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Animal Friends of Pica Pau 2Gather All 20 Original Amigurumi Characters Yan SchenkelWelcome to the wildly imaginative world of Pica Pau! Get together with the creative zebra, the thoughtful lion, the witty anteater, the flamboyant elephant and many more: there’s room for everyone at Yan Schenkel’s craft table! Toy maker, character designer, and crochet knitter Yan Schenkel has collected the most original amigurumi around her. She shows her passion for amigurumi crochet in 20 designs, and also shares special tips and tricks for every single project. All patterns contain detailed instructions, accompanied by step-by-step pictures and explanations of all techniques used, so both beginners and advanced crocheters can easily get acquainted with her animal band.

$34.99 Paperback 225 x 210mm 160pp 200571

Bold Beginner Knits Kate DaviesIf you can cast on / bind off, knit / purl, increased /decrease and knit back and forth / knit in the round, you’ll be able to make each of these six bold pieces: • Colourful modular blanket • Top-down cardigan • Simple beanie hat • Bottom-up yoke pullover • Garment knitted from side-to-side • Lace-patterned triangular shawl. Each pattern was specifically created to introduce new techniques and different methods of construction by knitting interesting designs that in no sense resemble beginner pieces. Unfamiliar techniques are introduced with links to relevant video tutorials and, from the straightforward pattern-writing style and visual layout, every element of the book is designed to be clear and easy to follow.

$44.99 Paperback 210 x 210mm 60pp 200772

Making with MeaningMore than 20 Meditative and Creative Crochet Projects Jessica CareyFeaturing more than 20 different crochet patterns to inspire you as you make time for making, the book offers instructions to those who want to begin their crochet journey and teaches how to crochet through detailed explanation and visual guidance. Projects vary in skill level but are all designed for readers to be able to free their minds, leaving space for stitch-repetition to kick in. Accompanied by essays focused on gratitude, creativity and living with intention, among other topics, the book invites you to take time to reflect on these themes and their presence in your life. The author offers support and encouragement so that you can strengthen more than just your crochet skills as you explore this adventure.

$34.99 Paperback 240 x 220mm 160pp 200654

Unicorns, Dragons and More Fantasy AmigurumiBring 14 Magical Characters to Life!The cute creatures in this magical world will charm you! Go for a swim with the mermaids and nymphs, go Nessie-spotting and dragon hunting and follow the fairies and unicorns on a walk through the forest. And there’s much more waiting for you at the end of the rainbow! Beginners as well as advanced crocheters can conjure up these adorable fantasy creatures with a flick of their hooks. All patterns are accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions as well as explanations of all stitches used, and are easily customizable, so it’s a small step to imagine your very own fantasy amigurumi!

$34.99 Paperback 230 x 190mm 128pp 200592

The Ultimate Granny Square Sourcebook 100 Contemporary Motifs to Mix and Match Joke Vermeiren (Ed)This granny square collection combines the styles of creative designers from all over the world, who each bring their best game to the table. With suggestions for captivating combinations, written instructions in US terms as well as clear graphs for every square, stitch instructions and techniques for blocking and joining, this sourcebook goes above and beyond to show you the endless possibilities of granny square crochet. All motifs match in both size and stitch count, so they can easily be combined into stunning combinations, bringing you the best of this unbeaten crochet classic! • 100 unique granny squares by 23 amazing designers • Each of the 100 squares can be mixed and matched with all others • Includes basic crochet tutorials, instructions for blocking and joining • Beginner-friendly squares as well as challenging patterns for experienced crocheters.

$44.99 Paperback 215 x 215mm 208pp 200477

Elemental Knits A Perennial Knitwear Collection Courtney SpainhowerElemental Knits is for women who aspire to be ever stylish, more comfortable and less wasteful. With knitwear designer Courtney Spainhower, you’ll craft an appearance that truly reflects your spirit. • Knit with intention, selecting patterns and fibres for their wearability, versatility and how they enhance your existing wardrobe • 20 patterns explore a range of knitting techniques with features suited to each season – texture and cables for autumn, all-over patterning for winter, garter and lace for spring and colourful accents for summer • Revel in gorgeous details that take these garments and accessories from functional to essential in a way that will have you wearing them year after year.

$47.99 Paperback 275 x 210mm 160pp 190043

Zoomigurumi 15 Cute Crochet Patterns by 12 Great DesignersIn Zoomigurumi, 12 designers have teamed up to create an amazing collection of amigurumi animals. Inside you’ll find Levi the Baby Bear, Reco the Pig, Zico the Toucan, Tara the Cat and more! With just a little practice, you’ll make all these amazing designs in a jiffy. If you’re not familiar with the techniques, don’t worry, the book covers all the basics so you won’t get lost reading your first pattern.

$34.99 Paperback 230 x 190mm 72pp 190977

The Art of Circular Yokes A Timeless Technique for 15 Modern Sweaters Kerry BogertThe timeless technique of knitting sweaters with nearly invisible shaping allows for painterly colourwork, illustrative lace, beautifully chiselled cables and so much more. The book features: • Detailed information on the math behind circular yokes and how to achieve a more customized fit – plus insights into designing your own original patterns • 15 stunning circular yoke pullovers and cardigans from various designers • Projects that once knit become treasured keepsakes for years to come.

$46.99 Paperback 250 x 200mm 160pp 190037

Knitting Learn It. Love It.Debbie TomkiesHere is a long-term reference guide to all the essential knitting techniques. Each chapter teaches basic skills in detail, with step-by-step guides and carefully annotated photographs and diagrams. There are simple ‘quick start’ projects to build confidence and help, galleries of inspirational projects using the techniques learned and guest designers sharing some of their favourite patterns plus knitting clinics for insider tips and advice on spotting and avoiding common mistakes.

$36.99 Paperback 245 x 190mm 160pp 200570

3-D Hand Loom WeavingSculptural Tools and TechniquesSally EyringThree new techniques are at the core of this exploration: weaving expanded areas, weaving dense areas and weaving with infinite tensioning. By showing the benefits of challenging every aspect of the weaving process and breaking some of the old rules, the author helps handweavers free their skills to design the shapes they want to create, and then weave them. Instructions for using these new techniques offer clear details, options and tips for making challenges work for you. Three fast and easy projects allow you to try the techniques on a four- or eight- shaft loom to make an actual project rather than just a sample.

$100 Spiral Bound Hardback 290 x 220mm 192pp 200544

Decorative Macramé 20 Stylish Projects for Your Home ShufunotomoDecorative Macramé walks you through the process of creating your own unique pieces, perfect for your space. Clear step-by-step photographs show you how to create the four basic knots and apply simple macramé techniques, while detailed diagrams help you with things like measurements – making the creation process less daunting. Diagrams, drawings and instructions show you how to create 20 projects that are simple enough for beginners, satisfying enough for practiced knotters. Ranging from small accessories to hanging statement pieces, everyone will be able to find something that catches their eye.

$24.99 Hardback 255 x 190mm 64pp 200685

Yarn Magazine #59Yarn #59 features: Articles • Versatility – Lynda Worthington • Adapting Patterns – Wendy Knight • Alexander Seraphim’s Fastener – Bohdan Makarov • The Versatility Vat: Dyeing with Indigo – Simone Cross • Growing Indigo – Alan R Jones. Patterns • Crochet: Very Versatile Crochet Bowls, Botanical Face Pads, Versatile Top • Knit: Versatile Shawls, Emmeline, Short and Sweet • Other Yarn Crafts: Windowpane Lace (pin weaving), Felted Tool Roll (felting), Wrap-n-Stack (yarn wrapping).

$11.50 Magazine 200830

Embellish Magazine #43Embellish #43 features the use of layers. Articles: • Artist Profile: Julia Andrijasevich • Reader Challenge Postcard Swap • Artist Profile: Sandra Tredwell – Felting in Three Dimensions • Layers: a photo essay by Penny Eamer • Winner Best Use of Embroidery, ATAA 2020: Mandy Ginsberg – Pastiche Vert. Projects / Techniques: • How to Make Sandra Tredwell’s Ornamental Felt Dice • Melting Pot • Salted Sandwiches Anyone? • Layered Flower Bag • Trapunto Pin Keep • Layered Lace Part 1: Embedded Lace • Layered Lace Part 2: Shadow Embroidery.

$11.50 Magazine 200831

Feathering the Nest 3Brigitte Giblin

2021 That Patchwork Place CalendarIncludes Instructions for 12 Projects

A Partridge in a Pear TreeCrochet the 12 Birds of ChristmasKerry Lord

Lace Reimagined30 Inspiring Projects for Making and Using Lace Creatively Elizabeth Healey

Feathering the Next 3 presents a selection of quilts, varying from small to large, and other surprise projects. Combining the author’s love of vintage quilts, bright and unexpected fabrics and simplified shapes, these quilts have a whimsical twist. If you love all types of hexagons, broderie perse, medallion quilts, snowflake blocks and framed vignettes, then look no further! The book is complete with a chapter on some of the author’s go-to techniques: rotary cutting, machine and hand piecing, hand appliqué, two methods for mitring borders and English paper piecing. With 19 projects, carefully detailed and richly illustrated with colour photos, there is simply a project for everyone! From Quiltmania with text in English and French.

Display That Patchwork Place’s quilt calendar in your home, office or sewing space, and sew a dozen projects to cherish for years to come.

In addition to providing year-round beauty, the calendar – now in its nineteenth year of publication – includes a 28-page pull-out booklet with complete instructions for making each project.

Taking inspiration from the famous Christmas carol, Kerry Lord has created this unique crochet collection.

Including John the Spotted Woodpecker for 12 Drummers Drumming, Lydia the Greylag Goose for 6 Geese a-laying and, of course, Felix the Partridge in a pear tree, this is Christmas fun at its most creative.

This original and exciting guide to lace is a visual feast of inspiring step-by-step projects; it will encourage you to experiment, inspire you with handy tips, and provide sources for further inspiration. It is a visual feast of 30 inspiring step-by-step projects; it includes in-depth features and fascinating asides relating to the history of lace; it will encourage you to experiment and it will inspire you with handy tips. The projects use bobbin lace, needle lace, needle weaving and drawn-thread work, all of which are clearly illustrated for beginners. Some projects feature techniques such as using concrete and papier-mâché; some feature ready-made lace, either entirely, or as something that can be added to.

$74.99 Paperback 260 x 210mm 232pp 200723 $34.99 Accessory 200350

$24.99 Hardback 200 x 200mm 96pp 200600 $36.99 Paperback 260 x 205mm 128pp 200019

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WOWbook 5 Lynda MonkWOWBook 5 welcomes back guest editor Lynda Monk bringing more wonderful workshops from today’s leading textile artists including: • Alice Fox is making and using botanical inks • Holly Hart produces beautiful animals with paint and machine-stitching • Mary McIntosh creates layered designs using bleach • Melanie Missin transforms old net curtains using mixed-media techniques and stitch • Jenny O’Leary uses batik on tissue to produce a Provencal landscape • The Inspired by feature continues with the letter C, where textile artists Sheila Warner, Maria Boyle, Isobel Moore, Libby Smith and Ann Cooke show us the inspiration behind their work • Maggie Grey Monk talks to Jean Draper about her work.

$49.99 Paperback 260 x 210mm 80pp 200188

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Maggie Grey’s WOWbook

$49.99 Paperback 260 x 210mm 64pp 171279

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$49.99 Paperback 260 x 210mm 64pp 180599

Maggie Grey’s WOWbook 3

$49.99 Paperback 260 x 210mm 72pp 190133

Maggie Grey’s WOWbook 4

$49.99 Paperback 260 x 210mm 78pp 190628

Machine Embroidery Techniques and Projects Claire FellThis practical book shows you how to embroider with your sewing machine. Topics covered include: • Learning how to set up the machine and carry out basic cleaning and maintenance • Discovering which thread types, fabrics and mixed media elements are most suitable for machine embroideries • Exploring how to use the pressure foot to turn functional utility stitches into exciting surface decoration • Working freely with dropped feeder teeth and an embroidery foot • Learning how to alter the tension to create different effects • Using soluble film to enhance your pictures.

$69.99 Paperback 260 x 215mm 240pp 200456

Hoop n Loop How to Embroider Your Dog’s Portrait Carol TaiIn Hoop n Loop pets become the stars of their owners’ wardrobes and homes through personalised t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, cushions and tote bags featuring people’s pet portraits. This book, with a brief introduction explaining how to get started, pull-out and downloadable templates and step-by-step projects showing you exactly how to recreate the 20 most popular breeds in thread form, is perfect for the dog lover and fashion addict alike, showing just how easy it is to create your own homage.

$29.99 Hardback 205 x 205mm 176pp 200719

Trish Burr’s Embroidery Transfers Over 70 Iron-on DesignsTrish BurrThis fantastic resource contains over 70 of Trish Burr’s fabulous embroidery designs on easy-to-use iron-on transfer paper, with full-colour stitch inspiration for each. Choose from a wonderful range of inspiring designs, including flowers, birds, figures, animals and small vignettes. A short section gives colour inspiration for every design plus advice on using the transfers; the rest of the book consists of iron-on transfer paper. Using the iron-on transfers is very simple, and each design can be used, stored then reused multiple times.

$26.99 Paperback 280 x 215mm 64pp 200305

Long and Short Stitch Embroidery A Collection of Flowers Trish BurrTrish Burr has selected beautiful flowers and interpreted them in her unique style to present a stunning collection of embroideries. Meticulous in detail, these flowers are brought to life by the use of carefully selected threads and an intuitive use of simple stitches. Clear, step-by-step directions, full-size templates, colour photos cover all you need to know about long and short stitch embroidery.

$39.99 Paperback 280 x 210mm 128pp 016304

Threads: Contemporary Embroidered Art Charlotte VannierShowcasing over 80 international artists who incorporate embroidery into their practice, this book provides a survey of embroidery in contemporary art, illustrating the huge range of ways in which the craft has been embraced as a form of creative expression. Some artists evoke a kind of nostalgia, rediscovering skills that have fallen from fashion or promoting the value of ancient handicrafts in an industrialized world of mass-production. Others push boundaries by using embroidery on photographs, poetic installations, embroidered reproductions of everyday objects or by using it to tackle political, personal or transgressive themes.

$70 Paperback 280 x 220mm 368pp 200835

Joyful Stitching Transform Fabric with Improvisational EmbroideryLaura WasilowskiDive into Laura’s delightful world of embroidery and learn how to create small, free-form embroidery pieces that are alive with colour and texture. With instructions for 21 basic embroidery stitches and 6 projects, all in Laura’s signature colourful, whimsical style, you’ll transform a flat, plain surface into a joyful, design-packed art piece. Stitch on wool, felt or silk, and enjoy the simple pleasure of slow stitching. • Begin with simple shapes and fill them with improvisational stitchery • Change up the provided designs, swapping out colours and trying new stitch combinations, to create your own unique work • Includes a gallery of display ideas, as well as additional ideas for using free-form stitching.

$32.99 Paperback 280 x 215mm 64pp 171339

The Modern Embroidery Workshop Lauren HoltonThe Modern Embroidery Workshop will help you dive into the craft in a fresh, modern way. In the early chapters, all the basics are covered, from picking the best tools and supplies to mastering a handy library of stitches. Next, you’ll find the step-by-step projects, each bursting with colour and arranged by theme with simple directions accompanied by tips and tricks for success. Finally, learn how to apply and customize the designs to make them truly your own.

$29.99 Paperback 235 x 190mm 176pp 190797

The Art of Chinese Embroidery 2 Margaret LeeIn this fabulous book, her second in the series, Margaret Lee takes traditional ‘Su’ embroidery to the next level by introducing the history and techniques of Random Stitch Embroidery, along with the art concepts that inform its versatile application. Featuring nine stunning projects, ranging from a beginner’s tutorial through to works of increasing complexity with depictions of different flowers and animals, each piece worked with breathtaking artistry. Three case studies are also included to further illustrate the potential of this spectacular technique.

$44.99 Paperback 280 x 240mm 160pp 200077

Eco-Chic Bags Simple Sewing Projects to Make Tote Bags, Purses, Gift Bags, and More Alicia SteeleRepurpose natural materials into beautifully useful items and reduce your plastic waste in the process with projects for homemade tote bags, grocery bags, gift bags and more! Eco-Chic Bags offers 40 handmade projects with step-by-step instructions and visual aids for popular machine and hand sewing techniques. Appropriate for sewers of all skill levels, projects are budget-friendly and made with a variety of fabric-based materials like canvas and cotton, making this book the perfect resource for eco-conscious crafters. Projects include: • T-shirt tote • Produce bag • Clutch • Fabric vase • Lunch sack • And so much more!

$29.99 Paperback 230 x 190mm 176pp 200791

Gift Wrap Green Techniques For Beautiful, Recyclable Gift WrappingCamille WilkinsonFrom simple bows and neat corners to Japanese fabric wrapping, this book shows you how to wow friends and family with beautifully wrapped gifts while minimizing waste. You will learn how to master the art of wrapping through easy step-by-step instructions of key techniques. There are ideas for creating both simple and intricate designs, all made using materials that are recyclable, reusable and sustainable. Techniques include wrapping with pleats and pockets, using paper bags and how to wrap unusually shaped gifts, such as bottles. A section on Furoshiki fabric wrapping, shows how to create gift wraps from tea towels and beautiful pieces of fabric. There’s also guidance on ribbons, bows, string, wool, and using plants and flowers to create the perfect gift.

$24.99 Hardback 220 x 155mm 160pp 200967

Quilling 20 Beautiful DesignsSena RunaSena Runa presents a new collection of exciting projects to make with plenty that will appeal to the complete beginner, but also some more challenging designs for readers that want to build on their skills. For quilling novices there is information on the tools and materials needed and a complete guide to quilling techniques – they’re simple to learn with impressive results. The 20 projects cover a wide range of subject matter including a rainbow, llama, hot-air balloon, ice cream, airplane and scooter. Using Sena’s signature subtle gradations of colour and pops of bright, sunny tones, the completed project once framed create gorgeous artwork for the home or they can also be used to decorate greetings cards.

$34.99 Paperback 255 x 205mm 152pp 200196

Christmas PapercraftFestive Projects to Cut Out and CreatePatricia MoffettCreate your own distinctive festive decorations or personalised gifts this Christmas. From simple gift card and bauble ideas through to intricate paper lanterns and a table centrepiece, designer and illustrator Patricia Moffett has put together a collection of 13 gorgeous Christmas designs that anyone can make at home. Step-by-step instructions will guide you through the process of crafting each project, and there are suggestions on how to customise each design to allow your own creative ideas to flourish.

$29.99 Paperback 285 x 215mm 80pp 200740

Big Book of Star-Studded Quilts 44 Sparkling DesignsDiscover a dazzling array of quilts featuring Star blocks, a perennial favourite of quilters for generations. Inspiration abounds with 44 stellar designs from a host of brilliant designers, including Betsy Chutchian, Kim Diehl, Barbara Groves and Mary Jacobson, Lynne Hagmeier, Nancy Mahoney, Sherri L. McConnell, Jo Morton and many more. Add sparkle throughout the house with projects ranging from 12 inch square to queen-size bed quilts and set your sights upon the stars.

$44.99 Paperback 270 x 210mm 224pp 200499

Patches of Stars 17 Quilt Patterns and a Gallery of Inspiring Antique QuiltsEdyta SitarThe highly-anticipated book from famed designer Edyta Sitar is a scrap-lover’s fantasy! Packed with breathtaking scrap quilts – each featuring myriad fabrics – you’ll discover two inspiring ways to enjoy them. First, the antiques: view photos of 22 gorgeous scrap quilts from yesteryear, most shared from Edyta’s private collection. Rich photography and industrial settings showcase the utilitarian nature of these incredible works – a spectacular sight! Second, the patterns: choose from quilt designs in a delightful melange of colours and prints that you can re-create with your own mix of fabrics or scraps. Pull-out pattern sheets included.

$46.99 Paperback 275 x 215mm 128pp 190789

Rock That Quilt Block 10 Gorgeous Quilts to Make from the Country Crown BlockLinda Hahn & Deborah StanleyUsing the versatile Country Crown block, discover all of the possibilities by playing with colour, rotating pieces, combining shapes, adding a sashing and more! Opening with an insightful overview on supplies, materials and techniques, you’ll then create 10 beautiful quilts that carefully progress in difficulty and require different methods. With step-by-step instructions and coordinating diagrams and illustrations to guide you along the way, this is a guide to creating intricate quilts using just one easy block!

$29.99 Paperback 255 x 200mm 88pp 200158

Stellar Quilts Judy MartinStars bring quilts to life and this book features 13 patterns, each presented in 3 sizes with 130 alternate colourings. Judy Martin introduces her paper-template and rotary-ruler methods to make the whole range of shapes accessible to a new generation of quilt makers. • Close-up photos show you the quilting detail as well as 50 setting variations • Clear directions and accurate yardage given as well as a innovative template method and rotary cutting instructions • Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of colour photos and drawings.

$44.99 Paperback 280 x 215mm 128pp 100861

Piece ‘n’ Play Quilts Judy MartinMake a beautiful, one-of-a-kind quilt from a pattern, and have more fun than you ever dreamed possible! It’s as easy as 1-2-3! 1. Piece the blocks. 2. Play with the way you turn the blocks. 3. Join them in your favourite arrangement. It’s both easy and creative. It’s all fun and no figuring. And because it’s from Judy Martin, you know it’s accurate. Features 12 complete quilt patterns, with your choice of rotary cutting or templates. Each pattern comes with a beautiful quilting motif, as well.

$39.99 Paperback 280 x 215mm 96pp 100866

Judy Martin’s Ultimate Rotary Cutting Reference The Most Useful Book on Rotary Cutting Ever WrittenJudy MartinEvery necessary rotary cutting technique is discussed, tools recommended,and myths dispelled. Cutting and therefore sewing accuracy will be tremendously improved with the information provided. • 400 step-by-step illustrations show how to cut almost any shape without a template • 55 charts provide you with accurate yardage figures and cutting directions for each shape in a wide range of sizes • Plus answers to so many questions!

$27.99 Paperback 280 x 215mm 80pp 100867

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