Celtic, Viking & Anglo-Saxon Embroidery: The Art of Jan Messent Celtic, Viking & Anglo-Saxon Embroidery: The Art of Jan Messent. This book combines everything held dear to the authors heart in a single volume
- embroidery, writing, artwork, history & books. Her beautifully executed creations combine myriad materials, including h&-stitched threads, glued papers, fabrics, fibres, paints & beads, & are presented here as a series of altered books, each representing a chapter that follows on from the last, & each exploring one of the major themes of the book, including textiles, stitches, clothing & accessories. Historical facts are ingeniously interwoven with contemporary renditions of ancient artworks, bringing to life the ancient skills of Celtic, Viking & Anglo-Saxon women, & celebrating the centuries-old tradition of embroidery in England that has served as a foundation for present-day excellence. About the author Jan Messent qualified as a teacher in the mid-50s &, after teaching Art, History & English, became deeply involved with embroidery as an art form. As a member of the Embroiderers Guild, she taught embroidery design to its members, wrote & illustrated design books, & lectured worldwide. She became interested in the experimental use of knitting & crochet & hoped, by her books on the subject, to open up new

Dimensions in the creative use of yarn. Now, having retired from lecturing, Jan writes historical fiction full-time, embroidering as a side-line, reading, painting, & listening to good music. j


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Celtic, Viking & Anglo-Saxon Embroidery: The Art of Jan Messent Celtic, Viking & Anglo-Saxon Embroidery: The Art of Jan Messent. This book combines everything held dear to the authors heart in a single volume
- embroidery, writing, artwork, history & books. Her beautifully executed creations combine myriad materials, including h&-stitched threads, glued papers, fabrics, fibres, paints & beads, & are presented here as a series of altered books, each representing a chapter that follows on from the last, & each exploring one of the major themes of the book, including textiles, stitches, clothing & accessories. Historical facts are ingeniously interwoven with contemporary renditions of ancient artworks, bringing to life the ancient skills of Celtic, Viking & Anglo-Saxon women, & celebrating the centuries-old tradition of embroidery in England that has served as a foundation for present-day excellence. About the author Jan Messent qualified as a teacher in the mid-50s &, after teaching Art, History & English, became deeply involved with embroidery as an art form. As a member of the Embroiderers Guild, she taught embroidery design to its members, wrote & illustrated design books, & lectured worldwide. She became interested in the experimental use of knitting & crochet & hoped, by her books on the subject, to open up new

Dimensions in the creative use of yarn. Now, having retired from lecturing, Jan writes historical fiction full-time, embroidering as a side-line, reading, painting, & listening to good music. j


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Your Way to Train a Well-behaved Dog Your dog just doesnt seem to listen. Youve been through obedience training, but he still cant seem to master the most basic commands. & nothing you do seems to prevent him from misbehaving. Clients usually come to me when their dogs are ruining their lives, not when they wont sit, says Cesar. But everywhere I go, people are telling me they are confused about the wide variety of training options & theories out there. Now, in his usual straightforward, confident manner, Cesar takes on the topic of training for the first time, by explaining the importance of balance as the foundation for a healthy relationship between you & your dog. He calls upon some of the foremost experts in the field so that you can find the perfect approach that works for you & your dog. Filled with practical advice, anecdotes, tips, & trouble-shooting techniques from Cesar & his colleagues, this is the ultimate guide to a well-behaved & well-balanced dog
- from a new puppy to an old dog who can still learn new tricks. About the Author Founder of the Dog Psychology Center in Los Angeles, Cesar Millan is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of Cesars Way, Be the Pack Leader & Member of the Family. He is the star of The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan, the Nat Geo Wild Channels top-rated show.
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Anchor Chaffinch Cross Stitch Kit Anchor Chaffinch Cross Stitch Kit designed by Amanda Butler. This is a delicate image of a Chaffinch resting on a blossoming branch. Kit contains carefully sorted Anchor stranded cotton, 18 count white Aida fabric, needle & easy-to-follow charts & instructions. Make the full set with Robin PCE202, Blue Tit PCE204 & Goldfinch PCE205. Finished

Size: 3 x 4 (8 x 11cm) Supplier Code: PCE203

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Anchor Chaffinch Cross Stitch Kit designed by Amanda Butler. This is a delicate image of a Chaffinch resting on a blossoming branch. Kit contains carefully sorted Anchor stranded cotton, 18-count white Aida fabric, needle & easy-to-follow charts & instructions. Make the full set with Robin PCE202, Blue Tit PCE204 & Goldfinch PCE205. Finished

Size: 3 x 4 (8 x 11cm) Supplier Code: PCE203

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Chalk & Cheese & Friends 3D Die-cut Decoupage Sheets Chalk & Cheese & Friends 3D Die-cut Decoupage Sheets contains eight A4 die-cut decoupage sheets. These great characters include Chalk & Cheese, two unlikely friends
- a puppy & a kitten. Or a Purrfect Kitten, a cuddle bear, a honey pot bear or Chester bear. Anyone of these cuties would make a great handmade greeting card for any celebrations. Chalk & Cheese & Friends 3D Die-cut Decoupage Sheets

Includes:: sentiments to finish off your greeting cards.


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Chalk & Cheese & Friends 3D Die-cut Découpage Sheets contains eight A4 die-cut decoupage sheets. These great characters include Chalk & Cheese, two unlikely friends
- a puppy & a kitten. Or a Purrfect Kitten, a cuddle bear, a honey pot bear or Chester bear. Anyone of these cuties would make a great handmade greeting card for any celebrations. Chalk & Cheese & Friends 3D Die-cut Découpage Sheets

Includes:: sentiments to finish off your greeting cards.


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Chalk Palette This Chalk Palette has 28 assorted luscious colours to choose from & is a must-have if you love chalks. Use these soft colours in Parchment craft or for accenting your handmade greeting cards. Great for highlighting card"es, journaling or adding colour to your rubber stamping. This set of decorating chalks

Includes:: 28 everyday colours including blues, greens, reds & earth tones, for total versatility. This Chalk Palette contains chalks that are non-toxic, acid free & come packed in a handy plastic storage tray.

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This Chalk Palette has 28 assorted luscious colours to choose from & is a must-have if you love chalks. Use these soft colours in Parchment craft or for accenting your handmade greeting cards. Great for highlighting card"es, journaling or adding colour to your rubber stamping. This set of decorating chalks

Includes:: 28 everyday colours including blues, greens, reds & earth tones, for total versatility. This Chalk Palette contains chalks that are non-toxic, acid free & come packed in a handy plastic storage tray.

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