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Crochet new life into unloved, unworn clothes with sustainable fashion hacks!This book is not just a collection of crochet patterns or a selection of makes to keep you looking 'de rigeur'. Oh no! This book is actually a toolkit of hints, tips and instructions to help you rethink the clothes that are already around you, from your own wardrobe to second-hand stores and thrifted finds. This book is a way of life.Whether it's repairing tears and holes, adjusting the fit of a garment such as increasing the length of the body or sleeves, or completely restyling a piece of clothing into something altogether more exciting, these innovative crochet ideas will keep more garments out of landfill and bring them back to life as your new wardrobe faves.Sustainable fashion hero and crochet hacking pioneer Emma Friedlander-Collins of @SteelandStitch takes you step-by-step through the process of crocheting into denim, jersey, wool and other fabrics, with 17 projects to save you money AND save the planet!

Turn your kitchen into a waste-free zone with these crafty solutions for everything from 'unpaper' towels to reusable kitchen wipes and clever storage solutions.The zero waste movement is huge and this collection will help you to craft your own zero waste solutions - with just a few craft skills you will be able to turn your unwanted waste into storage and cleaning items for your kitchen.The kitchen is the heart of our homes and finding ways to make it feel healthy and wholesome are really important. From leftover food scraps to the endless packaging that our food comes in, there's so much that goes on in a kitchen and it's the place in our homes where we generate the mosts waste. Make your kitchen more sustainable with some clever craft ideas for reusing, upcycling and transforming waste. Whether you're a committed crafter or new to making, there is something for everyone no matter what your skill level is.Choose from projects and tutorials for the kitchen including sewing, crochet, patchwork, upcycling and reuse ideas. There are also some projects that require cutting, sticking and even drilling thrown in for good measure: learning how to do little bits of everything will give you a 'toolkit' to think creatively about how to reuse everyday things as you progress on your journey to zero waste living. Learn how to use up fabric scraps and old linen to create beeswax wraps for storing food; make your own paper caddy liners for food waste and create pots for growing kitchen herbs from empty bottles. Create a unique and practical apron from an old pair of thrifted curtains and sew some handy storage ideas for the family using pockets rescued from unwanted clothes.Upcycling and reuse gurus Emma Friedlander-Collins and Christine Leech show you how to turn your kitchen into a zero-waste zone with step-by-step instructions and some clever crafting. Packed full of original ideas, Zero Waste: Kitchen will help you to live the zero-waste way and improve your efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle while at the same time having fun.

Celebrate Christmas the zero-waste way with these crafty solutions for everything from Christmas tree decorations to advent calendars. The zero-waste movement is huge and this collection of crafty ideas will help you to create your own zero waste solutions for a sustainable Christmas.It's time to reclaim Christmas - this collection is all about using the things around you to bring festive cheer to your home. It's about crafting and creating together and using what you've got to make unique, unusual items that you can enjoy year after year. By crafting your zero-waste Christmas you are also creating memories ; something that cannot be bought online.Upcycling and reuse gurus Emma Friedlander-Collins and Christine Leech show you how to turn Christmas into a zero-waste experience with step-by-step instructions and some clever crafting. Whether you're a committed crafter or new to making, there is something for everyone no matter what your skill level is. Choose from projects and tutorials for a sustainable Christmas including sewing, crochet, upcycling and reuse ideas. You don't need to have lots of craft skills to create these projects, there are step-by-step instructions for each one. There are also instructions for the basic craft techniques such as crochet and embroidery so you can get stuck in straightaway. There are four different Christmas themed chapters: Hot; Frosty; Skandi and Retro so you pick your favourite style or mix and match for festive mash-up! Projects include Coffee Cup Baubles; a minimalist wreath made using an old cake tin; a milk carton advent calendar and some magical fairy lights made using takeaway containers. Choose your favourite projects from this collection of 24 projects including no-waste decorations for the tree and zero-waste gift wrap. Packed full of original ideas, Zero Waste: Christmas will help you to celebrate the zero-waste way and improve your efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle while at the same time having fun.

Unleash your little ones’ imagination with these fabulous fancy dress pieces that are quick and simple to make and customise.When Emma Friedlander-Collins was a new convert to crochet and a mother of two small superheroes, she was frustrated by the lack of patterns available for children’s costumes, so she decided to start designing her own. This collection is the result, featuring 35+ garments and accessories that make up 15 different costumes. All the dressing-up favourites are here, from pirates, mermaids, superheroes and Vikings to fairytale characters such as Rapunzel and Red Riding Hood. There are even some furry friends – just look at the cute cat and floppy-eared bunny outfits! All of the items are suitable for various ages and sizes, require no complicated sewing or finishing, and will cost you a fraction of the price of store-bought outfits. Plus, they're quick to whip up, making them great for last-minute panics over forgotten party invitations.

Crochet 35 COLOURFUL and CREATIVE designs for shoppers, clutch bags, purses and more.Featuring stunning yarns, the patterns introduce you to techniques including GRANNY SQUARES, 3D FLOWERS and TAPESTRY CROCHET which creates blocks of colour.USE UP YARN FROM YOUR STASH – many designs use only a small amount of each colour.You’ll find patterns for totes and holdalls, including a Spring Shopper with neon-bright trim and a Kit Bag in green and khaki – ideal for camping and festivals, or just for when you’ve got a lot to carry.There are bags and purses for carrying around your essentials, such as a Blue Block Bag made in tapestry crochet, a Foraging Basket and a cute Strawberry Coin Purse.To complete your collection, there are handy cases and covers such as a Zigzag Glasses Case, a Geometric Pencil Case and an E-Reader Cover.With a techniques section covering all the stitches as well as tapestry crochet, plus instructions on how to add linings, you’ll be able to make accessories that are both beautiful and useful. Crocheted Bags, Totes and Purses is a fantastic new edition of 35 Crocheted Bags.