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Book SynopsisShows how to make adorable little miniature animals, using a few simple tools and some wool roving. This title features animals including birds, bears, cats, dogs, mice, a fox, a sheep, a seal and a bunny.

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Book SynopsisLittle Felted Dogs offers instructions to recreate a variety of breeds, including a bulldog, poodle, shiba inu, corgi, dachshund and many more. Each project includes step-by-step instructions and diagrams, making this book an accessible introduction to the beginner-friendly craft of needle felting.

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Book SynopsisMeet Pica Pau and her amigurumi friends! They're charming, cheerful and cute, and once you get to know them, they'll never leave your heart. The gentle rhino, the energetic otter, the chatty crocodile, the dreamy donkey and many more: each and every one is a happy member of the Pica Pau band. Toy maker, character designer and crochet knitter Yan Schenkel has gathered many colorful amigurumi around her. In this book, she shares her love and knowledge of amigurumi crochet in 20 new designs, and she also gives away the secret ingredients that go into every single project. All patterns contain detailed instructions and are accompanied by step-by-step pictures and explanations of all techniques used, so both beginners and advanced crocheters can easily get acquainted with her amigurumi companions. Immerse yourself in the wonderful world and marvelous magic of Pica Pau and friends.

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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 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 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 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 SynopsisInstructions for making doll scenes from Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, Sleeping Beauty, Rumpelstiltskin, Tom Thumb, Rapunzel, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarves and many more.Table of ContentsIntroduction 7 Using fairy tale scenes with children 9 BASIC PATTERNS AND TECHNIQUES 11 Needle-felting 11 Needle-felting the doll’s head 12 Wet felting 13 Wet felting the doll’s head 13 Making the face 14 Making the hair 16 Making the body 17 Felting flat sheets 19 Stitches 21 Doll measurements 23 SPRING 25 Cinderella 25 Snow White and Rose Red 29 Rapunzel 35 SUMMER 37 Sleeping Beauty (Little Briar-Rose) 37 AUTUMN 47 Thumbling 47 Rumpelstiltskin 51 Bother and sister 57 WINTER 61 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs 61 Hansel and Gretel 67 Mother Holle 77 ADDITIONAL TALES AND SCENES 81 Star Money (a birthday fairy tale) 81 The royal family 87

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Book SynopsisContaining 15 fantastic space-themed projects to make, The Space Craft Book will get children crafting and creating in no time. Aimed at boys and girls aged 3+, all of the projects can be made either from readily available items or from easy-to-source materials, parents can have little to no crafting experience to help! As well as space outfits to wear and essential astronaut accessories, there are also space-themed cakes and nibbles to make too. Projects include: constellation nightlight, space boots, mission control desk, booster pack, walkie talkie, giant cardboard rocket.

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Book SynopsisSo why do Waldorf dolls have few facial features? What is it about dolls that captures the imagination of children and adults around the world? This book answers these questions and highlights the power of dolls used for therapeutic purposes, recognising that soft dolls aren't just for children.From the simplest rag doll to curly-haired characters, this book gives straight-forward instructions, a guide to buying your materials and upcycling materials you already own. A lovingly hand-made doll makes the perfect present and these dolls are easy to make and will be much loved for generations.Large and small, knitted and sewn, beautiful dolls for making at homeFull step-by-step instructions with clear drawings and templatesDetailed directions to make 9 character dolls and their accessoriesBasic body part intructions enable you to create your own charactersCreate charming dolls' house doll family plus their clothes and accessoriesCreate clothes, bags, baby carrier and even pets for your dollsSimple and easy to achieve sewing for beginners

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Book SynopsisThis latest addition to the popular "Cozy" series is by a UK author and will appeal to knitters of all abilities. Each of the designs has comprehensive easy-to-follow instructions for knitting and assembly, as well as an additional techniques section. Full of charm and personality, these 30 knitted finger puppets will appeal to children of all ages. Russell ringmaster, Pixie Pete and Doctor Destiny are just some of the unique characters included in the book, with their own set of props they're perfect for inspiring creative play, acting out swashbuckling adventures or fulfilling fantasy fairy tales. With five different themes: Circus, Farmyard, Fairyland, High Seas and Science Lab, there's a set of puppets to bring a smile to every youngster's face.

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Book SynopsisCrochet Your Own Kawaii Animal Cuties is an adorable kawaii-style crochet kit that celebrates the cutest animals (including internet meme darlings like corgis, narwhals, and "trash pandas") with instructions to make 12 amigurumi animals and materials to make two projects.Table of ContentsAbout This Kit Abbreviations Chart Notes on Tools & Materials Crochet Stitches & Techniques PROJECTS 1. Sloth 2. Shiba Inu 3. Pug 4. Corgi 5. Fat Cat 6. Raccoon 7. Otters Holding Hands 8. Raptor 9. Owl 10. Cockatiel 11. Narwhal 12. Baby Seal About the Author Acknowledgments

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Book SynopsisStep into the vibrant world of Melly & Me to discover sewn softies that are utterly irresistible.Melly & Me present a fun and fabulous collection of personality-packed designs that will have you sewing adorable toys in no time! Each of the brightly coloured characters is a joy to sew for all abilities, making them the perfect gift for children or adults, or a trendy home accessory. Projects combine simple sewing techniques with funky fabrics, embellishments and colour palettes to add zing and excitement to your sewn toy creations. Easy to follow step by step instructions, quirky photography and traceable templates make this book a delightful gift as well as an irresistible addition to your sewing collection.Colourful fabrics, personality-packed characters and lots of fun details make up 12 distinctive designs. Girls of all ages will adore Lou-Lou the panda and shy mouse Mabelle.Little and not so little boys will want to make friends with Harry the monsteTable of ContentsA unique approach to sewn toys with a fun, modern style that will appeal to adults as much as children Sewing `softies’ is a great favourite with crafters – small, cute projects make great gifts or self-indulgences Melly & Me are a powerhouse design duo with a massive worldwide following

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Book SynopsisKnot Bad Amigurumi features easy and fun techniques for creating unique and adorable crochet characters—including a turtle, bee, rocket ship, and boba tea, along with ideas for personalizing creations.Trade Review“Readers will be instantly in awe of the uniqueness of this title… full of simple yet extraordinary patterns that would be a fun addition to any library collection.” * Library Journal *"Delightful. This fun guide is a must-read for crocheters of all levels." * Publishers Weekly STARRED Review *"Inspirational in both art and life, this little book is the perfect addition for those who’d like to create something different and live the yarn punk life." * Seattle Book Review *Table of ContentsIntroduction What Is Amigurumi? What You’ll Get Out of This Book 1 | Materials 1 Basic Tools Yarn, Hooks, Darning Needles, Safety Eyes, Scissors, Stitch Markers, Safety Pins, Fiberfill Choosing Yarn Crochet Terminology Reading a Pattern Working Yarn and Tail Yarn 2 | Stitch Techniques and Tutorials Stitches Yarn Over and Chain (YO and Ch) Magic Ring (MR) Slip Knot Slip Stitch (SI st) Single Crochet (Sc) Half Double Crochet (Hdc) Double Crochet (Dc) Turning in the Row Increase (Inc) Invisible Decrease (Inv dec) Front Loops Only (FLO) Back Loops Only (BLO) Working on the Right and Wrong Side Working along the Edge Other Essentials Attaching Two Panels Stitch Abbreviations Finishing Off Needlework Attaching Pieces Sewing a Hole Shut Sewing into the Back Loops Only Knotting Off and Weaving In Ends Embroidering Faces Changing Yarn Colors Stuffing 3 | Space Robust Rocket Ship The Bright Side of the Moon Searching Satellite Astral Alien Prosperous Planet 4 | Forest Refreshing Raindrop Beeping Bumblebee Adoring Acorn Lush Lily Pad Mushy Mushroom 5 | Seasonal Temperate Thermostat Wobbly Water Bottle Inconspicuous Igloo Fragrant Flower Silky Scarf 6 | BEACH Thrilled Turtle Breezy Beach Hat Surf’s Up Surfboard Sandy Beach Pail Bouncy Beach Ball 7 | Food and Drink Palatable Pizza Buttery Bread Bubbly Boba Tea Gentle Green Tea Celebration Candy Acknowledgments About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisThis is an illustrated history of Australian manufactured toys from 1900-1965, drawing on the authors authoritative collection. The book documents the production of each toy with beautiful colour photographs accompanied by relevant text about the toy and manufacturer.

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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