Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts

Take wool appliqué and make it bright, bold, and modern.

Learn the key techniques, tips, and tricks for pit, barrel, raku, and wood firing.

Start embroidering your own clothes with inspiration from Connie's book full of detailed embroidery projects that will have you captivated by the technique of free-motion embroidery.

This wonderful collection of Des Pawson's personal ropecraft recipes combines an expanded and now full-colour collection of projects from Des's popular Des Pawson's Knot Craft, together with 20 new and brilliant mat designs.

This is a comprehensive scientific investigation into the effects of glucose and salts on sole leather, originally published by the United States Department of Commerce in 1919.

American Homestead is back again—with charming small projects you can sew anytime, anywhere.

This early work on Indian Slipper making is a fascinating read for any shoemaking enthusiast or historian.

The Matilda tank saw action in almost all theatres of World War II, from Europe to the Pacific.

365 days of cross-stitching fun!

Welcome little ones with 10 snuggly cotton and flannel quilts for infants or toddlers, plus bonus layette set and 2 adorable doll quilts to make from leftovers These little quilts are so easy to make, you can finish one in just a day Go beyond pastels-a gallery of 40+ quilts shows each project in several different color schemes What says love better than wrapping a baby or young child in a soft, cuddly, handmade quilt?

Sharks are ruthlessly efficient predators, the apex of 450 million years of evolution.

In this new and extended edition of her best-selling book in the 'How to Paint' series: 'Colour and Light in Watercolour' (first published 2010), Jean Haines has produced a book even more inspirational than the first.

This text contains a detailed, illustrated catalogue of some of Thomas Chippendale's most notable furniture designs, coupled with an informative and fascinating biography of the famous cabinet-maker.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.

The Lampshade Book' is the definitive guide to the designing and creation of lampshades for light fixtures in the home.

An inspirational, practical guide by textile artist Letitia Thompson, the world of Mrs Bertimus!

In this updated edition of best-selling Intuitive Color & Design, Jean’s workshop assignments get your creative juices flowing, giving you challenges to expand your quilting horizons.

This early work by William Morris was originally published in 1899 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography.

This vintage book contains a complete guide to making a gloves, with detailed directions for using leather, employing patterns, cutting, stitching, and everything else one might need to know.

Discover the natural curiosity and enthusiasm of toddlers and twos as they explore creative art experiences designed just for them.

It''s the hot new substrate that wears like leather but sews up like fabric—create more with kraft-tex!

Ob Technik, Geschichte, Handhabung, Oberfläche, Gestaltung oder Zubehör, dieses Buch lässt keinen Aspekt des Themas Drechseln aus.

Crafting has never been more popular and Maggy Woodley, the creative force behind Red Ted, is passionate about making things with her children, Max, four, and Pippa, two.

Wood Finishing provides a comprehensive guide to wood finishing.

Erschaffe magische Illusionen, lasse Personen aus dem Nichts erscheinen, sorge dafür, dass sich deine Schnürsenkel von selbst binden oder finde eine Karte mit verbundenen Augen wieder.

Your guide to painting with acrylics Acrylic paints are versatile, water-based paints popular with professionals and beginners alike.

Award-winning artist Harriet de Winton shows you how to create contemporary watercolour artworks to treasure and share.

This book is a delight to the enthusiastic fiber crowd that is growing by leaps and bounds.

This beautiful and inspirational book written by a doyenne of British textile design explores the art of painting and making patterns on cloth.

Get nose to bloom with one of the most beloved subjects of painters for generations of artists withExpressive Flower Paintingand master pedals, stems, colors, and more.

Embrace the spirit of springIn this book, you'll find easy, accessible ways to make your Easter eggcellent and create lasting, fuss-free memories with friends and family.

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before.

Create Extraordinary Images on Fabric from Your Computer Printer * Use easy-to-learn photo effects to jazz up your quilts and crafts * Step-by-step recipes for creating interesting effects to print on fabric using your digital camera, scanner, printer, and/or computer.

No-Sew (well, almost!

Dieses ungewöhnliche Strickbuch punktet mit seinen liebevoll inszenierten Modefotos in Kombination mit besonderen Styles, perfekten Passformen in vielen Größen und den einfachen Anleitungen, die ein Gelingen garantieren.

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'This is an extraordinary book.

This vintage book contains a concise treatise on sheet metal work, being a guide to the common problems encountered by those who are engaged in it.

This book contains a classic article on the patterns used in quilt making in southern Wales and Northern England.

Learn how to quilt today!

Antique scrap quilts can be the most humble of quilts and, at the same time, the most complicated of all quilts to understand.

Mix-and-Match Quilt Magic * 12 original pieced blocks can be combined to make 20 glorious two-block quilt designs * Mix and match the blocks into your own designs, too!

This step-by-step guide will encourage the reader to explore the full range of surface treatment techniques and help them to give a professional finish to their work by guiding them to an appropriate finish choice.

Pretty and practical organizers to sew Sew 19 simply embellished projects including a card holder, coin purses, earbud holder, small wallets, pouches and organizers.