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The Great British Sewing Bee: Made to Measure

A Masterclass in Sewing Clothes that Truly Fit

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

Series series The Great British Sewing Bee
Take a fitting masterclass from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee.From adjusting patterns to altering ready-made garments, learn how to personalise your makes to suit your style with this go-to guide. Starting with the basics, learn how to measure yourself and grade between sizes before moving onto pattern adjustments including darts, bust, bum, back, bicep and mobility adjustments ... Read more

£8.99

Take a fitting masterclass from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee.From adjusting patterns to altering ready-made garments, learn how to personalise your makes to suit your style with this go-to guide. Starting with the basics, learn how to measure yourself and grade between sizes before moving onto pattern adjustments including darts, bust, bum, back, bicep and mobility adjustments
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The Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills

Beyond Basics: Advanced Tips and Tricks to Take Your Sewing Technique to the Next Level

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

Series series The Great British Sewing Bee
Learn how to build on your sewing repertoire as you take the next step on your making journey.The Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills is the second title in this brand-new, standalone series that celebrates dressmaking techniques. Building on the basics covered in The Great British Sewing Bee: The Techniques, this book includes chapters on:Preparation & pattern matchingWorking with different ... Read more

£9.99

Learn how to build on your sewing repertoire as you take the next step on your making journey.The Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills is the second title in this brand-new, standalone series that celebrates dressmaking techniques. Building on the basics covered in The Great British Sewing Bee: The Techniques, this book includes chapters on:Preparation & pattern matchingWorking with different
... Read more
The Natural Dye Handbook

A comprehensive guide to exploring plant-based dyeing techniques

by Heidi Iverson ...

This rich and comprehensive guide to natural dyeing processes will take your practise to the next level.Author, Heidi Iverson, explains how to boost the spectrum of colors you can achieve through using a variety of tannins, mordants, modifiers, and mixing colors to get incredible results naturally.The Natural Dye Handbook includes:• A library of more than 60 plants including fungi, leaves, bark, ... Read more

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This rich and comprehensive guide to natural dyeing processes will take your practise to the next level.Author, Heidi Iverson, explains how to boost the spectrum of colors you can achieve through using a variety of tannins, mordants, modifiers, and mixing colors to get incredible results naturally.The Natural Dye Handbook includes:• A library of more than 60 plants including fungi, leaves, bark,
... Read more
The Spinner's Book of Yarn Designs

Techniques for Creating 80 Yarns

by Sarah Anderson ...

Discover the satisfying fun of spinning your own yarn!This step-by-step guide shows you how to create 80 distinctive yarn types, from classics like mohair bouclé to novelties like supercoils. Covering the entire spinning process, Sarah Anderson describes the unique architecture of each type of yarn and shares expert techniques for manipulating and combining fibers. Take your crafting to a new ... Read more

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Discover the satisfying fun of spinning your own yarn!This step-by-step guide shows you how to create 80 distinctive yarn types, from classics like mohair bouclé to novelties like supercoils. Covering the entire spinning process, Sarah Anderson describes the unique architecture of each type of yarn and shares expert techniques for manipulating and combining fibers. Take your crafting to a new
... Read more
Stashbuster Knits

Tips, Tricks, and 21 Beautiful Projects for Using Your Favorite Leftover Yarn

by Melissa Leapman ...

There’s no such thing as too much yarn.As renowned knitwear designer Melissa Leapman knows all too well, every knitter has a stash of yarn that they just can’t bear to part with: the one or two extra balls of yarn bought “just in case,” or the bits and pieces leftover from completed projects.Stashbuster Knits gives you the absolute best way to use—and enjoy—your treasured yarn collection guilt ... Read more

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There’s no such thing as too much yarn.As renowned knitwear designer Melissa Leapman knows all too well, every knitter has a stash of yarn that they just can’t bear to part with: the one or two extra balls of yarn bought “just in case,” or the bits and pieces leftover from completed projects.Stashbuster Knits gives you the absolute best way to use—and enjoy—your treasured yarn collection guilt
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Little Bunny Travels the World

Simple Sewing Patterns for Little Felt Animals

by Anabella Cahwje ...

Stitch your way around the globe with Little Bunny Travels the World, a delightful collection of 16 felt toy sewing projects brought together in one enchanting storybook.Follow Little Bunny, a curious explorer from a cosy English town, as he journeys across all seven continents, meeting charming new friends along the way, including – from a sleepy sloth to a hungry raccoon, a peaceful panda to a ... Read more

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Stitch your way around the globe with Little Bunny Travels the World, a delightful collection of 16 felt toy sewing projects brought together in one enchanting storybook.Follow Little Bunny, a curious explorer from a cosy English town, as he journeys across all seven continents, meeting charming new friends along the way, including – from a sleepy sloth to a hungry raccoon, a peaceful panda to a
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Threads of Life

A History of the World Through the Eye of a Needle

by Clare Hunter ...

****THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER****'An astonishing feat'Christina Patterson, Sunday Times'An inspiring and moving sideways look at history'Eithne Farry, Sunday Express**An eloquent blend of history and memoir, Threads of Life is an evocative and moving book about the need we all have to tell our story.From political propaganda in medieval France to secret treason in Tudor England, from the m... ... Read more

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****THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER****'An astonishing feat'Christina Patterson, Sunday Times'An inspiring and moving sideways look at history'Eithne Farry, Sunday Express**An eloquent blend of history and memoir, Threads of Life is an evocative and moving book about the need we all have to tell our story.From political propaganda in medieval France to secret treason in Tudor England, from the m...
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The Christmas Holiday

The cosy, heart-warming, friends-to-lovers winter romance, full of festive Christmas magic

by Sophie Claire ...

'A sumptuous Christmas romance' WOMAN & HOME'A cosy and heart-warming Christmas read - the perfect festive treat' HEIDI SWAIN'A fun and festive read' TRISHA ASHLEY❄️ Can a trip away finally lead you home? ❄️After a bad break-up, eternal optimist Evie has moved to the small village of Willowbrook to finally pursue her dream of opening a craft shop. Unfortunately, with money worries and an ex ... Read more

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'A sumptuous Christmas romance' WOMAN & HOME'A cosy and heart-warming Christmas read - the perfect festive treat' HEIDI SWAIN'A fun and festive read' TRISHA ASHLEY❄️ Can a trip away finally lead you home? ❄️After a bad break-up, eternal optimist Evie has moved to the small village of Willowbrook to finally pursue her dream of opening a craft shop. Unfortunately, with money worries and an ex
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A Summer of Second Chances

An uplifting and feel-good romance to fall in love with

by Suzanne Snow ...

Series Book 3 - Welcome to Thorndale
Sparks and tempers fly when Ben comes to stay in Daisy's holiday cottageDaisy likes routine. She goes to work, makes dinner for her son, then loses herself for an hour or two in her sewing. She's not looking for change, until Ben crashes literally into her life.Ben is training for a triathlon, working himself to the limit in an attempt to forget a recent trauma. Daisy wants to help, but even as ... Read more

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Sparks and tempers fly when Ben comes to stay in Daisy's holiday cottageDaisy likes routine. She goes to work, makes dinner for her son, then loses herself for an hour or two in her sewing. She's not looking for change, until Ben crashes literally into her life.Ben is training for a triathlon, working himself to the limit in an attempt to forget a recent trauma. Daisy wants to help, but even as
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The Paris Seamstress

Transporting, Twisting, the Most Heartbreaking Novel You'll Read This Year

by Natasha Lester ...

**THE FRENCH PHOTOGRAPHER is now available in ebook**THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER'This has to be the most beautiful book I've read in a very long time' *****'The best book I have read!' *****'Superbly written with characters I truly cared and worried about' *****'If you like Kate Morton or Lucinda Riley, you'll like this too' *****Crossing generations... ... Read more

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**THE FRENCH PHOTOGRAPHER is now available in ebook**THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER'This has to be the most beautiful book I've read in a very long time' *****'The best book I have read!' *****'Superbly written with characters I truly cared and worried about' *****'If you like Kate Morton or Lucinda Riley, you'll like this too' *****Crossing generations...
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The Golden Thread

How Fabric Changed History

by Kassia St Clair ...

** A RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK **'Fascinating . . . The history of the world through the eye of a needle . . . I recommend this book to anyone' THE SPECTATOR'A charming, absorbing and history that takes us on a journey from the silk roads to sportswear, from ruffs to spacesuits . . . I devoured this quietly feminist book' SUNDAY TIMES'Joyful and beautiful' NATURE**'Will make you rethink ... ... Read more

£6.99

** A RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK **'Fascinating . . . The history of the world through the eye of a needle . . . I recommend this book to anyone' THE SPECTATOR'A charming, absorbing and history that takes us on a journey from the silk roads to sportswear, from ruffs to spacesuits . . . I devoured this quietly feminist book' SUNDAY TIMES'Joyful and beautiful' NATURE**'Will make you rethink ...
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A Winter's Dream

An incredibly heart-warming and feel-good cosy read for Christmas

by Sophie Claire ...

'Sophie's novels are perfect for cosy escapism' - Heidi Swain_____________________________Liberty has never been a risk-taker. She loves the routine of her quiet life in the charming village of Willowbrook, with her Labrador, Charlie. But the arrival of a mysterious gift prompts Liberty to make some changes: starting with a daily challenge to say yes to everything for the month of December.. ... Read more

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'Sophie's novels are perfect for cosy escapism' - Heidi Swain_____________________________Liberty has never been a risk-taker. She loves the routine of her quiet life in the charming village of Willowbrook, with her Labrador, Charlie. But the arrival of a mysterious gift prompts Liberty to make some changes: starting with a daily challenge to say yes to everything for the month of December..
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The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop

An uplifting and inspiring festive romance

by Lilac Mills ...

While bringing joy to others, can these two Christmas helpers also find some for themselves?Seren's great aunt Nelly hates being in a care home, especially around Christmas when Seren learns that Nelly and the other residents can't enjoy the simple pleasure of browsing for gifts in the shops. So what if Seren brings the shops to them?Converting an ice cream van into a gift shop, Seren travels ... Read more

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While bringing joy to others, can these two Christmas helpers also find some for themselves?Seren's great aunt Nelly hates being in a care home, especially around Christmas when Seren learns that Nelly and the other residents can't enjoy the simple pleasure of browsing for gifts in the shops. So what if Seren brings the shops to them?Converting an ice cream van into a gift shop, Seren travels
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From Shetland, With Love at Christmas

The ultimate heartwarming, seasonal treat of friendship, love and creative crafting!

by Erin Green ...

Series Book 2 - From Shetland, With Love
'A warm, funny, uplifting writer to celebrate!' KATIE FFORDE If you love Lucy Diamond, Phillipa Ashley, Sue Moorcroft and Holly Martin, you'll LOVE Erin Green's novels of love, life and laughter! 'A lovely, heart-warming story of three very different women trying to change their lives for the better . . . I was hooked! I hope there will be many more books in this lovely series!' CHRISTINA ... Read more

£5.99

'A warm, funny, uplifting writer to celebrate!' KATIE FFORDE If you love Lucy Diamond, Phillipa Ashley, Sue Moorcroft and Holly Martin, you'll LOVE Erin Green's novels of love, life and laughter! 'A lovely, heart-warming story of three very different women trying to change their lives for the better . . . I was hooked! I hope there will be many more books in this lovely series!' CHRISTINA
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Little Needle-felt Animals

by Gretel Parker ...

Needlefelting is fast becoming the most popular and easiest way to create cute and quirky characters and curiosities. In this book you can learn to make 30 adorable little animals.Needlefelting is the ideal craft for beginners, far easier and cheaper to learn than knitting or crochet. You can make almost anything by sculpting loose wool roving with one or two needles – the only limit is your ... Read more

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Needlefelting is fast becoming the most popular and easiest way to create cute and quirky characters and curiosities. In this book you can learn to make 30 adorable little animals.Needlefelting is the ideal craft for beginners, far easier and cheaper to learn than knitting or crochet. You can make almost anything by sculpting loose wool roving with one or two needles – the only limit is your
... Read more
A Stitch in Time in Applewell

A feel-good romance to make you smile

by Lilac Mills ...

Series series Applewell Village
It's not just hems that are frayed in ApplewellGracie rescues old clothes and cast offs from Applewell's charity shop, making them into cute and fresh outfits, which she then sells in her little shop. Turning a profit is hard at the best of times, let alone when new arrival Lucas appearsAfter running away from the village in his teens, Lucas has finally returned to an uncomfortable amount of ... Read more

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It's not just hems that are frayed in ApplewellGracie rescues old clothes and cast offs from Applewell's charity shop, making them into cute and fresh outfits, which she then sells in her little shop. Turning a profit is hard at the best of times, let alone when new arrival Lucas appearsAfter running away from the village in his teens, Lucas has finally returned to an uncomfortable amount of
... Read more
Knitting for Olive

Twenty modern knitting patterns from the iconic Danish brand

by Knitting for Olive ...

The iconic Danish brand Knitting for Olive is known and loved throughout the Nordic countries and beyond for their contemporary yet classic knitting designs.This book contains 20 gorgeous, accessible knitting patterns for women, and includes both brand new designs and a selection of tried and tested fan-favourites. There is a project in here for everyone: the designs vary in difficulty, and cover ... Read more

£5.99

The iconic Danish brand Knitting for Olive is known and loved throughout the Nordic countries and beyond for their contemporary yet classic knitting designs.This book contains 20 gorgeous, accessible knitting patterns for women, and includes both brand new designs and a selection of tried and tested fan-favourites. There is a project in here for everyone: the designs vary in difficulty, and cover
... Read more
A Little Course in Crochet

Simply everything you need to succeed

by DK ...

Simply everything you need to know to learn something new - now available in PDF.Ever wanted to learn how to crochet but don't know where to begin? Take the first step with A Little Course in Crochet, part of the popular series of learning guides from DK that explain everything and assume nothing. Learn at your own pace, in your own time and in the comfort of your own home.A Little Course in ... Read more

£5.99

Simply everything you need to know to learn something new - now available in PDF.Ever wanted to learn how to crochet but don't know where to begin? Take the first step with A Little Course in Crochet, part of the popular series of learning guides from DK that explain everything and assume nothing. Learn at your own pace, in your own time and in the comfort of your own home.A Little Course in
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The Wild Dyer: A guide to natural dyes & the art of patchwork & stitch

by Abigail Booth ...

By teaching you the foundations of natural dyeing, and guiding you through the simple stitch techniques, this book will allow you to dip in and out of projects while learning how to forage for and grow your own dye plants.In The Wild Dyer, Abigail Booth demystifies the `magic' of natural dyeing and shows how to use the results to stunning effect in 15 exquisite patchwork and stitch projects, ... Read more

£12.99

By teaching you the foundations of natural dyeing, and guiding you through the simple stitch techniques, this book will allow you to dip in and out of projects while learning how to forage for and grow your own dye plants.In The Wild Dyer, Abigail Booth demystifies the `magic' of natural dyeing and shows how to use the results to stunning effect in 15 exquisite patchwork and stitch projects,
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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

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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
Little Felted Dogs

Easy Projects for Making Adorable Needle Felted Pups

by Saori Yamazaki ...

Create the cutest versions of your favorite dogs in just a few simple steps with this easy to use needle felting book.Whether you adore dachshunds or dalmatians, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make charming miniatures of them with a felting needle and some raw wool in this easy how to needle felt guide. Great for beginners, the two dozen projects in Little Felted Dogs provide ... Read more

£3.79

Create the cutest versions of your favorite dogs in just a few simple steps with this easy to use needle felting book.Whether you adore dachshunds or dalmatians, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make charming miniatures of them with a felting needle and some raw wool in this easy how to needle felt guide. Great for beginners, the two dozen projects in Little Felted Dogs provide
... Read more
Homemade Christmas and Festive Decorations

25 Home Craft Projects

by Ros Badger, Thompson ...

Add a touch of personality and creativity to your home with projects for Christmas, Easter, Halloween, Valentine’s and birthdays.Complete with step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography, learn to make extra special festive decorations – such as a birthday pinata, knitted angels, fragrant rose petal stuffed hearts or an Easter tree. Shop-bought decorations just can’t compare!25 fun and ... Read more

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Add a touch of personality and creativity to your home with projects for Christmas, Easter, Halloween, Valentine’s and birthdays.Complete with step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography, learn to make extra special festive decorations – such as a birthday pinata, knitted angels, fragrant rose petal stuffed hearts or an Easter tree. Shop-bought decorations just can’t compare!25 fun and
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Stitch It, Don't Ditch It

Simple hand-sewn repairs to help you love your clothes for longer

by Jeanna Wigger, Mary V Morton ...

Mastering the art of mending just requires a few simple sewing techniques which can extend the life of your wardrobe and your treasured clothing.Stitch it, Don’t Ditch It,will guide you through the fundamentals of mending, from the kit you’ll need, how to tackle different types of repair to the core skills covering the common mends that will help you fix 90% of your clothes. Aimed at those with ... Read more

£7.99

Mastering the art of mending just requires a few simple sewing techniques which can extend the life of your wardrobe and your treasured clothing.Stitch it, Don’t Ditch It,will guide you through the fundamentals of mending, from the kit you’ll need, how to tackle different types of repair to the core skills covering the common mends that will help you fix 90% of your clothes. Aimed at those with
... Read more
Hot Girl Crochet

Fun & easy crochet projects, from bags to bikinis

by Rose Svane ...

Contemporary crochet star Rose Svane will teach you how to crochet your own cool clothes, accessories and Scandi homeware.With a calm, creative vibe, this is the perfect guide for complete beginners, and those who've already caught the crochet bug.Start with a crash-course in the key skills, then move on to 15 stunning step-by-step projects, from a tote bag and a bucket hat, to a plant basket and ... Read more

£3.99

Contemporary crochet star Rose Svane will teach you how to crochet your own cool clothes, accessories and Scandi homeware.With a calm, creative vibe, this is the perfect guide for complete beginners, and those who've already caught the crochet bug.Start with a crash-course in the key skills, then move on to 15 stunning step-by-step projects, from a tote bag and a bucket hat, to a plant basket and
... Read more

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