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"Granny squares are to crochet what pieced squares are to quilting. They originated with pioneer women using up precious scraps of yarn to make blankets for their families, and over the years, many recognized, named patterns have been handed down from one generation to the next. Beyond this treasury of 75 different granny square motifs, Margaret Hubert shows the evolution of the granny square, how it can be used and interpreted in different ways with...
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The ultimate reference for all forms of knitting--great for beginners and experienced knitters, too. You will turn to this guide again and again for answers to all of your knitting questions. With 15 new projects and 20 additional stitch patterns, this revised and updated edition is value-packed with information and instructions to help you improve your knitting skills. Essential tools and all the techniques, from cast-on to bind-off to perfect finishing,...
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Punch Needle Tattoo Designs is the perfect punch needle embroidery guide for today's modern crafters! Great for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts alike, this inspiring project book features 18 on-trend and super cool tattoo art-inspired projects and a total of 47 designs that feature bold colors and a sassy twist to traditional techniques. With easy-to-follow instructions, stunning photography, ready-to-use punch needle patterns to guide...
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Knitters who have mastered the designs in Marianne Kinzel's First Book of Modern Lace Knitting as well as needleworkers looking for distinctive knitted lace patterns and projects will welcome this second book by Mrs. Kinzel. The new designs include "Maidenhair," "Diamond," "Grand Slam" (a special feature for bridge players), "Arabesque," "La Traviata," "Maple Garland," "Lilac Time," "Trifolium," and a set of three of Mrs. Kinzel's noted floral patterns,...
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From the author of the bestselling “The Bag Making Bible” comes a collection of twelve inspiring bags for you to make at home-includes photos.
Lisa Lam brings you a stunning collection of sewing patterns to make your own bags. The book features twelve bag designs with full photographic instructions, as well as a link to print-at-home patterns so that you can get started right away.
“A Bag for All Reasons” is filled with Lisa's in-depth advice,...
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Discover a colorful world of adorable bugs and pretty flowers with this fun collection of sewn gifts! Whether it's a pretty butterfly mobile for a new arrival, a cute snail toy for a little boy or a handy ladybug bag for a girl, there's something to delight kids of all ages. There's even a fantastic applique quilt that is sure to become a treasured family heirloom. All of the designs are easy to create and made using Melly's Snug as a Bug fabrics....
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Use Any Sewing Machine to Create Embroidered Embellishments. Create intricate silk ribbon embroidery that looks hand-stitched-without the slow hand work. Easy techniques really work with any sewing machine. Classroom-tested lessons specifically designed for beginners include step-by-step how-to photos and ribbon recommendations. Inspiring gallery shows the stitches combined in stunning finished pieces. Do you love the look of silk ribbon embroidery,...
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See granny hexagons in a whole new light with this inspired collection of modern crochet patterns for clothes, accessories, and homewares.
Hexagons are quick and easy to make and can be combined in a myriad of ways to create a huge range of projects-from garments and accessories to home décor and even toys.
In this unique collection, popular crochet designer Sarah Shrimpton reveals ten crochet hexagon patterns and twenty step-by-step projects that...
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Brighten your mood with these quick, quirky, colorful knitting projects! Includes photos.
Every project in this delightful collection has been designed to enhance your happiness, from feeling more energetic to chilling out. With a flair for blending the practical with the pretty, author Claire Garland taps into the comfort, contentment, and cheer that knitting can bring.
Most projects use one ball of yarn, making them quick, accessible, and affordable-all...
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Stash-busting embroidery projects for home décor, clothes, and accessories with folk art-inspired designs, by author of Modern Folk Embroidery.
Big Embroidery is all about stitching beautiful designs up fast using yarn instead of embroidery thread. Designer Nancy Nicholson has created a collection of stunning designs based on traditional crewel work, and adapted them for a modern audience using everyday yarn.
Crewel embroidery is traditionally...
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Anyone who loves to crochet needs to have this book on their bookshelf!
Crochet diva Melissa Leapman divulges 200 of her favorite crochet stitch patterns in this book-enough designs to keep you busy stitching for years! Many of the patterns included are original designs, and others are garnered from Leapman's years of experience in the industry. The book is geared toward crocheters of all skill levels and is formatted in a way that encourages readers...
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A delightful guide to recreating an alphabet of blooms, from Alyssum to Zinnia, through the intricate medium of embroidery. Garden enthusiasts and embroidery lovers alike will enjoy poring over this handy guide for inspiration on how to replicate their favourite floral bouquets using needle, thread and plenty of creativity. Part of the prolific Search Press Classics A-Z of Needlecraft series.
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Part of the bestselling A-Z series of specialist needlework books, this extensive how-to text focuses on garment construction for smocking enthusiasts and is the ideal companion to the A–Z of Smocking. Presented in an easy to use style, this book is overflowing with hundreds of step-by-step photographs and invaluable hints for creating beautiful heirloom garments from blouses to bridesmaids' dresses.
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Make these trendy accessories to add to your winter wardrobe!
Crochet yourself a one-off infinity scarf with this collection of eight new and individual patterns. Choose from a selection ranging from a delicate, lacy crochet scarf to a unique design inspired by the traditional granny square. Or why not try the Perfectly Plaid infinity scarf inspired by recent catwalk collections?
Whether you are looking for the latest crochet ideas, a pattern for...
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Elegant as it is fun and exciting, Embroidering Plants and Flowers for Beginners is a must-have guide that embroidery enthusiasts of all skills levels will love. Opening with helpful overviews on tools, supplies, and techniques for transferring designs, installing the drum, and more, also included are easy-to-follow tutorials on all the essential embroidery stitches to help you get started. From there, you'll find over 30 embroidery designs for flowers,...
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Stylish projects using this fast, easy technique!
Corner to corner crochet-also known as C2C crochet-is the perfect way to create colorful, graphic designs without having to learn complex colorwork techniques. Using basic crochet stitches, you can create stunning, contemporary designs for home decor items and accessories.
C2C projects also stitch up super-fast, so if you've been putting off tackling a crochet blanket because it would take too long,...
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Snuggle up with these stylish patterns from the author of The Knitter's Bible!
This is a gorgeous selection of knitting patterns from established designer and bestselling writer Claire Crompton, author of The Knitter's Bible and Knitter's Bible project books.
Featuring strong designs across a range of styles for those who are new to knitting, all the projects included are beginner, easy, or intermediate skill level. Along with patterns and project...
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So long, bulky pattern books! Farewell, crinkled photocopies! Knitting to Go makes it a cinch to knit in trains, planes, and automobiles, at church, at school, bellied up to the bar? Wherever you find your crafty self. Inside this portable deck you'll find 25 patterns that run the gamut from chic (Circle Wrap or Mohair Hoodie) to gifty (Baby Blocks and the Men's Sweater) to homey (Cozy Throw Blanket and Chenille Pillow). Each card is easy to use,...
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The expert knitter and author of Hooked for Life shares an irreverent guide to the loopy world of knitting jargon from "Acrylic" to "Yarn Porn".
If you've ever wanted to know what knitters really mean when they say "frog", "WIP", or "stash", “The Secret Language of Knitters” is for you. Written by acclaimed crafting author Mary Beth Temple, this dictionary will make you laugh as you learn the ins and outs of knitting terminology. Ideal for the...
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