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In 2026, the UK celebrates the Bayeux Tapestry’s first trip to British soil in 900 years, with a feted exhibition at the British Museum. With Tapestry enthusiast and embroidery expert Mia Hansson as your guide, celebrate this historic moment: embroider your way through the story of the Norman conquest of England in 1066, and recreate some of the world’s most famous embroidery for yourself using simple stitches and full-size iron-on transfers.'If you’re at all interested in the amazing 11th-century piece of art that is the Bayeux Tapestry, or if you want to try your own hand at embroidering like an Anglo-Saxon, grab this book.' – Dr David Musgrove: Content Director of HistoryExtra and co-author of The Story of the Bayeux Tapestry.Bring the Bayeux Tapestry to life by embroidering 25 historic scenes featuring bishops, knights, trees, dragons, horses and, of course, King Harold with the fateful arrow in his eye.Discover creative insights into the craftsmanship and skill used to create one of the most significant cultural artefacts in the world and recreate key parts of it for yourself using simple stitches and full-size iron-on transfers.Choose from the 25 iron-on transfer designs: simply cut them out and iron them on to your fabric, giving you precise outlines and a shortcut to stitching.The book contains a complete guide to tools and materials (just seven shades of 2-ply crewel wool are used), and illustrated step-by-step instructions for working the four stitches (stem stitch, chain stitch, double running stitch and Bayeux stitch), along with advice on using the transfers and planning your stitch journey.Discover 20 additional key scenes of historical significance explored with Mia's technical insight, and uncover things you might not have noticed before: featureless seafarers, a man kneeling on an invisible leg, floating torsos and horses with impossible legs.The embroidery designs are presented chronologically, and with reference to their placement on the Tapestry, so that you can easily navigate this extraordinary work of art and understand the historical context.Stunning photography and instructive stitch diagrams make this historical and artistic masterpiece accessible whether you want to replicate one of Aesop's fables that appear in the friezes, or majestic sections such as Harold's coronation.About the author: in 2016, Mia Hansson started embroidering a full-scale Bayeux Tapestry replica, using fabrics and threads as similar as possible to those used in the original work. She is due to finish this extraordinary achievement in time for the 1,000th anniversary of William the Conqueror’s birth, in 2027. The Bayeux Tapestry spans almost 70 metres (77 yards) and features over 1,500 designs.'This is a beautiful, practical, and incredibly informative book. Mia’s up-close and personal experience of recreating the Bayeux Tapestry with her own needle adds an extra dimension to our knowledge of the embroidery. If you’re at all interested in the amazing 11th-century piece of art that is the Bayeux Tapestry, or if you want to try your own hand at embroidering like an Anglo-Saxon, grab this book.' – Dr David Musgrove is Content Director of HistoryExtra and co-author of The Story of the Bayeux Tapestry.

Over 200 essential embroidery stitches in a new and up-to-date edition of the original and immensely successful stitch bible, by best-selling author and needlework designer Betty Barnden.'This is one of my absolute favorite stitch dictionaries. It’s really good! I love the layout of the book and the instructions. I like the clarity of the diagrams, I like the samples of the stitches (...) it’s just a great stitch dictionary to have on your shelf!' Mary Corbet, needlenthread.comTrends in embroidery styles come and go, but the basic stitches and techniques remain the same. In this essential directory, hand sewers will have a collection of over 200 stitches at their fingertips – from basic chain worked into fabric through to Florentine work on a canvas. Each one is explained with written step-by-step instructions and how-to techniques to get you started, and are accompanied by clear artwork and a photo of the finished stitch.Follow the diagrams and instructions in this beautifully illustrated and jam-packed book to discover the wonderful variety of effects that can be created with just a needle and thread, and discover – or rediscover – the sensuous, tactile, wearable art of embroidery.

Learn how to create delicate, see-through flowers in watercolour with the help of immensely popular artist, pattern designer and YouTuber, Olga Koelsch.In her debut book, Olga gently guides beginners and experienced artists alike through the process of painting flowers, combining the accuracy of botanical illustration with the expression and freedom of modern watercolour. Beginning with a concise introduction to the key things you'll need to get started, as well as Olga's most-used watercolour methods, straight away you can start to paint 6 different stunning plant projects – magnolia, eucalyptus, bellflower, rose, peony and iris. Every project has clear photography and step-by-step instructions, as well as an outline at the back of the book that can be traced, if you need a little help when beginning your painting. If you need inspiration for what to do with your finished artwork, Olga has shared a stunning collection of her own examples that showcase the flowers beautifully – from cards and wall art to fabrics that would make a beautiful robe for a loved one.Whether you're looking to start painting flowers with a nod to botanical illustration, or to learn how to create beautiful flowers to adorn personal items, you'll be struck by the timeless and unique artwork that fills How to Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers.

The ultimate guide to granny square crochet: 110 colourful and contemporary designs plus a complete primer on tools, materials and key techniques.Discover 110 inspiring designs: 59 granny squares and swatches, 21 geometric motifs and 30 flowers.From classic squares to textured swatches and from geometric shapes to stunning crochet flowers, this comprehensive guide will provide you with boundless inspiration. Completely beginner-friendly, and featuring illustrated step-by-step guides to all the key stitches and techniques needed, inside you'll discover:guidance at every step, from selecting the right yarn and hook to understanding essential stitches to more advanced techniques like puff stitch, popcorn stitch and even Tunisian crochet.how to join your squares seamlessly for a polished finish; explore exciting project ideas, including blankets, scarves, cushions and even flower garlands.110 simple, easy-to-follow projects: every design comes with full written instructions and an illustrated crochet chart.The Granny Squares Bible is more than just a pattern book; it will unlock your creative potential and help you transform your yarn stash into beautiful, personalized creations.This is a translation from the French edition by crafter and author Hiroko Aono-Billson.

Master the art of storytelling through stitch and create your own deeply personal embroidered treasures, with innovative multidisciplinary artist Aitor Saraiba.Using treasured fabrics and personal memories interwoven with embroidery, mending and natural dyeing, discover 12 contemporary projects designed to unlock your creativity.In this sumptuous, inspiring guide, Aitor Saraiba invites makers of all skill levels to transform fabrics and threads into deeply personal, meaningful objects. Drawing on his childhood in La Mancha, where sewing was a vital thread in the fabric of community life, Aitor combines the philosophy of zero waste with contemporary design.This book is a toolkit for self-expression, designed to help you slow down, look inwards and craft unique and deeply meaningful items. Discover:12 stunning creative textile art projects: follow step-by-step instructions to create scapulars, framed appliqué pieces, textile books and snippet rolls; for truly personal home décor, create warm, inviting pieces like mini throws, scatter cushions and a whimsical heart pincushion.Guidance on sustainable mending: embrace the beauty of repair. Learn the Japanese art of Boro to help you customize existing clothes, and turn ‘wear and tear’ into artistic expression.Natural dyeing made simple: a complete, approachable guide to creating your own dye palette using logwood, tea, onion and iron.Includes essential resources: featuring a curated guide to sewing materials and Aitor’s favourite stitches, plus full-scale templates.A stunning yet practical coffee-table book: the hardback format and sumptuous finish make this a perfect gift and a treasured collectible.Your complete textile art workbook: an all-in-one resource covering mending, natural dyeing and creative embroidery – the perfect guide for holistic crafting for sewists of all abilities.Embroider, Mend and Sew strips away the illusion of ‘perfect’ crafting, encouraging you to use whatever is at hand to create something beautiful and meaningful.This book is a translation from the best-selling Spanish title, Cose, zurce y borda by Aitor Saraiba.

Knit a stunning collection of 20 colourful, cozy shawls, from popular designer and internationally published author, Melanie Berg (Mairlynd).Create a statement shawl for every season with this stash-busting collection, which features a range of textures, colourwork designs and shapes.Perfect for using up small amounts of treasured yarns, and for adding a perfect handmade touch to any outfit, a hand-knitted shawl is the ultimate personal style statement! Whether you crave the airy comfort of a simple knit or the eye-catching drama of colourwork, this collection will be your next obsession.Perfect for confident beginners and upwards this book will help you:Create your perfect statement shawl: 20 stunning designs with all the necessary charts included. Experiment with a variety of shapes, constructions and stitch patterns – from asymmetrical wraps to elegant, comforting pieces.Build your knitting knowledge with introductory sections on creating swatches, substituting yarns and blocking, plus further knitting techniques including intarsia and German short rows.Unlock your colour confidence: Melanie shares her expert tips and tricks on choosing and combining colours to ensure your finished shawl is either a timeless, elegant piece or a real eyecatcher that perfectly represents you.Easy Shawls to Knit is your permission slip to be adventurous, play with colour and create an intensely personal masterpiece. It's time to find your perfect match – or perhaps, several!This book wraps together 20 of the most popular designs from Melanie’s previously published bilingual German/English books Shawls (9783772481406) and Colorwork Shawls (9783772481703) into one spectacular collection.