Stitch a dozen fabulous dishcloths! Choose from an assortment of pretty floral designs, each made using Premier Yarns Home Cotton #4 worsted-weight yarn and a size I/9/5.5mm crochet hook. They are suitable for beginners and more advanced crocheters who are simply after new and beautiful designs to make.

Even beginners to crochet can follow the lessons and learn the skills needed to enter the wonderful world of filet crochet. Charted designs range from beginners to more advanced levels.

Recreate memories of the seaside with simple sewing, papercraft, crochet and knitting projects using beautiful Tilda fabrics, yarn and embellishments. Be inspired by life at the beach and in the ocean to make gifts, toys and pretty accessories for your home. From adorable whales and fishing girl dolls to hanging mobiles, applique blankets and summer scarves, the designs will take you on a journey of the perfect seaside holiday.

This title will present an overview of the core textiles techniques: applique; printing onto fabric; stencilling; fabric painting; dyeing; quilting and patchwork; batik; embroidery (hand and machine); felt-making; weaving; silk painting; fusing and bonding fabric; and mark-making. Each chapter will be packed with unique ideas demonstrating different ways to use the technique as you are learning. Perfect for fashion and textile students, or anyone with a passion for creative textiles. The cheapest and easiest methods for each technique will be explained, and where possible the author will cover methods for working on textiles at home, without expensive equipment. Format will be strictly practical and step-by-step, with tools and working techniques fully explained and illustrated.

Keep it simple and do it well. The Merchant & Mills Sewing Book contains fifteen step-by-step projects aimed at guiding you gently but firmly through the basics of sewing. Each project you make from this book will be stylish, but above all, useful. Part I of the book presents a fundamental overview on the art of sewing, the tools and materials you will need and homegrown tips on essential good practice. In Part II, seasoned dressmaker Carolyn Denham leads you step by step through fifteen achievable projects, each building on the skills gained as you progress through the book. First, equip your sewing room with practical items you never knew you needed, such as a Tailor's Ham, Sleeve Roll and an Ironing Board Cover (essential items for good pressing practice), a Hussif (the ever ready portable sewing kit) and a Maker's Apron (utilitarian chic for good workers). Then go on to use your new sewing skills to make cushions, throws and bags before progressing on to garments with the Tailored Shawl and Fisherman's Top, using the paper patterns provided in the back of the book. Make them all and you will be a very capable dressmaker with a raft of functional, beautiful, handmade goods.

Handcrafted gifts are popular in today's world, and Amigurumi dolls are perfect gifts for babies and kids. This book includes clear patterns for toys made by talented Amigurumi designers. The designers from around the world offer toys that reflect their unique styles--featuring cat, rabbit, giraffe, doll, elephant, lion, bird, and much more.

Take fabulous fleece beyond simple tied blankets. Imagine the possibilities for great gifts made from fun prints and super solids. You'll find many beginner-friendly patterns to choose from! Create hats and wraps to wear for warmth, just-for-fun pillows for the home, and cozy stuffed toys for pets Learn the ins and outs of sewing with fleece--from choosing the right machine needles and cutting tools to easy, no-finish-needed seaming techniques Add texture with twin-needle ribbing, embellishments, and even no-sew options such as square knots and lacing

Let this book show you the pleasure of repairing, reinforcing and making beloved items using sashiko embroidery! Sashiko for Making and Mending shows you how to use sashiko stitching to mend rips, repair things like fraying cuffs and create original accessories that look fabulous. With this book, you'll be able to embrace the visible mending movement--the practice of repairing high quality items you already own instead of replacing them with cheaper "fast fashion" alternatives. It also gives you the opportunity to practice the craft, with instructions for 15 handmade items, including: Gorgeous indigo pouches A rustic linen book cover Breezy, multipurpose cotton stoles A simple, elegant tote bag And so much more! This book teaches many easy variations of the traditional sashiko stitches--highlighting the impact simple, well-executed stitching can have on everything from embellishing napkins to repairing a jacket. Its gorgeous, thoughtful aesthetic and high-functionality makes sashiko the perfect all-purpose embroidery!

Antique beaded purses capture the imagination of artists and crafters today. This book will show how to use patterns and motifs of vintage bags to create replicas of the purses with todays materials in easy step-by-step directions. Seven original patterns for bead-knit purses are presented with a nod to some of the antique purses that inspired them. Complete how-tos with photographs will guide even non-knitters to make beautiful beaded purses that will be keepsakes for years to come.

Arounna Khounnoraj's Embroidery is a modern guide to this ancient craft. Arounna will show you how to master the art of the decorative stitch through clear step-by-step instructions that demystify the embroidery stitches and teach you how to apply them through a collection of 20 botanical-inspired projects. The projects include bags, wall hangings, napkins, cushions and more. This book will inspire you to build on your skills and find your own personal style. Packed with stunning lifestyle photography that draws on Arounna natural style and aesthetic, step-by-step illustrations will clearly show you how to start and finish each project neatly. Embroidery offers a fresh approach in Arounna's signature style.

Knitting is the miracle of creating new dimensions from a strand of yarn. Let it bring that miraculous transformation to your spiritual life too.

This book is about seeing and listening. It s about becoming aware that through knitting you can hear and give attention to what s in your heart and soul that knitting can be a place of rest and thought and a place for the Divine. It s about connection to yourself, to the world, to others and to the Holy. from the Preface

What can you learn about yourself through your knitting? What deeper symbolism lies behind the loops and patterns that you create? How can this simple activity help you make your way down a spiritual path? Delve into these questions and more in this imaginative book that will become your spiritual friend, your teacher and your sanctuary. Follow the knitting journeys of the authors and other knitters to discover how they have used their knitting to explore and strengthen their spiritual selves, and how you can do the same. In this joyful and engaging look at a time-honored craft you are invited to: Find time and space that was previously hidden in plain sight Try creative, thought-provoking original knitting patterns Recognize and deepen spiritual connections through knitting Meet other knitters on the journey to spiritual and self- discovery Explore new ways to expand and savor your knitting community Recognize your own power to pass along the knitting wisdom

From start to swaddling, these baby blankets crochet quickly and with ease. Six patterns ranging in size from 35 x 39" to 39 x 52" are detailed in easy-to-understand instructions appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced crochet crafters. There are neutral designs as well as those particularly appropriate for boys or girls, making baby shower gifts a breeze. The patterns use sport or medium worsted-weight yarn.

With Hook in Hand, Enrich Your Spiritual Practice and Renew Your Awareness
of the Connections of Creativity to Spirit

What can you learn about yourself through your crocheting? What deeper symbolism lies behind the loops and patterns that you create? How can this simple activity help you make your way down a spiritual path? Delve into these questions and more in this imaginative book that will become your spiritual friend, your teacher and your sanctuary. Follow the crochet journeys of the author and other crocheters to discover how they have used their crocheting to explore and strengthen their spiritual selves, and how you can do the same. In this joyful and engaging look at a time-honored craft, you will discover ways to: Find a Sense of Fullness and Gratitude Have More within a Structure of Less Combine the Spiritual Practices of Meditation and Prayer Create Tools for Intensifying Spiritual Practice Find Your Spiritual Path with Crochet Connect with Community through Crochet Make Crochet Uniquely Yours and much more

Make little girls' dreams come true with the prettiest sewing projects ever imagined! Sewn in Liberty's timeless classic florals, rainbow hues and delicate prints, this exquisite collection of easy sewing patterns will help you bring joy and colour to any little girl's life. Let her snuggle up in a quilt... twirl and whirl in skirts and dresses... play-fight with pillows... carry her treasures in bags and purses... become best friends with a topsy turvy doll... and pretty up every part of her bedroom with lampshades, curtains, cushions and more. Featuring Liberty Art Fabrics - the world's most desirable fabrics with a unique heritage dating back over 100 years - and created by life-long Liberty lover and purveyor of fine fabrics Alice Caroline, this stunning book will wow you with the beauty yet genuine simplicity of the makes.

For little heroes - children's fashion made from woven fabrics. Julika Landermann, founder of the JULESNaht label, presents great children's fashion made from woven fabrics that you can sew yourself. The step-by-step photographs make it easy to follow the instructions and sew lovely dresses, shirts, etc. The cuts are designed so that the clothes are easy to put on and perfect for playing. The Scandinavian designs make the models particularly magical. Information about the different types of materials, technical tips and 2 pattern sheets are included in the book.