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Create quilts from a time long past but still very much a part of the quilting experience. These 14 quilt designs revisit a time when quilting was a necessity for most families. A time when every piece of cloth was put to use. The quilters of this era were truly some of the best. This book recreates the designs of a time when simple was beautiful. Farmhouse-Style Quilting is for the quilter who is looking for simple but elegant country quilting at its best.

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Hooded scarves offer a modern way to stay warm in cold weather. These six scarves not only have hoods, but handy pockets too! Hooded scarves can be worn in many ways. You can layer them on top of a sweater and wear the hood up or down, or you can tuck them inside your coat and wrap around your neck and leave one end hanging down. And don't forget they make great gifts because they are quick-to-stitch!

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Create amazing quilts with only two blocks! This pattern book is packed with 11 different designs that each combine two different blocks into one brilliant quilt. See how combining two blocks can add interest and even create whole new patterns.

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22 textured projects for you and your home. Projects include an oversize spring cardi, hats, scarves, doily, coasters, table runner, 16 stitches sampler throw, earrings, bracelets and more! Projects are made using various weights of yarn.

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'Stash' is a crochet term for leftover or oddball yarn and 'Stash-Busting' is finding a project that uses these small amounts of yarn. In this amazing book you will find over 40 designs all made with small amounts of different sizes of yarn for home, baby and accessories! Designs include gnome coasters, little gnomes, easy doilies, afghans, hot pads, baby blankets, baby slippers, a ladies shawlette, jewellery and more!

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Bring some good luck along, with a little bit of whimsy, to your home or that of a loved one with these fun projects featuring gnomes. The book is filled with nine creative designs. Find playful designs for all rooms of the house including projects for the kitchen, sewing room, holidays or a special gift.

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If you're one of those busy quilters with very little spare time for quilting here's the solution. This book contains 9 gorgeous quilts you can make using 2 1/2" precut strips. It's not always easy to find the time to select fabric, do the cutting and then actually sit down and stitch the pieces together and that's exactly why this book is so perfect. Each pattern was designed specifically with precuts in mind for the busy quilter.

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Includes a general overview of 500+ crochet stitches and helpful tips. Don't miss out on this special CD collection featuring our most popular stitch books all on one CD. The disc includes full-colour photography and complete instructions. The CD is both PC and MAC compatible.

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Take yourself on a pinwheel journey. Learn how to make unique pinwheels starting with the easy and working your way up to more challenging. Let these 8 unique quilts inspire you to stitch new and exciting quilted projects.

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Find a fresh collection of tried-and-true blocks designed with a new spin! The classic Churn Dash, Ohio Star, Jacob's Ladder and Pinwheel blocks are on display with new looks and eye-catching patterns. Enjoy your favourites in new ways, or feel inspired to make your own refreshed design!

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Choose from 20 holiday designs to warm your home for each season! From Christmas ornaments to Easter baskets, you can find festive crochet projects for the whole year.

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These 12 towel toppers are a great way to use up your yarn stash and add whimsy to your kitchen. With small amounts of worsted-weight yarn, you can make several fun and practical projects to keep your towels handy.

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This unique book includes patterns, all of which use Log Cabin blocks or variations of them to create fun, festive, beautiful, and intriguing quilts that the whole family will love! Included are pieced as well as appliqued designs for your walls, beds, and living room décor. Each pattern includes step-by-step instructions and full-colour images to help your imagination come to life!

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Fat quarters are the most popular and versatile pre-cut fabric. Folded up neatly at the store, they call to every quilter and ask to be brought home to your stash. Random fat quarters can be pulled together to make amazing "planned scrappy" quilts. A fat quarter bundle, on the other hand, is a great way to sample an entire line of fabric without waiting at the cutting counter. With more possibilities than other pre-cuts, it can be difficult to imagine a design and get stitching – but not for these talented designers! Whether it's a curated collection or random fat quarters you've been collecting, this book includes 12 creative designs you can turn to again and again.

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Gain or enhance piecing skills with the 9 stunning log cabin designs featured in this book and use up your scraps at the same time. Log cabin quilts are steeped in history. They have a timeless charm and have endless variations. Log Cabin Variations includes everything you need to create this most recognised of quilt designs - the patterns, instructions and the designers' unique spin on the traditional with today's fantastic fabrics and techniques. Also included is a raw-edge fusible appliqué tutorial, a quilting basics tutorial and an accuquilt chart for the rainbow log cabin quilt.

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When you stitch these colourful dishcloths you can almost hear the relaxing sound of the ocean! Each dishcloth is made using a DK-weight cotton yarn and a size G hook. Samples shown made using Sirdar Happy Cotton DK-weight yarn. Finished size: 8" sq. Designed by Lisa McDonald.

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Decorate your home this Christmas with 23 festive designs. Ornaments, garlands, afghans, pillows, angels, snowmen, gift-card holders and more are included in this book. Designs are made using mostly worsted-weight yarn, plus size 10 crochet cotton and bulky-weight yarn.

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Choose from a variety of different quilt patterns in all different kinds of sizes and layouts. This book is filled with 13 fun holiday designs that bring the magic of Christmas to life. Whether it's for your own home or to give as a gift, choose from a variety of different projects from quilts, cushions, ornaments, table runners, and place mats in all kinds of sizes.

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Create a quilted masterpiece that will stand the test of time. These gorgeous projects are just what you're looking for to add that special touch to your home over the festive period. You'll find each of these eight timeless patterns are irresistible to make!

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Whether you need a durable tote for the market or beach, these bags are versatile and fun! These 8 stylish and trendy bags are ready to stitch using worsted-weight cotton yarn and one made using strips of plastic bags! Designs are made using different crochet techniques such as filet, Tunisian, and several specialty stitches. Sizes range from 12" x 15" to 20" x 20" all excluding handles. Skill level: Easy to intermediate.

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The red, white and blue colour combination has been a perennial favourite among quilters for years. This book has a terrific collection of patterns from a pillow to table runners to wall and throw quilts ranging from beginner to confident beginner skill levels. Many of these projects include the popular star, but there are also a wide variety of other blocks chosen by our designers in styles versatile enough to work with any colour combination. Featuring designs by Wendy Sheppard, Julie Weaver, Nancy Scott, Sue Pfau, Scott Flanagan, Gina Gempesaw, Jennifer Thomas, Cassie Harms, Lisa Morlan and Carolyn Beam.

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Each of the nine projects in this book are ones that can be pieced in a weekend. With a little pre-planning, you can have a finished top in no time. From table toppers to bed quilts, having the fabrics chosen and pieces pre-cut ahead of time will allow you to get right to sewing when the time is right.

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Set the scene for Halloween! This book includes all the crochet patterns you need to decorate and entertain for the perfect Halloween party. Plus, you can stitch many of these 25+ patterns as fast as the flutter of a bat's wings! Crochet a spellbinding throw! Worked in a bright Halloween palette, the enchanting Esmerelda Throw captures the whimsy of the season. The throw is crocheted in rows of bewitching stitches that include clusters, bobbles and spike stitches. A monster face at every place; create some Spooktacular Mug Rugs each featuring a Halloween monster stitched in bright colours. Your guests can pick their favourites for party favours. Add a touch of drama to your dining room with a monochromatic Spooky Table Runner featuring the spooky silhouette of a cat perched upon a classic jack-o'-lantern.

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These little beauties make great gifts to slip into cards, or to use as coasters, package trims, sachets, party favours and much more. Made in a rainbow of colours, all are stitched using size 10 crochet thread. Skill level: Easy to intermediate.

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Create handy storage units or thoughtful gifts. This guide will help you make 14 different shaped baskets using Dk-, medium- (holding 2 strands together) and Super Bulky-weight yarns. Colourful Chevrons includes 2 size baskets - one with handles and one without; Hanging Around is a clever basket that can be hung on a peg, Textured Perfections is a beautiful textured basket, Stylish Storage is a set of 3 nesting baskets, Owl on Guard is a fun basket that looks like an owl, Woven Wonders is a set of 2 size woven baskets, Lacy Elegance includes 3 size baskets and Go Team is a basket that can be made in your favourite team colours!

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Everyone loves to crochet mandalas! These stunning afghans are works of art and are sure to take centre stage no matter how you display them. Designs include both squared-up and round versions. Includes 15 throws; four throws are made using dk weight, one bulky weight and all remaining throws use worsted weight yarn.

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Unleash your sewing imagination! Annie's Weekend Sewing features 30+ inspiring, quick and easy projects perfect for any room and every occasion. Craving a clutter buster? Our fun Sew Cosies make organising your sewing room a breeze. Upcycled canning jars are great for storing small sewing supplies, and these cute cosies are the perfect way to decorate them. Ready to bring the sunshine in? Brighten up your kitchen with our stash-busting Summer Fun Mug Rugs. Use your favourite fabric scraps to make this smiling duo in an afternoon. Dinner too hot to handle? Protect your hands and keep your meal hot with our Microwave Cosies. These handy cosies are perfect for heating up a mug of coffee, a bowl of soup or even a serving dish of food, and removing it from the microwave safely and comfortably. Don't miss out on this must-have special edition, sure to become a sewing lover's favourite! Get your copy and begin your projects today!

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Made using worsted- and chunky-weight yarns, these 8 sets of hats and scarves are great for casual and outdoor play! Hats are worked from the top-down, or bottom to top and even side to side. All include an opening at the top of the crown for a pony-tail or messy bun. Matching scarves include long wrap-around type and cowls. Size: Hats – 18" to 22" circumference; Scarves range from 8"W x 62"L to 10"W x 56 ½"L, Cowls range from 8"W x 32" circumference to 11"W x 36" circumference. Skill level: Easy to intermediate.

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Eleven sweet designs are made using light and worsted-weight yarn. Choose from mile-a-minute, pineapples, granny square and more. Perfect for a newborn baby! Skill level: Easy to intermediate

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Inspired by classic carols and holiday memories, this collection of festive designs from popular designer Wendy Sheppard will have you quilting throughout the Christmas season. Enjoy nine beautiful quilts, including cute and cheerful patterns as well as sophisticated seasonal designs you can enjoy all winter long.

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Quick & Easy Sewing is sure to have stylish and practical projects for decorating, organizing and last-minute gifts! Whether you only have a few hours or a whole weekend to sew, this collection makes it simple to choose a pattern and is filled with bright, happy projects you can make in an afternoon, a day, or a weekend. Beginners and advanced sewists alike will love to make these projects for every room of their house or for a friend. Quick & Easy Sewing includes a time estimate so you can easily pick the perfect project for your weekend!

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As colder weather sets in and the garden is harvested, countless quilters are inspired to create. Images of fresh pumpkins and falling leaves beg to be turned into warm and cozy quilts for every room of the home. The book features 11 creative projects that embody the autumn season. Whether you are a new or experienced quilter, you will be sure to love stitching the traditional and contemporary designs within these pages. From kitchen projects and wall hangings to full-size quilts, this collection will spark your creativity for many seasons to come.

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More Weekend Sewing will ensure that you never run out of quick-to-make designs. Each pattern can be completed in a weekend, with some of them taking only an afternoon, making them perfect for last minute gifts.

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Create stunning quilts in no time at all with this book packed with 14 beautiful quick-and-easy projects, most of which can be made in a day! Enjoy patterns for every skill level and taste. Craft charming chains and make a dazzling quilt using precuts. Ideal for stash-busting, this book is chock-full of projects to help clean out your scraps.

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This is the time to discover quilts with big blocks. Cut your piecing time in half with these larger than life blocks. 10 unique projects to choose from in all skill levels. You'll find everything from table toppers to bed quilts. It's time to up size for and explore the newest trend in quilting.

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Sometimes all you need is a small pop of colour, a quilted throw or a simple table topper to complete a room. It's not always easy to find just what you're looking for. This book features 10 gorgeous projects to choose from. Select your fabrics and colours and create the perfect accents for your home.

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From the first to the last page, this book includes a treasure trove of spectacular afghans. Everyone who crochets will be inspired by the vast assortment of textures, stitches and techniques. Granny squares, motifs, Tunisian, diagonal plus traditional stitches are all made complete with beautiful fringed, scalloped, pineapple and floral edgings. Like the variety and diversity of the people we know and love, this afghan collection offers 26 designs as varied as our homes and decorating styles. This book is sure to become a compendium of your most cherished afghan designs. Skill levels range from easy to experienced.

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