Personalised onesies for the trendy baby! Begin with a plain, inexpensive baby grow - and turn it into a fun and stylish outfit! Cutting-edge clothing for little ones is all the rage and this collection taps into that phenomenon. Each chapter features 8-10 projects and has a small how-to section that explains the simple techniques, which range from tie-dyeing (with natural dyes, of course) to stamping, iron-on transfers, stencilling, embroidery, painting and more. These one-of-a-kind fashions are perfect for hip, new mums, as well as family and friends looking to create a fabulous (yet low-cost) personalised gift!
As we try to get to grips with the latest technology and keep up with today's speedy pace of life, many of the domestic skills we used to have at our fingertips are being lost. But, as "Granny's Book of Good Old-Fashioned Common Sense" will show you, traditional home crafts are not incompatible with modern lifestyles. Here you can rediscover all sorts of things that will not only make your life greener and easier but more fun too. "Granny's" hints and tips will help you realise that household chores become almost effortless and more environmentally friendly than you could imagine. You'll find that providing nourishing home-cooked meals doesn't have to be time-consuming and that growing your own organic fruit and vegetables brings a sense of fulfillment like no other. "Granny" can also teach you how to knit and sew - just think of the feeling of achievement you'll have when you finish your first knitted garment or piece of embroidery! And children can learn a thing or two from "Granny" as well. Simple games using just paper and pencils will help to pass those rainy days and, for the more adventurous, there are dolls and puppets to make and stories to invent. The kids will love it and so will you!"Granny" presents everything in easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions with comprehensive diagrams and photographs to accompany the text so, whether you need a helping hand in the kitchen, the garden, the parlor or the nursery, you can trust "Granny" to show you the way.
This book is a comprehensive and practical guide to knitting sweaters for men, women, children and even pets. Instead of giving readers a cursory introduction to lots of different kinds of knitted garments and accessories, this book hones in on sweaters, giving readers all the information they need to knit - as well as customise or even design their own - sweaters. In addition to 25 classic sweater patterns, each technique is clearly illustrated with step-by-step photographs. All patterns are formatted in a unique and usable manner, so readers will get clear line-by-line instructions as well as further explanation of terms in a handy second column. Beginners will love the straightforward patterns with comprehensive explanations, and more advanced knitters will love that the book actually teaches them how a sweater is constructed, so they can take that knowledge and apply it in ways that go beyond just simply knitting a pattern exactly as given.
Are you a craftoholic? Do you spend your life crafting? Do you want to improve the finish of your projects? Would you like to be inspired and save money at the same time? Then this is the book for you! Lynne Garner has pooled together the knowledge of the crafting community to bring you the greatest crafting guide around. This book covers seven of the most popular crafts: paper crafts, sewing, wool crafts, cross stitch and embroidery, candle making, jewellery making and glass painting. A must have book for anyone who is creative!
What do you get when you combine a rainbow of cheerful yarns with playful (and practical) knitting patterns for kids? These hip garments and accessories! Authored by the owners of The Sassy Skein, which specialises in children's wear, this appealing package features 20 projects for boys and girls ages 5 to 10. Bright colours and cool embellishments add to the fun.
In Modern Paper Crafts, well known origami guru Margaret Van Sicklen blows the dust off of traditional origami and paper crafting, presenting more than 20 projects that rely on classic paper craft techniques, but are suited to 21st-century style and aesthetics. The suite of contemporary projects in Modern Paper Crafts ranges from gift wrap, holiday ornaments, and notecards to frames, boxes, bowls, silhouettes, wall art, mobiles and even a folding screen. Projects are divided into 5 chapters: folding, cutting, scoring and sculpting, pleating and recycling. Each chapter begins with an overview and step-by-step photo tuturials of basic techniques. Each project includes step-by-step instructions and illustrations. A variety of papers are used for the projects, from standard cardstock and scrapbooking paper to art papers and recycled corrugated cardboard. All of the projects are accessible to the novice paper crafter but will also appeal to the more advanced crafter.
Sew fresh, stylish bags, pillows, and pincushions Bags, pillows, and pincushions are among the most popular projects for sewers and quilters. And it's no wonder?creating accessories and accents is a fast, approachable endeavor when you're itching to sew but don't have the time to tackle larger projects. Bags, Pillows, and Pincushions gives you a fresh, robust collection of sewing patterns from the editors of American Patchwork and Quilting ?5 of which are all?new projects, specially selected by your favorite editors. From approachable first projects to clever ideas for using scraps, you'll get step?bystep instructions for making beautiful bags to punch up your wardrobe, pillows to instantly update any d?cor, and pincushions worthy of treasured gift status. 45 patterns for stylish bags, pillows, and pincushions All projects tried, tested, and recommended by the editors of American Patchwork and Quilting Fullsize patterns for all projects offered in a tear?out pattern pack so you can use again and again. Brimming with beautiful photography throughout, Bags, Pillows, and Pincushions offers ideas and inspiration for every age and skill level.