The Perfect Apron by Rob Merrett Author Rob Merrett offers 35 fantastically fabulous aprons to make for every occasion. With pretty projects for work & play, why not maintain an air of classic composure with the Chanel-inspired Rue Cambron apron, the epitome of chic Parisian style, or put on the Spring Fever pinny & indulge those green fingers with a spot of gardening? There are fun designs for both adults & children, & in no time at all you will be stitching the prettiest & simplest design for daytime, or sewing a gorgeous piece to glam up an evening spent entertaining. Each apron comes complete with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions to ensure you won't miss a stitch, even if you are a first time crafter. All the key techniques needed to sew are explained in a way that is so simple to underst&, including bias binding, slipstitches, using templates, fastening & more. Paperback ISBN 13: 9781906525347128 pages 250 colour photographs 276 x 208 mm ...

The Perfect Handmade Bag by Clare Youngs
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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 & 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 & showcases the works of some of the worlds top quilt designers. This diary features up-to-date information about international quilting exhibition organizers & events, as well as key national competitions, so quilters will always be able to find out whats going on near them. RRP: £9.98 Publication Date: 29 Jul 2011 Imprint: David & Charles Pagination: 120 pages / Diary Product Dimensions: 230 x 180ISBN-13: 9781446301203 ...

The Quilter's Bible by Ruth Patrick 978-1-84543-366-6 This is a great wee book & handy to keep in the workbag. The book is a treasury of information from the ancestry of the quilt to a glossary of quilting & patchwork terminology. The author covers essential quilting techniques for both the beginner & the more skilled quilter. She has provided tips & ideas for designing a quilt from scratch, including what type of fabric to use & information about the construction of fabrics. There is a colour wheel to help you decide on what colours to use & the different effects that you can create. Preparing your fabric, cutting & piecing are all covered in basic techniques. Hand & machine stitching are also shown with concise & detailed drawings & explanations. Many types of patchwork & quilting are covered in the book & over 40 blocks are shown with cutting guides & construction diagrams as well as step by step instructions & explanations; something for every taste. In addition to being comprehensive, it is well laid out, spiral bound & nice & easy to read. 192 pages ...

Contemporary Quilts, Heritage Inspiration AUTHOR: Quilters Guild in Britain Quilters' Guild in Britain EDITED BY: Bridget Long, LIST PRICE: £12.99FORMAT: Paperback (pp: 128)ISBN-10: 0715326686ISBN-13: 9780715326688PUB. DATE: 28 Mar 2008 Summary:" The Quilters' Guild Heritage Collection" is the largest national collection of antique patchwork & quilting in the UK, containing over 450 items that date as far back as the 18th century. In this inspirational book, 12 contemporary quiltmakers each take their stimulus from a different item in the collection to create a stunning modern quilt, demonstrating their unique creative processes along the way. Opening with an authoritative introduction to the history of British patchwork & quilting, from the 17th to the 20th century, the book is an invaluable resource for those seeking accurate historical information. Within the project section, each quilter discusses her approach, illustrated by pages from sketchbooks & work-in-progress samples, giving practical advice on developing ideas & turning them into contemporary quilt designs. Author Biography: The Quilters' Guild of the British Isles is an educational charity established in 1979 & is now the UK's pre-eminent quilting organisation, with over 7, 000 members. The book is edited by Bridget Long, quilt historian & former President of the Quilters' Guild. Contents: Foreword- Introduction- 400 Years of Quilts- The Projects- 1 Frame Quilt
- Annette Morgan- 2 Red & White Quilt
- Jo Rednall- 3 Log Cabin Quilt
- Dinah Travis- 4 Quilt with a Message
- Hilary Richardson- 5 Cord Quilted Cushion
- Judy Fairless- 6 Crazy Quilt
- Linda Kemshall- 7 Wholecloth Quilt
- Sheena Norquay- 8 Hexagon Quilt
- Davina Thomas- 9 Mosaic Quilt
- Barbara Weeks- 10 Strippy Quilt
- Laura Kemshall- 11 Broderie Perse Bags
- Melyn Robinson- 12 Applique Quilt
- Janice Gunner- End Notes- Acknowledgements- Bibliography- Index.











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180 Card Ideas & 20 Essential Techniques EDITED BY: Sarah Crosl&, LIST PRICE: £14.99FORMAT: Paperback (pp: 256)ISBN-10: 0715325965ISBN-13: 9780715325964PUB. DATE: 26 Oct 2007 Summary: This book features 180 amazing quick-to-make cards brought to you by a host of talented craft designers. Each of the 20 chapters focuses on an essential card-making technique, then features a main illustrated step-by-step project & 8 further inspirational card ideas. With practical advice, clear step-by-step instructions throughout & easy-to-follow colour photographs, even novice crafters will enjoy learning new skills. The more experienced papercrafter will be inspired by the huge variety of techniques & design ideas, including quilling, wire work & beading. With so many cards & techniques to choose from, every crafters will find this an inspirational & invaluable resource for every card occasion! Author Biography: Features cards from highly respected & talented craft designers, including bestselling authors for D&C: Elizabeth Moad, Dorothy Wood, Francoise Read & Sally Southern. Contents: Introduction- Materials- Basic Techniques- 1 Rubber stamping
- Melanie Hendricks- 2 Iris-folding
- Janet Wilson- 3 Tea bag folding
- Janet Wilson- 4 Lace
- Melanie Hendrick- 5 Parchment craft
- Elizabeth Moad- 6 Quilling
- Elizabeth Moad- 7 Stickers
- Francoise Read- 8 Wire work
- Melanie Hendrick- 9 Beading
- Gill Slone- 10 Punches
- Brenda Harvey- 11 Stitching
- Sally Southern- 12 Polymer clay
- Ellen Kharade- 13 Embossing
- Tracey Daykin-Jones- 14 Stencilling
- Sharon Bennett- 15 Ribbon craft
- Dorothy Wood- 16 Shaped cards
- Tracey Daykin-Jones- 17 Pen & Ink
- Ruth Watkins- 18 Die-cuts
- Brenda Harvey/ Debbie Wood- 19 Transfers
- Jo Clarke- 20 Memory makers
- Gisselle Homer- Templates- Suppliers- Index.



















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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, & holds a distinction in Furniture Advanced Studies from the London Guildhall University. Cherry now lives in Somerset where she teaches both day & 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 & reupholstering an entire chair. Build your skills at your own pace, with advice on the basics such as choosing tools for the job & 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 & whats not as well as how to avoid costly mistakes by choosing the right stitches, & techniques & textiles for the job. RRP: £16.99 Publication Date: 28 Mar 2009 Imprint: David & Charles Pagination: 144 pages / Paperback Product Dimensions: 254 x 215ISBN-13: 9780715329375 ...

The Wedding Planner by Antonia Swinson Planning a wedding can seem a daunting prospect, but with forethought & careful advance organization yours will run smoothly from start to finish. In The Wedding Planner wedding expert Antonia Swinson guides you confidently through the big decisions, from the dress to the reception venue; no detail is overlooked. She also

Includes:: a countdown of what to do when & many ideas to help you find your perfect wedding look. This smart ringbound planner contains everything you need to organize your wedding with maximum style & minimum headaches, & will also become a beautiful memento of your engagement & big day. Hardcover ISBN 13: 9781845971946160 pages, including 8 tabbed pockets 200 colour photographs

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Spellbinder The Wizard Raspberry Embossing & Die Cut Machine IN STOCK Next day delivery The Wizard™ Embossing & Die Cutting System is a versatile, user-friendly crafting tool. It is designed to cut & emboss with Spellbinders™ Die Templates, but it can also cut with other consumer dies, emboss with brass stencils, replicate charms, perform image transfers, set eyelets, smash bottlecaps & so much more! The Wizard Embossing & Die Cutting System

Includes:: two White Master Mats, a Magnetic Spacer Pat, a tan Emboss Pad, & a Sizzix™ Original Cut Mat. The Wizard accomodates 6⅛ x ¾" between the rollers. The Spellbinders Wizard machine can also be used with dies from the following other brands
- Cuttlebug by Provocraft ®, Big Shot & Big Kick by Sizzix ™, Zip’e Mate™ by Accu Cut ®, & Revolution by Quic Kutz ®. MANUFACTURER: SPELLBINDERMODEL: WIZARD
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