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206 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
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"What do Korean bojagi wrapping cloths, Cameroonian Bamileke boubous, Peruvian montera hats, and Hungarian cifraszür shepherd cloaks have in common? Each is made using the ancient technique of patchwork -- the art of juxtaposing fabrics and motifs to create blankets, clothes, accessories, and more. This volume follows Catherine Legrand as she sews together an ethnographic patchwork map. Legrand has spent many years traveling and researching textiles...
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159 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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"¡Aprende más de 200 puntos de bordado con esta práctica guía! Si estás buscando perfeccionar tu técnica o aprender a bordar, este libro de bordado será tu mejor aliado. Reúne toda la información que necesitas para convertirte en todo un experto de este arte milenario: materiales y técnicas de montaje, telas, marcos, explicaciones paso a paso y fotografías a todo color de los diferentes puntadas de bordado."--
"An inspirational and practical...
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Punch Needle Tattoo Designs is the perfect punch needle embroidery guide for today's modern crafters! Great for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts alike, this inspiring project book features 18 on-trend and super cool tattoo art-inspired projects and a total of 47 designs that feature bold colors and a sassy twist to traditional techniques. With easy-to-follow instructions, stunning photography, ready-to-use punch needle patterns to guide...
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Knitters who have mastered the designs in Marianne Kinzel's First Book of Modern Lace Knitting as well as needleworkers looking for distinctive knitted lace patterns and projects will welcome this second book by Mrs. Kinzel. The new designs include "Maidenhair," "Diamond," "Grand Slam" (a special feature for bridge players), "Arabesque," "La Traviata," "Maple Garland," "Lilac Time," "Trifolium," and a set of three of Mrs. Kinzel's noted floral patterns,...
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Originally published in the 1940s. A comprehensive book of advice on the very ancient handicraft of Netting or Braiding. Contents Include: Needles and Tools; Planning Many Different Types of Nets; Rabbit Nets; Fishing Nets; Sports Nets; Landing Nets; Hammocks; Square Mesh; Circular Netting; Fancy Pattern Netting; Repairing; Splicing; etc. The contents are well illustrated with explanatory diagrams and photos.
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Elegant as it is fun and exciting, Embroidering Plants and Flowers for Beginners is a must-have guide that embroidery enthusiasts of all skills levels will love. Opening with helpful overviews on tools, supplies, and techniques for transferring designs, installing the drum, and more, also included are easy-to-follow tutorials on all the essential embroidery stitches to help you get started. From there, you'll find over 30 embroidery designs for flowers,...
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The first thing you will need to master the art of knitting is the right type of yarn. Depending on the type of project you are working on, you will need to choose the right type of yarn. For instance, you may need to choose wool yarn for winter items like sweaters, thick cotton yarn for hats and scarves, or lighter cotton-blend yarn for summer tops and shawls.
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You can crochet socks! With techniques as easy as crocheting a hat, this collection of sock patterns includes several designs that are fun, quick and delightful to wear. Plus, find helpful instructions that teach you everything you need to know about stitching socks that fit.
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6 Shades of Stitches is a handy reference guide that invites knitters to experiment with a variety of new stitch combinations. Step-by-step instructions and a full-color photo of a hand-knitted swatch are included for each stitch.
With Marina's knitting expertise at your fingertips, you have all the tools you need to create patterns that finally make your dream designs a reality. This timeless and influential book is poised to inspire a whole...
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Hand Knitting is an amazing craft that changed my life in a wonderful way and it can change yours too!
It is soothing and calming, it is literally therapeutical and makes you feel better every time you are Hand knitting. You will be hooked from the first moment you try it and you will just keep knitting more beautiful blankets, pillows, cat beds and hats for yourself and all your relatives and friends.
Happy Knitting! - Larissa Koedyker, the...
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The only baby-knitting book you'll ever need, Big Book of Baby Knits features a collection of over 80 adorable projects that range in difficulty so there's something for everyone to accomplish, no matter your skill level! With clear instructions, written patterns with charts, gorgeous photography, and tips along the way, projects can be accomplished fairly, quickly. From baby clothes and toys to baby blankets and accessories, these achievable designs...
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"Valentine's Day Quotes Counted Cross Stitch Pattern Book" is a delightful collection of large sayings, perfect for simple stitching and customizable colors. This book presents a wonderful assortment of cute Valentine's Day sayings, offering a unique way to express your love and creativity. The largest pattern is 200 crosses tall, and the most colors per pattern is one, allowing you to swap it out for your favorite color. The book features:No fractional...
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Make Your Embroidery Pop with 3-D Techniques
"A well-written book that will continue to expand embroidery collections and encourage creativity along the way." -Sarah Sieg, Library Journal
#1 New Release in Embroidery
Follow author and needlework artist Rachael Dobbins as she teaches you how to embroider flowers, portraits, and other 3-D patterns that make your art pop-literally. Using a combination of traditional and unconventional stitching...
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This collection of projects will have you and your family covered! Crochet 7 sets of Hats & Scarves made using sock-, medium-, and bulky-weight yarns. 15 different designs include Man's Camo Hat & Scarf, Fun & Funky Half-Hats for adults & children, Man's Hat & Scarf, Romantic Lace Hat & Scarf, Snow Crest Hat, Scarf & Mittens, City Girl Hat & Scarf and Snowball Hat & Scarf. These make great gifts for family and friends. Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate....
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Get the pocket guide to embroidery that everyone's talking about-a sixty-four page mini book that's perfect to take on the go! Keep your favorite stitches within reach, with this all-in-one reference for hand stitchers, crazy quilters, and free-form embroiderers. Learn the best stabilizers and thread for embroidery from expert Christen Brown, then branch out with embellishments, beads, and charms. This petite paperback is the perfect size for your...
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If you're a fan of both knitting and crocheting, then Tunisian crochet is for you! Tunisian crochet is a needlework technique that borrows elements from both knitting and crocheting and is often referred to as "Afghan crochet" or "Afghan stitch". A special hook called an Afghan hook is used for this method of crochet.First Time Tunisian Crochet is an informative crochet booklet that teaches different stitches, from easy (Tunisian simple stitch) to...
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