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The Quilters Desk Diary
2012 (ISBN-13:
9781446301203)
Summary:Stay organized in
style with "The
Quilters Desk Diary
2012". Each weekly
spread features a month
quick-glance overview and
ample room for notes, as
well as a beautiful full
page image of an
inspirational quilt. This
colourful organizer will
provide the quilter with
creative inspiration
throughout the year and
showcases the works of
some of the worlds top
quilt designers. This
diary features up-to-date
information about
international quilting
exhibition organizers and
events, as well as key
national competitions,
so quilters will always
be able to find out whats
going on near them. RRP:
£9.98Publication Date:
29 Jul 2011Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 120
pages / DiaryProduct
Dimensions: 230 x
180ISBN-13: 9781446301203
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£8.32
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The Knitting Answer Book:
Solutions to Every
Problem Youll Ever Face,
Answers to Every Question
Youll Ever Ask by
Margaret Radcliffe
(ISBN-13: 9780715325759)
Author Bio:Margaret
Radcliffe teaches classes
and workshops on
Continental and English
methods of knitting
throughout North America
and has designed a line
of knitting patterns that
are available on her
website. Summary:Tangled
up by your latest
knitting project? If you
ever wished your yarn
store had a 24-hour
hot-line, then help is
here in the form of
"The Knitting Answer
Book"! Written in a
goof-proof Q&A format,
this invaluable reference
provides on-hand advice
whenever and wherever you
need it. From needle
sizes and yarn weights to
dropped stitches, tight
ribbing, chart reading
and curling edges, the
answer is only ever a few
pages away. Clear
illustrations and a handy
format make this the one
reference youll want to
keep tucked inside your
knitting bag - although
itll never stay there for
long! RRP:
£9.99Publication Date:
29 Sep 2006Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 400
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 162 x
114ISBN-13: 9780715325759
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The Crochet Bible: The
Complete Handbook for
Creative Crocheting by
Sue Whiting (ISBN-13:
9780715324882) Author
Bio:Sue Whiting is a
needlecraft design
consultant and author who
works with several
textile companies
including Jaeger and
Rowan to produce
brochures and promotional
materials. She trained at
the London School of
Fashion and has worked
with magazines and
publishers on all aspects
of needlework. She lives
in Shipley, West
Yorkshire.
Summary:Discover the
creative potential of
crochet with this
comprehensive book that
takes you from first
steps to totally hooked -
invaluable whatever your
skill level. Basic
techniques are thoroughly
explained through clear
artworks and
easy-to-follow
instructions, while over
35 alternative stitch
patterns make this an
indispensable library.
Creative techniques
stretch your skills to
crochet stunning
patterns, textures,
colour effects and shapes
for endless variation and
possibilities. More than
30 original projects,
from classic baby clothes
to contemporary cushions
and throws, explore the
techniques, allowing you
to learn a new technique
and crochet a project
straight away. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
30 Nov 2007Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 160
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
13ISBN-13: 9780715324882
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The Bag Making Bible: The
Complete Guide to Sewing
and Customizing Your Own
Unique Bags - By Lisa Lam
(ISBN-13: 9780715336243)
Author Bio:Lisa Lam has a
very successful website,
uhandbag.com which has
successfully sold handbag
findings and kits since
2005. This unique site
through which Lisa
showcases her passion and
speciality to the world
has become a valuable
sourse for advice. Lisa
has her own blog,
Twitter and Flickr
accounts. Lisa lives in
London, UK. Summary:This
is the first book and
resource of it kind - a
technique led approach to
sewing your own designer
bags and designer purses.
It introduces, explains
and demonstrates the
myriad materials,
hardware, tools and
techniques available to
the modern crafter,
including using the
sewing machine. Each
fully illustrated chapter
ends with a unique,
step-by-step project that
builds the ultimate
handbag wardrobe, with
tips for customisation.
Full size patterns on a
separate pull-out section
mean readers can get
started right away - no
photocopying or enlarging
required. It includes
instructions to make a
funky laptop bag, book
bags, a messenger bag,
shoulder bags and more.
RRP: £14.99Publication
Date: 24 Sep 2010Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 160
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
25ISBN-13: 9780715336243
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How to Knit Slipcase by
Claire Crompton, Jenny
Hill, Louise Butt &
Kirstie McLeod (ISBN-13:
9780715337820)
Summary:Learn how to knit
the easy way with the
"How to Knit"
slipcase which includes
five must-have books
covering techniques,
stitches and projects.
"Basics"
contains everything you
need to know to make the
featured projects, and
for those who are new to
knitting, the essential
techniques are explained
in step-by-step detail.
"Stitches" has
over 30 stitches to
sustain you as your
knitting skills develop.
Three project books -
"Simple Knits",
"Textured
Knits" and
"Embellished
Knits" - provide
over 25 patterns to
encourage you to grab
your yarn and needles and
get knitting today. RRP:
£9.99Publication Date:
24 Sep 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 240
pages / HardbackProduct
Dimensions: 161 x
118ISBN-13: 9780715337820
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The Knitters Bible: The
Complete Handbook for
Creative Knitters by
Claire Crompton (ISBN-13:
9780715317990) Author
Bio:Claire Crompton has
been working with
needlecrafts for over
fifteen years. Following
her degree in Knitwear
Design she has worked in
the knitting industry and
as a pattern designer for
major wool manufacturers
such as Sirdar,
Courtaulds and DMC. A
talented needlewoman,
her first book for David
& Charles, Cross Stitch
Card Collection, is
published in Spring 2004.
Claire lives in
Gunnislake, Cornwall.
Summary:The essential
handbook for knitters of
all skill levels. Getting
Started goes back to
basics, with an overview
of the yarns and
equipment available
today. It then takes you,
step-by-step, through
the basics of knitting,
with knit and purl,
casting on and binding
(casting) off, and
reading patterns.
Creative Options expands
upon the basics with
further techniques,
while Exploring Choices
will provide even the
experienced knitter with
new ideas for interesting
projects. The Stitch
Library will become an
indispensable reference
to be constantly referred
to. Finally, a wide
selection of Patterns and
Projects, linked back to
the techniques throughout
the book, provide plenty
opportunites to explore
your developing skills
and experiment with a
variety of motifs to
liven up any knitting.
Product details:RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
29 Oct 2004Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 160
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
11ISBN-13: 9780715317990
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Sew Fabulous Fabric: 20
Charming Ways to Sew
Fabrics into Your Life
byAlice Butcher & Ginny
Farquhar (ISBN-13:
9780715328583) Author
Bio:Alice Butcher and
Ginny Farquhar run a
successful crafting
business,
"Folkydokee",
creating quirky and
original textile gifts
from recycled and vintage
fabrics. They have
exhibited at Country
Living magazines fairs
and their work has
featured in magazines
including House and
Garden and Brides. Alice
and Ginny live in
Hampshire. Summary:Make
the most of your textiles
with this unique
collection of
irresistible homestyle
projects, cleverly
combining new and recyled
fabrics for vintage,
homespun and retro
results.This title
features 25 practical yet
pretty projects for
yourself and your home
include cosy cushions and
curtains, beautiful
table linen and gift
bags, irresistible
handbags and cute cuddly
toys. It is packed with
ideas and opportunities
to make the most of every
last scrap of fabric,
whether its a luscious
new fabric, a pair of
old pyjamas or a thrift
store bargain. Simple
embroidery skills, and
patchwork and applique
techniques are all fully
explained with simple
step-by-step photography
and easy-to-follow
artworks. RRP:
£12.99Publication Date:
26 Sep 2008Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
10ISBN-13: 9780715328583
Availability: In Stock
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The Beaders Bible: A
Comprehensive Guide to
Beading Techniques
byDorothy Wood (ISBN-13:
9780715323007) Author
Bio:Dorothy Wood is a
talented and prolific
craft author. Since
completing a course in
Advanced Embroidery and
Textiles, she has
written over twenty craft
books. This is her eighth
book for D&C - her first
was the best-selling
Simple Glass Beading. She
contributes to magazines
including Crafts
Beautiful and Cardmaking
& Papercraft, and lives
in Anstruther, Scotland.
Summary:This is an
indispensable guide to
beads and beading
techniques, presenting
essential beading
know-how together with a
wide range of
inspirational projects,
tips and ideas. Each
chapter focuses on a
different beading
technique, guiding you
through the basic skills,
tools and materials,
before tackling more
advanced techniques and
projects.It features over
30 Bead Something Now
projects, ranging from
beautiful bags and
jewellery to stylish
scarves and accessories -
perfect excuses for
trying out your new
skills! Easy-to-follow
step-by-step
instructions, clear
diagrams and stunning
photography combine to
create the must-have
resource for beaders of
all abilities. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
28 Nov 2008Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 176
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
14ISBN-13: 9780715323007
Availability: In Stock
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The Knitting and Crochet
Bible: The Complete
Handbook for Creative
Knitting and Crochet by
Claire Crompton & Sue
Whiting (ISBN-13:
9780715332801) Author
Bio:Claire Crompton is a
talented needlewoman with
over 15 years experience.
She has worked as a
pattern designer for
major wool manufacturers
such as Sirdar,
Courtaulds and Hayfield,
as well as for the
needlework company DMC.
Sue Whiting is a
needlecraft design
consultant and author who
works with several
textile companies,
including Jaeger and
Rowan, to produce
brochures and promotional
materials. She has worked
with magazines and
publishers on all aspects
of needlework.
Summary:Learn how to knit
and crochet like an
expert with this ultimate
start-to-finish handbook,
packed with knitting
patterns and crochet
patterns - invaluable
whatever your skill
level. Basic techniques
are thoroughly explained
through clear artworks
and easy-to-follow
instructions, complete
with advice on choosing
your yarns, needles and
crochet hooks. Inspiring
designs add excitement to
your needlecraft,
whether its knitted
cables, fair isle and
lace, or crochet motifs
and embellishments. Over
45 original projects,
from classic baby clothes
to stylish scarves and
hats, allow you to use
your new skills straight
away, while the
extensive charted stitch
libraries provide endless
creative possibilities.
RRP: £19.99Publication
Date: 27 Mar 2009Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 320
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
20ISBN-13: 9780715332801
Availability: In Stock
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Tildas Summer Ideas by
Tone Finnanger (ISBN-13:
978071533864) Author
Bio:Tone Finnanger has a
distinctive style that is
popular with crafters of
all ages and abilities.
Her titles for D&C
include Crafting
Springtime Gifts,
Crafting Christmas Gifts,
Sew Pretty Homestyle,
Sew Pretty Christmas
Homestyle, Sew Sunny
Homestyle and Crafting
Tildas Friends. She lives
in Norway. Summary:The
latest edition. This is a
beautiful collection of
summer projects using the
latest Tilda fabrics and
embellishments. The
designs include angels,
garlands, decorations
and accessories, all in
the seasonal shades of
turquoise, green, pink
and red. All projects are
accompanied by clear
instructions, gorgeous
photographs and colour
illustrations, making
them ideal for beginners,
as well as more
experienced sewers.
Popular techniques, such
as applique and
embroidery, are used and
full-size templates are
also included Product
details:RRP:
£6.99Publication Date:
29 Oct 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 48
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
6ISBN-13: 978071533864
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Get the Most from Your
Sewing Machine: Smart
Tips, Funky Ideas and
Original Projects for Any
Machine by Marion Elliot
(ISBN-13: 9780715336304)
Author Bio:Marion Elliott
is an artist and designer
working in a variety of
media, mainly fabric and
paper. She has written
many craft books and has
an exceptional talent for
finding a quirky and
smart approach to crafts.
Currently designing and
making textile items for
Liberty and designing
projects for various
magazines including Sew
Hip and Sew, she also
sells her work on Etsy
and Folksy. Marion lives
in Ludlow, Shropshire.
Summary:This title allows
you to look at the
features in your trusty
sewing machine in a
completely new light and
discover how practical
functions and stitch
settings can become
creative goldmines. A
mixture of feature
spreads that burst with
tips, ideas, tricks,
inspirations, and
creative projects
covering everything from
applique and quilting to
using scrap fabric for
sewing thats a bit more
off-piste. The flexible
dip-into format makes for
a highly accessible and
inspirational product -
funky page layouts hold a
wealth of must-know
bite-size information. It
is a go-to book that will
be referred to again and
again for sewing
techniques and
inspiration, even as the
same readers confidence
and skills grow. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
25 Jun 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
18ISBN-13: 9780715336304
Availability: In Stock
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Two From One Jelly Roll
Quilts - By Pam & Nicky
Lintott (ISBN-13:
9780715337561) Author
Bio:Pam and Nicky Lintott
own and run The Quilt
Room, one of Europes
largest specialist quilt
shops. They have written
Jelly Roll Quilts and
Layer Cake, Jelly Roll &
Charm Quilts and compiled
Jelly Roll Inspirations,
all for David & Charles.
Pam lives near Liskeard,
Cornwall and Nicky lives
in Dorking, Surrey.
Summary:Learn how to make
stylish and economical
quilts out of just half a
Jelly Roll with these
easy-to-follow quilt
patterns. Each chapter
features two quilt
designs made from just
one Jelly Roll, using
twenty strips of fabric
for one and twenty strips
of fabric for the other.
The quilts make great
throws, lap quilts,
wall hangings, cot
quilts and play mats. And
any of the designs can be
adapted to make larger
bed quilts by following
the simple instructions
given. Quilters are not
limited by the
availability of the Jelly
Rolls featured as they
can cut their own twenty
strips from their fabric
stash, and follow the
step by step instructions
and diagrams. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
30 Jul 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
10ISBN-13: 9780715337561
Availability: In Stock
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Beaded Allure:
Beadweaving Patterns for
25 Romantic Projects by
Kelly Wiese(ISBN-13:
9781600617683) Author
Bio:Kelly Wiese, a
beader of twelve years
and former bead shop
owner, teaches beading
at venues such as Bead &
Button. Kelly spends much
of her time designing new
project kits to sell for
her classes and at
consumer shows.
Summary:After being
walked through 10
standard beading
stitches, readers are
given patterns and
instruction (complete
step-by-step) for 25
delicate and feminine
projects, all with a
soft, romantic
aesthetic. This title
features a variety of
stitches (brick,
herringbone, peyote,
picot, chain and more)
to execute and combine
into projects that will
excite beadweavers,
regardless of skill
level. RRP:
£12.99Publication Date:
28 May 2010Imprint: North
Light BooksPagination:
144 pages /
PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
10ISBN-13: 9781600617683
Availability: In Stock
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101 Great Ways to Sew a
Metre: Look How Much You
Can Make with Just One
Metre of Fabric by
Rebecca Yaker & Patricia
Hoskins (ISBN-13:
9780715337783)
Summary:This title
features 101 projects
specially designed to use
one metre of fabric - so
crafters can stop
hoarding and start
sewing! It provides
diagrams showing how to
position patterns on your
fabric to use the metre
most economically. Fresh,
modern fabrics used
throughout promote having
fun with your fabrics,
and make the photography
inspiring and
eyecatching. Easy to
follow techniques and
diagrams make it a breeze
for sewists of all
abilities. RRP:
£16.99Publication Date:
28 May 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 304
pages / HardbackProduct
Dimensions: 216 x 203
ISBN-13: 9780715337783
Availability: In Stock
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200 Knitted Blocks: For
Afghans, Blankets and
Throws by Jan Eaton
(ISBN-13: 9780715322352)
Author Bio:Jan Eaton is a
professional needlecraft
and textiles designer.
Her embroidery, crochet
and knitting designs have
appeared in many
magazines and partworks,
including Classic
Stitches, Crafts
Beautiful, Needlecraft
Magic and Inspirations.
She has written over a
dozen book including 200
Crochet Blocks, also
published by David &
Charles. Summary:This
book has everything you
need to create unique
afghans, wall hangings
and accessories; from
knitting techniques and
step-by-step instructions
for 200 decorative blocks
to inspiration and advice
for creating a finished
piece. Each block is
labelled with at-a-glance
symbols that will tell
the reader instantly what
techniques are used to
create the block and the
level of difficulty so
both experienced and new
knitters can pick and
choose blocks according
to their confidence. RRP:
£12.99Publication Date:
29 Jul 2005Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 222 x
222ISBN-13: 9780715322352
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Sew Pretty Homestyle
(ISBN 980715327494)
Author Bio:Tone Finnanger
has a distinctive style
that is popular with
crafters of all ages and
abilities. She has
written several
needlecraft books
including Crafting
Springtime Gifts (D&C,
February 2006) and
Crafting Christmas Gifts
(D&C, September 2006).
She lives in
Norway.Summary:Create
beautiful accesories to
enhance your home using
stunningly simple but
incredibly effective
techniques. A subtle
colour palette and
lovable designs combine
to create a fresh and fun
collection of over 35
projects. Easy-to-follow
instructions, gorgeous
colour photos and
delightful illustrations
accompany each project.
With ideas for the
enitire home from the
kitchen to childrens
bedrooms, everyone will
find a project they
adore. RRP:
£12.99Publication Date:
28 Sep 2007Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 144
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
12ISBN-13: 9780715327494
Availability: In Stock
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Make Me Im Yours...
Christmas: Over 20 Fun
Festive Projects by Mandy
Shaw, Barri Sue Gaudet,
Helen Philipps, Marion
Elliot, Dorothy Wood,
Alice Butcher & Ginny
Farquhar (ISBN-13:
9780715338964)
Summary:This is a festive
collection of more than
25 fantastic projects
that are modern and
stylish, but simple
enough to make for the
busy Christmas season. It
covers a wide range of
crafts, from sewing and
beading, to card making
and cake decorating -
everything you will need
to create your best
Christmas ever. It is
packed with step-by-step
instructions,
beautifully illustrated
techniques and handy tips
from top designers to
make it fun and easy for
craft experts and
beginners alike. With
ideas for festive
decorations for your home
and pretty gifts for
family and friends, each
project is simple to make
but will be treasured
forever. RRP:
£9.99Publication Date:
01 Oct 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / HardbackProduct
Dimensions: 170 x
170ISBN-13: 9780715338964
Availability: In Stock
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Make Me Im Yours...
Sewing: 20 Simple-to-make
Projects (ISBN-13:
9780715337721)
Summary:This title offers
a treasure trove of more
than 25 great projects,
simple enough for
beginners but
irresistible to all.
Practical yet pretty hand
and sewing machine
projects are an ideal way
to create gifts with
lasting impact. Packed
with ideas, needlecraft
techniques, step-by-step
instructions and handy
tips to make it fun and
easy. With ideas for you
and your home, from
beautiful bags to vibrant
cushions, everyone will
find a project they
adore. RRP:
£9.99Publication Date:
24 Sep 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / HardbackProduct
Dimensions: 170 x 170 x
19ISBN-13: 9780715337721
Availability: In Stock
£9.99
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Jelly Roll Inspirations:
12 Winning Quilts from
the International
Competition and How to
Make Them by Pam Lintott
& Nicky Lintott (ISBN-13:
9780715333112) Author
Bio:Pam Lintott is the
co-author of Jelly Roll
Quilts, which has sold
over 50, 000 copies since
May 2008, and the owner
of The Quilt Room,
Europes premiere quilting
and patchwork shop
(www.quiltroom.co.uk).
Together with her
daughter Nicky, Pam has
also written Layer Cake,
Jelly Roll and Charm
Quilts, publishing May
2009. Summary:A showcase
of new design talent,
this book offers twelve
brand new practical quilt
projects to satisfy the
ever-growing band of
Jelly Roll addicts.
Alongside the winning
entries, every quilt has
been recreated by the
authors, ensuring
absolute accuracy and
providing readers with an
alternative colour
variation. Each design
comes with a full colour
styled photograph,
comprehensive making
instructions and
diagrams. Each quilt
requires just one Jelly
Roll and some additional
background fabric to
make, ensuring that all
the projects are quick,
inexpensive and fun.
Quilting industry giants,
Moda and Singer have
provided prizes and
support, and specialist
quilt shop owners will
see the wisdom of
stocking a book that so
directly promotes sales
of fabric product. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
30 Oct 2009Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
10ISBN-13: 9780715333112
Availability: In Stock
£14.99
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The Tilda Characters
Collection with Birds,
Bunnies, Angels and
Dollsby Tone Finnanger
(ISBN-13: 9780715338155)
Author Bio:Tone Finnanger
has a distinctive style
that is popular with
crafters of all ages and
abilities. Her titles for
D&C include Crafting
Springtime Gifts,
Crafting Christmas Gifts,
Sew Pretty Homestyle,
Sew Pretty Christmas
Homestyle, Sew Sunny
Homestyle and Crafting
Tildas Friends. She lives
in Norway. Summary:This
is an adorable collection
of "Tilda"
characters, complete
with all the sewing
techniques, designs and
templates you need to
create them. It includes
four titles presented in
a stylish slipcase -
Birds, Bunnies, Angels
and Dolls - perfect for
both dedicated fans and
crafters new to the
"Tilda" series.
Gorgeous colour
photographs and
delightful illustrations
accompany each project
along with easy-to-follow
instructions for an array
of sewing techniques,
from applique to free
embroidery. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
29 Oct 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 192
pages / HardbackProduct
Dimensions: 170 x 170 x
51ISBN-13: 9780715338155
Availability: In Stock
£14.99
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Encyclopedia of Sewing:
150 Inspired Projects
from A-Z by Martha
Stewart (ISBN-13:
9780715338308) Author
Bio:Martha Stewart is the
author of dozens of best
selling books on cooking,
entertaining,
gardening, weddings and
decorating. She is the
host of The Martha
Stewart Show in the US,
where Martha Stewart
Living magazine was first
published in 1990. Martha
lives in New York. Visit
marthastewart.com
Summary:This is a
treasury of sewing and
fabric craft techniques
and projects, complete
with additional CD-ROM
containing all the
patterns and templates
you will need. It
features full
step-by-step instructions
for every sewing
technique, catering for
everyone from first-time
dabblers to the more
adventurous sewers. Over
150 projects are fully
explained and beautifully
shot - a key blend of
accessible and
aspirational. Detailed UK
sources and buyers guide,
and a full rundown of
essential tools and
materials make this a
lasting reference.
Product details:RRP:
£19.99Publication Date:
27 Aug 2010Imprint: David
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Sew Pretty Christmas
Homestyle - By Tone
Finnanger (ISBN-13:
9780715329610) Author
Bio:Tone Finnanger has a
distinctive style that is
popular with crafters of
all ages and abilities.
She has written several
books including Crafting
Springtime Gifts (D&C,
February 2006) and
Crafting Christmas Gifts
(D&C, September 2006)
and Sew Pretty Homestyle
(D&C, September 2007).
She lives in Norway.
Summary:Create beautiful
yuletide accessories that
enhance your home using
stunningly simple but
incredibly effective
techniques.A Christmassy
colour palette and
lovable designs combine
to create a festive and
fun collection of over 35
projects.Easy-to-follow
instructions, gorgeous
colour photographs and
delightful illustrations
accompany each
project.With ideas for
the entire home from the
kitchen to childrens
bedrooms everyone will
find a project they
adore, spreading a
unique Christmas
atmosphere throughout
your house. Product
details:RRP:
£12.99Publication Date:
29 Aug 2008Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 152
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
12ISBN-13: 9780715329610
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Scrap Quilt Sensation by
Katharine Guerrier
(ISBN-13: 9780715324523)
Author Bio:Katharine
Guerrier is a well-known
quiltmaker, regularly
exhibiting at
high-profile
international quilt
events. She is the author
of numerous books
including Quilting from
Start to Finish (D&C,
2004). She regularly
contributes to the
quilting press with
articles, projects and
reviews. She lives in
Worcester. Summary:A
sumptuous collection of
scrap quilts to make,
all with Katharine
Guerriers unique
contemporary twist on
traditional designs.It
includes 12 step-by-step
projects, with in-depth
advice on selecting the
right fabrics from your
stash, and how to
combine them for best
effect."An
Inspiration Gallery"
encourages you to take
the ideas presented
further, with additional
small-scale quilts to
inspire and motivate.It
is beautifully
illustrated with full
colour photographs and
easy-to-follow diagrams
and artworks. RRP:
£12.99Publication Date:
31 Oct 2007Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
11ISBN-13: 9780715324523
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Knit and Purl Pets: 20
Patterns for Little Pets
with Big Personalities
byClaire Garland
(ISBN-13: 9780715336670)
Author Bio:Claire Garland
is a designer,
illustrator, and runs
her own mail order
business,
www.dotpebbles.com,
selling knitted doll
kits. She will be
launching a lifestyle and
craft blog to promote her
business and books.
Claire has featured in
Selvedge, Junior,
Pregnancy and Baby,
Marie Claire, Womans Own
and Womens Weekly, and
appeared on the Crafts
Beautiful expert panel 9.
Claire lives in Penzance,
Cornwall. Summary:This
title offers knitting
patterns for pets include
a menagerie of animals
youve always wanted. Many
of the projects include
knitting instructions for
accessories such as a dog
bed and yummy carrots for
the rabbits. The patterns
make ideal knitting for
beginners and the more
advanced, with knitting
techniques ranging from
easy knit and purl to
sock knitting styles on
double pointed needles.
Quirky photography, fun
illustrations and lots of
information about the
characters give the book
real pet personality.
RRP: £14.99Publication
Date: 24 Sep 2010Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
14ISBN-13: 9780715336670
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Martha Stewarts
Encyclopedia of Crafts:
An A - Z Guide with
Detailed Instructions and
Endless Inspiration
(ISBN-13: 9780715336359)
Author Bio:Martha Stewart
is the author of dozens
of best selling books on
cooking, entertaining,
gardening, weddings and
decorating. She is the
host of The Martha
Stewart Show in the US,
where Martha Stewart
Living magazine was first
published in 1990. Martha
lives in New York.
Summary:This title
features 32 must-know
crafts packed into one
comprehensive 416-page
hardback book. Full
step-by-step instructions
for every technique,
catering for everyone
from first-time dabblers
to the more adventurous
crafters. Over 200
projects that are fully
explained and beautifully
shot - a key blend of
accessible and
aspirational.
Illuminating glossaries,
a full rundown of
essential tools and
materials, professional
tips and handy UK
resources make this a
lasting reference. RRP:
£19.99Publication Date:
30 Oct 2009Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 416
pages / HardbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x
216ISBN-13: 9780715336359
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The Essential Sampler
Quilt Book: A Celebration
of 40 Traditional Blocks
from the Sampler Quilt
Expert by Lynne Edwards
(ISBN-13: 9780715336137)
Author Bio:Lynne Edwards
is a trusted brand within
the quilt world, loved
for her friendly approach
and reliable authority.
Her previous books have
consistently sold well,
and in recognition of her
contribution to arts and
crafts she was awarded an
MBE in December 2007.
Lynne teaches regular
quilt-making classes all
over the world, as well
as near her home in
Ipswich. Summary:A
celebration of the
sampler quilt from a
world renowned expert,
this book offers 40 quilt
blocks with full
step-by-step instruction
and diagrams. The sampler
quilt, a quilt in which
each block is a different
pattern, is perfect for
beginners and those
quilters wishing to
expand their repertoire,
the beautiful photographs
of sampler quilts plus
Lynne Edwards friendly
teaching style make this
a reference work to
treasure.
Classroom-tested
techniques include
machine and hand-piecing,
traditional patchwork
and applique. The
beautiful photographs of
40 sampler quilts plus
Lynne Edwards friendly
teaching style make this
a reference work to
treasure. RRP: £19.99
Publication Date: 31 Jul
2010Imprint: David &
CharlesPagination: 256
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
20ISBN-13: 9780715336137
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Its Quilting Cats and
Dogs: 15 Heart-Warming
Projects Combining
Patchwork, Applique and
Stitchery by Lynette
Anderson (ISBN-13:
9780715337578) Author
Bio:Lynette Anderson was
born in Dorset, England
and moved to Australia in
1990 where she founded
The Patchwork Angel
retail outlet in 1997.
She is now focussed full
time on designing her
extensive pattern range.
She lives in Pacific
Paradise, Queensland.
Summary:This is a
collection of delightful
characterful quilted
projects from
world-renowned designer,
Lynette Anderson,
perfect for cat and dog
lovers. Several large
quilts are featured in
this book, along with
bags, pincushions,
pillows and needlecases.
These smaller projects
make ideal gifts. Lynette
uses a great deal of
stunning stitchery and
applique to create her
beautifully distinctive
designs. Other techniques
featured include piecing
and punch-needle.
Beautiful fabrics, warm
colours and a homely feel
is enhanced by a book
design that captures the
heart-warming, quirky
style of Lynettes
designs. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
24 Sep 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
13ISBN-13: 9780715337578
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How to Create an Heirloom
Quilt: Learn Over 30
Machine Techniques to
Build a Beautiful Quilt
by Pauline Ineson
(ISBN-13: 9780715335253)
Author Bio:Pauline Ineson
is a teacher and designer
of courses for creative
sewing machine
techniques. Her heirloom
quilt won two first
prizes at Quilts UK and
an honourable mention at
Houston International
Quilt Festival in 2008.
Pauline lives in Bewdley,
Worcestershire, UK.
Summary:Learn how to
create the stunning
heirloom quilt that has
been picking up prizes
around the world, while
learning more than 30
sewing machine techniques
in the process. Nine
beautiful panels form
each section of the
quilt, and at the end of
each chapter you can hone
your skills by creating a
variety of projects,
from cushions and bags to
a Christmas stocking and
album cover. Whether you
want to learn new
techniques or brush up on
your quilting skills,
the comprehensive
step-by-step technique
advice and invaluable
tips and tricks will help
you along the way.
Stylish photography and
easy-to-follow layouts
complete the package,
making this book
essential for anyone who
wants sophisticated
results from
straightforward machine
techniques. RRP:
£15.99Publication Date:
28 May 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 144
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
10ISBN-13: 9780715335253
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Crafting Tildas Friends:
30 Unique Projects
Featuring Adorable
Creations from Tilda - By
Tone Finnanger (ISBN-13:
9780715336663) Author
Bio:Tone Finnanger has a
distinctive style that is
popular with crafters of
all ages and abilities.
Her titles for D&C
include Crafting
Springtime Gifts (D&C,
February 2006), Crafting
Christmas Gifts (D&C,
September 2006), Sew
Pretty Homestyle (D&C,
September 2007), Sew
Pretty Christmas
Homestyle (D&C August
2008) and Sew Sunny
Homestyle (D&C 2009). She
lives in Norway.
Summary:Includes 30 fun
sewing and papercraft
projects that show how to
create the cutest
characters. This title
features rabbits, birds,
frogs, cats and an
array of other creatures.
RRP: £7.99Publication
Date: 26 Feb 2010Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 64
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
8ISBN-13: 9780715336663
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Quilt a Gift: 25
Heartfelt Projects from
Quick to Heirloom by
Barri Sue Gaudet
(ISBN-13: 9780715332825)
Author Bio:Barri Sue
Gaudet runs her quilt
pattern design company,
Bare Roots from her base
in June Lake,
California, selling her
kits and patterns
internationally. Her
designs have featured in
top magazines including
Quilt Mania. Barri
exhibits at major shows,
including Spring and Fall
Quilt Market.
Summary:This is a
precious collection of
beautiful quilted gifts
for every occasion,
including birthdays,
mothers day, weddings
and Christmas. Create
elegant home accents
using pieced patchwork
and applique, all with
Barri Sue Gaudets stylish
country charm. The
complexity of each
project reflects the
amount of notice you
might receive for an
occasion, meaning gifts
for a dinner partys
hostess are
quick-to-stitch and
presents for a new born
baby are more heirloom.
Embellish your designs
with embroidery for an
extra special personal
touch that friends and
family will adore. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
27 Nov 2009Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
12ISBN-13: 9780715332825
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Quilt Yourself Gorgeous:
21 Irresistible Fat
Quarter Quilts and
Homestyle Projects by
Mandy Shaw (ISBN-13:
9780715328309) Author
Bio:Mandy Shaw runs
Dandelion Designs, a
craft design and kit
company based in East
Sussex. She teaches
weekly quilting classes
and lectures and
demonstrates all over the
country. Her work has
featured on BBC2s Leisure
Hour and she has written
for Popular Patchwork and
Fabrications magazines.
Summary:In "Quilt
Yourself Gorgeous",
Mandy Shaw shares her
fresh approach to
quilting with an emphasis
on fun, fast results,
and fabulous quilts! This
title includes full
step-by-step instructions
that guide you through 10
brilliant projects that
have plenty of wow
factor, but wont take a
lifetime to complete. All
the projects can be made
using fat quarters and
when the main project is
finished, Mandy shows
you how to use the
remaining scraps of
fabric to sew delightful
accessories, toys, home
decor items and gifts.
With a clear and
comprehensive section
covering techniques,
tips and templates, this
is a book for quilters
and sewing enthusiasts to
dip into again and again.
RRP: £14.99Publication
Date: 27 May 2009Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
9ISBN-13: 9780715328309
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How to Sew Slipcase
Including: Basics,
Applique, Bead
Embroidery, Decorative
Sewing, Embellishments,
Felt Fabric, Hand
Sewing, Machine Sewing,
Patchwork and Sashiko
(ISBN-13: 9780715336113)
Summary:Get
stitching-savvy with this
all-you-need beginners
guide to sewing,
including ten essential
booklets covering a whole
range of needlecrafts.
The first booklet,
"Sew Box
Basics" is your
get-started-guide to
basic stitching
techniques, from
threading a needle to
simple tips for machine
sewing. An additional
nine booklets introduce
you to an incredible
range of needlecrafts
including applique,
patchwork, hand sewing
and sashiko. Each mini
book features fresh and
modern projects ideal for
customizing clothes and
making unique gifts and
keepsakes for you and
your friends. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
30 Oct 2009Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 24
pages / HardbackProduct
Dimensions: 176 x 128 x
90ISBN-13: 9780715336113
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Knitted Toy Tales:
Irresistible Characters
for All Ages by Laura
Long (ISBN-13:
9780715331729) Author
Bio:Laura Long graduated
with a knitted textiles
degree from Central St
Martins in 2003 and has
been working out of her
central London studio
ever since. She teaches
knitting and designs,
makes and sells her
knitted creations to
boutiques and galleries
all over the world; her
previous clients include
Simply Knitting Magazine
and Knit Today. Laura
lives in West London.
Summary:From bunnies and
bears to Russian dolls
and robots, discover a
unique range of 20
adorable little knitted
characters, each packed
with personality and
individual charm. Each of
the softly coloured
characters is a joy to
knit for all abilities,
making them the perfect
gift for a loved one or a
quirky home accent.
Projects combine simple
knits with cute fabric
applique accents to add
that extra element to
your usual knit n purl.
Clear making up
instructions, fun
narrative text and the
sweetest photography make
this book a delightful
gift as well as an
irresistible addition to
your knitting collection.
RRP: £14.99Publication
Date: 31 Oct 2009Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
13ISBN-13: 9780715331729
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The Upholstery Bible:
Complete Step-by-Step
Techniques for
Professional Results by
Cherry Dobson (ISBN-13:
9780715329375) Author
Bio:Cherry Dobson has
been a tutor of
upholstery for over 20
years. She has worked on
numerous commissions,
gaining much hands on
experience, and holds a
distinction in Furniture
Advanced Studies from the
London Guildhall
University. Cherry now
lives in Somerset where
she teaches both day and
residential courses.
Summary:This is a
complete resource for
furniture upholsterers of
all abilities, with
easy-to-follow,
illustrated instructions
explaining all the
essential upholstery
techniques, from
covering buttons to
stripping and
reupholstering an entire
chair.Build your skills
at your own pace, with
advice on the basics such
as choosing tools for the
job and estimating
yardage, as well as more
complex techniques.It
features invaluable
advice on what to look
for when buying second
hand furniture, teaching
you whats fixable and
whats not as well as how
to avoid costly mistakes
by choosing the right
stitches, and techniques
and textiles for the job.
RRP: £16.99Publication
Date: 28 Mar 2009Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 144
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 254 x
215ISBN-13: 9780715329375
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All About Beads: Over 100
Jewellery Designs to Make
and Wear by Barbara Case
(ISBN-13: 9780715322840)
Author Bio:Barbara Case
has adored beads for over
30 years, eventually
establishing a successful
mail order business,
Beads Exclusive, and
designing for UK retail
stores. Barbara has sold
the business, but
continues to design and
make beautiful jewellery.
Barbara lives in Newton
Abbot, Devon.
Summary:This book
contains over 100
fabulous step-by-step
jewellery projects,
including necklaces,
pendants, bracelets,
earrings, brooches,
pins and hair-slides. It
takes you from novice to
expert, covering all
aspects from bead
purchase and storage to
jewellery making and even
display and selling. It
features beads and
components from worldwide
sources in a dazzling
variety of styles,
colours, sizes and
shapes. Easy-to-follow
instructions cover a huge
range of techniques from
simple and traditional to
modern and innovative.
Extensive suppliers list
ensures the reader has
the pick of the best
beads available. RRP:
£12.99Publication Date:
31 Mar 2006Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x 216 x
10ISBN-13: 9780715322840
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Easy Japanese Quilt
Style: 10 Stylish But
Simple Projects Inspired
by Japanese Fabric by
Julia Davis & Anne
Muxworthy (ISBN-13:
9780715328620) Author
Bio:Julia Davis and Anne
Muxworthy run the Step by
Step Patchwork Centre in
South Molton, a busy
quilt shop where they run
regular workshops and
host visiting quilting
groups. They specialise
in Japanese fabrics,
importing the Kona Bay
range from the US, and
offer several kits that
make great use of them.
Summary:"Easy
Japanese Quilt
Style" is the
perfect book for quilters
of all abilities who want
to introduce Japanese
style into their homes
with ingenious
quick-to-stitch projects.
Anyone who loves
beautiful Japanese
fabrics will have plenty
of excuses to indulge,
with 10 projects,
ranging from bags to wall
hangings, plus several
variations. The projects
evoke the simplicity of
traditional Japanese
decor by using well-known
pieced patterns, such as
fan blocks and strip
quilts, together with
charming applique.
Easy-to-follow step
instructions and diagrams
offer clever ways to use
panels and large-scale
patterns to best effect,
with helpful advice on
fabric choice throughout.
RRP: £15.99Publication
Date: 25 May 2009Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
13ISBN-13: 9780715328620
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Simple Sewn Gifts: Stitch
25 Fast and Easy Gifts by
Helen Philipps (ISBN-13:
9780715337776) Author
Bio:Helen Philipps
studied printed textiles
and embroidery at
Manchester Metropolitan
University and then
taught drawing and design
before becoming a
freelance designer. After
working in the greetings
card industry, Helens
love of needlecraft led
her to create original
designs for stitching
publications and her work
is featured regularly in
many cross stitch and
craft magazines. Helen
lives in Merseyside, UK.
Summary:25 sewn gifts
that are quick to make
and lovely to receive
make the perfect presents
when youre short of time
and ideas. It uses modern
fabrics, sewing,
applique, patchwork and
stitchery. Gifts for
friends, family and home
are all here, including
Christmas gifts. It is
perfect for experimenting
with new techniques
supported by step
artworks, templates and
charts. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
27 Aug 2010Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
12ISBN-13: 9780715337776
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Stray Sock Sewing: Making
- by Dan Ta and Ar Wei
(ISBN-13: 9780715330166)
This title helps to
discover how to create
odd and endearing,
one-of-a-kind creatures
from all your odd socks.
"Stray Sock
Sewing" blends
lovable how-to projects
with zany and whimsical
narrative. A thorough
basic techniques section
breaks down the sewing
essentials into
easy-to-follow lessons.
Eight full step-by-step
projects show you how to
use your new-found skills
to make cute and cuddly
creations such as the
lotus kitty, sock pig
and Indian elephant RRP:
£11.99Publication Date:
26 Sep 2008Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 144
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 254 x
203ISBN-13: 9780715330166
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Free and Easy Stitch
Style: Go Freestyle with
Machine Embroidery for
Uniquely Creative Motifs,
Patterns and Projects by
Poppy Treffry (ISBN-13:
9780715331606) Author
Bio:Poppy Treffry owns
her own company making
beautiful and unique
accessories for fashion
and the home. The company
started in 2004 and now
sells to some of the UKs
biggest names, including
Liberty, Fortnum & Mason
and the Eden Project,
and has been featured in
numerous magazines. Poppy
lives in Cornwall.
www.poppytreffry.co.uk.
Summary:Expand your
sewing creativity with
freestyle machine
embroidery as youve never
seen it before! Talented
textile designer Poppy
Treffry takes you into
her studio and
demonstrates how to
create quirky, fun and
memorable pictures and
motifs. Layering,
fraying and applique all
add to the free and easy
effect, while techniques
such as freestyle shading
and texturing create
pictures with charm and
attitude. The treasure
trove of projects include
home accents such as
cushions and curtains and
personal accessories such
as handbags and purses to
show off your sewing in
style. Step-by-step
instructions,
illustrations and
photographs combined with
a fresh and funky design
mean that "Free &
Easy Stitch Style"
is bursting with
needlecrafting
personality and
creativity. RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
25 Sep 2009Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
15ISBN-13: 9780715331606
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Crafting Springtime
Gifts: 25 Adorable
Projects Featuring
Bunnies, Chicks, Lambs
and Other Springtime
Favourites by Tone
Finnanger (ISBN-13:
9780715322901) Author
Bio:Tone Finnanger has
written several
needlecraft books and
lives in Norway.
Summary:Create cute
characters in beautiful,
fresh pastel shades ready
for the spring. All the
projects can be sewn
easily by hand using
accessible fabrics and
actual-size templates.
The projects include
bunnies, geese, hens,
lambs and other
springtime characters.
Also included are
delightfully quick and
simple applique and
patchwork Easter cards,
hearts, egg cosies,
bags, and tea cosies.
Product details:RRP:
£7.99Publication Date:
24 Feb 2006Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 80
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x
216ISBN-13: 9780715322901
Availability: In Stock
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The Dressmakers Technique
Bible: A Complete Guide
to Fashion Sewing
Techniques - By Lorna
Knight (ISBN-13:
9780715329542) Author
Bio:Lorna Knight
specialised in textiles
at Queen Mary University
College in Edinburgh. She
has perviously worked as
a designers assistant and
a design and technology
teacher, and has run a
business designing and
making lingerie. She
currently runs workshops
on a range of sewing
skills from both high
street and couture
fashions. Lorna writes
regularly for Sewing
World magazine and is the
author of The Sewing
Stitch and Textile Bible
(Krause). Summary:This is
a complete resource of
techniques for designing
and making clothes,
whether you are following
a pattern, adding
embellishements, or
designing garments from
scratch. Easy-to-follow,
highly illustrated
instructions explain the
essential dressmaking
techniques - and for
advanced sewers, couture
techniques - allowing you
to work confidently from
a pattern to create
beautiful clothes that
fit perfectly.It features
an at-a-glance guide to
basic garment shapes and
styles, cross referenced
with the relevant
techniques throughout the
book.Suitable for
beginners, or those who
are already designing or
making their own clothes,
this is the perfect book
for honing dressmaking
skills and inspiring
fashionable new designs.
Product details:RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
31 Oct 2008Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 256
pages / Spiral
boundProduct Dimensions:
195 x 145ISBN-13:
9780715329542
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Magical Metal Clay
Jewellery: Amazingly
Simple No-Kiln Techniques
for Making Beautiful
Jewellery by Sue Heaser
(ISBN-13: 9780715327654)
Author Bio:Sue Heaser is
an internationally
renowned polymer clay
artist, author and
teacher and has been
working with polymer clay
for over 25 years. She is
chairman of the British
Polymer Clay Guild and
runs her own mail order
polmer clay company, the
Polymer Clay Pit.
Summary:This book helps
readers create beautiful
and intricate pieces of
pure silver jewellery
quickly and easily with
no silversmithing skills
and very few tools and
equipment using metal
clay. Metal clay is an
incredibly versatile
material that can be
moulded, folded,
shaped, cut, woven,
braided or carved to
produce an endless array
of forms and effects.
Clear step-by-step
photography demonstrates
all the techniques you
will need to set with
stones, decorate with
enamels, create textural
effects using engraving
and much, much more.With
20 gorgeous projects to
create youll soon be
making you own fine
pieces of jewellery. RRP:
£12.99Publication Date:
29 Aug 2008Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 222 x
222ISBN-13: 9780715327654
Availability: In Stock
£12.99
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Fast Fabric Gifts: Scrap
Fabric Style, Small
Scale Sewing, Thrifty
Chic bySally Southern
(ISBN-13: 9780715330401)
Author Bio:Sally Southern
works as a self-employed
textile artist/designer
freelancing in all areas
of art and design,
including fashion and
furnishings. She
regularly contributes to
magazines, including
Crafts Beautiful and has
worked on several books
including Sew Many Bags,
Sew Little Time for D&C.
Sally lives in Tyne &
Wear. Summary:This is an
irresistible treasure
trove of pretty little
sewing projects using
tiny amounts of gorgeous
fabric and exquisite
embellishments. In this
title, an eclectic blend
of materials used that
includes felt, gingham,
Liberty print, denim,
ribbon, buttons, beads,
wire and even decorative
paper. Small hand and
sewing machine projects
are an ideal way to
create quick gifts with
lasting impact.
Step-by-step
instructions,
needlecraft techniques
and handy tips are
included throughout to
make it fast and easy.
RRP: £14.99Publication
Date: 30 Apr 2010Imprint:
David &
CharlesPagination: 128
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x
210ISBN-13: 9780715330401
Availability: In Stock
£15.00
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Sew Sunny Homestyle: 50
Adorable Projects to
Bring a Little Sunshine
into Your Life by Tone
Finnanger (ISBN-13:
9780715333402) Author
Bio:Tone Finnanger has a
distinctive style that is
popular with crafters of
all ages and abilities.
Her titles for D&C
include Crafting
Springtime Gifts (D&C,
February 2006), Crafting
Christmas Gifts (D&C,
September 2006), Sew
Pretty Homestyle (D&C,
September 2007) and Sew
Pretty Christmas
Homestyle (D&C August
2008). She lives in
Norway. Summary:This is a
beautiful collection of
over 50 delightful
projects that blend
timeless seaside charm
with effortless country
elegance. Choose from a
stunning variety of home
and personal accessories,
including chic handbags
and espadrilles, pretty
cushions, throws and
loveable, cuddly soft
toys. Easy-to-follow
instructions, gorgeous
colour photographs and
delightful illustrations
accompany each project.
Try an array of sewing
techniques such as
applique and free
embroidery, and create
beautiful accessories
that will bring a little
sunshine into your home
all year round. Product
details:RRP:
£14.99Publication Date:
31 Jul 2009Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 160
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 276 x 210 x
15ISBN-13: 9780715333402
Availability: In Stock
£14.99
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Just the Right Words:
Over 400 Messages and
Motifs for Cardmakers and
Crafters by Judith
Wibberley (ISBN-13:
9780715326367) Author
Bio:Judith Wibberley ran
a craft centre for many
years in her native
Manchester, before
moving to Devon where she
continues to sell craft
supplies online. The
booklet of verses that
she produced in 2005 was
hugely popular with
readers of one of the UKs
top craft magazines.
Judith lives in Honiton,
Devon. Summary:This is a
collection of sayings and
verses, suitable for a
huge number of
applications, and they
are gathered in
occasion-themed chapters.
The pages are sprinkled
with motifs and simple
illustrations which can
be copied and applied to
pages and cards. Texts
vary from witty or
poignant one-liners to
inspirational or
heart-felt verses.
Whatever you want to say,
say it with the help of
this charming and
entertaining book. RRP:
£9.99Publication Date:
29 Jun 2007Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 192
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 165 x 155 x
13ISBN-13: 9780715326367
Availability: In Stock
£9.99
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A Passion for Patchwork:
Over 100 Colourful
Quilted Projects for All
Seasons by Lise Bergene
(ISBN-13: 9780715322888)
Author Bio:Lise Bergene
is a recognised authority
in the field of patchwork
and applique and has many
years of experience and
several books on the
subject to her name. She
lives in Kvelde, Norway,
with her husband and two
children. Summary:This
indespensable resource
contains all the
infomation and advice you
need to create more than
90 desgins. It is packed
full of stunning
photographs, clear
diagrams, templates and
clear step-by-step
instructions. All the
exciting designs are
created using a sewing
machine for quickness and
ease. In addition to
patchwork, you will find
modern applique patterns
such as hearts, stars
and angels to decorate
and customize each of the
projects. The projects
include wall hangings,
cushion covers, purses,
table runners and place
mats, and vary in size
and scope - from a couple
of hours to a weekend or
longer. RRP:
£15.99Publication Date:
30 Sep 2005Imprint: David
& CharlesPagination: 160
pages / PaperbackProduct
Dimensions: 279 x
216ISBN-13: 9780715322888
Availability: In Stock
£15.99
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