themes. Select one theme or mix and match to create your perfect Christmas tree decorations. The designs are...

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...

Crochet yourself a one-off infinity scarf with this collection of 8 new and individual patterns. Choose from a selection including a delicate lacy crochet scarf to a unique design inspired by the traditional granny square. Or why not try the 'Perfectly...

"Progressive crafters will be galvanized by this celebration of homespun resistance." -Publishers WeeklyFrom beloved craftivist Diana Weymar, creator of the brilliantly subversive Tiny Pricks Project, a collection of projects, actions, and essays to...

A guide for crafters and fiber artists on using your sewing machine to turn bits of nature into exquisite art! Renowned textile artist Meredith Woolnough creates replicas of nature using a delicate system of tiny stitches. Her artwork is...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781910997161Author Shetland Guild of Spinners, Knitters, Weavers and DyersFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint Shetland Times LtdPublisher Shetland Times...

Colourful and contemporary embroidery for the modern stitcher. There's something magical about embroidery - some thread, some stitches, some time, and suddenly a plain piece of material is transformed into a picture, a pattern, or a piece of geometric...

Sewing is popular with all ages and this series, Love to Sew, focuses on the latest hot trends. The 64 page handy square format gives us room for twenty projects, each with simple step-by-step instructions, beautiful photographs, as well as a basic...

You don't have to be a doll maker...if you craft and sew, you'll love learning how to create a whimsical fairy, an impish elf, or a sweet pincushion girl. All four projects have head-to-toe instructions for fabric sculpting, expressive faces, perfect...

The term 'tailored' has changed as methods of manufacture and the retailing of clothes have evolved. This book demonstrates the wide range of cutting methods used to produce garments which are described as 'tailored' jackets. Although the main focus is...

Handmade bags are a great way to accessorise and express your individual style. They also make unique gifts for family and friends. This fantastic collection of bags features a range of styles and designs, showing you how to create 20 affordable,...

Create beautiful landscape quilts using strips and scraps with these 15 lovely projects! In Lovely Landscape Quilts, Cathy Geier walks you through the process of creating amazing landscape quilts using simple techniques that anyone can try. Learn how...

Tilda's Spring Ideas, Tilda's Summer Ideas and Tilda's Winter Ideas presented in one beautiful collector's volume for Tilda fans everywhere. Enjoy the best of Tilda throughout the seasons with this wonderful collection of sewing and...

Cute girls deserve cute clothes! Dress your favorite girls sizes four to ten in these adorable crochet sweaters, dresses, skirts, hats, purses, and more. From an elegant white pullover with a ruffle to a pretty pink sweater with fringe and a cardigan in...

This is the perfect book for beginner sewers, with friendly and easy-to-follow directions. Sew Me! Sewing Basics is geared towards would-be sewers of all ages, who may never have touched a sewing machine or even threaded a needle before. It's the perfect...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780648767077Author The Whitehouse DaylesfordFormat HardbackPage Count 240Imprint Inspirations StudiosPublisher Inspirations StudiosWeight(grams)...

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...

Easy to start, simple to learn, and fun to do, punch needle is relaxing as it is gratifying! With just a few affordable tools, materials, and Beginner's Guide to Punch Needle Projects, anyone can enjoy the art of punch needle. Featuring 25 step-by-step...

Put aside those preconceptions of dusty, medieval tapestries hanging on castle walls! Tapestry weaving has a whole new look, and fiber enthusiasts of all levels are eager to try their hand at creating images with yarn. Rebecca Mezoff, a renowned teacher...

An eye-catching, delicate shawl brightens up any look, and because the pieces are crocheted, they work up quickly, so you'll be enjoying your new shawls before you know it. A variety of construction methods are explored in the 27 patterns, and each style...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780645640717Author VariousFormat PaperbackPage Count 220Imprint Inspirations StudiosPublisher Inspirations Studios

This mini book is packed with mega information on all the sashiko basics! Best-selling author Sylvia Pippen shares everything from applications for sashiko and the necessary supplies to how to mark the designs and stitching techniques. Learn how to...

The perfect mix of trendy and handy, these 50 designs for useful and stylish little bags and pouches use small pieces of fabric, bringing your stash's power to new heights. The eye-catching and creative designs offer structures, shapes, and...

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...

This collection of hand towel patterns is just the reference you need! With 43 designs in a variety of weave structures, from easy to advanced patterns, for both 4- and 8-shaft looms, there are plenty of patterns to explore and learn from while you make...

Line is an essential component of textile art. When used effectively, it can convey texture, tone, form, movement and mood. Drawn to Stitch is a practical guide to the uses of line in embroidery and textile art, presented as a structured series of...

This practical book highlights the key garments essential for late medieval men as seen in pictorial, archaeological and written sources. Each project makes the construction of a medieval capsule wardrobe accessible to everyone interested in this...

The patterns and instruction you need to start crocheting and kitting today! Knitting and crocheting go hand-in-hand and are the most popular yarn crafts today. This one-stop guide to all things needles, hooks, and yarn will give you everything you need...

Simply all you need to know to learn to sewKeen to take up sewing but don't know where to start? This clear, concise guide shows you what other sewing books only tell you. The ideal sewing book for beginners, it takes you through the basics, from...

30 super-easy projects for beautiful and colourful homewares, accessories and gifts. Punch-needle embroidery is the perfect creative and mindful hobby, and involves punching threads into fabric to form a design. Ideal for beginners, it requires just a...

Sparks and tempers fly when Ben comes to stay in Daisy's holiday cottage Daisy likes routine. She goes to work, makes dinner for her son, then loses herself for an hour or two in her sewing. She's not looking for change, until Ben crashes - literally -...

This beautiful, instructive book from The Great British Sewing Bee's Jenniffer Taylor shows you how to make and adapt your own clothes without the need for shop-bought patterns. Using Jenniffer's fun and imaginative ideas, this book will teach you how to...

This title helps you learn how to make over seventy macrame knots and small repeat patterns, and then use them to create a wide range of projects. Each knot is shown in a close-up photograph with clear step-by-step diagrams showing how they are tied...

Crochet the softest, coziest, most squishable stuffed animals of your dreams with this collection of easy patterns from Glory Shofowora. Explore the woodlands, jungle, farm, ocean and even mystical realms with adorable projects like Rae the Raccoon, Miso...

Overlockers do so much more than just join seams and neaten edges. With this practical book by your side, you will learn to make full use of your machine so that your sewing projects become easier and quicker to make. With helpful tips and...

An inspiring guide to creating a flexible, seven-piece wardrobe with modern Scandinavian elegance, from style icon Lotta JansdotterWhen Jansdotter wears one of her signature clothing looks, fans frequently ask, "Did you make that?" Lotta's answer is,...

Learn how to make lovely leather projects with a professional finish. This exciting new book features fabulous handcrafted items for your wardrobe and your home. Most of the projects are suitable for those new to leatherwork, and those who have some...