This is a knitting pattern book. The pattern makes the following sizes: Girl's USA 5/6 (X-Small), 7/8 (Small), 9/10 (Medium), 11/12 (Large), 13/14 (X-Large), 15/16 (2X-Large). The instructions are detailed (no graph), color coded, easy to follow, and in large print. This gorgeous dress whips up in no time because it requires the use of #9 knitting needles (not included) and worsted yarn (also not included).

This simple guide will inspire you to pick up a pair of knitting needles and learn to create beautiful accessories, homewares and gifts. You want to learn to knit, but somehow you always end up in a tangle of knotted yarn and baffled by complicated and conflicting advice. This beginner's handbook goes back to basics, with clear step-by-step illustrations demonstrating how to cast on and how to ace a range of stitches, 15 easy projects allow you to practise your skills and build your confidence. You Will Be Able to Knit by the End of This Book provides a simple guide to picking up your knitting needles and getting started, and it helps to build your confidence slowly, as you practise and perfect skills and techniques. By the end of the book, you will be able to knit a range of projects including a simple headband, tablet case and even a doorstop. So take some time for yourself, learn a new skill, and enjoy crafting gifts for your friends, family and home with this beautiful book by your side. Projects include: -- Super chunky scarf- Mittens- Blanket- Baby booties- Cushion- Hot water bottle case- Teddy- Triangle shawl

Originally published in 1906 as part of the Artistic Crafts Series of Technical Handbooks. Contains many period photographs and illustrations.Contents Include: Embroidery Tools, Appliances and Materials Pattern Designing Stitches Canvas work and Stitches Methods of Work Embroidery with Gold and Silver Threads Lettering, Heraldry and Emblems The Garniture of Work Practical Directions Tapestry Weaving Necessary appliances and Materials Preparations for Work The Technique of Weaving Notes on the Collotype Plates The Collotype Plates Keywords: Embroidery Tools Technical Handbooks Stitches Tapestry Weaving Canvas Work Artistic Crafts Appliances Period Photographs Silver Threads Gold And Silver Heraldry Emblems Lettering Illustrations

These bulletins were issued by the Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts Extension Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. They cover clothing-making for children and babies. (Originally published August 1927.) Includes vintage illustrations.

This book covers all of the most popular tie-dye techniques - ice dyeing, crumple dyeing and shibori - and shows how to create a wide variety of designs and patterns. All you need to get started are inexpensive materials - fabric, string, rubber bands - and dye.

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!