Hobbies, Games & Quizzes Books
Insight Editions Friends: The One with the Crochet: The Official
Book SynopsisCrochet your favorite characters, iconic outfits, delightful décor, and more from the beloved sitcom, Friends!There’s nothing better than enjoying an activity with your friends! Gather yours and re-create iconic moments with this deluxe collection of over 25 official patterns for amigurumi, housewares, costume replicas, inspired apparel, and more both inspired by and pulled directly from the hit TV show, Friends. Featuring patterns for all skill levels, beautiful full-color photography, step-by-step instructions, and clearly presented charts and schematics, Friends: The One with the Crochet is the ultimate crocheter’s guide to the show that’s always been there for you. PROJECTS FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS: This comprehensive, officially licensed guide includes fun projects for every skill level and a wide range of stitches and techniques. STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS: Includes meticulous step-by-step instructions and easy-to-understand charts and schematics. 25+ ORIGINAL PATTERNS: More than 25 unique Friends-inspired patterns including patterns for amigurumi, housewares, costume replicas, inspired apparel and more. GORGEOUS PHOTOS: With beautiful full-color photography and iconic images from the show, this is the perfect way to celebrate Friends. COMPLETE YOUR FRIENDS COLLECTION: Also available are Friends: The Official Cookbook, Friends: The Official Central Perk Cookbook, Friends: The Official Recipe Journal, Friends: The Official Advent Calendar, Friends: Yellow Frame Softcover Notebook, and more!Trade ReviewA truly fun reference book for readers to use to make gifts for Friends lovers in their life or themselves * Library Journal *
£26.24
Tuttle Publishing Origami Paper 100 Sheets Chiyogami 6 15 cm
Book SynopsisThis origami paper pack contains 100 beautiful origami papers printed with colorful Chiyogami patterns. The handmade look of this paper was selected to enhance the creative work of modular origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains prints unique to this package, with coordinating solid colors on the back sides. This origami paper pack includes:100 sheets of high-quality origami paper12 unique designsOver 8 sheets of each designVibrant and bright colorsDouble-sided color6 x 6 inch (15 cm) sheetsInstructions for 5 easy origami projectsThere's enough paper here to create beautiful folded models, or put to a multitude of other creative uses from scrapbooking to designing a beautiful bullet journal!
£8.39
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Nature’s Magic: A Colouring Book of Healing
Book SynopsisCelebrate the wonder, wisdom and healing power of Mother Nature with 46 enchanting designs to colour. This book brings together the healing powers of the natural world. Inspired by remedies and rituals, each illustration shows creative combinations from nature’s apothecary – healing herbs, plants, flowers, animals and other natural elements, in imaginative compositions that reflect the fascinating history and folklore behind their use.From an ancient herbal theriac used to combat venomous bites, to a rose-petal love potion thought to bring companionship into your life, each illustration sits alongside text that explains the significance of each element. Nature’s Magic draws on a wealth of imagery and information from around the world.Also by Stratten Peterson:Mystic Animals 9781912785735 out nowLuna Colouring 9781912785971 publishing March 2024Also available in our Mind, Body and Spirit colouring series:Believe in Magic 9781912785308Astrology Colouring 9781912785537Tarot Colouring 9781912785544Mystic Animals 9781912785735Publishing in 2023:Crystal Colouring 9781912785926
£10.44
The Crowood Press Ltd Shaping Knitting
Book Synopsis
£22.50
C & T Publishing Creative Embroidery, Mixing the Old with the New:
Book SynopsisCreate unique projects with all types of embellishments — like lace, linens and hankies, trims and ribbons, buttons, and treasured pieces — with ideas, techniques, and a 100+ stitch library to inspire.Trade ReviewCreate unique projects with all types of embellishments such as lace, linens and hankies, trims and ribbons, buttons and treasured pieces. Embellish stashed treasures with techniques, ideas and a 100+ stitch library for inspiration. * Machine Knitting Monthly, July 2023 *
£999.99
The School of Life Press The Therapy Game: share and listen to each
Book SynopsisWhen we end up in a really good conversation with a friend, we sometimes pay them a slightly unusual but sincere compliment: we say that chatting to them feels like talking to a good therapist. What we tend to mean is that they’re giving us space to talk, they’re not interrupting us or pushing their own advice aggressively forward: they’re properly listening. This game cannot turn us into real therapists (that would take years of training). But like many good games (ones about flying or being a detective for example), it gives us a chance to try out, entertainingly but safely, one of the most interesting sides of a great profession. The Therapy Game offers us a rare opportunity to listen and speak to one another at truly fulfilling length and depth.
£23.40
The School of Life Press Travel Therapy: deepen and transform the
Book SynopsisGoing travelling can be one of life’s greatest activities – but often, we fail to deepen the experience as much as we should and return home with some of the promise of our trip unrealised. Here is a pack of cards designed to help us get the very best out of travel – and to embed its greatest lessons in our minds. The cards contain questions that we can reflect on ourselves (in a journal or on a train ride) or ask others in a group – and that lead us to think deeply about how we might derive maximal satisfaction from a trip. This is an ingenious, low-tech, high-impact solution to one of the great conundrums of travel: how to ensure that the reality of going away will match our hopes.
£15.30
Tuttle Publishing Anime & Manga Digital Coloring Guide: Choose the
Book SynopsisA color science expert's must-have coloring guide for manga and anime artists!Author Teruko Sakurai, Japan's leading colorist, applies her expert knowledge of color to drawing effective anime and manga. Starting with the basics, Sakurai shares her secrets on how to provide your characters and scenes with the right colors to accurately express their moods and actions. This all-in-one guide allows you to become a skilled colorist in just a few easy lessons.Here are just some of the key topics presented in this all-in-one handbook: How to select the right hair and eye colors to express the personality and mood of a character The basics of color theory and how to match the color palette of a scene with the story being told Color's role in conveying emotion— and the essential colors used to capture a particular mood Hundreds of palette color combinations and swatches with CMYK and RGB percentages This book shows you how to become a skilled digital colorist just by following a few simple guidelines—and how to refine your illustrations further using professional-level digital shading and coloration techniques. With hundreds of tips and sample palettes to refer to, Anime & Manga Digital Coloring Guide is a book every manga and anime artist will want to have!
£15.29
Search Press Ltd Granny Square Fashion
Book SynopsisMaster one granny square: create 15 different fashion looks.
£13.49
Rizzoli International Publications The Artistry of Flowers
Book SynopsisBring beauty in the form of nature into your home and your lifestyle, no matter where you live, through artful floral arrangements, as well as indoor and outdoor flowering plants.The Artistry of Flowers encourages everyone to live with florals and to appreciate their beauty as we appreciate art. Celebrated floral designer Gabriela Salazar teaches us how to look at flowers and understand their characteristics from an artist’s perspective. By exploring different shapes, colors, and textures, she shows us how to understand flowers and their living, transitory nature.Drawing on her painting background, Salazar looks at floral arrangements as compositions. She highlights which type of blooms are best for different designs and shares building blocks for floral designs ranging from simple and sculptural to complex and colorful, including arrangements for any mood and different decor. Salazar inspires us to explore our creativity, empowering us to design ourTrade Review"In this beautiful book, you will see numerous possibilities, just waiting for your extraordinary mind to go into play." —SPLENDID SASS "In Artistry of Flowers, celebrated floral designer Gabriela Salazar teaches readers how to look at floral arrangements from an artist’s perspective. Salazar highlights which types of flowers are best for different arrangements and shows the steps to building your own floral masterpiece." —VERANDA
£31.16
GMC Publications Knitted Flowers
Book SynopsisKnitted Flowers is a collection of 30 pretty projects to create floral displays, accessories and decorations from yarn.Show someone you care by giving them a bunch of flowers, but instead of the kind that will be past their best in a few days' time, why not knit them instead? With 30 beautiful blooms to choose from, including poppy, violet, gerbera, clematis and rose, there's sure to be a favourite for everyone. There are plenty of other ways you can enjoy these adaptable makes, too: create a flower garland, or use them to embellish cushion covers, brooch backs, hair slides or key rings. These charming projects will bring a smile to all who receive them, and will give you hours of pleasure when knitting them. With detailed colour photographs of each flower and clear instructions, it's never been easier to grab your knitting needles and turn your stash of yarn remnants into floral works of art.Projects include: poppy, violet, gerbera, clematis
£12.74
Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. Explorations with Collage
Book Synopsis
£25.59
Stackpole Books Learn to Crochet in 10 Easy Lessons
Book Synopsis
£18.04
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Contemporary Crochet: 35 Super-Easy Garments and
Book Synopsis‘Elevating crocheted granny squares to couture (and captivating her TikTok followers in the process) is something of a natural instinct for Liv Huffman.’ – Los Angeles Times ‘Crocheting and knitting are so hot right now. [Liv Huffman] is our crochet BFF!’ – Drew Barrymore Crochet your own stylish clothes and accessories with these 35 statement designs from TIKTOK sensation Liv Huffman @lilbittylivie. Liv Huffman is the creator of the hugely popular Harry Styles cardigan tutorial on YouTube and TikTok. Here, she shows you how to add handmade flair to your wardrobe, with 35 unique designs for crocheted clothes and accessories. The patterns include a stripy beanie hat, a hooded jumper, and a scallop-edged corset top, as well as the famous ‘Harry’ crocheted cardigan based on JW Anderson's knitted design. Deceptively simple to make, many of the projects are made up of basic granny squares. There is also a step-by-step techniques section which explains all the stitches you will need in a clear, approachable way. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced crocheter, you'll find plenty of inspiration to create your own wearable, beautiful pieces, and expand your skills as you learn how to adapt and personalise the designs.Trade ReviewChock-full of daring fashion choices and retro-inspired pieces - HGTV.com
£12.74
Ebury Publishing Bring Me The Head Of The Taskmaster: 101
Book SynopsisFastest wins. Your adventure starts now ... This is a race. It is not a race against the clock, because that would be a far easier race. Clocks can be fast, but clocks never win races. It's nearly always humans, sometimes horses, and occasionally dogs. This is a race against your fellow Taskmaster players. You are competing against everyone else who is reading this book. All you've got to do is find The Taskmaster's Head first. This is a race with many twists and turns, that requires very little running, much sideways thinking and quite a lot of patience. Thankfully, there will be a shedload of tasks along the way to distract you. There are tasks to do on your own, tasks to do with your family and friends, and tasks for bigger groups too. Some of these distractions may slow you down, but some may help you get where you need to go. As always, enjoy them, do your best, make good choices. So get going. Take on the tasks. All the information you need is in the book... Alex Horne, Taskmaster's Assistant
£12.34
Quality Chess UK LLP Playing 1.e4 e5: A Classical Repertoire
Book SynopsisEvery chess player needs a high-quality answer to1.e4, and there is nothing more reliable than 1...e5. Black stakes a claim inthe centre and prepares to deploy his pieces on good squares. The challengenowadays is to build a robust repertoire without being overwhelmed by the volumeof material and continual advances in opening theory.In Playing1.e4 e5 ? A Classical Repertoire, Nikolaos Ntirlis offers the best ofboth worlds: a complete repertoire against 1.e4, built on sound positionalprinciples, which does not require excessive memorization. Against the Spanishthe author recommends the Breyer System, one of the most stable, computer-proofoptions at Black''s disposal. The Scotch, Italian, Four Knights and variousother sidelines and gambits are handled with the same clarity and efficiency.
£17.99
The Crowood Press Ltd Figurative Painting with Collage
Book SynopsisCollage is an innovative and exciting technique that invigorates the artistic process through unusual associations and dislocated imagery. This practical book shows how collage can be used to portray the figure in new and challenging ways. Written for both novices and experienced artists, it explains the fundamental techniques used to manipulate different paints and collage, whilst encouraging experimentation and individual development.
£16.14
The Crowood Press Ltd Traditional Stickmaking
Book SynopsisStickmaking is an age-old craft that is just as absorbing and rewarding today as ever. This beautifully illustrated book describes some of the customs and practices used in traditional stickmaking. It encourages beginners to get started with a simple staff or thumb stick, but also explains advanced techniques, such as making sheep and cow horn handles, for the more experienced. Written with careful attention to detail by a prize-winning stickmaker, it is an essential guide to this fascinating craft.
£12.34
GMC Publications Pompom Crafts
Book SynopsisMaking pom poms is fantastic fun for all the family and these wonderfully easy pom-pom projects are sure to brighten up your day. Ideal to make as gifts for young and old alike, you can choose from 17 projects, including a little lamb, a cute puppy, a jolly snowman or a big, googly eyed spider. There's also a hanging mobile of planets. The book includes clear step-by-step instructions and a fully illustrated techniques section.
£5.99
Stackpole Books Lace Knit Shawls Sweaters Socks Hats
Book Synopsis
£20.69
Workman Publishing The Reverse Coloring Book™: Mindful Journeys: Be
Book SynopsisIt’s like meditation with a pen—with the colors set down you begin to make lines, lines that calm you, lines that inspire you, lines that absorb you, until the world, and your thoughts, fall away and all that’s left is a perfect flow of attention and concentration. It hardly matters what you make. It’s the act of making that liberates you from distraction and busyness. Each of the first two Reverse Coloring books—with over 205,000 copies in print in just a year—frees the imagination and encourages the user to be calm and creative. But Mindful Journeys takes it one step further with 50 new and original watercolors created specifically to promote mindfulness. Abstract compositions in calming blues and greens. A shower of circles that suggests the infinity of the sky. Swirls of flowery patterns that evoke mandalas. Spiritual symbols, like a yin-yang, a hamsa hand, a flaming heart. Watery waves, and a curling peacock feather. The possibilities are endless. Trace, sketch, doodle, shade, cover with dots or make a world of images. And lose yourself in time and space. Images in the book are printed on sturdy paper that’s single-sided and perforated. All you need is your favorite pen.
£14.31
Chessable The Checkmate Patterns Manual: The Killer Moves
Book Synopsis
£29.71
Random House USA Inc Animal Amigurumi Adventures Vol. 1: 15 Crochet
Book SynopsisMake cute animals with easy-to-follow crochet patterns. Lauren Espy, author of 2019's No. 1 bestselling amigurumi book, gives you easy-to-follow patterns so that you can quickly create the cutest amigurumi critters (crocheted stuffed toys). Detailed, step-by-step photos, alongside images of the full animal, will help you crochet creations as cute as what you see on the page. Animal Amigurumi Adventures: Volume 1 features: User-Friendly Instructions: Easy-to-follow patterns and guidance for the best tools (standard hook and common worsted weight yarn) to get started Step-by-Step Reference Photos: Detailed photographs of each step, as well as the finished product, to help guide you along with confidence Perfect Size: Each animal averages 7-10 inches in size, making them ideal to display or play with Patterns include: Jungle Animals like a sloth, toucan, and monkey Ocean Animals like a clownfish, crab, and orca whale Forest Animals like an owl, fox, and raccoon Trade Review"In her new book, Animal Amigurumi Adventures volume 1, Lauren Espy has created an adorable and fun collection of amigurumi designs, all very well explained and with lots of step-by-step pictures that will please crocheters of all levels. Lauren takes us on a wildlife journey through the ocean, the jungle, and finally, the forest, all inhabited by friendly and cute animals that guarantee to put a smile on your face. On this adventure, you will meet a funny clownfish, a colorful toucan, and even a wise owl, among many others. This book is an excellent addition to a crocheter’s collection that will keep you busy until volume 2 comes out!"-Andreia Ferreira, Amigurumi-Designer, Lemon Yarn Creations“Lauren’s third book is full of adorable animals that can be found in the ocean, jungle and forest! There are so many helpful and detailed process photos that provide plenty of guidance along the way, so that both beginners and experienced crocheters alike will be able to create their own amazing animal amigurumi!”-Stephanie Lau, All About Ami Crochet “Lauren has worked her magic again in this delightful Animal Amigurumi book. The refreshing simplicity of each design and the detailed instructions and photos make this book ideal for beginners while still providing more experienced crocheters tons of relaxing fun. With 15 adorable patterns to choose from you won’t want to put your hook down anytime soon!”-Holly Lanier Amigurumi Designer, Storyland Amis
£16.00
Martingale & Company Piece & Love: 11 Fun, Easy-To-Sew Quilts
Book Synopsis
£23.39
Anness Publishing Enchanted Circles: Flower Garlands, Swags and
Book Synopsis
£7.59
The Crowood Press Ltd The Handbook of Model-making for Set Designers
Book SynopsisThe Handbook of Model-making for Set Designers describes the entire process of making scale models for stage sets, from the most basic cutting and assembling methods to more advanced skills, including painting, texturing and finishing techniques, and useful hints on presenting the completed model. Many drawings and colour photographs of the writer's own work illustrate the text. Some state-of-the-art computerized techniques are described here for the first time in a book of this kind, including many ways in which digital techniques can be used in combination with the more traditional methods to enhance the model-maker's work. This book will be of use not only to theatre designers, but to anyone with an interest in scale models of any kind.
£19.00
The Crowood Press Ltd Creating Felt Pictures
Book SynopsisFeltmaking is a popular medium for craftsmen, but few have explored its potential as an art form. This new book demonsrates the exciting scope of pictorial feltmaking and explains how to create felt pictures with the depth and atmosphere usually associated with a graphite drawing or a watercolour painting. Written by a leading felt artist, it shows to work freely with the wool as if it were paint or a piece of charcoal.
£12.34
The Crowood Press Ltd CAD for the Workshop
Book SynopsisComputer-aided design (CAD) technology is essential for modern design and manufacture in the workshop. With software more practical, affordable and accessible than ever, there has never been a better time to learn how to get the most out of CAD. Whether you are new to using CAD or ready to try more advanced software, this practical guide gives a thorough introduction to the technology and how to greatly enhance design and manufacture in the workshop. Topics covered include: techniques for designing and making artefacts in the workshop (not restricted to any specific CAD software package); guidance on software selection and general functionality; an overview of the conventions of technical drawing and, finally, case studies demonstrating the application of different CAD techniques for a range of projects.
£14.24
New Shoe Press Welding for Beginners
Book SynopsisLearn to weld, step by step, with this beginner’s guide.Welding for Beginners, adapted from Stephen Blake Christena’s Learn to Weld, has culled the absolute basics that are required to build a successful welding hobby and illustrated them in these pages. Both practical and inspiring, this book teaches you the basic equipment you will need, setting up your work area, techniques for beginners with project ideas for practicing your skills, dos and don’ts, and welding safety. If you are inexperienced and want to start out strong—whether working in a home workshop, school workshop, blacksmith shop, or auto shop—this is the perfect reference. The projects illustrate the basic foundation techniques that every welder needs to know, while also helping you tackle problems and fix mistakes as well as shortcuts and level ups. Photographs and illustrations teach welding and clear, c
£11.69
New Shoe Press Super Easy Quilting for Beginners
Book Synopsis
£11.04
GMC Publications Knitted Farm Animals
Book SynopsisThis title comes from the bestselling UK author of "Knitted Wild Animals". "Knitted Farm Animals" contains a fabulous range of adorable animals, each with its own distinct and humorous character. This attractive collection of original designs is created with strong contemporary colours and durable, child-friendly yarn. New knitters need not worry; all the 15 patterns are clearly laid out alongside a comprehensive techniques section covering all the necessary know-how and a beautiful photographic gallery showcasing each animal.
£12.74
Annie's Publishing, LLC Sleepytime Blankies: 8 Darling Designs!
Book SynopsisKeep your little one warm and cozy with these eight darling knitted baby blankets. Blankets range in size from 30 x 45 inches (76 x 114 cm) to 42 x 42 inches (107 x 107 cm). Six blankets are made using worsted-weight yarn, 1 DK-weight yarn and 1 bulky-weight yarn.
£7.59
Everyman Chess Beating Unusual Chess Defences: 1 E4: Dealing
Book SynopsisAnyone who plays 1 e4 as White must be prepared not only for Black's main defences but also an assortment of less popular lines. These, when taken together, represent a significant percentage of the replies you can expect to meet when opening 1 e4. Dealing with these slightly offbeat variations is often a daunting task, especially since your opponents are likely to be specialists in these lines and therefore know them inside out. This book provides the perfect solution. International Master Andrew Greet gets to grips with each of these tricky openings. He identifies how to exploit their weaknesses whilst avoiding their strengths, thus constructing a practical and dependable repertoire for White. This book covers everything a 1 e4 player needs to know about facing these defences. Written by a renowned opening expert, this book features full of original ideas and analysis. It is ideal for improvers, club players and tournament players.
£16.14
Everyman Chess The Scotch Game
Book SynopsisYelena Dembo takes a modern-day look at the Scotch Game, providing thorough coverage of the critical main lines and studying the key tactical and positional ideas for White and Black.Trade Review"Dembo and Palliser each enjoy a reputation for being particularly conscientious authors. This latest tandem effort will only enhance this. Everything Scotch players from club level to Grandmaster need is accurately presented up to the end of 2010. Highly recommended" John Donaldson jeremysilman.com "I recommend it wholeheartedly for serious players who get the Scotch in their games." Glenn Flear New in Chess Yearbook
£999.99
Galison Gray Malin The Beachside 3In1 Puzzle Set
Book Synopsis
£999.99
Galison Jonathan Adler Bargello 1000 Piece Panoramic
Book Synopsis Jonathan Adler is a design company that creates luxe and livable interiors and chic products that are synonymous with modern American glamour. The Jonathan Adler Bargello 1000 Piece Panoramic Puzzle includes the wonderfully bright Bargello theme from Adler’s successful Now House Infinity line. Galison puzzles are packaged in matte-finish sturdy boxes, perfect for gifting, reuse, and storage. • 1000 Pieces, Ribbon Cut • Box: 14 x 5 x 2.75', 355 x 127 x 70mm, Puzzle: 39 x 14', 990 x 356mm • Includes Puzzle Insert with Puzzle Image • Minimal Puzzle Dust • Puzzle greyboard contains 90% recycled paper. Packaging contains 70% recycled paper and is made responsibly from FSC-certified material. Printed with nontoxic inks.
£19.55
Rockridge Press The Ultimate Relationship Journal for Couples:
Book Synopsis
£999.99
Mixed Media Resources Begin to Draw People: Simple Techniques for
Book SynopsisBestselling how-to-draw author Christopher Hart here taps into his vast experience to prove that anyone can depict the human body. Chris has carefully designed his step-by-step instructions so that they're accessible to absolute beginners, especially kids 12 and up. His simplified, yet detailed, guidance covers drawing the head and body of men, women and children in a wide variety of facial features, expressions, styles and poses. Learn to capture the many personalities and activities of people in everyday life, from firefighters, doctors, soldiers and students to swimmers, skateboarders, gymnasts and even daydreamers. A quick look through this book will make it clear to any aspiring artist that you can learn to draw, quickly and easily - and love every step along the way!
£12.79
Mango Media Practical Pottery: 40 Pottery Projects for
Book SynopsisCrafting Pottery for Daily Use“… a great reference book for pottery basics, particularly if you’ve started throwing on a wheel, or are thinking you might want to.” ―Jackie Keer, Splash Magazines#1 Bestseller in Pottery & Ceramics and Sculpture and #1 Most Wished for in Pottery & Ceramic CraftIt’s never too late to pick up a new hobby, especially when you have an introduction to pottery guide this simple to get you started.The joy of making pottery. You don’t have to know everything about the complicated chemistry behind making pottery to enjoy it! Potter and entrepreneur Jon Schmidt takes us back to the basics, offering an introduction to pottery and a guide to creating functional pieces, along with insights into the business side of creating and selling your art.Focus on functionality. While pottery pieces can be detailed and intricate, Schmidt finds the beauty in more practical pieces. From mugs to bowls, Schmidt shows us a host of functional pieces that we can create using our very own hands. Learn how you can craft beautiful pieces for daily use, and potentially profit from them.Ideas for beginners to experienced throwers. Beginner or accomplished thrower, you’ll find endless possibilities for making beautiful works of functioning art with your own hands.Inside find: A guide for getting started in pottery and ceramics that doesn’t require expensive equipment, clay, and glazes Numerous tips and tricks for creating functional pottery, such as mugs, bowls, plates, teapots, beer steins, and more! Projects that push you to craft functional art and turn your work into bonus income Readers of Amazing Glaze, Complete Pottery Techniques, or Potter’s Bible will love Jon Schmidt’s Practical Pottery.
£17.09
Batsford Ltd Stitch Stories: Personal places, spaces and
Book SynopsisThe events of your life, from local walks to exotic trips, can provide endless inspiration for textile art. This inspiring book shows you how to record your experiences, using sketchbooks, journals and photography, to create personal narratives that can form a starting point for more finished stitched-textile pieces. Acclaimed textile artist and teacher Cas Holmes, whose work is often inspired by her life and the journeys she makes, helps you find inspiration through your own life and explains how to record what you see in sketchbooks and journals, which can often become beautiful objects in themselves. She explains how you can use photography, both as documentation and as inspiration, and sometimes incorporate it into the work itself, along with found objects and ephemera. Throughout the book are useful techniques that can be harnessed to add extra interest to your work, such as methods for making layered collages, how to 'sketch' with stitch, and advice on design and colour. If you want to create beautiful, unique work inspired by your life and travels, this is the perfect book for you.
£21.80
Fox Chapel Publishing Whittling in Your Free Time
Book SynopsisIn continuation of the bestselling 20-Minute Whittling Projects, author, whittling artist, carving teacher, and Woodcarving Illustrated contributor Tom Hindes brings you 16 more fast, easy, and fun whittling projects to complete in just one short sitting! With step-by-step instructions, high-quality photography, and a focus on the beginner-friendly flat-plane style of whittling, you'll carve a variety of safari, aquatic, woodland, farm, and domestic animals. Progressing from very simple to more challenging, each project is meant to encourage you along the rewarding and relaxing path of whittling and build your skills. Whether you're new to whittling or have been doing it for years and want to try a new method, this book is the go-to resource to keep on carving!
£9.49
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Crochet Know-How: Techniques and Tips for All
Book SynopsisA complete guide to the stitches, techniques and finishing touches that every crocheter needs to know. Whether you are just learning to crochet, or you are seldom separated from your hook and yarn, there will always be times when you need instruction – or just a reminder – on a particular technique or stitch, and even the most experienced crocheter may not know all the tips and wrinkles included here. Crochet Know-How has step-by-step instructions accompanied by clear colour artworks, showing you how to do everything from basic double and treble crochet, to increasing and decreasing, working in the round and in spirals, and changing colour. If you want to know how to get started, everything from making a slip stitch and working out your tension to blocking your finished make is covered. For more experienced makers, useful tips on making raised stitches, creating bobbles and clusters, and creating ribbing in crochet will all help you achieve a perfect finish to your makes.
£11.69
Sixth and Spring Books Nicky Epstein Knitted Flowers
Book Synopsis
£13.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Judge Dredd Helter Skelter The Dark Judges
Book SynopsisThe barrier between worlds has shattered. Now, the Dark Judges have returned to exact judgement on Mega-City One.The city is guilty. The crime is life. The sentence is death.The Dark Judges can be played as a team in any game of Helter Skelter, or one player can face off against them in a solo game.Requires a copy of Judge Dredd: Helter Skelter to play.Number of players: 1-4Ages: 14+Playing time: 30-60 minutesComponents: 4 miniatures, 5 oversized cards, 39 playing cards, tokens
£999.99
The Crowood Press Ltd Colour Light Signalling for Model Railways
Book SynopsisDespite modern appearances, colour light signalling has been around since the 1920s and is just as full of subtle details and variations as 'traditional' semaphore signalling. The inclusion of a working signalling system within a model railway layout is technically challenging but adds realism and 'wow' factor. This new book contains a brief history of the development and deployment of colour light signalling in the UK; a basic explanation of how track design influences signalling design; an overview of the different types of point motor and, finally, descriptions of the different components that make up a signalling system and how these components are used and controlled. It is an extensive guide to developing and adding realistic colour light signalling to a model railway layout.
£17.99
Soho Publishing Cardis & Jackets to Crochet
Book SynopsisLooking for something extra special? Our beautiful collection of cardis and jackets are just the ticket. Each design is figure-flattering, whether you prefer short and sweet, longer looks or belted jackets. Choose to crochet a simple stitch, lace or mesh look! Sizes range from small to extra-large. All projects are lovingly made in Red Heart yarns.
£5.99
Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale Go Fish: A Card Game
Book Synopsis
£14.04
The Crowood Press Ltd Designing and Making Glass Jewellery
Book SynopsisGlass can add an unusual and ethereal quality to a piece of jewellery. Its transparency, colour and unpredictability make glass a unique material to work with, but it also presents its own challenges. This book introduces the techniques of working with glass to jewellers, and explains how to decide which is the most suitable approach for your design. It covers specific properties of glass, tips for design and ideas for assembling a piece. Hot forming - includes fusing, casting and pate de verre, as well as lampworking. Cold forming - explains how to shape a piece of glass and then bond pieces together Decorative - explains how to embellish your pieces, from painting to photography transfers and metal leaf inclusions. It is a practical guide but, with a wealth of stunning finished pieces, and also provides inspiration for jewellers of all experiences.Trade ReviewI would highly recommend Designing and Making Glass as a 'go to' reference book for beginner glass makers and jewellers. -- Nicky Lawrence * Findings Magazine of The Association of Contemporary Jewellery *
£9.49