Go into the studio of popular textile designer Poppy Treffry, as she demonstrates how to create quirky, fun and memorable projects and motifs. Layering, fraying and applique all add to the free and easy effect, while techniques such as freestyle shading and texturing create pictures with charm and attitude. The variety of projects include home accents such as curtains and cushions, plus personal accessories like handbags and purses. Step-by-step instructions, illustrations and photographs combine with a fresh design to offer you a new twist in needlecrafting.
Added by: susan6th | Karma: 3133.45 | Other | 5 February 2010
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B is for Baby (Annie's Attic: Crochet)
Your baby will be cute, colorful, and cozy with this easy to crochet collection. Traditional stitches and modern colorplay will make crocheting these projects a joy. Every category of babywear is included, with a few little extra besides. Coordinating toys and nursery accessories are a wonderful addition to the basic and beautiful garments. Crocheting for baby has never been such fun!
Beadweaving Brilliance - Make Beautiful Jewelry as You Learn Off-loom Techniques
Just in time for holiday hand-made-gift-making, comes this beautifully illustrated book that shows crafters how to create colorful and unique beaded accessories. Using a single needle and thread, readers will learn a variety of stitches, including herringbone, peyote (also known as gourd), brick, square, right angle weave and African helix, to weave beads into a flat fabric or 3-dimensional object.
Knits for Men: 20 Sweaters, Vests, and Accessories
The book presents twenty original knitting projects for men's sweaters and accessories. Included will be a variety of sweaters and vests and a few accessories, like hats, mittens, scarves and slippers.
