Cut & Tear Fabric Words (Love/ Baby) This is such a brilliant idea which will leave you with stunning results! Simply cut, ...

Cut & Tear Fabric Words (Love/ Baby) This is such a brilliant idea which will leave you with stunning results! Simply cut, ...

For many scrapbookers, there are "shoulds" that they feel they need to keep in mind each time they create: each page should have a title, photo & journaling; each page should be about a person or at least a pet; each page should be symmetrical. In this book, author Crystal Jeffrey Rieger teaches readers that the only "should" in scrapbooking is that it should be fun. She encourages readers to cast aside the ingrained "rules" of scrapbooking & free themselves to create the layouts that are unique to them. Thirty creative jumpstarts are set forth accompanied by sample layouts that illustrate to readers how they can break these rules & create scrapbook pages that they want to make. About the Author: Crystal Jeffrey Rieger is a 2007 Memory Makers Master. Crystal has studied art & design for over 15 years & graduated from George Brown College in fashion design. ...

Cut Loose (Pb) For many scrapbookers, there are shoulds that they feel they need to keep in mind each time they create: each page should have a title, photo & journaling; each page should be about a person or at least a pet; each page should be symmetrical. In this book, author Crystal Jeffrey Rieger teaches readers that the only should in scrapbooking is that it should be fun. She encourages readers to cast aside the ingrained rules of scrapbooking & free themselves to create the layouts that are unique to them. Thirty creative jumpstarts are set forth accompanied by samplelayouts that illustrate to readers how they can break these rules & create scrapbook pages that they want to make. About the Author Crystal Jeffrey Rieger is a 2007 Memory Makers Master. Crystal has studied art & design for over 15 years & graduated from George Brown College in fashion design. ...

Format: Paperback Pages: 112 pages Publisher: David & Charles PLC ISBN-13: 978-0715328774 Best-selling author Gillian Souter has created a whole world of charming characters that cross-stitchers will find irresistible. Gillians own individual style combines a love of all things small & furry with a touch of humour
- & this book has both in abundance. Projects include woolly sheep gambolling across a pillow, the koala family enjoying an evening of domestic bliss, & a series of whimsical cards to stitch, such as Happy Bearthday or Bear Up!
- perfect for a poorly friend. Colour charts & full instructions for making each project are side by side with the designs, making the sections compact & easy to follow.

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Cute & Easy Baby Knits is a collection of 25 charming designs to keep little ones cosy & comfortable all year round. Discover classic designs for bootees & a bonnet to give to newborns or fresh, modern items like the textured tunic sweater using knit & purl stitches & the pretty skirt with daisy border & ribbed waistb&. Make practical items that are certain to be a hit, such as the cellular blanket to wrap up a baby, or knit gifts for others, such as a big soft bear or bunting with bells on the tips that will jingle above a babys bed. The projects are designed to be accessible to all as Susie Johns, an author of more than 30 books, uses her experience to create patterns that can be knitted by beginners as well as more competent crafters. A variety of techniques which give delicate detailing & eye-catching features to the knits are clearly explained in a handy section at the front of the book. About the Author Susie Johns graduated from the Slade School of Fine Art & worked as a magazine editor for 11 years, specializing in crafts, cookery & gardening, before going freelance in 1996. Since then she has written books on a variety of creative subjects including photo craft, jewellery making, collage, sewing, knitting & crochet, & has contributed regular features for magazines. Susie is a qualified teacher & has run workshops in watercolours, beadwork, crochet & knitting. ...

Cute & Easy Baby Knits is a collection of 25 charming designs to keep little ones cosy & comfortable all year round. Discover classic designs for bootees & a bonnet to give to newborns or fresh, modern items like the textured tunic sweater using knit & purl stitches & the pretty skirt with daisy border & ribbed waistb&. Make practical items that are certain to be a hit, such as the cellular blanket to wrap up a baby, or knit gifts for others, such as a big soft bear or bunting with bells on the tips that will jingle above a baby's bed. The projects are designed to be accessible to all as Susie Johns, an author of more than 30 books, uses her experience to create patterns that can be knitted by beginners as well as more competent crafters. A variety of techniques which give delicate detailing & eye-catching features to the knits are clearly explained in a handy section at the front of the book. About the Author: Susie Johns graduated from the Slade School of Fine Art & worked as a magazine editor for 11 years, specializing in crafts, cookery & gardening, before going freelance in 1996. Since then she has written books on a variety of creative subjects including photo craft, jewellery making, collage, sewing, knitting & crochet, & has contributed regular features for magazines. Susie is a qualified teacher & has run workshops in watercolours, beadwork, crochet & knitting. ...

Cute & Easy Crochet Expert crafter Nicki Trench brings you 35 easy-to-follow crochet patterns that will teach you how to crochet. A crochet teacher & author with over 20 years experience, Nicki has designed a series of patterns that will guide you through those initial stitches to producing beautiful projects incorporating a wide range of crochet techniques. Crochet Know-how explains all the stitches with clear step-by-step artworks & instructions. Next, discover three chapters packed with patterns to improve your skills. First is Starting Out, where you will find a simple springtime throw & a pretty hat for a toddler
- youll be amazed how easy & quick the projects are to create. Once youve mastered these, move on to something more challenging in the Practice Makes Perfect chapter. There are cute gifts for babies & young children, including baby blocks, bibs & blankets, or treat yourself to a pair of gloves in soft double knit yarn or the chunky seashells scarf to keep you warm on chilly mornings. Finally, Confident Crocheting has more advanced patterns, from a family of adorable Russian dolls to the cherub dress with decorative picot stitching. About the Author Nicki Trench is one of the leading figures in the revival & promotion of home crafts. As well as teaching, lecturing & feature writing on knitting, crochet, sewing, cake decorating & hen keeping, she is the founder of Laughing Hens, the UKs leading online yarn store, & Rooster Yarns. Her most recent books include Creating Your Garden Farm & 201 Knitting Motifs, Blocks, Projects & Ideas. Nicki also runs Dancing Hens (www.dancinghens.com), a craft studio.
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Cute & Easy Crochet Expert crafter Nicki Trench brings you 35 easy-to-follow crochet patterns that will teach you how to crochet. A crochet teacher & author with over 20 years experience, Nicki has designed a series of patterns that will guide you through those initial stitches to producing beautiful projects incorporating a wide range of crochet techniques. Crochet Know-how explains all the stitches with clear step-by-step artworks & instructions. Next, discover three chapters packed with patterns to improve your skills. First is Starting Out, where you will find a simple springtime throw & a pretty hat for a toddler
- youll be amazed how easy & quick the projects are to create. Once youve mastered these, move on to something more challenging in the Practice Makes Perfect chapter. There are cute gifts for babies & young children, including baby blocks, bibs & blankets, or treat yourself to a pair of gloves in soft double knit yarn or the chunky seashells scarf to keep you warm on chilly mornings. Finally, Confident Crocheting has more advanced patterns, from a family of adorable Russian dolls to the cherub dress with decorative picot stitching. About the Author Nicki Trench is one of the leading figures in the revival & promotion of home crafts. As well as teaching, lecturing & feature writing on knitting, crochet, sewing, cake decorating & hen keeping, she is the founder of Laughing Hens, the UKs leading online yarn store, & Rooster Yarns. Her most recent books include Creating Your Garden Farm & 201 Knitting Motifs, Blocks, Projects & Ideas. Nicki also runs Dancing Hens (www.dancinghens.com), a craft studio.
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