This revised and updated title is drawn from Katie Essam's successful Layered and Stitched Pictures in The Textile Artist series. Incorporating a new bonus project, this book showcases Katie's free machine embroidery techniques. Her fresh, modern style uses a unique combinations of traditional techniques, and in this book she shows how to create stunning textile art inspired by the beauty in everyday objects. With eight projects and lots of finished artworks to spark creativity, this book teaches the reader how to draw inspiration from the animals, birds, gardens, beach huts and scenes that surround us all; and use that inspiration as fuel to create gorgeous stitched pictures.

In Wardrobe Embroidery, Warunee Bolstad of @plystreknitwear shows you how to easily breathe new life into your wardrobe by adding embroidery to clothes both old and new. Warunee presents a collection of charming embroidery patterns, ranging from beginner-friendly hearts and daisies to intricate floral arrangements. Use these lovely designs to freshen up worn out blouses and jeans or to personalize plain white t-shirts and boring bags. Colourful step-by-step photos will help you master your stitching technique and offer inspiration for developing your own embroidery designs.

Let the magic of Christmas inspire your stitching with these 20 cross-stitch patterns, blending the traditional style of France with a charming contemporary simplicity. Many of the designs include multiple scenes and motifs, offering you hundreds of components to use in a myriad of ways. The elements of a cross-stitched Christmas are all here: wintry scenes, Father Christmas, toys, sparkling decorations, and children enjoying the anticipation! Along with the patterns, enjoy instructions for projects to show off your stitchwork, including a Christmas stocking, a gorgeous Advent calendar, gift cards, and a holiday ABC sampler. Scattered throughout are spirit-inspiring activities and holiday lore: what it's like to visit the real Santa Claus Village in Finland, how the department store window display tradition began, and other reminders of the magic of Christmas.

Keiko Okamoto's Japanese Knitting Stitches presents 150 exquisite knitting and crochet stitches from one of Japan's most prolific and innovative designers. Her designs range from classic to ethnic to quirky in colours ranging from earthy to vivid. Keiko Okamoto is recognized around the world for her colourful and textural stitches, and this book features beautiful colour photos showing the full potential of these stitch patterns. An introduction by veteran Japanese knitting expert Gayle Roehm translator of Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible and 250 Japanese Knitting Stitches explains the ins and outs of using the Japanese-style knitting charts and executing the stitches in a way that is simple and easy for all knitters to understand. Full instructions and diagrams for crochet and knitting projects offer a chance to put these stitches to use. These projects include: A cardigan with charming crocheted strawberry garland A multi-coloured, fringed neck wrap A pair of funky, sculptural arm-warmers toasty and multi-textured A charming Fair Isle knitted basket bag A pair of fluffy, cuffed mittens An elegant A-line textured wool sweater suitable for any body type A chic Nordic-patterned short coat. This book will be a prized addition to every knitter's library, and a favourite reference for years to come!

Create something beautiful for every room in the house with these 35 inspiring crochet patterns. With easy-to-follow patterns and unique designs from Kate Eastwood, you'll find something cosy, stylish or practical to have in your home all year round or to bring out at special occasions. Kate Eastwood, author of Crocheted Wreaths and Garlands, has created 35 beautiful and inspiring designs for the home, with something to suit every room in the house and every time of year. You could crochet a colourful bolster cushion or stylish pompom-edged throw for the living room, or a hot water bottle cover or blanket for the bedroom. Why not try making some seasonal tea cosies or smart table mats to impress your guests in the kitchen? Kate has designed some modern accessories for your bathroom, including a bathmat and cotton facecloths while the contemporary cloud blanket and colourful balloon cushion would look right at home in a child's bedroom or nursery. Kate has also included some great projects to use in the festive seasons, such as the Christmas Nordic wreath and the spring table runner, perfect for Easter. With clear patterns and illustrations of all the stitches, skills and techniques required, all you need is some yarn and a hook to start creating beautiful projects for your home.

A gorgeous collection of over 50 projects inspired by Tilda's studio.

• Choose from a stunning variety of designs for yourself and your home, including bags, accessories, clothing, decorations, gifts and soft toys.
• The colour palette used includes beautiful shades of lavender, pink, teal, turquoise, green and blue.
• Easy-to-follow instructions, gorgeous colour photos and delightful illustrations accompany each project.

Learn to crochet, make a granny square. It's a simple formula that has held true for decades. Crocheters love granny squares because the technique is simple to learn but the possibilities are endless. Vary the colours. Use the same colours but change their placement. Add unique images. Make the same square over and over but in different sizes. There is much to love about the classic square crochet motif. But if it's hip to make squares, imagine the coolness quotient of circles, stars, triangles and hexagons. Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs introduces crocheters to more than 150 designs of every size and shape. Full colour photographs capture the intricate details and colour work in each motif, and the stitching instructions offer the flexibility of being presented in both text and symbol formats. Each motif can be quickly crocheted and then used as a small embellishment on a larger item - or combined with other motifs to create original pieces, from baby blankets to tote bags. Edie Eckman inspires readers to see the world of possibility in each motif. Master the technique, then let the imagination run wild. Motifs give crocheters the freedom to play with shape, colour, and texture in patterns that are small and quickly completed. Motifs - each one a tiny work of art - are at once addictive and rewarding. With its unexpected range of shapes, designs and colour ideas, Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs will keep enthusiasts happy for a very long time!

Jelly Roll Sampler Quilts: Learn how to make quick and easy sampler quilts using the world's favourite pre-cut fabric pack, the Jelly Roll! Jelly Roll Sampler Quilts is packed with 10 stunning sampler quilt patterns to make from over 50 patchwork blocks, each using just one Jelly Roll. Each quilt designs comes with full step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams, with alternative colourways for added inspiration. The Pick 'n' Mix section at the end of the book even shows you how you can create your own unique sample quilt designs by combining the quilt block patterns in different ways. Inside Jelly Roll Sampler Quilts: Classic Sampler Quilt - there are twelve gorgeous blocks in this quilt, focussing on well-loved designs that have stood the test of time. Big and Bold Sampler Quilt - five distinctive blocks in this striking quilt are linked by connector blocks, making this colourful quilt easy to sew. Snowball Sampler Quilt - the eighteen bright and sunny blocks in this quilt are linked by snowball blocks, creating a contemporary design. Star Sampler Quilt - there are three different sizes of star blocks in this elegant quilt, radiating out from a central star. Basket Sampler Quilt - nine different basket blocks in fresh blues and whites were used to create this lovely quilt, set on point for extra impact. Pick 'n' Mix Quilts - learn how to mix and match different quilt blocks to create your own unique sampler quilt designs.

Frolic through fields of flowers as you take your embroidery skills to the next level! Lovely Little Embroideries is an inspirational guide to creating 22 stunning, small, and easy embroidery hoops, accessories, ornaments, and more, all featuring every stitcher's favorite subject - flower bouquets! Opening with overviews on basic supplies, transfer methods, and how to finish the back of a hoop, also included is an illustrated stitch guide for both basic stitches to more advanced ones. With step-by-step instructions and photography for stitching floral embroidery hoops, pendant necklaces, holiday ornaments, lavender sachets, and more, this must-have craft book offers fresh and modern embroidery patterns to fine-tune your skills that every passionate stitcher will love! Embroidery artist Beth Stackhouse is the owner of Forest Chorus Studio where she offers embroidery pattern tutorials, fiber art, and embroidered jewelry. Her work has been featured on MarthaStewart.com, MAKERS Magazine, KOEL Magazine, Feeling Stitchy, and other well-known publications within the needlework and crafting industry.

Restyled, and with fresh new photography, Crochet for the Absolute Beginner is the ideal novice's guide, containing crochet expert Pauline Turner's clear, step-by-step guidance, inspiring projects and helpful hints and tips. The close-up photography and no-nonsense advice leads beginners through the basic stitches and techniques, showing them exactly what they should be doing, while the exciting projects - from scarves and bags to lacework - gradually increase in difficulty to challenge and inspire the reader as they progress through the book. The smaller, wire-bound format is ideal for crafters, as it will fit comfortably into a bag and will sit open while in use for easy reference. Previously published as Beginner's Guide to Crochet; ISBN 9781903975466

Following in the footsteps of the successful Beginner's Guide series, The Beginner's Guide to Upholstery takes readers gently by the hand and shows them the simple techniques they need to bring their love of fabric to upholstered items for the home. This is not a dry, highly technical professional upholstery manual, but a bright and accessible book that presents 10 simple projects using modern methods that are quick and easy to achieve. Readers are taken step-by-step through the process of how to upholster desirable pieces of furniture - using items found at antique markets, street sales and thrift stores that are designed-up and given a modern twist. Readers will learn about fabric choice and other materials, discover essential upholstery techniques and then embark on the projects. which include a simple stool, a vintage sewing box, a blanket box or ottoman, a fluted headboard, a Danish dining chair, a bedroom/nursing chair, a patchwork armchair and a mid-century design two-seater sofa, all guided by the author's expert instruction.

90 original iron-on transfer designs from the archives of the Embroiderers' Guild! An important though largely forgotten part of the Embroiderers' Guild legacy is the huge collection of hot-iron transfers dating back to the early 20th century that were created by members of the Guild. They fell out of favour in the 1960s and the Guild stopped producing them. Many transfers were stored away and haven't been seen since those times; others were simply thrown away. Recently rediscovered and made available for the first time in over half a century, this unique collection includes 90 original designs ranging from the early to mid-twentieth century. This treasure trove of design inspiration is presented in two separate books enclosed in a hardback folder. The Reusable Iron-on Transfers book includes 90 designs that you can cut out and store in the pocket inside the folder after use. This is accompanied by a handy Stitching Guide that includes 26 beautifully worked examples to inspire your colour, thread and stitch choices, as well as information on tools and materials, using an embroidery hoop, and 18 embroidery stitch diagrams.

Join Gai Button as she shares her secrets to needle felting adorable miniature dogs. Using different wools, silks and fibres, and with just three needles, you can make all manner of realistic-looking dog breeds, including labradors, pugs and poodles. There are six dog projects in the book, and the techniques for making them are explained clearly with illustrated step-by-step instructions, along with handy tips. Each dog also has to-scale templates included, so you can start needle felting your favourite pooch right away. Needle felted dogs are easier to make than they look, making them suitable for beginners and confident felters alike!

Crochet new life into unloved, unworn clothes with sustainable fashion hacks! This book is not just a collection of crochet patterns or a selection of makes to keep you looking 'de rigeur'. Oh no! This book is actually a toolkit of hints, tips and instructions to help you rethink the clothes that are already around you, from your own wardrobe to second-hand stores and thrifted finds. This book is a way of life. Whether it's repairing tears and holes, adjusting the fit of a garment such as increasing the length of the body or sleeves, or completely restyling a piece of clothing into something altogether more exciting, these innovative crochet ideas will keep more garments out of landfill and bring them back to life as your new wardrobe faves. Sustainable fashion hero and crochet hacking pioneer Emma Friedlander-Collins of @SteelandStitch takes you step-by-step through the process of crocheting into denim, jersey, wool and other fabrics, with 17 projects to save you money AND save the planet!

I felt that Mary was there, pulling at my sleeve, willing me to appreciate the artistry, wanting me to understand the dazzle of the material world that shaped her. At her execution Mary, Queen of Scots wore red. Widely known as the colour of strength and passion, it was in fact worn by Mary as the Catholic symbol of martyrdom. In sixteenth-century Europe women's voices were suppressed and silenced. Even for a queen like Mary, her prime duty was to bear sons. In an age when textiles expressed power, Mary exploited them to emphasise her female agency. From her lavishly embroidered gowns as the prospective wife of the French Dauphin to the fashion dolls she used to encourage a Marian style at the Scottish court and the subversive messages she embroidered in captivity for her supporters, Mary used textiles to advance her political agenda, affirm her royal lineage and tell her own story. In this eloquent cultural biography, Clare Hunter exquisitely blends history, politics and memoir to tell the story of a queen in her own voice.

A step-by-step guide featuring 15 crochet projects to make the cutest beanies and matching booties. With designs for three sizes: preemie, 0-6 months and 6-12 months. Have you ever had an urge to crochet anything as soon as a baby arrives in your life? Head to Toe Crochet contains bright, modern patterns using simple stitches to make matching booties and beanies. Suitable for beginners or those who have crocheted for years, these accessories are quick to make and guaranteed to raise a smile. This book includes fifteen unique crochet patterns for beanie hats and matching booties, designed for three sizes: preemie, 0-6 months and 6-12 months, and step-by-step illustrated tutorials of simple crochet techniques. Little monsters, tigers and dogs are just some of the creations you can get your hooks into.

Inspired by the banners and signs at recent marches around the world, Really Cross Stitch takes all that anger, outrage and protest and puts it inside a pretty, decorative border. Along with some snarky commentary and general annoyance.

Featuring more than 40 truly original cross stitch designs, the book also contains instructions on techniques for new stitchers.

Stitching for public protest is not new. First-wave feminists in the US and in Britain used needlework in their demonstrations and public protest lectures during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Needlework and other handcrafts, however, declined throughout the twentieth century, with second-wave feminists arguing against 'the oppression of the needle'. In the 21st century however there has been a steep resurgence and many are turning to crafting, especially needlework, as an activist strategy. In Knitting for Good, feminist Betsy Greer makes this point strongly when she proclaims, 'I think every act of making is an act of revolution.'

Stitch a modern crochet garden with this adorable project book from popular pattern designer Amy Gaines! If you love flowers, succulents, cacti, and crochet, this is the book for you! Inside, you'll find 22 beautifully designed projects that are simple enough to make in a day and stylish enough to display or give as gifts. The book is organized into two main themes: flower projects and succulent projects. The flower chapter starts with tutorials for making 10 flowers, such as a daisy, a rose, and a ranunculus, as well as four kinds of leaves. After you have mastered the basic elements, you can move on to a variety of flower-based projects. The succulent chapter provides a wide range of plant and cactus projects. Throughout the book, you'll find: practical projects like cactus coasters, a cactus pencil holder, a dish scrubber, and a table runner; decorative items like potted plants, a floral wreath, a garland, a dreamcatcher, and wall art; personal accessories like floral hair clips, two different purse designs, and a headband. Each project comes with detailed stitch instructions, a shopping list, the finished size, and the skill level. Also included are general crochet instructions, stitch diagrams, and yarn information. Add some green into your life with this modern guide to crocheting plants and flowers. No watering needed!

The pleasures to be had from slowing down can be many, with connections to sustainability, simplicity, reflection, and tuning into traditional and other multicultural textile traditions.Slow Stitch is a much-needed guide to adopting a less-is-more approach, valuing quality over quantity, and bringing a meaningful and thoughtful approach to textile practice.Claire Wellesley-Smith introduces a range of ways in which you can slow your textile work down, including: *Using simple techniques inspired by traditional practice (including hand-stitch rhythms) *Reusing and re-inventing materials (reuse even old textile projects) *Limiting your equipment *Mending revisited (practical and decorative techniques) *Project ideas and resources that help towards making a more sustainable textile practiceRichly illustrated throughout, and showcasing work from the best textile artists who work in this way, this is a truly inspirational book for those looking to reconnect with their craft and to find a new way of working.

Boiled eggs and toast are the ultimate comfort food, whether for a lazy Sunday brunch or a cozy evening supper. Now readers can enjoy their boiled eggs without the fear of them going cold with this book of fun and fabulous egg cozies. Perfect projects for using up small stashes of yarn, these cater for every table setting, from rustic or contemporary to novelty and chic.

Forget step-by-step instructions and copycat designs. In The Improv Handbook for Modern Quilters

50 Fabric Animals presents a cute collection of 50 animal-themed fabric projects to make for you and your home, or as the perfect gift for friends, family and children. The projects include teddy bears, rabbits, birds, sheep, cows, pigs, fish, mice and many more in a range of fabrics, finishes and colours, and there's a mix of styles to suit everybody, from a classic brown teddy bear to more unusual designs like the bright and funky button-eyed bunnies! There is also a selection of applique and embroidery projects, such as an owl mobile-phone pouch, a fish motif glasses case, a seagull cushion and a child's bear-design coat, as well as a keyring, purse, scarf and baby's cot quilt. Beginners will enjoy the easy-to-follow instructions along with the full pattern templates, and more experienced stitchers won't be able to resist making these charming creatures. Inspiring and imaginative, there's even a toy rabbit to fashion from a pair of woollen gloves!