Weekend Makes: English Paper Piecing teaches this traditional patchwork & quilting technique with a stylish collection of 25 simple projects for homewares and gift items. English Paper Piecing (EPP) is a hugely popular form of quilt-making that originated in England in the 1700s. It is a method of hand-piecing using a variety of paper templates to create an accurate mosaic-style pattern with a variety of fabrics. Beginner quilters will love the opening step-by-step instructions, while advanced sewers will enjoy using their existing skills to learn a new technique and create beautiful patchwork from a variety of interesting shapes including diamonds, triangles & clam shells as well as the traditional hexagon. Complete information on tools & equipment plus reusable templates and modern life-style photography give clear instructions for the construction of each project. The patterns are ideal for using up left-over fabrics, with a variety of colours and patterns throughout. Projects include: Brooch, small basket, tea cosy, notebook cover, cushion tote bag, tablet storage.

A handmade quilt is a great addition to any home. Here are ten of them in a range of sizes and with a fresh, contemporary style, designed by quilting expert Janet Goddard. Combining simple block colours with bright patterns, Janet's designs have a chic quality that will easily suit and accessorise a beautiful contemporary house or apartment. Follow the easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions provided to create your own stunning quilts, each accompanied by gorgeous photographs of the finished piece. Several of the projects inside have also been designed to be completed in a weekend or two, making these lovely, thoughtful gifts for family and friends. For those new to the world of quilting, materials and basic techniques sections in the book give you all the information you need to start - from essential equipment to basic piecing techniques. So simply pick up the book, choose fabrics and colours to match your own decor, and go on to create an eye-catching accessory for your home.

Weekends are the perfect time to get crafting! This stash-busting sewing book, aimed at beginner to intermediate crafters, has 25 quick and easy projects to make, all from fat quarters or fabric scraps. Each project has easy-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography, as well as a comprehensive techniques section. Ideal for using up leftover remnants of fabric to make great gifts. Give them to your family and friends, or keep them for yourself! Projects include: apron, tea cozy, coin purse, weekend bag, bunting and bed quilt.

Denim Upcycled contains 25 creative projects using old pairs of jeans to create fabulous, customised clothes and homewear. Jeans are such a wardrobe staple that most people end up with at least one or two pairs of that don't fit any more, have worn out in places or have gone out of style. But instead of consigning them to landfill, why not repurpose them? Denim is a durable and versatile fabric that's perfect for upcycling into stylish, sustainable and useful items for you, your family and friends, and your home. With clear instructions and handy tips throughout, projects are suitable for all levels. And by buying less and creating more, you're taking positive steps to help address climate change. Projects include: Flower Brooch, Decorative Cuff, Phone Case, Coin Pouch, Zippy Pouch, Water Bottle Carrier, Tote Bag, Messenger Bag, Storage Baskets, Drawstring Bag, Notebook Cover, Luggage Tags, Shorts, Skirt, Pendant Bottle, Gift Bag, Love Cushion, Home Cushion, Plant Pot, Hanging Hearts, Tooth Fairy Pillow, Pencil Case, Tablet Storage Pouch, Wall Hanging Organizer, Three-in-a-Row Gam. AUTHOR: Janet Goddard is the author of several books featuring patchwork, quilting, bag making and applique. She is a regular contributor and pattern writer for sewing and patchwork magazines such as Love Sewing and British Patchwork & Quilting and has written over one hundred patterns for a variety of publications. Janet also designs projects for fabric companies. She regularly teaches workshops throughout the UK covering a range of craft skills and techniques and enjoys sharing her expertise and knowledge with others. 250 photographs, 30 diagrams

Drama directed by Chris Bernard and starring Alfred Molina and Peter Firth. When two Russian sailors come ashore in Liverpool for a night on the town they make quite an impression on local girls Elaine (Alexandra Pigg) and Teresa (Margi Clarke), despite speaking only a little English. Elaine and Peter (Firth) swiftly fall for each other but he and Sergei (Molina) must soon depart with their ship. Utterly besotted with Peter, Elaine decides she must send a letter to the Russian General Secretary, Leonid Brezhnev, pleading with him to allow a reunion between the lovers.

Seventeen-year-old Ronnie thinks she knows her family. Just trying to get out of high school, she tolerates her bossy older brother, Thatcher, and avoids her alcoholic mother, Vivian. Life seems simple enough, but one Saturday morning changes everything. Enter Juanita: long lost sister and giant family secret number one. Standing over seven feet tall, Juanita brings unavoidable truth to a family where silence and secrets are as common as table salt.