Make a statement--and smash the patriarchy, one stitch at a time--with these 40 feminist-themed cross-stitching patterns! Crafty activists will love this snarky book with its 40 irreverent, vintage-inspired cross-stitch patterns. Whether you want to…
This is a complete studio guide to successful glazing at mid-range temperature. It explores all the fundamental techniques, as well as offering artisan tips for specialist glazing. It comes from expert potter and teacher John Britt. According to Cer…
The natural world soothes and refreshes our soul - and so does the process of focusing on, and colouring, mandalas. This follow-up to the successful Mandala Meditation Coloring Book features beautiful, fine-lined, nature-themed patterns by South Afr…
Bookmaking is more popular than ever and this book makes the craft available to everyone. Beginners will soon be on their way to folding, gluing and sewing handmade books in a variety of styles. This title includes photographs of the author's own bo…
This is a step-by-step guide to sculpting the human face. It is richly illustrated with both photographs and diagrams for creating detail. It comes from experienced sculptor and instructor Alex Irvine. Sculpting the human face presents a unique arti…
These 90 magnificent designs-from elaborately detailed elephants to skulls, dragons, and eagles-just beg to be colored in. Use them for meditative downtime . . . or to inspire a real tattoo!
With hundreds of recipes for some of the most popular and enduring high-fire glazes, this reference will prove a boon to ceramists who want to master this complex and versatile aspect of the art. Author John Britt, who served as Clay Coordinator at…
This stitchwork classic features 500 designs ranging from traditional patterns to original motifs and crocheters of every level will find essential information and inspiration on every page. Each design features a close-up colour photograph, a diagr…
This fresh and fun introduction to watercolour teaches beginner artists to create their own botanical-inspired paintings. Start by learning how to select paper, paint and brushes and then dive into lessons and exercises on creating a palette, blendi…
An in-depth guide to choosing the right yarn for your project--including 10 patterns that explore how different yarns affect the outcome of your final product. When beginning a project, every knitter confronts the question: "What yarn should I use?"…
This is a project-driven guide to working with clay. It covers a wide range of techniques and processes. It includes galleries and interviews from well - known ceramists explaining their inspiration and processes. For studio artists, production pott…
Ceramicists searching for new ways to fire their creations now have a wealth of options. Authors James Watkins and Paul Wandless, along with a group of distinguished artisans, demonstrate in detail how to build low-cost, low-tech, yet high-quality k…
Brooke Nico, author of Lovely Knitted Lace and a lace teacher and designer, presents 16 new projects that offer a fresh and original take on lace knitting. Think sweaters, capelets, tunics and cowls, knit in yarns both thick and thin - contemporary…
This is a comprehensive workbench guide. It goes beyond the basics; suitable for intermediate level. Many projects do not require a studio or unusual equipment. With this comprehensive workbench guide, acclaimed artist Brenda Griffith takes kiln-for…
To develop a successful jewellery line, designers have to be more than just creative artists - they have to understand the ins and outs of running a craft business. Emilie Shapiro's detailed guide explores the many facets of creating a quality handm…
A Christmas-themed collection of embroidery transfers. Each transfer can be reused up to five times and there's an envelope to store cut-out designs.
Chain mail is one of the hottest jewellery trends out there; add beads and the style positively shines. Bestselling author and chain mail expert Dylon Whyte presents his time-tested, time-saving techniques with twenty-six breath-taking projects, ran…
Stay organised, write down important information and compile your to-do lists with these eye-catching and practical customisable page layouts and spreads.
Asian-inspired lampshades embellished with flying fish. Canvas sneakers decorated with pink and white swirls. A pretty pillow adorned with a sleeping bunny. All it takes to create these appealing projects - or add charming embroidered touches in no…
Age range 6 to 14Whip up 20 borax-free slimes with different textures, cool colours, and special effects from slime enthusiast Selina Zhang (@anathemaslime)! Tweens everywhere are getting slimy! Using the step-by-step instructions in these 20 borax-…
With more than 340 border and band stitch designs to use on clothing, textiles, handicrafts and more, this is the ultimate go-to guide for crocheters! Now available in paperback, this stunning collection of classic and original patterns features: a…
Every woodworker will want to own this colorful, information-packed, mammoth resource for weekend crafting. It's filled with 150 classic projects, and features an introductory section that walks readers through the various planning stages. It's all…
AmiguruMe Eats serves up a buffet of projects that recreate the look, scents, and textures of your favorite foods! This irresistible collection of 40 food-themed amigurumi makes a delicious treat for crafters. Perfect for beginners, it offers a menu…
Two hot trends - paper quilling and mandalas - come together in 30 designs by the co-owner of Quilled Creations. Alli Bartowski explains basic quilling techniques, from curling and crimping to scrolling and rolling, while detailed photos show all th…
Jump into the exciting world of paint pouring--and instantly create dazzling, abstract art--with this comprehensive how-to guide by the popular founder of the Mixed Media Girl YouTube channel. Paint pouring--which involves using a free-flowing acryl…
Paper quilling - rolling and shaping thin strips of paper to create decorative effects - meets the popular art of flower crafting in 35 simple, yet engaging projects. Alli Bartkowski, one of the leading experts of quilling, presents a bouquet of blo…
Sherri Warner Hunter, author of the bestselling "Creating with Concrete", proves once again that concrete isn't just for sidewalks anymore; it's perfect for the garden too. A selection of 30 beautiful designs suggests the range of this increasingly…
With this lavish introduction to the centuries-old art of enameling, even beginners can effortlessly create imaginative designs. It covers all the popular techniques and 14 fabulous projects. The various styles range from traditional cloisonne to ex…
This is an up-to-date guide to all the basics of HD video, one of the hottest new features on D-SLR cameras. It looks at, among other things, recording audio, shooting techniques and outputting final video files. HD video is one of the hottest new f…
Sharing stories from both recipients and donors and showcasing fabulous projects, this title is designed largely for children and teens, these quilts feature fun extras, like pockets for storing stuffed animals. This celebration of "Project Linus" p…
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, stuffed animals and creatures. This collection includes more than 60 projects, including dogs cats, small pets, pets we wish we could own, as well as accessories to complement your pets. The dog and…
Create a lovely handmade journal that's entirely yours, from the cover to the last word, with this how-to from a talented bookbinding author. Following the successful Bound comes this stunning collection of journals from designer and artist Erica Ek…
This concealed spiralbound paperback features more than 50 designs adapted from the colouring book, 'Woodland Creatures'.
This title features beautiful bookbinding projects from the master Erica Ekrem. It combines traditional techniques with a stylish aesthetic, using the popular upcycling trend. It is suitable for all skill levels and tastes. Bind a book beautifully,…
Create a treasured keepsake with this journal for sons and daughters to complete with their fathers..
Part of the stunningly photographed Showcase 500 series, this is a breathtaking collection of new and emerging ceramicists' works. People have carved figures in clay since prehistoric times, so what can artists bring to the tradition that's distinct…
First published in 1995, Cover to Cover quickly became renowned in the bookmaking community as the definitive guide to the art. This beautiful revised 20th anniversary edition, now in full colour, features updated photography and a fresh interior de…
Fast, fresh and fun shrink plastic jewellery! Best-selling craft author Kathy Sheldon teaches you to draw, colour, stamp and even print designs and photos onto the plastic, cut or punch it into various shapes and then shrink it in an oven, toaster o…
Designer Crochet is your source for sophisticated and figure-flattering garments with great drape and shape. Using lightweight yarns and a beautiful variety of stitch patterns and motifs, you'll create jackets and cardigans, a layering tank and a fl…
This work contains crochet bouquets of nearly 50 wonderful flowers, in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours! Created in ribbon, chenille and silk, this contemporary garden will get intermediate-level crocheters grasping their hooks. Some of the fl…
Drawing from the shapes, colours, and beauty of the natural world, award-winning jewelry designer Melissa Shippee has fashioned a breathtaking collection of wearable art. From delicate earrings made of graceful beaded flowers to a showstopping cryst…
The technique is simple; the results are gorgeous! Susan Halls has created an array of refined, sophisticated and incredibly modern-looking projects that are perfect for beginners, yet enticing for more seasoned ceramicists. The pieces range from a…
Take the meditative calm of colouring a step further when you bring world-famous landmarks to light with intricate, one-of-a-kind designs created by the award-winning Lago Design studio. c You can display the stunning final art or give them as gifts…
A sweet keepsake journal with fun and thoughtful prompts that will spark conversations and strengthen the bond between mothers and their young daughters.
Cosy up with this festive winter edition in the 'For the Love of' series, featuring detachable pages, creative paper projects, colourful paper goodies and special surprises. Is it cold outside? Do you have a snow day? Stay in and get creative! This…
Make your lettering more creative with more than 40 lively exercises that explore novel techniques and unconventional materials. Enjoy hours of hand-lettering fun with this colorful and quirky workbook! Whether it's writing with unusual materials (l…
This title presents the only how-to guide to focus specifically on customising crocheted sweaters, to create the perfect fit for every body type. Ranging from simple to more sophisticated, the 10 basic patterns selected by expert Dora Ohrenstein, of…
Nothing's more enticing for any holiday or special occasion than an awesome, lusciously decorated gingerbread house. With designs for Christmas, Halloween, Valentine's Day and birthdays, these exquisite projects include a cottage, chalet and two-sto…
Enter the wonderful land of pompoms, where cute critters and creative adventures await you. All the projects in this unique collection begin with handmade, not pre-purchased, pompoms, and every step is beautifully laid out with easy-to-follow instru…
Never before has there been such a richly illustrated, thorough, and entertaining celebration of the history of making fine distilled spirits. Take a trip through moonshining's past, then get in on the fun with how-to instructions, learn how to buil…
