A silk scarf has a special allure, embodied in its lustre and sheen in the light and the soft, silky feel of the luxurious fabric against your skin. Though feather-light it is wonderfully warm in winter and a fantastic sunscreen in summer. This book teaches you how to colour and print your own silk scarves, achieving fabulous finishes. With 50 patterns and colourways to choose from, you can ensure that you always have the perfect accessory for any event or outfit, and enjoy the thrill of telling people that you have made it yourself when they compliment you on it. The techniques in this book are simple enough for a beginner to master, yet offer lots of creative ideas for experienced colour crafters. All the scarves are rated in terms of production time and level of difficulty, giving you ample opportunity to practise the different skills involved on easier projects before tackling more challenging finishes. Each project is explained clearly with step-by-step instructions and photographs, showing you how to create a wide range of stunning colour effects. Recycled printing with found objects make up a substantial section of the book, and you will be amazed at the results you can achieve by using simple everyday items for printing. Also learn how to make your own lino blocks for printing, compose eye-catching designs and plan colour mixes that will dazzle and delight.

'n Syserp het 'n besondere aantrekkingskrag danksy die lieflike glans, skitterende kleure en die sagte, sygladde gevoel daarvan teen jou vel. Al is dit veerlig, is dit heerlik warm in die winter, maar bied tog uitstekende beskerming teen die son in die somer. Met hierdie boek kan jy leer om jou eie syserpe te kleur en te druk en so fantastiese afwerkings te skep. Met 50 verskillende patrone en kleursamestellings om uit te kies, kan jy seker maak dat jy altyd die perfekte bykomstigheid vir enige uitrusting of geleentheid het, en wanneer mense jou daaroor komplimenteer, hulle trots vertel dat jy dit self gemaak het. Die tegnieke in die boek is eenvoudig genoeg vir groentjies om baas te raak, maar bied genoeg kreatiewe alternatiewe vir ervare kleurkunstenaars. Daar is by elke serp 'n aanduiding van die gevorderd-heidsvlak en tyd wat dit sal neem, sodat jy met eenvoudiger projekte kan oefen voor jy meer gevorderde afwerkings aanpak. Elke projek word met duidelike stap-vir-stap aanwysings en foto's gedemonstreer en leer jou om 'n verskeidenheid lieflike kleurafwerkings te verkry. Drukwerk met gebruiksvoorwerpe maak 'n groot deel van die boek uit, en jy sal verstom wees om te sien watter fantastiese voorkomste jy met alledaagse goed kan skep. Die boek wys jou ook hoe om linoblokke vir drukwerk te maak en te gebruik, treffende ontwerpe daarmee te skep en stralende kleurkombinasies te beplan wat almal sal bekoor, en dek al die nodige tegniese aspekte van kleur- en drukwerk. Die manjifieke foto's van die voltooide syserpe sal jou inspireer om sommer dadelik aan die werk te spring en jou ware kleure te toon!

Decoupage is one of those age-old crafts that keeps returning in new guises. The latest trend is to use fabric to decorate a wide range of objects from shopping bags to bedside tables, or bathroom tiles to storage boxes. It is a fun and easy way to recycle just about any object, and materials and ideas from many other crafts can be incorporated.

This practical, step-by-step guide offers a refreshing and original look at decoupage, focusing on the use of fabric and textiles as the decorative medium. The text is packed with useful information, helpful hints and sound advice.

Detailed instructions, supplemented by clear step-by-step photographs, explain all the techniques required to ensure beautiful, professionallooking projects, while magnificent photographs of all finished items provide loads of inspiration to get started.

Die ontwerpe is pragtig en stylvol en sal ook jou omgewing verfraai. Al die projekte kan met 'n gewone naaimsajien gemaak word. Maak seker dat elke ding in jou huis 'n bereplek het met laaiverdelers, wasgoed-, speelgoeden handwerksakke, 'n breinaald-bererol, borduurringmandjies, geskenkpapierhouer, toetreksakkie vir juwele en vele meer. Stap-vir-stap fotos en duidelike aanwysings, beskrywings van al die steke en tegnieke en pragfoto's van die voltooide projekte, maak hierdie boek moeilik om te weerstaan.

Get ready to take your coverstitch machine skills to the next level! Learn all the necessary techniques you need in order to create professional-looking garments that will rival ready-to-wear. Master the Coverstitch machine will guide you through the best practices needed for successful coverstitching, with easy to understand, illustrated, step-by-step instructions. With the basics covered, you'll be able to create garments following the detailed tutorials on everything from sewing binding and neckband to jeans making and underwear. Master the Coverstitch Machine will teach you how to: Hem garments like a pro Sew binding, ribbing and other neckline finishes Buy the coverstitch machine that best fits your needs Use professional techniques for swimwear, activewear and underwear Stitch decorative seams Use a coverstitch machine for jeans making Fix common coverstitch issues Use different presser feet and attachments for maximum results Pick the right type of needles and thread for your projects Clean and maintain your machine Master the Coverstitch Machine also features sewing industry experts who share their best tips for successful coverstitching. Coverstitching can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. If you follow the methods described in this book you'll be amazed how little tweaks can vastly improve the end result!

The Medieval Tailor's Assistant is the standard work for both amateurs and professionals wishing to re-create the clothing of Medieval England for historical interpretation or drama. This new edition extends its range with details of fitting different figures and many more patterns for main garments and accessories from 1100 to 1480. It includes simple instructions for plain garments, as well as more complex patterns and adaptations for experienced sewers. Advice on planning outfits and materials to use is given along with a range of projects and alternative designs, from undergarments to outer wear. Early and later tailoring methods are also covered within the period. There are clear line drawings, pattern diagrams and layouts and over eighty full-colour photographs that show the garments as working outfits.

Britain has more native breeds of sheep than anywhere else in the world, providing a valuable source of wool for feltmakers. The characteristics of these breeds vary widely, making some more suitable for felting than others. Aimed at all levels of feltmakers, this helpful guide explores a selection of native breeds, and explains how their wool can be used successfully to create a variety of types and weights of felt. The book gives detailed information on each breed of sheep and then advises on their suitability for individual projects. It covers combining different wools, and blending colours to create colour and texture and includes how to work with raw fleece, and how to dye wool and felt. There are over 250 photos which illustrate a wide variety of felted projects.

More Weekend Sewing will ensure that you never run out of quick-to-make designs. Each pattern can be completed in a weekend, with some of them taking only an afternoon, making them perfect for last minute gifts.

Fabric painting is a forgiving craft, allowing you to add your personal touch when you apply paint to textiles. This title is filled with fresh ideas for this evergreen craft and gives a modern take on a timeless pastime. Fabric painting is for everyone and the authors delight in sharing their secrets discovered over many years of hands-on painting and teaching. Here's what the title offers: new ideas on colour and colour mixing; advice on choosing fabric, design, paint and colours; a wide range of fabric painting techniques explained; step-by-step photographs and instructions for over 50 projects; many more ideas from finished items photographed in stunning surrounds; completely original designs with templates included.

This title offers a new take on DIY projects for kids. Personalised, handmade items are a meaningful way to show your love for a baby or child. Christine Schmidt, author of bestselling Print Workshop and the creative force behind the acclaimed Yellow Owl Workshop line of artisan stationery and home accessories, shares her inspired ideas for making easy, yet entirely unique items for children from newborns to school aged. Using stamps, stenciling and other hand printing techniques, design-savvy parents will be able to make quick kid-friendly projects that will be cherished for years to come.

This book is an essential guide for anyone interested in the popular craft of needle-felting. Whether you are completely new to needle-felting or an experienced felter, this book has something to offer, from precise instructions to creative inspiration. Written by two authors, experienced in making and teaching crafts to students of all ages and abilities, instructions are easy to follow and include practical yet creative ideas to fix common mistakes. Projects arise from a genuine love of the natural world and animals, whether they be family pets ('Our Friend Dexter') or wild animals whose widespread ill-treatment has brought them into the limelight. Requiring no experience other than an interest in working and playing with wool, projects progressively build on skills throughout, and will transform you into an avid needle-felter in no time at all.

More than 75 techniques for dyeing, painting, printing and applying interesting embellishments. The focus of this title is on decorating fabric, with loads of inspiration and ideas for crafters, teachers, quilters, fibre artists and anyone who is fascinated by textiles. Photographs illustrate how off the peg items can be zhooshed up and plain lengths decorated for any purpose, including material for quilting fat quarters. Authors use clear, step-by-step presentation to demonstrate the layering of the featured techniques creating rich, sumptuous effects. The enthusiastic and descriptive writing style will whet your appetite and encourage even the absolute novice to play and experiment.