Crafts and Decorative arts

Kanthas, embroidered fabrics traditionally created by the women of northern India and Bangladesh, capture culture, history, and stitching creativity in their layers of repurposed old cloth. This book reveals the beauty in kantha's simplicity--it is based on simple running stitch--and offers step-by-step instructions that enable today's textile artists to enjoy it. Kanthas were originally created f

The 50th Anniversary Edition of the Lord of the Flies is the volume that every fan of this classic book will have to own! Lord of the Flies remains as provocative today as when it was first published in 1954, igniting passionate debate with its startling, brutal portrait of human nature. Though critically acclaimed, it was largely ignored upon its initial publication. Yet soon it became a cult fa

Discover the wonderfully eerie supernatural beings of Japanese lore in this magnificent hardcover edition which features an elegant silk coating as well as coloured edges and closing straps. Yōkai ghosts are a significant aspect of Japanese culture. In turns terrifying, playful and mischievous, they can take the form of malevolent spirits, seeking a place in the afterlife, or shapeshifters

Now repackaged in an attractive and great value-for-money format, this overview of twentieth-century horology combines stunning pictures of the most covetable time-pieces with the unparalleled expertise of a world-renowned vintage watch dealer.

The author of Close Knit and the creator of the “Alone Together” sweater, which went viral during lockdown, returns with a new collection of hip, stylish patterns, and a powerful reflection on the healing power of knitting. One of Europe´s most popular and talented young textile stars, Lærke Bagger is also a vocal proponent of knitting as therapy. In her latest combination of memoir and kni

Knit your way across J. R. R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth, from the Shire’s idyllic countryside to the Elfin palaces of Rivendell, with this first-ever Lord of the Rings knitting guide. With patterns to suit your every otherworldly mood, this book includes cozy knits to languish by the fire in at Bag End, rustic outerwear to enjoy a beer and a warm bowl of stew at The Prancing Pony Inn, and elegant lac

Learn the art of amigurumi to create small, plushy versions of your favorite Harry Potter characters, creatures, and magical objects, such as Professor Snape, a Pygmy Puff, a Howler, and more! Packed with cuteness and more than 25 amigurumi patterns, Harry Potter: The Official Book of Crochet Amigurumi will have you crocheting adorable witches and wizards in no time! A comprehensive, officia

I smell snow! Knit your way through Stars Hollow with these easy-to-follow patterns that celebrate the characters, friendships, and knits seen on Gilmore Girls! From hats to scarves to décor, bring the warmth of Luke´s Diner, Sookie´s kitchen, and Lorelai´s inn into your closet and home. Life´s short, so knit fast! Never forget one of Lorelai´s iconic scarves, get fancy with Richard´s Friday

Published in collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum, Knitting Van Gogh celebrates the artist’s life and legacy by interpreting his paintings into beautifully knit pieces. From van Gogh’s almond blossoms and wheat fields to his stunning self-portraits and still lifes featuring Irises and Sunflowers, van Gogh’s most famous themes are the inspiration for these exquisite knit pieces. Knitting van Gogh

The Celtic Mandala Colouring Book : Beautiful designs inspired by ancient lore

In this stylishly packaged, full-colour book, aspiring comic book artists will find everything they need to know to create their own comic books, from creating characters, to animating them and designing a gripping cover. Whatever their ability, I Can Comics will teach readers the key tenets of making a successful comic book by following its step-by-step drawing projects. Includes: • How

The Wonderful World Colouring Book 

Immerse Yourself in These Delightful Images - Arcturus Creative Colouring

The Wonderful World of Flowers Colouring Book Let Your Imagination Blossom - Arcturus Creative Colouring

The Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew have been collecting and conserving plants for nearly 260 years. This stunning colouring book offers more than 95 images of some of the most beautiful and fascinating flora that have been discovered over the years. Selected from the archives of the world's most respected and oldest periodical of its kind, Curtis's Botanical Magazine, which is published by the R

Discover the mesmerizing world of Zentangle drawing and unlock their creative potential with this comprehensive guide, beautifully illustrated in full-colour. The art of Zentangle is a creative and mindful artform, using intricate patterns to make abstract and meditative compositions. In this practical book, renowned Zentangle teacher Jane Marbaix takes readers on a journey through creating t

Create adorable kawaii illustrations with this easy-to-follow, full-colour drawing book, filled expert advice, step-by-step exercises and draw-in practice pages to develop your style. Originating in Japan, the kawaii art style literally translates as 'cute' and turns people, animals and even food into lovable characters. In this wonderfully illustrated full-colour book, you can learn how to dr

Create enchanting fairy illustrations with this inspiring, full-colour workbook, complete with expert advice, step-by-step-projects and practice pages. Abounding in story books and animation, fairies source of constant wonder. Artist Peter Gray takes readers through step-by-step drawing projects to create an array of enchanting fairies. Taking inspiration from flowers and the natural world, r

Master the art of figure drawing with this practical anatomy drawing book, written by bestselling practical art author, Barrington Barber. Understanding human anatomy is essential for figure drawing. This comprehensive drawing book includes all artists need to know to perfectly capture the structure and detail of the human body, complete with draw-in pages to put what you've learnt into practic

Make incredible origami models with this delightful origami pack, complete with a full-colour instruction book and 120 paper sheets. From elegant swans to adorable pandas, this kit will show you how to make over 35 beginner-friendly origami models. The instruction book lays out each project with step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs, making following along easier than ever.