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Macramé: Contemporary Projects for the Home is a stunning collection of 12 designs for modern homewares and accessories.Discover the popular craft of macramé with this follow-up to bestselling title, Macramé: Techniques and Projects for the Complete Beginner containing a whole new selection of projects to inspire absolute beginners and challenge more experienced makers. Packed with inspirational photography, illustrated step-by-step instructions, easy-to-follow techniques, and patterns for a wide range of projects, it covers everything you need to get to grips with this on- trend craft. Projects include:Mandala Wall HangingMirrorDeck ChairLampshadeCross Body BagTote BagFringed CushionDecorative Jars

The art of handcrafted metal clay jewellery is a fun and accessible way to create a range of stunning pieces from the comfort of your home. In this comprehensive guide, there are 30 main projects, each with extra projects to complete a set or to complement the main design, plus there is a wealth of advice on tools, materials and techniques, making it the perfect book for beginners. Step-by-step instructions, clear step photography and handy tips throughout will ensure confidence grows until you're happy to make alterations to suit, or to design your own masterpiece from scratch!

This exciting new title is the ideal introduction to hand sewing for children from the ages of eight and up. Most of the projects use felt as the base material because it comes in a wide range of colours, is easy to cut and doesn't fray; it can also be sewn using big needles that don't have to be razor sharp. Felt also has the advantage of being cheap and widely available. The book contains a section on tools and materials, as well as a section on techniques which include: running, back and blanket stitch. Other techniques are covered in projects throughout the book. Projects include: noughts-and-crosses game with felt pocket, finger puppets, headband, pencil case, book cover, cushion, drawstring bag and wall-hanging mobile.

Make your wedding your own with personalized jewelry! This exciting new title from Sian Hamilton, the editor of Making Jewellery magazine, is the ideal book for jewelry makers eager to learn the intricacies of creating wedding jewelry. Packed with 30 designs, Wedding Jewelry is broken down into six different collections with five different pieces in each collection. The collections are themed as follows: Vintage, Nature, Classic, Lace, Floral and Celtic.Although the book assumes some jewelry making knowledge, the techniques cover most of the basics that the reader will need to know. In addition to a techniques section, tools and materials are discussed in detail. Sian provides tips to help the bride incorporate colors to match wedding themes, outfits, and more.Projects include: headpieces, tiara, hairpins, brooches, necklaces, bracelets and earrings.

How to Cross Stitch is the perfect starting point for all those wanting to learn this rewarding and accessible craft. This simple-to-follow project-based book takes you through the basic techniques of how to cross stitch. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make, with clear step-by-step instructions. The straightforward explanations, combined with desirable projects, mean that no matter how little cross-stitch experience you have to start with, you'll soon be impressing friends and family with your new-found practical skills.Projects include:Decorative buttonsPersonalised coastersJungle themed wall hangingsPatterned cushion designsBeautifully photographed with easy-to-follow pictures.Suitable for beginners.

Projects and techniques have fully illustrated step-by-step instructions that make learning macramé quick and stress free! With projects ranging from making a simple wall hanging that’s great for a beginner to a useful market bag with T-shirt yarn for the more advanced crafter, this book will give the reader hours of creative fun and relaxation.

Wreaths features 22 festive craft projects to decorate your home for the Christmas season.There is nothing quite like seeing a beautiful Christmas wreath hanging on a front door to set the magic of the season alight. Wreaths combines both simple and modern styles with more traditional Christmas designs, featuring projects to suit everyone’s tastes. The projects use a wide range of materials, from a Christmas pudding made with wool and felt, through gorgeous white features adorned with copper leaf to a ribbon Christmas tree.22 beautiful and inspirational festive ideas to suit every homeSome projects have been specifically designed for the family to craft togetherEasy step-by-step instructions and extra sections about materials, tools and templates to help beginners to get started

Quick & Easy Macramé is a stunning collection of 12 projects for homewares and accessories.Delve into the art of macrame with 12 projects from home décor to fashion items that are perfect for the beginner and more advanced alike. Projects and techniques have step-by-step instructions that make learning macrame quick and stress free! With projects ranging from making a cute and simple pencil case that’s great for a beginner, to beautifully designed animal wall hangings that are ideal for any children’s bedroom for the more advanced crafter to try. This book will give the reader hours of creative fun and relaxation.Projects Include: pencil case, wall hangings, coasters, bunting, and hoop jewellery and so much more!

The art of handcrafted wirework jewelry is a fun and accessible way to create a range of stunning pieces from the comfort of your home. Whether you are looking to make jewelry for yourself, or as unique gifts for special occasions, you'll find all the inspiration and techniques you need here. In this comprehensive guide, there are 30 main projects, each with extra projects to complete a set or to complement the main design, plus there is a wealth of advice on tools, materials and techniques, making it the perfect book for beginners. Step-by-step instructions, clear step photography and handy tips throughout will ensure confidence grows until you're happy to make alterations to suit, or to design your own wirework masterpiece from scratch!

The art of handcrafted stringing and linking jewelry is a fun and accessible way to create a range of stunning pieces from the comfort of your home. In this comprehensive guide, there are 30 main projects, each with extra projects to complete a set or to complement the main design, plus there is a wealth of advice on tools, materials and techniques, making it the perfect book for beginners. Featuring projects from a range of jewelry designers, there is bound to be something to suit everyone. Step-by-step instructions, clear step photography and handy tips throughout will ensure confidence grows until you're happy to make alterations to suit, or to design your own masterpiece from scratch!