Flowing 220 miles from source to the sea the Severn is Britains longest river. The author has followed the Severn along its first 100 or so miles photographing the present day views to compare with the enduring historic pictures which so appealed to Edwardian tourists & travellers. The Severn Plynlimon to Bridgnorth Through Time is the first of two books which give a unique insight into the history of this ever-changing river. The journey starts at the source of the Welsh Afon Hafren (Severn) on the boggy slopes of Plynlimon in the Cambrian Mountains & takes the reader through the Marches & into Shropshire. Reproduced in full colour this is an exciting examination of how the Severn has been immortalised by earlier generations of photographers & is essential reading for anyone who knows & loves this iconic waterway. ...

Popular guide covering the canals & waterways around Birmingham & the River Severn. Colour Ordnance Survey (R) maps clearly show locks towpaths & boating facilities. There are also comprehensive navigational notes as well as descriptions of the towns & villages pubs & restaurants alongside the waterways. In print for over 30 years the Collins/ Nicholson guides to the waterways have always been a vital part of journeys along Britain's canals & rivers. They are designed for anyone & everyone with an interest in Britain's inland waterways
- from experienced boaters to those planning their first boat trip as well as walkers cyclists & visitors. The Ordnance Survey (R) Maps have added information showing: * Locks bridges tunnels aqueducts winding holes & towpaths. * Waterpoints sanitary stations pump out facilities & refuse disposal. * Boatyards pubs restaurants & local shops. * Mile markers & milestones (distance in miles & number of locks to strategic points along the waterways). Text
Includes:: * The history & background to each canal. * Local services & places of interest pubs & restaurants & NEW for this edition: postcodes added for each place. * Opportunities for walking & cycling. * NEW for this edition: notes on wildlife to be found along the waterways. Comprehensive navigational notes include: * Maximum

Dimensions & low bridges. * Mileages advice & potential hazards. * Navigation authorities & contact details. Waterways covered in this guide
- River Avon Birmingham Canal Navigations (Main Line) Droitwich Canal Gloucester & Sharpness Canal & the River Severn Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal Stourbridge & Dudley Canals Stratford-on-Avon Canal Worcester & Birmingham Canal.




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This map has been produced by Cycle City Guides" in partnership with Sustrans. It is designed to help you explore the area by bike & features suggested linking routes between National Cycle Routes local attractions & amenities. There are also city inset maps to help guide you through city centres & individual mapped day rides handpicked & ridden by Nick Cotton. Severn & Thames is a truly inspiring area to explore by bicycle. The Cotwolds the UKs largest Area of Outstanding National Beauty the heights of the Mendips hills & the rolling fields of the beautiful Wiltshire countryside are just some of the places to offer spectacular scenery. The whole of this area is scattered with quaint picturesque villages welcoming country pubs & places of historic interest." ...

Get sewing with this gorgeous collection of designs for everyday sewing projects including cushions curtains & corsages. Create original items for your home & wardrobe with Ginny & Alices fabulous stitch & sew designs. Whether you want to upcycle clothes or decorate your home this is packed full of sewing inspiration. Make the most of your textiles with this unique collection of irresistible homestyle projects cleverly combining new & recyled fabrics for vintage homespun & retro results. This title features 25 practical yet pretty projects for yourself & your home include cosy cushions & curtains beautiful table linen & gift bags irresistible handbags & cute cuddly toys. It is packed with ideas & opportunities to make the most of every last scrap of fabric whether its a luscious new fabric a pair of old pyjamas or a thrift store bargain. Simple embroidery skills & patchwork & applique techniques are all fully explained with simple step-by-step photography & easy-to-follow artworks. ...

Sew Iconic: How to Make 10 Classic Hollywood Dresses is a stylish guide to sewing the show-stopping outfits youve always wanted. Whether you saw it worn by Grace Kelly or Audrey Hepburn Marilyn Monroe or Keira Knightley now you can recreate that fabulous gown & fit it perfectly to your body type & size. Easy-to-follow steps & clear instructions demystify dressmaking for even the novice seamstress. Get ready to make the dress of your Hollywood dreams! ...

A jelly roll is a roll of pre-cut fabric strips manufactured & marketed through United Notions hugely popular Moda division. United Notions are the largest supplier & distributor of quilting fabrics pattern books & other products associated with quilting. The fabric strips in a jelly roll are a standard width & length (21/2 x 44in) & there are usually 40 strips a roll enabling quick & easy piecing for craft projects. All of the quilts in the book can be made using a single jelly roll through extra fabric is needed for the edging & backing fabric. This book contains information on materials & equipment as well as basic stitching techniques layering & basting quilting (by hand & machine) binding labelling & laundering. Theres even a section on cutting your own strips for those who prefer to use their own fabric choices rather than a pre-cut jelly roll. Each of the nine projects consist of a different quilt design together with a gift item made in a coordinating fabric including stylish bags a cushion pot holders & key fobs. Full instructions for each quilt are provided together with step-by-step photographs for the accompanying gift. stunning photography throughout & clear step-by-step instructions make this an ideal beginners book. ...

Lisa has appeared on the Alan Titchmarsh Show on ITV at Latitude festival & will feature on the Kirstie Allsop Craft Show in autumn 2012. Nobody wants to look like everyone else & Lisa shows you just how easy it is to stand out from the crowd. In these tough economic times were all looking for fun ways to make our pennies stretch further & so its no wonder making-your-own is back in vogue. Expert crafter Lisa Comfort in this her first book shares the secrets of her sewing passion. Lisa guides you through all the basics of sewing by hand & machine as well as providing you with the skills you need to follow her simple but stylish projects. Beautifully illustrated with step-by-step photography for over 25 fun & easy-to-follow sewing projects this book is guaranteed to get both fashionistas & the crafting community talking & the rest of us taking a trip to John Lewis...* Simple projects to make in a weekend. * Customise adapt & update vintage clothes. * Make your own accessories. * Easy instructions for one-off pieces to wear. Now pick up your needle & thread & get sewing! ...

Create beautiful yuletide accessories that enhance your home using stunningly simple but incredibly effective techniques. A Christmassy colour palette & lovable designs combine to create a festive & fun collection of over 35 projects. Easy-to-follow instructions gorgeous colour photographs & delightful illustrations accompany each project. With ideas for the entire home from the kitchen to children's bedrooms everyone will find a project they adore spreading a unique Christmas atmosphere throughout your house. Create many quirky & cool projects for each room in your home at Christmas Sew Pretty Christmas Homestyle is part of the popular Tilda range by Tone Finnanger Contents include The Entrance Hall ...

Create beautiful accessories to enhance your home using stunningly simple but incredibly effective techniques by creative crafter Tone Finnanger. A subtle colour palette & lovable Tilda designs combine to create a fresh & fun collection of over 35 projects. Easy-to-follow instructions gorgeous colour photos & delightful illustrations accompany each project along with actual-size templates that will ensure wonderful results. With pretty homestyle ideas for the entire home from the kitchen to childrens bedrooms everyone will find a project they adore. Tone Finnanger begins by breaking down the basics: fabrics & materials techniques such as embroidery & stitching & wrong side appliques transferring patterns & creating stuffed figures with faces & fancy hairdos. Fabulous projects are divided into sections of the home: The Entrance Hall that

Includes:: pretty felted door mats & lavender-scented shoe hearts; The Kitchen that

Includes:: cute cats & fragrant strawberries; The Dining Room that

Includes:: decorative table mats & a pretty cafetiere cosy; The Living Room that

Includes:: an extravagant tapestry & sweet house angels; The Conservatory that

Includes:: happy horses & garden angels; The Hobby Room that

Includes:: vintage-style pin cushions & fabric bags & boxes; The Bathroom that

Includes:: practical wall pouches & a make-up bag; The Bedroom that

Includes:: a woollen felt hot water bottle & handy sleeping masks; The Childrens Room that

Includes:: an array of figures from the book such as stumpy-legged dogs & good-natured teddy bears. You will fall in love with all of these charming projects. Make your house a home with this irresistible collection of simple h&-sewn accessories.

















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Kay Whitt loves designing bags & youre going to love sewing them! Take Your Pick of Styles With full instructions for twelve bags-and with a few clever variations thrown in-there are plenty of designs to choose from! Pick a handbag that is sweet sleek or funky. Or check out some of the other great designs: a flirty little backpack the perfect lunch bag convenient shopping bags & handy task-oriented bags (whether that task involves a laptop gym clothes or diapers). Each design is easy to adapt to your style. Hone Your Skills Check out the technique section which

Includes:: step-by-step photos to freshen up your skills & learn about a few new notions too. Next move on to the projects to put your know-how in motion. Flip to the Simple Bags for something quick & fun to sew. & even though these bags are easy to make the end results are clever & cute. Step it up in the Intermediate Bags section with bags that play up your style. Learn a few new skills try out a few new tools & make yourself a bag you can really show off. The Challenging Bags section takes you to the level of bag maven. The bags construction may be complex but the instructions are not. Sew it together step by step & find yourself with a truly professional beautifully constructed bag. The bags in this book are truly extraordinary-and with Kays instruction they are oh-so-easy to make.

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