Crafts and Decorative arts

Imagine being able to weave overshot along the length of your cloth with just one shuttle or being able to weave terry cloth towels for your bath. All this and more is possible on just four shafts by using a supplementary warp. Back by popular demand, this sought-after book hasn't been available for a long time. The revised and expanded edition features nearly twice as many projects as the origina

Discover the calming art of Japanese papercraft with Essential Origami, a pack which includes a 64-page book and 250 sheets of origami paper. Origami is known to have therapeutic effects: the focus required for the folds naturally encourages a state of mindfulness, while completing a model brings a sense of joy and satisfaction. This collection of 15 projects will introduce you to this healing, cr

Create beautiful gifts, stationery and decorations that incorporate the elegant, centuries-old art of Japanese calligraphy.  Developed since the sixth century, practised by the royal elite and Buddhist scholars, and packed with spiritual meaning, Japanese calligraphy has its own style: simple, elegant and gentle. Starting with a history section that illuminates thousands of years of calligraphy wi

A book for anyone who craves making something with their hands - featured in the book are 18 different wood and textile projects suitable both for beginners itching to get started and for those who already know that handicrafts are the most enjoyable hobby you can have!

A collection of boro-inspired projects and techniques which celebrates this traditional Japanese textile and its relevance to the modern sewer and quilter.Learn about the history of boro and how it is being revived for a new audience using contemporary fabrics including denim, linen and shibori tie dye as well as sashiko and other embroidery stitches.The word boro comes from the Japanese boroboro

STICKER BOOK - Adults like stickers, too. We just (unfortunately) don't have trapper keepers to put them on anymore. That's why Brass Monkey made this-a book of stickers designed to be used. This book of Moody Cats is here to say what your cat can't-mercilessly judge all the people, places, and inanimate objects around you. They're perfect for bar tabs, tax bills, and, well, life.

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Botany in bricks! Take a closer look: This intricately illustrated compendium of flowers and plants has a LEGO(Reg TM) twist-the blooms are built of bricks! Inspired by the bestselling LEGO Botanical sets, this almanac combines floral facts, hand-drawn botanical illustrations, and exclusive stories from the LEGO set designers themselves, plus a bonus collectible flower print to display. Inspired

A ground-breaking book on the art of pressed flowers and leaf works from leading flower artist, Jennie Ashmore. Our love for flowers and leaves has never been more pronounced and in this book, we teach you how to make the most of the rediscovered pressed flower art, from choice of flowers (including roses, oak leaves and seaweed), the various ways of pressing them, designing with pressed flowers a

This glorious book is a modern guide to weaving, an ancient craft that is reaching new heights of popularity, from acclaimed contemporary weaver and textile artist Rachna Garodia. It contains a wealth of practical advice and tons of inspiration for every aspect of this endlessly adaptable craft, from gathering materials to making and exhibiting ambitious woven masterpieces, bringing in a wide s

Renowned watercolorist Ann Blockley brings untamed woodlands and forest wilderness to life with her acclaimed style and innovative techniques. Best-selling artist and author Ann Blockley is renowned for her striking and intriguing paintings of natural landscapes. In this beautiful guide she explores woodlands—from tangled groves and ancient trees to fiery leaves and springtime orchards&mdas

A quirky and engaging book about creating stories in stitch, from an up-and-coming young textile artist. Bring your personal story to life in colorful, vibrant textile art. In this gorgeous book, Ailish Henderson explains her working methods and how you can harness them in your own work to create unique, deeply personal textile art pieces. She encourages you to draw on your own personal memorabi

What is everyone’s favorite thing about hand knits? The coziness! This book offers 30 knitted patterns inspired by international knitting traditions for socks, sweaters, scarves, and hats. If you are a fan of cozy fair isle—it’s in here. If you are looking for a cozy Norwegian knit pattern—it’s in here—the cozier the better. These stylish projects are inspired by knitting traditions from around

With Paper Collage Workshop, you can experience the joy of creativity as you use color swatches torn from magazines to transform photos into original collages. In addition to taking you through both foundational collage activities and intermediate-level projects, this book introduces you to a unique analog-grid system, a color-based collage technique developed by the artist Samuel Price over th

Discover the creative satisfaction and stress-relieving benefits of embroidery while stitching fun, modern, vibrant designs such as flowers, plants, animals, landscapes, and celestial scenes. Beginning a new creative pursuit can be intimidating, but Satisfying Stitches takes all the guesswork and fear out of getting started with techniques designed to boost confidence and provide relaxation. Th

This meticulously crafted guide delves into the rich history of incense burning, offering profound insights into the art of using herbs, resins, and woods to find inner peace and establish a profound connection with nature. Key Features: Holistic Approach: Immerse yourself in the holistic approach to incense, fostering a deep connection with nature amid the hustle and bustle of today's fast

12 quilt block designs to craft your personal story quilt, plus shared quilter stories and more quilting projects, in this community-themed quilting book by internationally renowned award-winning teacher Victoria Findlay Wolfe Foreword by quilting thought-leader Meg Cox, author of The Quilter's Catalog Victoria Findlay Wolfe is an award-winning quilter, artist, and teacher whose designs balance

Ever since the original release of The Artist´s Way by Julia Cameron, it´s been agreed that a creative daily practice transforms your making. But fiber artists—from knitters to weavers, quilters to embroiderers—experience making in a different way than other crafters. Here´s a guide especially for them on starting, maintaining, and enjoying a purposeful daily practice while making an a

For crafters who are fans of fiber, whether knitting, weaving, crocheting, macrame, or in mixed media, here's their ticket to the world of Japanese paper yarn. By making their own, inexpensively and simply, crafters can instantly give their project a new, one-of-a-kind direction. • Innovative perspective: Stanton seamlessly introduces the use of gorgeous paper yarn to replace traditional tex

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A firsthand account of the development of Kala Raksha Vidhyalaya—the first design school for traditional artisans in India—and its evolution to present-day Somaiya Kala Vidya, with personal stories of its students, their work and the school's effect on their lives and India's cultural and economic development. Somaiya Kala Vidya was conceived as a place where textile artisans in the