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1) Making marbled paper: paint techniques & patterns for classic & modern marbleizing on paper & silk
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159 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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"Contains information on how to create marbled paper and silk projects based on the four basic marble patterns. Each basic marble pattern has a set of several different step-by-step techniques that include photos"-Provided by the publisher"--
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155 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
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English
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A comprehensive guide for both first-time quilters and those looking for a refresher course, Urban Quilting teaches you everything you need to know about this timeless craft. Each pattern contains instructions for three different quilt sizes, with designs that feature bold colors and geometric shapes that will stand out and look stunning in your home.-- back cover.
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224 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm
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English
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Providing the essential information to start creating beautiful projects immediately, Knit Step by Step is an easy-to-master and colorfully illustrated reference that will reinforce good techniques and inspire creativity. Includes the essential equipment and materials, photographed and fully explained, techniques with simple-to-follow, detailed instructions, and handy galleries that provide a quick visual reference to all stitches and patterns featured....
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148 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm
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English
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"Nina Granlund St̆her -- the best-selling author of Mittens from Around Norway, Socks from Around Norway, and Knits from Around Norway -- is a fan favorite of knitters worldwide for her attention to detail, her engaging color combinations, and her talent for breathing fresh life into Norwegian textile history. Now, she's brought together a selection of her personal favorites from her previous titles, plus a handful of brand-new patterns, in this...
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127 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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English
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"There are 17 incredible projects for you to experiment and try out your new skills. Each of these can be adapted in order to create your own personalised wall hangings so you can make special heirloom woven art for friends and family. Kristin explains how to set up the loom, gives guidance for yarn amounts and what other tools and equipment are needed for each project. All of the projects are suitable for a an A3 sized loom so you only need one size...
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207 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm
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English
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"Introducing the first official Harry Potter knitting book--deluxe guide to creating over 25 authentic Harry Potter knits based on the iconic films. Channel the magic of the Harry Potter films from the screen to your needles with the ultimate knitter's guide to the Wizarding World. Featuring over 25 magical knits pictured in gorgeous full-color photography, this book includes patterns for clothing, home projects, and keepsakes pulled straight from...
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208 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm
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English
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"Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned expert in quilting, this all-in-one encyclopedia of quilting explains every process and answers every technical question you might have about patchwork, quilting and appliqué through more than a thousand step-by-step pictures. A peerless reference book, this new edition brings classic inspiration to a whole new generation."--
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned expert in quilting, this book explains...
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159 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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English
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"Break through the boundaries of traditional wirework jewelry to discover the world of intricate possibilities in Woven in Wire. As you weave, sculpt, and transform wire, award-winning jeweler and wirework instructor Sarah Thompson guides you through the steps of achieving spectacular wearable art."--Back cover.
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144 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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English
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"50 huck embroidery designs for the modern needlecrafter. Swedish weaving, also known as "huck embroidery" or "huck weaving," is a needlework style that has existed for hundreds of years. This book contains everything stitchers need to complete Swedish weaving (huck embroidery) designs, making it perfect for both seasoned stitchers and beginners who are just trying the craft for the first time. Also included are the types of fabric, needles, and thread...
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127 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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"Embrace and enjoy sewing by hand...Make sewing by hand your next creative accomplishment! Embrace the chance to unwind and enjoy the process of creating hand made quilt blocks with Becky Goldsmith's step-by-step instructions. Start at the beginning and learn how to appliqué, quilt, and paper piece by hand, and appreciate the unique dedication of a hand-sewn project, guaranteeing your patchwork project to be one of your most special and personal...
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"Latvian mittens, with their distinctive shape and diverse range of colours and patterns, play an important role in Latvian culture and history. Traditionally, mittens were most often given as wedding gifts and the act of making mittens for special occasions continues today. Many of the motifs in the patterns in this collection are derived from Latvian mythology and incorporate various folk symbols. Each knitted design has a different meaning and...
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Cross-stitch is a traditional hobby-- but your designs don't have to be! Buziak shares patterns that reflect a modern sensibility, most of them designed to fit into a 6-inch or smaller embroidery hoop. Patterns are organized by themes, and an introductory section offers advice on tools, supplies, and stitching.
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268 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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"The Untamed Thread takes you inside Fleur Woods' contemporary fibre art studio in rural Aotearoa New Zealand, where her practice is as untamed as the natural landscape that inspires her -- free of rules, guided by intuition and joy in the process. Embracing stitch's slow, contemplative nature, connect with your creative spirit through her tips, hints and techniques to reimagine embroidery as a contemporary tool for mark-making.Taking you on a journey...
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79 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm
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English
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From Alisha and Roisin McDonnell, the entrepreneurs behind Sew Botanical, Embroidery: Learn in a Weekend is an easy way to get into this popular craft--with instructions, templates, and contemporary projects that will guide you along the way. Embroidery covers the materials you need to get going, offers simple introductions to the key stitches, and includes ten contemporary projects that evolve in complexity. Each project has a template to be copied,...
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172 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm
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English
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"Three hundred years ago, Norwegian fishermen went to sea no matter the wind or weather--and they needed warm, comfortable, durable sweaters to protect them from the cold while they worked. Now, photographs and documentation of surviving examples have been brought together to form the foundation for this collection: timeless traditional patterning applied to modern styling and shaping, for a selection of sweaters, cardigans, hats, mittens, vests,...
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175 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm
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English
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"This practical handbook teaches you all the methods needed to make your own lampshades in a wide range of styles -- from the simple drum hard lampshade to the more complex hand-sewn traditional gathered and pleated designs. As well as clear demonstrations, it gives information on frames and fittings, how to work with different fabrics and papers, and showcases how using your own designs offers a truly bespoke approach. Here you will learn everything...
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"Simple shapes are ideal for the novice knitter, but the clever folds and fastenings of Knit, Fold, Pleat, Repeat will intrigue the experienced crowd too. These techniques are easy to learn, and the design possibilities...are nearly endless. Each design starts with a simple rectangle, square, or triangle and builds from there: to fold, drape, or twist the shape into a garment or accessory."--
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96 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm
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English
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Learn how to do Tunisian crochet and make 10 fabulously stylish projects for you and your home. Tunisian crochet is a great way of producing stunningly creative textiles and Emma Guess shows you how in this book. Offering the perfect challenge for seasoned and new crocheters alike to learn a new skill, this book takes you from the absolute basics of Tunisian crochet, and progresses to demonstrate how to adapt your skills to create unique designs and...
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336 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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English
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"This book features 500 innovative knitting stitch patterns. The stitches are divided into sections by type of stitch: texture, lace, cables, flower and leaf patterns, bobbles, lifted stitches, Fair Isle, intarsia, borders, and more."--
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128 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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English
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"Stitch a handmade crochet wardrobe with this collection of fun makes to wear. The granny stitch is most often associated with the granny square but this collection shows how it can be used to make everything from sweaters to scarves. There are 12 projects to see you through the year, including light summer tops for beach days through to cosy mittens and scarves for winter. Crochet the granny stitch way and have fun making these striking but accessible...
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