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Book Synopsis If you had to wear somebody''s guts for garters - if you had to - who would you disembowel in order to facilitate your socks staying up?What do you consider your median achievement?Would you rather have pubic hair made of unremovable barbed wire or to be attacked by a rabid badger in your sleep once a week?We''ve all been there. Stuck at a boring family party, on an awkward date, in a below-par job interview, or any number of other situations in which conversation has become more of a trickle than a flow. Well, fear the excruciation no more, as Richard Herring''s EMERGENCY QUESTIONS is about to change your life. Containing 1,001 conversation starters from one of our most cherished comedians, along with plenty of answers from the many household names who''ve appeared on his podcast, this book is virtually guaranteed to remove any social anxiety from your life, and will raise your repartee-game to new heights.Trade ReviewThis book is very funny. And a social lifesaver. I'm definitely going to use it for my next awkward conversation with Richard Herring -- Sarah MillicanWould you rather read this book cover to cover every day for the rest of your life, or never read again? We would take the former, because it's the stupidest funniest book of the stupidest funniest questions we've ever read -- Elis James and John RobinsGuaranteed to get a conversation started . . . even if it ends up being a conversation about your weird taste in books -- Dave GormanThank god and all her sisters for Richard Herring, leaving no turnable stone unimagined with these iceberg breakers -- Al MurrayI am involved in emergency situations on a daily basis, with Richard's book I can avoid the majority turning into crisis -- Bob MortimerRichard Herring bullied me into claiming this book, which I haven't yet read, is brilliant -- Charlie BrookerPerhaps if Michael Parkinson had asked Mohammad Ali if he'd ever seen a Bigfoot he might be remembered as a great interviewer. Instead it is Richard Herring who has perfected the art of creating funny, interesting and offensive questions that will supercharge even the dullest encounter -- Adam BuxtonRidiculously funny and (unexpectedly) genuinely useful -- Adam Kay author of This is Going to HurtA perfect way to pretend you're interested in people you're not that interested in -- Kathy BurkeMost of this book is pointless filth, all of it is hilarious, and my answer to question 715(a) is "Yes thank you and it was very tasty" -- Dawn FrenchWith this hysterical book, you will once again become the heart and soul of any gathering without having to take your trousers off or write self-loathing apology texts the next day -- Rufus HoundOf all the clever people I know, Richard is the stupidest. And of all the stupid people I know, Richard is the cleverest. That's why this is such a brilliant book for everyone -- Richard Osman

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Book SynopsisMake your own collection of irresistibly cute knitted animals in soft, fleecy yarn. This gorgeous knitting book for knitters of all abilities by Sachiyo Ishii contains 20 lovely projects including a baby penguin, a koala bear, a guinea pig and a squirrel. All the projects are accompanied by clear, easy-to-follow patterns and photography. There is a useful page of basic techniques at the start of the book, including making up, stuffing, and simple, decorative surface stitching. These lovely mini knits are all bursting with character and feel extra soft and snuggly. All the projects are exquisitely designed and very easy to make. They make perfect gifts and will delight young and old alike.Trade ReviewLove the 20 to make series, especially the knit and crochet ones. Couldn't wait to receive this one. A great assortment of easy to make patterns, love the fact that the body and legs are knitted in one. Each project uses small amounts of yarn, so great for using up odd balls. Didn't have any fleecy dk, so just used normal dk, pets looked just as cute. Particularly like the Penguin, currently making the Robin, never too early to start for Christmas. Not so keen on the bunny, but that's probably my fault, mine looks more like a lamb, but is still cute! Would definitely recommend if wanting quick, easy and very cute toys for very little cost. -- Stella Swaine * Customer review *What a great book. The instructions are really clear and the animals are so cute. They will be great for our craft group as they can be done in a session and the grandkids will love them too. Sachiyo Ishii does great designs. Thank you to her and search Press for another amazing book. -- Wendy Sawyer * Customer review *Great book! Easy to follow instructions. Cute and simple to follow designs. -- Samantha Ripley O'Donnell * Customer review *These wonderful books are just crammed with projects that any animal fan will love. Cats, Chicks, Fox, and a fabulous Otter are just some of the creations designed by the brilliant Sachiyo Ishii. The amount of information that comes with the book is amazing and ensures that any knitter, no matter what your ability will be able to make any project from this book. I loved them all, although being a cat fan that had to be my first project. The designs are small, standing just 6in tall, depending on the pet, and the best thing is, that you can use your scrap stash to make them. They all use just a small amount of yarn. With full instructions and a complete abbreviation guide, Pocket Pets is set out perfectly. There are descriptions for adding beads, embroidery ideas and more than a few techniques to get the best from your knitting. This is a wonderful book. I absolutely adored it. -- Tracy Shephard * Postcard Reviews *This lovely book will be very useful for making small gifts and items for sales tables. I look forward to trying these designs with primary school children who I have been teaching to knit on a voluntary basis since 2011. I may need to adapt the wool because I suspect the fleece yarn might be difficult for the children to need. I intend to try out the designs ASAP. -- Jacqui Dove * Customer review *This book is great for knitters who like making small pets. -- Pauline Pritchard * Customer review *The '20 to' series are great value for money and I have knitted patterns from this designer before so I had high hopes for this book. I wasn't disappointed, all the designs are lovely and only use small amounts of yarn. I had some white fleecy yarn left from a previous project so I had a go at making a mouse. The pattern was really easy to follow and my son is very pleased with his new pocket pet. I think knitters of all abilities will enjoy this book, although complete beginners might want to practice with the fleecy yarn first as it can be a little trickier to see the stitches. -- Nicola Urmenyi * Customer review *Priced at £4.99, 20 To Knit: Pocket Pets features a range of patterns for quick and easy fleece yarn makes. Written by Sachiyo Ishii, it's ideal for knitters of all abilities. Projects include a penguin, koala, guinea pig and squirrel and there's a handy techniques section with details on making up, stuffing and decorative surface stitching. * Craft Focus *Table of ContentsIntroduction 4 Knitting know-how 6 Polar Bear 8 Chicks 10 Koala Bear 12 Fox 14 Teddy Bear 16 Guinea Pig 18 Mouse 20 Baby Penguin 22 Mr & Mrs Hamster 24 Bunny 26 Otter 28 Owl 30 Hedgehog 32 Squirrel 34 Seal Pup 36 Robin 38 Raccoon 40 Fat Cat 42 Puppy 44 Duck & Ducklings 46

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Book SynopsisFinally back in print, this second edition of the Mouse Guard Roleplaying Game Box Set contains everything players need to know about the world of the Guard, including rules for forming patrols and leading missions into the beleaguered territories. This second edition of the Origins Award-winning game contains new art, additional Action, Weapon, and Condition cards, and a revised and updated rule book.

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Book SynopsisLearn crazy quilting, the ultimate art of hand embroidery and embellishment. Nothing shows off beautiful stitching and embellishments like the blank canvas of a crazy quilt. Jenny Clouston's gorgeously illustrated primer shows you how to make your own heirloom crazy quilts. Learn which fabrics, threads, and needles to use; how to piece crazy quilt blocks; how to embroider with thread, ribbons, beads, and other embellishments; how to assemble your blocks into a finished quilt; and more. Trade ReviewMay 14 Crazy quilting can be very free-form and experimental, but there are some essential fundamental techniques which can be finicky and hard to master. Jennifer Clouston's book attempts to demystify the processes involved, and does so very successfully. An interesting potted overview of crazy quilting leads on to effective guides on materials, foundation piecing and seam treatment, and also a rather brilliant idea for storing scissors and thimbles for easy access, which we won't give away here... There's an almost forensic dissection of the constituent parts and techniques for many blocks, accompanied by some excellent, detailed photographs, that will prove extremely instructive and informative for quilters of all levels. Overall the book is a good exploration of a sometimes overlooked, but nevetheless fascinating, area of quilting. * Popular Patchwork *Table of ContentsContents [Chapter title] Acknowledgements Introduction A Brief History of Crazy Quilting Choosing Fabrics and Foundation Piecing Choosing Fabrics Foundation Piecing Requirements for each Crazy Hexagon Method Seam Treatment Requirements Basic Sewing Supplies Needles Threads, Requirements Silk Ribbon Requirements Beading Requirements Embellishing Requirements Crazy Hexagons Hexagon 1 Hexagon 2 Hexagon 3 Hexagon 4 Hexagon 5 Hexagon 6 Hexagon 7 Hexagon 8 Hexagon 9 Hexagon 10 Hexagon 11 Hexagon 12 Hexagon 13 Hexagon 14 Hexagon 15 Hexagon 16 Hexagon 17 Hexagon 18 Hexagon 19 Hexagon 20 Hexagon 21 Hexagon 23 Hexagon 24 Hexagon 25 Embroidery Stitch Dictionary Single Feather Stitch Double or Multiple Feather Stitch Straight Feather Stitch Knotted Feather Stitch Herringbone Stitch Whipped Herringbone Stitch Chevron Stitch Detached Chain - Lazy Daisy Chain Stitch Whipped Chain Stitch Lazy Daisy/Bullion Combination Stitch Weather Stitch Zig Zag Stitch Chain Feather Stitch Fly Stitch Stab or Straight Stitch Fern Stitch Colonial Knot Stitch Pistil Stitch Stem Stitch Blanket Stitch Closed Blanket Stitch Open Blanket Stitch Blanket Stitch Fan or Pinwheel Stitch Up and Down Blanket Stitch Cretan Stitch Whipped Spider's Web Stitch Bullion Knot Stitch Alternating Chain Stitch Cretan and Herringbone Stitch Combination Stitch Silk Ribbon Stitch Dictionaries Threading and Knotting Stitch Threading the Needle Stitch Knotting the Ribbon Stitch Fastening Off Stitch Stab Stitch Twisted Stab Stitch Bent Stab Stitch Whipped Stab Stitch Padded Stab stitch Whipped Chain Stitch Ribbon Stitch Padded Ribbon Stitch Loop Stitch Loop Stitch Bud Plume Stitch Ruched Roses Stitch Coral Stitch Curling Backstitch Stitch Spider Web Rose Stitch Loop Stitch with Colonial Knot Bead Stitch Detached Chain Stitch Bullion Detached Chain Stitch Fishbone Stitch Fern Stitch Split Stitch Beading Instructions A Few Points to Keep in Mind Single Bead Beaded Backstitch Beaded Sequin Beaded pointed Petal Beaded Rounded Petal Bugle and Seed Bead Chain Beaded Tassel Bugle Fan Sequin Fun Bugle Bead Leaf Beaded Chain Beaded Grape Beaded Bee Beaded Feather Upright Bugle Bead Beaded Forget-me-not Beaded Daisy Daisy Chain Freeform Bead Cluster Inspects, Webs and Miscellaneous Embroidery Instructions Dragonfly Spider Round Spider Web Straight Spider web Agapanthus Fushia Detached Chain Butterfly Delphinium Small Beaded Bee with Organza Ribbon Leaves Tiny Beaded Bee Silk Ribbon Bee Detached Chain Ribbon Butterfly Loop Stitch butterfly Ribbon Stitch and Fly Stitch Combination Rose Buds Detached Chain Bud Colonial Knot Bud Embellishment Instructions Buttons Plain Buttons Tied Buttons Bow Buttons Single Bead Button Simple Beaded Button Upright Bugle Beads and Beaded Tassel Beaded Pointed Petal Button Button Cluster Layered Button Stab Stitch Couching Knotted Couched Ribbon Couched Bow Couched Ribbon Garland Charms Couched Braid or Trim Ric Rac String of Beads Freeform Flower with Beads Center Ruched Slik Ribbon Garland Finishing and Joining the Hexagons Requirements for the Completion and Joining of the Hexagon Method Gallery Crazy Quilts Crazy Wall Hangings Crazy bags Crazy Trinket Box Indian Work About the Author

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Book SynopsisWait until you get your hands on this rugged paper that looks, feels, and wears like leather, but sews, cuts, and washes just like fabric. kraft-tex is supple, yet strong enough to use for projects that get tough wear. Use it to bring an exciting new texture to your craft-sewing projects, mixed-media arts, and bookmaking. Color may vary slightly between rolls. Play with it! Sew it, stamp it, draw on it, fold it, inkjet print it Durable enough for totes, belts, wallets, book covers, luggage tags, and more The fiber-based texture softens and crinkles with handling and washing. 19 x 10 yards bolt in natural, unwashed colour.

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Book Synopsis10,000 questions in over 300 individual quizzes make up this superb book, containing a wealth of fascinating information on a huge variety of subjects perfect for quiz aficionados, divided by difficulty level and subject matter. Many of the quizzes are themed, along the classic lines of music, sport, geography, politics, entertainment etc. but there are also more specialist subjects such as DIY, Law and Order, Country & Western, and JK Rowling. Pot-luck quizzes with a mix of all subjects are also included to keep you on your toes. A section at the rear of the book also gives tips and advice on how to host your own quiz at home, at the pub, or any place keen quizzers congregate.

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Book SynopsisSock yarn isn't just for socks anymore! Veteran knitter Judith Durant presents 101 original projects that can be created from just a single skein of sock yarn, including adorable baby clothes, warm hats, beautiful scarves, and even a dog sweater. A quick and creative way to use up leftovers, many of these projects knit up in less than three hours. Adapted from designs contributed by yarn shops and crafters from throughout North America, knitters of all types will delight in these fun and stylish creations.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the colorful joys of hand dyeing your own yarn and fleece. It’s easy, fun, and can be done right in your own kitchen! Self-taught dyer Gail Callahan shows you a variety of simple techniques to turn plain, outdated, or leftover yarn into vibrant “new” fibers using ovens, crockpots, frying pans, and other standard kitchen equipment. Detailed advice on color theory, self-striping, “grocery store” dyes, and handmade multicolor skeins make successful dyeing a cinch, even for complete beginners.

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Book SynopsisFluid, fast and expressive life drawing starts here. Step by step, you'll learn to render fleeting gestures from memory, capture expressions simply and quickly, give your drawing a life of its own with body language, and more. Along the way you'll develop a more spontaneous approach for successfully working from life. The skills you learn from this book are so fundamental that every artist will find something in these useful lessons for making the most of all the inspiration that life has to offer.Table of ContentsA comprehensive course on drawing from life, based on classic principles Essential techniques for drawing gesture, figures, clothing, expression, body language and more Lots of exercises that bring lessons to life

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Book SynopsisWith comprehensive instruction and artist tips and tricks, Beginning Acrylic is the perfect resource for aspiring painters just getting started in this colorful medium.Beginning Acrylic teaches aspiring artists everything they need to know to get started painting in acrylic. From showing how to choose the right paper, brushes, and paints to basic painting tips and techniques, this beginner’s guide to acrylic painting is bursting with valuable exercises and advice to help artists master this colorful and approachable medium. This book guides beginners through an exploration of acrylic painting with easy-to-understand concepts and step-by-step methods, including how to paint a variety of skies, trees, mountains, roads, clouds, and waterscapes from start to finish. Building on these basic, fundamental techniques, novice artists can practice their craft with step-by-step painting projects that are broken down and explained with large, detailed images and examples. ​From the first brushstroke to the finishing touch, let Beginning Acrylic guide you as you begin your artistic journey in acrylic painting. The Portfolio series covers essential art techniques, core concepts, and media with an approach and format that’s perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists.Also available from the series:Beginning Drawing, Beginning Watercolor, Beginning Pastel, Beginning Colored Pencil, Beginning Color Mixing, Expressive Painting, Beginning Color Mixing, Beginning Pen & Ink, and Beginning Composition.Trade ReviewAcrylic paint is an agreeable, user-friendly medium. The same could be said for Beginning Acrylic. The brilliant cover draws the reader in, and the pleasing illustrations hold the learner's interest. Ms. Gertsch provides relevant instruction on color, the art elements and principles and a number of acrylic mediums...a blessing to beginners. * Arts & Activities *

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Book SynopsisSewing secrets for getting the most from your serger. If you own a serger, or are contemplating getting one, then you'll want to learn all the techniques, tips, and tricks for mastering this specialized sewing machine. Sewing Essentials: Serger Techniques, an instructional guidebook and DVD workshop combo, is about to take your skill to the max. Thoroughly covered in a book and DVD package. Read the informative guidebook for detailed yet easy-to-follow written steps, accompanied by over 200 vivid photographs. Watch the DVD as popular instructor and sewing expert Pamela Leggett demystifies the serger, making it more fun to use. And then see what you'll create! In no time, this double-whammy approach will have you navigating your serger like a pro. Go way beyond basic raw-edge clean ups Learn spool-threading secrets – the elixir for successful serger use! Adjust tension and control the fabric feed Sew basic stitches and seams, lickety-split Use flatlock stitching to secure heavy fabric Embellish with decorative stitching Create heirloom-quality pintucks and ruffles And more! Build or hone this impressive sewing skill and put it to use right away. Basically, a serger trims the seam and encloses the seam allowance or edge of the fabric, inside a thread casing, all in one step. Once you get the hang of it, you'll marvel that you ever sewed without the multi-tasking capabilities of this machine! Whether you're a beginner or have sewing experience, Sewing Essentials: Serger Techniques will give you the confidence to do more with the serger than you ever thought possible. Even experienced sewers will love the professional techniques, shortcut tips, and insider tricks packed into this must-have reference.

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Book SynopsisThis large-size colouring book collects key pages and scenes from the original best-selling manga series and re-formats tham for the adult colouring market. Complete with a striking new cover!

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Book SynopsisDot-to-dot puzzles have long been a popular activity for generations, with the opportunity to while away the hours uncovering hidden pictures. This new book takes simple join-the-dot art to the next level with 20 puzzles featuring world-famous buildings. Intricate, challenging and rewarding to finish, the puzzles range from 304 to 1009 dots and will have you transfixed as you progress from dot to dot to see what you have drawn.

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Book SynopsisDot-to-dot puzzles have long been a popular activity for generations, with the opportunity to while away the hours uncovering hidden pictures. This fabulous new book takes simple join-the-dot art to the next level with 20 puzzles of famous works of art to complete. Intricate, challenging and rewarding to finish, the puzzles range from 250 to 1060 dots and will have you transfixed as you progress through the dots to see what you have drawn.

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Book SynopsisThis title offers 75 imaginative designs to make, that is shown in 500 stunning photographs. It includes practical projects for beautiful and original greetings cards, gift wrap, boxes, gift tags, wallets, invitations and matching envelopes. There are 75 unique designs for every occasion including new baby, congratulations, thank you, get well, and more. More than 500 step-by-step photographs show in detail how each project should look at every stage - with concise instructions and templates for every design. You can try out a range of simple craft techniques - beadwork, embroidery, silk painting, printing, painting, papercraft, stamping, pressing flowers and embossing foil. It includes ideas and suggestions for cards to suit every taste, from a cute dog's face for a child's birthday to a pretty lace pram to celebrate the arrival of a new baby. Here is the ultimate book of greetings cards to make, perfect for the complete beginner as well as more advanced crafters looking for new inspiration and techniques to add style and individuality to their own hand-crafted card designs. Each design has a timeless classic quality, with ideas for birthdays, weddings and anniversaries, as well as cards just to keep in touch. There are all kinds of papercraft skills to try including stacking and layering papers to creative effect, quilling, decoupage, papercuts and more. Whoever the recipient, a beautiful handmade card adds to the sense of occasion, and is a token to be cherished.

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Book SynopsisIf you long to knit stunning fair isle jumpers and brightly coloured blankets for your home this is the perfect book. Learn all the techniques for how to start knitting with colour and create 16 really desirable projects as you learn.Table of ContentsIntroduction to Knitting with Colour Choosing Colours Yarn and Tools Reading Charts STRIPES Marled Scarf Chevron Blanket Striped Socks Illusion Cushion SLIPPED STITCHES Brick Stitch Washcloths Linen Stitch Bag Mosaic Mittens Thorn Stitch Shawl STRANDED COLOURWORK Monochrome Mittens Graphic HatChunky Ombre Hat Steeked Mug Cosy INTARSIA Tassel Bunting DOUBLE KNITTING Reversible Cowl MODULAR KNITTING Log Cabin Blanket ENTRELAC Variegated Wrap TECHNIQUES Abbreviations Getting Started Knit and Purl Stitches Basic Knitting Techniques Advanced Knitting Techniques Finishing Suppliers Thanks About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisTurn your garden into a haven for your feathered friends with this book of simple and attractive bird houses to make and make over. Setting up a bird house in your garden will provide birds with a place to rest and raise their young, and will also add a touch of colour and style. . Only basic woodworking and crafting skills, materials and tools are needed. . There are easy-to-follow step-by-step photography and instructions throughout, and there are diagrams where required to help ensure your measurements are accurate. . Several variations are given for different parts of the bird house so that you have even more options to choose from. . Chapters cover: building a basic box, roof styles, roof treatments, wall treatments, doors, windows and other features, painting and finishing, base treatment and mounting your bird house. One basic bird house can be made into something unique, depending on the combination of features you choose and how you paint and finish it. AUTHOR: Woodworker and journalist Alan Goodsell has written extensively on woodworking and tools for a range of magazines including the highly acclaimed Woodturning magazine, The Router, and Furniture & Cabinetmaking (GMC Publications). Alan lives in Florida. SELLING POINTS: . Suitable to those with basic woodworking skills. . Clear step-by-step photos and diagrams guide you through the construction process. . One basic bird house that can be made in over 100 different styles.

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Book SynopsisThe Andy Warhol 500 Piece Puzzle from Galison features a print from Warhol's iconic Flowers series (1970). Galison puzzles are packaged in matte-finish sturdy boxes, perfect for gifting, reuse, and storage.

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Book SynopsisColoring is greatbut it's even better when you color uplifting messages that brighten your mood and lift your spirits! Popular teacher and writer Thaneeya McArdle proves that that art is fun with infectious enthusiasm and a quirky sense of humor that make coloring a treat. Loaded with positive messages and motivating words, her amazing sequel to Good Vibes Coloring Book will take you to a happy place of coloring. It includes handy guides to coloring techniques like patterning, combinations, and shading. Guided Coloring Pages make coloring easy for beginners, with beautifully colored examples and ready-to-use color palettes. Perfect for decorating with all of your favorite coloring implements, each design is printed on one side only of archival-grade, acid-free, 200-year paper. Perforated pages detach easily for gifting or display. This book has earned the DO Magazine Artist Fair Trade Seal of Approval.

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Book SynopsisWhooo wants to color? Get ready for hours of relaxing creativity with these happy, mischievous owls. Bestselling artist Thaneeya McArdle presents a parliament of owlish personalities for you to bring to life with beautiful colors. Each adorable avian will take you to a happy place of patterning, shading, and coloring. Thaneeya''s whimsical images offer a fun and hassle free way to de-stress and unleash your inner artist. Groovy Owls Coloring Book includes handy guides to coloring techniques like patterning, combinations, and shading. Guided Coloring Pages make coloring easy for beginners, with beautifully colored examples and ready-to-use color palettes. Perfect for decorating with all of your favorite coloring implements, each design is printed on one side only of archival-grade, acid-free, 200-year paper. Perforated pages detach easily for gifting or display. This book has earned the DO Magazine Artist Fair Trade Seal of Approval.

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Book SynopsisSewing soft dolls has never been easier with these adorable patterns from Gingermelon designer Shelly Down!The eagerly anticipated first book by popular toy designer Shelly Down, My Felt Doll shows sewers of all abilities how to make adorable soft dolls using the most basic of materials and skills. Using just felt sheets and a handful of simple notions, you will learn how to sew the simple yet delightful doll pattern and then discover 11 imaginative variations on the design including over 40 accessories from a mermaid to a ballerina, from a princess to a movie star and from a schoolgirl to a circus ringmaster guaranteed to delight little girls everywhere.With no hems to sew and all the stitching done by hand, My Felt Doll makes a great entry point to sewing dolls for beginners and even children.

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Book SynopsisAdorn your cozy interiors with hand-woven knotted art and hanging plants. Are you a DIY home decorator or plant lover? We got you! Macramé plant hangers are the perfect little touch to accent your cozy, designer home. Macramé—the art of knotting made popular in the seventies—is now on a revival, bringing trendy boho vibes into your living room, bedroom, and more. And there’s simply no better way to display your hanging plants than stringing them up in handmade woven knots. Whether you’re a novice or seasoned knotter, Macramé Plant Hangers provides thirty easy, stunning projects that will spark your DIY artist’s imagination and get you creating. Follow detailed photographs and instructions to construct patterns with natural cotton string for a softer look or twisted rope for a chunkier, sturdier appearance—suitable for bigger eight-inch pots or small four-inch pots (ideal for succulent fans!). Including a practical beginner’s section of knot basics, as well as customizable variations to add playful beads, funky fringes, and chic rope tassels to your macramé design for “whimsy,” Macramé Plant Hangers is your handy guidebook to adorning interiors with your own custom hand-knotted, vintage art you can be proud of—while keeping it green!

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Book SynopsisA guide to magical craft, demonstrating how to make your own powerful tools for self-transformation, from shaman's arrows, Corn Mothers and flower garlands, to magic mirrors and protective hex signs. This new edition features a new preface by David Harrington and new illustrations.

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Book SynopsisFrom one of the most popular project channels on YouTube comes a how-to book on building things that go boom. Grant Thompson, The King of Random, has created one of the most popular project channels on YouTube, featuring awesome videos such as How to Make a Laser Assisted Blowgun and Assassin's Micro Crossbow. He currently has almost 10 million subscribers, posts 5 times a week, and averages over 40 million views a month.Partnering with Grant is Ted Slampyak, the artist behind the #1 New York Times bestseller 100 Deadly Skills.52 Random Weekend Projects: For Budding Inventors and Backyard Builders is a guide that enables ordinary folks to build an impressive arsenal of projects. These crafts combine some of Grant's most popular projectsMatchbox Rockets, Pocket Slingshot Super Shooters, Proto-Putty, Ninja Balls, Mini Matchstick Guns, The Clothespin Pocket Pistolwith many new ones, providing clear instructions on how to build them s

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Book SynopsisDiscover the beautiful Japanese pattern darning technique kogin and how it can be used to create stunning stitched and quilted projects. Kogin is a variation of the popular Japanese embroidery technique sashiko and is rapidly becoming as popular as its 'big sister'.Table of ContentsIntroduction Tools and Materials Basic Techniques Projects Greetings Cards Coaster Collection Place Mat Cushion Cover Small Purses Mini Tote Bag Wall Hanging Table Runner Drawstring Bags Phone Case Buttons, Brooches and Bobbles Framed Pictures Pattern Library Motifs Small Continuous Patterns Motif Arrangements Diagonal Borders and Frames Horizontal Borders Nanbu Hishizashi Motifs Large Patterns Bibliography Suppliers About the Author Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisA collection of quilt designs using layer cakes, jelly rolls, charm packs and fat-eighth bundles. It includes 14 delighful projects, varying from lap quilts to full-sized, that show you how to get the most from pre-cut fabric bundles.Table of ContentsCharm Pack Quilts; 4 quilts, including:; Hidden Treasure; Charming Windmills; Galaxy; Layer Cake Quilts; 5 quilts, including:; Tipsy Tumblers; Simplicity; High Fashion; Dancing Stars; Jelly Roll Quilts; 4 quilts, including:; Fantasy Flowers; Twisted Braid; Hexagon Garden; Fat-Eighth Quilt; 1 quilt: Busy Lizzie.

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Book SynopsisWait until you get your hands on the rugged paper that looks, feels, and wears like leather, but sews, cuts, and washes just like fabricnow with an even softer and more leather-like finish! Kraft-tex Prewashed is supple and easy to sew with, yet strong enough to use for projects that get tough wear. And with its suede-like finish and lovely crinkles, it will bring an exciting new texture to your craft-sewing projects and mixed-media arts.

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Book SynopsisExpress yourself with embroidery! Innovative designer and author Debra Valencia combines some of her favorite embroidery designs with creative lettering in this new book. Learn how to use a traditional craft to add a modern message to coasters, tote bags, throw pillows, tea towels, monograms, luggage tags, an eyeglass case and more. Inside Embroidered Lettering you'll find 25 fun and unique embroidery lettering projects that feature heartfelt sentiments and witty statements. Debra provides step-by-step instructions for 24 useful stitches, useful advice on tools and materials, and 7 alphabet templates to use in customizing your own designs.

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Book SynopsisCreate beautiful wooden animal portraits on the scroll saw with Woodworker's Pattern Book. Realistic ready-to-use patterns are provided for 75 fascinating creatures, from exotic predators to familiar backyard friends. Father and son scroll sawing team Wayne and Jacob Fowler have based every design on their own extensive photographic studies of live animals, taken on location in the wild, in zoos, and in nature preserves. Each animal can be cut as a single, freestanding piece of wood. The authors include advice for beginners on getting started, with expert scrolling tips and techniques plus advice on wood preparation, blade selection, cutting strategy, finishing, and display options. A full color photo gallery will inspire you with the range of impressive wildlife projects that you can complete with this book.7 5 realistic, ready-to-use patterns include: Big Cats Alert Siberian Tiger Mountain Lion Cheetah Prowling Jaguar Resting Watchful LeopardPredators Snarling Wolf Red Fox Polar Bear Black Bear with Cubs Florida AlligatorBirds of Prey Golden Eagle Barn Owl with Mouse Peregrine Falcon Sparrow Hawk Osprey with DinnerBackyard Animals Big Horn Sheep Black Tailed Deer Cottage Chipmunk Eastern Massauga Rattlesnake JackrabbitExotic Animals Cape Buffalo Giraffe Mother and Child Rhinoceros Savannah Elephant Peacock Resplendent"

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Book SynopsisIn 2013 designer and illustrator Michelle Mason co-founded Mason & Painter, a vintage emporium on Columbia Road, in east London, a street famed for its Sunday flower market. Michelle’s inspiration for Flower Market: Botanical Style at Home is the wide variety of seasonal plants and flowers available right outside her shop. Buying locally and in tune with the seasons is at the heart of her philosophy Using salvage and reclaimed objects, vintage glassware and ceramics as props and backdrops, Flower Market is brimming with texture, pattern and exciting and inspiring ways to group and display flowers, plants and succulents. In Flower Market: Botanical Style at Home Michelle draws on her design experience, playing with shape, colour and composition to create stunning combinations showing how to make the most of fresh flowers and bring botanical style into the home.Trade Review"A beautiful book...full of inspiration to create your own imaginative floral displays." * Spitalfields Life *"It is to all the followers of floral designers on Instagram that this book will appeal. Every chapter has pages of impeccably styled, elegant images. For anyone after a 'look book' of what flowers are available from a local market and how to combine them, this will be a useful resource. If this encourages and entices a new generation to go out and find flowers...it gets my vote." -- Simon Lycett * The Garden *

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Book SynopsisBy using bigger yarn and hooks, openwork patterns, easy stitches, and other quick-crochet techniques, the patterns in Crochet in a Weekend can all be worked in approximately 10 to 12 hours or less--perfect for a relaxing weekend (or two) of your favorite hobby.Trade ReviewThe concept is easy, and the clear and concise instructions really make it possible to complete any project in a weekend!It was very difficult to choose, but my top favs would be the Gemstone Poncho, Low Tide Shrug, Warlock Wrap, Picnic Vest, and the Lotus Blossom Tunic. I highly recommend this book because every single design is unique, the fabrics are beautiful, the styles and fit are great, and the easy repeats make for a relaxing and stress-free crochet time! -- Deepali Kailas Kore * crochetaddictuk.com *The title Crochet in a Weekend aptly describes the projects in this book. You can grab your hook and favorite yarn on Friday night and easily have a new wearable by the end of the weekend. I highly recommend Crochet in a Weekend to anyone who would like to learn to crochet wearables, and for those who would like to build on their knowledge of crocheting wearables. -- Sheryl HockThe great thing about this collection is the variety, ranging from light weight summer tops and vests to cozy cardigans and ponchos in bulky yarns and lots in between. With so many different styles and stitch patterns to try, your main problem will be deciding what to make first!I hope you enjoy making items from Crochet in a Weekend as much as I have. So far I’ve tried 17 of the designs, with others still on my “to do” list, plus several I will definitely be making again! -- Linda Woodthorpe

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Book SynopsisThe third edition of a comprehensive drawing handbook, ideal for beginners, experienced artists and teachers of all levels. Illustrated, and with many suggestions for practical work, this books teaches you how to see, draw and develop technical skills, with a focus on learning how to observe our world as three-dimensional. Drawings from master draughtsmen, professional artists and students help illustrate common problems and teach you how to solve them. Five interviews with contemporary artists also show you the different ways they use drawing as part of their work. This book gives you a clear and systematic approach to all aspects of drawing and is ideal whether you are a beginner or already have considerable experience and want to re-examine your fundamental techniques. The book also offers teachers at all levels a ready-made instruction programme which progresses from basic drawing problems to the development of personal style.Table of ContentsForeword Introduction 1. Drawing Techniques and Approaches 2. Assessing and Drawing Two Dimensions – Height and Width 3. Assessing Three Dimensions – Height, Width and Depth 4. The Third Dimension – Rectangles Flat-on 5. Rectilinear Forms from Different Viewpoints 6. Rectangles and Gradients 7. Circles, Cylinders and Cones 8. Observation and Previous Knowledge 9. From Geometric to Natural Forms 10. Forms with no Flat Surfaces 11. Analysis and Selection 12. Perspective and Other Drawing Systems 13. Texture 14. Light, Shadows and Reflections 15. Some Different Approaches to Observation 16. Movement 17. Developing a Personal Language 18. Some Artists on Drawing 19. Summary Select Bibliography Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisFor nearly 5000 years, the great city of Absalom has stood at the center of the Inner Sea’s culture, commerce, and prophecy. Now, with the death of the city’s founder-god Aroden, the disappearance of the city’s lord mayor, and newly launched attacks from some of its greatest foes, Absalom stands at the gateway to a new and uncertain destiny! This lore-packed 296-page hardcover guide to the locations, denizens, and adventures of Pathfinder’s most famous city is the largest Pathfinder city sourcebook to date, presenting a fascinating locale suitable for years of adventure! A huge 8-panel poster map of the city sets the scene in unprecedented detail, allowing your heroes to walk upon streets paved with centuries of history, following the steps of generations of questing heroes to chart a new path for the City at the Center of the World!

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Book SynopsisTwo hot trends - paper quilling and mandalas - come together in 30 designs by the co-owner of Quilled Creations. Alli Bartowski explains basic quilling techniques, from curling and crimping to scrolling and rolling, while detailed photos show all the shapes you'll need to make.

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