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Get fired up by fuse beads with this stunning collection of simple makes! A new wave of crafters are turning Perler Beads on their head and showing that far from being just novelties for kids, these colourful plastic beads that fuse together when ironed can be used to make stunning sophisticated gifts and accessories. In this fun collection of genuinely easy makes, you will find fuse bead patterns, designs and ideas for a wide range of items – from jewellery such as necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings, to home décor items such as coasters, a photo frame, a garland, a clock and even a lampshade that will have you seeing Perler Beads in a whole new light! Each project has a full-colour chart plus easy-to-follow instructions to guide you through the process from start to finish.
Elegant Lace Cakes
Create breathtakingly beautiful lace cakes with acclaimed cake designer and bestselling author Zoe Clark. Features 12 elegant and exquisite lace cake designs for weddings and special occasions in a variety of colorways. Innovative new products such as Sugarveil and Cake Lace are explored, along with established techniques including embossing, applique, piping and brushwork. Each main cake is presented alongside a smaller spin-off idea, showing you how the effects can also be applied to cookies, mini cakes and fondant fancies to complement the theme. Tried and tested recipes, informative step-by-step photography, practical instructions and helpful tips make this the definitive guide to lace cakes.
The Unofficial LEGO® Jewelry Book
Everyone loves LEGO®! This bright collection of 18 jewellery and fashion accessory projects will show you that LEGO® is not just for model making and can be used to create unique and quirky wearables that will be the talk of the town. With ideas ranging from necklaces, rings and bracelets to brooches, belt buckles and even hairbands, readers will be wowed by the creative possibilities of LEGO® as a crafting medium. All the tools, equipment and techniques are explained, and detailed step-by-step instructions will show you what components you need and how to build up each design. Fashion themes included range from Gothic to Kitsch, Nature to Urban and include designs that readers both young and young-at-heart will admire and adore.
Sew Pretty for Little Girls
Make little girls' dreams come true with the prettiest sewing projects ever imagined! Using classic florals, rainbow hues and delicate prints, super-talented designer Alice Caroline shows you how create this stunning collection of over 20 easy sewing patterns to bring joy and color to any little girl's world. Detailed step-by-step colored instructions accompany each of the projects–so why not make your little girl a quilt to snuggle up in, a skirt or dress to twirl and whirl in, sumptuous pillows to play-fight with, a bag or a purse to carry her treasures in, a topsy turvy doll to become best friends with, or just pretty up every part of her bedroom with lampshades, curtains, cushions and much more! Alice uses simple sewing techniques including English paper piecing, easy quilting methods, simple garment making with a selfdrafted pattern and basic bag making. The projects featured in the book are made using world renowned Liberty Art fabrics, these quintessentially English prints offer a distinct look and feel, but of course, you can use any pretty fabrics of your choosing!
Little Lady Liberty
Make little girls' dreams come true with the prettiest sewing projects ever imagined! Let her . . .. . . snuggle up in a quilt . . . play-fight with pillows . . . twirl and whirl in skirts and dresses . . . carry her treasures in bags and purses . . . become best friends with a topsy turvy doll . . . and pretty-up her room with lampshades, curtains, cushions and more! Sewn in Liberty classic florals, rainbow hues and delicate prints, this exquisite collection of easy sewing patterns will help you bring joy and color to any little girl's life.
Cardboard Creatures
Cardboard has never been so much fun – just look what you can make with it! So before you bin that box, take a look at the clever ideas in this exciting new book of cardboard animal projects. Light yet durable, cardboard is ideal to create on-trend animal-themed ornaments and decorative furniture that will delight both children and adults alike. Projects include mouse and tortoise storage boxes, a wolf pencil case, an elephant plant pot, even a Noah's Ark clock, an owl lampshade, a zoo chess set, cat storage drawers, a penguin side table, a lion doll's bed and more! All of the cardboard craft techniques are explained, with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and templates.
50 Thrifty DIY Lampshades
Choosing the right lampshade can enhance the mood of a room but making lampshades by hand provides a uniquely individual touch 50. Thrifty DIY Lampshades provides you with a beautiful yet achievable collection of lampshade projects that look expensive but don't have the price tag to match to enhance any home! Each of the 50 projects is accompanied by simple instructions, diagrams and illustrated by beautiful photographs. Useful templates and stencils are also provided to help you master the basic techniques, whether you are a complete novice or an expert DIY-er. Features a diverse range of styles, techniques and materials for wide appeal – including knitting, sewing, beading, decoupage, upcycling, papercraft and more. So why not brighten up your decor with handmade lamps in an abundance of styles from contemporary chic to natural organic, classic retro to boho modern.
The 1718 Coverlet
Quilters will be delight in this book featuring the earliest dated piece of British patchwork–the 1718 coverlet. The 1718 coverlet is the earliest known British patchwork that has a date worked into the piece and forms a benchmark against which all other rare survivors of early 18th century patchwork can be compared. Step back in time and learn how to recreate each of the stunning 69 blocks by just following the detailed instructions offered in the book, which you can then use individually or together to make your own replica coverlet. A fabulous historical quilting reference the coverlet was made using the Mosaic patchwork technique–a time-consuming method requiring the use of paper for templates. Some of the paper templates still remain in the coverlet and provide tantalising glimpses of printed and hand written text including bills, letters and printed text as well as hand drawn designs for the quilt.
Lindy Smith's Mini Cakes Academy
From, Lindy Smith, the author of the international bestsellers The Contemporary Cake Decorating Bible and Creative Colour for Cake Decorating , this is the definitive guide to mini cakes. It is perfect for beginners and more experienced cake crafters alike with 30 projects providing detailed step-by-step instructions supported by beautiful and helpful photography, making mini cakes achievable for all.
101 Top Techniques for Artists
101 Top Techniques for Artists is a colourful compendium packed full of practical tips and techniques by 101 of today’s most popular leading artists. Each technique is presented in clear, simple step-by-step instructions that describe how to complete the project yourself, including a full list of materials and detailed images to guide you along the way. Divided into seven chapters that cover watercolours, acrylics, oils, pastels, drawing and mixed media, this handy book is bursting with some of the most popular styles and subjects, designed to showcase the very best of artistic abilities available to help develop your own creative streak. All contributors featured in this book are professional artists belonging to the SAA, who together with a global community of over 46,000 other members, make up the world’s largest and friendliest art society. Whether you’re a beginner, an improver or a professional, there’s something new to learn for everyone in this comprehensive collection.