Böcker utgivna av David & Charles

Everyone has their favourite items of clothing that they love because they fit them perfectly and look great. This practical guide explains how to remake your wardrobe favourites without having to unpick and ruin the originals.

A beginner's guide to harnessing - and feeling - the healing power of sound. Author and sound therapist Janie Everett unlocks the ways that sound affects us, and encourages the reader to embrace the healing that sound can provide. Packed with practical exercises to try, this is an accessible introduction to the power of sound therapy.

A collection of eye-catching 3D effect crochet patterns for different sized blankets and throws, which all have an optical illusion effect. These cleverly designed geometric blankets look impressive but are actually simple to make because the designer only uses one technique, intarsia crochet, and simple stitches.

In The Healing Power of Scent, aromatherapist and author Ellen Rowland dives deep into the most mysterious and ephemeral of the five senses - scent - and explores how we can use our own unique responses to the smells we find in the world around us for spiritual and emotional healing.

A collection of knitting charts and patterns based on decorative tiles. Decorative tiles are a source of inspiration for designers and artists due to their often intricate patterns and colours. This collection of knitting patterns and charts includes 100 designs inspired by decorative ceramic tiles from around the world.

An irresistible collection of over 400 popular pets in easy cross stitch techniques.

Ever wondered if there's any truth behind planting by the moon? Or why wassailing is still a common folk practice in some parts of the world? In Gardener's Folklore, the record of these practices is unveiled, with plenty of tips and tricks to try in your own 21st century garden for blooming bushes and plentiful potatoes.

A collection of 17 crochet patterns for filet crochet garments including sweaters and cardigans. Filet crochet only uses two stitches in a grid formation - chain stitch and double crochet (if you're American, treble if you're in the UK).

Rainbow Magick is a magical method for creating an artful and enchanted life with color magic. This illustrated guide investigates the scientific, historical, psychological and esoteric meaning of colors and their practical applications for curious creatives and magickally inclined artists.

A plant's botanical name does more than give it a unique label. The name can often reveal where it originated, who discovered it, what shape it is, and more besides. This book is an indispensible guide, making the subject accessible and enjoyable, showing not only how plant names work, but also how you can make use of them in practical ways.

A collection of 40 patterns for animal-themed bed quilts, rugs, mats, wall hangings and mug rugs made using jelly roll pre-cut fabric.

Learn to create four hyper-realistic wild animals, with step-by-step instructions and photos from start to finish, written by a world-class needle felting artist. This book shows you how to create a range of armatures, coats, textures, shapes and finishing touches for a professional-looking model.

The first hard cover limited edition book, Porsche- the racing 914s, was found to be more popular than we ever imagined. A complete sell out has meant that there are a lot of fans of this remarkable and perhaps unlikely racing car that missed out, hence the decision to create this revised soft cover edition.

Create beautiful, embroidered dolls with easy cross stitch patterns and simple sewing techniques. The 20 doll patterns can be customised and personalised to make your own unique dolls, which make lovely gifts.

Learn how to perfect the prettiest trend in cake decorating - using edible flowers and herbs to decorate your cakes and bakes - with over 30 beautiful cakes from celebrity baker Juliet Sear.

Create your own beautiful floral table arrangements with expert advice from this team of master florists. Featuring over 35 designs in a wide variety of styles, each arrangement is shown step-by-step, making it simple to create stunning floral designs at home.

Reveals the golf tips and tricks that make a difference to the top professionals. This title covers the various aspects of the game from tee to green, offering advice on dealing with pressure - the ability that makes good golfers champions.

Charles Evans shows you how to get the very best results from watercolor pencils in next to no time! Watercolor pencils are versatile, fun and easy-to-use no matter where you are. In Quick & Clever Watercolor Pencils, Charles leads you through the entire process of learning how to use these invaluable tools effectively, revealing his ingenious tips and tricks along the way. Packed with information on tools, materials and techniques Varied projects for outdoors and indoors, ranging from simple landscapes to more complex compositions, and from pets to buildings Inspirational pages from Charles' own sketchbooks that clearly demonstrate the immediacy of this medium

Do you love the idea of printing your own fabrics at home but don't know where to start? This comprehensive guide to screen printing shows just how easy it is to create beautiful, hand printed fabrics at your kitchen table and then turn them into stunning projects for family and friends.

As more and more people are looking for personalized gifts, this collection of 50 DIY gifts provides a rich source of inspiration and step-by-step projects. With handmade gifts ranging from easy jewellery projects to simple sewing patterns to quick ideas with paper, yarn and clay, this book will be your go-to manual for DIY gifts forever!

A collection of fun projects for your home and garden. It features 20 projects in 9 themed sections, varying from simple bunting and cushions to a Christmas gingerbread house, a deck chair cover and a fun children's teepee. It offers step-by-step instructions and stitch diagrams for both right and left handers.

Shows how to make wedding invitations, wedding favours, jewellery, wedding decorations, wedding sweet treats, wedding centrepieces and wedding gifts. This book is useful to the novice crafter. It contains step-by-step photography and explanation. It includes paper crafts, sugarcrafts, beading and jewellery making.

This unique book will show you how to knit all of the most famous New York people and places, as well as some unique accessories inspired by life in the 'Big Apple' itself. Created for city chicks who don't like rules but love knitting, the projects are simple enough for beginners, yet bonkers enough to inspire more seasoned knitters.

A collection of Japanese-style quilting projects by Susan Briscoe, including step instructions for creating projects including throws, cushions and quilts. The projects feature traditional Japanese techniques, designs and fabrics.

ADO16 was the code name of the Austin Morris 1100/1300 range of cars. This book details the complete range of main models and their MG, Riley and Vanden Plas derivatives. It looks at the mechanical design and development, as well as placing them in context within both BMC and the market.