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Kristina Tamuleviciute, founder of the popular Ravelry store and Instagram LunarStill_Gothic, has conjured up 24 dark and dainty projects to give your wardrobe some added dramatic flair. From lace collars and webbed arm warmers to shawls enshrouded in skulls, these pieces may look intricate but Kristina makes them feel anything but thanks to her basic stitch tutorials and helpful step-by-step photos.Each piece is unique enough to make a statement or they can be worn together to create dramatic outfits for the ultimate Victorian-inspired look. Bring lacey accents to your favourite outfits with the Spiderweb Lace Collar or the Fancy Wrist Cuffs. Dress up your tops with flowing sleeves like those found on the Two-Toned Skull Scarf and the Spiderweb Shawl. And with so many single-colour, one-size-fits-all accessories, even fledgling crocheters will be amazed at how quick and easy it is to knit up pieces that show off their inner darkness.With so many options to mix and match, this collection of dark and stunning crochet clothing is sure to become a Goth’s best friend. This book will have 24 projects over 50 photos.

Improve your artistic fitness - no sweating required! Join Hannah M. Pickerill for a watercolour crash course to bolster your skills and build a diverse portfolio. By completing one comprehensive lesson a day, you’ll radically improve your watercolour skills in one month while painting over 30 landscapes, animal portraits, single subject studies and abstract zentangles alike.Divided in two parts, Hannah first makes painting essentials fun, with interactive lessons and exercises on everything from colour theory and composition to mark-making and glazing. Once you’ve warmed up, she takes your work to the next level in part two, with chapters on applied techniques, advanced subjects and experimental applications, like using watercolour graphite pencils or painting with your palette knife.Whether you’re looking for improvement in a flash or are more focused on the journey, these lessons are written to help you succeed and surpass your watercolour goals. Perfect for beginners looking to learn the basics or intermediate watercolourists looking refine their techniques and banish artist’s block, Hannah’s accessible art boot camp is the fun way to invigorate your painting practice.

Fill your wardrobe with breathtaking handmade pieces that you will treasure for years to come. Knitwear designer Helene Arnesen is a master in combining simple knitting techniques with elegant details, such as billowing sleeves, ribbon ties and lace edging, to capture the romantic essence of vintage fashion. More than just a collection of practical patterns, this thoughtfully and artistically crafted book will evoke inspiration and delight with each turn of the page. With Helene, a world of beautiful feminine charm is only a knit purl away.

Wear your passions loud and proud with these colour-work socks that are as fun to make as they are to wear! Colorwork sock maven Charlotte Stone is back with quirky patterns that knitters will love to bring to life, from beloved pets to favorite foods to hobbies galore. Express your personality or create a special gift with sock themes like:• Apple Picking• Who Let the Dogs Out?• Gnome Place like Home• Don’t Bug Me• Fancy a Cuppa?• Kiss a Frog• Pizza Night• Fashion Is My PassionCharlotte’s encouraging expert instruction makes stranded colourwork and sock construction as easy as can be, so you can jazz up your sock drawer with joy woven into every stitch.

Wander through the enchanted forest with this collection of beautiful, magical crochet patterns. Divided into four chapters, each with their own ethereal theme, these pieces reflect the essence of fantasy while still being wearable. Some patterns lean into a more character-inspired look, as each chapter’s patterns work together to create a singular cohesive outfit, while others are subtle enough for every day wear. Perfect for those who enjoy bringing a touch of whimsy and magic into their days, and especially helpful for dressing up for a con, festival or fair, these otherworldly pieces are sure to inspire your mystical side.Feel the playfulness of forest fairies in the Pixie Bell Shrug and Forager’s Gloves, or connect with the rivers and sea with a Selkie’s Wrap or Mistweaver Top. Capture the eerie beauty of the night with the shimmering Lunar Ties Top and Wraith’s Veil—or be one with them all and combine pieces to create your own unique outfit. Based primarily on European folklore and mythology, these patterns will bewitch you and introduce you to the lore of creatures great and small. Pack your satchel, and set off on a journey through the hidden realm.This book will have 16 patterns and 16 full colour beauty photos, as well as alternative close-up photos.

Nikk Alcaraz, creator of Practical Peculiarities, brings you a book full of peculiar desserts that willbring a distinctly macabre air to your next dinner party. Your guests will know that they’ve finally caught your eye when you bring out a platter of Apple Eye Pies that stare up from the plate. Or, gaze in wonder as you tempt the hands of fate with a Tarot Sun Sheet Cake that brings magic to mind.Dare to depart from ordinary confections and conjure up some extraordinary bakes - they’re to die for!

All of the cuddles, none of the sewing!Craft huggable mini crochet creations in a flash with this beginner-friendly guide to no-sew amigurumi. The founder of CrochetByGenna, crochet artist and fiber teacher Genna Tatu walks you through each step to creating charismatic plushies, from adorable dogs and dinosaurs to deliciously darling mushrooms and macarons.She’ll take you from the farm to the depths of the ocean and everywhere in between with 40 projects, including plushies like:Agile AxolotlGentle GiraffeJoyous JellyfishCuddly CowOutgoing OpossumWhimsical WhaleGroovy Gummy BearSavory SushiAnd best of all? Each project requires absolutely no sewing. Whether you’re making your own plushie pals, gifting to a friend or looking for new ideas to sell at markets, you will want to make the whole collection! With Genna as your guide, enter the magical world of amigurumi and create an armful of playful plushies in just a few hours.

Embark on a whimsical painting adventure to discover the magical world of watercolour, using your paintbrush to conjure beautiful fantasy forest scenes filled with wonder, beauty and mystery. Beginner artists will relax and enjoy creating a variety of forest vignettes featuring magical creatures and imaginative nature scenes. And fantasy readers can even make art inspired by their favourite stories using the elements shared here.Paint your way through the Grove of Wonders and discover A Goblin’s Gemstone Stash or Rune Magic from the Past. Line your forest trail with Eyes from the Shadows and walk alongside A Slithering Stream while A Crescent Moon in the Forest lights your way. As a fantasy short story writer, Kiara naturally weaves storytelling into the project introductions and directions, inspiring wonder and inviting readers to escape the stress of their daily lives. Get lost in this ethereal new land and make magnificent watercolour masterpieces with a swish and a flick of the brush.This book will have 25 illustrated step by step projects.

Build your watercolour confidence and step into your inner artist while learning to paint beautiful flowers alongside watercolour expert Bianca Rosen, founder of the popular art account @artbybianca. Bianca is with you every step along the way to guide you through painting a playful pansy or a sacred lotus. From wildflowers to garden flowers to desert and tropical blooms, each project tutorial features Bianca’s signature encouragement and “you can do it” spirit to celebrate imperfections and embrace joy in your watercolours.These 50 easy projects feel like stepping into Bianca’s workshop class—or her colourful Instagram feed—right at home. The collection’s illustrated 3-6 step instructions allow you to visualise how each brushstroke adds to the completed flower. Bianca’s single-bloom style is approachable for watercolour beginners while creating a beautiful final piece that will satisfy even experienced painters.This book will have 50 projects with step-by-step illustrations.

Customise your closet with 12 patterns meant to show off the bold prints of vintage bedsheets—so you can be sustainable and fashionable while tapping into your inner child! Designer Kelsey Swarthout of @ropedropdesign is an expert in creating classic garments and accessories that give your heirloom or thrifted Winnie-the-Pooh, The Little Mermaid, or Star Wars sheets new life.With Kelsey’s guidance and encouragement, any level of sewist, from adventurous beginner to seasoned pro, can make any size dress from XS to 4X from just one twin-sized flat sheet! Kelsey shows how to make an adorable babydoll dress, puff dress, puffer jacket, vest, and more, all from upcycled fabrics. This dynamic, charming collection includes not only QR codes for printable digital patterns but also Kelsey’s detailed instructions and step-by-step photos, so you can follow along with ease. Plus, bonus tutorials for adding pockets and changing the length of any garment make it super simple to personalise your handmade clothes. With this guide, you can create a truly unique, sustainable wardrobe featuring the prints and characters that are close to your heart. It’s just like magic!

Beautiful oddities have fascinated humanity from the beginning of time. Dive into the occult and create breathtaking watercolour art with this stunning ode to bugs, butterflies and the mysteries of an antique collection. Learn how to capture the beauty and symmetry of winged wonders like the Death Hawk Moth, Blue Morpho Butterfly and Flower Chafer. Pair live specimens with preserved or petrified odds and ends like a Moth Dust Bottle, Antique Magnifying Glass or a Cat Skull to create the perfect memento mori still-life. Explore the wonderous world of creepy crawlies and build your watercolour skills with tutorials on the Hercules Beetle, Leaf Insect and Tarantula.For anyone interested in the obscure or slightly obscene, this guide is full of beginner-friendly tutorials taught by insect enthusiast and illustrator, Nassybah Touriño. With her expert guidance, readers will paint their way through a unique collection of beautiful insects and vintage stow-aways.This book will have 35 projects with accompanying beauty and step-by-step images.

Prepare delicious meals with this no-frills, all-flavor recipe collection from Jessica Secrest, the wildly popular home chef known for her hostile humor and affordable recipes. Her long-awaited debut cookbook has an array of mouthwatering meals that focus on low-effort ingredients and techniques—think pre-shredded cheese, tater tots galore, and your handy-dandy slow cooker—so you’ll have an endless source of recipes to feed your family without wasting time or money.Jessica’s signature style is present throughout each page, loudly guiding you in the kitchen and reminding you that tasty cooking doesn’t always need to be done with a smile. Recipes include:- The BEST Baked Mac and Cheese- Taco Potato Tot Casserole- Egg Roll in a Bowl- Cowboy BBQ Burgers- Teriyaki Pork- Fried Pickle Quesadillas- Sloppy Joe Fries- Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke DipWhether you are looking to tackle weeknight dinner, Sunday breakfast, or an out-of-nowhere dessert craving, you’ll have Jessica in your corner each step of the way, aggressively reminding you that no matter what you create, there’s no doubt it’ll be good.

Mosaic crochet is such a fun way to create beautifully intricate colourwork patterns - from bold, graphic images to more delicate, dainty designs - all while only using single crochet and double crochet stitches, and without having to change colours in the middle of a row. While this may sound deceptively simple, this colourwork technique can be intimidating to beginner and experienced crocheters alike. Luckily for crafters everywhere, Alexis Sixel, creator of Sixel Design and mosaic crochet expert, is here to walk you through this exciting technique, step by colorful step.Begin with the basics as you learn to set up the necessary foundation rows, read mosaic charts and crochet the all-important border stitches. From there, Alexis will teach you how to let your stitches bloom into beautiful mosaic masterpieces, with thorough process photos for maximum clarity. From there, you’ll be able to whip up eye-catching home décor and accessories like the Sun and Moon Accent Pillow, Climbing Vines Arm Warmers, Sanctuary Wall Art and many more! So step into the vibrant world of mosaic crochet, and stitch your way to a bold, beautiful home.This book will contain 15 projects with 30 styled photographs plus step-by-steps.

Explore enchanting wildflowers, grasses, and meadows in the third installment of Camilla Damsbo Brix’s bestselling Ink & Wash series. Camilla guides you through 25 charming tutorials, complete with thorough step-by-step instructions and illustrations that make impressionist studies accessible for all. With detailed sections on everything from essential watercolor and fineliner techniques to capturing varied floral shapes and types of light, this all-encompassing handbook sets anyone up for success, regardless of skill level. From classic floral favourites like pincushion flowers and wild roses to captivating native plants like cowslips and meadow foxtail, you’ll never look at a seemingly simple field the same way again!

Dive Into the Magical World of Fantasy CartographyIf you’ve ever wanted to create your own fantasy realm, have a more immersive gaming experience, or finally remember where your adventuring party’s heading, cartographer Cody James King is here to guide you. With simple instructions and clear step-by-step illustrations, you’ll learn to draw everything from rivers, cliffs, and coastlines to castles and deadly ruins. Hone your skills and take your maps to the next level with elaborate borders and isometric compass roses or explore a new perspective with maps of various scales (all the way from single rooms to sprawling galaxies). Whether you’re creating a Dungeons & Dragons map or perfecting your fantasy novel’s worldbuilding, this comprehensive guide ensures you have the materials and know-how to get the job done.With Cody’s infectious enthusiasm, humor, and passion for his craft, you’ll build more detailed worlds and have a deeper knowledge of the art of mapmaking—just in time for your next campaign!

Enter the wonderful world of Tunisian crochet and create unique, beautiful pieces that will carry you through each and every season! With careful guidance from pattern designer Ashley Rivas, you can crochet these lovely tops using the trendy Tunisian technique - filling your wardrobe with everything from cosy pullovers to comfy tees. This easy-to-follow, comprehensive guide will walk you though each and every method, including Tunisian crochet’s signature Forward Pass and Return Pass, ensuring that each top you create is high quality and will last a lifetime.Snuggle up with the Lavender Fields Pullover or a Classic Cable Sweater. Create dimensional layers with the Starlight Cardigan or Lakeside Gingham Coat. For warmer days, create a casual Wild Sage Tank or a Sunny Side Up Tee.Whether you are looking to pick up a new crochet technique, expand your wardrobe, or create treasured gifts for loved ones, anything is possible with this all-encompassing guide. Relying on Ashley’s expertise and stunning patterns, you’ll soon have a closet filled with stylish handmade pieces.

Everything You Need to Get Started with PotteryIf you ever daydream about delving into pottery but aren't sure where to begin, this is your book. Professional potter Kara Leigh Ford will be your personal pottery guide, helping you to overcome any doubts about your abilities. All you need are curiosity and a few simple tools to mold stunning stoneware with confidence. Inspiring projects and primers on equipment, technique, clay types and setting up a workspace make pottery approachable for complete newcomers, as well as budding potters who want to hone their skills. Plus, gorgeous photos from Kara's studio offer visual guidance every step of the way.Enter the wonderful world of ceramics with hand building, the meditative method behind your next mug, spoon set or soap dish. When you're ready for the wheel, easy-to-follow instructions cover the foundations of throwing bowls, plates, vases and other beginner-friendly kitchenware like a pro. Each stand-alone piece builds upon a skill introduced in the previous project: Craft all ten and you've learned pottery's fundamentals! Tutorials on glazing and decorative techniques will help you discover your own unique style and understand the basics of the firing process-whether in your own kiln or at a community studio-ensuring beautifully finished pieces.Kara's can-do approach brings handmade ceramic creations fully within reach. Whether you want to make charming home decor or thoughtful gifts for loved ones, you'll find all you need to embark on your pottery journey.

Lloyd Rose, creator of @plantcrazii, is inspired by his Jamaican heritage and love of the island flavours he grew up with. When he went vegan, Lloyd devoted himself to recreating his favourite Caribbean foods to fit his new plant-based lifestyle, and now he’s sharing his best fresh, tropical vegan recipes with you!These plant-powered meals celebrate the rich cuisine and culture of the Caribbean without compromising on authenticity or flavour. Nourish your body and soul with staples like Trini Doubles, Island Flair Sweet Plantains and Pulled Jerk BBQ Sliders. Try creative, flavour-packed dishes such as Mango Habanero Mushrooms, Curry Jackfruit Chick’N, Haitian Accra Fritters and Piña Colada Ice Cream. Anyone following a plant-based lifestyle—or just looking for creative new ways to cook veggies—will fall in love with Lloyd’s delicious, wholesome island cooking.

The weaving game just got a whole lot more vibrant. Beginners will love the easy-to-follow approach and bright, cheerful style of weaver extraordinaire and instructor Jen Duffin. With Jen’s expert direction, you’ll go from learning to warp your loom and weaving basic stitches to creating colorful, professional-quality tapestries in 12 step-by-step projects.Learn essential - and fun - techniques with the classic Party Weave, then experiment with unconventional materials with Into the Wild Weave or the bubbly Sunset Gradient Weave. Try your hand at unique colour blocking with Rainbow Plaid, or play with shape with a circular loom in Cloudy with a Chance of Rainbows. Each project helps you build your skills and confidence as a weaver and results in bold, colourful pieces that are sure to brighten up your home.Through these projects, Jen will expand your realm of weaving possibilities, so you’ll be on your way to warping, weaving and displaying your treasured wall art in no time.

Enter a mysterious realm of witchcraft and wonder with an incredible array of easy-to-follow watercolour projects from artist Lizzy Gass. Beginning with small and simple art tutorials, readers will learn how to draw and paint a variety of mystical items and assemble them in their own, unique way on a witch’s shelf. Known for her whimsical creations of various types of fantasy worlds, Lizzy has created the opportunity to look behind the veil of all types of witches and bring the magical items they possess to life.Learn how to draw a Mysterious Cauldron, Magic Potion Bottles, or a Mortar and Pestle with Spelled Herbs to create the gorgeous world of the Kitchen Witch. Create a Pumpkin from the Witch’s Garden or the Floral Teacup with Matching Saucer for the dreamlike Cottage Witch. Draw a Stargazing Telescope or Beautiful Seashells for the mysterious Sea Witch. Add to the page with an Essence of Starlight or Moonlight Infused Amethyst Crystal for the otherworldly Celestial Witch.Sprinkle the page with some sparkling magic as you create these stunning and original pieces of art that, together, illustrate an imaginative look into a witch’s mystical world.This book will include 75 projects with step-by-step illustrations.

Stop the stress-loop of not feeling well and being told there are no definitive solutions. The path to healing starts with this all-encompassing guide to PCOS. From managing symptoms to advocating for yourself in the medical world, health and wellness coach Drew Baird delivers expert advice to help you feel better in your body.Whether you’re dealing with irregular periods, acne flareups, weight fluctuation, or excessive hair growth, you’ll learn to take control of your hormones and embrace your relationship with your body. Discover the history of the syndrome, different diets for PCOS, exercise as medicine, breakdowns of different supplements and vitamins, and how natural solutions can have a positive impact on different symptoms. A staunch advocate, Drew approaches each topic with the care and understanding you deserve.If you’re tired of sorting through piles of misinformation, being shrugged off by doctors, and feeling like a failure, this guide is your answer to taking back control.

Unlock a whole new realm of plant-based cooking as you celebrate the rich, vibrant flavours and traditional ingredients that make Middle Eastern fare so diverse and delicious. From Noha Elbadry-Cloud, creator of the popular food account @leeksnbeets, comes the ultimate guide to cooking perfectly veganised meals from this vast, enthralling region.This collection of 60 mouthwatering recipes is filled with iconic basics like The Best Ever Pita Bread, magnificent mains like Baby Potato and Jackfruit Tagine and Beef-Style Seitan Shawarma Wraps with sumptuous sides like Baba Ghanouj. And with delectable desserts like Walnut Pecan Baklava and Basbousa, there’s something here for every taste and occasion. So what are you waiting for? Embark on an inspiring culinary journey through the flavours of the Middle East, all while staying true to your vegan lifestyle.

Any crocheter looking for haunting patterns that match their alternative, dark vibe will die for these tapestry crochet designs These macabre patterns, from the creator of Crochet or Cry, are designed with absolute beginners in mind. Using only basic stitches and simple colour changes, Emily Chavez creatively uses the tapestry crochet method to achieve bold graphics without the complexity of more advanced mosaic crochet techniques.Work up designs like an eye weeping from a dark flower, a bewitching crystal ball in the stars, or an ethereal wreathed deer skull. Or, bring some Halloween into your everyday with a ghost rising from a cup of tea or coffee, or a fringed bust of Frankenstein’s monster. No matter what devilish design you start with, you can finish it in any way you choose—with instructions for wall hangings, pillows, totes, and more!Crocheters will love the satisfying experience of watching an image emerge one row at a time with these stunning dark crochet projects.This book will have 20 projects and 20 photos, plus tutorial step by steps.

This health-focused guide is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to make sourdough bread from ancient and whole grains. These approachable recipes, with step-by-step pictures and helpful tricks, will be an introductory course to the large number of people looking to bake sourdough from all-natural ingredients, that still yield its quintessential taste and texture. This collection covers everything you need to know about baking sourdough with alternative grains-making a starter from scratch, helpful baking equipment, tackling common problems-so readers walk away feeling like gurus. Recipes address the specific challenges of baking with different grains, offering detailed instructions as well as troubleshooting guides, so readers can fix whatever problems they encounter along the way, making the process nearly foolproof. Perfect Elaine's easy-to-follow Master Recipe and then apply it to breads made from alternative flours for a rewarding, cleaner product. Enjoy a range of sourdoughs made from wholegrain, rye, einkorn, spelt and more, as well as inventive recipes that play off your starter, such as Spelt and Cheese Focaccia and Buttermilk Sourdough Scones. Recipes combine ancient grains and white flour, for a delicious outcome that clearly reflects Elaine's hard work in coming up with the perfect flour ratios for the best ancient grain sourdough. This book has 60 recipes and 60 beauty photos.

Combining modern techniques with traditional dishes, Zachary Rodriguez breathes new life into Mexican cuisine in his debut cookbook. Pulling inspiration from meals made by his grandmother, Zachary makes authentic Mexican dishes approachable and accessible for beginner cooks looking to dive into this beloved culinary genre.With classics like Tequila Lime Steak Quesadillas and Chili Rellanos, staple sides like Chipotle Salsa and Pico de Gallo, and breakfast dishes like Breakfast Tacos and Chilaquiles Verdes, each recipe celebrates Mexico through cultural insights and personal anecdotes. Learn where certain ingredients and recipes originated while gathering helpful insider tips and tricks on how to perfect each dish.Brimming with over 60 mouthwatering recipes, this all-encompassing culinary guide will soon become any at-home chef’s trusted source for Mexican cuisine.

Legendary Creations Comfortable Enough to Wear and Wield!Become the character you were destined to be! Joyce van den Goor, founder of Pretzl Cosplay, is here to guide you on your epic cosplay journey. Learn all the best tools, materials and trade techniques - such as sanding, shaping, detailing, painting and so much more - to craft standout armor and lightweight props out of EVA foam. Both cheap and easy-to-handle, this material is perfect for total newbies!With 22 different projects to test your skills, you’re sure to impress at your next comic-con, Renaissance faire or live action role-playing event. From a medieval warrior’s armor to a woodland elf’s iconic ears to an enchanting sorcerer’s handy spellbook, these pieces will serve as the perfect addition to your work-in-progress costume, or you can combine them all to create three full cosplay looks. Joyce provides traceable patterns for each project as well as detailed step-by-step images and plenty of ideas for variation. You’ll find all of the large fold-out patterns conveniently included in the back envelope, while the rest are the perfect size for printing at home.Remember: It’s dangerous to go alone! Take this comprehensive guide, and you’ll have everything you need to bring your nerdiest dreams to life.

From projects like Wicker Man to Black Rabbit to Blood Moon Weeping Willow, Lindsay's signature style lends a touch of macabre to cross-stitch projects that you'll be eager to hang on a wall or give as a gift. The dark, witchy aesthetic is becoming more and more trendy in fashion and art, and cross-stitch is the perfect medium to try it out. Easier and more accessible than embroidery, cross-stitch is growing in popularity and is an easy craft to pick up and dive into. With moody subjects like nocturnal creatures, thistles, ghostberries and graveyards, these incredible designs will turn you into a cross-stitch master in no time! This captivating collection is full of easy-to-follow patterns and all of Lindsay's best tips and techniques for creating bewitching cross-stitch projects. So whether you're a lifelong Halloween enthusiast or a fan of gothic art, adding a little subversive charm to your cross-stitch repertoire couldn't be easier or more fun.

Parker York Smith loves to use fashion to express himself and have fun being creative. His approachable, modern men’s style advice has garnered him more than 3 million followers online interested in improving their own style.In this accessible, motivating guide to hacking men’s fashion, Parker teaches readers how to first define their own personal style, then how to shop for that style and recreate outfits they like on others. Throughout, Parker shares his favorite styling solutions (dress down formal suit pants with a t-shirt to get more use out of them) and fashion myths to ditch (mixing black and brown or navy is no longer a faux pas!), plus how to dress for special occasions (experiment with jewelry or pocket squares to jazz up a boring black suit).Parker makes fashion easy to understand for anyone who wants to get a little bit out of their style comfort zone, upgrade their look, and boost their confidence.This book will have 60 photos.