Street-chic Jewellery goes from chic & stylish to quirky & urban. You will find here a totally fun collection of 20 jewellery & beading projects. Author Susie Johns has sorted through her trinkets box to use buttons, charms, shells & favourite beads to make an imaginative assortment of brooches, bracelets, earrings, necklaces & chokers. There's the ' Hidden Message' necklace for example, in which rolled fragments of text hang off silver head pins, which alternate with beaded safety pins. Or the kilt pin used as the base for pearl buttons & lucky charms; the bought plastic bangles which have been personalized with decoupage motifs & the little neck purse made with scraps of crochet & embellished with appliqué & beadwork
- to give a taste of the amazing variety of Susie's ideas. None of these terrific pieces will take very much time to make & none require huge levels of skill or patience
- they're quick & satisfying to make & great fun to wear. About the Author: Susie Johns is an experienced crafter, specializing in papercrafts & embroidery. She contributes regularly to a number of craft magazines & is the author of a range of books on practical subjects, such as collage, painting, drawing, papier mache, crochet & embroidery. She is the author of New Holland's Frame Your Memories, as well as Street-chic Jewellery. She also teaches craft workshops & lives in London.

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Anchor Disney Winnie The Pooh Strolling Along Cross Stitch Kit Anchor Disney Winnie The Pooh Strolling Along Cross Stitch Kit. The scene shows Pooh, Eeyore & Piglet ambling by the river. Kit contains carefully sorted Anchor Stranded Cotton, 16 count white Aida fabric, needle & easy-to-follow charts & instructions. Finished

Size: 7.75 x 11.75 (20 x 30cm) Supplier product code: DPPT001

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Stumpwork & Goldwork Embroidery: Inspired by Turkish, Syrain & Persian Tiles The 16 raised embroidery projects featured here are inspired by the breathtaking art of the Islamic world. Created by renowned designer Jane Nicholas, whose previous books on stumpwork & goldwork have proven so popular, the projects-such as the Persian Peony Tile & the Turkish Tulip Tile-combine jewel-like colors, rich metallic threads, & glittering beads. Gorgeous color photos showcase each one. About The Author Jane Nicholas has worked in the field of embroidery for over twenty years, specialising in stumpwork & goldwork embroidery. She has written five books & has contributed widely to journals & magazines. She teaches widely for Embroiderers Guilds & businesses in Australia, New Zealand & the United States, & continues to research & develop new techniques, particularly in stumpwork. ...

Stumpwork & Goldwork Embroidery: Inspired by Turkish, Syrain & Persian Tiles. The 16 raised embroidery projects featured here are inspired by the breathtaking art of the Islamic world. Created by renowned designer Jane Nicholas, whose previous books on stumpwork & goldwork have proven so popular, the projects-such as the Persian Peony Tile & the Turkish Tulip Tile-combine jewel-like colors, rich metallic threads, & glittering beads. Gorgeous color photos showcase each one. About The Author: Jane Nicholas has worked in the field of embroidery for over twenty years, specialising in stumpwork & goldwork embroidery. She has written five books & has contributed widely to journals & magazines. She teaches widely for Embroiderers' Guilds & businesses in Australia, New Zealand & the United States, & continues to research & develop new techniques, particularly in stumpwork. ...

Style Me Vintage Have you ever wanted to introduce vintage into your wardrobe, but felt unsure where to start? Vintage styles have never been more popular, with everyone from major stars to teens on the street looking to indulge in retro glamour. Whether you are looking to completely overhaul your look, go for complete vintage glam, or just introduce a few key vintage pieces into your day-to-day wardrobe, this book shows you how. Packed with tips on how to find unique, one-off items that fit your budget, that will look fabulous & also retain their value, Style Me Vintage: Clothes also teaches you what to look for, when to part with your cash, & what to avoid. Learn how to determine which era suits your shape & how to build a retro look from the base up. You'll also find tips on how to make retro styles work with modern accessories. Filled with fun, detailed photographs showing classic looks from the 1920s to the 1980s, this is essential reading for every girl who likes to dress up. About the Author Stylist & vintage expert, Naomi Thompson, runs acclaimed website Vintage Secret. In 2008 she launched the first high-tech on-line vintage shop, to immediate acknowledgement in the Guardian's ' What's Hot' list. Quickly establishing a reputation for sourcing superb quality clothes, Naomi blithely skipped the pitfalls of on-line vintage, landing instead on the pages of Vogue, Sunday Times Style, The Telegraph & Cosmopolitan, In 2010 Naomi decided to put her expertise to good use as a vintage personal shopper & offers personal style consultations combined with a day of taking the uninitiated around the highlights of London's vintage stores. She has appeared in a Channel 4 documentary on vintage style, is the resident wardrobe queen at the White Blackbird, organised the emporium & fashion shows at the Vintage at Goodwood taster & is the co-founder & hostess of the legendary Tart at 40winks. She has written vintage guides for the Vintage Guide to London & Queens of Vintage magazine & also works closely with BBC Homes & Antiques magazine. ...

Style Me Vintage Have you ever wanted to introduce vintage into your wardrobe, but felt unsure where to start? Vintage styles have never been more popular, with everyone from major stars to teens on the street looking to indulge in retro glamour. Whether you are looking to completely overhaul your look, go for complete vintage glam, or just introduce a few key vintage pieces into your day-to-day wardrobe, this book shows you how. Packed with tips on how to find unique, one-off items that fit your budget, that will look fabulous & also retain their value, Style Me Vintage: Clothes also teaches you what to look for, when to part with your cash, & what to avoid. Learn how to determine which era suits your shape & how to build a retro look from the base up. You'll also find tips on how to make retro styles work with modern accessories. Filled with fun, detailed photographs showing classic looks from the 1920s to the 1980s, this is essential reading for every girl who likes to dress up. About the Author Stylist & vintage expert, Naomi Thompson, runs acclaimed website Vintage Secret. In 2008 she launched the first high-tech on-line vintage shop, to immediate acknowledgement in the Guardian's ' What's Hot' list. Quickly establishing a reputation for sourcing superb quality clothes, Naomi blithely skipped the pitfalls of on-line vintage, landing instead on the pages of Vogue, Sunday Times Style, The Telegraph & Cosmopolitan, In 2010 Naomi decided to put her expertise to good use as a vintage personal shopper & offers personal style consultations combined with a day of taking the uninitiated around the highlights of London's vintage stores. She has appeared in a Channel 4 documentary on vintage style, is the resident wardrobe queen at the White Blackbird, organised the emporium & fashion shows at the Vintage at Goodwood taster & is the co-founder & hostess of the legendary Tart at 40winks. She has written vintage guides for the Vintage Guide to London & Queens of Vintage magazine & also works closely with BBC Homes & Antiques magazine. ...

Stylish Accessories Knitted on a Hand Loom: 50 Easy No-needle Designs for All Loom Knitters Whether you are new to the wonders of this fascinating technique, or an experienced loomer, here are more than 40 projects for you to try your hand at. Designs include simple hats & scarves, handy tote bags, baby blankets, toys, beads, holiday makes for all the family, & more. A comprehensive technique section covers everything from casting on to cabling, & there is a whole chapter on embellishing your knitting with ribbons, beads, & embroidery to create that individual designer look. Clear & simple instructions throughout the book will guide you through each design step-by-step. Packed with helpful hints & tips & designer knowhow, this is a must-have book for any dedicated crafter. About the Author Isela Phelps is an active member of the online knitting community, where she promotes loom knitting as an alternative to needle knitting. She also serves as an editor & publisher of Loom Knitters Circle, an online magazine for loom knitters. Isela has been loom knitting for seven years during which she has published three books on the subject, including the best sellers Loom Knitting Primer: a beginners guide to loom knitting & Loom Knitting Pattern book. She lives in Cache Valley, Utah with her husband & two children. ...