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Book SynopsisBestselling craft designer Tone Finnanger brings her talents to soft toys for children! Discover simple sewing patterns for adorably plump dolls with a range of outfits and accessories, cute creatures such as monkeys, and sea-themed creations such as pirates, whales and fish, all with the irresistible Tilda styling.Table of ContentsForeword Safety Wear & Tear Materials Washing Faces and Hair Patchwork & Quilting Dolls Doll body Knickers and trousers Apron dress Jacket Hair accessories Decorations Doll's doll Small knickers Small dress Handbag house Sewing kit house Cosy patchwork quilt and cushion Hearts Wooden clouds Sea and Water Pirate doll Cute whales Small sardines Patchwork quilt and cushion in blue Sail and flags for the bed (to turn it into a boat) Wooden beach hut wardrobe Exotic Animals Hook monkeys Patchwork snake Chatterbox parrots Fruit purses Monkey cushion Patchwork snake quilt Wooden jungle tree Patterns Suppliers Index

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Book SynopsisEverthing you need to know to create an entire miniature market and incredibly realistic produce in polymer clay. Master modeller Angie Scarr has perfected the craft of creating fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, cheeses, bread, pastries and gateaux in marvellous detail - right down to the earth on her potatoes and delicate veining on cabbage leaves and orange segments - and setting them in context by building market stalls, complete with striped canopies, wooden fruit boxes, punnets and other display items. Polymer clay modelling techniques include: simple caning; colour blending; stacking; advanced caning; combination techniques; advanced ideas; Step-by-step colour photography shows you how to create your own mouthwatering masterpieces of miniature art. Full plans and construction techniques for all the projects. Out of the dolls' house and into the street - bringing miniature hobbyists to a wider panorama for their craft.

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Book SynopsisHandcrafted gifts are popular in today's world, and Amigurumi dolls are perfect gifts for babies and kids. This book includes clear patterns for toys made by talented Amigurumi designers. The designers from around the world offer toys that reflect their unique styles--featuring cat, rabbit, giraffe, doll, elephant, lion, bird, and much more.

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Book SynopsisAre you tired of huge and super complicated amigurumi projects that never end? Mini amigurumi book is here for you! Using just small amounts of yarn, in a short amount of time you will be holding your adorable creation. Perfect projects for a busy day, can be made in one sitting. With clear and easy to follow directions and lots of step by step photos, these designs are perfect for beginners but still interesting for experience crocheters. In the book you will find a collection of more than 40 mini amigurumi designs, start making yours now!

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Book SynopsisIf you think of dolls houses as usually being period houses, it's time to think again! In this amazing compendium of miniature buildings, author Sarah Walkley looks at the many other styles of construction that are increasingly being created by miniatures enthusiasts including cozy cottages, modern loft apartments, churches, garden sheds, lighthouses and windmills. The World of Miniatures even delves into the fantasy world of witches' lairs, haunted houses and burrows for mice and bears. Drawn from the wealth of interesting and unusual models that have been featured in Dolls' House Magazine over more than five years, it showcases the best examples of the dolls' house hobby to demonstrate what can be achieved when working in miniature. It aims to provide inspiration to those that are new to the hobby, or want to take their model-making a stage further, as well as being a delightful read for those who are simply fascinated by all things miniature. Each of the 12 chapters will be accompanied by tips on the key techniques needed to recreate a particular style of property. This will include, for example, how to lay wooden floors or work with molding to create a grand country estate, or how to install lighting in a lighthouse. AUTHOR: Sarah Walkley has been fascinated by dolls houses since her father promised to make her one when she was five years old. Little did she realise that it would be another 35 years before she would receive it! Sarah has been closely involved with the miniature world in her adult life and also been a regular contributor to Dolls' House Magazine. She is also a senior executive with over 20 years' experience in research, strategy and business intelligence. SELLING POINTS: . Focuses on the miniatures that are currently being made by enthusiasts and professional model makers. . Covers all forms of models from traditional houses, to shops, coastal properties, garden sheds and fairly tale castles. . Provides advice on key model-making techniques that can be applied to any property, rather than providing instructions on how to make a specific project. 500 photographs and 20 illustrations

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Book SynopsisExplore the enchanting world of the Hedgerow Dolls! With 100% wool hand dyed felt Hedgerow Dolls and over 20 original knitted, felt and fabric outfits and accessories. 'Hedgerow' provides all the inspiration and know-how needed to bring these beautiful dolls to life. You will find�Felt bushel for collecting the knitted apples, dungarees with felt applique rabbit pockets, fallow deer knitted hat, felt fox satchel and many more. These designs are suitable for most toy makers, and contain step-by-step instructions and diagrams for machine sewing and hand stitching the components of each project. The Hedgerow Dolls are brought to life on the page by Simone Goodings's adorable illustrations.

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Book SynopsisTurn back time for a walk with daring dinosaurs, marvelous mammoths, crafty cave people and many more. Dodo Dominique can tell you all the ancient gossip; Brad the Brachiosaurus wants to open a turtleneck sweater shop; and Paula Parasaurolophus doesn't go anywhere without her stegosaurus teddy. The characters in this book, created by various designers, have arrived with a bang and will bring a whole new world to life. So dust off your crochet hook, dig up your yarns, and get ready for the most imaginative playtime yet.

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive, well illustrated book will give even the most nervous beginner the confidence to produce a unique, handcrafted toy from natural materials. Once you have mastered the basic baby dolls, you can progress to a more ambitious limbed or jointed doll.

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Book SynopsisIn her third book, designer Erinna Lee delves into a magical realm where yarn animals and fairies coexist amidst lush foliage, colorful blooms and ancient trees. Imagine the wonders that await as you crochet these gentle characters and create your very own enchanted woodland. Forage ingredients for a delicious meal with Jules the Mushroom Fairy, toast marshmallows with Holly the Hedgehog, heal injured animals with Tipu the Animal Fairy, and traverse lands far and wide with Poppy the Red-Capped Robin. These forest fairies & friends would love to lend a helping hand and listening ear to anyone who needs it. They teach us that friendship and working together can transform any place into a safe haven for all. The 15 amigurumi in this book are the kindest little creatures, waiting to be discovered and cherished by you. Erinna shares a wealth of information in this book, so with a couple of stitches and some soft yarn, you'll make your very own enchanted woodland in no time!

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Book SynopsisDon't just make a toy, create an heirloom! Designed to be built tough, to be passed down, and to last. Join Brad as he shares decades of woodworking wisdom so you can make durable, kid-safe vehicle toys that youngsters will enjoy. With sections on wood selections, tool guides, design basics, and toy safety.

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Book SynopsisThe step-by-step building and painting guides in this book illustrate figures in scales from 1/150 to 1/32, which equates to wargame figures sizes from 10mm to 54mm. There are painting recipes featured for twenty- five uniforms covering the main branches of the Wehrmacht. These are: Afrika Korps; Fallschirmjager (parachutists); Feldgendarmerie (military police); Gebirgsjager (mountain troops); Heer (army); Panzer (tank crews); Waffen SS and U-boat crew. Preparation and assembly of white metal and plastic figures is covered in detail, and tutorials include techniques for building a wargames army quickly. Foreword by Rick Priestley

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Book SynopsisThe interest in Japanese amigurumi is explored in minature in this charming new title. Gorgeous and cute, these projects may be small but they are bursting with personality, making perfect gifts for friends and family. These tiny creatures can be used in a variety of imaginative ways - as key rings, jewelry accessories or just displayed as adorable trinkets in their own right. All the basic crochet techniques you will need are clearly explained along with step-by-step illustrations making Mini Crochet Creatures perfect for beginners upwards. Anyone unsure about working in this scale can simply practice with larger hooks and thicker yarn - the patterns are exactly the same. The animals are divided into six categories: farm, small, woodland, pet, sea and zoo so there is something for everyone from an elephant or a whale down to a squirrel, piglet, bunny and even a ladybird or butterfly! AUTHOR: Lauren Bergstrom spends much of her time surrounded by piles of wool and small crocheted creatures. Although Lauren leanred to crochet over 20 years ago, her fascination was revived when she discovered the world of amigurumi. She quickly became captivated by all the cute little things that could be made, and all the diffferent types of yarn that could be used to make them. In 2011 Lauren created mohumohu.com, an online store and blog offereng amigurumi toys, patterns and crochet tutorials. Lauren's little amigurumi animals have gained popularity after being featured in various magazines, art websites, and blogs. SELLING POINTS: . Clear, simple instructions to follow. . Stylish, full colour photography throughout. . Stitch chart for each project. . Techniques section explaining all the basics.

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Book SynopsisExplore amigurumi , the Japanese art of crochet design, with 30 unique patterns. Whether a novice or an experienced crocheter, anyone can pick up a needle and complete these cuddly creations. Author and amigurumi guru Lauren Espy inspires crocheters with her easy-to-follow patterns, pictures, and helpful instructions. Lauren always takes the patterns one step at a time to ensure that your finished product is as cute as the creation on the page!. The book features fanciful patterns in a variety of themes, including: In the Garden; At the Aquarium; Down on the Farm; At the Bakery.Trade Review"In Whimsical Stitches, Lauren Espy has created a truly adorable collection of unique and colorful designs that are perfect for any occasion! The step-by-step instructions and pictures that go along with each pattern ensure that you get picture perfect results each time. If you're new to amigurumi, the simplicity of the layout and illustrated explanations of each stitch and technique will have you creating adorable items in no time at all. If you're a seasoned crocheter, you will appreciate the perfection of each design and enjoy being able to make quick and adorable amigurumis for everyone you know!" -- Holly Salzman, Owner of Storyland Amis (@storyland_amis) "Whimsical Stitches is such a bright and colorful book chock-full of adorable and well-explained crochet designs! It is evident that Lauren Espy loves amigurumi, and her cheerful and sweet style will entice beginner and experienced crocheters to try making their own stuffed animals! The five fun themes in the book (In the Garden, At the Aquarium, Down on the Farm, At the Bakery, At the Market) allow you to crochet everything from a personified piece of pie with a cute cherry on the top to a trendy succulent planter! This beginner-friendly book is a fabulous collection of adorable designs that is sure to draw readers into the wonderful world of amigurumi!" -- Stephanie Lau, crochet designer and blogger of All About Ami "Whimsical Stitches is an absolute joy for amigurumi enthusiasts! Through her incredible patterns, Lauren was able to take us inside her own endless imagination and share her unique, wonderful perspective on amigurumi design. Whimsical Stitches is easy to follow for the beginner, and delightful for the master. A must-have for every crocheter's book collection." -- Lee Sartori (CoCo Crochet Lee), Assistant Editor of Happily Hooked Magazine

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Book SynopsisAmigurumipatterns.net collects the most beautiful crochet patterns from all over the world on one website. Each year we organize a competition for designers. The originality and quality of all entries put a smile on our face, and hopefully this selection will do the same to you, your family and friends! A little bird being catapulted out of a cannon will have you on the edge of your seat, while the piglet with exceptional balancing skill will have everyone mesmerized. Meanwhile, Loyal the Ringmaster makes sure everything runs smoothly. Pick any of these cheerful and charming artists from our line-up and crochet your own circus! Step by step you will learn to crochet 13 characters by 11 crochet designers. Are you a little inexperienced with amigurumi crochet? Don't worry: on the introductory pages we explain all necessary stitches to help get you started.

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Book SynopsisThis book is filled with cute, easy knits with a vintage feel. There are knitting patterns for seven different adorable animal toys – a rabbit, a kitten, a mouse, a puppy, a panda, a teddy and a monkey, each approx. 8 inches (20cm) high, and all easy and quick to knit. Each animal is accompanied by a mini knitted version of itself that can be stored in the little shoulder bag or backpack that each toy carries. There are patterns for over 50 garments and accessories in which to dress the toys - most of them knitted and some sewn garments. All the clothes are one size and designed to fit every animal, so the reader can mix and match items to create their chosen toy's own unique wardrobe. The outfits are split into themes such as Out to Play, Picnic Time and Time for School, and include pyjamas, outdoor clothes, summer dresses, school uniform and so on, with added accessories. Readers are encouraged to use up scraps of yarn and fabric they already have for the clothes, re-using materials from a favourite item that’s long since outgrown to make a keepsake toy that has special significance. Trade ReviewI received this book to review. such a lovely book to look at with lots of different patterns to knit for some very cute critters even vest and pants! love the easy to follow pictures which is great for a beginner like me. also loved that there was clothes to sew from fabric aswell. lots of lovely photos too, very enjoyable. i can't wait to start knitting. -- Claire Ireland * Customer Review *This is a lovely book. With easy to follow instructions. -- Tracey Macdonald * Customer Review *I bought this book at the Edinburgh Yarn Festival, because I was utterly charmed. I showed it to everyone there, and I wanted to show it to everyone here too. I love knitting patterns for toys of any kind - bears, dolls, creatures. And this one hits the jackpot! It's patterns for adorable creatures in doll-form, with patterns for the various outfits to match! Each of the seven dolls - puppy, kitten, bear, panda, mouse, monkey and bunny - comes with a pattern for a mini-me. And the outfits and accessories - most knitted, but some sewn -are ridiculously cute and clever. There's a sweater or two, as you'd expect, but there are also dresses and jeans and shoes and socks and slippers and stripey tights (YES!!!!! REALLY!!!) amd pjs and even a house-coat and undies! The accessories are very pleasing: there's a little felt school satchel and bedding and books and a picnic basket and all sorts of other delights, all knitted or sewn. The book itself is terrific: well-illustrated, with good patterns and helpful tutorials for key knitting techniques, and the sewing and embroidery skills required. The dolls are worked in worsted/DK yarn and clothes and accessories for fingering. Although entirely appropriate for making gifts for babies and small children, this sort of thing may well appeal to adult knitters who are in need of smaller projects to use up leftovers, or just a dose of clever and charming cuteness. -- Kate Atherly * Knitty.com *Knit five 8” cute animals and their “mini me” doll counterparts plus a whole wardrobe of mix and match outfits with this fun stash-busting book. Choose from bunny, mouse, kitten, monkey, puppy, teddy or panda and kit them out for school, bedtime, beach, snow or picnic. This is not a book for the total beginner as like most pattern books it does not teach knitting from scratch but improver level and upwards will enjoy these small projects. At the front several techniques featured are explained with the aid of some good-sized photographs and there are a few simple embroidery stitches to learn as well. Each toy has a life-size photograph of it front and back together with full instructions (written, no charts apart from the sweater) and there is the fun added touch of the miniature versions of the animals. Even toys need their own toys! The garments and accessories are divided into their respective themes and feature both knitting and sewing projects. These can be done by hand and are simple; the animals plus their toys can be made using a whole ball of yarn but the rest is ideal for using up odds and ends. Knitters will find this an excellent way of using up yarn and fabric and having some relaxing fun as well. * myshelf.com *May 2017 What every fashion-concious rabbit, kitten, mouse, puppy or panda needs is a fashion-forward wardrobe... and fashion forward friends. And Sue Stratford's new book has both in spades. Each of the knitted animals is the same size, and comes with its own mini version. And the clothes included fit each and every one of them, in any combination you want. There's daywear, nightwear, beachwear, footwear, wear for all seasons. The designs are made using scraps of yarn and fabrics. Perhaps when a little person has outgrown her summer dress it can be turned into a new summer dress for her hand knitted teddy or the jumper you knitted a year ago for a not-so-little-anymore little boy can be unravelled and knitted into a shirt and trousers for his toy monkey or panda. Sue Stratford knows how little hands like to dress and undress their toys. Her toys are easy to knit. They're easy to dress. And even easier to love. * Knitting & Crochet - Woman's Weekly *This title will have you squealing with delight as your flick through the pages of adorable knitted animals with interchangable outfits and accessories. Including patterns for over 50 different items you'll be able to create the perfect little animal family. * Let's Get Crafting *I just love this collection of cute animals and clothes. The assortment of clothes and accessories is very good and it includes templates for sewn items. Everything is very simple to make and I love the abbreviation chart on the back inner cover. The illustrations are delightful and the instructions are clear and concise. Great fun to make ...children will love them.! -- Elaine Clark * Customer Review *My daughter can't wait to get knitting get with this book. It's a great book that teaches you first knit your animal then all the accessories they need to go with it! I love that the first few pages shows you in simple steps the different techniques needed to knit your animal and clothing. It's an excellent knitting book that can provide hours of enjoyment -- Chelsea Murray * Customer Review *Love paper dressing dolls? Here's the equivalent in knit. Seven characters to knit, each with a mini version, clothes and accessories. They are all the same size so the outfits can be worn by any of the little creatures. Great for using scraps of yarn and lots of fun to knit and to play with. Bunny, mouse, kitten, puppy, monkey panda or teddy will give hours of joy. Create accessories for school, beach, picnic, snow and bedtime. Find sections on materials, step-by-step techniques with photos, instructions for knitting the cute animals in two sizes plus all their 'play' accessories, including a pink pussyhat (I kid you not, Sue must have great foresight). Simply charming for kids of all ages. Highly recommended. * yarnsandfabrics.co.uk *Brilliant book from beginning to end .. lovely teddies n mice n pandas n dogs n bunnies to knit easy instructions . Then all their clothes to knit and so sweet . Then their bags and blankets to knit and lovely dresses to sew ... everything and more that you could wish for to make your knitted animal be the envy of any little girl or boy . Fantastic book -- Pauline Forster * Customer Review *I received this book to review. From the cover of this book, I knew I was going to love it. The first few pages have great description and pictures explaining how to do some important stitches which were simple and easy to follow. I really loved that you can make several creatures, but also their miniatures and then every possible piece of clothing and accessory thinkable. Everything seems to be covered despite it not being too big of a book. The pictures throughout were fantastic. The patterns are simple to follow even for a beginner. A no fuss book, to make beautiful toys, perfect! -- Vicky Hart * Customer Review *Wow, wow, wow!! I absolutely love this book! The instructions are so clear and easy to follow. The introduction of the book is great and you really feel as though the author, Sue Stratford is talking to you as a friend. The next few pages show you everything you will need in order to make these cute little animals and their "wardrobe" of clothes. Each animal is 20.5cm and they each have a "minnie me" at 8.5cm, therefore all the clothes fit each animal perfectly. There are also accessories that can be made like a moses basket, sling, etc. Sue clearly explains the techniques and stitches you will be using throughout the book and all of these are photographed step by step. The animals are adorable and I'm sure children young or old, will love them. It honestly is a truly amazing book and I can't wait to get started. Buy the book, you won't regret it! -- Maxine Davies * Customer Review *I really loved this book, I am not a great knitter but I found the instructions clear and concise and easy to follow and as all the animals are small, each was quite quick to make which is good as I often get bored with things that take too long. I found the how to pages very useful as well and I enjoyed the combination of knitting and sewing -- Elaine Brown * Customer Review *Another awesome book from one of my favourite knitters, Sue Stratford! I received my copy of the book yesterday & I was as excited as on Christmas morning, it's such a fabulous book! A picture & clear instructions for every single item. The book is full of wonderful illustrations with extensive pattern instructions. Knitters everywhere will love this, we all have a stash of yarn just waiting for the perfect little project & this book ticks all the boxes. And we all like something that's quick & easy to make. This is the perfect project book too, for those wanting to use their children's clothing as a keepsake. This can be incorporated in the clothing for the knitted animals. So many options. Knit Me, Dress Me, Love Me is also the perfect group project book for those wishing to embark on a big group project, such as yarnbombing or a fundraiser. Personally, I can't wait to get started with the knitting, but which of these cute animals to choose first! I took a knitted teddy to Russia with me last year, I'm going to have to choose an animal to take on my next trip....so I better get knitting! -- Ellie Poore * Customer Review *I have collected a lot of cute knitting books and patterns over the years, but I don't think I have anything as adorable as this treasure! What I love about it apart from the utterly gorgeous animals, their outfits, and little 'mini-me' versions of the animals themselves, are the easy and clear instructions. There are so many helpful pictures and tips, that they give me confidence even before I begin! The little clothes have full sized templates and are easy to knit. The added bonus are the templates and instructions for little fabric clothes too. I think that anyone who buys this book will never want to part with it. -- Lesley Bambridge * Customer Review *Table of ContentsTools and Materials Knitting Techniques Knitting the Animals: Bunny and Bunny Mini-me Mouse and Mouse Mini-me Monkey and Monkey Mini-me Kitten and Kitten Mini-me Puppy and Puppy Mini-me Panda and Panda Mini-me Teddy Bear and Teddy Bear Mini-me Making the Clothes Time for School On the Beach Picnic Time In the Snow And so to Bed Accessories Templates

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Book SynopsisDolls' Houses have fascinated children and adults for centuries. This delightful book, revised and now presented in hardback with a new foreword by artist Rachel Whiteread, explores the astonishing skill and craftsmanship required to create these miniature homes. A brief history of dolls' houses is followed by a closer look at some of the most interesting and historically significant examples in the V&A's collection. From country mansions to cosy suburban villas, from a Japanese house to Rachel Whiteread's celebrated installation Place (Village) it uncovers the fascinating role that dolls' houses have played in the lives of their owners and as records of contemporary lifestyle. The book ends with a full catalogue of the dolls' houses held by the museum.Trade ReviewReview of the 2014 edition '...a tantalising introduction to a craft that has been around nearly 500 years and looks set to endure.' Jessie Burton, Art Quarterly, December 2014'Table of ContentsForeword: Rachel Whiteread -- Introduction: A Brief History of the Dolls' House -- The Nuremberg House 1673 -- The Edmund Joy Wardrobe 1712 -- The Tate Baby House 1760 -- Henriques's House late 1700s -- The Killer Cabinet House 1830-40 -- Betty Pinney's House 1870 -- Box Back Terrace House 1890s -- Miss Miles's House 1890s -- Peggy Lines's house 1930s -- Whiteladies House 1935 -- Roma Hopkinson's House 1990s -- The Kaleidoscope House 2001 -- A Collection of Toys - How It All Began -- Appendix -- Bibliography -- About the Author -- Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisUnofficial Harry Styles Crochet is a beginner-friendly craft kit that includes instructions and materials to make an adorable Harry Styles crochet doll.Table of ContentsAbout this Kit How to Read the Instructions Abbreviations Tools and Materials Stitches and Techniques Harry Styles Amigurumi Pattern

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Book SynopsisRelease your inner crochet animal with this wild Zoomigurumi edition. We're calling attention to endangered animals from all corners of our planet. Round up your hooks and yarns and leap into the unique worlds of these beautiful yet fragile animal species. This collection of 15 projects from designers around the world shows the wildlife that inspires us. In this book you will find a lovable giant panda, a precious monk seal, a gorgeous blue whale and a darling pangolin! Surprise your family and friends with handmade gifts, or simply make them for yourself. Projects cover a variety of skill levels, from beginner-friendly to suitable for advanced crocheters and are accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions. The clear illustrations and handy video tutorials will help you master all stitches and techniques used.

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Book SynopsisAdd a little fun to your home décor with these eight modern amigurumi designs. Each design is made using Premier Yarns Anti-Pilling DK-weight yarn and a size D/3/3.25mm hook. Designs range from 10" to 6".

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Book SynopsisYou will love this collection of knitted dolls and their simply stunning outfits and accessories. Choose from Faye with her cute bunny ear beanie and boots or Naomi with her Fair Isle dress and Mary Jane shoes.All the dolls can be adapted so you can change their hairstyles and colour - perfect for personalising to make an extra special present. All the dolls'' clothes are interchangeable so you can make one doll and keep adding to her wardrobe or choose your favourite garments to knit your own unique outfit.These knitted dolls make wonderful presents for children and grown up children who will adore the stunning attention to detail in their very contemporary clothes.Table of ContentsContents Intro Tools and materials Dolls opener Naomi Doll Grace Doll Ralph Doll Faye Doll Pippa Doll Penny Doll Florence Doll Anna Doll Polly Doll Alice Doll Joe Doll Martha Doll Techniques: Head and face construction (face 2 illos, head 6 illos) Long tail cast on (estimate 2 illos), mattress stitch How to personalise your dollIntarsia technique About the author / acknowledgements Index / suppliers Copyright

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Book SynopsisFrom selecting yarns and learning basic crochet stitches to assembling your doll or animal and adding whimsical details, The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animals makes any amigurumi project possible!Hundreds of photos demonstrate the best crochet stitches to use, along with lessons on how to assemble amigurumi figures correctly and give them more personality. All the basic stitches and steps are explained in detail, including extra directions for left-handed crafters. This is the official guide created by The Japan Amigurumi Associationwhose thousands of members are found all over Japan, the original home of amigurumi. It provides an authoritative overview of techniques and includes all the information that amigurumi enthusiasts need to know to create their own toy. This indispensable book shows you how to:Shape and proportion expressive heads, limbs and tailsAssemble all the pieces together in a way that makes your toy come aliveAdd armatures so your toys can bend and stand

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Book SynopsisAutomata and mechanical toys delight children and adults alike with the beauty of their design and the excitement of their movement. This book explains how the mechanisms work and celebrates many leading makers. Topics covered: · History of automata & mechanical toys including the early inventors from Hero of Alexandria, through the mechanical marvels of the eighteenth & nineteenth centuries, to contemporary automata. · Advice on how to get started; tools and materials required and techniques explained. · Step-by-step instructions with clear colour photographs.Trade ReviewNo other craft captures the magic of turning a handle, flicking a switch or pulling a lever to see the unexpected come to life.

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Book SynopsisWith the amazing biodiversity on our planet, isn't it time we started celebrating and crocheting some of life's more unusual creatures? In this surprising collection, crochet designer Irene Strange opens our eyes to the wonders of nature with amigurumi patterns for odd and unexpected animals that you won't find in other books.

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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

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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.

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Book SynopsisCreate charming holiday decorations that double as small toys with this easy-to-follow guidebook. Full-size patterns and step-by-step instructions are provided for 14 working wooden toy ornaments. From tugboats and tractors to windmills and wagons, these nostalgic moving toys make great Christmas ornaments as well as keepsake gifts for family and friends. And these simple projects don't take a lot of time, wood, or tools to make. They're a great way to reuse and repurpose scrap wood, and require only minimal painting. All you need is a scroll saw, a drill, and some glue to create memorable family heirlooms. You can create them assembly-line style and fill a tree--or make a lot of gifts--with just an afternoon's work. Better yet, get a youngster or two involved in the cutting, painting, and assembling.

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Book SynopsisFrom the authors of Needle Felting for Beginners, awarded BEST CRAFT BOOK in The Craft Business Awards 2021. The Woolly Felters – Roz Dace and Judy Balchin – bring you another fun-packed needle felting book, this time with dolls that are vibrant, quirky and full of character! Learn how to sculpt fairies, kawaii characters, a royal family, and even yourself or your friends. There are ten varied projects, each with needle felted clothing, hair and accessories. Roz and Judy provide practical ideas for designing your own dolls, familiarizing you with the basic doll to get you started and including an accessible 'help me' section for reference. Techniques like creating an inner core, working with a partial or full armature and both wet and dry felting are also covered. The dolls have a range of props such as a bag, spectacles, a toy rabbit, and even an armchair for Knitting Nigel to sit in! What makes these dolls so appealing is the expression and character they exude, and the authors show you how to capture this. Learn how to create realistic figures or more exaggerated caricatures, as well as how to inject personality through your choice of features, hairstyle, embellishments and pose! Enjoy mastering this beguiling craft under the expert instruction of two award-winning authors. Trade ReviewI have every one of Roz and Judy’s books – or The Woolly Felters as they are known and with every one I just wonder how they can better the previous one but they do! Just like their previous titles this one starts simple and works up to the more complex figures. It doesn’t matter if you have never done any needle felting before, as everything is very clearly laid out as to what is needed and the photography is just superb detailing each step along the way. If you want to replicate what’s in the book there’s instructions to do that but even better you can go further and learn how to personalise your makes so that they resemble you or your family and friends! It’s such a great fun book full of the authors' personalities and sense of fun and I highly recommend following them as The Woolly Felters on Facebook too to see more of their creations and fun tales that their characters get up to as this will only enhance your own creativity! All in all another fantastic book and I will say it again – how on earth are will they top this one?! -- Helen Murphy * Customer Review *It's thanks to these ladies that I discovered this amazing craft. I now teach felting workshops and am completely obsessed with needle felting! I love making people and consider myself an experienced felter but when I saw they were bringing out a book on dolls, I couldn't resist! It's so comprehensive, even if you've never felted before you could still start with this book. It then takes you through several projects of increasing skill to very detailed, beautiful dolls. Unlike most craft books, I want to make every single project in here. The instructions and pictures are fab. Hands down, this is by far the best, I don't think you'd need any others! * Customer Review *I’ve only just recently begun needle felting but I’m already hooked. I started with a Roz and Judy book Needle Felting for Beginners and was impressed with it, so I ordered this in advance. It was definitely worth waiting for as I’ve received it this afternoon and I’ve had my nose in it for a few hours now. It takes you from a basic figure through ever more advanced ones to what I would consider very advanced figures and faces. The instructions and photos are excellent, very clear and detailed, which means even I’m going to feel pretty confident at having a go at all of them. There are plenty of tips and even instructions on how to make needle felted eyes, rather than using glass ones or black beads and also mouths with open lips and teeth. The “Mother Earth” doll especially, has really inspired me to make a variation myself. All in all, a fantastic book and should be on every needle felters book shelf. Many thanks to Roz and Judy and I wait with baited breath for their next book. -- Julia Martin * Customer Review *There are no better needle felting tutorials to be found, than those by our very own well loved "Woolly Felters." I have all their books and they are all superb. Not only are Roz and Judy excellent needle felters, they also are blessed with the exceptional skill of being able to convey their talent in the most thorough, and simply formulated way. They have this knack for being able to completely get inside the head of the total beginner and ensure that you can understand the instructions and have complete success, whilst still remaining completely relevant to the more experienced felter. All this without being condescending too! There are no other books or tutorials out there that I am aware of, that teach you how to make realistic figures of real life people. The skill of these two sisters has to be seen to be believed. Just look at the back cover of the book if you don't believe me. You instantly know who they are! From personal experience, I firmly believe that their books are the only ones that you need for total needle felting success. * Customer Review *Table of ContentsIntroduction About needle felting What you need Inspiration and design Getting started The basic doll Top ‘help me’ tips Creating an inner core Armatures Creating character and expression The projects Queen of Hearts Danny Doodoll Little Dancer Knitting Nigel Christmas Fairy Kawaii Kate Silver Surfer Perfect Portraits Mother Earth Weird and Wonderful Templates Index

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Book SynopsisFollowing the international success of Magical Amigurumi Toys and Cuddly Amigurumi Toys, here are fifteen darling dolls for babies, toddlers, and school children. Baby Leo, Rag Doll Annie, Ronja the Troll Girl, The Almighty Robot, and many more fun characters have sprung to life to bring the little loves in your life an abundance of stories, adventures, and of course comforting hugs. With this book in one hand and a crochet hook in the other, you'll be able to make the most charming companions in no time. You'll surely fall in love with the wide array of details, the cute color combinations, and the loving expressions in these toys.

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Book SynopsisYou can see how cute these woolbuddies are. You''re not going to believe how easy it is to make them! Tired of searching for special toys that weren''t mass-produced, former Lucasfilm animator Jackie Huang created the beloved Woolbuddy, a collection of all-natural stuffed animals that reflect his unique imaginative vision. He went on to capture fans at craft fairs, Comic-Con, and specialty boutiques. Here Huang teaches readers, using just some wool and a needle, how to needle felt a wide-eyed owl, a toothy shark, a fuzzy sheep, a towering giraffe, and more. With step-by-step instructions and helpful how-to photographs, crafters can create clutchable keepsakes to be instantly enjoyed and forever cherished.

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Book SynopsisSnuggle up with a crochet comforter or play with a colorful character this unique collection of 40 amigurumi toy and blanket buddy patterns are simple to stitch and super cute!Each of the characters can be made as a lovey' security blanket to help little ones have sweet dreams, and as an amigurumi toy that will become a child's favorite friend. With charming stories for each character, you're sure to fall in love with these designs.Theo the Bear is never far from his next meal; Roy the Rhino loves jumping in muddy puddles; Melvin the Zebra has very high self-esteem; Ceri the Panda loves a good gossip; Cooper the Fox is a notorious prankster and Maverick the Monkey has the most infectious giggleMake these adorable characters and their friends in this unique crochet pattern collection from the creative force behind popular contemporary crochet business One and Two Company.Table of ContentsIntroduction Materials Equipment How to Use This Book Blanket Patterns Bear Bunny Dog Cat Rhino Giraffe Hippo Frog Sheep Zebra Panda Cow Duck Pig Reindeer Fox Monkey Mouse Girl Boy Stitches Techniques About the Author Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisThe fair is coming to town in the form of these adorable sewn, stuffed toys by Melly & Me. Sew colourful fairground themed animal toys with this fun and fabulous collection by Australian designer Melly McNeice.This book brings you all the Fun of the Fair choose from five adorable fairground animals including a pretty pony, ric rac lion, performing seal, cheeky monkeys and a family of elephants.These fun and fabulousdesigns will have you sewing adorabletoys in no time! Children and adults alike will love these gorgeous soft toys which make the perfect gift for friends and family.Each of the brightlycoloured projects is suitable for sewers ofall abilities.Easy to follow step by stepinstructions, quirky photography and templates make this an irresistibleaddition to your sewing collection.Table of ContentsIntroduction Pony Rides Elephant Parade King of the Fair Seal with a Kiss Monkey Mischief Stitching Techniques Templates About the Author Thanks! Suppliers Index

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Book SynopsisThis book will give you the method, patterns and information on the yarns required to create your own gorgeous fox, bird, doll, dog, sheep, bunny and many other cute creatures. A number of the patterns come with quirky little extras such as flower crowns, dresses, and other accessories which can be used to personalise your creations. Suitable for absolute beginners and more experienced crocheters with step-by-step instructions and high quality photographs to help you create your own cute crocheted collection.

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Book SynopsisThis beautiful book draws on Robert Race's extensive collection of traditional moving toys, looking at the ways the makers have achieved remarkable and varied results, often with very limited resources. Each chapter begins by looking at the mechanisms and materials used in some of these traditional moving toys, goes on to consider possible variations, and describes how to make a related moving toy. It continues, from this basis, to develop a design for an automaton. The book shows that designing and making these simple but wonderfully satisfying mechanical devices is fun, and that good results can be achieved in many different ways, using a variety of materials, tools and equipment such as wood and wire, card and paper, bamboo, string, tin plate and feathers.

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