The Sewing Machine Classroom: Learn the Ins & Outs of Your Machine This is a practical sewing manual that will show readers why their machine is doing crazy things, how to fix these problems, & how to make their new-found knowledge work to their advantage. Readers will learn not only how to take advantage of situations that have caused them frustration, but also how to take their basic sewing skills a step further to take advantage of all their machine can do. Section 1 shows readers how things are supposed to work & why, & Section 2 helps readers master new skills with over 40 step techniques for everything from pin tucks to blind hems to smocking. With clear explanations, instructions & expert tips & advice, this will become a go-to reference for sewers of every skill level & with any brand of sewing machine. About the Author Charlene Phillips owns & operations The Sew Box where she sells sewing machine feet, notions & self-designed sewing patterns. She is the author of The Sewing Machine Attachment Book & has written articles for prominent magazines such as Threads, Sew News & Creative Machine Embroidery. She teaches classes at conferences & shows throughout the US. She lives in Hamilton, Ohio & her work can be viewed at www.thesewbox.com ...

The Simple Art of Japanese Papercrafts Learn how to create 24 beautiful Japanese paper designs, step by step. The Simple Art of Japanese Papercrafts reveals the best of true Japanese design, focusing on understanding & using paper in a modern & authentic style to make beautiful gifts, decorations & more. Tokyo-born graphic designer Mari Ono reveals the top Japanese techniques
- origami & embellishment
- in a range of 24 projects, each with clear step-by-step images & easy-to-follow instructions. Also included are over 50 pieces of gorgeous origami paper to make all the projects. The projects range from contemporary ideas for greetings cards embellished with Oriental symbols of luck & love to traditional projects, such as folding paper to create a rabbit or a crane, as well as practical items including a handmade bento box. With tips & variations throughout, this is the book that will show you how to create truly authentic Japanese papercrafts using the best of papers & materials from the modern East. About the Author Born in Japan, Mari Ono worked as a graphic designer & crafter in Tokyo during the 1980s & 1990s. Now living in the UK with her artist husband Takumasa, she runs art & cultural exchange courses promoting Japanese crafts & contributes regularly to Japanese craft & interiors magazines. Her other books include Origami for Children & Fly Origami Fly, both co-authored with her son, Roshin.

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Learn how to create 24 beautiful Japanese paper designs, step by step. The Simple Art of Japanese Papercrafts reveals the best of true Japanese design, focusing on understanding & using paper in a modern & authentic style to make beautiful gifts, decorations & more. Tokyo-born graphic designer Mari Ono reveals the top Japanese techniques
- origami & embellishment
- in a range of 24 projects, each with clear step-by-step images & easy-to-follow instructions. Also included are over 50 pieces of gorgeous origami paper to make all the projects. The projects range from contemporary ideas for greetings cards embellished with Oriental symbols of luck & love to traditional projects, such as folding paper to create a rabbit or a crane, as well as practical items including a handmade bento box. With tips & variations throughout, this is the book that will show you how to create truly authentic Japanese papercrafts using the best of papers & materials from the modern East. About the Author: Born in Japan, Mari Ono worked as a graphic designer & crafter in Tokyo during the 1980s & 1990s. Now living in the UK with her artist husband Takumasa, she runs art & cultural exchange courses promoting Japanese crafts & contributes regularly to Japanese craft & interiors magazines. Her other books include Origami for Children & Fly Origami Fly, both co-authored with her son, Roshin.

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The Snowman Comic Strip Counted Cross Stitch Kit The Snowman Comic Strip Counted Cross Stitch Kit from the DMC Raymond Briggs range, features a comic strip design of The Snowman & James flying off into the night. Counted cross stitch kit contains DMC 14-ct blue iridescent Aida fabric, pre-sorted DMC stranded cotton, DMC pre-sorted stranded cotton, chart, instructions & needle. Finished

Size: 12 x 6 (30 x 15 cm)

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The Snowman Comic Strip Counted Cross Stitch Kit The Snowman Comic Strip Counted Cross Stitch Kit from the DMC Raymond Briggs range, features a comic strip design of The Snowman & James flying off into the night. Counted cross stitch kit contains DMC 14-ct blue iridescent Aida fabric, pre-sorted DMC stranded cotton, DMC pre-sorted stranded cotton, chart, instructions & needle. Finished

Size: 12" x 6" (30 x 15 cm)

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The Snowman Counted Cross Stitch Kit The Snowman Counted Cross Stitch Kit from the DMC Raymond Briggs range, features The Snowman being built by James. Counted cross stitch kit contains DMC 14 countb Blue iridescent 14 count aida, DMC pre-sorted stranded cotton, chart, instructions & needle. Finished

Size: 3.25" x 10" (8 x 25cm)

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The Snowman Flying Counted Cross Stitch Kit The Snowman Flying counted cross stitch kit is from DMC & designed by Snowman Enterprises Ltd. Raymond Briggs wondrous tale of The Snowman who comes to life is now widely considered to be the Christmas icon. Counted cross stitch kit contains 14 count White Iridescent Aida, DMC Stranded Cotton Threads, Needle, Chart & Instructions. Finished

Size: 8 x 10 (20 x 25cm ) Suppliers product code: BL880/64

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The Snowman Flying counted cross stitch kit is from DMC & designed by Snowman Enterprises Ltd. Raymond Briggs wondrous tale of The Snowman who comes to life is now widely considered to be the Christmas icon. Counted cross stitch kit contains 14-count White Iridescent Aida, DMC Stranded Cotton Threads, Needle, Chart & Instructions. Finished

Size: 8 x 10 (20 x 25cm ) Suppliers product code: BL880/64

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Format: Hardback Pages: 128 Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd (Sept 09) ISBN-13: 9781847734570 The Spirit of Christmas The Spirit of Christmas is packed with seasonal ideas & provides a miscellany of decorative & delightful projects to bring colour & comfort to your festive season. This title helps you to: learn how to perfect classic seasonal recipes, create unique & beautiful keepsakes & to find great ways to personalise presents. The Spirit of Christmas is a delightful book full of festive ideas. ...

The Street Now & Then Counted Cross Stitch Kit The Street Now & Then Counted Cross Stitch Kit is from DMC. DMC Creative World is working in partnership with ITV Studios Global Entertainment to offer you an exclusive Coronation Street cross stitch & tapestry collection to celebrate 50 years of the nations most successful soap. So enjoy a nostalgic trip down memory lane & stitch your own Coronation Street heirloom for the future. Kit contains DMC 14 count Aida fabric, DMC stranded cotton, chart, needle, colour image of the finished design, simple & easy to follow instructions. Finished

Size: 8 x 12 (20 x 30 cm ) Suppliers product code: BL954-67 Coronation St. & ITV Studios Ltd 2010. Licensed By Granada Ventures Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

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