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A beginners' guide to the dolls' house hobby / by Nisbett, Jean;: Includes bibliographical references (p. 154) and index.; Subjects: Dollhouses; Doll furniture; Miniature furniture; Miniature craft;; © 2005., Guild of Master Craftsman Publications,; Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1; unAPI
Punch-needle craft : learn to punch needle with 30 contemporary step-by-step projects / by Youngs, Clare,author.;: 30 super-easy projects for beautiful and colorful homewares, accessories, and gifts. Punch-needle embroidery is the perfect creative and mindful hobby, and involves punching threads into fabric to form a design. Ideal for beginners, it requires just a punch-needle pen and a few basic supplies, and is also a great way of upcycling scraps of yarn or thread. With this beautifully illustrated book by Clare Youngs, you'll learn how to use this skill of "painting with wool" to make 30 gorgeous and colorful projects. For the home, try your hand at stitching textured plant pot covers, or create a hanging decoration as a centerpiece for your living room. You'll also discover how to make accessories including a patterned tote bag, and designs such as zipped pouches and geometric pillows that make brilliant gifts. So pick up a punch needle and explore your creative side with this accessible and versatile craft.; Subjects: Embroidery.; Handicraft.; Punched work.;; Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1; unAPI
Simple machine sewing : a beginner's guide to making home accessories, bags, clothes, and more / by Pressley, Angela,author.;: As well as being an invaluable skill and a relaxing hobby, machine sewing is a great way of being kind to the planet by upcycling scraps of fabric. Here, expert sewing teacher Angela Pressley shows you how to make 30 stunning homewares, accessories, and garments, each of which will help you to practice different techniques. Learn how to sew curves, add pockets, and work with lightweight fabrics as you make bag designs such as a jewelry pouch, a reversible tote, and a foldaway shopper. Next, master topstitching, quilting, and patchwork so that you can create homewares including a pouffe, bowl cozies, and plant-pot covers. Finally, there's a chapter of clothes and accessories such as a top, a cross-back apron, and a bucket hat, where you'll learn how to sew a double hem, add a lining, and draft a paper pattern. You'll also find a guide to all the tools and equipment you will need, as well as step-by-step tutorials that guide you through the machine-sewing techniques.; Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Machine sewing.; Patchwork; Textile crafts.; Machine sewing; Sewing;; Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1; unAPI
Vibrant punch needle décor : adorn your home with colorful florals & geometric patterns / by Lowry, Melissa,author.;: "Melissa Lowry, author of Handmade Animal Dolls, shows readers how to embellish their home with the trending quick and easy art of punch needle embroidery. Readers can follow Melissa's gorgeous patterns and simple step-by-step instructions to create one-of-a-kind pieces. With just a punch needle-available at any craft store or online-yarn, and fabric readers can get started right away. Unlike traditional embroidery, knitting and crochet, there are no complicated stitches or special techniques. Slip the yarn into the needle and punch through the fabric to create a textured design. It's a relaxing, meditative craft, easy to do while chatting with friends or watching a favorite show. Inspired by Melissa's Mexican heritage, these patterns reflect the vibrant colors and geometric patterns of traditional textiles, with a modern touch. The book includes full-size templates, so readers can replicate Melissa's signature designs. Beginners can get that amazing handmade look in a just an hour or two, creating beautiful pillows, hoop art, napkins and placements from scratch. Readers who want to dive deeper into the craft can tackle large-scale rugs and wall-hangings along with more detailed designs. Contemporary, colorful, and truly unique, these projects make it easy to pick up a satisfying hobby and personalize your home"--; Subjects: Embroidery; Punched work.;; Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1; unAPI

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