He was the first celebrity chef the swashbuckling cook who crossed the high seas on a BBC budget communicating his love of food to millions of viewers. Make a wonderful dish & have a bloody good time: that was the criteria of Keith Floyds mission (a mission that lasted several decades). Along the way he inspired a generation of men to get into the kitchen. After starting out in a hotel kitchen in Bristol he made & lost fortunes was married four times & dealt with a level of fame that bemused him. Now in his honest & revealing memoir completed just before he died Keith reflects on the ups & downs of his career. Above all the much loved often copied Keith Floyd whooshes the reader through his adventures from the hilarious to the downright lunatic. As irrepressible funny & charming as Keith himself Stirred But Not Shaken" is a must-read for anyone who loves life food women.. .and a quick slurp." ...

Keith Floyd started out in a hotel kitchen in Bristol. He made & lost fortunes was married four times & dealt with a level of fame that bemused him. Now in this revealing memoir he reflects upon his colourful career. As irrepressible funny & charming as the man himself this is a must-read for anyone who loves life food women...and a quick slurp. This recording is unabridged. Typically abridged audiobooks are not more than 60 per cent of the authors work & as low as 30 per cent with characters & plotlines removed. ...

In this exciting finale Dax & his friends are moved to the country in a bid to keep their identities a secret but are the special forces who are transporting them their allies or are the Children of Limitless Ability being used as pawns in a much bigger scheme? Once again it is Dax who's at the centre of things
- it's him they want most of all. But who are 'they'? & who's the brains behind this master plan? Dax must save his friends from being sold as commodities to the highest bidder & in the process find out who his mother really is & how he & his friends ended up with such amazing powers.
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Sarah Lawrence uses mixed media stitching & numerous innovative techniques to produce stunning textile art with the accent ...

A gorgeous collection of over 45 lively fresh & fun projects designed by Eline Pellinkhof. Combines contemporary colours with vintage patterned fabrics & chic-boutique designs. Features cross stitch embroidery applique crochet embellishments & buttons. Bursting with butterflies birds & flowers this book is full of life. Beautiful colour photos accompany each project. ...

Knitters: Its time to take it to the next level. & who better than Debbie Stoller to show you how. The expert knitter & gifted edgy author who introduced knitting to a new generation with her New York Times" best seller " Stitch N Bitch: The Knitters Handbook" now shows her readers how to do more
- lots more. " Stitch N Bitch: Extreme" is the only knitters handbook to teach the full array of advanced knitting techniques & skills such as double-knitting knitting lace complicated colour work beading & more. Writing with the clarity that makes her such an effective teacher & the attitude that got her dubbed knitting superstar Stoller explains how to knit by the numbers get creative with stripes embellish with crochet beading & I-cords; how to make cable patterns; & how to use colour forms. Theres also a whole section on DIY
- which gives a tutorial on creating your own knitting patterns."

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Debbie does crochet! Debbie Stoller the knitting superstar" has been leading an entire movement of hip young knitters with her " New York Times" best seller " Stitch 'n Bitch" & it's follow up " Stitch 'n Bitch Nation". But guess what? For every one knitter in the world there are three crocheters
- which translates into millions of hip & crafty crocheter's ready to be happy hookers with stitch 'n bitch attitude. Written in cheeky chick style this heavily illustrated book
- featuring four-colour photographs & instructional illustrations throughout
- is chock full of instruction inspiration & to-die-for designs from a fishnet skullcap to a lacy evening wrap. For knitters & new crocheter's exploring the hook comes the primer a discussion of tools what the gauges mean plus basic techniques & stitch patterns
- including the chain stitch picot flowers filet crochet changing yarns & finishing. 40 fabulous funky projects
- & no there are no grandma's doilies!"




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A gorgeous collection of fun projects for your home & garden in Mandy Shaw's unmistakeable style. Combining applique embroidery patchwork quilting & sewing Stitch at Home is a fabric lover's dream featuring 20 hand & machine sewing projects in 9 themed sections. Be inspired by Mandy's unique motifs & fresh colour palette of teal raspberry cream & brown. Each project features step-by-step instructions & illustrated techniques making even the more complex projects beginner-friendly & the book even

Includes:: stitch diagrams for both right & left-handers. Inside Stitch at Home: Get Ready to Stitch
- Most of the projects in this book are decorated with applique embellished with simple hand embroidery stitches.

Includes:: information about the fabrics & threads used for the projects advice on working with applique using fusible webbing & working with stitches using Mandy's favourite stitches from satin stitch to blanket stitch. Home
- A stitchery sampler depicting the simpler things in life & features almost all the embroidery stitches that Mandy has used. Tea Time
- Start your own tea time magic with this striking Union Jack inspired tea cosy & a tablecloth that is ready laid out for the occasion! Sewing
- This Sewing Machine Cover will prove a beautiful & practical way of covering your big white sewing machine with colourful fabrics & pockets to store your sewing essentials; needles threads pencils. For when you want to stitch-on-the-go the Cottage Sewing Case provides a handy way to take your stitching tools with you! Pets
- Mandy introduces you to her pets & shows you how to pamper your own pooch with a sturdy dog bed a dandy neckerchief for a dog's collar & Mandy's dog has even inspired a delightful soft toy project. Beach
- Learn how to restore an old deckchair with heavy weight upholstery fabric a roomy beach bag to store all of your beach essentials & colourful bunting to hang in your garden. Village
- Mandy teaches you how to make the perfect patchwork quilt with its easy pieced block & simple applique shapes. Garden
- Create an easy-to-make & simple to erect tepee perfect for children or pets a weatherproof garden kneeler essential for any keen gardener & a handy leaf bag. House
- These cutwork cushions made with felt & fusible webbing are inspired by English artist Rob Ryan & the art of paper cutting. Christmas
- Be reminded of childhood & making traditional gingerbread houses when creating this embroidered fabric version the perfect gift & these delightful little gingerbread men to decorate the Christmas tree. Techniques
- More detailed advice on techniques such as binding sugar bagging edging with ric-rac braid making envelope cushions & utility stitches. Templates
- all the templates that you will need to create the projects. Get stitching with gorgeous embroidery & applique projects for your home your garden & your loved ones! From sweet little h&-sewn makes to whip up in an evening to intricate heirloom projects to take your time with this beautiful collection has over 20 truly stunning ideas!















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In this comprehensive guide to embroidery readers will learn the basic stitches & master 8 different embroidery styles including blackwork crewelwork hardanger pulled thread goldwork & freestyle. Every stitch has clear step-by-step instructions & is accompanied by coloured diagrams. 17 beautiful projects will inspire readers to try out their new skills with items ranging from bags & accessories to gifts & home decor. ...

In the maze-like dungeons of Castle Grotteskew the fightfully insane Professor Erasmus conducts his bizarre experiements on living things. His very first creation has long been forgotten
- a small almost-human creature known only as Stitch Head. Poor Stitch Head has spent years vying for attention amongst a menagerie of freakish monsters. When a travelling circus ringmaster Fulbert Freakfinder promises to make him a star Stitch Head wonders whether there is another life for him. But first he has to catch the professor's latest creation
- a monstrous three-armed creature that's just smashed its way to freedom...

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