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An in-depth guide to sewing simple garments--with four full-size patterns and all the tricks of alteration and embellishment explained so that you can make a wardrobe all your own.Maybe you learned to sew in school and have a sewing machine, but it hasn''t seen the outside of the closet since your last move. Or maybe you are completely new to the craft, with a lot of enthusiasm, but no idea how to thread your machine. No matter where you''re coming from in terms of experience, this sewing workbook offers four basic patterns--two tops, a skirt, and a pair of pants--that empower you to express your personal style and make clothes that are comfortable for your body type.After explaining the basic concepts of sewing and construction, 100 Acts of Sewing designer Sonya Philip then provides suggestions for mixing the basic patterns together to create new garment iterations as you gain confidence--structural adjustments such as full bust, no bust, long torso, big, small, etc., as well as a range of possible alterations and embellishments including sleeves, pockets, hems, and more! Going beyond simple pattern instructions, this book will make sewing garments accessible for every body type--each pattern comes in sizes ranging from XS to 5X. With inspiring essays on Sonya''s sewing philosophy that speak to the slow and ethical fashion movement, this will be the go-to guide for all aspirational and seasoned sewists.

Accessible enough for complete beginners, while full of inspiration for those with more experience, this is the ultimate guide to making beautiful books by hand. You'll find clear step-by-step instructions for six different hand-made book types, from simple pamphlets and concertinas to more elaborate multi-section bindings.

The ultimate flower-arrangement reference book from New York's 'go-to' floral designers Putnam & Putnam - how to combine the extraordinary colours in nature to create stunning results

A stunning source of ideas and contemporary design inspiration using pulled thread embroidery techniques.

Learn from a master animator how to bring your cartoons to life through movement with Cartoon Animation with Preston Blair.

Take a break from your stressful day-to-day sneaker hunting and amp up your creativity. In the Sneaker Coloring Book you can colour your most beloved shoe models in whichever way you want. You can relax your mind with some peaceful colouring fun, or get heads on creative adding that complex design you always wished for your favourite sneaker model. Whether you are an advanced sneaker head or just have the slightest interest in street fashion and sneakers, you can''t go wrong with the Sneaker Coloring Book!

In Hanna Karlzon's newest coloring book, you have been invited to a midnight masquerade at a grand mansion. Guests in splendid costumes dance and mingle in an atmosphere of music, lighted candles, lanterns, and all kinds of magical and mystical creatures. Drawn in her highly regarded detailed style, coloring book enthusiasts will love this new series and get lost in the 64 pages of Hanna's best and most magical work yet.

Learn to make Luna Lapin's friends and their exquisite wardrobes. This collection of sewing patterns features five of Luna's best friends (as well as Luna herself) along with their clothes including Hugh the hound, Daisy the sheep, Ramsey the ram, Rowan the squirrel and Freya the fawn.

Includes instructions and detailed working photographs that help you understand how to create any stitch and what it should look like. This book guides you on stitching. It works as a reference for embroidery, needlepoint, dressmaking, canvas work or other needlecrafts.

The ultimate practical guide to sewing fabulous bags from expert Lisa Lam! Detailed photographs illustrate every technique in this unique book, from choosing fabric to inserting fastenings Expert tips, trade secrets and inspirational advice result in professional and beautiful results A capsule wardrobe of eight exclusive designs features easy-to-follow instructions and full-size patterns Whether you're getting started, improving your technique, or want to design your own, this is the book you'll grab for every bag you make!

Bestselling artist and writer Hazel Soan has distilled her art teaching into the things that matter most and can be digested in a short period of time - in just one afternoon you can start painting. Learning to paint is one of the life-long aspirations of many of us, and these techniques can be picked up faster than you think. Hazel Soan's concise book, filled with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by- step exercises, is written in an accessible way for those completely new to painting. Chapters include: Getting Started (the materials you will need and those you can ignore in the art shop); Choice of Colours; Mixing Colours; What's the Subject?; What Surfaces to Paint on; Basic Painting Techniques; Brushstrokes and Composition (with details on how to design paintings with horizon, focus and balance, a hint of perspective and the light and shade of a subject). Packed with illustrations for guidance, this is the most comprehensive guide to learning watercolour very quickly.

From dandelions and violets to mushrooms and autumn leaves, this collection of embroidery motifs is inspired by nature walks.Inspired by the wonder and beauty of the natural world, the embroidery motifs offered here evoke wildflower meadows and woodland walks. With lifelike yet whimsical plants and flowers, as well as mushrooms, leaves, trees, and birds, the flora and fauna presented here offer a delightful and beautiful range of motifs drawn from nature.Featuring beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, and detailed diagrams, this book will be an inspiring guide for those new to embroidery and a fresh and unique offering for those experienced with needle and thread.

This reference manual and practical handbook presents over 200 knots, illustrating how to tie them in step-by-step photographs and clear, detailed text by an expert.

A beginners guide to drawing plants and animals in 10 simple steps, with helpful short explanations.

13 beautiful blackwork patterns with a colourful twist to embroider for the home.

Crochet an adorable collection of critters to protect your golf clubs with pizazz! Enjoy the fun of amigurumi-style crochet to create animal headcovers that are fun and functional! Includes 25 crochet patterns for animal golf club covers.

Invaluable tutorials and insightful tips make Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Drawing a perfect start to your fantasy art journey.

Combines photography and accessible instructions with plenty of tips and techniques for knitting with big yarn.

Emerging online trend that crosses over with many strong trends including Japan (Ikigai and Shinrin-yoku), mindfulness, getting back to nature, and working with your hands

Heralded as the King of Colour, fabric designer and quilter Kaffe Fassett showcases his glorious range of Artisan fabrics in this book.

A fantastic, accessible and practical guide to contemporary portraiture. Learn from master artist and author Hashim Akib as he shows you how to produce striking, interesting portraits in your own style.

Whether you live in the city or the country, and whether your dog is little or large, Dogs in Jumpers is filled with knitting patterns to keep your dog warm this winter.

Disney Princess Coloring Book captures the timeless magic of classic Disney stories while letting you create your own interpretation.

Get more creative with your Cricut, Sizzix, or Silhouette die cutting machine! Here are 50 easy projects and 60 templates for making gorgeous home accessories, fun party decor, and memorable gifts.  This book includes beautiful items you can make using just about any electronic die cutting machine, by downloading the SVG templates, running your materials through your machine, and following the instructions to assemble your cut materials. Discover graphic Scandinavian patterns to decorate aprons and tea towels, paper succulent centerpieces, and dozens of blooms for bouquets, garlands, and crowns. Every project includes easy instructions and plenty of variations so you can get the most out of your machine.   With an introduction to electronic die cutting machines and options for cutting the templates out by hand, this book is full of inspiration and expert advice.Includes instructions for downloading 60 SVG cut files compatible with most electronic cutting machines.

The Porsche 356 Engine Assembly Handbook is a self guided tour through the unique engine that started it all for Porsche. Cole Scrogham steps the reader through very practical steps using photos and instructions to assembling a 356 engine, giving lots of helpful hints along the way including details all the way down to the proper fastener type and plating. This book is for the novice and experienced restorer alike and written by one of the foremost 356 experts in America. Several naunces of the 356 engine are explored, including performance modifications and details that will help any owner keep their German jewel running in top condition for decades to come!

Narrow bands woven in colorful patterns are a centuries-old part of Baltic craft tradition and this is the first book to focus on the easy-to-use double slotted heddle!

Are scrap piles wreaking havoc in your sewing space? Not sure what to do with all those tiny bits of gorgeous prints you hate to part with? Modern quilters Amanda and Cheryl share a passion for scraps-they're here to help you get creative and sew new life into every last little piece. Your Sunday mornings just got a whole lot cozier!

An easy, no-skills-necessary guide to drawing flowers, leaves, and cacti with 200 step-by-step prompts.