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Book SynopsisCreate beautiful dolls and accessories for winter using the latest Tilda fabrics. From pretty skating angels in warm fur coats to chalet girls with cosy knitted jumpers, these new Tilda designs celebrate the winter season in style. Transform pentagons and hexagons into mini patchwork balls and tablemats, or make a quilt or cushion with beautiful Tilda fabrics. Hanging santas, paper angels and Christmas stockings are perfect festive decorations for your home, and there are adorable polar bears to delight the little ones!

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Book SynopsisThis title covers the full process and all techniques required, from making the maquette to finished item. It includes 6 step-by-step projects with photographs and expert tips. It also features an in-depth history of the craft and a gallery of inspirational examples. Author lives in West Sussex, UK. Readers can create their own Japanese carvings with this new, comprehensive how-to title on the intricate skill of Japanese netsuke. Traditionally created for practical reasons, these fantastic, miniature carvings are now highly collectible works of art. "Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners" is packed with information on the history, techniques, tools and skills needed to master the art. Written in an approachable, personal style with 6 step-by-step projects to follow and 27 additional ideas each accompanied by colour photographs, this book includes everything readers need to get started.

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Book SynopsisFeel the power of the Force as you enjoy hours of crocheting fun in theStar Warsuniverse!An out-of-this-world crocheting adventure, theStar Wars Crochetkit offers a fun and interactive experience by including a full-color paperback book with step-by-step instructions for crochetingsome of the most memorable characters from the originalStar Warstrilogy.Also included in the kit are yarn, a crochet hook, a needle, stuffing, and safety eyes, enough to complete two projects?Yoda and R2-D2. The instruction book shows you how to make twelve different characters, so your crochet collection will soon include Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Jabba the Hutt, and many other favorites.

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Book SynopsisLearn the historical art of fine whitework in this informative, instructional guide from the Royal School of Needlework and master skills of Jenny Adin-Christie. This exquisite guide provides a historical background to fine whitework, and an exploration of the key stitch techniques involved in this intricate style of hand embroidery. Discover how to master five key areas of whitework technique: sculptured, translucent, filigree, fretted and voided; then apply these to two detailed and stunning pieces - a delicate button with scabiosa motif, and an elaborate embroidery honoring the 150th anniversary of the RSN. Clear step-by-step instructions and stitch diagrams aid the reader in their own whitework embroideries, and there is plenty of inspiration by way of Jenny Adin-Christie's own elegant works, and those of other RSN students and tutors.

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Book SynopsisFor the first time, the collected texts from the critically and commercially acclaimed fantasy video game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim are bound together in three exciting volumes. Lavishly illustrated and produced, these titles are straight out of the world of Skyrim - and a must for any wandering adventurer.Trade Review"It looks period authentic, so it will make a nice addition to your bookcase or coffee table. It will also make you a much more scholarly Elders Scrolls fan thanks to the sheer amount of knowledge it packs into its 200+ pages of content." -Entertainment Buddha A must-buy for any die-hard fan -Bio Gamer Girl If you re a longtime fan of The Elder Scrolls or a newcomer looking to expand your knowledge of the many facets of life in Tamriel, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim The Skyrim Library, Vol. III: The Arcane is a fantastic read that demands a spot in your collection -Hey Poor Player"

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Book SynopsisThe art of needle felting can produce endless possibilities of hyper-realistic - almost taxidermic - results. With a little know-how, some needles, wool and a few inexpensive accessories, you can learn to needle felt like a professional. Take your needle felting to a whole new level to create a range of lifelike endangered wild animal species: this book, by world-class felting master Cindy-Lou Thompson of Chicktin Creations, will take you through the steps. Covering four different endangered wild animals, with step-by-step instruction and photos, Cindy takes you through the process of creating different body shapes, proportions, armatures, coats and blending, as well as realistic finishing touches such as eyes, nails, ears, feathers and detailing. Learn how to achieve a professional finish you will be proud of with different textured coats: blending, clipping and adding shape to give the animals a realistic finishing touch. Some of the variety of mediums and methods detailed here have been designed and developed by Cindy herself.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Basic info and items used etc Chapter 2. The Snow Leopard Chapter 3. Przewalski's Horse Chapter 4. Painted Dog Chapter 5. Secretary Bird Chapter 6. Fur Attachment Chapter 7. How to Blend Merino Wool Chapter 8. Issues

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Book SynopsisA collection of 30 beautiful designs for flower motifs inspired by decorative tiles from around the world. All of the patterns are written in US crochet terms with a handy table for the equivalent UK terms.

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Book SynopsisLearn 52 simple and textural crochet stitches and stitch patterns with this pretty and accessible card deck.

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Book SynopsisKumihimo is the ancient art of Japanese braidmaking; admired for its dual qualities of usefulness and beauty, and associated with both fashion and the samurai. In this revised and updated edition of her classic instructional book, Jacqui Carey teaches the use of a marudai (round stand) to produce a variety of different types of braids, which can then be used to create countless combinations of colour, texture and material. Clear step-by-step photographs guide the beginner through each of the projects, and many inspirational examples of the variety you can create are shown. The rhythmic movements, feel and sound of the marudai in use make this traditional craft a soothing, absorbing and aesthetically pleasing experience; perfect for weaving a calm area in your day.Trade ReviewNot having come across this art myself, I asked a local craft group (I’m based in Stourbridge in the West Midlands) to review this book, some of whom were able to compare it to the original 1997 publication. The group found the introduction to Japanese braiding provided a clear, easily understood guide to all aspects of equipment, threads and techniques used to produce a range of both round and flat braids. The illustrations, diagrams and photography were clean, clear and easily followed, as were the written explanations. The book also provided step-by-step instructions that allow users to produce a variety of braids with a variety of uses: it brings the ancient craft of Kumihimo within the reach of all those with an interest in learning and developing the techniques in a simple way. Members of the group particularly liked it that each type of braid had a different page background colour and found that the warp circle diagrams were clearer set against a coloured background. Close up photographs of working the braids were good and you could clearly see where the threads were placed. Overall the book looked inviting and the layout generally was streamlined and modern.” Having borrowed some equipment, I tried making a braid myself and found it very satisfying to see the work growing under the circle and the beautiful braid it produced. -- Brenda Smith * Knitting & Crochet Guild - SlipKnot June 2020 *Not having come across this art myself, I asked a local craft group to review this book. The group found the to Japanese braiding provided a clear, easily understood guide to all aspects of equipment, threads, and techniques used to produce a range of both round and flat braids. The illustrations, diagrams and photography were clean, clear and easily followed, as were the written explanations. The book also provided step-by-step instructions that allow users to produce a variety of uses: it brings the ancient craft of Kumihimo within the reach of all those with an interest in learning and developing the techniques in a simple way. Members of the group particularly liked that each type of braid had a different page background colour and found that the warp circle diagrams were slearer set against a coloured background. Close-up photographs of working the braids were good and you could clearly see where the threads were placed. Overall the book looked inviting and the layout was streamlined and modern. Having borrowed some equipment I tried making a braid myself and found it very satisfying to see the work growing under the circle and the beautiful braid it produced. -- Brenda Smith * Slipknot *Originally published back in 1997 (and titled Beginner’s Guide to Braiding – The Craft of Kumihimo) this is the definitive book on the subject, at least in the UK. I still have my much used copy which introduced me to the wonderful world of “narrow wares” that can be made on a traditional marudai. Fast-forward to 2020 and many people do this craft on handheld disk marudai, but this book deals with the type that sits on the floor and (in my opinion at least) is a lot easier to master. The book opens with what you need to begin, showing photographs of the wooden type, the acrylic version that I use and even a homemade marudai constructed from a lampshade frame and card disk. You will also require bobbins, weights and a few other items which can all be purchased from the website below. Learn how to wind the bobbins, set up the marudai and get started on your first braid with the aid of plenty of captioned photographs. This book is aimed at the beginner and is pretty foolproof; I followed the instructions and was making professional-looking braids on my first day. Make round, square and flat braids, add simple tassels and work in other types of yarn. Note that this book only deals with making the braids, with two pages at the back showing what can be done with them. Finishing them off and using them for tiebacks, jewellery, embroidery etc are dealt with in other books or by having a go. It is not difficult to learn how to make braids using a traditional marudai and this book has the clearest, most user friendly instructions I have seen. Highly recommended. If you cannot find a good range of materials locally try http://www.searchpress.com for a list of suppliers. Marudais, bobbins, threads etc available from the author’s website https://www.careycompany.com/ -- Rachel A Hyde * Amazon *Japanese braid-making is admired for its use and beauty. This essential guide shows us different braids, which can be used to create countless combinations of colour, texture and material. There are clear step-by-step photos and many inspirational examples of this soothing, absorbing and pleasing craft. * Machine Knitting Monthly *The kumihimo techniques in this book are made using a beautiful marudai stand, and lovers of kumihimo will find the story of them quite fascinating. I do not have a marudai stand, but I did make a braid project using a more modern plate. This is a brilliant book for beginners, as it guides you through the steps in an easy to understand step by step technique. The projects are simple but stunning, and include bracelets, necklaces and ties. Each project can be adapted in size, and I loved the rich tonal colours that were used for each piece. Beads, ribbons and cords are perfect for these designs, but finer threads can be used to make smaller items. The instructions are accompanied by superb photography, demonstrating each step -- Tracy Shephard * Amazon *Table of ContentsIntroduction 6 Materials & equipment 8 Square braid 14 Round braid 26 Flat braid 34 Honeycomb braid 40 Hollow braid 46 Rounded flat braid 54 Using your braids 62 Index 64

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to stonesetting by renowned designer and teacher, Melissa Hunt. From ready-made snap settings to handmade mounts for unique pieces, Stonesetting for Jewellery Makers is an all-encompassing examination of the many and varied techniques, treatments and innovations used in jewellery design. Whether learning how to make settings from scratch or choosing and working with ready-made mountings, this book arms the reader with techniques that can be applied to a range of pieces. Throughout the book, beautifully illustrated step-by-step tutorials are accompanied by practical tips and advice, while inspirational galleries present stunning examples of the ways in which contemporary jewellers experiment with settings, materials and stones.Table of Contents EQUIPMENT 10: The Bench and Studio 11, Measuring and Marking Tools 12, Punches, Blocks and Rolling Mill 14, Hand Tools 15, Cutting Tools 16, Hammers and Mallets 18, Files 19, Soldering Equipment 20, Stonesetting Tools 22, Electrical Equipment 24, Burrs 25, Wire Wrapping 26, Optical Aids 26, Micro Pave 26, Glue 26, Pearl Stringing 26, Precious Metal Clay 27 CHOOSING STONES 28: Stone Types 29, Lapidary 30, Characteristics of Stones 36, Popular Minerals and Organics 39, Selecting a Stone 61, Metals for Stonesetting 62 BASIC FABRICATION & FINISHING TECHNIQUES 66: Measuring and Cutting Metal 66, Filing 66, Annealing 67, Pickling 67, Texturing and Forming 68, Soldering 70, Finishing Techniques 71 PRONG & SNAP SETTING 72: Prong Setting with a Faceted or Cabochon Stone 74, Gallery 76 PRECIOUS METAL CLAY 78: Setting a Cabochon Stone into Precious Metal Clay 80, Claw Setting into Precious Metal Clay 82, Firing a Cubic Zirconia into Clay 84, Gallery 86 BEZEL, RUB-OVER OR CABOCHON SETTING 88: Bezel Setting 90, Gallery 94 TUBE & COLLET SETTING 96: Tube Setting 98, Collet Setting 100, Gallery 102 GYPSY, FLUSH OR BURNISH SETTING 104: Gypsy Setting 106, Gallery 108 TENSION SETTING 110: Tension Setting a Ring Shank 112, Gallery 114 CHANNEL SETTING 116: Channel Setting 118, Gallery 120 CLAW SETTING 122: Single Gallery Claw Setting 124, Gallery 128 PAVE SETTING 130: Traditional Pave 134, Micro Pave Setting 136, Star Setting 138, Gallery 140 WRAPPING BEADS & STRINGING PEARLS 142: Beading with Wire 146, Wire Wrapping a Cuff Ring 148, Wire Wrapping a Sized Ring 150, Wire Wrapping a Pendant 152, Pearl Stringing 154, Gallery 158 SETTING IRREGULARLY-SHAPED STONES & UNUSUAL MATERIALS 160: Nailhead Riveting 162, Tube Rivets 164, Tabs 166, End Caps 167, Making Screws 168, Making Hinges 170, Gallery 172 CARE & REPAIRS 176: Care of Stones 176, Health and Safety in the Jewellery Workshop 177 REFERENCES 178: Designing and Making a Commissioned Piece 179, Charts 180, Useful Books and Websites 184, Index 186, Contributors & Picture Credits 190, Acknowledgements 192

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Book SynopsisThis is a new title on the intricate skill of tatting; one of the oldest forms of lace making still in use today. This practical and informative book showcases the use of this accessible and thriving craft, ideal for creating fantastic necklaces, bracelets, pendants and earrings. Lyn Morton's wide-ranging collection of charming and innovative patterns will inspire tatters of all levels, from the relative beginner to the experienced and dedicated tatter seeking to create their own unique accessories.

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Book SynopsisThis 1000-piece puzzle features Katie Scott's stunning fungal illustrations.

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Book SynopsisIn 2019 a creative illustration challenge was created by Studio Lisa called #powerfulwomenweek. From this challenge, 60 illustrations have been selected to create this inspiring affirmation deck of cards. Each illustration is combined with an empowering quote and they have been divided into four subjects: soul, mind, ambition and body. Anytime you need it, you can take a card from the deck, and place it in the wooden card holder, which is included, so you can look at and be inspired by your selected card for as long as you'd like. In addition to these cards, a booklet showcases the powerful female illustrators who have been selected for this deck, explaining the inspiring story behind their illustration and chosen quote.

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Book SynopsisWith 35 projects that you’ll love to make and a helpful techniques section, this book will teach you all about sewing machines. Start out with Clothes and Accessories, where you can make a felt collar and cosy scarf, as well as a pretty skirt. Then try one of the Bags and Cases, such as a cute bobble-trim coin purse, an MP3 player case and even a sleepover bag. Transform your room with Things for Your Room – the wall tidy looks great and gives you somewhere to store all your bits and pieces, and you can brighten up your bedding with a patchwork quilt. Finally, why not have a go at the Toys and Games? Make a rag doll, and then clothes for it, too, to get a feel for dressmaking, or create a fabric games board for playing draughts and chess. Every project has step-by-step artworks to guide you, plus a skill level so you can start with easy items and move on to more challenging things as you get better at using your machine.

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Book SynopsisWith this origami-how-to book, learn how to fold unique gift boxes that are as unique as the treasures they hold!Considered the most famous living origami master, Tomoko Fuse is known for her expertise in box-folding and other origami paper craft styles. The simple flat box, or tato, is an excellent introduction to the art of beginner origami and allows readers to start small, then build to more intricate pieces. Handmade paper boxes are an expression of origami crafts at their very best. Experiment with different thicknesses, textures, and origami paper designs of paper for a true one-of-a-kind presentation. Step by step instructions and diagrams guide you from start to finish as you create: Flat boxes in several different shapes Boxes with multifaceted tops Box tops with spiraled flourishes And so much more Origami box folding is a relaxing and satisfying craft for all levels of expertise andRTrade Review"Fuse, author of several books on origami, is considered a master of the art. (…) After a guide that shows the origami symbols and basic folds, the more than three-dozen projects are divided into three categories: simple boxes made using square sheets, modular boxes made using multiple square sheets, and modular boxes made using rectangular sheets. Even the most basic of the projects is impressive, and as Fuse points out, simpler designs are perfectly suited to show off specialty printed paper. The instructions are presented in a numbered sequence of visual symbols with occasional text accompanying, and each project lists the standard-size sheet for it. A terrific guide to learning or practicing origami." -- Booklist"Critique: Simply stated, Tomoko Fuse's Origami Boxes is an ideal introduction into the Japanese art form and craft of making origami boxes. Profusely illustrated and thoroughly 'user friendly' in organization and presentation, Tomoko Fuse's Origami Boxes is very highly recommended for personal and academic library do-it-yourself craft collections. (…) gift-giving will never be the same." -- Midwest Book Review"Tuttle has published an amazing lineup of origami books and kits but they've outdone even themselves with this one…Beautifully designed, the instructions include clearly-understandable visual diagrams for each project." --Retailing Insight

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Book SynopsisKawaii is a Japanese word meaning ‘super-cute’, and it’s a trend that’s sweeping the globe. Anything can be drawn in the kawaii style, from animals, people, vegetables and flowers to food, vehicles and household items. Here, expert comic book and manga artist Yishan Li shows you how to achieve amazingly adorable drawings in just a few simple steps. Draw the cutest rabbit you’ve ever seen, or turn a car into a cute and cuddly character complete with eyes and a smiley mouth. Even a vacuum cleaner and a television set are brought to life in kawaii style. There are 28 different drawings to choose from, all full of personality and bubbling over with charm. Each one is developed in 8 easy stages from a rough sketch of the basic shapes through to the finished, coloured drawing, making this book suitable for adults and children of all ages and abilities. Trade ReviewKawaii is Japanese for cute, and anybody familiar with manga and anime will know what this style looks like. Learn how to draw your own cute characters and decorate everything with them! As a long-time fan of all things Japanese this is one title I was looking forward to reviewing and having a go with. As with all the books in this series each page shows how, in several easy stages, you can build up a drawing from the simplest shapes. For ease of use the original step is shown in blue, with each new step adding details in pink. Ink in the final lines in black, and then add colour. I have found that this system can result in the later stages adding a bewildering amount of detail suddenly, but with cartoon styles it is easy to see how you progress from a line drawing to a coloured image. The book opens with a page about the style, explains how the book works and what you need: basic art materials are all you require. Images include human figures such as a schoolgirl, witch, princess and scientist, animals like a cat, lion, dolphin and seal, plus everyday items like a donut, kettle, marker pen and car. I found I was drawing with ease and getting to understand what details and modifications are needed to make anything look kawaii. This is one of the best entries in this series in my opinion. -- Rachel A Hyde * myshelf.com *

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Book SynopsisSpend Christmas in the country with this festive coloring book and its 31 drawings of snowbound cottages, quaint villages, decorated trees, and other scenes of winter landscapes and holiday cheer.

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Book SynopsisBrought together here for the first time ever, a collection of over 190 of Kaffe Fassett''s most accomplished and successful knitting designs. With close up photographic swatches and detailed colour charts, you''ll be recreating these iconic designs in no time! ''He''s a genius'' -- Sonia Rykiel''Stunning. Wonderful. If you want your socks blown off, buy this book'' -- ***** Reader review''Amazing, inspirational book'' -- ***** Reader review''A mouth-watering feast of colour and ideas'' -- ***** Reader review ''An inspirational book and one to treasure for many years!'' -- ***** Reader review''A beautiful book with beautiful pictures and patterns - I just drooled by looking at it all'' -- ***** Reader review***************************************************************************Kaffe Fassett has been producing some of the world''s most exquisite knitting designs for over 30 Trade ReviewHe's a genius -- Sonia Rykiel

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Book SynopsisFilled with 32 stunning colouring pages of Billieâs most iconic performances and fashion moments, this book celebrates her unique streetwear-inspired style. Whether youâre colouring Billie on stage, at red carpet events, or in her signature off-duty looks, each page captures her unapologetically bold, creative spirit.

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Book SynopsisIf you've always fancied taking up embroidery but didn't know where to start, this guide for the absolute beginner is for you. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of this fun and creative craft. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make, so that you can put your newly acquired knowledge into practice. You'll learn everything you need to get started, and each project is explained with the help of dear illustrations that will guide you every step of the way. The straightforward explanations combined with desirable projects means that no matter how little embroidery experience you have to start with, you'll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found practical skills.

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Book SynopsisA massive 300 codeword puzzles packaged in a stylish paperback - this is the perfect codeword gift book for adults of any age. With a mix of 100 easy, 100 medium and 100 hard puzzles, the 13 x 13 grids are each arranged on their own page and solutions are easily found in the back of the book. Printed in a highly portable format, the book can be taken on your travels or sit neatly on your bedside table.

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Book Synopsis31 calming large print illustrations to colour, with tear-out pages so you can display your artwork - this is the perfect colouring book for adults of any age. 31 large print, easy-colour illustrations. 1 illustration per page, so ink doesn’t seep through onto another illustration behind. Printed on luxurious, thick white paper. Perforated page edges to enable you to cleanly tear your artwork out of the book. Pages can fit in a standard 250mm (high) x 200mm (wide) picture frame, available from retailers including IKEA. Designed for adults, but can be enjoyed by all!

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Book SynopsisSew 18 cute and cuddly friends with stylish clothes and accessories to mix and match! Step into the world of Rose Minuscule and discover the colourful 'Rainbow Club Friends', including Robinson and Oscar the lions, Amelie the rabbit, Theo the bear and Remy the dog. Learn to sew adorable, characterful faces; learn to stuff and sew up body parts; and create a stylish wardrobe for your new friends. The gorgeous projects are shown step by step, with clear, full instructions, and all the patterns are included at actual size. Each member of the Rainbow Club has their own stylish outfit to sew, knit or crochet, and gorgeous accessories to make, including party hats, scarves, bags, a cape and even a hot air balloon! Some of the projects require small amounts of knitting and crochet – which give the projects a gorgeous textural appeal – but all the techniques you need are clearly photographed and explained. Trade ReviewWhat an absolute joy of a book! I wasn't too sure what I was expecting but the world of these beautiful hand made creatures is just so lovely! In fact – even when not making the little folk – I settle down with a cuppa and just read the text and look at the beautiful photographs! A joy of a book and one that I would highly recommend. Just superb! -- Moyra Blayney * Customer Review *I love this book! Truly fantastic! All of the doll characters are so cute and clever! And with the options of making clothes and even bedding and toys for the toys themselves I loved this even more. I hope that everyone that buys this book feels the same way as I do. The author is such a great artist! -- C. L. Theroux * Customer Review *Miniature everything is the name of the game for this French import, right down to the typeface used! Standing at about nine inches tall, all 18 of Bonnet’s creature are delightfully designed, with exquisite facial features, up-to-the-minute clothing and accoutrements, and elegantly photographed objets d’art, including mattresses and blankets for Rosie and her miniature rabbit, a hot air balloon for Lili mouse, and an art portfolio, ankle boots, and more for their friends. Though a magnifying glass may be desirable for the aforementioned typeface, crafters can skip the sewing machine and instead use the mainly simple techniques on display here: knitting and crochet stitches, running stitches, gathers, attaching arms, transferring patterns. Perhaps a bit big for a dollhouse, these are still stuffed huggables anyone would adore. -- Barbara Jacobs * Booklist, November issue *Table of ContentsBefore you begin 8 Materials 9 Techniques 10 Amelie and mini-rabbit 36 The Rainbow Club Friends Loulou the cat 56, Coco the cat 62, Sofia the cat 68, Billie the cat 74, Anais the cat 80, Theo the bear 90, Lili the mouse 102, Pierre the duck 112, Robinson and Oscar 120, Mina the little cat 138, Henri and Isabella 146, Remy and Lola 160

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Book Synopsis A unique collection of crochet patterns for the 12 birds of Christmas. Taking inspiration from the famous Christmas carol, Kerry Lord, author of the Edward’s Menagerie series and founder of TOFT yarns, has created this unique crochet collection. Including John the Spotted Woodpecker for 12 Drummers Drumming, Lydia the Greylag Goose for 6 Geese a-laying and, of course, Felix the Partridge in a pear tree, this is Christmas fun at its most creative. Patterns include:12 Drummers Drumming – John the Spotted Woodpecker11 Pipers Piping – Nina the Sandpiper10 Lords-a-Leaping – Agnes the Heron9 Ladies Dancing – Loise the Cormorant8 Maids-a-milking – Delilah the Cattle Egret7 Swans-a-swimming – Margot the Black Swan6 Geese a-laying – Lydia the Greylag Goose5 Gold Rings – Gilbert the Pheasant4 Calling Birds – Peter the Blackbird3 French Hens – Ruth the Hen2 Turtle Doves – Beatrice the Turtle DoveAnd a Partridge – Felix the PartridgeTrade Review'There is no better way to celebrate every crafter’s favourite season.' * Let’s Knit *'It seems that Kerry Lord can do no wrong when it comes to designing delightful toys and her latest collection for Christmas is no exception!' -- Crochet Now'Perfect for decorating your tree or for giving as gifts' -- Simply Sewing

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Book SynopsisResin jewellery first started in the US around 6 years ago and has now become one of the fastest-growing trends in jewellery making. The technique is very simple – you simply mix the two-part resin together and pour into a bezel or pendant. Rings, pendants, brooches, cufflinks, hairpins and bracelets are all easy to make and look incredibly professional when done. In this inspiring book, well-known crafter Sara Naumann shows you just how easy and quick resin jewellery is to make, using minimal equipment and readily available products, and provides over 50 fabulous projects for you to try. You can add numerous items to the resin to achieve different effects. You can place paper in the bezels to act as a background to the resin – such as old book paper, map paper, scrapbook paper and photographs. Paper can also be painted, stencilled, or layered with washi tape before being coated with resin. Try sheet music for a vintage vibe, or origami papers for a fresh, contemporary look. In addition, you can also immerse various items in the resin before it cures, such as dried flowers and leaves, feathers, shells, beads and charms, or try adding glitter, coloured inks, nail polish and virtually anything else you can think of. The versatility of resin jewellery is awe-inspiring, providing papercrafters as well as jewellery-makers with all the skills and inspiration they need to design and make their own stunning pieces. Trade ReviewLove this book. Am a total beginner but this book takes the time to explain everything to you simply and clearly. It then goes on to have lots of lovely projects with inspiring photos and details of exactly how to recreate each look. -- Caoline Keen * Customer Review *Delightful book that helps anyone create interesting and exciting jewellery. My mother and I used a few of Sara's projects with successful results. I was surprised how easy it it! My favourite part in he book was 3D inclusions as I love steampunk. Gathering pieces to use is just as much fun! -- Emma Hunt * Customer Review *Sara Naum,ann is a papercrafting designer who has been in the art and craft industry for 20 years. This book is designed to introduct you as a beginner to the different projects which can be done with resin. Overall the projects are well photographed, clearly illustrating the descriptive techniques for each project which helps to follow the instructions. Overall this book illustrates very well the many uses of resin and some very inspiring projects for a beginner. It is informative and simple to follow. * The Bead Society Journal *Resin jewellery is very easy to make and the technique is incredibly versatile. Popular craft author Sara Naumann shows you how to make beautiful pieces of jewellery for men and women, using simple techniques and inexpensive materials. Great fun and quick to make you can add paper, fabric, photographs, shells, dried flowers, nail polish and more to the resin, producing professional-looking and stylish pieces that are totally unique. There are more than 50 projects to inspire you to create your own resin jewellery for yourself, or as gifts for family and friends. Ideal for beginners and more experienced crafters, prepare to become addicted! * Creative Hobbies *Anybody who has ever mixed two-component epoxy glue has already got the required skill to make beautiful jewelry from resin. For foolproof tips, what else to add to the mix and fifty projects this book will tell you the rest. I learned how to do this surprisingly simple and fun craft at the age of about eight with a kit. There are some safety precautions to follow as this is a toxic substance but once you know how to use it (and you already will if you are familiar with epoxy) the rest is fairly easy. This might make it sound boring, but it is an extremely versatile medium that can make some professional looking pieces and is a great way of recycling and upcycling all kinds of materials. The first part of the book deals with what you need and how to do the basics, troubleshooting, using paper, beads, findings etc and the rest is devoted to the projects. Before you get to them there is the excellent feature of a double page spread showing thumbnails of all of them so you can see at a glance what would interest you. These are arranged in four categories: using paper, coloring agents, powder inclusions and 3-D inclusions covering most basic aspects of this craft. Each project covers a page and features a large photograph of the finished item, a list of materials and tools plus the instructions as well as a basic description. This tells you a bit about the piece and also what you will learn by making it. Items used include all kinds of papers including wrapping paper, old books and paper napkins, coloring with things like nail polish, paint and ink, adding glitter, flitter and embossing powder and embedding elements such as old watch parts, presed flowers and shells. Most of the pieces are made using findings with frames and bezels but the final section shows how you can repurpose things like odd game tiles, flat metal shapes and even just a plastic sheet for freeform work. In short, this book manages to show how simple and fun resin work is and it is great to see a book on such an overlooked subject. My tip to beginners is get a kit first and you will have all you need to get started. * myshelf.com *I was initially struck by the picture on the front of this book. Just my style of pretty and stylish jewellery. I'm a bit craft fan and I have bookcases full of craft books I have bought because I liked the cover project. 90% of those books I have never used despite the initial 'i can't live without this book' feeling that I seem to fall for time and time again . Happily I can report that almost every project in this book is on my to do list. I have already sourced the best deals on resin and the equipment need to complete the projects and even though it's only March I have planned many of my Christmas gifts. The book has every bit of information need to complete the projects and a great trouble shooting section. Even if you aren't an experienced crafter I am convinced you will be inspired to take resin jewellery making to new levels using everything from glitter to feathers for pendants, earrings and bracelets that will get your friends and family asking where you bought them. I'm excited to start and I'm sure you will be too. -- Belinda Bentley * Customer Review *I have never made resin jewellery before, but being a crafty person this book was right up my street. Lovely ideas, displayed in clear eye catching photographs. A craters dream!I can't wait to give it a try -- Amy Chambers * Customer Review *I have never made resin jewellery before, but being a crafty person this book was right up my street. Lovely ideas, displayed in clear eye catching photographs. A craters dream!I can't wait to give it a try -- Sharon Rutherford * Customer Review *working with resin was never something I thought about until I came across this book. My job is working with jewellery but as I am currently on maternity leave I do not have the equipment to carry on at home. This book has shown me some great tips and tricks to make resin jewellery at home fairly inexpensively! I read through the book in one sitting and have a list of resin, bezels and inks to work through some of these projects. If you are looking for a book to make resin jewellery I recommend this, the step by step instructions are easy to understand and the finished pieces look great -- Jade Nuttall * Customer Review *As a newcomer to resin, I was hoping for a book that would both inspire and teach me. I was not disappointed. Apart from the obvious instructions in how to carry out each project, the author has added loads of tips which will helped enormously. The techniques section is clear and jargon free so that I never felt out of my comfort zone. Fabulous photography throughout makes this a lovely book to browse through too. There are enough projects to inspire and each has step by step instructions. I would definitely recommend this to anyone considering making resin jewellery. -- Lilly Roskell * Customer Review *I have used resin before but not for jewellery and my approach was based on knowledge gleaned from random videos on a well-known online platform! Having this book in front of me has been a revelation. The instructions are clear and concise. Lots of good photos when you need them and plenty of good tips to overcome the inevitable hiccups such as air bubbles. Resin does one job (but does it very well) so it’s interesting to see ways to stretch that out into a variety of projects and finishes. This book builds up techniques from scratch, leading you into gradually more complicated and lengthy procedures, covering any possible hitches along the way. I suspect anyone doing resin jewellery would want to eventually experiment with their own style and so the gallery provides inspiration, broadening out the knowledge in order to reach that end. -- Sass Tetzlaff * Customer Review *Table of ContentsIntroduction 6 Tools and Materials 8 What is Resin? 10 Troubleshooting 20 Paper Techniques 22 The Projects Using Paper 30 Scrapbook paper 32 Map paper 34 Book paper 36 Origami paper 38 Napkin and tissue paper 40 Washi tape and paper 42 Stamping 44 Heat embossing 46 Inkpad press 48 Image transfer paper 50 Mylar sheets 52 Fabric 54 Colouring Agents 56 Glitter Glue 58 Alcohol Ink 60 Nail polish 62 Acrylic Paint 64 Powder Inclusions 66 Enamelling powder 68 Pigment Powder 70 Clear Fine Glitter 72 German Glass Glitter 74 Embossing powder 76 3-D Inclusions 78 Megaflake 80 Buttons and watch parts 82 Natural inclusions 84 No-bezel Jewellery 86 Wooden shapes 88 Game pieces 90 Freeform Pieces 92 Commercial Moulds 94 Index 96

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Book SynopsisThis fun introduction to design opens the world of style to budding fashionistas! Bestselling art instructor Chris Hart not only gives step-by-step instructions on drawing figures from many points of view and in varying poses, he explains the tricks of the trade: how to "dress" your figure; render colour, texture and print; and create accessories, hairstyles and makeup looks. An overview of tools, materials and essential skills will help you bring your creative vision to life!

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Book SynopsisGreat Book of Shop Drawings for Craftsman Furniture, Revised & Expanded Second Edition is a complete sourcebook of working shop drawings for 61 classic pieces of American furniture. Whether known as Craftsman, Arts & Crafts, or Mission, these sturdy, straightforward and immensely popular designs have graced American homes for more than 100 years. The author, a master cabinetmaker, measured original Craftsman antiques to create these detailed plans. This revised new paperback edition is compiled from three of his previous books: Shop Drawings for Craftsman Furniture; Shop Drawings for Craftsman Inlays & Hardware; and More Shop Drawings for Craftsman Furniture. Every type of furniture is represented here: from trestle tables, love seats, and nightstands to corner cabinets, rockers, tabourets and more. With perspective views, elevations, sections, details, and cutting lists, this book gives woodworkers the heart of the Craftsman aesthetic, along with all the information needed for workshop success. A bonus section on inlays and hardware offers original designs that add color, lyricism, and a graceful flourish to ever-popular Craftsman furniture.

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Book SynopsisFrom 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. Equipped with instructions, patterns and enchanting photos, it explores the history of 1930s fashion, and explains how to make a range of versatile thirties-inspired garments. It takes ten examples of 1930s garments, ranging from a lingerie set to a heavy coat, to create a thirties-inspired capsule collection. The patterns are taken from original 1930s garments, with each piece being carefully measured and the patterns scaled down accordingly. Step-by-step instructions for making each garment are complemented by close-up photographs of historic details and decoration. A beautiful and practical book, it will inspire designers, dressmakers and lovers of vintage fashion who want to express themselves through timeless and elegant style.

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Book SynopsisA Best Floristry Book of 2022, Gardens IllustratedA contemporary, beautifully illustrated book on flowers, flower pressing and arranging.A delight, packed with stories about the flowers JamJar Flowers work with, as well as practical information' House & GardenIn The Modern Flower Press, innovative florists Melissa Richardson and Amy Fielding (owners of JamJar Flowers) share their abundant knowledge of flowers and tell the stories that surround the traditional art of flower pressing, reinventing the craft into a very modern form that celebrates the colour, shape and beauty of flowers.The Modern Flower Press is a storybook full of entertaining facts, myths and legends about flowers. Melissa and Amy explain all aspects of the history of pressing flowers, from its origins to the present day. They show you how to choose the right flowers for pressing, how to prepare and press them, and share ideas for projects and artworks to display them in all their perfectly preserved glory. From their oTrade Review‘The Modern Flower Press celebrates pressing’s surprisingly glamorous history, and offers plenty of practical advice, too.’ Alice Vincent, Telegraph 'Celebrate all things botanical and learn about the art of pressing flowers with this beautiful new book by the florists of South London’s beloved JamJar. The Modern Flower Press is a bible of fascinating floral facts, tips, myths and, above all, glorious illustrations and photography.' Tatler ‘Feels like a spellbook incantating more magic than the title alone suggests … Lavish specimens scatter the pages and are reproduced in such papery, translucent detail that one might be forgiven for thinking some cheeky bookseller had slipped in a real stem or two … Encourage[s] readers to find the nearest flower and pick it, immediately, for posterity.’ Amy Merrick, World of Interiors 'Flower pressing is enjoying a particular moment of popularity. Here the pair behind fashionable London florist JamJar Flowers sketch out the history of the pastime, provide inspirational ideas from JamJar's own commissions and offer an array of creative projects to try at home.' The English Garden 'The florists behind JamJar Flowers share their modern take on the lost art of pressing flowers' Gardens Illustrated 'For more inspiration, see the company's new book, The Modern Flower Press' Country Homes & Interiors ‘JamJar: the florist turning dried English meadow flowers into works of Art’ Times Luxx magazine ‘'It tells not only the story of how to press flowers, but it is full of the most wonderful tales of nature and myth and magic and all of the things that make an English flower garden so precious that we want to pick and press the flowers in the first place … punctuated with practical ideas' A Little Bird

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Book SynopsisEvery person is unique, and in this book you'll find the skills to draw each person's distinctive facial features, like the expression on their face or the years of experience held in their wrinkles. This books also features tips on drawing accessories like spectacles and hats. The How To Draw series takes a highly visual and practical approach to drawing, featuring step-by-step instructions for each art project. Duotone lines highlight each step. Each title includes information on the drawing materials you can use and where to use them most effectively. Pencil, pen, crayon, paints and charcoal and more are all covered in detail. The series covers a comprehensive range of rudimentary techniques - with sections on materials, composition and perspective. The How To Draw series is an excellent way to introduce the concepts of drawing to child and adult alike.

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Book SynopsisKaffe Fassett's quilts never fail to dazzle and delight. Fifteenth in this series of bestsellers, Kaffe Fassett's Quilt Grandeur lives up to its name, inspiring readers with grand new takes on the age-old art of quilting. It brings you 20 patterns that show off to advantage his signature line of Rowan fabrics. Alongside tips and techniques for doing museum-quality work, Kaffe generously shares what he's learned over 30 years as a designer and quilter extraordinaire and provides everything you need to duplicate these glorious designs. Or, taking a page from Kaffe's playbook, you can use these designs to inspire your own original interpretation!

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Book SynopsisWire wrapping is a quick and easy technique that will take your jewelry making to the next level. A little wire, a few simple tools, and some brightly colored 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. Wire-Wrapped Jewelry for Beginners teaches 30 expert wire wrapping methods, such as forming bent-wire links, working a wrapping pattern, wrapping sequential layers, embellishing decorative loops, adding coil elements, and much more. This complete beginner's guide to wire wrapped jewelry includes 8 easy step-by-step projects for making stunning necklaces, pendants, brooches, hair pins, and earrings.

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Book Synopsis The exciting follow-up to the bestselling Harry Potter Knitting Magic, this volume offers 28 new and official patterns for knits ranging from spellbinding stuffed toys to cosy Hogwarts house apparel to all-new costume replicas – including bewitching projects inspired by the Fantastic Beasts films! Discover even more knitting magic with a brand-new collection of patterns inspired by the characters, creatures and artefacts of the wizarding world. Harry Potter Knitting Magic: More Patterns from Hogwarts and Beyond includes patterns for toys, apparel, and costume replicas pulled straight from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, all pictured in gorgeous colour photography. Projects: Knit yourself a mini sock garland that spells ‘Dobby Is Free’. Support your favourite team with a Hogwarts Quidditch Pullover. Channel the elegance of Professor McGonagall with the stunning Vero Verto Cape. Travel beyond Hogwarts to 1920s New York with projects inspired by the Fantastic Beasts films, including a gorgeous colourwork scarf inspired by Newt’s case, a mischievous stuffed Niffler and a sparkling Gigglewater Shawl. Copyright © 2021 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. WIZARDING WORLD characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. – WB SHIELD: © & ™ WBEI. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s21)Trade Review‘Irresistible’ -- The Oldie‘Tanis Gray has magicked up another fabulous book for knitting Harry Potter fans everywhere!’ -- Knit Now

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Book SynopsisCrochet 13 characters and accessories from the hit TV series with this kit!   Crochet your favorite characters and re-create iconic scenes from the beloved TV series with Friends Crochet. Included in this kit are an 80-page paperback book complete with photos and step-by-step instructions, as well as the materials needed to make the Thanksgiving turkey and the famous Central Perk orange couch. Additional project instructions show you how to crochet Rachel, Ross, Phoebe, Joey, Monica, Chandler, a coffee cup, Marcel the monkey, Phoebe’s guitar, and the chick and duck.

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Book SynopsisKaiva (Kai) Kaimins is the founder of the My Lady Garden flower studio in East London and host of the Flowers After Hours podcast. As well as offering bouquets and bridal services, My Lady Garden team have collaborated with restaurants and brands, including Gordos Pizzeria, Three Sheets, Top Cuvee and Whistles, alongside clients including Dior, Selfridges, Vogue, Swatch, Facebook, Neighbourhood Botanicals and Lily Allen x Womaniser.

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Book SynopsisAn informative guide to understanding and implementing the fundamentals of the Caro-Kann, the easy way. The Caro-Kann defence, named after the German chess players Horatio Caro and Marcus Kann, is notorious for its simple solidity and is a popular chess opening that players of all levels benefit from having in their arsenal. It is a firm favourite of grand masters past and present, including Karpov, Petrosian, Capablanca and Anand.This is the fifth book from International Master Thomas Engqvist, and it avoids overcomplicated details and endless computer variations, focusing instead on key variations of the Caro-Kann that can be committed to memory. Examining classic games to demonstrate key moves in action, Engqvist brings the defence to life and provides you with the knowledge you need to put strategy into practice.Trade Review‘A Relaxed and friendly read.’ British Chess Magazine James Pratt

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Book SynopsisDiscover the art of macrame with 11 projects perfect for the beginner and more advanced alike. Projects and techniques have fully illustrated step-by-step instructions that make learning macrame quick and stress free! With projects ranging from making a simple wall hanging that's great for a beginner to a useful market bag with T-shirt yarn for the more advanced crafter, this book will give the reader hours of creative fun and relaxation.

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Book SynopsisThe 1940s were an iconic period of women's dress history, with the familiar square shoulders, crepe tea dresses and seamed stockings paired with red lips, victory curls and head scarves. This book explains the period's sewing techniques and makes a range of 1940s outfits to recreate the look of those vintage years. With detailed step-by-step instruction and over 300 photographs, it captures the style of the time and explains the impact of wartime austerity on the cut and construction of women's dress.

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Book SynopsisThe 1940s was a decade of exciting and prolific knitting activity. Scarcity of wools and dyes produced imaginative but stylish designs. This classic pattern book , now in paperback for 2021, is a treasury of patterns, adapted for today's yarns and needles, that will appeal to all handknitters and to anyone interested in the period. Over fifty patterns are featured , ranging from twinsets to hats with a variety of stitches. Illustrations show the garments as advertised in the 1940s and as re-knitted for today's wear. Introductions to the patterns make this a unique book that will inform, inspire and delight.Trade ReviewThis wonderful book provides a window on the social history of the war years through a collection of vintage patterns that have been revised and re-knitted for the twenty-first century. A must-have book. * Knit Today *A treasure trove of vintage knitting patterns and original illustrations. There is something for everyone with items for men, women and children. * QueensOfVintage.com *Beautifully illustrated with original photos, cartoons and ads, this is an excellent book that will make you marvel at the ingenuity and skill of 1940s knitters. -- Reviewer - Knitting Magazine * Knitting Magazine *

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Book SynopsisDiscover the joy of painting, just like Bob Ross himself, with this one-of-a-kind miniature art set! Kit includes: Three pre-printed canvases with numbered sections including 2 of landscapes and 1 of Bob's famous face, each canvas measures approx. 3-1/8 x 2-3/4 inches 7 paint pots Miniature paint brush Miniature easel for displaying finished paintings Full-color, fold-out sheets with detailed painting instructions 32-page book on Bob Ross, including painting tips

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Book SynopsisConnecting Threads brings together twelve textile projects completed between 1981 and 2024. Each one acts as a social history document, providing tactile evidence of often untold stories of people on the margins, unexamined histories and overlooked places, all through stitch. The resulting work is both personal and political. It ranges from tiny colorful hand embroidered fragments recording everyday life in South London and Yorkshire, to monumental, site-specific banners made with construction workers in the north of England. As a collection it describes the author?s life in stitch and details how an artist-embroiderer works and thinks creatively, how projects are managed and take shape and some of the hurdles encountered in socially engaged practice. The projects described in this book encompass themes of identity and belonging, health and wellbeing, sustainability, community cohesion and social inequality, offering sensory testaments of life today. Unusually, in a career that has garnered international recognition, Setterington remains modest, committed to the next collaboration, the sharing of textile languages, the rituals of ordinary life.

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Book SynopsisEmbark on a stitching journey filled with bursts of vibrant hues, creative challenges, and a delightful parade of the cutest mini-critters from around the world! This easy-to-follow crochet guide features 23 whimsical micro-gurumi patterns of adorable tiny creatures from deserts, jungles, mountain habitats, and oceans. Bring this charming menagerie to life with full-color photos and detailed diagrams of each miniature animal?a fun book for amigurumi lovers of all skill levels.

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Book SynopsisWhich Christmas film do you love the most? Which Christmas film do you hate the most? What even counts as a Christmas film? Argue out all these questions and more before you even open the ultimate Christmas Day family game book. Because from Love Actually to Home Alone, It's a Wonderful Life and beyond, every family has its favourites. But how much can we really remember about those films we watch every single year? Packed full of tricky, fun and entertaining quiz questions, Quiz Actually will test you and your loved ones this Christmas on the movies we love to watch every year. Get ready to find out who really knows their Christmas crackers from their Christmas turkeys, and their Miracle on 34th Street from their Nightmare On Elm Street. It's time to separate the Die Hards from the try-hards with the ultimate festive family film trivia book. Over 750 questions and featured films include:Love, ActuallyHome AloneIt's a Wonderful LifeElfThe GrinchThe Nightmare Before ChristmasScroogedBridget Jones's DiaryHarry PotterThe HolidayDie Hard (yes)and many, many more!

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