Search Press Summer 2015 Catalogue

ART AND CRAFT BOOK CATALOGUESEARCH PRESS

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Each book contains twenty innovative projects which are accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions and beautiful close up photography.Each book: Paperback • 48 pages • 215 x 155mm 40+ colour photographs • Search Press • £4.99

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Leather Jewellery NATALIA COLMAN • SE199

Rubber Band JewelleryLoom & HookPAM LEACH • SE190

Modern Friendship Bracelets PAM LEACH • SE016

Pewter Jewellery SANDY GRIFFITHS • SE080

Steampunk Jewellery CAROLYN SCHULZ • SE012

Button Jewellery MARRIANNE MERCER • P6540

Micro Macrame Jewellery SUZEN MILLODOT • P3495

Bracelets AMANDA WALKER • P2766

Crocheted PursesANNA NIKIPIROWICZ • SE194

Knitted HeadbandsMONICA RUSSEL • SE159

Easy Knitted Tea CosiesLEE ANN GARRETT • SE010

Knitted Wrist WarmersMONICA RUSSEL • P9756

Crocheted BeaniesFRAUKE KIEDAISCH • SE000

Easy Knitted ScarvesMONICA RUSSEL • P9114

Knitted Phone SoxSUSAN CORDES • P8759

Knitted Boot CuffsMONICA RUSSEL • P8490

Knitted BeaniesSUSIE JOHNS • P7073

Crocheted Granny SquaresVAL PIERCE • P8193

Crocheted FlowersJAN OLLIS • P7066

Knitted VegetablesSUSIE JOHNS • P5390

Knitted Baby BooteesVAL PIERCE • P6410

Mini Christmas CrochetVAL PIERCE • P7400

Mini Christmas Knits SUE STRATFORD • P7226

Knitted BearsVAL PIERCE • P4829

Knitted FlowersSUSIE JOHNS • P4935

Crocheted BearsVAL PIERCE • P6335

Knitted Fruit SUSIE JOHNS • P5406

Knitted Mug HugsVAL PIERCE • P6069

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Sugar Christmas DecorationsGEORGIE GODBOLD SE015

Mini CupcakesLORNA FLEMING SE064

Sugar DogsFRANCES MCNAUGHTON P9664

Sugar SportiesPAULA MACLEOD • P8209

Celebration Cake PopsPAULA MACLEOD • P7639

Sugar BirdsFRANCES MCNAUGHTON P6724

Decorated CookiesLISA SLATTER • P5475

Sugar FlowersLISA SLATTER • P6250

Faux Fur FunALISTAIR MACDONALD SE202

Felt Broocheswith Free Machine StitchingMYRA HUTTON • SE196

Stitched Fabric Brooches ALEX MCQUADE • SE040

Fabulous PompomsALISTAIR MACDONALD SE201

Jelly Roll ScrapsCAROLYN FORSTER P9466

Felt Christmas Decorations CORINNE LAPIERRE • P9435

Mini BuntingALISTAIR MACDONALD SE004

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Mini Cross Stitch MICHAEL POWELL • P6571

Needle Felties SUSANNA WALLIS • P9053

Fabric Flowers KATE HAXELL • P6991

Wild WomenStitched Art Brooches SARAH LAWRENCE • P3029

Bunting and Pennants KATE HAXELL • P6984

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Mini CupcakesLORNA FLEMING SE064

Sugar DogsFRANCES MCNAUGHTON P9664

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Sugar Wobblies GEORGIE GODBOLD P8322

Sugar Animals FRANCES MCNAUGHTON P4782

Chocolate Animals FRANCES MCNAUGHTON P8452

Mini Sugar Shoes FRANCES MCNAUGHTON P8445

Mini Sugar Bags FRANCES MCNAUGHTON P8643

Sugar Scaries FRANCES MCNAUGHTON P9411

Sugar Brides & GroomsKATRIEN VAN ZYL SE246


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Cute pocket-size books that make great little gifts for children and adults alike. Easy-to-follow instructions and inspiring photographs.Each book: Hardback • 64 pages • 120 x 93mm • Full colour throughout • Search Press • £4.99

Papercuts PAPER PANDA • SE191

Quilled AnimalsDIANE BODEN • SE088

Mini MosaicsAIMEE HARMAN • SE110

Washi Tape CardsSARA NAUMANN • SE203

Tags & ToppersMICHELLE POWELL • P3372

Party Masks JUDY BALCHIN • P4812

Artist Trading Cards LEONIE PUJOL • P2596

Glass Painted Projects JUDY BALCHIN • P3471

Polymer Clay Buttons KAREN WALKER • P8803

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Each book contains twenty innovative projects which are accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions and beautiful close up photography.Each book: Paperback • 48 pages • 215 x 155mm 40+ colour photographs • Search Press • £4.99

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Napkin FoldingDIDIER BOURSIN • SE240

Fabric JewelleryANNE KHÂ • SE241

Brazilian BraceletsSANDRA LEBRUN • SE242

Little Animals using Chenille StemsMARIE ENDERLEN-DEBUISSON SE243

Shamballa BraceletsSANDRA LEBURN • SE244

Little Decorations using Polymer ClayIRÈNE LASSUS & MARIE-ANNE VOITURIEZ • SE255

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newMini Knitted WoodlandCute & easy knitting patterns for animals, birds & other forest lifeSACHIYO ISHII

• 28 delightful mini knitted creatures• Knitters of all skill levels can recreate this fun mini woodland scene• Animals only require small amounts of yarn• Easy and fun to knit

Paperback • 96 pages • 235 x 190mm 250 colour photographs • Search Press

Mini Knitted Safari27 tiny animals to knitSACHIYO ISHII

• 27 mini knitted creatures• Knitters of all skill levels can recreate this fun mini safari park scene• Animals only require small amounts of yarn


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Knitted Rabbits20 easy knitting patterns for cuddly bunniesVAL PIERCE

• 20 different patterns to knit• Wide variety of rabbits, each with its own look and personality• Range of styles and sizes to suit knitters of all tastes and abilities

Hardback • 96 pages • 235 x 190mm 120 colour photographs • Search Press P8674 - £9.99

Knitted Dogs & PuppiesA whole litter of fun and creative knitting patternsSUE STRATFORD

• 23 different patterns to knit• A wide variety of dogs to knit –in different shapes, sizes and styles• A great source of inspiration for dog lovers and keen knitters• Suitable for knitters of all abilities

Hardback • 112 pages • 235 x 190mm 200 colour photographs • Search Press

Knitted MeerkatsSUE STRATFORD

• 20 fun characters to knit• Based on the same easy-to -follow pattern


Knitted Cats & KittensA whole litter of fun and creative knitting patternsSUE STRATFORD

• A wide variety of cats to knit –in different shapes, sizes and styles• A great source of inspiration for cat lovers and keen knitters• Suitable for knitters of all abilities


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• A wide variety of cats to knit –in different shapes, sizes and styles

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newOnce Upon a Time...in Crochet30 amigurumi characters from your favourite fairytalesLYNNE ROWE

• 11 quirky, cute and whimsical fairytale favourites• Uses gorgeous animigurumi designs• Easy-to-use step-by-step techniques

Paperback • 96 pages • 235 x 190mm Colour throughout • Search Press

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Outrageously Adorable Dog Knits25 must-have styles for the pampered poochCAITLIN DOYLE

• More than 25 patterns with clear step-by-step instructions• Perfect for novice to experienced knitters• Ideal for knitters or pet owners

Paperback • 96 pages • 210 x 210mm 100 colour photographs Harper Collins

HC684 - £14.99

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Jersey Yarn Creations20 projects to knit and crochetALEXANDRE CALLIER-TAYLOR

• 20 modern and stylish designs for the home• Includes both knit and crochet projects • This book is ideal for crafters of all abilities looking for new ideas and inspiration

Paperback • 64 pages 235 x 200mm 120 colour photographs Search Press

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30-Minute Knits60 quick and easy knitted projectsCAROL MELDRUM

• 30 fun projects to knit• Quick and easy projects• Perfect for using up all your leftover yarn


P8773 - £9.99 P9688- £9.99

30-Minute CrochetWhat can you crochet in half an hour or lessCAROL MELDRUM

• Quick and easy projects• Mini crochet projects designed to let you see results fast• Perfect for using up all your leftover yarn


Edward’s MenagerieOver 40 soft and snuggly toy animal crochet patternsKERRY LORD

• 40 soft and snuggly toy animals to make• Diverse range of crochet animals• Perfect for beginners

Paperback • 128 pages • 278 x 210mm 60 colour photographs David & Charles

DC785 - £15.99

Hooked on CrochetBe inspired! Get creative! Simple techniques • Easy-to-follow patterns

• 20 simple projects to get you started• Easy-to-follow step-by-step colour photographs• Covers all the basic as well as decorative techniques • Ideal for beginners

Paperback • 144 pages • 276 x 216mm 250 colour photographs Dorling Kindersley

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NH056 - £12.99Knitted Miniature AnimalsJENNY OCCLESHAW

• 20 animals to make, all small in scale and quick to make• Make great gifts for children• Using minimal yarn and plain knit and purl stitches

Paperback • 128 pages 228 x 206mm Colour throughout • New Holland

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newKnooking19 projects to knit with a crochet hookVERONIKA HUG

• 17 bright and trendy projects • Step-by-step instructions to teach you everything you need to know about knooking• Will appeal those who enjoy knitting and crochet


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Simply Stunning Crocheted BagsCOATS DESIGN STUDIIO

• 23 bright, modern designs in a range of styles• Variety of crochet stitches and techniques• Easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams • Beautiful photographs of the fi nished pieces


Crocheted CushionsSUSIE JOHNS

• 26 modern, stylisg designs • All shapes and sizes• This inspiring, easy-to-use book has something for everyone.• Suitable for all abilities

Paperback • 128 pages 260 x 204mm

250colour photographs Search Press

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Crochet Scandinavian StyleEVA WINCENT & PAULA HAMMERSKOG

• Over 40 crochet projects• Suitable for beginners• 200 colourful photographs bound to generate exciting new ideas


Crochet Crochet Scandinavian StyleEVA WINCENT & PAULA HAMMERSKOG

Paperback • 168 pages

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Knitting for the Absolute BeginnerALISON DUPERNEX

• Handy small, wire-bound format so it lies open while you are working• Clear, step-by-step photographs and simple instructions • Ideal book for anyone who has never knittedSpiralbound Hardback • 144 pages • 215 x 155mm


Crochet for the Absolute BeginnerPAULINE TURNER

• Restyled and with fresh new photography• Ideal novice’s guide• Handy small, wire-bound format so it lies open while you are working

Spiralbound Hardback • 144 pages 215 x 155mm • 400 colour photographs Search Press

Knitting DoubleMastering the Two-Colour Technique with over 30 reversible projectsANJA BELLE

• An ideal introduction to the technique of knitting double• Over 30 projects to choose from• Suitable for knitters of all abilities wishing to explore new techniques


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Knitted Dollswith a designer wardrobeARNE & CARLOS

• Create your own characters by mixing and matching the dolls and their clothes • Includes full patterns, clear instructions, tips and techniques• Beautiful photography


Easter KnitsEggs, bunnies and chicks – with a fabulous twistARNE & CARLOS

• A fabulous range of Easter projects• All quick and easy to make• Projects are suitable for knitters of all ages and abilities

Paperback • 72 pages • 272 x 195mm80 colour photographs • Search Press

Knit-and-Crochet GardenBring a little outside in with 36 projects inspired by fl owers, butterfl ies, birds and beesARNE & CARLOS

• 36 gorgeous patterns• All the patterns are inspired by Arne and Carlos’ garden• Projects range from small, quickly made pieces to larger items to enhance your house and garden


Quick Icelandic KnitsSweaters, hats, socks, mittens and moreGUNN BIRGIRSDOTTIR

• 180 colour photographs of inspiring Icelandic knitting patterns• Includes tips on how to modify projects to make your own unique designs• Projects range in skill level from experienced beginner to advanced

Paperback • 80 pages • 260 x 200mm • 180 colour photographs • Search Press

Knitted Scandinavian StyleSocks, sweaters, mittens, hats, pillows, blankets and more!ARNE & CARLOS

• 33 patterns for gorgeous sweaters• Suitable designs for both men and women• Patterns inspired by Setesdal’s cultural heritage with a twist• Suitable for knitters of all abilities


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The Magic of Shetland Lace Knitting Stitches, techniques, and projects for lighter-than-air shawls & more ELIZABETH LOVICK

• Clear step-by-step instructions, charts, and detailed photographs of knitted samples• Includes 200 beautiful photographs of Shetland designs and steps• Designed to take the novice knitter, right through from their fi rst “yarn over” to complex every-row lace knitting


The Magic of Shetland Lace Knitting Stitches, techniques, and projects for lighter-than-air shawls & more

Viking KnitsInterlace patterns from around the world in modern knitwearELSEBETH LAVIKD

• 30 exciting projects• Renowned cable knitter, author and expert on Viking knits • Features stunningly beautiful step-by- step knit designs


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100 Flowers to Knit & CrochetA collection of beautiful blooms for embellishing clothes, accessories, cushions and throwsLESLEY STANFIELD

• ‘An absolute must for all makers ... It is great value for £10.99 (approx 10p a pattern!)’ - Craft Business• ‘Can’t praise it enough! Get it!’ - Customer review on Amazon.co.uk


100 Lace Flowers to CrochetA beautiful collection of decorative fl oral and leaf patterns for thread crochetCAITLIN SAINIO

• A gorgeous selection of fl owers, leaves and plants to crochet• Suitable for those new to thread crochet as well as long time enthusiasts


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75 Lace Crochet MotifsTraditional designs with a contemporary twist for the home, clothing & accessoriesCAITLIN SAINIO

• Versatile blocks and medallions, intricate geometric patterns• Patterns to suit every taste and skill level• Great source of inspiration• Includes step-by-step instructions, full patterns and charts for 75 motifs


SE181 - £10.99

50 Pincushions to Knit & CrochetCAT THOMAS

• 50 knitted and crocheted patterns in all shapes and sizes• There’s something for everyone, whatever your skill level

Paperback • 128 pages • 222 x 222mm 200 colour photographs • Search PressSE023 - £10.99

50 Sunfl owers to Knit, Crochet & FeltPatterns and projects packed with lush and vibrant colours that you will love to makeKRISTIN NICHOLAS

• 50 original designs to choose from• Many ideas to spark your creativity


75 Birds, Butterfl ies & Beautiful Beasties to Knit & CrochetLESLEY STANFIELD

• Delightful menagerie of miniature bugs and beasts• Fun and fabulous ideas for using the creatures


P9008 - £10.99

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250 Knitting StitchesEssential knitting stitches with chartsDEBBIE TOMKIES

• 250 stitches with detailed written and charted instructions• Photo glossary at the back of the book • Useful instruction and vibrant inspiration for all knitters• Perfect for new and experienced knitters alike


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Flowers to Knit and CrochetSUSIE JOHNS & JAN OLLIS

• 28 knitted fl owers and 28 crochet patterns• Small, achievable projects, clearly explained• Ideal for gifts or accessories


SE051 - £9.99

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Toy Bunnies These knitted bunnies make chic and cuddly toys, and you can even knit your own tiny infant bunny to accompany

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Baby Booties and Socks50 knits for tiny toes FRÉDÉRIQUE ALEXANDRE

• Selection of adorable baby bootees for all seasons• Make lovely gifts • Easy to follow with beautiful accompanying photography


Baby Blankets & Toys5 adorable sets with worsted-weight yarnTERI CREWS

• All 10 designs are made using worsted-weight yarn• Toys are stuffed with fi berfi ll• Toys are crocheted in the round

Paperback • 28 pages • 276 x 216mm Colour throughout • Annie’s

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Baby Blankets & ToysCute Crochet Rugs for KidsTARA COUSINS

• 7 rugs for kids• Bright colours and playful animal designs• Can be used as playmats or fl oor mats for the bathroom

Paperback • 32 pages • 278 x 218mm 10 colour photographs • Annie’s

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Very British Baby Knits30 stylish designs fi t for a royal babySUSAN CAMPBELL

• 30 hand-knitted designs• Range from baby clothes to toys and accessorises• Projects refl ect the classic elegance of British design• Easy-to-follow instructions• Suitable for knitters of all abilities


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Knitted Nursery RhymesCILLA WEBB

• 10 knitted projects each with specifi cally designed outfi ts and animals• Stuffed to give a three-dimensional shape• Knit your favourite nursery rhyme character

Hardback • 144 pages • 216 x 203mm Colour throughout • New Holland

Cutest Ever Baby Toys30 adorable projects to knit and crochetVAL PIERCE

• Projects include toys suitable for new-borns to older babies• Clear layout with instructions for assembling the projects

Hardback • 128 pages • 190 x 190mm 60 colour photographs • New Holland

Knitted Modern Classics for Babies13 beautiful handknit designsCHRISSIE DAY

• Classic and modern styles• Easily adapted to suit boys and girls• Clearly laid out patterns with stunning photographs

Paperback • 80 pages • 222 x 170mm Colour throughout • Quail Books

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Dress up your DollsSensational Outfi ts to Knit & Crochet for Dolls up to 18inLISE NYMARK

• 90 gorgeous patterns • 33 outfi ts to knit and crochet• Over 60 beautiful photographs• Suitable for 12in, 15in and 18in dolls


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The Go-To Book for Irish Crochet Motifs KATHRYN WHITE

• Traditional and updated instructions for Vintage Irish crochet motifs• Over 160 beautiful motifs included• A good reference book to learn the Irish crochet stitches and techniques


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Sassy Knit Outfi ts for 18-Inch DollsJEANNE KUSSROW-LARSEN

• Each outfi t is complete with even knit shoes and socks• Spring, summer, winter or fall; there is an outfi t for very season and occasion


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Knits for Boys27 patterns for little men + grow-with-me tips & tricksKATE OATES

• 27 patterns that boys will want to wear• Clear pattern instructions and a tutorial section for special techniques • Accessible for all levels of knitters

Paperback • 128 pages • 280 x 216mm Colour throughout • Stackpole

Amamani Puzzle BallsDEDRI UYS

• Amamani is short for Amigurumi Amish Puzzle Animals • 6 adorable animals that are stitched in segments • Helpful tips and step-by-step photos


Built-In Crochet BordersRENA STEVENS

• 25 swatches and 5 beautiful designs• Skill Level: Intermediate• Create designs from afghans, scarves to pot holder and more


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Playtime StackersDONNA COLLINSWORTH

• 6 adorable stacker toys• Each design is comprised of 3 rings and a doll base• Each piece is stuffed with fi berfi ll


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Knit in New Directions A journey into creativity MYRA WOOD

• Introduce yourself to the pure fun of knitting with strips and modules, creative short rows, crazy quilt, freeform• Journey into creativity with as much structure or freedom as you enjoy• Life-size templates are included

Paperback • 128 pages • 256 x 245mm 150 colour photographs • XRX Books

Quick & Easy Crochet CowlsSUE CHILDRESS & FRANCES HUGHES

• 6 easy to stitch cowls• Made using super fi ne, light, and medium weight yarns• Beginner to easy skill levels


Knitted Beanies & Slouchy Hats 31 Original Designs to Suit Your Style and Attitude DIANE SERVISS

• 31 original designs in an incredible range of styles• A wide variety of textured stitches and colorwork techniques

Paperback • 128 pages • 280 x 216mm 120 colour photographs • Stackpole Books

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Weave • Knit • Wear Simply fabulous clothing and accessories for rigid-heddle (and other) weaversJUDITH SHANGOLD

• All 30 projects, from the narrowest boa to a 55” wide serape, are tailored to the most basic equipment • Guidance on the basics of weaving and the minimal hand sewing and knitting techniques used

Paperback • 138 pages • 255 x 242mm 100 colour photographs • XRX Books

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newThe Knit Generation15 knitted accessories by 8 exciting knitwear designers with special techniquesSARAH HATTON

• Gorgeous, modern, fashionable knits by knitwear designers• Full page colour photographs of the fi nished projects• Clearly laid out knitting charts and patterns


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Knit to FitA step-by-step guide to achieving perfectly fi tted knitwearSHARON BRANT

• Includes a body shape guide so you can pick styles to suit your fi gure• Includes body blocks and a record card so that you can record your own measurements• Clear instructions on how to customize knitwear to fi t you


Arm & Finger Knitting35 super-quick patterns for no-needle knitsLAURA STRUTT

• The latest trend in an already popular craft• Plenty of designs that go beyond the usual scarves and blankets• Fast and fun, with almost instant results

Paperback • 112 pages • 276 x 208mm 150 colour photographs • Cico Books

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Plug & Play CowlsIncluding 50+ mix & match stitch patternsBETH WHITESIDE

• Over 50 projects• Offers a clever new take on the timeless tradition of stitch dictionaries


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The Knitter’s Curiosity Cabinet20 patterns inspired by vintage botanical illustrationsHUNTER HAMMERSEN

• 20 beautifully detailed knitting designs inspired by vintage botanical illustrations• Step-by-step instructions accompanied by knitting charts

Paperback • 126 pages • 230 x 216mm126 colour photographs • Pantsville Press

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newThe Knitter’s Curiosity Cabinet Vol III18 patterns inspired by vintage marine illustrationsHUNTER HAMMERSEN

• 18 new patterns, each with a hist of beautiful details certain to entertain and delight• Step-by-step instructions accompanied by knitting charts


The Knitter’s Curiosity Cabinet Vol II18 patterns inspired by vintage butterfl y illustrationsHUNTER HAMMERSEN

• 18 new patterns: 9 socks, 3 hats, 3 cuffs, 2 cowls and 1 shawl• Step-by-step instructions accompanied by knitting charts


new10 Simple Crochet ProjectsWith helpful techniquesSARAH HATTON

• Designed to help you take your fi rst steps into crochet techniques• Step-by-step instructions

Paperback • 52 pages • 210 x 166mm 35 colour photographs • Quail Books

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Dress-to-Impress Knitted Scarves24 extraordinary designs for cowls, kerchiefs, infi nity loops & morePAM POWERS

• One-of-a-kind designs• Photos include ideas for different ways the scarves can be worn• Perfect fashion statement no matter the occasion


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Curls:Versatile, Wearable Wraps to Knit at Any GaugeHUNTER HAMMERSEN

• Fashionable, adaptable wraps that work with any weight of yarn• Use your favorite yarn, and knit at whatever gauge gives you the fabric you like best

Paperback • 68 pages • 228 x 178mm Colour throughout • Pantsville Press

Lovely Lacy KnitsBeautiful projects embellished with ribbon, fl owers, beads and moreEVA-MARIA MAIER

• Delicate lace knit patterns• Learn to use a variety of embellishment techniques to give your knits personalized fl air• Projects for a wide range of skill levels

Paperback • 64 pages • 254 x 202mmColour throughout • Stackpole Books

Ne’er-Do Well KnitsMake a little troubleHUNTER HAMMERSEN

• 18 beautifully detailed knitting designs• Step-by-step instructions accompanied by knitting charts


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Dress-to-Impress Knitted Scarves24 extraordinary designs for cowls, kerchiefs, infi nity loops & morePAM POWERS

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100 Bright & Colourful Granny Squaresto mix & matchLEONIE MORGAN

• 100 original designs to choose from• Plenty here to spark your creativity


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• 20 modern and stylish projects to make for you and your home• Step-by-step instructions will guide you through all the basic techniques • Includes crochet diagrams and beautiful accompanying photography


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100 Colourful Ripple Stitches to Crochet50 original stitches & 50 fabulous colour schemes for blankets and throwsLEONIE MORGAN

• Highly illustrated and easy- to-use guide• Each design has a clear written pattern, an easy-to-follow chart and a colour variation to try out


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75 Knitted Floral BlocksBeautiful patterns to mix and match for throws, accessories, baby blankets and moreLESLEY STANFIELD

• Collection of different shaped blocks with a fl oral theme• Great for crafters “on the go”

Paperback • 128 pages • 222 x 222mm 250 colour photographs Search Press

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75 Crocheted Floral BlocksBeautiful patterns to mix and match for throws, accessories, baby blankets and moreBETTY BARNDEN

• Includes patterns, charts and techniques• Something here to inspire every crochet fan


Granny Squares - All Shapes and SizesOver 50 projects and techniques to give the classic crochet pattern a whole new lookBARBARA WILDER & BEATRICE SIMON

• Features 26 colourful projects and 30 techniques to learn• Suitable for beginners and more advanced crocheters


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Crochet from Start to FinishTechniques, tips and advice to get it right fi rst timeCATHERINE HIRST

• Pre-empting problems as well as solving them• Advice on tools and materials• Answers questions you didn’t know you needed to ask


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Hooked on Crochet! AfghansANNIE’S

• 6 colorful afghans• Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate• Great gifts for baby, family and friend

Paperback • 28 pages 280 x 210mm 8 colour photographs • Annie’s

Crocodile Stitch AfghansJOYCE LEWIS

• Designs include the ever- popular crocodile stitch• Afghans and throws for men, women and baby• The afghans are crocheted in blocks, mile-a-minute and diagonal styles


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Pedigree Dogs in Needle FeltGAI BUTTON

• 6 step-by-step projects • Realistic dog breeds including a labrador, shih tzu, pug, poodle and border terrier• Innovative and simple techniques are fantastic for both beginners and experts


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Felt with LoveFelt hearts, fl owers and much moreMADELEINE MILLINGTON

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Beginner’s Guide to Needle FeltingSUSANNA WALLIS

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How to Sew Little Felt AnimalsBears, rabbits, squirrels and other woodland creaturesSUE QUINN

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How to Make Little Needle-Felted Teddy BearsJUDY BALCHIN & ROZ DACE

• 20 fabulous little bears to choose from, all easy to make and packed full of personality• Each bear measures around 10-12cm (4-5in) tall• Clear guidance on how to needle-felt and step-by-step instructions


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Stitched Textiles: Landscapes KATHLEEN MATTHEWS

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Stitched Textiles: Flowers BOBBY BRITNELL

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The Textile Artist: Stitch, Fibre, Metal & Mixed Media ALYSN MIDGELOW-MARSDEN

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I Felt A Bit FunnyA funny, fuzzy worldCAROL ROWAN

• All you need is a felting needle, a foam pad, pipe cleaners and wool• For all levels of felters• 20 characters to make in easy- to-follow, detailed step-by-step photographs and instructions

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Little Flowers in Silk and Organza Ribbon DI VAN NIEKERK & MARINA ZHERDEVA

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Crewel IntentionsFresh Ideas for Jacobean EmbroideryHAZEL BLOMKAMP

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Bead Embroidery Stitch Samples: Motifs YASUKO ENDO

• 123 embroidery motifs using beads• More and more sewists are adding embroidered detail to their work• Simple elegant motifs to complex and three-dimensional designs

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Stumpwork Embroidery KAY & MICHAEL DENNIS

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Artfully EmbroideredMotifs and patterns for bags and moreNAOKO SHIMODA

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Ribbonwork Flowers132 garden embellishments - beautiful designs for fl owers, leaves & moreCHRISTEN BROWN

• 130+ exciting fl oral elements to sew from ribbon and lace• Custom fl oral creations! Mix and match petals, centers, and greenery• Embellish wearables, accessories, and home decor with hand-stitched details

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The Royal School of Needlework teaches hand embroidery to the highest standard, developing techniques in new and innovative ways. This series of Essential Stitch Guides provides expert tuition on a variety of techniques. Each book: Spiralbound Hardback • 96 pages • 215 x 155mm colour throughout • Search Press

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Hardanger EmbroideryFREDERIQUE MARFAING

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Beginner’s Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery ANN COX

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Modern SashikoSILKE BOSBACH

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New Tatting Modern Lace Motifs and Projects TOMOKO MORIMOTO

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Paperback • 128 pages • 260 x 210mm colour throughout • Interweave Press

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Sew it with style, and love it! With gorgeous gifts and fun ideas for the home, this great series contains step-by-step instructions, patterns

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• Ideas and inspiration for sewists of all skill levelsEach book: Paperback • 64 pages • 222 x 222mm

100+ colour photographs • Search Press

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The Very Easy Guide to Using Your Sewing MachineWENDY GARDINER

• User-friendly guide with the elements you would get in a manual• 9 beautiful projects• High profi le author Wendy Gardiner


A Beginner’s Guide to Machine Sewing50 Lessons and 15 Projects to Get You Started CLÉMENTINE COLLINET

• 15 sewing projects and 50 illustrated, step-by-step lessons• Includes fold-out templates• Aimed at the absolute beginner as well as being a wonderful resource for those who already have basic foundation in machine sewing


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Skirts & Dresses for First Time SewersCHRISTINE HAYNES

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Makery: SewingOver 30 projects for the home, to wear and to giveKATE SMITH

• From the owner of the thriving Makery sewing café workshops• Suitable for beginners with very user-friendly, clear instructions, handy tips and required tools list• Includes stunning full-page photography and pull-out patterns and templates

Paperback • 160 pages • 248 x 190mm Colour throughout • Mitchell Beazley

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Sew Organized for the Busy GirlTips to make the most of your time and spaceHEIDI STAPLES

• 23 fresh projects• Shopping and storage ideas to help you manage your sewing stash• Popular bloggers speak out on organizing

Paperback • 112 pages • 254 x 203mm150 colour photographs • Stash Books

The Great British Sewing Bee: Fashion with FabricCLAIRE-LOUISE HARDIE

• 5 full-size pattern sheets • Womenswear sizes ranging from 8–18 • Menswear sizes ranging from S–XL• Each project contains a ‘hack’ instruction on how to alter your garment to create a complete new look piece• Expert sewing tips from May Martin and Patrick Grant

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The Sewing Machine Accessory BibleWENDY GARDINER & LORNA KNIGHT

• Learn to get the most out of your sewing machine• Great time-saving tricks• Suitable for beginners or those who have been sewing for years

Paperback • 128 pages 246 x 190mm250 colour photographs Search Press

The Sewing Machine Accessory BibleWENDY GARDINER & LORNA KNIGHT


The Overlocker Technique Manual The Complete Guide to Overlocking and Decorative Stitching JULIA HINCKS

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How to Sew Beautiful Aprons CHRISTA ROLF

• 25 beautiful apron projects• Templates included• Inspirational, full colour images


The Complete Machine Embroidery Manual Get the Most from Your Machine with Embroidery Designs and Inbuilt Decorative StitchesELIZABETH KEEGAN

• Get the most from your machine using inbuilt stitches• Great for all machine models• Advice, techniques, ideas, and tips to get the best embroidery from your sewing machine

30 Minute-Sewing60 quick and easy sewing projectsHEATHER LOVE

• 60 projects to stitch in 30 minutes or less• Perfect for beginners or anyone trying out new sewing and crafting skills• Cute, gifty items to make and give

Paperback • 128 pages • 246 x 190mm • 200 colour photographsSearch Press

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How to Make Beautiful ButtonsBEATE SCHMITZ

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50 Ribbon Rosettes & Bows to Make For perfectly wrapped gifts, gorgeous hair slides, beautiful corsages, and decorative fun!DEANNA D. MCOOL

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Paperback • 128 pages • 246 x 190mm • 400 colour photographs Search Press



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• 23 ingenious storage solutions to keep the home and garden neat• Projects for all areas of the home• Step-by-step photographs

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23 simple storage solutions to sew

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Sew BuntingSimple and stunning garlands to style your homeDEBBIE SHORE

• 29 eye catching projects• Easy-to-follow instructions• Step-by-step photographs


Half Yard HeavenEasy sewing projects using left-over pieces of fabricDEBBIE SHORE

• 26 gorgeous projects• All projects use just half a yard of fabric• Ideal for using up scraps of fabric


Half Yard HomeEasy sewing projects using left-over pieces of fabricDEBBIE SHORE

• 31 gorgeous home accessories • All projects use just half a yard of fabric• Projects for all rooms in the home• Ideal for using up scraps of fabric


Half Yard HomeEasy sewing projects using left-over pieces of fabricDEBBIE SHORE


Half Yard HeavenEasy sewing projects using left-over pieces of fabricDEBBIE SHORE


Making Cushion CoversDEBBIE SHORE

• 26 gorgeous designs• A cushion cover to suit your style• Fresh, contemporary appeal• Easy to make


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The Better Bag Maker An illustrated handbook of handbag designsNICOLE CLAIRE MALLALIEU

• One simple pattern is all you need • 10 skill-building projects, with detailed tutorials and illustrations• A source of inspiration and instruction

Paperback • 192 pages • 254 x 203mm 791 colour photographs • Stash Books

Vintage Purses to Make, Sew and EmbroiderSANDRINE KIELT-MICHAUD

• Includes 19 designs for classic and stylish clasp purses to make and embellish• 16 project templates, as well as techniques, tips and stitch guides at the front of the book


30 Totes & Bags to SewQuick & easy bags for all occasionsHELEN ANGHARAD HENLEY

• 30 original designs, with full-sized patterns and instructions for additional variations • A wide variety of styles• Start with simple projects and progress as your skills grow


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Mobile ArtMake your home a magical place with these 35 beautiful hanging decorationsCLARE YOUNGS

• Most projects don’t require specialist equipment and can be made in an afternoon• Mobiles are popular and can be given as gifts to adults and children

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Sew-licious Little Things35 zakka sewing projects to make life more beautifulKATE HAXELL

• Zakka refers to all things that enhance your life and home• Includes a technique section and templates• Japanese style is perennially popular and zakka style is no exception

Hardback • 144 pages • 235 x 190mm 300 colour photographs • Cico Books

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Bedroom Style, Perfectly Pieced5 styles, 10 patterns, 50 quiltsAPRIL ROSENTHAL

• 50 inspirational quilts from 10 unique patterns• Beautiful styled photography• All patterns are queen or king sized, perfect for the master bedroom

Paperback • 144 pages • 254 x 202mm 120 colour photographs • Lucky Spool Media

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Urban Scandinavian Sewing18 seasonal projects for modern livingKIRSTYN COGAN

• 18 projects, from home decor to wearables• Sew from scratch or embellish ready- made accessories by hand or machine• Upscale yet simple-to-stitch designs for all skill levels

Paperback • 112 pages • 254 x 203mm Colour throughout • Stash Books

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SewingOver 35 sewing projects to make your home beautifulTORIE JAYNE

• Huge following on social media• Her work has featured in magazines around the world• Author of bestselling Craft, Show & Sell, published by Search Press

Hardback • 144 pages • 235 x 190mm 300 colour photographs • Cico Books

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Sewing to SewThe beginner’s guide to starting a craft businessVIRGINIA LINDSAY

• How to sell locally and online• Hands-on guide for starting and running a successful home sewing business• Includes interviews with exisiting profi table sewing businesses• Includes 16 projects to sew and sell• Plus pattern pullout


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This is MouseAn adventure in sewingBRENNA MALONEY

• Make mouse and friends• 25 projects with step-by-step instructions• Fun, charming story with interactive playtime elements that educate and entertain

Paperback • 116 pages • 228 x 190mm 200 colour photographs • Funstitch Studio

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Stitched Paper Art22 cheeky pickle sewing projectsALI BENYON

• 22 bright, varied projects• Gets kids comfortable with using a sewing machine; builds their skills and confi dence• Kids can mix and match designs, colors, and projects to create art that’s uniquely their own


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We Love to Sew: GiftsFun stuff for kids to stitch and shareANNABEL WRIGLEY

• Make 23 awesome gifts• Learn how to use a sewing machine, pick fabrics, and make cute things• Create pretty presents that are easy to make and fun to give!

Paperback • 136 pages • 228 x 190mm Colour throughout • Funstitch Studio

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Girl’s Guide to DIY FashionDesign & sew 5 complete outfi tsRACHEL LOW

• Make 23 awesome gifts• Learn how to use a sewing machine, pick fabrics, and make cute things• Create pretty presents that are easy to make and fun to give!


Ribbon GirlsWind, weave, twist & tieMARYELLEN KIM

• 26 simple projects • Each project can be completed with inexpensive, easy-to-fi nd materials• Instil a lifelong love of handmade in your kids


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Upcycled Fashions for Kids31 cute outfi ts to create from found treasuresCYNTHIA ANDERSON

• More than 30 fun, stylish projects• Full of tips and advice• Colorful ideas for making fashion on a budget


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Fun of the FairStuffed Animal Patterns for Sewn ToysMELANIE MNEICE

• Colourful fairground themed animal toys• Tips for how to make these toys more safe for all ages of children• Includes templates

Paperback • 48 pages • 279 x 210mm Colour throughout • David & Charles

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Sew Jelly Roll Quilts & Gifts CAROLYN FORSTER

• Ideal book for beginners as well as more experienced quilters• The added bonus of coordinating gifts• Clear instructions and photographs


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Quilting on the Go! Paper piecing patchwork you can take anywhere: techniques, patterns and projectsJESSICA ALEXANDRAKIS

• Learn to build a tool kit with everything you need to get stitching• Clear explanations and step-by-step photography

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Little Quilts & Gifts from Jelly Roll Scraps30 gorgeous projects for using up your left-over fabricCAROLYN FORSTER

• Transform jelly roll scraps or leftover pieces of fabric into stunning quilts and gifts• 30 inspiring projects• Gorgeous styled photography• Ideal for inspiring both beginner and experienced quilters


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The Complete QuilterEssential techniques, tricks and tested methodsJESSICA ALEXANDRAKIS

• 100s of step-by-steps to guide you through• Includes a structured beginner’s course• Expert troubleshooting ideas for identify common mistakes and techniques to avoid or fi x them


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Stitch Style Country CollectionFabulous fabric sewing projects & ideasMARGARET ROWAN

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Stitch Style Sweet DreamsFabulous fabric sewing projects & ideasMARGARET ROWAN

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Quilt As-You-Go Made Modern Fresh techniques for busy quilters JERA BRANDVIG

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Step-by-Step Free-Motion QuiltingTurn 9 simple shapes into 80+ distinctive designsCHRISTINA CAMELI

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Scraps, Inc. Vol 115 block-based designs for the modern quilterVARIOUS

• 15 beautiful modern scrap projects• Range of projects from simple, to advanced• Beautiful patterns to make color harmony easy• First in an annual series for Lucky Spool

Paperback • 128 pages • 254 x 202mm 120 colour photographs • Lucky Spool Media

Simply Color: RedA crayon box for quiltersVANESSA CHRISTENSON

• 6 patchwork projects celebrating a single color • Each pattern is easily adjusted by swapping in any color the piecer likes• From best-selling pattern and fabric designer

Hardback • 96 pages • 205 x 205mm 150 colour photographs • Lucky Spool Media

The Modern Medallion Workbook11 quilt projects to make, mix & matchJANICE ZELLER RYAN & BETH VASSALO

• 11 modern medallion quilts ranging from basic to advanced• Customise! Swap centres and borders to create your own unique designs• The authors along with 9 others are creating waves in the modern quilt movement


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The Crazy Quilt HandbookRevised 3rd editionJUDITH MONTANO

• Updated and expanded edition of the best-selling crazy quilting guide from Judith Baker Montano • Includes 12 beautiful projects• Dictionary of 37 embroidery and silk ribbon stitches

Paperback • 112 pages • 280 x 216mm 200 colour photographs • C&T Publishing

Necktie Quilts Reinvented16 beautifully traditional projects • Rotary cutting techniquesCHRISTINE COPENHAVER

• 16 quilted projects• Recycle lonely ties into spectacular quilts and home accessories• Includes the best ways to clean ties, cut them, combine colors, and tame tie fabric for quilting


Paper Pieced Modern13 stunning quilts - step-by-step visual guideAMY GARRO

• 13 dynamic quilt patterns for the modern aesthetic• Visual step-by-step guide to help you piece with ease• Full-size patterns

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Cultural Fusion QuiltsA melting pot of piecing tradtionsSUJATA SHAH

• 15 free-form block projects• Transform traditional quilt blocks into modern quilts• Simple free-form piecing method makes every quilt a one-of-a-kind creation


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16 beautifully traditional projects • Rotary cutting techniquesCHRISTINE COPENHAVER

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The Crazy Quilt HandbookRevised 3rd editionJUDITH MONTANO

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Modern Rainbow14 imaginative quilts that play with colorREBECCA BRYAN

• 14 modern quilt patterns inspired by the color wheel• Modern-traditional, modern, and improvisational designs• Tips on fabric selection


The Quilter’s Practical Guide to ColorIncludes 10 skill-building projectsBECKY GOLDSMITH

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Twist, Turn & Tie: 50 Japanese BraidsBETH KEMP

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Craft Show & SellHow to build your craft business at home, online and in the marketplace TORIE JAYNE

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Complete Guide to Mosaic TechniquesA complete guide with contributions from 40 international artistsBONNIE FITSGERALD

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How to Make CandlesLESLEY SPARKS

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Rock Art!Painting on rocks, stones and pebblesDENISE SCICLUNA

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The Crafter’s Guide to PapercuttingThe complete guide to cutting paper for artworks, greetings cards, keepsakes and more EMILY HOGARTH

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Washi Style!101 great ideas for using Japanese decorative tapeMARISA EDGHILL

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Paper Folding with ChildrenFun and easy origami projectsALICE HORNECKE

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Paper BlissProjects and musings on life in the paper laneSKYE ROGERS

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Coloring Techniques for Paper Crafts30+ projects and techniques for ink, watercolor, chalk, glitter and more!KERI LEE SEREIKA

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Fun FiguresCute Character Toppers for All OccasionsLORRAINE MCKAY

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Simple CakesDelicious Step-by-Step RecipesMARY BERRY

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The Contemporary Buttercream BibleThe complete practical guide to cake decorating with buttercream icingVALERI VALERIANO

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Painting Flowers on Cakes STEPHANIE WEIGHTMAN

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Lindy Smith’s Mini Cakes AcademyStep-by-step expert cake decorating techniques for over 30 mini cake designsLINDY SMITH

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The Modern Flower Painter Creating vibrant botanical portraits in watercolourANNA MASON

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Chinese Brush Painted Flowers 35 beautiful fl owers and how to paint them, for all levels of artist from beginner upJOAN LOK

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The Big Painting ChallengeA practical guide to painting and drawingROSA ROBERTS

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Just Draw It!The dynamic drawing course for anyone with a pencil & paperSAM PIYASENA & BEVERLY PHILIP

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Drawing & Painting Flowers with Coloured PencilsTRUDY FRIEND

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Painting Watercolour Sea & Sky the Easy WayTERRY HARRISON

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Brush with WatercolourPainting landscapes the easy wayTERRY HARRISON

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30Minute ArtistA new series for busy artists, whatever their skill levels, in a convenient, compact format. Step-by-step demonstrations and advice from high profi le experts who

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Flowers in WatercolourWENDY TAIT • P6588 • £10.99

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Boats & Harbours in AcrylicCHARLES EVANS

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Irish Landscapes in WatercolourDERMOT CAVANAGH P9763 • £8.99

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142 143The ScripTS ruling pen

Ruling Pen by Jilly Hazeldine

One way to breathe new life into established

letterforms is to change the pen used to

write them. Calligraphers discovered that

ruling pens – a modern tool often part of the

school geometry kit – provided possibilities

for a more gestural, vigorous and dynamic

style of writing.

The exemplars in this book use a range of pens, as well as

a chisel brush, and these all interact differently with the

writer’s hand, ink and paper. The writing implement you

use strongly influences the marks that are made, and,

indeed, the evolution of scripts was led by available

materials; the change from reed pen on papyrus to quill

pen on calfskin vellum and, eventually, paper has affected

the development of writing.

Before advances in computer technology, ruling

pens were used for technical drawing in cartography,

architecture and engineering. The German calligraphers

Friedrich Poppl and Gottfried Pott are credited with

being the innovators of using the pens in calligraphy.

The Ruling Pen minuscule and majuscule are based

on the Italic letterform (see pages 98–111), which lends

itself well to a freer style of writing.

Speed is a factor in ruling pen writing, there is less

control, and it may be harder to be consistent. To some

extent, this can be exploited as a particular characteristic

of ruling pen writing, which is not possible with different

pens. The ruling pen also lends itself well to being used

with textured papers.

Type of penA folded ruling pen has been used for this chapter (see

pages 10–11). They can also be made from aluminium

drinks cans or litho plate.

Forming the archThe arch forms of ‘h’, ‘m’, ‘n’, ‘p’ and ‘r’ are constructed in the same way as for this minuscule ‘b’. The pen is held parallel to and slightly less than the body height above the headline. It is pushed to the left, a little pressure exerted, and then pulled downwards, using the natural curve of the hand’s movement to make the stroke slightly curved. At the baseline, the pen is tipped onto the point of the blade, making a branching curve up to the headline. The flat of the blade is used to pull down to the baseline, then the point of the blade completes the bowl of the letter.

Words from Stones book, Birgit Nass [Ruling pen, brush, automatic pen, metal nibs, bookbinding, paperweight]

A–Zs, Anna Pinto The ‘A’ and ‘Z’ are very loose, contemporary looking, Lombardic-style capitals. The ruling pen gives them some dimension, thanks to the way that the gouache puddles in unplanned ways. Anna enjoys the gestural quality of the strokes, and the play of thick and thin. [Gouache, coloured pencil, ruling pen, pointed pen on Fabriano Ingres paper]

Repartee logo, Kirsten BurkeA ruling pen provides freedom of movement, allowing fast, flowing strokes. With its sprays of ink, formed as the pen reverberates across the paper, and contrasting thick and thin strokes, Kirsten’s lettering has an energy that would have been difficult to achieve with any other calligraphy pen. [Ruling pen, canvas, acrylic colours, mixtechnic, gesso, chalk]

Headline

Headline

Headline

Baseline

Baseline

Baseline

Shallow curved bowlThe bowls of ‘c’, ‘d’, ‘e’, ‘o’ and ‘q’ are constructed in a similar way as for this minuscule ‘g’. The pen is held parallel to and slightly below the headline. It pushes up to the headline then down and out to the left in a shallow curve, making a broad stroke with the centre of the blade. Lifted onto the point of the blade, the pen curves up to just below the start of the stroke. Tipping back onto the centre of the blade, the descender is formed. About two-thirds of the way down, the blade is turned onto its point, then twisted anti-clockwise, pushing to the left and up to complete the descender.

Capital bowlThe letters ‘B’, ‘D’ and ‘P’ are constructed in a similar way to this majuscule ‘R’. The flat of the blade is put on the paper to pull down to the baseline. At the top of the letter, to the left of the main stem, the point of the blade pushes sideways and slightly up. Tilting onto the edge of the blade, from the end of the fine line, a curve forms the bowl. Lifting off the pen, the hand position changes so the blade is along a northeast line and pulls diagonally out and down to the baseline. The letter is completed with a small flick upwards using the point of the blade.

‘The stones are all art masterpieces, there aren’t two equal’, Luca Barcellona This quote is written freely, without a layout, apparently very fast, and the letters fit in the space, interlocking with each other, never equal one to the other, just like stones. [Broad-edge nib with gouache on cotton paper]

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Insular Pointed Minuscule by Jilly Hazeldine

‘Insular’ means ‘of the islands’, namely the

sharing of skills between monasteries in

Ireland and Britain. The pattern and texture

of this script on the page, with its generous

interline spacing, is very attractive and lends

itself well to modernisation.

The Insular Minuscule is from a group of Anglo-Saxon

scripts that developed alongside the formal writing

of the day. It also appears in manuscripts such as the

Lindisfarne Gospels (A.D. 698, British Library, London)

as a ‘gloss’. A gloss is usually comments or translations

which were written between lines of text at a later date.

The exemplar on these pages is based on Bede’s Commentary on the Book of Proverbs (Bodleian Library,

Oxford) written in northeast England in the mid- to

late eighth century. The actual size of the letters in the

manuscript is about 3mm (1⁄8in) high.

Speedy yet characterful A pattern is created by the script’s long, pointed

ascenders and descenders, which also occur on ‘s’

and ‘r’, the narrow form of the other letters and

the characteristic wedge serifs. Despite some pen

manipulation, this is a fairly quickly written script. Insular

Minuscule can be used to effect when contrasted with

Natural Uncial (see pages 54–61). The archaic forms

of ‘s’, ‘g’ and ‘r’ can be modernised and the open

top of ‘a’ closed if desired, but this will lose some of

the personality of the script.

Open topThe letter ‘a’ is constructed from a single stroke. The top of the letter is open, so the first stroke starts at the headline with a thin stroke. With the nib at 30º, a shallow curve is formed so that it just touches the baseline, then pushes upwards to form the bowl. About halfway up the letter the nib is moved vertically up to the headline. While still touching the paper, the pen shifts slightly to the left, then pulls back into the vertical stroke, making a small wedge serif. A quick curve with a thin stroke forms a serif to finish.

Anglo-Saxon influenceThis version of ‘g’ retains some of the archaic characteristics to reflect the flavour of the script. The first stroke hangs from the headline and is made at a slightly flatter pen angle. The second stroke is a curving ‘s’ shape, with the thin descender made by going onto the right-hand corner of the nib and exerting pressure. The descender of ‘g’ is not quite as long as the pointed descenders.

One-stroke ‘h’The letter ‘h’ can also be made in a single pen stroke that starts with the wedge serif on the ascender, then moves straight down to the baseline, pushing back up the vertical and forming the arch by branching from the main stem about 1 nib width below the headline. A curved stroke mirrors the shape of ‘a’ around to the baseline. The fishtail at the end of the stroke is formed by quickly rotating the nib onto its right-hand corner.

Pen angle 30°

Headline

Baseline

Headline

Baseline

Pen angle 40°

Pen angle 35°Pen angle 30°

Preface to the Gospel of St Mark, The Lindisfarne Gospels, c. 698 A.D.The interlinear Anglo-Saxon gloss on this page was written c. 950 and is the earliest surviving English translation of the Gospels. As such it is an example of the cursive handwriting of the day, but it had developed into the more formal bookhand used in Bede’s Commentary on the Book of Proverbs (late eighth century) and on which the Insular Pointed Minuscule exemplar is based.

Simplified form to suit compact layout

Medieval Scribes Colophon, Vivien LunnissThe Insular Pointed Minuscule script is written at a heavier weight for a more dramatic effect. The red Uncial, with its absence of ascenders and descenders, makes it ideal for writing the translation between lines while retaining the Anglo-Saxon feel. [Walnut ink, gouache, metal pens on Fabriano Artistico Hot Press paper. Insular pointed minuscule and Natural Uncial]

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At this time, the form of ‘r/R’ was rather uncertain

A more recognisable form

Headline

Baseline

Style consistent with the letters in the text

PRACTICAL ART



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Draw Manga: Complete SkillsSONIA LEONG

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