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"Flowers are a perennial favourite of artists; and what better medium than luminous, delicate watercolour? Fiona Peart's new book is a complete course in learning to paint flowers, packed with handy hints and tips for new artists - or indeed anyone who wants to capture the beauty of flowers with paint. Numerous simple step-by-step exercises are seeded through the book to allow the reader's skills to grow towards more complex and rewarding projects. A range of flowers are included, from hydrangeas to camellias to hellebores. Fiona's clear, down-to-earth and friendly instructions encourage the reader to try different styles, while the 21 full-size, traceable outlines included mean that even those who don't wish to draw can get started quickly and simply, following the instructions provided"--

Sew 18 cute and cuddly friends with stylish clothes and accessories to mix and match!

"With simple visual step-by-step instructions and hand-drawn illustrations, effortlessly create over 50 different paper creations, from sea lions to spinning tops, Christmas decorations and colorful flowers."--

Get coloring with Shaun the Sheep and his flock of friends in this Official Coloring Book from the Oscar-winning creators of Wallace and Gromit, The Chicken Run, Shaun the Sheep, Arthur Christmas, and Morph! Crack out the crayons and enjoy the fleece and quiet as your flock gets their hooves on this exciting new coloring book from Search Press and Aardman Animations! It's always mayhem on Mossy Bottom Farm, so get creative with color to decorate scenes and patterns featuring your favorite fleecy friends: Shaun, Bitzer, the Farmer and even those naughty pigs.

"Crack out the crayons, Gromit lad, and get coloring" with this inventive new coloring book. The official coloring book from the Oscar-winning creators of Wallace and Gromit, The Chicken Run, Shaun the Sheep, Arthur Christmas, and Morph! Wallace, inventor extraordinaire, and his canine companion, Gromit, invite you to spend a grand day in, coloring iconic scenes and classic characters from four of their hit films: A Grand Day Out, The Wrong Trousers, A Close Shave and A Matter of Loaf and Death. The Wrong Trousers celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2023 so make sure you use the Right Pencils, and - and watch out for silent penguins masquerading as house guests...

Over 40 all-weather knits for men, women & children.

Learn to paint stunning contemporary painted flowers using fresh and simple techniques.

Crochet a rainbow of cute and colourful flower babies using this simple beginner's guide.

Create 15 stunning occasion bag designs using the two reusable plastic templates The components of each of the 15 occasion bag designs are created using the rigid plastic templates contained within the book; these two easy-to-use templates are durable, reusable, wipe-clean and perfect for fussy cutting, plus they are simple to position and use - there is no need to pin them. The 15 bags are each made using different techniques, pockets, straps and fastenings, to create 15 very different results. The templates can also be used for your own further design variations, as you mix and match the techniques covered within the book; Debbie gives advice on how to adapt and create your own unique designs. Each project in the book is explained using Debbie's trademark style and step-by-step photography, and there is also a comprehensive techniques section and a guide to using the templates.

"Learn to draw 38 expressive, characterful manga faces using this simple step-by-step book."--

Sweet Pea Crochet is a delightful masterpiece by Sue Rawlinson, a name synonymous with creativity and originality. Published on February 10, 2023, this book is a must-have for those who appreciate the art of crochet. It's more than just a guide; it's a journey into the world of intricate patterns and designs, told through the eyes of a master craftswoman. The book is a testament to Sue's love for crochet, and her ability to transform simple threads into beautiful creations. It's a book that transcends the genre of craft and design, appealing to both beginners and seasoned crocheters. Published by Search Press Ltd, a publisher known for its commitment to quality and detail, Sweet Pea Crochet is a testament to the beauty of handcrafted art. The book is written in English, making it accessible to a wide audience. Dive into the world of Sweet Pea Crochet and discover the joy of creating beautiful pieces with your own hands.

Learn to draw 28 cuddly kittens from scratch in 6 easy steps. Choose your new best friend from this cuddly collection of 28 playful kittens. Best-selling artist Susie Hodge teaches you to transform simple shapes into 28 adorable furry felines in a range of playful poses. There are 28 different kittens to draw: each project starts with a few basic outlines and progresses into a finished tonal drawingwith a final colored version showing you how to develop your drawing even furtherPerfect for beginners, as well as budding artists, you'll be amazed how easily you too can bring these friendly furballs to life with this inspiring guide.

Sara Naumann provides over 50 new projects that are modern and straightforward to replicate. She demonstrates how simple and quick resin jewellery is to make, using minimal equipment and readily available products. All relevant safety information is included, along with a troubleshooting section. Create a broad range of fresh, stylish projects to make your own bespoke wearables or fabulous gifts.

This book invites you into the world of traditional Chinese brush painting. With its easy-to-follow approach, even those with little or no experience will quickly master the basic skills explained within; while experienced artists will find much to enjoy in exploring this rich and fascinating artistic discipline.

Learn to create contemporary jewellery and accessories using simple macramâe knots and sustainable string. Strambio offers twenty different macramâe jewelry projects using five basic knot techniques. Each project describes which knots to use, how long it will take, and the preparation needed. -- adapted from back cover

"Blackwork is a traditional form of embroidery, usually worked in black thread on a white background. Here, author Melanie Couffe takes the technique and gives it a burst of colour by introducing delicate shades of pink, blue, green, red, yellow, orange and purple. Her book begins with an introduction to the fabrics and threads she uses, and the basic stitches you need to produce the beautiful designs featured in the book"--

A stunning, high-level embroidery book on birds, by Judy Wilford, one the world''s leading embroiderers.This stunning new title from master embroiderer Judy Wilford explores her fascination with birds and the ways they interact with their surroundings. Through research she turned her collection of rough sketches and notes into drawings and finally the beautiful embroideries featured in the book.This sumptuous book is divided into three parts, working through the simplest to the more intricate or complicated forms of the subject. Each piece of work is divided into two areas and includes those elements applied to the rigid frame, to form the background or ''on-framework'', and those stitched ''off-frame'' on a hoop and applied later.Part 1 covers the basic requirements of what you need, including design requirements, embroidery materials - fabrics, needles and threads - equipment, rigid frames, and your workspace. It also includes a section on research and choosing a suitable bird and its habitat, concluding with a project that guides the reader through the entire process from inspiration through to working design, giving all the skills and techniques needed to complete a hand-stitched, low-relief panel based on birds and habitats. Part 2 explores processes and techniques used in designing and working more complicated elements. This project includes elements embroidered ''off-frame'' and applied to the work, such as tree trunks, branches, birds'' nests and, of course, the birds. Part 3 includes further examples of the author''s embroideries and drawn designs that could be used in future works. This section also includes information on finishing the work (mounting and framing), a stitch glossary, reference section and acknowledgements.Though Judy''s focus is on Australian birds, the embroideries themselves will appeal to an international audience, and the processes and techniques she uses can be adapted and used by textile artists and embroiderers for a broad range of subjects.

Beginning with advice on all the fabrics and tools your need, along with handy techniques, learn how to make your 26in (66cm) tall Maddie doll and her fun wardrobe.

"This book will excite and inspire watercolor artists of all abilities to experiment and take a more dynamic approach to their painting ... Explore new mediums such as crackle paste, metallic leaf, and gilding flakes [and] play with print, modeling paste, stamping, and stencils"--

Get started and learn the basics with this pocket-sized, no-nonsense guide to knitting! From best-selling author and crafting queen Claire Gelder, this gorgeous mini guide is packed full of knitting know-how, practical illustrations and three simple projects. Perfect for complete beginners, this book breaks down everything you need to know about knitting: how to read a ball bandhow to get tension correcthow to choose needles and yarnshow to cast on and how to read abbreviations and knitting patterns The book is structured as a simple 3-step course that will help you progress from bronze to gold as your skills and confidence grow. Start with the basic stitches and simple joining, build up a few more stitches for your collection, then finally add in some simple shaping and some pompoms. Before you know it you'll be knitting a garter stitch scarf, herringbone stitch blanket and a loop stitch cushion. Filled with affirmations, this wonderful book is a perfect introduction to knitting for a complete beginner.

"Perfect for complete beginners, this book breaks down everything you need to know about crochet: how to read a ball band, how to get tension correct, how to choose hooks and yarns and how to read abbreviations and crochet patterns."--Provided by publisher.

"Watercolor is a difficult medium to master, and even experienced artists are prone to making mistakes. Over the years he has spent working as a professional artist and demonstrator, Charles has built up a huge bank of expert advice, tricks, tips and techniques for fixing common problems, correcting mistakes, and learning how to avoid them in the first place.... Each 'problem' will begin with a question asked by one of the author's students, such as How do I stop my trees looking like lollipops?, followed by Charles' solution, and a short demonstration of how to prevent the problem occurring next time you paint."--Publisher.

"This is the ultimate introduction to drawing manga: 100 simple, step-by-step drawings of everything from superheroes to super cute pets. Practice drawing different hair and facial expressions or take on elaborate and colorful characters. Whether you're looking for inspiration or just getting started, professional comic creator Yishan Li will be your guide and leaves nothing out. Each project is broken down into just a few simple steps that lead you effortlessly through to the final colored drawing. There are no written instructions to follow - just basic shapes and pencil strokes. Even if you've never drawn before, you will be amazed at how quickly you will achieve your own cute and characterful manga drawings!"--

"The Woolly Felters - Roz Dace and Judy Balchin - bring you another fun-packed needle felting book, this time with dolls that are vibrant, quirky and full of character! Learn how to sculpt fairies, kawaii characters, the British Royal Family, and even yourself or your friends! There are 10 varied projects, each with needle felted clothing, hair, accessories and even props such as spectacles, a toy rabbit, and an armchair! Roz and Judy familiarize you with the basic doll, then teach you how to create an inner core, work with a partial or full armature, and use both wet felting and dry felting. They also give practical ideas for designing your own dolls and include an accessible 'help me' section for reference - they've thought of it all! Learn how to create realistic figures or more exaggerated caricatures as well as how to capture personality through your choice of features, hairstyle, embellishments and pose! Enjoy mastering such a captivating craft under the expert instruction of award-winning authors."--

"Create beautifully embellished crocheted items for you and your home, using just one crochet stitch and 11 basic embroidery stitches. Double crochet (US single crochet) stitch forms a firm, grid-like base that's ideal for embroidery work, using either crochet or tapestry yarn. The effect is a beautiful, raised design that combines the delicacy and charm of embroidery with the soft, tactile feel of crochet. ...Each project begins with a crochet pattern, followed by detailed instructions on how to embroider your items"--Back cover.

"Start your color crochet revolution with this, the definitive guide to color crochet pattern work and largest single source of color stitch patterns available anywhere"--

Learn to draw 28 playful puppies from scratch in 6 easy steps. Choose your new best friend from this cuddly collection of 28 playful puppies. Best-selling artist Susie Hodge teaches you to transform simple shapes into 28 cute and characterful puppies in a range of much-loved breeds. There are 28 different kittens to draw: each project starts with a few basic outlines and progresses into a finished tonal drawingwith a final colored version showing you how to develop your drawing even furtherPerfect for beginners, as well as budding artists, you'll be amazed how easily you too can bring these playful pooches to life with this inspiring guide.

Painting Stones is a captivating book written by the talented Marion Kaiser. Published recently in 2022 by Search Press Ltd, this book takes you on an artistic journey. The genre of this book is hard to pin down, as it beautifully combines elements of art, creativity, and personal expression. In Painting Stones, Marion Kaiser invites readers to explore the limitless potential of an often-overlooked canvas - stones. Kaiser's innovative approach to art and her unique skill set are evident on every page. This book is perfect for those looking to explore a new medium or simply seeking a new creative outlet. Published by the renowned Search Press Ltd, Painting Stones is sure to be a treasured addition to any artist's library.

Have fun crocheting 40 little amigurumi dolls in a range of outfits!Have fun with the Japanese art of amigurumi and crochet 40 fabulous dolls in a variety of outfits. Choose from fire fighters, doctors, police officers and baseball players, or maybe you''d prefer to make a cute doll dressed as a bumble bee, santa claus, bunny rabbit or princess. Whether you are making a unique gift to celebrate a birthday, wedding, Christmas or Easter, or a special reward for passing an exam or joining a sports team, there will be a doll in this collection that will be the perfect fit.  Each project is based on one of two basic dolls - one approximately 4.5 inches tall and the other around just 3.5 inches tall. These basic patterns are presented at the start of the book, alongwith information on how to sew up your dolls, stuff them, and add faces and hair. Only a few basic crochet stitches are needed, and these delightful dolls are perfect for using up scraps of yarn from your stash.