What are countries famous for making? For Japan, the answer might be electronic goods. For Germany, automobiles. For France, perhaps a Louis Vuitton bag. But what about Britain? Here, Evan Davis sets himself the task of finding out. Offering a fascinating look at our manufacturing industries & revealing the various companies that might not be household names, but are very much world leaders in their fields, he shows how we have learnt to specialise in high end & niche areas that are the envy of the world. Taking in our disappointments & successes, Made in Britain is a brilliantly readable tour of our economic history, exploring the curious blend of resilience, innovation & economic free-thinking that makes us who we are. The size of this book is 19.7cm in height & 12.7cm wide with 276 pages. ...

From pink cotton dresses with embroidered hems to bibs with bright motifs & stripy blankets, Made in France: Cross-Stitch & Embroidery for Babies, Toddlers & Children will inspire readers with its unique collection of embroidery & cross-stitch projects in the finest French style. With all the projects tailored to suit babies & young children, this book is the perfect gift for expectant mothers or friends & family. Making these affordable gifts is possible for beginners & accomplished crafters alike following the step-by-step instructions, & will take only a little time & care. With the help of Made in France: Cross-Stitch & Embroidery for Babies, Toddlers & Children, readers can create clothes & accessories from scratch & breathe new life into pre-loved items. Key points: provides readers with the skills & inspiration to tailor their own clothes & accessories for babies & toddlers; readers can update accessories they already own, making these projects very economical;

Includes:: step-by-step instructions, illustrations & a full page photo of each & every project.

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Hikaru Noguchi has created around 30 projects to knit & crochet in her typically sophisticated & quirky style. Scarves, caps, mittens, small brooches, ponchos...but also booties & slippers, two or three jumpers, a few cushions & a throw-blanket for those long winter nights. Noguchi's use of traditional knitting patterns & techniques combined with unusual juxtapositions of colour & texture make these projects both easy & interesting to make & wear. Made in France Knitting is also full of little things to crochet, cut out or sew so you can embellish your creations, &

Includes:: a techniques section & clear diagrams for each project.

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Be inspired by the earthy texture & elegant shades of linen & a stash of irresistible ribbons. Linen & Thread shows you how to use this versatile fabric to create & embellish beautiful accessories for the home. Follow the simple instructions to sew cushions, table linen, aprons, blankets or bags, & embroider your homewares with the charming motifs provided. All you need for a perfect finish is an exquisite length of rick rack or braid. Key points: each project is illustrated with a full page photograph, cross-stitch grid & instructional diagrams; simple cross-stitch motifs can be used both on the book's projects & to embellish any home accessories; easy patterns & stitches make every project accessible to complete beginners. ...

Rising star Aiden Byrne brings you this exciting new cookbook, sharing his passion for great British cooking. With 150 delicious recipes divided into 4 chapters covering fish, meat, vegetables & desserts, Aiden's recipes include beautiful simple dishes to the more fabulous creations. Aiden authoritatively writes on a number of food issues, detailing his visits to suppliers, sourcing ingredients & work in the kitchen. Made in Great Britain is not only a celebration of British food but a fascinating look at the motivation, attitude & passion of an emerging talent. ...

In this inspirational book of one woman s journey through depression, Beverley Jones leads you along her personal road to recovery & beyond, courageously demonstrating how an ordinary life can become extraordinary & how experience can indeed be the gr ...

A triple bill of romantic comedies. ~ In ' Made of Honour' (2008), when serial womaniser Tom (Patrick Dempsey)'s long-time best friend Hannah (Michelle Monaghan) becomes engaged to Colin (Kevin Mc Kidd), Tom comes to the realisation that Hannah is in fact t ...

Including case histories & anecdotes, this book shows, among other things, how one Australian scientist convinced the world he'd discovered the cause of stomach ulcers by drinking a glass filled with bacteria, & how a gifted sports reporter got people to watch a football match by showing them the outside of the stadium. ...

Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday, Maisy went to Grandma's house. They had such fun together! One day, on Maisy's birthday, Grandma had a special plan. They were going to make a cake, using Grandma's secret recipe! A story about the special bond between a grandma & her granddaughter. Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9781787009141 •†Author:   Susie Linn & Sally Garland •†Publisher:   Imagine That •†Format:   Paperback •†Pages:† 32 •†Dimensions:† 20 x 14 x 1 cm ...

This fun-filled book has everything you need to make your gifts look gorgeous.

Its full of cute designs, adorable patterns

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