Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts

Recognising one of the most-honoured performers of all time, The Elton John Activity Book is a celebration of a musical great.

Die Geschichte des Rasens ist ein Spiegelbild gesellschaftlicher Entwicklungen, kultureller Werte und technologischer Fortschritte.

How to Tie Rope KnotsEssential Knots for Survival, Camping, and Everyday UseRope knots have been an essential skill throughout human history, providing security, stability, and efficiency in countless situations.

A seasonal collection of quilts inspired by life in the countryside.

Winner of the 2025 Creative Book Award - Best Knitting and Crochet Book!

SO YOU WANT TO BE A JEWELRY DESIGNERYou make jewelry.

Filled with a wide array of classic knitting patterns, this book is, in essence, the ultimate mitten book.

In this lovely meditation on ikebana - the Japanese art of flower arranging - Joan Stamm shows us how her twin paths of Buddhist practice and artistic endeavor converge and indeed become thoroughly intertwined.

Shodo Harada is internationally recognized both as a Zen teacher and as a world-class master of the fine art of Zen calligraphy.

Mummin' It is like a chat with a friend over coffee - a celebration of imperfect motherhood from award-winning parenting blogger Harriet Shearsmith (@tobyandroo).

You've watched all his films, you've coloured him in, and, let's face it, you've tried out how your signature would look with 'Cumberbatch' at the end of it - now it's time to get stitching!

Discover just how much fun these seemingly boring squares of coloured paper can truly be!

Embroidering your own clothes with the exact design you'd like adds a fun hint of personality to your wardrobe - try stitching dogs, flowers, slogans or patterns on to any garment.

'I absolutely adore Clare Nolan's approaches to garden planning and creative use of color in her designs.

Shops and markets selling vintage furniture and trinkets are an absolute treasure trove for anyone looking to inject some character and charm into their hoe without spending a fortune.

From sofas to shelving to a stylish home bar, Pallet Style shows you how to create your own furniture using reclaimed wooden pallets.

Beautiful and romantic, Vic Brotherson's flower arrangements focus on traditional, seasonal blooms and foliage, such as alchemilla, lavender, hellebore, peonies and hydrangeas, and perfectly match the vintage pitchers, planters, old glass and retro, charity-shop finds she uses both for displays and as a major source of inspiration.

Vic Brotherson believes that wedding flowers should express the character and individuality of a couple.

In this beautifully compiled book, Charlie Whinney, the UK's leading expert on the topic, shares the secrets of the unique and magical craft of steam-bending.

Inspired by wild and wayward floral styles, Willow Crossley creates natural and original arrangements, from cabbage rose to cow-parsley, the book will range from glorious garlands and pretty posies to stunning centrepieces for a banquet or soiree.

Paper flowers are not only beautiful, but also incredibly versatile.

Go glamping without the threat of unpredictable weather and nasty creepy crawlies, and instead crochet your own adorable camping scene that will keep any child entertained for hours and celebrate all that is great about camping.

Recycle, revamp and rejuvenate; with over 50 projects Sarah covers a whole spectrum of imaginative ideas for every room of the house, from blanket curtains to patchwork wallpaper, clever storage crates to fun mobiles for children, as well as unique ideas for dining, sleeping and bathing.

Toddlers and young children are energetic, curious, enthusiastic - and messy!

Nikki Van De Car spent the months before her daughter's birth knitting constantly to keep her hands busy and to help the time before her arrival pass more quickly.

By teaching you the foundations of natural dyeing, and guiding you through the simple stitch techniques, this book will allow you to dip in and out of projects while learning how to forage for and grow your own dye plants.

Hand carving is easy, satisfying and therapeutic when guided by Max Bainbridge.

Wrap up in style, the Northern way.

Whether building a bee hotel to help your garden's ecosystem thrive, crafting a catapult, whistle, skipping rope or cup and ball game to give away, or making a key hook or cobweb brush to organise your home, the result of each will be entirely unique while also effortlessly stylish.

In a world of screens and smartphones, there is something beautifully tangible and tactile about taking a piece of paper and cutting into it with a pair of scissors.

Whether you have already tried your hand at bookbinding or are a complete beginner, Rachel's knowledge and passion will inspire you to explore the many possibilities of bookart.

'Their combined passion for fragrance is infectious, and they love teaching.