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Tins come in a huge range of shapes, sizes and colours and in this exciting and inspirational new book, Jemima Schlee shows you how to create an array of stylish products for your home using the humble tin. Tins can be cut, painted, pierced and sprays and the reader will be shown all the techniques, templates and equipment required to create 16 eye-catching creations with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. Take a Tin is broken down into four sections: Lighting, Decorations, Display and Storage.

Jemima Schlee's clever use of fabrics, textures, yarns and paint not only add personality and character to any interior, they are also an ideal way for thrifty types to create a new look on a budget. From homely armchairs and pouffes to eye-catching footstools and vintage-print seat pads, these are the personal touches that turn a house into a home. Split into four sections, the projects feature sewing, crochet, embroidery and painting, all are explained in a beginner-friendly style and are covered with clear step-by-step instructions. Projects include: Sashiko director's chair, Drop-in chair seat, Spindle-back chairs, Box cushions, Coffee-table footstool, Wine-crate footstool, Giant crochet pouffe and Wall-papered stools.

Fat Quarter: Gifts -- 25 Projects to Make from Short Lengths of FabricPart of a fantastic new series of stash-busting sewing books aimed at beginner to intermediate crafters, this book has 25 quick and easy projects to make, all from fat quarters or fabric scraps.Projects include:A child’s apronEarphone walletEgg cosyPlate dividersHairbrush bagMug matCredit card holderJewellery pouchTissue holderLined scarfGlasses holderEach project has easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography, as well as a comprehensive tools and techniques section.This book is ideal for using up leftover remnants of fabric to make great gifts.Give them to your family and friends or keep them for yourself!

Fat Quarter: Christmas -- 25 Projects to Make from Short Lengths of FabricPart of a fantastic new series of stash-busting sewing books aimed at beginner to intermediate crafters, this book has 25 quick and easy projects to make, all from fat quarters or fabric scraps.Projects include:Hanging heartsTree buntingFairy light shadesTraditional stockingGift bagCard ribbonsSnowflake garlandParcel beltDecorative rosetteNapkin ringsPlacementsMantle edgingEach project has easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography, as well as a comprehensive tools and techniques section. This book is ideal for using up leftover remnants of fabric to create a range of gorgeous items.Use them to decorate your home for the holiday season or simply to add unique finishing touches to gifts.

Deck the halls with pompoms! Fun and easy to make, pompoms are a great way to conjure up stylish decorations with maximum festive impact and minimum fuss. Including decorations to dress your tree, trimmings to jazz up your parcels and other cheerful accessories to spread festive spirit, this book is full of gorgeous photographs and also includes a techniques section that clearly explains all the skills you'll need to make the projects. The 20 jolly projects include: tree baubles, small fir tree, parcel ribbon, holly leaves and berries, garland, stocking trim and earrings.

Everyone has at least one long-forgotten ball of string lurking at the back of a drawer. This handy booklet shows you how to transform an everyday, mundane item into an array of exciting makes for your home. From rustic garden twine to soft cotton braid, the pleasingly tactile nature of string makes it perfect for crocheting crafty treasures. All the basic techniques and know-how are explained, with clear step-by-step instructions and pictures accompanying all 9 projects.· 9 eye-catching projects made from string· Clear step-by-step instructions and pictures· Comprehensive techniques sectionProjects include: Dish scrubs, Pot holders, Desk trays, Coin purse, Jam-jar candleholders, Bath mat,  Storage boxes.

From its practical origins in the ‘Wild West’, to a fashion statement today, the basic size and design of bandanas has altered little over the years. Available in an array of colors and patterns, the timeless bandana can create a striking design statement when upcycled and transformed into these eye-catching and practical makes.Projects include: notebook cover, shopping bag tidy, knitting bag, card holder, camera strap, needle case, flag, covered coat hanger, wreath,shoe bag· 11 unique projects made from bandanas· Clear step-by-step instructions and pictures· Comprehensive techniques section

Weekend Makes: English Paper Piecing teaches this traditional patchwork & quilting technique with a stylish collection of 25 simple projects for homewares and gift items. English Paper Piecing (EPP) is a hugely popular form of quilt-making that originated in England in the 1700s. It is a method of hand-piecing using a variety of paper templates to create an accurate mosaic-style pattern with a variety of fabrics.Beginner quilters will love the opening step-by-step instructions, while advanced sewers will enjoy using their existing skills to learn a new technique and create beautiful patchwork from a variety of interesting shapes including diamonds, triangles & clam shells as well as the traditional hexagon. Complete information on tools & equipment plus reusable templates and modern life-style photography give clear instructions for the construction of each project. The patterns are ideal for using up left-over fabrics, with a variety of colours and patterns throughout.Projects include: Brooch, small basket, tea cosy, notebook cover, cushion tote bag, tablet storage. 25 EPP projects for homewares and gift itemsHugely popular form of quilt-makingBeginner-friendly through to more advanced patternsClear, illustrated step-by-step instructions, reusable templates and detailed notes and tipsLatest in the Weekend Makes quilting collection from Janet Goddard

This attractive latest title in the Take a... series presents 16 original projects for your home and garden created with bandanas.Available in various colours and patterns, the timeless bandana can create a striking design statement when upcycled and transformed into these eye-catching and practical makes.The projects fall into four main sections:Outside entertainingIn the workroomIn the BedroomOut and aboutAnyone new to sewing need not worry. All the basic techniques and know-how are explained with clear step-by-step instructions and pictures.