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Wire wrapping is a quick and easy technique that will take your jewellery craft to the next level. A little wire, a few simple tools and some brightly coloured beads are all you need to start creating your own intriguing fashion statements. By adding new wires to basic links, you can alter simple links into complex and fascinating focal designs.

Stunning illustrations to colour in, charting the history and heritage of the Cunard Line

First published in 1897, this volume is a complete guide to designing and cutting boot and shoe patterns, published with the novice in mind. Written in simple, clear language and profusely illustrated, this volume will be of considerable utility of those with a practical interest in shoemaking, and it is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: "Moulding the Last", "Getting and Dissecting the Standard", "A Lady's Dongola Boot-Buttons in Right Position", "The Cloth Lining and Button Fly-Vamping Through Linings-Getting the Button Fly", "Circular Vamp-Rounding off Corners", "Button Fly and Top Facing-A Popular Foxing", "Woman's Dongola Beaded Vamp Gypsy Button Boot", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality addition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on history of shoemaking.

Cool Colouring for Men is a captivating book written by Elizabeth James. Published in 2016 by Kyle Craig Publishing, this book offers a unique twist to the genre of colouring books. The author, known for her creative prowess, has meticulously crafted each page to provide a relaxing and enjoyable experience for men. The book features a variety of intricate designs and patterns that are not only visually appealing but also designed to promote mindfulness and stress relief. Whether you're a novice or an experienced colourist, this book provides a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. It's time to unleash your creativity and immerse yourself in the world of colouring with Cool Colouring for Men by Elizabeth James.

A collection of quilt projects based on the theme of garden flowers and plants. Jane A. Sassaman walks the reader through two projects using raw-edge or turned-edge applique and surface embroidery by machine. The book includes a colour gallery of 60 of the author's nature-inspired quilts.

Lines and circles are added to landscape drawings to break up the organic lines and create shapes and spaces using a wider variety of fabric and textures in easy-to-follow methods resulting in a new style of quiltmaking.

From the elegant bias-cut gown to the light and liberating day dress, this book looks at and celebrates the historic silhouettes, fabric cuts and contextual history of 1930s clothing

Knitters love to make shawls and with the easy, innovative techniques of Melissa Leapman, one of America's top knitting designers, they can create hundreds of custom shapes and looks, all from triangular wedges.

The potential and effects of painting with oil pastels are explored in this guide from the "How To Paint Flowers In Acrylics" author.

A practical book that explains how to understand your patterns better and learn how to fit the garments you make.

Love Colored Pencils will take your drawing to the next level! Vivian Wong teaches everything from blending, to hatching, and beyond.

This set of postcards celebrates the lives of women who have changed the world, from the writers of the popular book Good Night Stories For Rebel Girls. Figures depicted on the postcards include Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman and the Bronte Sisters.

Macrame for Home Decor shows how easy it is to make upscale, modern home decor using natural macrame craft cords. Readers will discover the 12 essential knots they need to create gorgeous macrame. 40 stylish projects range in skill levels from easy to advanced, so there's something here for everyone. This book is filled with cool, contemporary ideas for rugs, throws, coverlets, room dividers, boho plant hangers, and much more. Mixed-media projects are also included that incorporate fun and interesting materials like beads and rings. Step-by-step illustrations, clear instructions, and beautiful color photographs make macrame simple and fun.

Yarn and fibre enthusiasts can benefit here from Herzog's clear and methodical instructions on adventurous sweater knits.

Create your own flock of 21 knitted birds, from best-selling author and knitting designer Sue Stratford.

Knitting with beads is a technique that has been used since the early nineteenth century, but has become increasingly popular in recent years. Now, with new methods offering exciting ways to experiment with materials and equipment, there is no better time to improve your skills. Knitting with Beads is a contemporary guide to a traditional technique covering a variety of different techniques, with beads threaded onto the yarn, as well as beads applied as you go along. these methods are developed further in a chapter on experimenting with year, beads and different stitch patterns, which offers readers the opportunity to develop their own ideas for using beads in their knitting. The projects section at the end of the book includes a wide range of items that allows readers to put these techniques into practice.

Guidance on interior design needlework projects inspired by twelve stories of incorporating needlework in interiors, with each contributing to a unified aesthetic.

Add personal, distinctive style to everything you sew with fabric you designed yourself. Each tutorial is refreshingly straightforward and you'll love looking through the book's abundance of tantalizing fabric images! With a complete resources section, this indispensible guide is a must-have for hobbyists and professionals alike.

An on trend collection of 8 crochet barefoot sandals patterns from 4 individual designers. These crocheted sandals are the perfect summer craft project for holidays, festivals, weddings and hanging out on the beach. Whether you are a beginner or a more experienced crocheter you will find the perfect patterns for you in this irrestible collection.

Since 1875, Liberty of London has been producing high-end fabrics renowned for their sumptuous colour, striking design, and silky-smooth hand. This title helps you discover the world of Liberty Fabrics with a collection of 25 quilting and sewing projects. It also includes full-size templates, along with graded tissue paper garment patterns.

Thread painting embroidery is one of the most beautiful embroidery techniques. Often mistaken for painted art, it shows off the true skill of an embroiderer. This book demystifies the technique and shows how easy it is to start embroidering your own stitched masterpieces. For the true beginner and the experienced stitcher alike it will be a treasured guide, explaining the techniques and providing the inspiration to master this exquisite form of embroidery. Over 600 colour photographs support twenty step-by-step projects that range from a simply shaded topiary tree to a three-dimensional hydrangea bouquet.