Crafts and Decorative arts

Stylish and super-practical, this introduction to the key skills of sewing has just what you need to sew buttons, repair clothes, make alterations and take control of needle and thread.

Do you need to sew a button back on?
Or let out some trouser legs?
Or cut fabric from a pattern?
Sewing is a highly satisfying and useful skill, but it can look forbidding from the outs

Stylish and super-practical, this introduction to the key skills of crochet has exactly the skills you need to master this perennially popular craft.

For a book this size there's a remarkable amount of useful content:
Introduction
- how to use this book, abbreviations and symbols

Before you start

Formulate, design and illustrate your own empowering affirmation art with this practical and inspiring guide. Get ready to nurture your creative spirit as you learn about the art of crafting personal mantras that resonate with your soul. Whether you're a crafty hobbyist seeking a meditative escape or someone passionate about infusing positivity into your daily routine, this book offers the perf

Jump into the world of kawaii with over 50 adorable templates to color and make your own. If you love cute and cuddly things, you probably already know about kawaii, the Japanese concept that can be translated as "cute" or "lovable." If you're new to kawaii, the Cute Kawaii Coloring coloring book is a great place to begin your journey. Coloring is the perfect activity for people of all ages, a

Explore a world of possibilities with this stylish sketchbook featuring a black cover with silver foil. The perfect companion for all your needs, Sketchbook Large Black offers: An elegant black cover with silver-foil lettering 240 pages of blank, high-quality paper An easy-to-write in layflat paperback format A deluxe, larger size of 7.45" × 10.24" that offers more space for writing and sketch

Wield your pencils or stylists and learn how to draw 51 of your favorite fantasy characters! The amazing and prolific artist, Naomi Lord, is here to teach you her signature style of anime drawing with these charming, mystical characters. Get ready to expand your portfolios and sketchpads with adorable characters who wield swords, axes, and wands. Through easy-to-follow tutorials, grab your pens

Explore a world of possibilities with this stylish sketchbook featuring a kraft cover with black foil. The perfect companion for all your needs, Sketchbook Large Kraft offers: An elegant kraft cover with black-foil lettering 240 pages of blank, high-quality paper An easy-to-write in layflat paperback format A deluxe, larger size of 7.45" × 10.24" that offers more space for writing and sketchin

An exploration of abstract textile work with practical tips on how to progress from the realistic to the abstract within your own practice. From Amish quilts through to contemporary makers, abstract textile work is a captivating art form that can capture a mood or feeling. In this fascinating book, renowned textile artist and tutor Anne Kelly shows you how to incorporate the abstract into your ow

Learn to draw all kinds of supercute stuff guided by over 100 step-by-step kawaii drawing tutorials! Draw and Color Everything Awesome by Dutch artist Leon Römer is packed with easy-to-follow tutorials and inspiration, perfect for beginners who want to explore cute, kawaii-inspired drawing. Whatever your age or skill level, you can learn to draw everything from foods and animals to outdoor scenes

Say goodbye to creative block with 300 Things to Draw, a guided sketchbook designed to add bursts of creative time throughout your day. Whether you’re a doodler, a budding artist, or a creatively blocked pro, let the 300 diverse prompts—from everyday objects to original concepts—set your imagination racing. With so many prompts, you can turn your drawing into a daily practice that may even becom

Create magical editions of your favorite books by stenciling their edges! This kit contains all the supplies and instructions you need. Let your imagination whisk you away to a fantastical world with the Romantasy Stenciled Book Edges Kit. From dragons to fairies to sweeping tales of romance, romantasy books are the perfect escape from the world. Now you can add an artistic touch to your own rom

A collection of patterns for classic sweaters and knitwear, inspired by treasured historical designs from Norway and Scandinavia

Inspired by traditional sweater styles worn by sailors and fishermen in the 19th and early 20th centuries, this collection is based on a photographic archive from the Maritime Museum in the eastern Denmark town of Helsingor.

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This gorgeous book brings together 100 of the best winter knits from best-selling author and knitting designer, Monica Russel. Previously published in the 20 to Make series, these fabulous designs are quick and easy to make, and include scarves, wrist warmers, hats, boot cuffs, headbands and snoods. With designs for men, women and children in a range of colours and styles, there is something for

Join author Jessica Long as she introduces you to 25 charming projects for animal embroidery including monarchs in love, a beetle, an axolotl, a garden mouse, seahorses, bluebirds, and more. The full-colour, step-by-step instructions inside will teach you everything from stitch direction to textured stitches and includes full-sized patterns.

Previously published as The Beginner’s Guide to Knitting (978-1-90397-583-1), this popular book has been given a completely new and updated look. Now in a handy small format that fits comfortably in a bag and wire-bound so that it lies open while you are working, it also has a useful fold-out flap at the back that provides a quick and easy reference to all the abbreviations used in the patterns.

An official Pokemon Crochet book! Make your own adorable Pokemon characters including Pikachu, Eevee, Squirtle and more, with simple crochet patterns and step-by-step photos to guide you.

A collection of 365 different sashiko patterns to sew from sashiko sewing expert, Susan Briscoe. Sew all 365 to make a beautiful sashiko sampler quilt featuring all the designs.

Another official Pokemon Crochet book! Make your own adorable Pokemon characters with simple crochet patterns and step-by-step photos to guide you.

Crochet an heirloom layette with this exquisite collection of 20 patterns. Adorable colours, rich textures, beautiful ruffles, and delicate motifs combine to create a gorgeous wardrobe and accessories for babies, including rompers, dresses, sweaters, cardigans, and shrugs and an heirloom cot blanket, all made with interesting stitch patterns.

Use mindful origami everyday with these 35 projects designed to destress, calm and help you live in the moment.