Traditional or modern, vibrant or subtle, the possibilities of granny squares are endless! They captivate tones and lines much like a yarn canvas and come together as snuggly blankets, soft cushions, smart garments and much more. This unique granny square collection combines the styles of 23 creative designers from all over the world, who each bring their best game to the table. With ample suggestions for captivating combinations, written instructions as well as clear graphs for every square in the book, stitch instructions and techniques for blocking and joining, this sourcebook goes above and beyond to show you the endless possibilities of granny square crochet. All motifs match in both size and stitch count, so they can easily be combined into stunning combinations, bringing you the best of this unbeaten crochet classic! - 100 unique granny squares by 23 amazing designers - Each of the 100 squares can be mixed and matched with all others - Including charts and written out patterns in US terms for each square - Including basic crochet tutorials, instructions for blocking and joining - Advice on gorgeous square combinations - Clear photography - Beginner-friendly squares as well as challenging patterns for experienced crocheters

From the editors of "Sew News" - one of the world's most popular sewing magazines - come 24 simple and stylish projects. It helps you to decorate your living space with warmth and charm! From "Sew News" - the trusted sewing source - discover 24 inspiring projects that can be easily adapted to suit any decor. It helps to create everything from cozy pillows, place mats, and pot holders to clever curtains and lampshades.

Deal yourself a quilt challenge with these delightful blocks to create dynamic quilts. The follow up to the best-selling Quilt Builder Card Deck, this second set of cards is perfect to spur your creativity with quilt blocks. Great activity for groups, quilting bees, and guilds - distribute a card to each person and have them make the block.

Decoupage is een van daardie eeue-oue handwerksoorte wat telkens weer in 'n nuwe gedaante sy opwagting maak. Die jongste neiging is om decoupage met lap as basis te gebruik vir die versiering van 'n verskeiden heid voorwerpe, van inkopiesakke tot bedlampies en badkamerteels tot berebokse. Dit is 'n maklike, prettige manier om enige denkbare ding te hergebruik en te versier volgens idees en tegnieke van verskeie ander handwerksoorte. Hierdie praktiese gids se verfrissende en oor spronklike benadering tot decoupage fokus op die gebruik van lap en tekstielstowwe as dekoratiewe medium. Dit teks is propvol inligting, nuttige wenke en praktiese raad. Gedetailleerde aanwysings, aangevul deur duidelike stap-vir-stap foto's, verduidelik al die tegnieke wat vereis word om pragtige artikels te skep en professioneel af te werk. Die uitmuntende foto's van alle voltooide projekte sal enigeen aanspoor om sommer dadelik aan die werk te spring.

Mosaic knitting is a quick-to-learn technique that will enable you to make beautiful, colourful knitted projects in no time. This collection of techniques and knitting patterns for mosaic knitted homewares and accessories, includes everything you need to get started with this exciting technique. Unlike other knitting colourwork techniques, mosaic knitting is beginner-friendly - if you can knit, purl and slip a stitch you can make these projects. The patterns in this collection avoid any complicated shaping and are knitted flat to keep them as accessible and beginner friendly as possible. Mosaic knitting patterns are essentially knitting stripes and slipping stitches in a pattern to creating striking geometric motifs. With mosaic knitting you only work one colour per row, so you don't have to worry about carrying floats of yarn like you do with stranded colourwork techniques. Readers are led through the basics with step-by-step instructions and diagrams so that they can master the techniques before trying out their skills on 15 different projects. All of the patterns are accompanied with charts and there are instructions for how to follow the mosaic knitting charts, as well as how to read the written patterns, how to work in stockinette (stocking) stitch and how to carry yarn up the side of your work. There are step-by-step photographs showing how to work the stitches, as well as advice about choosing and changing colours. Each of the projects has an ability rating so you can build your skills on the easiest patterns before moving on to more challenging, but still accessible, projects. This collection includes 15 projects with stunning geometric designs including wraps, shawls and cowls as well as blankets, throws and pillow covers. For each of the projects author, Ashleigh Wempe, has designed an alternative colourway so you can see an example of how different colour combinations work for each of the designs. Mosaic knitting, is a technique that creates beautiful colourwork but is less complicated than other knitting colourwork techniques, it also creates a softer fabric than stranded knitting and the finished knitted fabric maintains its stretchiness making it soft and flexible.

20+ designs that will add that perfect touch to your holiday decor! Choose from an adorable gnome wall hanging, a whimsical pocket shawl, afghans, ornaments and more!

No-Sew Knitting contains 21 projects for clothing, accessories and homeware for both adults and children, which do not require any sewing up. This book combines both simple and more unusual techniques for creating fabulous knitting projects, without any need to sew. Each project is difficulty rated, making it easy to select based on time and/or ability and there are a wide range of yarns and sizing options to choose from. Each technique is clearly explained with easy-to-follow illustrations. Alongside the patterns there are useful measurement diagrams and tips to help the reader. It is also packed with beautiful and helpful photographs.

Everyone loves to crochet mandalas! These stunning afghans are works of art and are sure to take centre stage no matter how you display them. Designs include both squared-up and round versions. Includes 15 throws; four throws are made using dk weight, one bulky weight and all remaining throws use worsted weight yarn.

The art of needle felting dogs can produce amazingly hyper-realistic - almost taxidermic - results, and with a little know-how, some needles and wool, and a few inexpensive accessories, you can also needle felt like a professional. If you have ever wanted to improve your needle felting and take it to a whole new level to create lifelike dogs, this book, by world class needle felting master Cindy-Lou Thompson of Chicktin Creations, will show you how. Covering four different breeds of dog (Dachshund, Chihuahua, Yorkshire Terrier and Poodle), with step-by-step instructions and photos, Cindy takes you through the processes of creating different body shapes, proportions, armatures, coats, and blending, as well as realistic accessories such as eyes, noses, mouths, ears, and nails. Learn how to achieve a professional finish with different textured coats, clipping and shaping, and finishing off, using a variety of mediums and methods, some of which Cindy has designed and developed herself, and never revealed until now.

Complete your essential outerwear wardrobe this season with on-trend knitted pieces, ideal for throwing over your shoulders before stepping out into the cold. From oversized coats and ponchos to neat waist-length jackets, this collection of cosy outerwear provides the perfect top layer to complete your look. The subtle, autumnal hues of popular Rowan Yarns combine to create beautiful tonal outfits imbued with style and sophistication, while simple shapes and captivating textures will delight every knitter.

A completely one-of-a-kind project guide to creating charming handmade gifts and keepsakes made from fabric! Sewing Cozy Craft Projects features 13 adorable animal designs to create 8 different projects, including greeting cards, magnets, pins, purses, gift tags, and more. Using various techniques - from embroidery, felting, and sewing to applique, patchwork, and more - this must-have guide is the perfect way to learn and build new crafting skills while making fabric postcards and gifts like you've never seen before! Fun to make and simple to send, try new quilting and sewing techniques, then mail your loved ones what you make!

Handwerk is deesdae baie gewild en om jou eie stempel op jou dekor af te druk, gee jou 'n huis met sy eie persoonlikheid! Kruisiesteekwerk is glad nie moeilik nie en enigeen kan dit bemeester deur net 'n paar basiese beginsels te volg. Hierdie boek gee 'n duidelike uiteensetting van die basiese beginsels sowel as alles wat jy mag nodig kry om dit maklik en genotvol te maak. Die boek behandel alles van die versiering van knope, kussings, badsakkies, drasakkies en harte tot die meer tradisionele merklappe wat geraam kan word. Daar is klein projekte vir die beginner asook groter projekte vir die wat hou van 'n uitdaging en meer tyd op hande het.

Jayne Netley Mayhew has created an exquisite new collection of floral designs in cross stitch, taken from her own original paintings. Jayne's new series of cross stitch pictures is a superb blend of detailed individual flower studies and stunning groupings that hold appeal for everyone. Projects range in size and complexity, from a delicate border of violets added to a pillowcase and a traditional Victorian-style bouquet made into a footstool cover, to a simple vase of cottage flowers framed as a picture and a waistcoat embroidered with twining clematis. All the project making-up instructions are included in easy-to-follow steps, and a user-friendly stitch library and techniques section ensure a finished result as perfectly beautiful as the flowers themselves.

Originally published in the 1900s, this book contains extensive detailed information on the many aspects of stitchery and needlecraft. Alongside these detailed answers to many needlecraft questions you will find intricate diagrams and photographic plates. 'Sewing is not just a question of a needle and cotton, but of which needle and what kind of cotton, and how to employ them when you have chosen rightly'. Contents Include: Plain Sewing - Fastenings - Plain-Sewing Trimmings - Your Sewing Machine - Hand Embroidery - How To Work Your Gift Transfers - Home Dressmaking - Mending - Crochet - Raffia Work - Stencilling - Barbola - Simple Ways of Weaving - Gesso-Work - Various Ways of Making and Decorating Lamp-Shades - Poker Work - Artistic Leather Work - An Introduction to Basketry - Basketry - Painting on Glass and China, Etc - Sea-Grass WorkKeywords: Plain Sewing Sewing Trimmings Sewing Machine Lamp Shades Home Dressmaking Needlecraft Basketry Hand Embroidery Gesso Stencilling Painting On