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Caring for the items you love around the home is easier - and more rewarding - than you think. In his first book, The Repair Shop's resident woodworking expert Will Kirk takes you on an inspirational tour of the elements of wood care and restoration, from basic principles and quick fixes around the home to larger projects. Restore shows you how simple and joyful wood care can be, from fixing knicks and stains and making small repairs, to household items you can use to help care for your furniture and other wooden objects.Restore teaches us how to save pieces of furniture from the scrap heap and appreciate the craftsmanship behind the objects we use every day. Encouraging us all to slow down and appreciate the beauty of woodcraft through accessible projects - which anyone can start working on at home!

Every kid loves to have fun, so why not fill up their toy box with delightful handmade toys? From bears and dolls to rattles and lovies, we've got everything you need to create crochet toys and games for the little ones in your life. They can take a trip to Mexico with an amigurumi doll, learn colors and shapes with fun geometric patterns, and battle each other in noughts and crosses. For crochet beginners, we've also included a handy guide to get you started in the craft. So what are you waiting for? Straightforward text, ideal for the beginner.

This book investigates men and quiltmaking, an under-researched part of theU.S.-American quilt world. It analyzes the connection between the genderedness ofmaterial practice and White masculinity concepts in the U.S.-American mainstream.The examination of the construct of masculinity in two quilt novel series from the2010s aims to answer the question of whether the characters¿ attitudes towardsquiltmaking and quilts as objects provide information about change in heterosexualgender relations and whether the fictional masculinities in Wanda E. Brunstetter¿s orAnn Hazelwood¿s novels promote new approaches to manhood. Due to the paucity ofscholarly work on contemporary quilt fiction, this book also contributes to the studyof a hybrid genre.

Find your colourful, joyful home style.Find colour confidence: discover your comfort colours, understand the golden rules that make multicoloured rooms eye-catching and calming, create a home that makes your heart sing.Be bright, be bold, be you: If you're accidentally Wes Anderson, wistful for Wonderland, longing to wake up in Oz... checklists, creative challenges and flowcharts will take you from blank canvas to bespoke, vibrant masterpiece.Learn what lights you up: with over 150 inspirational photos of colourful homes from all over the world.Essential bright, bold ideas for every room: Kate transformed her home on budget, doing it herself, taking her time, and she wants to empower you to do the same. Whether you rent or own, want to add a colour pop or do a total home makeover, this is your essential guide.

Beautiful Birds Coloring Book offers a relaxing and lovely escape with over 120 gorgeous designs to color.

National Monuments & Historic Sites Coloring is an engaging and creative celebration of America’s rich and diverse national historic sites and monuments, a great gift or perfect activity for anyone who appreciates America’s natural and cultural heritage.

Dive into the beautiful aquatic world of mermaids with over 120 gorgeous coloring pages in Mermaid Coloring.

Failsafe lessons for drawing floral and botanical elements For journaling, for stationary, for keeps

What would happen if we turned our back on fast fashion trends? If we took time to slow down, to take pride in caring for our clothes and making them last as long as possible? These are the questions at the heart of Steamery's mission. Since 2014, the brand has developed a wide range of products specially designed to bring out the best of your wardrobe. Now Steamery is sharing its secrets to inspire you to not only appreciate the garments you love, but to find joy in the mindful act of clothing care.With quick and simple tips, The Art of Clothing Care shows you how making small changes can go a long way in keeping your wardrobe looking wonderful.This comprehensive guide includes tips on checking a garment's quality, how to shop for pre-loved clothes, keeping your wardrobe fresh and clean without over-washing, how to remove different types of stains, simple clothing repairs and upcycling ideas, as well as inspiring thoughts on the future of fashion and clothing care.Tapping into slow fashion trends including make do and mend, upcycling, clothing rental, sustainable textiles and shopping second-hand, this beautifully designed coffee table book is the perfect way to start thinking about how you care for your clothes and what small changes you could make to keep them looking their best.

Escape into a charming world with over 120 coloring pages of delightful characters in Kawaii Cuties.

Manifestation Coloring Book contains dozens of positive quotes and affirmations to color to infuse the manifestation journey with artistry.

Granny Square Crochet for Beginners makes getting started with crochet easy with step-by-step instructions for a trove of stitches, granny squares, and projects.

Family-friendly Super Fun Crafts for Kids teaches adults and kids ages 7–10 a variety of crafts through simple techniques and easy projects.

Grab a pencil and draw your very own Beano comic book with this amazing guide!

Modern Still Life: From Fruit Bowls to Disco Balls makes painting still lifes with acrylic paints fun and fresh.

In Make Art or Die Trying, multidisciplinary artist Stuart Semple demystifies art concepts, shares inspiring examples, and offers DIY ideas that allow readers to start and explore their own practice.

This is the Boho Hippie Dog Collection of our "Scrap Paper Journeys" that is packed full over 60 unique and interesting pictures of retro boho hippie dogs in various formats, styles and sizes with a total well over 250 pictures for your Cut and Craft projects! There are many types of craft project to utilize this collection:Scrap bookingJunk Journals and EphemeraMixed Media ArtsCard MakingCollagesDecoupageGift TagsPaper Craft Art25 single-sided sheets Over 250 picturesInstructional guides to get you started with your projects (Guides for Collage art, Scrapbooking, Card Making, Decoupage and Junk Journaling).Inspirational Photos to help get your own ideas and creative energy flowingPlease note: These pages are not perforated. To remove the pages from the book, use scissors or a ruler and craft knife. Crafting with "Scrap Paper Journeys" is a fun and creative journey. Simply cut out the images and use them in your junk journal, scrapbook, or other paper craft project and/mixed media masterpiece.

With Fun and Easy Finger Knitting for Beginners, transform a simple ball of yarn into super-easy, no-needles knitting projects that offer both kids and grownups creative fun.

A resource for those curious to know the names of the fireworks that light up the Summertime skies…Every summer, the evening sky becomes a dark canvas awaiting the brilliant spectacle of fireworks. But as you watch the magnificent display of colorful characters explode overhead, do you know the names of the fireworks that take a bow to the “oohs” and “aahs” of the crowd?Covering everything from the Brocade Crown to a Willow, The Fireworks Field Guide is a resource for anyone intrigued to know the names of each member of the fireworks family. With original illustrations and descriptions identifying each blast, fireworks fans will discover the names and distinguishing characteristics of each beautiful burst that explodes across the nighttime sky. They’ll also learn about the origin of aerial fireworks and how they are used around the globe to mark cultural and historical celebrations.The Fireworks Field Guide is an introduction to the personalities that light up the summer for anyone who wants to attach a name to the brilliant displays they “ooh” and “aah”.

Crochet designer Laurence Jourdan breaks down the fundamentals of crocheting in this handy and beautifully designed book so anyone can recreate his adorable animal creations.

Step into the fascinating world of art history with this inspiring collection of artists and their most famous works, ready and waiting for you to bring to life with colour. From painters and engravers to sculptors and quiltmakers, this book features original illustrations of 23 artists from across the world and throughout time.

Recognising one of the most-honoured performers of all time, A Celebration of Elton John: The Activity Book is 2024¿s follow-up to A Celebration of Dolly Parton: The Activity Book, A Celebration of David Attenborough: The Activity Book and The Unofficial Michelle Obama Activity Book.

Amelia was a small-town girl who had found success in the big city. Fashion design was her art, but it all came crashing down when she lost her daughter, her marriage and then the grandmother who had raised her. She found healing through the murmuring rhythms of her grandmother's Featherweight 221 sewing machine.

A beautiful in-depth, practical guide to the exquisite textile art of renowned embroiderer, Chloe Giordano, now expanded with fresh insights and three inspiring new artworks.--from Amazon.

Knit a glorious Moomin sock collection for the whole family with 29 unique, intricately-designed Fair Isle sock patterns, charts included. Inspired by Tove Jansson's Moomin books, each pattern is a loving homage to Jansson's beloved characters, brought to life by the artistry of top Finnish knitwear designers. You're invited on an enchanting knitting adventure deep into the heart of Moominvalley, which will capture your heart and spark your creativity. All of the characters you love are beautifully represented in these designs. You'll find practical guidance on finding the perfect fit for every member of your family, and detailed instructions on checking your tension ensure that you create the perfect knits every time. Each of the delightful patterns tells its own Moomin tale: The Hemulen Collecting Flowers pattern whisks you away on a floral adventure The 'Dancing in the Rain' socks transport you to a playful and carefree moment in Moominvalley Cozy up with the 'Happy Sniff' socks that capture Sniff's contentment and joy The Moominhouse design invites you into the cozy embrace of the Moomin household itself: agreeable Moomintroll, pensive Moominpappa, calm, caring Moominmamma, timid Sniff, and fearless Little My When it's time to unwind, let the 'Zzzz... time for a snooze' pattern lull you into a state of tranquillity >More about the Moomins: >Moomins are a beloved heritage brand; the first book of eight was published (in Swedish) in 1945 and since then, have sold millions of copies worldwide, in over 40 languages.

Choose from a whole forest of woodland favorites, from fierce bears and their playful cubs to mischievous raccoons, bouncing hares and noble stags. This endearing collection from best-selling author and knitter Sachiyo Ishii is a great source of playful patterns, perfect for presents or playthings, and is a fantastic way to use up your yarn stash. Complete with step-by-step sewing-up, stuffing and embroidery techniques, these fun, simple patterns are ideal for knitters of all skill levels.