Handmade Gifts From The Kitchen is a delightful gift in itself, as well as a beautiful collection of culinary gift ideas for you to make and bake at home for friends and family.

Indulgent fudge, warming liqueurs, spicy chutneys, sweet and crumbly homemade biscuits … the list goes on. A jar of your favourite preserve or a box of homemade truffles is a delightful way to say thank you to someone special, or for Christmas or birthdays, or indeed for any celebration whatever time of the year. Full of love and originality, the recipes are a pleasure to create and wrap as well as to give. Each recipe has a guide for how long it takes to prepare and make, and the introduction to each offers ideas on how to use it or adapt it for any occasion.

There is a myriad of ideas for wrapping the gifts in a stunning and stylish way, so that every gift is unique.

Inkleurboeke vir volwassenes is steeds baie gewild en daar is eindelose opsies om van te kies en keur. Inligting oor selfdoentegnieke wanneer dit by inkleur kom, is egter nie so volop beskikbaar nie. In hierdie boek deel inkleurkunstenaar, Monique Day-Wilde, alles van die kies van papier, potlode en ander inkleurmateriale, tot die teorie van kleur en kleurvermenging. Sy deel ook basiese en meer gevorderde tegnieke vir spesiale effekte, en wat jy dan met jou inkleurprente kan doen. Leer oor skadutegnieke met enkele of 'n verskeidenheid kleure, afskerming, meng- en vryftegnieke, skep van tekstuur, interessante maniere om groot agtergronde te vul, byvoeging van blinkgoed, stempels met bosseleervloeistof en selfs die gebruik van potloodskaafsels. Daar skuil soveel meer agter inkleurwerk as om net tussen die lyne te hou. Terwyl daar werklik geen regte of verkeerde manier is om in te kleur nie, sal hierdie boek jou help om inkleurwerk te omskep in 'n ervaring wat sal lei tot 'n kunswerk waarop jy kan trots wees - net vir jouself, of om mee te spog by ander.

20 Hekeltegnieke bevat verskillende tegnieke en idees waarvoor hekelwerk gebruik kan word. Elke tegniek word vergesel deur een of meer patrone om die spesifieke tegniek op ’n moderne manier uit te beeld.

Die skrywer verskaf basiese hekeltegnieke vir die beginner, asook meer gevorderde tegnieke vir diegene wat reeds ervare met hekelwerk is.

20 Hekeltegnieke is geskryf om jou kreatiwiteit vrye teuels te gee.

Van babakomberse en sjaals tot truie en bykomstighede, hierdie breiboek bied ’n versameling van 50 hoogtepunte uit die baie suksesvolle reeks, Brei saam met Vrouekeur.

Die 50 breipatrone beloof om elkeen se brei-lus te bevredig en jou te inspireer om daardie babakombers of trui te brei. Die patrone is mooi en prakties genoeg sodat enigiemand dit kan brei. Daar is ’n groot verskeidenheid patroonsteke vir oud en jonk en nuttige wenke
wat jou die geleentheid bied om ook ander artikels te brei.

Colouring books for adults are still all the rage and everybody is spoilt for choice more than ever. How-to information when it comes to colouring is not as prolifically available. In this book colouring artist Monique Day- Wilde tells all, from choosing your paper, pencils and other colouring materials to theory of colour and colour mixing, basic and advanced techniques to special effects and what to do with your coloured pages. Learn about shading with single or multiple colours, resists, blending and burnishing, creating texture, interesting ways to fill large backgrounds, adding bling, stamping with embossing fluid and using shavings. There is so much more to colouring than just staying between the lines. While there really is no right or wrong way, this book will help you turn it into an experience, resulting in a work of art you will be proud of - just for yourself, or to show around.

This source book is loaded with ideas for using traditional scrapbooking techniques to enhance your home decor and turn ordinary everyday items into great gifts or to recycle discarded articles and found objects for further functionality. It shows you how to transform and personalise almost anything by incorporating photos and mementos combined with scrapbook paper, card stock and embellishments. Gorgeous photographs of every project in a home setting will inspire you and step-by-step instructions and photographs show you how; Fun, quirky and unusual projects; Fabulous gifts and keepsakes; Finishes range from simple and stylish to bold and over the top; Recycle tins, jars, pallet wood, frames and even shopping bags. Preserving memories in clever, creative ways, putting them on display on your walls and shelves or turning them into much appreciated gifts remain the focus. This book will soon have you look at almost any item as a possible canvas for photos and collage. From a small, photo-lined envelope to a huge display door made from pallet-wood, the more than 55 projects in the book will appeal to crafters of a wide range of skills and experience.

An abundance of fascinating florals awaits in the gorgeous new colouring book from Johanna Basford.

Join 'colourist queen' Johanna Basford on a floral adventure around the world and beyond, into the realms of fantasy and imagination. This sensational new colouring book is filled with countless new blooms and blossoms, from floating gardens of water poppies in South Africa to delicate cosmos in Japan, ready for you to discover and bring to life in colour.

Get ready to show your colours!

Johanna has picked a crisp ivory paper that accentuates and compliments your chosen colour palette. The smooth, untextured pages allows for beautiful blending or gradient techniques with coloured pencils, or are perfect for pens, allowing the nib to glide evenly over the surface without feathering.

Uplifting Scripture is artistically presented on each page with complimentary artwork, offering an opportunity for reflection and receiving encouragement from God's Word while you lose yourself in the tranquillity of colouring.

With the diversity of design styles, you'll have a hard time deciding which page to colour first! Share the joy and invite others to join you - the perforated pages make this a shareable pastime. When you're finished, hang your artwork for constant inspiration.

The glossy hardcover volume features embossed text and designs and a 2.5 cm coil binding.

• Perforated One-Side Printed Sturdy Pages
• Designed for Fun, Serenity, Calmness & Quiet Inspiration
• Includes Gift Tags, Bookmarks & Cards to Colour
• Presentation Page for Gift-Giving
• Scripture on Every Page
• 18 x 26 cm
• 50 Designs Plus Extras

Artist Amylee Weeks trademark simple and whimsical drawings and creative designs are combined with uplifting Scripture and inspired words to offer calm and stress-relieving joy in colourful self-expression.

Share the joy and invite others to join you - the perforated pages make this a shareable pastime. When you're finished, hang your artwork for constant inspiration.

The glossy hardcover volume features embossed text and designs and a 2.5 cm coil binding.

• Perforated One-Side Printed Sturdy Pages
• Designed for Fun, Serenity, Calmness & Quiet Inspiration
• Includes Gift Tags, Bookmarks & Cards to Colour
• Presentation Page for Gift-Giving
• Bible Scripture & Christian Content
• 18 x 26 cm
• 50 Designs Plus Extras

This book takes you beyond the traditional boundaries of muted, delicate and translucent watercolour to create rich, vivid images, not only with watercolour on paper, but with other media and materials, while still retaining a watery feel and enhancing and expanding the possible textural effects. The projects showcase a mix of water media in familiar and unconventional, experimental ways. These include paint, ink, coloured pencils and fabric dye, with texture mediums forming part of the repertoire. While watercolour paper is used a fair amount, canvases, board and drafting paper or vellum are also incorporated. Some really simple, structured techniques have been covered, which can be followed step by step to achieve a very similar outcome and are suitable for crafty projects. Readers are also encouraged to use the more spontaneous and less controlled techniques (illustrated step by step), to further their own creative path, develop a sense of adventure, learn to take risks and work with their 'happy accidents'. There are lots of things one can do with unsuccessful work and the author has included ideas for incorporating discarded endeavours into new art work. Filled with fabulous ideas for both artists and crafters, even the absolute beginner will be able to play and experiment along with Water marks.

Quilt Potpourri concentrates on the geometric triangular family of quilts: with different lay-outs, shapes and styles.

Features:

• a complete instruction manual for individuals or groups for using isometric graph paper for designing for hand and machine sewing at all skill levels
• 144 colourful printed pages, as inspiration for a variety of ideas and projects for both individuals, groups, and community development projects
• hand-drawn and coloured patterns and photographs of completed items as well as wide-range information on the use of colour
• biographical references and a bilingual Index, a comprehensive printed collection of isometric patterns, blocks, and contemporary versions of traditional quilts included
• special attention to freedom of designing and individual satisfaction
• technical information suitable for all types of quilt making
• all measurements in the book are shown metrically and imperially.

Resin jewellery is very easy to make and the technique is incredibly versatile. Popular craft author Sara Naumann shows you how to make beautiful pieces of jewellery for men and women, using simple techniques and inexpensive materials. Great fun and quick to make, you can add paper, fabric, photographs, shells, dried flowers, nail polish and more to the resin, producing professional-looking and stylish pieces that are totally unique. There are more than 50 projects to inspire you to create your own resin jewellery for yourself, or as gifts for family and friends. Ideal for beginners and more experienced crafters, prepare to become addicted!

“Dis ontspannende terapie om vrylik te krabbel en in te kleur.” So se Marleen Visser, die kunstenaar. “My krabbels is spontane, verbeeldingryke lyntekeninge, persepsies en drome van die alledaagse lewe. Laat jou innerlike kind die klein stories binne-in ontdek en verken. Laat die kreatiewe reis jou inspireer en jou hart en gedagtes na wonderlike, nuwe plekke meevoer.”

“Dis ontspannende terapie om vrylik te krabbel en in te kleur.” So se Marleen Visser, die kunstenaar. “My krabbels is spontane, verbeeldingryke lyntekeninge, persepsies en drome van die alledaagse lewe. Laat jou innerlike kind die klein stories binne-in ontdek en verken. Laat die kreatiewe reis jou inspireer en jou hart en gedagtes na wonderlike, nuwe plekke meevoer.”

Perfect for those who enjoy the creative and meditative pastimes of arts and crafts, Metallic Rock Painting will teach you how to create eye-catching works of art that will stylishly shine and glimmer.

Join author and mandala-stone artist Katie Cameron as she guides you step-by-step through the process of making eight luminous metallic designs, providing tips, tricks and handy hints along the way that will allow you to dot, paint, and create shiny rock artwork like a pro.

Taking inspiration from the wondrous lustre of metallic paint, Katie’s original designs will delight all who see them. From the simple but stunning Bubble design, to the gorgeous Dragon Egg, to the intricate and phenomenal Enchanted Urchin Amulet, these creations will be ideal for displaying in your home or garden, or making a spectacular gift for a loved one.

With step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs for every design, you will be creating your own radiant works of art in no time. What's Included:

- 24-page book

- 4 large river stones

- 4 metallic paints

- 1 black paint

- 1 paint brush

- 1 dotting tool

Dog lovers will go barking wild for this addition to the popular Edward's Menagerie series, with 65 beginner-friendly patterns for crocheting adorable pups.

Bring your favorite four-legged friends to life with these 65 crochet patterns for everything from elegant Afghan hounds to oh-so-cute schnauzers and including crossbreeds like the puggle and the cockapoo. They're so easy to make with step-by-step instructions and charming full-color photography that showcases the completed crocheted projects.

In addition, author Kerry Lord shows you how to customize each pattern so that you can capture your own beloved canine companion – whatever breed it is.

Hekel vorm deel van 'n reeks boeke van 25 hekelprojekte elk. Die eerste in die reeks skop af met moderne en unieke hekelprojekte vir vroue. Die skrywer bied 'n verfrissende en moderne aanslag tot hekel met 'n sterk ondertoon van Boho (Boheemse) mode-neiging wat internasionaal groot nuus is. Projekte is divers en gehekel met verskillende breidraad en sluit bonkige tot fyn hekelwerk in – iets vir elkeen! Die 25 patrone sluit onder meer in: 4 Somertruie: Driehoektop in suiwer katoen, ongewone blomonderbaadjie, fyn kantbloktoppie en bandjiebloesie; 4 Wintertruie: Interessante kantbloktop met arandikte katoen (ongewoon), seshoek-onderbaadjie in suiwer wol, tunik met wye moue en kimono in verskillende steke; 4 Serpe en sjaals: Sirkelserp, driehoekponcho, kantsjaal wat vasknoop, skoursjaal met blomme en pastelblokwinterserp; 9 Bykomstighede soos 'n gordel, sonhoed, mus, pantoffels en kouse en 4 handsakpatrone; 4 Juweliersware soos armbande, oorbelle en 'n unieke ryk versierde halssnoer; Die patrone is unieke ontwerpe deur die bekende skrywer, Karen Adendorff; Alles word gehekel met plaaslike wol verskaf deur Saprotex, maar plaaslik, vervaardigde draad deur kleiner verskaffers in SA word ook ingesluit; Die boek sluit verduidelikings van al die basies steke wat gebruik word in, asook afkortings en verduidelikingsvan simbole; Patrone word toegelig deur diagramme en dien as ekstra bonus vir die hekelpersoon.

The Best in Show series is an outstanding global success. Sally Muir and Joanna Osborne are back - this time with designs for 25 wild animals. There is something here for everyone, with instructions for knitting spots, stripes, fur, scales, trunks, wings and beaks! The animals are surprisingly easy to make. It will only take a few evenings to create yourself an exotic pet or reproduce your favourite species. These knitted animals in miniature are much easier to look after than the real things - they don't need feeding, they won't make a mess and they take up hardly any room. This book is a real zoological tour of the globe with animals from all over the world. Patterns include tiger, crocodile, penguin, cheetah, anteater, ring-tailed lemur, camel, giraffe, panda and kangaroo. Idiosyncratic descriptions of the various species accompany beautiful photography, making this book irresistible for both keen knitters and wildlife enthusiasts.

Wat kan lekkerder wees as om die perfekte handgemaakte geskenk vir iemand te gee. Met meer as 50 projekte vir geskenke en hope idees om hulle pragtig toe te draai, is hierdie boek net wat jy nodig het om jou geliefdes te bederf. Daar is iets vir almal - van troeteldiere tot vriende, van babas tot oupas en oumas - en geskenke vir enigiets van 'n verjaarsdag en 'n huweliksherdenking tot 'n kombuis- of ooievaarstee. Elke projek word duidelik met eenvoudige stap-vir-stap aanwysings uiteengesit en vergesel van 'n lieflike kleurfoto van die voltooide item. Daar is deurgaans uitstekende verpakkingsvoorstelle asook wenke en raad met alternatiewe wat jou sal help om unieke geskenke te skep wat harte baie bly sal maak.