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This book contains a fantastic selection of cross stitch patterns with special messages for every occasion, from leading designers and authors. It features strong designs across a range of styles, with clear, full-color cross stitch charts and easy-to-follow sewing instructions for each project--perfect for beginners.

Three sample projects from Mandy Shaw's Stitch at Home, including a pretty 'place setting' tablecloth, summery bunting and a selection of 'cutwork' cushions (plus an adorable mini pincushion!). These sweet stitchery and appliqué projects are perfect to get you sewing! Each project features step-by-step instructions and illustrated techniques.

Cats are well-known for their curiosity, but giraffes? This pretty, prancing giraffe certainly has an inquisitive side to her nature, although she can be a bit jumpy and bound off if things go horribly wrong as a consequence of her investigations. Simple gathering is used to good effect here in creating...

A tempting range of 4 quick-to-stitch patchwork patterns from bestselling author Helen Philipps. These patchwork projects are simple but inspiring, with beautiful detail and lots of extra ideas. The designs make perfect handmade gifts for all occasions or pretty decorations for the home including...

An exciting collection of easy sewing projects for children aged 5–11, including 3 simple projects for kids to sew that they will really love to make. Your children will have great fun learning important sewing techniques with simple instructions written just for them, and can make loads of exciting...

Covering the basics of beading, including how to select the perfect beads, threads and colours, essential techniques, using embroidery hoops and bead suppliers – this book is not to be missed! The endless creative possibilities of beading are explored here.

This is a how to book on beading. It explains the different types of beading. It also incudes diagrams on how to do the different styles. Everything in the book is self explanatory and easy instructions.

This book with walk you through a variety of topics that will keep you organized and in control of our project from start to finish. You will learn how to build your initial sewing toolkit. What supplies do you need in the very beginning to complete your first project? This books answers this question...

Learn the basics of embellishing in this fun and easy to follow guide. Covering the benefits of different types of decoration, such as buttons, trimmings, beads and sequins, you will find out how to securely attach buttons and much more.

Unleash your creativity with this book covering all of the basics of appliqué sewing and design! This highly adaptable skill is described in step-by-step detail, with easy to follow projects, professional tips, fun variations and ideas.

Discover the wonderful world of felt with this little guide which covers everything from the basics of felt sewing and the qualities of felt fabrics, to ingenious projects which utilise the fabric in many fun and practical ways.

Take the Next Step in Free-Style Quilting. Learn Susan's free-hand cutting techniques that turn cast-off fabric pieces into new design discoveries. Clear, visual lessons help you let go of "the rules". Four projects go from beginner to advanced. Create beautiful, color-rich, impressionistic quilts. Save...

Vintage Looks Meet Modern Fashion Dior’s New Look silhouette. Jackie Kennedy’s sheath dress. Madonna’s bustier. Fashion trends come and go, but certain iconic styles never fade. Make them for yourself with BurdaStyle’s new guide to sewing fashion through the decades. Five adaptable master...

"Anyone who can work through the labyrinthian directions for sewing that accompany the commercial pattern can surely learn the comparatively simple and clear rules for pattern making," says nationally acclaimed sewing expert Adele Margolis. Her profusely illustrated primer allows you to create your...