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Author
Publisher
Yellow Pear Press, a division of Mango Publishing Group
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Follow author and needlework artist Rachael Dobbins as she teaches you how to embroider flowers, portraits, and other 3-D patterns that make your art pop--literally. Using a combination of traditional and unconventional stitching and macramé techniques, Modern Embroidery takes traditional embroidery design to the next level while truly encouraging readers to think outside the box.
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing Co
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"With Lexi Mire Brantman's creative embroidery tutorials, you can turn your clothing and accessories into wearable art. Choose from over 25 of Lexi's whimsical, bestselling designs for baseball hats, totes, bandanas, fanny packs, patches and jean jackets to add a trendy bohemian touch to your wardrobe. You can also get creative and adapt these patterns onto all kinds of clothing, including flannels and jeans, and even home accessories like tablecloths,...
Author
Publisher
Search Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned expert in quilting, this all-in-one encyclopedia of quilting explains every process and answers every technical question you might have about patchwork, quilting and appliqué through more than a thousand step-by-step pictures. A peerless reference book, this new edition brings classic inspiration to a whole new generation"--
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
A first-of-its-kind Japanese crochet stitch dictionary! For the first time in English, popular knitwear designer Yoko Hatta shows you creative ways to use a little leftover yarn and your own sense of design. You'll find round, square, triangle, polygon and Irish crochet motifs--from really simple to deliciously intricate--all waiting to be incorporated into your latest needlework projects. Make scarves and blankets using the all-time favorite granny...
Author
Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"A knitting sourcebook full of patterns and techniques for making shawls and wraps with ease Kate Atherley and Kim McBrien Evans aim to equip adventurous knitters with the skills to knit and create shawls and wraps of all shapes and sizes and to help them forge their own shawl-knitting paths. Tips and tutorials address the technical aspects of shawl knitting, from shaping to adapting stitch patterns to making color and fabric choices. A gallery of...
Publisher
Hardie Grant Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"This publication contains 52 knitting patterns by 46 designers, and is a true encyclopedia of socks. Patterns are beautifully photographed and laid out on 253 pages in the style Laine is known and loved for. The book contains patterns from the following designers: Heidi Alander, Fiona Alice, Gina Baglia, Ainur Berkimbayeva, Katrine Birkenwasser, Karen Borrel, Sachiko Burgin, Diana Clinch, Verena Cohrs, Valentina Consalvi, Rachel Coopey, Nele Druyts,...
Publisher
Interweave Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Your Mission: Knit a Drawer of Beautiful Socks! Inspired by the gorgeous sock drawers of Susan B. Anderson, Jasmine and Gigi of The Knitmore Girls podcast started the hashtag #operationsockdrawer in an effort to knit a collection of socks just as photo worthy. Tens of thousands of knitters have since joined the campaign to knit more pretty socks and the hashtag has grown to over 180k tags on social media. Think of Operation Sock Drawer as your sock...
10) Instaknits
Author
Publisher
Stackpole Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"These 24 sophisticated, quick-to-knit projects are each expertly designed, fun to make, and easy to wear. From accessories like scarves, hats, and mittens to wraps and sweaters, all of the projects are ready for their social media close-up! Projects are divided into sections by the approximate length of time to complete, so it's easy to choose a pattern that both excites you and fits into your busy lifestyle"--
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing Co
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"A successful knitwear designer and photographer offers expert guidance and instruction for beginners or seasoned knitters looking to improve their cable-knit skills in sixteen patterns for socks, hats, mittens, shawls, cardigans and more"--
Author
Publisher
Abrams The Art of Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Slow Knitting introduced crafters to a process of more mindful making through αve basic tenets: source carefully, make thoughtfully, think seasonally, experiment fearlessly, and explore openly. Now, this seasonal approach encourages knitters to delve deeper into those concepts, applying them to everyday making through a series of essays, projects, and patterns that explore the life of a knitter throughout the year. Organized similarly to a seasonal...
Author
Publisher
Trafalgar Square
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Nina Granlund Sæther -- the best-selling author of Mittens from Around Norway, Socks from Around Norway, and Knits from Around Norway -- is a fan favorite of knitters worldwide for her attention to detail, her engaging color combinations, and her talent for breathing fresh life into Norwegian textile history. Now, she's brought together a selection of her personal favorites from her previous titles, plus a handful of brand-new patterns, in this...
Author
Publisher
Pen & Sword White Owl, an imprint of Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Floral Embroidery reawakens the age-old practice of embroidery, giving to it a new and modern twist. In this book, you will find 10 embroidery patterns that weave together stunning colors, ancient stitches, and florals picked from your grandmother's garden. From simple patterns, to more complex and intricate pieces, your creativity will grow and flourish. You will learn to stitch dusty pink roses, leaves and stems that will trail to the edges of...
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing Co
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Escape the chaos of everyday life by embroidering yourself a romantic and tranquil getaway. Allow Charles Henry and Elin Petronella to whisk you away to the calming villas of the French countryside. Discover the hidden gems of Paris, stroll down the colorful tiled streets of Lisbon or float along the canals of Venice. Let go of your worries stitch by stitch through these 20 delightful European scenescapes inspired by Charles and Elin?s favorite places...
Author
Publisher
Search Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
26 fabulously cute tiny amigurumi animals to crochet and hang on keyrings, bags and phones. This charming book is full of wonderfully cute tiny animals, such as a dog, cat, camel, monkey and rabbit, that can be crocheted by small amounts of yarn in your stash - all you need is a crochet hook and some yarn. The animals can be used to hang on keyrings, baby buggies, watches, bag pendants, as little toy figures for a doll's house, or whatever you like....
Author
Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
A thoughtful, purposeful approach to prioritize time for making and adding more meaning and intention to your life. Featuring more than 20 different inspiring crochet patterns. Projects vary in skill level, but are all designed for readers to be able to free their minds, leaving space for stitch-repetition to kick in.
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