Hello Kitty Crochet is all about kawaii: the supercute world of Hello Kitty and her friends meets the Japanese art of amigurumi, or crocheted dolls. With 25 cute and easy-to-make projects, Hello Kitty Crochet is as charming and fun as it is simple to follow. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or have never used a needle, you'll find tons of helpful tips and tricks for creating kawaii handmade dolls. It's the perfect way for crafters and cuteness-lovers to celebrate the global icon's 40th anniversary!
Quirk Books
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9781594747090
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Hardcover
Fifty Railroads that Changed the Course of History
By Laws, Bill
Praise for previous titles in the series: Fifty Minerals That Changed the Course of History Interesting, affordable and readable.... Offers the reader an opportunity to delve further into each mineral's historical significance in an accessible way. -- Booklist Fifty Animals That Changed the Course of History An original approach that links the biological sciences to the social sciences... students and general readers will find many interesting stories within these pages. -- American Reference Books Annual The new title in the series, Fifty Railroads that Changed the Course of History, is a handsome, illustrated survey of the most important historical and contemporary railway lines around the world. Filled with unusual and unexpected stories and facts, it will captivate a wide audience, from the curious browser to researching students.
Firefly Books
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9781770851696
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Hardcover
LEGO Architecture
By Wilkinson, Philip
Created in close collaboration with The LEGO Group and Adam Reed Tucker, LEGO® Architecture visionary, LEGO Architecture: The Visual Guide takes a deep look at the artists, builders, and inspiration behind the LEGO Architecture series. Beautifully illustrated and annotated, this visual guide allows you to explore the LEGO teams creative process in building and understand how LEGO artists translated such iconic buildings into these buildable LEGO sets. Stunning images and in-depth exploration of the real buildings like the Guggenheim™ or the Empire State Building, on which the LEGO Architecture series is based, provide you with a comprehensive look at the creation of these intricate sets. Learn why the LEGO team chose certain pieces and what particular challenges they faced. Read about the inspiration behind the creative processes and what designing and building techniques were used on various sets. Featuring profiles of the LEGO artists and builders who created the series and packaged in a sleek protective slipcase, LEGO Architecture: The Visual Guide is the ultimate illustrated tour of the LEGO Architecture series in all its micro-scale detail.
DK; Lea edition
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9781465422866
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Hardcover
DIY Kids' Dress Up
By Near, Jessica
Help your little ones to enjoy hours of imaginary play with this wonderful collection of sewing patterns for DIY kids' dress up accessories. Author Jessica Near has designed a range of masks, paws and tails for days of dressing up fun. Your little ones can choose from magical creatures to wild animals, birds of paradise and superheroes--whatever takes their mood. Jessica explains how to make the basic shapes for each of the accessories and how to vary them depending on the character and creature. There are step-by-step illustrations for all the projects and the general sewing techniques, and, although the designs are distinctive, the instructions are easy enough for absolute beginners. They are all made from felt which makes them quick and easy to sew--no need to worry about tricky hems or seams splitting.
SewandSo
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9781446306772
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Paperback
The Beginner's Guide to Dressmaking
By Ward, Wendy
Do you dream of making your own clothes but are either new to dressmaking or struggle to follow commercially available patterns? If so, then this book provides you with everything you need to start sewing--complete with 6 full size pull-out patterns!The detailed instructions and step by step photography show you how to use the full-scale multi-sized patterns to create basic shapes but also they also include modular elements showing how to adapt and add items to the garments to enable you to achieve a wider range of styles and increase your skill level, e.g. changing the collar, adding in a pocket.The 6 multi-sized paper patterns include a shift dress and maxi skirt, simple jacket, fishtail skirt, jersey top and trousers enabling you to create your own mix & match capsule wardrobe.
Writer'S Digest
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9781446304945
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Book
Pat Sloan's Teach Me to Machine Quilt
By Sloan, Pat
Popular teacher, designer, and online radio host Pat Sloan teaches all you need to know to machine quilt successfully. In this third book of her beginner-friendly "Teach Me" series, Pat guides you step by step through walking-foot and free-motion quilting techniques. First-time quilters will be confidently quilting in no time, and experienced stitchers will discover the joy of finishing their quilts themselves.No-fear learning for quilting novices--Pat covers all the information you need to quilt from start to finishPat guides you through simple and fun practice projects, including a strip-pieced table runner and an easy applique designCollect the entire skill-building library of Pat Sloan's popular "Teach Me" series of books
Martingale
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9781604688313
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Print book
How to Quilt
By Reynolds, Rachel
This is the ultimate go-to quilting guide for the complete beginner – no prior knowledge of quilting, or even sewing, is assumed. Ten fully illustrated techniques are included, covering everything a novice needs to know, including skills such as rag quilting, hand-tied wadding, English paper piece and square work. The techniques are accompanied by nine simple projects, enabling the reader to put their newly acquired knowledge into practice. Projects include a pin cushion, lavender-filled keepsake, bed/cover, bed runner, throw, cushion, tea cozy, scarf and cot quilt. Approachable and friendly in style, this beautifully illustrated book aims to give beginners the confidence to take up quilting, then use it as a basics skills 'bible' to have to hand when they need it.
GMC Publications
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9781861089427
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Book
DIY Watercolor Flowers
By Boudon, Marie
Learn to paint beautiful watercolor flowers in simple steps with this free and easy approach to watercolor painting for beginners. Marie Boudon's beautifully presented creative course will give you a good grounding in this new-to-you medium and teach you all you need to know to get started with painting flowers in watercolor. Find out about paper, brushes and paints, color mixing, wet and dry techniques, blending and gradients, contrast and even how to digitize your work. Then learn to paint roses, peonies, carnations, dahlias, anemones, poppies, leaves, details and textures and how to bring all of these together into beautiful compositions which make lovely art pieces, journal pages, handmade stationery and greetings cards, inspirational quote frames, personalized gifts and more.
Hello Kitty Crochet
By Lee, Mei Li
Hello Kitty Crochet is all about kawaii: the supercute world of Hello Kitty and her friends meets the Japanese art of amigurumi, or crocheted dolls. With 25 cute and easy-to-make projects, Hello Kitty Crochet is as charming and fun as it is simple to follow. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or have never used a needle, you'll find tons of helpful tips and tricks for creating kawaii handmade dolls. It's the perfect way for crafters and cuteness-lovers to celebrate the global icon's 40th anniversary!
Fifty Railroads that Changed the Course of History
By Laws, Bill
Praise for previous titles in the series: Fifty Minerals That Changed the Course of History Interesting, affordable and readable.... Offers the reader an opportunity to delve further into each mineral's historical significance in an accessible way. -- Booklist Fifty Animals That Changed the Course of History An original approach that links the biological sciences to the social sciences... students and general readers will find many interesting stories within these pages. -- American Reference Books Annual The new title in the series, Fifty Railroads that Changed the Course of History, is a handsome, illustrated survey of the most important historical and contemporary railway lines around the world. Filled with unusual and unexpected stories and facts, it will captivate a wide audience, from the curious browser to researching students.
LEGO Architecture
By Wilkinson, Philip
Created in close collaboration with The LEGO Group and Adam Reed Tucker, LEGO® Architecture visionary, LEGO Architecture: The Visual Guide takes a deep look at the artists, builders, and inspiration behind the LEGO Architecture series. Beautifully illustrated and annotated, this visual guide allows you to explore the LEGO teams creative process in building and understand how LEGO artists translated such iconic buildings into these buildable LEGO sets. Stunning images and in-depth exploration of the real buildings like the Guggenheim™ or the Empire State Building, on which the LEGO Architecture series is based, provide you with a comprehensive look at the creation of these intricate sets. Learn why the LEGO team chose certain pieces and what particular challenges they faced. Read about the inspiration behind the creative processes and what designing and building techniques were used on various sets. Featuring profiles of the LEGO artists and builders who created the series and packaged in a sleek protective slipcase, LEGO Architecture: The Visual Guide is the ultimate illustrated tour of the LEGO Architecture series in all its micro-scale detail.
DIY Kids' Dress Up
By Near, Jessica
Help your little ones to enjoy hours of imaginary play with this wonderful collection of sewing patterns for DIY kids' dress up accessories. Author Jessica Near has designed a range of masks, paws and tails for days of dressing up fun. Your little ones can choose from magical creatures to wild animals, birds of paradise and superheroes--whatever takes their mood. Jessica explains how to make the basic shapes for each of the accessories and how to vary them depending on the character and creature. There are step-by-step illustrations for all the projects and the general sewing techniques, and, although the designs are distinctive, the instructions are easy enough for absolute beginners. They are all made from felt which makes them quick and easy to sew--no need to worry about tricky hems or seams splitting.
The Beginner's Guide to Dressmaking
By Ward, Wendy
Do you dream of making your own clothes but are either new to dressmaking or struggle to follow commercially available patterns? If so, then this book provides you with everything you need to start sewing--complete with 6 full size pull-out patterns!The detailed instructions and step by step photography show you how to use the full-scale multi-sized patterns to create basic shapes but also they also include modular elements showing how to adapt and add items to the garments to enable you to achieve a wider range of styles and increase your skill level, e.g. changing the collar, adding in a pocket.The 6 multi-sized paper patterns include a shift dress and maxi skirt, simple jacket, fishtail skirt, jersey top and trousers enabling you to create your own mix & match capsule wardrobe.
Pat Sloan's Teach Me to Machine Quilt
By Sloan, Pat
Popular teacher, designer, and online radio host Pat Sloan teaches all you need to know to machine quilt successfully. In this third book of her beginner-friendly "Teach Me" series, Pat guides you step by step through walking-foot and free-motion quilting techniques. First-time quilters will be confidently quilting in no time, and experienced stitchers will discover the joy of finishing their quilts themselves.No-fear learning for quilting novices--Pat covers all the information you need to quilt from start to finishPat guides you through simple and fun practice projects, including a strip-pieced table runner and an easy applique designCollect the entire skill-building library of Pat Sloan's popular "Teach Me" series of books
How to Quilt
By Reynolds, Rachel
This is the ultimate go-to quilting guide for the complete beginner – no prior knowledge of quilting, or even sewing, is assumed. Ten fully illustrated techniques are included, covering everything a novice needs to know, including skills such as rag quilting, hand-tied wadding, English paper piece and square work. The techniques are accompanied by nine simple projects, enabling the reader to put their newly acquired knowledge into practice. Projects include a pin cushion, lavender-filled keepsake, bed/cover, bed runner, throw, cushion, tea cozy, scarf and cot quilt. Approachable and friendly in style, this beautifully illustrated book aims to give beginners the confidence to take up quilting, then use it as a basics skills 'bible' to have to hand when they need it.
DIY Watercolor Flowers
By Boudon, Marie
Learn to paint beautiful watercolor flowers in simple steps with this free and easy approach to watercolor painting for beginners. Marie Boudon's beautifully presented creative course will give you a good grounding in this new-to-you medium and teach you all you need to know to get started with painting flowers in watercolor. Find out about paper, brushes and paints, color mixing, wet and dry techniques, blending and gradients, contrast and even how to digitize your work. Then learn to paint roses, peonies, carnations, dahlias, anemones, poppies, leaves, details and textures and how to bring all of these together into beautiful compositions which make lovely art pieces, journal pages, handmade stationery and greetings cards, inspirational quote frames, personalized gifts and more.