Now you can make one-of-a-kind quilts. Let our designers guide you on the techniques for free form piecing. No stress, no worries, just 10 gorgeous quilt projects with endless possibilities. Take your quilting to a new level. Make every quilt unique.
You'll discover why free form piecing is all the rage.
Added BONUS tutorials found in this book:
Raw-edge Applique
Corner Pocket Hangers
Cutting Bias Strips Chenille
Strips Determining Border Lengths
Mitered Corner Borders.

Celebrate the pairing of timeless quilt designs and classic American homes. Designer Ellen Murphy has created unique quilts inspired by the colors and shapes of American houses, from farmhouses to brownstones. These quilts will beautify any decor. The book includes patterns and complete instructions for 9 traditional pieced quilts in a variety of sizes and color palettes, plus inspirational photos featuring iconic American homes. Classic-styled quilts are perfect for building your sewing skills: begin with simple squares and work your way up to more challenging diamond patterns.

Blocks with options has everything you need to explore quick and easy quilt projects that can be adjusted to your needs. If you want to see how a pattern will look in different colors, this is the book for you. Imagine your quilt your way.
Sometimes a quilter loves certain pattern but can't imagine it in another color.
Maybe the size of the quilt isn't what you want, but you're unsure about how to alter the quilt to the size you desire. These are easy fixes if you know how to make the changes, but if not, it can be frustrating.
Every quilt you make should have a piece of your personality in it-whether it means changing the color or the size. Patterns are only guidelines and inspiration. This book is just that-inspirational! It contains 10 quilts projects, each with a different color option. Several projects also have diagrams to show you how to increase or decrease the design.

This title lets you turn off the tech and turn on the imagination with these engaging handmade toys. You can create artistic handmade toys to delight your little ones.
From a charming tea party and delicious ice cream shop to an adventuresome tepee, the fun-worthy projects in this book will ignite your child's imagination and provide hours of open-ended play. The 10 projects include over 75 patterns. Simple enough to make in a day, each pattern uses readily available store-bought materials and comes with full-colour photographs and step-by-step instructions.

These 11 beautiful designs brought to you from Annie's own Carolyn Vagts will give you several quilt-it-as-you-go options for finishing your projects. Any quilter with an over-abundance of scraps will absolutely love the ideas and techniques presented in this book. There are 11 projects to keep you entertained for hours on end. 48 all-color pages.
In this book you'll learn:
How to quilt string pieced blocks
How to do raw-edge fusible applique
Do mitered corner binding
How to make a bargello quilt
Numerous helpful tips and tricks from expert quilters
Much more!

Bibilla Knotted Lace Flowers brings to a modern audience a form of lace that is believed to have originated in antiquity and that has been practised in many countries of the eastern Mediterranean. Knotted lace has all but died out in most places, but it is still made in modern-day Turkey and used to adorn headscarves and other items of clothing. This book was inspired by her desire to create new designs in knotted lace, and is the result of countless hours of experimentation. She has modified the traditional techniques to make her flowers as realistic as possible. Patterns for several flowers commonly found in Australian gardens, and a number of Australian natives, are the result of her work. Elena's detailed step-by-step illustrated instructions for each flower will ensure success for any lacemaker, beginner or expert.

Table décor is such a wonderful subject for a sewing book! We all gather around the table for our most important occasions and making an effort to dress up the table shows the care and affection we have for our family and guests. Table decor is a great way to make our everyday meals seem like special occasions. This book has themed sets that reflect the four seasons and Christmas. The designs are fat quarter friendly and are quick and fun to stitch up for your own table or as treasured gift.

Pia Deges has used a rainbow of colours to create this fun collection of 40 unique Christmas projects. From tree decorations and games to pretty gifts and delicious cookies, the projects cover a wide range of different crafts. Whether felted, baked, sewn or stuck, there is something for everyone! It caters for all skill levels and ages and utilises all the 'staple' craft apparatus so you won't need any extra special materials to complete the projects. There are also craft ideas for New Year's Eve with instructions for party hats and confetti. So if you're planning a homemade Christmas full of crafty creations this book is full of great ideas and inspiration for the whole family.

Everything you need to know about hand appliqué is in this newly updated version of the comprehensive guide from Piece O' Cake Designs. You'll find all the latest tips and techniques to help you stitch your own appliqué creations, plus charming new appliqué patterns in the colorful Piece O' Cake style.
9 new appliqué blocks make charming miniature quilts or mix-and-match samplers
5 new quilt projects include complete instructions and full-size pullout patterns
Basic stitches are shown for both right and left handers

Set a fresh and festive table all year round with 12 seasonal table runners, placemats, and napkin patterns from best-selling designer Kim Schaefer. These charming table decorations are so quick and easy to make, you'll want to show off a different one for every month of the year. Calendar Runners make great gifts too, for housewarmings, holidays, and other occasions. Runners are 20 1/2" x 64 1/2" and the placemats are 12 1/2" x 20 1/2".
Pattern pack includes pattern links and instruction booklet
Fast fusible appliqué lets you dress up your table in no time
Complement your table décor with Kim Schaefer's coordinating Calendar Quilt wall quilts
Pattern pack contains a 16p color booklet plus 12 - 12" x 18" pattern sheets

In Patchwork, Please!, Stitch magazine contributor Ayumi Takahashi has created playful and practical patchwork projects for the home and the people who live in it. Sewing should be fun, and Ayumi Takahashi's patchwork projects embody that happy, playful approach.
Known for both her distinctive combination of patterned fabrics and her quirky interpretations of vintage style, Ayumi brings this signature approach to 19 sewing projects. The book begins with basic techniques in patchwork, paper piecing, raw-edged applique, and machine and hand embroidery. Then it's straight into an appealing assortment of projects for the kitchen, home, family, and friends.

Share in Sarah Fielke's addiction to quilts with her 16 breathtaking new projects. For over 15 years, through her blog, her stunning quilt books, her fun classes and her fabric, Sarah Fielke has been inspiring quilters worldwide to step outside their comfort zone with her vibrant and contemporary designs. Hand Quilted with Love is no exception. With 16 stunning new projects, you can join in Sarah's passion for this addictive craft. Whether you class yourself modern or traditional, a beginner or advanced quilter, there is a project in this book to inspire and challenge your own passion for quilting. This beautifully photographed book is brimming with Sarah's insider tips and provides the quilter with an accessible way to try out new methods, textures and colours, and in the process build upon their skills. Sarah also shares her passion for needle-turn applique and hand-quilting techniques, which give her quilts their contemporary and unique style. Share in Sarah's love for this truly addictive pastime.

From serene florals to cheery nursery rhymes this gorgeous book features blankets to suit every taste. The designs include cheery wool-embroidered blankets, a delicate shawl, a sweet bassinette blanket, and contemporary designs perfect for the nursery or the living room. New stitchers and experienced embroiderers alike will enjoy the lavish photography and easy-to-follow instructions.
The book features seven blankets and three bonus projects. Each project features detailed instructions, fully illustrated with colour photographs and helpful diagrams.
Comprehensive construction details for all projects

This new mini edition of Patch! encapsulates Cath Kidston s new and innovative take on traditional patchwork. Patch! combines the established techniques with a more contemporary approach to the craft. Mixing her own distinctive prints with vintage fabrics, Cath has designed over 30 original and irresistible projects including not just the pieced bedcovers that you might expect but also numerous accessories and homewares - bags, cushions, pillowcases and even a toddler s toy ball and Stanley dog.
There is wide range of techniques from simple machine piecing to more complex patchwork which makes this a wonderful book not only for beginners but also for advanced sewers. The book includes a free needle kit and 12 templates.
With clearly written instructions, explanatory diagrams and detailed colour photographs, Patch! is the worthy successor to the best-selling Make! Sew! and Stitch!

What do quilters want? Quilters want to decorate their homes with beautiful projects that show their craft to the world. Here are nine complete table settings that do just that! From Beginner to Advanced, these sets are arranged by theme - including Movie Night, Let's Party, Wine & Cheese, a Christmas Braided Star - right down to a table topper designed for a Quilting Bee. But it doesn't stop there! A well dressed table isn't just about fabric. The look is completed with a selection of easy-to do paper accessories that match the quilted toppers, mats, coasters, runners and napkins. The table will shine and the compliments will flow! Quilters looking for new and unique table projects will love this book. The hostess who enjoys changing the look of her table to match the theme of the party will find 9 great quilted projects and matching paper accessories. But you don't have to be throwing a party to appreciate the projects in this book. There are themes for every day dining and family evenings at home. And what makes a better wedding or hostess gift than hand made table settings?

Sew a gorgeous handmade gift with over 25 simple patchwork, applique and embroidery patterns for you to make at home. Patchwork isn't just about making quilts; it's about creating smaller projects too, and sewing something pretty to treasure! Pretty Patchwork Gifts has a tempting range of quick-to-stitch patchwork patterns to get you started; from appliqué cushion designs and hand-pieced doll's quilts, to pretty birdhouses, brooches, boxes and even soft toy rabbits in pretty patchwork dresses. Each chapter features easy-to-follow instructions, diagrams and templates, with gorgeous full-colour photography. Use these designs as a starting point to inspire your own creativity, and make pretty patchwork gifts for friends and family, for every occasion!
Beautiful projects in fresh, contemporary colourways
Achievable for beginners yet with enough intricacy to appeal to more seasoned fabric crafters
Full instructions and illustrations
with templates and tips

The Needlecraft Style Directory is a comprehensive and accessible guide to stitch craft, for crafters of all levels. The book reveals exactly what each type of needlecraft involves, the basic stitches needed and the common characteristics of each stitch, allowing the reader to select the best technique for their designs.
Divided into two main sections, the first part of the book explores an extensive variety of needlecraft styles, covering everything from candlewicking to crewel, sashiko quilting to smocking and needlepoint to needle felting. Galleries of finished pieces provide inspiration and ideas for creative new projects. Outlining the basic technique, tools, materials, and common applications, each entry also highlights the most common stitches used for each style, while cross referencing these stitches in section two.
Guaranteed to prove useful to all crafters, the second part of the book is organized as a stitch directory, complete with easy to follow diagrams that show readers how to work each individual stitch required for their chosen needlecraft style, as well as featuring overviews that present the stitches worked in various styles on finished pieces. An extensive glossary concludes the book, clarifying and demystifying a wide range of terms that can often prove confusing to even the most experienced of needlecrafters.
The Needlecraft Style Directory is the ultimate reference for embroiderers, sewers, quilters and needlecraft enthusiasts of all levels.

With an emphasis on Jane Brocket's 'gentle' approach to craft, this book celebrates the simple act and very enjoyable pleasures of stitching.
In a collection of more than 40 projects, Jane will show you how to make simple, stylish, and eye-catching pieces for your home. Whatever you choose to make, from quilts and samplers to needlepoint pin cushions and stitched greetings cards, Jane's unique take on stitching will ensure that the creative process is as enjoyable as seeing the finished object.
The author's text and photographs outline her inspiration for each project, and includes her top tips on the best places to find fabrics, ribbon, buttons and everything else you need to create beautiful, gentle stitching. With techniques as varied as Japanese Sashiko, kantha quilting, traditional cross stitch and modern day 'crinoline ladies', there is something here for every keen stitcher.

Give your favourite boots a fresh twist with a great new fashion: boot toppers.
Monica Russel presents an appealing range of boot toppers for you to choose from.
Stylish and practical, this book contains patterns for twenty great pairs of cuffs, covers and hugs in a variety of styles for your boots. The book contains variations, and all the information you need on materials and terminology. It's a great way to make gifts for your friends, and they're so simple, even knitting newcomers can have a go!

Fascinators, headbands and hair clips of every shape and size dominate the high street and this collection of eye catching projects shows you how to make and create your own unique quirky and colourful hair accessories.
The projects are made using a range of needlecraft techniques including sewing, embroidery, knitting and crochet. Headbands and hair clips are embellished with embroidery stitches, buttons and beads for a totally original look that you can't buy on the high street.
Easy to follow instructions make these projects quick and easy to complete. Create unique gifts for friends and family with these origina design ideas for all kinds of hair accessories.
Get ready to turn heads with these fun and fabulous fascinators!

Jane Halliwell Green brings floral patterns to life in her book Rugs in Bloom: Shading Flowers in Hooked Rugs. Covering both traditional and contemporary hooking techniques, Rugs in Bloom features clear, concise directions on how to paint flowers with wool.
The book is filled with plenty of visual aids including beautiful botanical drawings by the author and easy-to-follow shaded diagrams that illustrate the values in flowers to guide your hooking. Jane covers a wide range of techniques to apply to any rug hooker, including techniques for both finely shaded and primitive floral rugs. Also included is the author's signature dye recipes as well as a free pull-out pattern for rug hookers to practice their newly learned skills.

A stunning showcase of the 12 winning quilt designs from the finalists of the 2010/2011 Jelly Roll Dreams international quilting competition. Alongside the winning entries, every quilt has been recreated by the authors, ensuring absolute accuracy and providing readers with an alternative colour variation. Each design comes with a full colour styled photograph, comprehensive making instructions and diagrams, and requires just one Jelly Roll to make.

Whatever is your level of experience with pearls, you will certainly find the perfect project in this book with step by step explanations. These miniature projects range from the most basic to the most elaborate.

Red and white is a hugely popular colour combination that is well-suited to the fresh, contemporary, Scandinavian-inspired designs in this book. There are easy-to-follow instructions and templates for 55 gorgeous items for your home, including pretty painted flowerpots for the garden, a patchwork tablecloth, aprons and napkins for the kitchen, hanging garlands, pennants and table decorations for the living and dining rooms, and beautiful gift ideas for your family and friends that include greetings cards, gift tags and a pretty heart-shaped box. The gorgeous photographs and simple, modern designs will make you want to start sewing and making straight away, even if you are a complete beginner. And with such a huge range of designs to choose from, you are guaranteed to be irresistibly drawn to at least one of the items in this book. With a useful section on the basic techniques needed for the projects and a handy fold-out sheet of full-size templates for the larger items, this book simply provides everything you need to add a touch of Scandinavian magic to your home.

In this fun addition to the successful Twenty to Make series, Kate Haxell shows how to make twenty gorgeous flower designs in a range of stunning fabrics and finishes. Perfect sewing projects to adorn the home, clothes and accessories, these flower designs are also fabulous for parties or weddings, or simply displayed in a vase. The projects can be made into corsages and brooches, sewn on to bags, cushions, scarves and cardigans, or glued to Alice bands and shoes. Full sewing patterns/templates are included, as are full instructions for each flower project.

Parchment craft involves using parchment paper; a strong and flexible translucent paper. The techniques used include tracing from a design, embossing (raising) the pattern, perforating, cutting, painting and creative art stamping. This book features over 15 beautiful designs including greetings and celebration cards, decorated envelopes, splendid wall decorations, colourful bookmarks, lampshades and cut-out cards. Clear, step-by-step instructions and patterns accompany every project plus all the basic techniques and equipment are explained in full at the beginning of the book. The projects are perfect for both newcomers to the hobby and those already addicted to this compelling craft. To help beginners, the book is divided into different projects, each one teaching a new technique enabling the reader to build up a repertoire of skills. For the more experienced, this book is a source of new patterns and ideas.
A comprehensive list of suppliers and stockists of materials is included to help with sourcing equipment.

Use the beautiful designs in this book to give your home a contemporary Scandinavian feel. An ideal book for the modern home-maker, the gorgeous photographs and pretty designs will make you want to pick up a needle and thread a get sewing straight away, even if you are a complete beginner. There's a huge range of items to choose from for every room in the house, including the bedroom, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and children's rooms, all with a complete list of the materials needed to make them, a clear set of instructions, and patterns, templates and diagrams where needed. Make pretty tablecloths and napkins, bags, slippers soft toys and lampshades, to name but a few of the items in this book. Match your own style by simply changing the colours and fabrics - there are endless possibilities for making your home a comfortable and stylish place for all the family, filled with unique pieces that you have made yourself.

Beginning to intermediate level quilters will love this rich collection of runner designs with concise instructions that guide them through each exciting project.
Several of the provided patterns are reversible, adding an extra layer of functionality to the finished product. Directions for adjusting patterns to fit a specific table, dresser, or trunk are included-ideal for displaying projects in almost any room of the home. As a special bonus, patterns are provided for matching napkins and rings.

Kay Dennis is passionate about Stumpwork. This intricate, raised and padded embroidery has its origins in the 17th century, and is enjoying a revival amongst embroiderers and lacemakers. It is wonderfully versatile and will appeal both to the novice and needleworker. Using a mix of flat, padded, wired and free-standing elements, it employs a wide range of embroidery techniques. This comprehensive and colourful book covers both basic and needle lace techniques sections on each contain a series of elaborate step-by-step demonstrations showing how to work individual techniques, followed by a project combining all the methods. Kay takes inspiration from a variety of sources and her designs include animals, flowers, fruits and insects popular motifs in the 17th century. She also creates contemporary designs and there are advanced projects on landscape and figurative work. A gallery of Kay's work is included to inspire the reader.

When the book World's Most Beautiful Embroidered Blankets was released in 2004 it was unsurpassed in its beauty and presentation.
The needlework community couldn't get enough. The follow up title More Beautiful Embroidered Blankets followed in 2009 and went on to become a best seller. More Beautiful Embroidered Blankets showcases 9 stunning blankets featuring timeless designs for every occasion. Each blanket is exquisitely photographed and superbly presented with detailed and concise instructions. From magnificent throws with spectacular flowers and fruits to gorgeous nursery blankets, this collection of the world's most beautiful embroidery is not to be missed.

Everyone loves bears and this adorable quilt by renowned Australian artist Jenny McWhinney, features twelve unique and irresistible embroidered character bears. Perfect as a memorable gift for a loved one, or a cosy addition to your home, Jenny firmly believes that everyone can embroider her designs, making this an ideal book for both embroiderers and quilt makers. Featuring vibrant illustrations, full-size patterns, step-by-step photographs and construction guide for the quilt are all included.

There are many ways to appliqué fabrics together and an enormous range of decorative possibilities to choose from. This workbook can be used as a starting point for instruction and inspiration and finally as a guide to adapt ideas to create your own wonderful appliqué projects. There is a wealth of information here that will guide the novice through to the advanced with wonderful photographs, easy step-by-step instructions, and finally a gallery of appliquéd quilts that will delight and inspire.
Wonderful appliqué projects
Complete learning package ideas, techniques, product information, step-by-step instructions, photographs
For beginner to advanced levels of expertise in appliqué
Award-winning author, Eileen Campbell, is highly regarded throughout the world with her appliqué and quilting

Aimed at anyone who has ever wanted to create their own garment from scratch or just fix a hem. Covers machine and hand sewing techniques.
All techniques are meticulously demonstrated with step-by-step photographs to achieve a professional outcome. Readers are encouraged to develop their own creativity with plenty of hints and tips used by professional sewers.

If "You can never have too many bags" is your motto, M'Liss Rae Hawley has just what you need: every kind of bag, from cute little children's purses, to handy pouches that make packing for vacation a breeze, and elegant evening bags for hitting the town in style. Add your own personal touch with handles and embellishments: appliqué, quilting, embroidery, buttons, beads, ribbons, and trims.

The traditional Pennsylvania Dutch folk practice of painting colorful, round geometric designs directly on barns was adapted to a detached disk format in the mid-twentieth century. Ivan E. Hoyt is one of the most celebrated artisans of hex sign painting, and in this detailed how-to book he shares his knowledge, providing information on tools, step-by-step instructions and photographs, design ideas, and painting tips. Projects include rosette, star, tulip, maple, and oak designs.

Among the many flowers in this book are: nénuphar, clematis, tulip, fuchsia, daffodil, blueberry, iris, snow drop, rose, peony, orchid and columbine. Numerous colour diagrams explain the technique. At the end of the book, many photos of projects give ideas to inspire your own creation.

Créez des vêtements d'enfants uniques sans casser votre budget. Les modèles branchés proposés invitent l'art du smocks dans la garde-robe de vos enfants. Cette collection unique vous explique comment ajouter des smocks sur des pyjamas, jeans, jupes, corsages, robes... Neuf patrons originaux, vous permettent de créer des vêtements pour bébés (de 3 mois à 24 mois) et enfants (de 4 à 14 ans) et sont expliqués par des photographies pas à pas et instructions simples. Les techniques de smocks sont accessibles au débutant.

This handy reference guide will help with every aspect of needlepoint, including choosing needle sizes, suitable threads, frames and hoops; starting and ending threads, and a useful section on how to design your own pieces. Every stitch is accompanied by both step-by-step photographs and clear diagrams, making this an invaluable reference point for more than fifty invaluable stitches.

A step-by-step approach to silk ribbon embroidery. All the questions you ever wanted to ask in a silk ribbon embroidery class answered for you, with illustrations and instructions.
The lessons in the book are based on the very popular workshops conducted by Helen throughout Australia and New Zealand. Here the information and skills needed for success with silk ribbon embroidery are presented in an interesting and informative manner. The illustrations and instructions will give embroiderers, at both beginner and advanced levels, the knowledge and confidence to try this needle art without structured classes or supervision by a qualified tutor.
This elegant needle art is a much faster form of stitching than traditional cross-stitch or tapestry and is ideally suited to the creation of the useful and decorative objects for the home in the book's fully described and illustrated projects.

Punchneedle Creations is an inspiring book for anyone who loves embroidery. This book leads the embroiderer into a wonderland of stunning punchneedle embroidery. All of the basic and many exciting new techniques are fully explained through clear step-by-step instructions, diagrams and pages of coloured photographs. There are over twenty inspirational and delightful projects to work. Pamela's confident and easy style demonstrates to the beginner and the more advanced embroiderer not only how to clearly understand the fundamentals but also encourages and inspires them to 'push the boundaries' with their punchneedle embroidery.

Floral Interpretations for Silk Ribbon is beautifully presented. Helen has created a visually attractive book with the use of stunning photography and very pretty watercolours of many varieties of flowers.
A guide to creating beautiful silk embroidered flowers from nature, this book includes beautiful photographs, watercolours and illustrations of flowers. Helen has interpreted these images by creating complete projects of the flowers in silk ribbon in cottage and country garden settings.
Included is a basic guide to fabrics, needles, pattern transfer, silk ribbons, starting/finishing, painted backgrounds and stitching techniques with illustrations. Projects include a variety of flowers, including roses, irises, everlasting/shasta daisies, asters, cornflowers, lavender, buddlia, gardenia, cherry blossom, violets, pansies, hyacinths, foxglove, as well as a small collection of native flowers. Not only are there projects for individual flowers, there are also complete landscape style embroidered projects showing the flowers in company with one another and in natural or garden settings.

Within this fabulous book you will learn the beautiful art of bead embroidery! You will explore a variety of techniques including smocking, pin tucking, beading, couching and piping! Clear instructions and nearly 200 step-by-step photographs will help you create 17 gorgeous projects, designed by some of the world's best respected needlewomen, such as Susan O'Connor, Christine Bishop, Julie Graue, Liz Vickery, Carolyn Pearce and Anna Scott. From a simple but versatile flower design to dazzling evening bags, these projects will inspire and delight all who love embroidery. Find out how to embellish a cardigan with sophisticated beading designed by Karen Torrisi, beader to the stars. Enhance your tree with Carolyn Pearce's exquisite Christmas decorations or delight a bride with helen Eriksson's romantic bridal accessories.

Celebrated designer Amy Butler brings her fresh, modern style to the timeless craft of sewing. In this lavishly illustrated collection of patterns, she presents more than 25 charming projects ranging from cushy floor cushions to smart aprons to stylish handbags. Our innovative packaging makes for easy usepattern sheets are neatly tucked into a folder on the inside cover of this full-color, lay-flat spiralbound book. Lush photographs inspire, while how-to illustrations and straightforward text (minus the confusing sewing lingo) make it a cinch to achieve beautifully finished projects. In addition, Amy offers thoughtful tips on finding and treating new or vintage fabrics, an easy-to-navigate techniques section, and a glossary and resource guide at back. Whether it's chic placemats and napkins for the kitchen, a luxurious kimono-style robe for the bath, or handy organizer baskets for the home office Amy Butler's In Stitches makes it easy to create beautiful accessories for every room and every mood.

Now, in her much-anticipated first book, embroidery pioneer Jenny Hart brings her sublime designs to everyone. Expanding on the offerings of her "Stitch-It Kit," "Sublime Stitching" offers all the instructions, tips, and hip patterns needed to create hundreds of stylish projects. Perfect for stitchers of all experience levels, this charmingly photographed book includes simple directions and inspiring project ideas for stitching up jeans, handbags, neckties, baby bibs, and more. Best of all are the entirely original, ready-to-use iron-on patterns bound in the back. Jenny has included all sorts of delightful designsfrom cheeky margaritas and maracas to classic teapots and cupcakes. These patterns are easy to remove after using, and a cinch to store in the handy pockets on the inside covers. Believe it or not, each pattern can be used up to nine times. Now that's sublime.

From Aran knitting to Fair Isle, from Entrelac to Intarsia, this book will tell you almost everything there is to know about this beautiful and practical craft.
Starting with the basics, we teach you about the different types of tools and the wonderful array of yarns that are available today. We give you easy to follow step-by-step instructions for various ways to hold the yarn and needles, cast on and cast off, work basic stitches, increase and decrease, make buttonholes, knit bands, read and adapt patterns, finish off, fix mistakes and care for your knitted garments. And then there's more ... learn about knitting in the round, loop knitting, Shaker knitting, slanted knitting, lace knitting, and much more. Be inspired to embellish your knitting with surface embroidery, Swiss darning, smocking, beads and sequins.

This book is the first edition. This easy to use book takes the reader on a fascinating journey into the wonderful world of canvaswork, with plenty to enhance the stitch repertoire of those already captivated by this versatile form of embroidery. The book encompasses 65 stitches, including the most popular and commonly known, cross stitch and tent stitch, with easy to follow instructions and over 1200 step-by-step photographs. Up-to-date information about fabrics, threads and tools along with dozens of helpful hints makes A-Z of Needlepoint a must have addition to any embroiderer's library.

Patricia Wing shows how to create exquisite cards using beads, thread, gems and lace combined with pricking and embossing techniques. Learn how to glue on beads or sew them into pricked designs, create gem flowers, cut out and dye lace, and how to use punched shapes, parchment and embossed patterns to decorage cards. Complete beginners and experienced crafters will be inspired by Patricia's subtle, delicately beautiful cards.

Following the enormous success of her previous stumpwork embroidery titles, this book brings together in one volume the first two titles from Jane Nicholas. Comprehensive and well combined to make one impressive book, The Complete Book of Stumpwork Embroidery combines the techniques, stitches, instructions and projects of the popular Stumpwork Embroidery: A Collection of Fruits, Flowers and Insects for Contemporary Raised Embroidery and Stumpwork Embroidery: Designs and Projects. Discover Jane's masterful application of harmoniously vivid colour and captivating texture- each marvellous design bound to fill the crafter's mind and hands with inspiration and enchanting imagination. Included are all the colour images and illustrations as well as an updated foreword and index. At 400 pages, this is a must-have for all embroiderers.

Pat uses exciting contemporary fabrics and glorious colors while maintaining the gracefulness and charm of this classic needlework style, also known as "crewel work." Presenting 28 unique appliqué designs, adapted from the Jacobean embroidery style, to embellish quilts, clothing, and home decor items. Enjoy these exquisite needlework designs of sweeping branches, graceful leaves, swirling vines, and exotic flowers. Includes 10 quilt projects and instructions for Pat's own appliqué method. The book offers help with choosing appropriate fabrics, as well as strategies for achieving beautiful color and contrast in appliqué work.

This stunning title by Roslynn Haq presents 15 wonderful projects, all with an enticing array of ribbon embroidery, catering for the beginner to the experienced embroiderer.
Explaining her unique stitches and techniques, she introduces the reader to the opportunities of paint. Full instructions are provided for making the small pots featured in her embroidery and on framing the finished product. Become inspired by magnificently diverse pieces that entice and satisfy the creative soul.
Discover this unique application of techniques and materials by creating your very own timeless work of art.

Have fun with felt! Here are 30 quick and easy projects made from one of the most inexpensive, readily available, and versatile materials around. In less than two hours, create fantastic, colourful items for yourself or to give as gifts. Encourage sweet dreams with moon and star shaped pillows. Welcome autumn with a group of festive 3-D pumpkins, and warm up the winter with a cheerful stuffed snowman. Make beaded ornaments, an address book, colorful party hats, table linens, home accessories, gift bags, baby blocks, a hopscotch board, and more.

Rich on history and technique, this definitive work by two leading beadworkers offers the first comprehensive look at the vast opportunities for self-expression with bead embroidery. Fabrics of all kinds - woven, non-woven, patterned, and plain, come together with beads of all kinds - seed, bugle, art, and novelty. The result is 10 stunning projects that both instruct and inspire. Four basic foundation stitches and their variations are illustrated in careful detail, and useful tricks of the trade abound for developing pattern and image. A colorful gallery of work by contemporary bead artists offers numerous ideas to inspire your own creations.

Whether as pastime or obsession, needle crafts are enjoyed by millions, and this ultimate guide presents all the tools of the trade. Small, spiral-bound, and sturdy, it fits in a pocket or a needlework bag and stands up on its own for the freedom of busy hands. Within its compact pages, this handbook contains detailed information on everything from picking the proper supplies to fixing the worst mistakes. Techniques include nine separate methods of starting a thread, five ways to end one, six varieties of embroidery, and 16 kinds of stitches. Also included are instructions on embellishing and directions for blocking and finishing.

Be enchanted by Helen Dafters stunning book that captures the beauty and grace of some of our most loved flowers including Cyclamen, Agapanthus, Lily of the Valley and Violas among many others. Whether you are new to silk embroidery, or want to expand your repertoire, you will enjoy every stitch in this little book, which includes 21 magnificent projects. Embellish garments and home decor or create trinkets and wall art with the popular floral designs in Helen's step-by-step instructional guide.
This book is essential for a crafter's bookshelf to enhance their work with charming floral embellishments.

The flowers selected for inclusion in this book are all Australian wildflowers.
However, they illustrate the many shapes and forms found in all flowers thus enabling the embroiderer to create flowers of preference simply by changing colours.
A few basic simple stitches are used in a variety of ways to produce various petal and leaf shapes.
Presented as botanical style samples, these designs can be used to decorate clothing, small gif items, crazy patchwork, incorporated in wool embroidery or landscape embroidery.
Jenny Bradford is one of the best-known silk ribbon embroiderers in the world and is the author of numerous best-selling books ans is sought after as a teacher and demonstrator.

A sequel to the highly successful Stumpwork Embroidery, Jane Nicholas takes readers on a truly enchanting journey featuring magnificently luscious floral displays and delightful critters of the outdoors. Delve into superb arrangements of colour and visible texture in Jane's sophisticated and impeccable designs. This beautifully designed book provides extensive explanation and clear instruction for creating your very own exquisite stumpwork pieces. Produce classic embroidered floral and wildlife pictures, intricate roundel's for a wall hanging or brooch, as well as stunning accessories and treasured gifts. Featuring an array of projects suitable for all levels of needlework ability, this outstanding guide is an essential for every ambitious craftsperson.

Flowers have long been a favourite subject for rug hooking, but their complexities can be intimidating. This book introduces the materials and methods necessary for rug hookers of all experience levels to create vibrant flowers. These detailed techniques can be adapted to any pattern.