Crafts & Hobbies

Discover the joy of crochet with these 7 stylish scarves made using Scheepjes Stonewashed XL worsted-weight yarn. From bobbles to cables, mosaic and cross-stitches are just a few of the techniques you'll learn.Each scarf can be completed in a weekend,...

Whimsical Halloween Coloring Book Witches, Vampires Kitties and More! by Molly Harrison is a delightful addition to any colouring collection. Featuring a range of charming creatures, this book is perfect for those looking to add some spooky charm to...

Light up your home with handmade lampshades in a variety of styles. This collection of 50 DIY projects offers a unique way to customize your environment and add a personal touch. From contemporary chic to natural organic, classic retro to boho modern,...

Cultivated: The Elements of Floral Style is a comprehensive guide to floral design that elevates it to fine art. Christin Geall shares her expertise, drawing inspiration from the fine arts and historical sources, to help designers, gardeners, and...

Discover the art of colourwork shawls with Bärbel Salet's expert guidance. After 20 years of designing intricate patterns for knitting kits, Bärbel is now sharing her expertise in this comprehensive guide.Step-by-step instructions and detailed advice on...

A Modern Guide to Knifemaking by Laura Zerra is a comprehensive guide for those looking to create their own knife. With step-by-step instructions and expert advice, this book covers every aspect of the knifemaking process, from design to sharpening...

Discover the art of hand lettering with this easy-to-follow guide. Perfect for artists of all levels, Super Simple Hand Lettering provides a comprehensive introduction to creating unique and beautiful lettering designs.Learn to transform simple words...

Learn to knit socks with confidence and ease. This beginner's guide provides step-by-step instructions and expert tips to help you create your first pair of knitted socks.Discover the benefits of knitting socks, from their affordability to their comfort,...

Welcome Baby is a charming book filled with exciting new projects to help you celebrate your special new arrival. The book features a variety of sizes and designs that can be used individually or combined to make delightful gifts, cards, samplers,...

Knitted Icons brings to life your favourite legends as knitted characters. From scientists and revolutionists to musicians and icons of pop culture, these beloved figures have become symbols of devotion and attention from fans worldwide.With colour...

For those looking to elevate their crochet skills, this comprehensive guide offers expert advice and inspiration. Learn how to choose the right tools, understand yarn options, and confidently complete any project with its extensive teaching and support...

Build your own block-by-block quilt with this comprehensive guide. Carolyn Forster shares her expertise to help you create a stunning 27-block quilt entirely by hand, at your own pace. You'll learn how to cut out fabrics, sew patches together, and...

Wrap anything from a wine bottle to a yoga mat with this practical Japanese fabric-wrapping book. Furoshiki is an ancient art form that has been around for centuries, and its philosophy of "one cloth, many uses" is as relevant today as it was back then...

Heritage Crochet in a New Light offers expert guidance on enriching your crochet projects with traditional techniques. Rita de Maintenon shares her knowledge of heritage fiber arts, providing clear instructions and 160 photos to help intermediate-level...

Crochet Stars: 25+ Customizable Projects to Add a Touch of Whimsy to Your Life. Discover the joy of creating your own unique crochet stars, perfect for decorating journals, making ornaments, or adding a personal touch to clothing. With seven...

Learn to bring your fantasy characters to life with this step-by-step guide. Chrissa Barton's comprehensive tutorial covers everything from basic drawing techniques to creating custom characters for role-playing games. With over 450 illustrations, this...

Learn to draw, sketch, shade and more with easy lessons and practice pages in this comprehensive drawing book for beginners. Master artists Katy Lipscomb and Tyler Fisher guide you step-by-step through the art-making process using their Sketching Formula...

This charming guide to sewing for beginners features 12 simple projects, including clothes and shoes, toys and games, and nursery accessories. With clear instructions and a handy pull-out pattern sheet, you can create bold and bright items with love and...

You can create beautiful fabric woven textiles with 12 fun and fabulous projects. This book is perfect for crafters, garment sewists, quilters, and anyone looking to try something new. Tara Curtis and Mathew Boudreaux guide you through the process of...

Create and assemble modular polyhedra with ease. This book offers a clear introduction to creating beautiful, complex geometric forms through origami techniques. It covers five classic Platonic solids: the tetrahedron, hexahedron, octahedron,...

Discover the joy of making something out of almost nothing with 50 achievable ideas for working with sticks. Beautiful step-by-step illustrations guide you through projects to use at home, create decorative objects, play with, and enjoy outdoors. From...

Create your own unique handmade greetings cards with confidence. Despite the digital world we live in, there's something special about sending and receiving handwritten cards. In fact, studies show that people have a stronger emotional response to...

Discover the art of wild food and embark on a culinary journey that reconnects you with nature. Hunter Gather Cook is a comprehensive guide to embracing the 21st-century hunter-gatherer lifestyle, making wild food accessible to everyone.This cookbook...

Crochet your own stylish clothes and accessories with 35 statement designs. Liv Huffman shares her expertise in creating handmade pieces for your wardrobe, featuring projects such as a striped beanie hat, a hooded sweater, and a scallop-edged corset top...

The human hand is capable of expressing a virtually infinite range of emotions and actions. This collection features over 1,100 images of hands, carefully curated from thousands of pages of nineteenth-century European and American books and periodicals...

Knitwear designer Melissa Morgan-Oakes presents 15 original sock designs that combine the comfort and practicality of toe-up knitting with her innovative 2-at-a-time approach.This technique allows knitters to create two socks simultaneously, eliminating...

Double Wedding Ring Quilts: Innovations in Timeless Traditions Victoria Findlay Wolfe's latest book offers fresh perspectives on this beloved quilting pattern. With 10 full-size patterns, you'll learn the basics of curved foundation piecing and discover...

Discover the endless possibilities of crochet with 201 Crochet Motifs. This comprehensive guide contains over 150 original blocks and motifs, plus 51 inspiring projects to spark your creativity. The book is divided into three main chapters: Motifs, The...

Create your own unique rug with the help of this beginner's guide to tufting. This comprehensive resource covers everything you need to know to get started, from tools and materials to troubleshooting and frame-building. You'll learn basic tufting...

Make your own quilt to snuggle up in - it's like getting wrapped in a big hug. Fast & Fun Quilts for Kids features projects that are perfect for kids of all ages, from baby to teen.Whether you're using fabric from your stash or working with a curated...

For complete beginners, quilting has never been easier to learn. This comprehensive guide covers ten essential techniques, including rag quilting, hand-tied wadding, and English paper piecing, with clear instructions and step-by-step illustrations...

Discover the art and science behind 60 sculptural paper models from a renowned mathematical origami master. Jun Maekawa presents innovative designs that combine fundamental mathematical principles with creative folding techniques.Explore over 60 unique...

The Ultimate Crochet Bible is your comprehensive guide to crochet. This in-depth reference covers everything from the basics to advanced techniques, ensuring you have the skills needed to create stunning projects.From choosing and using a hook to working...

Discover the art of creating beautiful patterns with Polysymetrics. June Oliver shows how to design and build intricate patterns using tiles in various shapes, such as squares, triangles, and hexagons.With twelve full pages of patterns to color, along...

This highly illustrated guide to designing and making contemporary tableware in clay is a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced ceramicists. With step-by-step instructions and inspiration from leading designers, you'll learn how to create...

This fantastic My First book shows children how to make pompoms from wool and paper and then use them in 35 colorful crafts. With step-by-step projects, each one is broken down into simple illustrated steps, making it easy for children aged 7+ to follow...

Discover the Ultimate Knot Guide. Learn to tie the 25+ most practical rope knots with easy-to-follow instructions and clear pictures. This comprehensive guide covers everything from basic knots to more advanced ones, including climbing knots, fishing...

The Coloring Book of Shadows is a creative canvas to explore your inner world. This beautifully illustrated coloring book features over 60 pages of original art by Amy Cesari, inviting you to discover and express your own unique magic. With its unique...

Crocheted Wreaths for the Home is a beautifully illustrated guide to creating 12 stunning wreaths and 12 matching mini projects that can be used throughout the year.Anna Nikipirowicz shares her expertise in crocheting sumptuous decorations, including...

Gift Wrap Book Vol. 74 - Vienna 1900 by Pepin Van Roojen is a beautifully designed book featuring 12 unique wrapping paper designs.The book includes 4 pages of introduction and 12 large sheets of high-quality wrapping paper, each measuring 50 cm x 70 cm...

Sweaters are a timeless fashion staple. They're versatile, cozy, and often treasured for years to come. With this guide, you'll learn how to create your own stylish sweater collection. Emma Wright starts with the basics, teaching you three key...

Dress-Up Amigurumi brings 4 cuddly amigurumi friends to life: Hugo the Bear, Becca the Deer, Duncan the Dog and Ray the Elephant. Each character can be dressed in one of 25 adorable outfits, allowing you to create stunning combinations.With these 4 base...

Neat Knitting Techniques: A Toolkit for Perfect Finishes Jo Shaw's comprehensive guide helps you knit with confidence and precision. By mastering essential skills and solutions to common issues, you'll be able to complete projects with a professional...

Color your way through a whimsical world of miniature homes and curious animal characters. This unique coloring book features a charming collection of dollhouse interiors, storybook cottages, and vintage miniature scenes that will spark the imagination...

Crochet artist Aynsley Grealis presents a pattern collection for making unique hats, balaclavas, and handbags in her book Mad Hatter. This is the first time she has shared her designs, which have gained a following on Instagram @KnottedNeon. Grealis's...

The Best of Insignia Magazine Volume 1 1995-1996 by Richard Humberstone This collection showcases some of the most notable articles, photographs, and drawings from the first four issues of Insignia Magazine. A unique insight into small air forces...

Discover the art of crewel embroidery with Hazel Blomkamp's latest collection. This stunning book features six iconic animal portraits, each brought to life through detailed step-by-step instructions and clear photographs. With a focus on surface and...

Create 15 colourful crocheted succulents to adorn your home with this charming guide. Inspired by real succulent species, Sarah Abbondio shares 15 delightful patterns for you to crochet and decorate your space. From small to large projects, these...

Salley Mavor invites you to return to her enchanting world of felt dolls with Felt Wee Folk-New Adventures. This new book features 120 dolls, each one ready to spark smiles and creativity in crafters of all ages and skill levels. Inside, you'll find...

Create your own unique beaded bracelet designs with this comprehensive guide. With 500 patterns to choose from, you can create bold graphic prints, animals, flowers, retro or southwestern designs - the possibilities are endless. Each pattern includes...

Create beautiful macramé homeware and gifts with this comprehensive guide. Tiffany Allen's latest book takes you back to the basics, providing clear step-by-step illustrations and techniques for creating stunning knotted creations. From novice to pro,...

Luna Lapin: Making New Friends offers five new sewing patterns from Sarah Peel's popular series. This collection features Daisy the sheep, Ramsey the ram, Hugh the hound, Rowan the squirrel and more, each with their own unique wardrobe and accessories...

Discover the Art of Mixed Media Quilting with Deborah Boschert. Make treasured art quilts from fabric scraps, stitched motifs, and painted details. This step-by-step guide presents 8 design guides, checklists, and work-along projects to help you unlock...

Discover the serene world of Scandinavian art, where nature and simplicity come together in perfect harmony. This coloring book features 35 original designs inspired by the region's unique flora and fauna.Easy to use and enjoyable for all skill levels,...

Ariella Chezar's stunning floral designs bring together architecture, light, and natural landscapes in breathtaking arrangements. Home in Bloom celebrates the beauty of nature and its transformative power in interior design. The book takes you on a...

The Kew Gardens Beautiful Flowers and Plants Colouring Book is a stunning collection of botanical illustrations from one of the world's most renowned gardens.Featuring over 200 intricate designs, this colouring book invites you to explore the beauty of...

Create Authentic Kemonomimi Characters for Cosplay,Anime & Manga By Shugao Tuttle Publishing English Language, 2024 144 pages, Paperback Learn to create amazing kemonomimi characters with realistic animal features and matching accessories. This...

Learn how to create beautiful and functional knives with this comprehensive guide. With over 250 photographs and detailed step-by-step instructions, Knife Making covers the entire process from forging a blade to crafting a handle. Drawing on the author's...

Hardanger embroidery has a rich and fascinating tradition, with its eight-pointed star symbol found in embroidery across cultures. This comprehensive guide gathers all the hardanger stitches, techniques, and designs, along with 50 stunning projects for...

Carving the Little Guys offers an accessible introduction to caricature carving for novice woodcarvers. Keith Randich guides you through transforming a small block of wood into an expressive figure, step-by-step. This tutorial covers essential techniques...

A beautifully arranged vase of flowers can transform a room, but creating one that looks effortlessly stylish and meets your satisfaction can be challenging. Judith Blacklock shares her expertise to help you achieve success every time with Arranging...

The Royal School of Needlework's Crewelwork Stitch Guide is now available in a large format edition. Written by Jacqui McDonald, an RSN apprentice and tutor, this comprehensive guide covers the basics of crewelwork embroidery, including materials,...

Kirstie Allsopp's guide to transforming your home into a beautiful vintage space. Kirstie's passion for handmade and upcycled items is evident in this book, which showcases her techniques for reusing, restoring and repurposing everyday objects. From...

Sardinian Knotted Embroidery by Yvette Stanton is a comprehensive guide to a lesser-known Italian needlework technique. This manual takes you through the history and techniques of Sardinian knotted embroidery, from beginner to expert levels, with clear...

This comprehensive guide to contemporary weaving in mixed media offers a wealth of practical advice and inspiration for weavers of all levels. Rachna Garodia shares her expertise, covering everything from choosing the right loom to incorporating personal...

Add personality and coziness to your kitchen with Easy Knit Dishcloths. Create a warm and inviting space by knitting your own dishcloths. This book offers 13 designs that are perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike, using simple stitches to...

Learn to draw kawaii characters with confidence using Ilaria Ranauro's step-by-step approach. This beginner's guide covers the basics and takes you through 62 lessons, from simple techniques to creating a wide variety of characters.Discover how to bring...

Trick or Treat! An enchanting Halloween adventure awaits you in this ghoulish coloring book for all ages. With 30 adorable unique designs, you'll have double the fun as you bring witches, vampires, fairies, and trick-or-treaters to life with color. This...

Sew adorable soft dolls with ease using these delightful patterns from Shelly Down. This beginner-friendly guide shows you how to create charming dolls using felt sheets and simple notions, perfect for little girls everywhere. With 11 imaginative...

Learn dozens of embroidery stitches and create 30 simple projects to display with this day-by-day guide. Perfect for beginners, you'll quickly master the basics and start stitching in no time.Author Jessica Anderson takes you through an easy-to-follow...

Candle Making Genius - How to Make Candles That Look Beautiful & Amaze Your Friends by Beth Shaw. Learn the art of creating stunning candles with this comprehensive guide. From selecting the right wick to adding the finishing touches, Beth Shaw shares...

Create your own menagerie with Origami Zoo. This exciting book invites you to fold and create 37 original paper animals, from familiar creatures like dolphins and penguins to more exotic species like the praying mantis and Pegasus. Each project is...

The Unofficial LEGO Builder's Guide, 2nd Edition by Allan Bedford is a comprehensive guide to building with LEGO bricks. This full-color edition covers various techniques and projects, including constructing models that won't fall apart, choosing the...

World-renowned textile designer Kaffe Fassett offers a unique glimpse into his creative process in this latest book. With its focus on color and inspiration, the volume showcases some of his greatest designs in needlework, patchwork, knitting, and fabric...

Create your own tiny paper mache dog with ease. This book guides you through the process using simple tools and materials found around the house. You'll need some aluminum wire for the armature, but other supplies are likely already at hand. Follow the...

Learn 25 Easy Card Magic Tricks for Beginners Amaze your friends and family with these easy-to-learn card tricks. Basic Card Magic contains six routines, each featuring several tricks that can be used individually or combined to create new effects. Using...

Discover the art of needle felting with Linda Calver's comprehensive guide. This introduction to the craft covers a brief history of felting and essential wool terms, as well as providing a starter kit for beginners.The book is structured around six...

Ancient Worlds, Modern Beads brings together the timeless styles of ancient Rome, Greece and Egypt with modern beadweaving techniques. Ten designs from each region showcase the colours, patterns and styles found in genuine artefacts displayed in museums...

Seventeenth-Century Women's Dress Patterns Book 1 by Jenny Tiramani and Susan North is a comprehensive guide to creating authentic historical garments. This first volume in the series covers essential pieces such as waistcoats, bodices, mantles, gloves,...

Discover the world of wire art with Easy Wire Art, a fun and accessible craft that adds a touch of personality to any room. This book guides you through creating 21 stylish and decorative projects using simple techniques and inexpensive floral wire.From...

Discover the art of knitting without needles. This comprehensive guide brings together stylish home decor items, gifts, and clothing accessories that can be created with ease using just your fingers or forearms. With thirty simple yet stylish patterns to...

Create stunning home decor with macramé. This beautifully illustrated book showcases 16 inspiring projects using simple knots and natural dyes, all made from 100% recycled materials. Learn to create breathtaking wall art and statement pieces with ease...

Kaffe Fassett's latest collection of quilts is inspired by the southern coast of England, with its wild beauty and classic architecture. This new series features 21 stunning designs, all photographed in location by Debbie Patterson. The quilts showcase...

Discover 40 expertly crafted micro-RPGs that are perfect for quick starts and flexible gameplay. From space exploration to jungle dungeon crawlers, this collection offers a variety of genres to suit different tastes. These fast, fun, and easy-to-learn...

Discover the creative possibilities of Hama Beads with this inspiring collection of easy-to-follow projects. Fuse Beads offers a fresh take on these colourful plastic beads, showcasing their potential for making stunning gifts and accessories. From...

Pom Pom Pom Animals brings together 12 creative projects that showcase the art of pompom-making. Using traditional techniques and materials, you'll learn to create sculptural works of art with yarn. From cute accessories to full-sized animals, these...

Master over 150 essential knitting stitches with this comprehensive guide. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your skills, Knitting Stitches Step by Step provides clear instructions and photographs to help you achieve professional-looking...

Discover the prehistoric world through knitting. This fun and fact-filled book features quirky projects to create your own knitted dinosaurs.From Stegosaurus to Brachiosaurus, Diplodocus to Triceratops, learn to identify these prehistoric creatures with...

Discover the traditional Japanese art of Sashiko stitching with this comprehensive guide. Meaning 'little stabs', Sashiko is a unique sewing method that uses evenly spaced running stitches to create striking geometric patterns. Originally used for...

Creating a Military Modelling Diorama provides step-by-step instructions for planning, designing and building a diorama. Suitable for both new and experienced modellers, this book covers various scales from 1/87 to 1/32, with over 270 colour photographs...

Learn the basics of paper-piecing with Carol Doak's expert guidance. This beginner-friendly guide provides thorough instructions and guided visuals to help you create accurate blocks for your first paper-pieced quilt.With easy-to-follow steps, you can...

This beginner's guide to sewing is perfect for children of all ages who want to learn this fun and creative skill. With clear illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions, kids can quickly master new sewing stitches and make a range of cool projects...

Create innovative art quilts from your own digital photographs with Wen Redmond's expert guidance. This book teaches you how to alter images, print them on various fibers, and enhance them with stitching using standard inkjet printing equipment and image...

Create stunning crochet masterpieces with captivating texture. This inspiring collection of 15 patterns from award-winning designer Linda Skuja will guide you in taking your crochet skills to new heights. You'll master innovative shaping techniques and...

Whittling with an Original Swiss Army Knife is a fun and creative way to unwind. In this pocket-sized book, Chris Lubkemann shares 43 easy projects to make useful and whimsical objects using just a knife, a twig, and a few minutes of time. From practical...

Britt-Marie Christoffersson's inspiring guide to embroidery on knitting is a treasure trove of creative possibilities. With simple stitches and beautiful results, you'll learn how to breathe new life into knitted garments using just a needle and wool...

Tailoring: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing the Perfect Jacket provides expert guidance for intermediate sewers looking to tackle more challenging projects. With over 400 photos and in-depth discussions, this comprehensive guide covers every aspect of...

Create adorable amigurumi-style crochet covers for your toilet paper with this charming collection. With over 30 cheerful patterns to choose from, you can create farm animals, popular pets, dinosaurs, and more - including a cherry-topped cupcake,...

Discover the art of Asian-inspired beaded jewelry making with this comprehensive craft book. With 33 exquisite designs to follow, you'll learn how to create colorful and unique pieces using various stringing methods.From wire-strung jewelry to memory...

Pam and Nicky Lintott present a fresh collection of 14 new quilt patterns, each with its own variation design. This book builds on their previous success, offering easy-to-follow instructions for creating beautiful quilts using pre-cut fabrics. The...