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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.;
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Cute knitted animals : adorable patterns for birds. jungle animals, ocean creatures, and more / by Stratford, Sue,author.;
"Pick up your needles and knit your way through this super-cute collection of 35 patterns. Each adorable animal is made with simple techniques and can be completed in a few hours or a weekend. Create animals of the savannah including a fearsome lion, a giraffe and a striking zebra. Explore the rainforest as you stitch a tree frog, an orangutan and a chameleon in multicoloured yarn. Dive into the Ocean, Rivers and Lakes chapter, and make creatures from a hippo and a flamingo to a dolphin and a narwhal. Take to the skies and knit beautiful birds such as an owl, a pelican and a toucan. Each pattern features stunning photography as well as a skill rating. You'll also find a step-by-step guide to all the stitches and skills you'll need. Whether you want to make beautiful animals to display in your home or to give away as gifts or toys, these gorgeous designs will inspire you to get knitting"--
Subjects: Animals in art.; Knitting.; Soft toy making.;
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Punch needle embroidery for beginners / by Davidson, Lucy(Graphic designer),author.;
Punch needle embroidery is back! It's a simple technique that involves nothing more than a punch needle - like a normal sewing needle, but with a handle and an aperture at the tip. It can be used on any fabric using either yarn or thread, and creates a textured, raised finish that's soft to the touch and beautiful to look at. The easy-to-learn technique and repetitive action makes this the perfect, mindful pursuit, and projects from wall hangings and cushions to children's toys, bags and purses can be worked up quickly and easily with minimal effort. Author Lucy Davidson's imaginative designs are stunning, and will appeal to anyone with an eye for clean, modern design. All the techniques you need are described at the start of the book, with information on how to hold the needle, how to start and finish a thread and how to achieve a variety of interesting textures and colour combinations. There are then 12 projects to try, all accompanied by charts, written instructions and beautiful photographs of the finished pieces.
Subjects: Punched work.; Embroidery;
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Knit or dye trying / by Pleiter, Allie,1962-;
"As spring comes to Collinstown, the village launches a food festival to draw a new group of tourists. Libby, proud owner of Y.A.R.N., has planned a yarn event to provide an alternative option to a foodie weekend. Artisan fiber dyer Julie Wilson--known for her work with animal-friendly, plant-based knitting fibers such as bamboo and hemp as well as her brilliant use of color--will hopefully draw a crowd with a special dyeing workshop. The festival begins, but it draws more than crowds. First a flock of sheep parades down the street, herded by farmers protesting Julie's antiwool stance. Then Julie's celebrity chef sister appears, and the siblings resume a long-standing rivalry. Despite all this, Julie's workshop has sold out. Libby is thrilled, and they're preparing for a full house. But the night before the event, Julie is found alone in the warehouse event space--dead. The witty "Watch Julie Wilson Dye" workshop title now has a terrible new meaning--and it's up to Libby to catch a crafty killer"--
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Cozy mysteries.; Women-owned business enterprises; Knitting; Murder;
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Knitting stitches : step by step / by Shaw, Jo,author.; DK Publishing, Inc.,publisher.;
A modern, photographed directory of over 150 knitting stitches, covering techniques including cables, fair isle, lace, and intarsia. More than 150 eye-catching, stash-busting stitches to take your knitting to the next level. Take your knitting to the next level with Knitting Stitches Step-by-Step. Whatever your knitting ability, this essential guide will help you master a huge range of techniques and patterns, including colorwork, fair isle and intarsia, cables and textural patterns, lace knitting, and methods for casting on and off. Find inspiration for your next knitting project or adapt a design you know and love with tips on incorporating different stitches into your work. Every stitch is accompanied by full instructions, with clear photographs and annotations so that you can follow even the trickiest of methods with ease, while the Tools chapter will help you prepare with the right needles, yarn, and other tools you'll need to recreate each technique. With an at-a-glance gallery to help you find the perfect stitch for your next project, this modern classic is a must-have for knitters of all ages and abilities.
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Knitting.; Knitting; Knitting;
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Easy crochet for beginners : learn to crochet with 35 simple projects / by Trench, Nicki,author.;
"Nicki Trench, one of the leading figures in the revival and promotion of home crafts, has designed a series of patterns that will guide you from the initial crochet stitches to producing beautiful projects incorporating a wide range of techniques. Starting you off is Crochet Know-How, which explains all the stitches with clear step-by-step artwork and instructions. Next, there are three chapters packed with patterns to improve your skills. In Starting Out, you will find a simple springtime afghan and a pretty hat for a toddler, both of which you'll find amazingly easy and quick to create. Once you've mastered these, Practice Makes Perfect provides more of a challenge. Whip up some cute gifts for babies and young children, including baby bibs and blankets, or treat yourself to a pair of gloves in soft light-worsted yarn and a chunky seashell scarf to keep you warm on cold mornings. Finally, Confident Crocheting has more advanced patterns, ranging from a family of adorable dolls to a cherub dress with decorative picot stitching"--
Subjects: Pattern books.; Crocheting; Crocheting.;
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The beginner's guide to knitting : easy techniques and 8 fun projects / by Rowe, Lynne,author.;
Unlock the art of knitting: expert guidance, easy projects, and essential tips to begin your knitting journey with confidence! Renowned knitting expert Lynne Rowe will be your trusted mentor, walking you through every step of the way. With Lynne's expert guidance, you'll effortlessly learn how to hold your needles, select the perfect yarn, decipher knitting patterns, execute various stitches, employ seamless sewing techniques, and conquer your very first knitting projects. Lynne's friendly approach, easy-to-follow advice and clear tutorials will ease you into the welcoming world of knitting. By taking small steps and familiarizing yourself with the knitting terminology and techniques, you'll swiftly grasp the basics and become a confident knitter in no time at all. What makes this book truly exceptional is that each project progressively builds upon your knitting skills, so you'll soon be creating your own knitted wearable accessories and home décor items with all things bright and woolly! Whether you aspire to knit heartfelt gifts for loved ones, express your creativity through handmade fashion, or simply find solace in the rhythmic motions of knitting, this book has everything you need to get started.
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Knitting.; Knitting; Knitting;
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Crocheted cats : fabulous feline patterns for pillows, accessories, home décor, and more / by Donovan, Barbara,author.;
Features designs based on much-loved pet cats including a Tabby, Maine Coon, and Ragdoll, as well as wild cats such as a tiger, lion, and bobcat. In this stunning collection of 35 patterns, Barbara Donovan shows you how to make cute cat projects that are so realistic you'll think they're about to meow and purr! Crochet gorgeous pillows such as a black-and-white cat, a sweet Scottish Fold, and a magnificent lion. For the home, make enchanting designs including a framed Siamese cat and a tiger wall hanging. There are also beautiful accessories such as a mini white cat purse, a cat-motif gadget sleeve, and kitten keyrings. Each pattern is labelled with its skill level, and there are designs for beginners through to experienced crocheters. You can even change the yarn colours to replicate your own or a loved one's cat companion. The step-by-step techniques section shows you all the skills you'll need to bring these adorable cats to life. Whether you're a cat lover, crochet enthusiast, or want to make unique gifts for family and friends, this catty collection is the purrfect inspiration for your next craft adventure.
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Cats in art.; Cats.; Crocheting.; Crocheting;
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The creative instigator's handbook : a DIY guide to making social change through art / by Prain, Leanne,author.;
"From the co-creator of the seminal craftivism book Yarn Bombing: a guide for creatives to making impactful, socially engaged art projects. Flash mobs come and go, but purposeful creativity can change communities. Are you a creative (aspiring or otherwise) who is curious about how you can apply your skills to activist, socially engaged art projects? Whether you paint, sew, sing, build, weld, or rhyme, The Creative Instigator's Handbook explores how to take that big project you've been dreaming about and actually make it happen. In response to the challenging times that we live in, Make It Meaningful will inspire readers to use their creativity to spur change in the world around them. Guiding readers through the various aspects of a project from ideation to final documentation, the book examines the relationship between creative leadership, community art projects, and social justice, and includes the perspectives of 23 creative instigators who have stretched the boundaries of what art should or shouldn't do. Bold and imaginative, The Creative Instigator's Handbook will appeal to creatives willing to expand their comfort zones by jumping into the fray and doing some outrageous, inspired rabble-rousing of their very own."--
Subjects: Artists and community.; Artists; Arts and society.; Arts; Political art.; Social action.;
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Amigurumi crochet : super-cute patterns for animals, sea creatures, sweet treats, and more / by Strutt, Laura,1979-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Crochet 35 adorable amigurumi projects, including a butterfly, flowers, cherries, a paintbrush, and more. Make your own collection of 35 cuddly characters with these easy-to-crochet patterns from expert crafter Laura Strutt. Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting 3D toys, and by using just a few basic techniques, you'll be amazed by how you can create inventive projects that are bursting with personality. In chapter 1, Foodie Fun, discover how to crochet a trio of peas in a pod, treats such as a cupcake and an ice cream, and even some mini sushi. Chapter 2, Underwater Adventures, is packed with colorful creatures such as a jellyfish, a seahorse, and a mermaid. In chapter 3, Out in the Garden, there are adorable animals including a friendly fox and a sweet bunny as well an enchanting toadstool. Chapter 4, Daily Life, features charming makes such as crayons in rainbow colors, a little coffee cup, and a happy houseplant. Finally, chapter 5, Supersize, includes a range of larger-than-life designs, all made with super-soft bulky chenille yarn. As well as advice on tools and materials, you'll also find a step-by-step illustrated guide to all the crochet stitches and techniques you will need"-
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Amigurumi; Animals in art.; Crocheting; Soft toy making;
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