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Creative Thread Sketching

Books for Textile Artists, #1

by Deborah Wirsu ...

Series Book 1 - Books for Textile Artists
Begin an exhilarating journey into the world of drawing and painting with thread and your sewing machine. Thread sketching is a fascinating craft - but where do you begin? This fully revised and illustrated Second Edition of Creative Thread Sketching guides you through everything you need to know. From equipment and tools, fabric selection and setting up your sewing machine, to free motion ... Read more

$9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Begin an exhilarating journey into the world of drawing and painting with thread and your sewing machine. Thread sketching is a fascinating craft - but where do you begin? This fully revised and illustrated Second Edition of Creative Thread Sketching guides you through everything you need to know. From equipment and tools, fabric selection and setting up your sewing machine, to free motion
... Read more
Christmas at the Village Sewing Shop

A cosy, feel-good read filled with festive spirit and family secrets

by Helen Rolfe ...

'The perfect festive read!' DEBBIE JOHNSON'Full of festive spirit and intriguing family secrets!' HEIDI SWAINCan three sisters stitch their family back together?Loretta loves running the little village sewing shop in Butterbury. Some of her most precious memories are sitting with her three daughters Daisy, Ginny and Fern, stitching together pieces of material - and their hopes and dreams.But thi.. ... Read more

$3.99 CAD

'The perfect festive read!' DEBBIE JOHNSON'Full of festive spirit and intriguing family secrets!' HEIDI SWAINCan three sisters stitch their family back together?Loretta loves running the little village sewing shop in Butterbury. Some of her most precious memories are sitting with her three daughters Daisy, Ginny and Fern, stitching together pieces of material - and their hopes and dreams.But thi..
... Read more
Make: Props and Costume Armor

Create Realistic Science Fiction & Fantasy Weapons, Armor, and Accessories

by Shawn Thorsson ...

Have you been trying to think of a way to conquer your local comic convention through cosplay? Do you gaze with envious eyes upon the fan-made suits of armored awesomeness strolling around every year on Halloween? Do you have a spot on your wall, bookshelf, or desk that desperately needs to be filled with a screen-accurate replica of your favorite science-fiction or fantasy weapon? If so, look no ... Read more

$23.19 CAD

Have you been trying to think of a way to conquer your local comic convention through cosplay? Do you gaze with envious eyes upon the fan-made suits of armored awesomeness strolling around every year on Halloween? Do you have a spot on your wall, bookshelf, or desk that desperately needs to be filled with a screen-accurate replica of your favorite science-fiction or fantasy weapon? If so, look no
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Amy Butler's Style Stitches

12 Easy Ways to 26 Wonderful Bags

by Amy Butler, David Butler ...

In this illustrated sewing guide, the celebrated designer shares twelve new patterns with loads of variations for stylish bags of all kinds.With the patterns in Amy Butler's Style Stitches, you can create everything from chic clutches and delicate wristlets to pretty hobo bags and handy coin purses. Each project is designed with Butler's fresh, modern style and attention to detail. She also ... Read more

$17.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In this illustrated sewing guide, the celebrated designer shares twelve new patterns with loads of variations for stylish bags of all kinds.With the patterns in Amy Butler's Style Stitches, you can create everything from chic clutches and delicate wristlets to pretty hobo bags and handy coin purses. Each project is designed with Butler's fresh, modern style and attention to detail. She also
... Read more
Merchant & Mills Sewing Book

by Carolyn N. K. Denham ...

With an emphasis on quality, craftsmanship, and simplicity, this beginner's sewing guide features fifteen stylish and useful skill-building projects.The Merchant & Mills Sewing Book guides you through the basics of sewing with a series of step-by-step projects that are both functional and beautiful. Part I presents a fundamental overview on the art of sewing, the tools and materials you will need ... Read more

$19.19 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

With an emphasis on quality, craftsmanship, and simplicity, this beginner's sewing guide features fifteen stylish and useful skill-building projects.The Merchant & Mills Sewing Book guides you through the basics of sewing with a series of step-by-step projects that are both functional and beautiful. Part I presents a fundamental overview on the art of sewing, the tools and materials you will need
... Read more
The Little Book of Sewing

by Karen Ball ...

'An ideal present for a stitching or sewing friend' CROSS STITCHER.'Fabulous' PRIMA.Looking for inner calm this year? The Little Book of Sewing is your pocket-sized guide to creating your own zen with nothing more than a needle and thread.This little book is packed with essays, anecdotes, quotes, how-to guides and practical tips and contains all you need to channel your creative energy and start ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

'An ideal present for a stitching or sewing friend' CROSS STITCHER.'Fabulous' PRIMA.Looking for inner calm this year? The Little Book of Sewing is your pocket-sized guide to creating your own zen with nothing more than a needle and thread.This little book is packed with essays, anecdotes, quotes, how-to guides and practical tips and contains all you need to channel your creative energy and start
... Read more
Stylehacking, Sew a Creative Wardrobe

Use 5 Favorite Garments for Limitless Possibilities

by Karoline Dahrling Hughes ...

Learn how you can turn your clothing basics into a stylish wardrobe with this quick & simple guide for sewing beginners and more experienced sewists.Get inspired to elevate your wardrobe with dozens of tips and tricks on creating handmade, fashionable creating fashionable, wardrobe pieces. Dream about it one day and wear it the next. Take the essentials found in every closet (a camisole, a tee, a ... Read more

$23.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn how you can turn your clothing basics into a stylish wardrobe with this quick & simple guide for sewing beginners and more experienced sewists.Get inspired to elevate your wardrobe with dozens of tips and tricks on creating handmade, fashionable creating fashionable, wardrobe pieces. Dream about it one day and wear it the next. Take the essentials found in every closet (a camisole, a tee, a
... Read more
Lotta Jansdotter Everyday Patterns

easy-sew pieces to mix and match

by Lotta Jansdotter ...

An inspiring guide to creating a flexible, seven-piece wardrobe with modern Scandinavian elegance from style icon Lotta Jansdotter.When Jansdotter wears one of her signature clothing looks, fans frequently ask, “Did you make that?” Lotta’s answer is, “Yes, and so can you!” With that in mind, she has created her second book of easy-to-sew pieces that can be layered to create a variety of looks ... Read more

$30.39 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

An inspiring guide to creating a flexible, seven-piece wardrobe with modern Scandinavian elegance from style icon Lotta Jansdotter.When Jansdotter wears one of her signature clothing looks, fans frequently ask, “Did you make that?” Lotta’s answer is, “Yes, and so can you!” With that in mind, she has created her second book of easy-to-sew pieces that can be layered to create a variety of looks
... Read more
Dopamine Dressmaking

15 Sewing Patterns for Every Season

by Brogan Allard ...

Embrace your feminine style with a collection of 15 dresses and tops to make at home.Using simple shapes and in Brogan’s signature style, this book features a collection of classic designs with a playful twist in UK sizes 6–22.Brogan’s down-to-earth approach takes the fear out of dressmaking as she gently guides you through the projects, which include a simple t-shirt dress, a shirred summer dress ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

Embrace your feminine style with a collection of 15 dresses and tops to make at home.Using simple shapes and in Brogan’s signature style, this book features a collection of classic designs with a playful twist in UK sizes 6–22.Brogan’s down-to-earth approach takes the fear out of dressmaking as she gently guides you through the projects, which include a simple t-shirt dress, a shirred summer dress
... Read more
Make It, Wear It: Wearable Electronics for Makers, Crafters, and Cosplayers

by Sahrye Cohen, Hal Rodriguez ...

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Create your own stylish, electronics-based wearables―for all experience levels!This fun TAB guide shows you how to dream up, design, and assemble fashion-forward wearable electronics, garments, and accessories in ... Read more

$36.99 CAD

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Create your own stylish, electronics-based wearables―for all experience levels!This fun TAB guide shows you how to dream up, design, and assemble fashion-forward wearable electronics, garments, and accessories in
... Read more
The Great British Sewing Bee: Back to Basics

Create Your Own Capsule Wardrobe With 25 Dressmaking Projects

by The Great British Sewing Bee, Caroline Akselson ...

Series series The Great British Sewing Bee
The BBC1 primetime series, The Great British Sewing Bee, is set to return to the nation's screens in Spring 2024.The companion book to the tenth series of this flagship BBC1 show, The Great British Sewing Bee: Back to Basics, accompanies sewers at all levels on their creative journey.Back to Basics brings the magic of The Great British Sewing Bee to your home showcasing the show’s favourite ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

The BBC1 primetime series, The Great British Sewing Bee, is set to return to the nation's screens in Spring 2024.The companion book to the tenth series of this flagship BBC1 show, The Great British Sewing Bee: Back to Basics, accompanies sewers at all levels on their creative journey.Back to Basics brings the magic of The Great British Sewing Bee to your home showcasing the show’s favourite
... Read more
Pants for Real People

Fit and Sew for Any Body

by Marta Alto, Pati Palmer ...

Series series Sewing for Real People series
This pattern book features step-by-step instructions on fitting and sewing pants for women of all body types using the twin techniques of tissue fitting and fabric fitting. Important sewing choices are highlighted, including choosing fabrics, selecting appropriate alteration tools, and finding styles that are most flattering. The fit-as-you-sew process of making pants is illustrated with ... Read more

$21.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This pattern book features step-by-step instructions on fitting and sewing pants for women of all body types using the twin techniques of tissue fitting and fabric fitting. Important sewing choices are highlighted, including choosing fabrics, selecting appropriate alteration tools, and finding styles that are most flattering. The fit-as-you-sew process of making pants is illustrated with
... Read more
Sewing Happiness

A Year of Simple Projects for Living Well

by Sanae Ishida ...

Create Pinterest-worthy clothing, accessories, and more with this how-to guide and memoir featuring 20 meditative sewing projects, plus inspiring stories that promote creativity, happiness, and fulfillment.When Sanae Ishida was diagnosed with a chronic illness and lost her corporate job, she felt like her whole life was falling apart. Inspired to succeed at just one thing, Ishida vowed to sew all ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Create Pinterest-worthy clothing, accessories, and more with this how-to guide and memoir featuring 20 meditative sewing projects, plus inspiring stories that promote creativity, happiness, and fulfillment.When Sanae Ishida was diagnosed with a chronic illness and lost her corporate job, she felt like her whole life was falling apart. Inspired to succeed at just one thing, Ishida vowed to sew all
... Read more
Marlene Poncho - Free Knitting Modern Patterns E-book for Women

by Hobbii Yarn ...

A lovely poncho in the softest Soft Alpaca. Once you have knitted a Malene Poncho, you don't want to wear anything else.The poncho is knitted in double yarn and in one piece. It makes the project easy and very manageable and the finished product is so wonderful! ... Read more

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A lovely poncho in the softest Soft Alpaca. Once you have knitted a Malene Poncho, you don't want to wear anything else.The poncho is knitted in double yarn and in one piece. It makes the project easy and very manageable and the finished product is so wonderful!
... Read more
The Vintage Dress Shop in Primrose Hill

A sparkling and feel-good romantic read to warm your heart

by Annie Darling ...

Series series A Vintage Dress Shop Romance
'The sweetest, most delicious book . . . Such a gorgeous love story' Marian Keyes'Funny and heartwarming with great characters' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely gorgeous, swoon worthy romance' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐******Second chances never go out of style...**Sophy Stevens always thought she would have everything sorted by the time she was thirty. Instead, she is freshly fire... ... Read more

$5.99 CAD

'The sweetest, most delicious book . . . Such a gorgeous love story' Marian Keyes'Funny and heartwarming with great characters' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely gorgeous, swoon worthy romance' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐******Second chances never go out of style...**Sophy Stevens always thought she would have everything sorted by the time she was thirty. Instead, she is freshly fire...
... Read more
The Handsewn Wardrobe

A Complete Guide to Making Your Own Clothes from Patternmaking to the Finishing Stitches

by Louisa Owen Sonstroem ...

Discover the slow, quiet joy of sewing clothes by hand in this one-of-kind guide.Featuring step-by-step, illustrated instructions, this hand-sewing course-in-a-book shows you how to create nine wardrobe staples, including a t-shirt, a button-up, and jeans, using simple hand-sewing and hand-stitching techniques. Author Louisa Owen Sonstroem shares her sustainable, empowering, and portable craft ... Read more

$32.99 CAD

Discover the slow, quiet joy of sewing clothes by hand in this one-of-kind guide.Featuring step-by-step, illustrated instructions, this hand-sewing course-in-a-book shows you how to create nine wardrobe staples, including a t-shirt, a button-up, and jeans, using simple hand-sewing and hand-stitching techniques. Author Louisa Owen Sonstroem shares her sustainable, empowering, and portable craft
... Read more
Quilt As You Go {reimagined}

Clean. Simple. Modern.

by Marguerita McManus ...

Quilt As You Go with a modern, fresh twist! No one will ever never know your quilts are quilt-as-you-go and that's the twist.Quilt As You Go is the process of making quilt blocks (from 12 to 16 inches square) and then quilting them - easy! Join the quilted blocks and you almost have a finished quilt, you just need the binding.This book teaches a few modern twists on a very popular technique which ... Read more

$12.15 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Quilt As You Go with a modern, fresh twist! No one will ever never know your quilts are quilt-as-you-go and that's the twist.Quilt As You Go is the process of making quilt blocks (from 12 to 16 inches square) and then quilting them - easy! Join the quilted blocks and you almost have a finished quilt, you just need the binding.This book teaches a few modern twists on a very popular technique which
... Read more
Mending Life

A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts (and Patching to Practice Sustainable Fashion and Fix the Clothes You Love)

by Nina Montenegro, Sonya Montenegro ...

**Learn the art of visible mending—a joyful, meditative, and restorative practice—to repair the clothes and belongings you love!“Not only a compendium of practical knowledge, but a moving meditation on what mending can mean more broadly. If everyone practiced the care, patience, and forgiveness suggested by the authors’ outlook, the world would be a better place.”—Jenny Odell, author of How to Do ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

**Learn the art of visible mending—a joyful, meditative, and restorative practice—to repair the clothes and belongings you love!“Not only a compendium of practical knowledge, but a moving meditation on what mending can mean more broadly. If everyone practiced the care, patience, and forgiveness suggested by the authors’ outlook, the world would be a better place.”—Jenny Odell, author of How to Do
... Read more
1,000 Clever Sewing Shortcuts & Tips

Top-Rated Favorites from Sewing Fans and Master Teachers

by Deepika Prakash ...

Get invaluable advice from sewers like you with this handy reference.This practical reference guide features the best hands-on sewing tips culled from the popular sewing website PatternReview.com, a community of more than 200,000 members. You'll also find special how-to features by PatternReview.com's master teachers and pattern designers, including Kenneth D. King, Susan Khalje, Sarah Veblen, ... Read more

$19.19 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Get invaluable advice from sewers like you with this handy reference.This practical reference guide features the best hands-on sewing tips culled from the popular sewing website PatternReview.com, a community of more than 200,000 members. You'll also find special how-to features by PatternReview.com's master teachers and pattern designers, including Kenneth D. King, Susan Khalje, Sarah Veblen,
... Read more
Well Worn

Visible mending for the clothes you love

by Skye Pennant ...

Well Worn is the perfect book both for stitching pros and for those who have never picked up a needle and thread before. The sustainable darning and sashiko techniques taught in this book fight against perfectionism as well as fast fashion.Begin by getting to grips with core mending skills, with a handy introductory compendium of visible mending techniques. Then, move on to convenient garment-led ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

Well Worn is the perfect book both for stitching pros and for those who have never picked up a needle and thread before. The sustainable darning and sashiko techniques taught in this book fight against perfectionism as well as fast fashion.Begin by getting to grips with core mending skills, with a handy introductory compendium of visible mending techniques. Then, move on to convenient garment-led
... Read more
Super Easy Amigurumi

Crochet Cute Animals

by Mitsuki Hoshi ...

Master the popular art of Japanese Amigurumi and take your skills to the next level with this enchanting illustrated guide for creating pandas, rabbits, penguins, and other animals from the author of Ami Ami Dogs, Ami Ami Dogs 2, and Ami Ami Kittens.The Japanese art of Amigurumi-which translates to knitted stuff toy-is a crocheting technique that creates adorable stuffed animals with large heads ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Master the popular art of Japanese Amigurumi and take your skills to the next level with this enchanting illustrated guide for creating pandas, rabbits, penguins, and other animals from the author of Ami Ami Dogs, Ami Ami Dogs 2, and Ami Ami Kittens.The Japanese art of Amigurumi-which translates to knitted stuff toy-is a crocheting technique that creates adorable stuffed animals with large heads
... Read more
May Martin’s Sewing Bible e-short 1: Everything You Need to Know to Get You Started

by May Martin ...

The first of 6 eBook-only shorts, beautifully optimised for iPhones and iPads, from star of The Great British Sewing Bee May Martin. Everything the aspiring seamstress needs to get started: A Place to Sew & the Equipment You Need, General Dressmaking Tips, and Hand Stitches. An exclusive first look at May Martin’s Sewing Bible, due out in August.May has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now ... Read more

$2.99 CAD

The first of 6 eBook-only shorts, beautifully optimised for iPhones and iPads, from star of The Great British Sewing Bee May Martin. Everything the aspiring seamstress needs to get started: A Place to Sew & the Equipment You Need, General Dressmaking Tips, and Hand Stitches. An exclusive first look at May Martin’s Sewing Bible, due out in August.May has been teaching sewing for over 40 years. Now
... Read more
The Vintage Dress Shop in Primrose Hill

Part One: A New Look

by Annie Darling ...

Series Book 1 - A Vintage Dress Shop Romance
*PART ONE of the heartwarming and romantic new four-part series from Annie Darling - perfect for fans of Cressida McLaughlin and Holly Hepburn!***'The sweetest, most delicious book . . . Such a gorgeous love story' MARIAN KEYES'The most uplifting, sumptuously indulgent, romantic joy of a book . . . . It tugged all my heartstrings and held me captive until the last, perfect page' CRESSIDA ... Read more

$0.99 CAD

*PART ONE of the heartwarming and romantic new four-part series from Annie Darling - perfect for fans of Cressida McLaughlin and Holly Hepburn!***'The sweetest, most delicious book . . . Such a gorgeous love story' MARIAN KEYES'The most uplifting, sumptuously indulgent, romantic joy of a book . . . . It tugged all my heartstrings and held me captive until the last, perfect page' CRESSIDA
... Read more
The Vintage Dress Shop in Primrose Hill

Part Two: Make Do and Mend

by Annie Darling ...

Series Book 2 - A Vintage Dress Shop Romance
***PART TWO of the heartwarming and romantic new four-part series from Annie Darling - perfect for fans of Cressida McLaughlin and Holly Hepburn!*Second chances never go out of style . . .Sophy Stevens has started to find her feet at the Vintage Dress Shop, even if Phoebe, the shop's manager, is still a thorn in her side. And Sophy needs to up her fashion game, because her sack-like dresses and ... Read more

$0.99 CAD

***PART TWO of the heartwarming and romantic new four-part series from Annie Darling - perfect for fans of Cressida McLaughlin and Holly Hepburn!*Second chances never go out of style . . .Sophy Stevens has started to find her feet at the Vintage Dress Shop, even if Phoebe, the shop's manager, is still a thorn in her side. And Sophy needs to up her fashion game, because her sack-like dresses and
... Read more

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