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9780550104724

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NZ$ 39.00 each
Paperback
Author: Una McGovern
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navigating by the stars / thatching charcoal burning / maze laying / making candles making besom brooms / making cider blacksmithing / haymaking / using herbal remediesLost Crafts is an attractive and engaging introduction to a range of traditional and sustainable crafts, activities and pastimes. Around 100 traditional pursuits are described and illustrated, from whittling to spinning, beekeeping to dry-stone walling, lace-making to trout guddling.Whether seeking instruction or inspiration, interested in social history or simply curling up in an armchair and daydreaming, the reader will find Lost Crafts to be a fascinating treasury of pastimes from a bygone age. And, as awareness grows of our environmental footprints, these sustainable pursuits are increasingly relevant to the modern world.

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9781741963748

Jane Austen's Sewing Box order quantity
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NZ$ 40.00 each
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Author: Jennifer Forest
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Based on the novels of Jane Austen, this beautifully presented book is for craft enthusiasts and lovers of history and literature alike. A celebration of the Regency period, each of the 18 sewing, needlecraft, knitting, paper and decorative projects is accompanied by an extract from the relevant novel, historical notes.

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9781844008254

Make! order quantity
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NZ$ 20.00 each
Paperback
Author: Cath Kidston
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Here is a unique opportunity for all Cath Kidston fans to make their own projects and gifts using Cath's own motifs. Inspired by vintage prints found in car boot and jumble sales, and reinvented in cool modern colours, Cath Kidston's instantly recognizable designs are so popular that they feature on everything from mugs to tents. Whether your favourite is Stanley the dog, the sailing boat, cowboys or a floral, you will find them here as, for the first time, Cath is giving away pattern templates of her favourite designs. This brilliant little book contains 48 fantastic projects to create using 16 of Cath Kidston's signature motifs. Cath shows how to embellish a variety of bags, clothes, gifts and introduce her personal touch throughout the home. Inspirational photographs, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and all the techniques you need to make the projects make this an irresistible package.

 
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9781863513722

150 Blocks For Baby Quilts order quantity
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NZ$ 50.00 each
Author: Briscoe Susan
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9781579907143

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NZ$ 55.00 each
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Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott
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The magnificent tiles showcased in this impressive collection will inspire beginners and professionals, as well as collectors and enthusiasts. Some of the larger displays were made to decorate public and private spaces; others use single tiles to interpret nature, tell a story, or make cultural observations. As always in this acclaimed series, all the contributors are accomplished artists, renowned in the field. Mary Lynn Buss creates a field of mosaic-tiled long-necked irises. Peter King and his wife and working partner Xinia Marin fashion large, expressively rendered and sculptural installations. And Melody Ellis' low-relief earthenware tiles pack intriguing narratives into every tile.

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African Inspirations In Embroidery order quantity
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Author: Sleigh Mary
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9780811861281

Amy Butler's Little Stitches for Little Ones order quantity
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Author: Lord Butler
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In the same winning format as "In Stitches", textile designer and style maven Amy Butler turns her attention to baby with more than 20 projects to make for wee ones. This book features lovely photographs, technical illustrations, and ready-to-use patterns that make fast work of crib accessories, stroller blankets, booties, bags, soft toys, and more.

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Author: anon
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9781600593932

A Very Beaded Christmas order quantity
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NZ$ 45.00 each
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Author: Terry Taylor
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Everyone crafts at Christmas and these beautiful projects will make the season glow even brighter. Beautiful seed, crystal, felted and lamp work beads add shine to ornaments, centrepieces, handmade gifts and more. Projects of this title include contemporary, charming wreaths, holiday cards, one-of-a-kind stockings and gift bags. Christmas is a sparkling time and beads make the season glow even brighter. Everyone crafts at Christmas; even the Scroogiest souls suddenly want to show off their holiday spirit. Beautiful seed, crystal, felted and lamp work beads are an easy way to add twinkle and shine to everything: ornaments, centrepieces, handmade gifts and more. Anyone who can string or glue or stitch can make these contemporary, charming wreaths, holiday cards, one-of-a-kind stockings and gift bags. Lavish, colourful photographs showcase the projects beautifully.

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9780980435924

A-Z of Sewing: Everything You Need to Know to Create or Mend a Garment order quantity
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NZ$ 45.00 each
Spiral bound
Author: Kathleen Barac
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Aimed at anyone who has ever wanted to create their own garment from scratch or just fix a hem, this work covers machine and hand sewing techniques. All techniques are meticulously demonstrated with step-by-step photographs to achieve a professional outcome. Readers are encouraged to develop their own creativity with plenty of hints and tips used by professional sewers.
Topics include: sewing machine basics; equipment and supplies; working with patterns and fabrics; sewing techniques (stitches, seams, edges, corners and curves, pleats and tucks, hems); closures (buttons and button holes, zippers, snaps etc.); decorative sewing (embellishments); and, troubleshooting.

 
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9780823099030

Baby Beanies: Happy Hats To Knit For Little Heads order quantity
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NZ$ 35.00 each
Author: Keeys Amanda
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9781600592980

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Author: Hemachandra R
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9781591745044

Bead Loom Bracelets (Klutz) order quantity
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NZ$ 40.00 each
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Author: Ann Akers Johnson
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A cool kit for all those bead-jewellery fans! The paperback book contains simple instructions on how to use the loom and make 7 different styles of boutique-quality bracelets. The attached boxed kit contains a fold-out plastic loom, design sketch paper, beading needles and thread,and four different kinds of beads. Ages 10+.

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9780500288016

Beadwork : A World Guide order quantity
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NZ$ 65.00 each
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Author: Caroline Crabtree
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From Greenland to Bali, from the Ukraine to France, beadwork from all around the world is illustrated and its history revealed in this remarkable book, newly available in paperback. After an introduction and an in-depth survey of bead manufacturing centres in Europe and Asia, the book is organized into five principal sections, with over forty topics in all. With more than 600 illustrations, information on collecting and conserving beadwork, and on where to see public collections, this survey reveals as never before the wealth and diversity of traditional beadwork from around the world. It will be a rich source of inspiration for beadworkers, collectors and designers, and anyone interested in art, craft and fashion.

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9781844484300

Cicely Mary Barker's Flower Fairies in Ribbon Embroidery and Stumpwork order quantity
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Author: Di van Niekerk
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Cicely Mary Barker's beloved "Flower Fairies" are an enduring vision of elegance and beauty. Her exquisitely delicate and intricate colour illustrations have captivated children and adults alike for more than 85 years. Now, for the first time, five of her beautiful fairies are introduced not only to ribbon embroidery and stumpwork fans, but to all needle crafters who enjoy creative three-dimensional embroidery. With numerous new ideas and techniques, this book has been designed to appeal to both beginners and advanced embroiderers.Easy-to-follow, close-up photography and step-by-step instructions will show you how to: embroider the exquisite flowers and leaves in silk and organza ribbon; make the delicate stumpwork wings in organza and silky threads; use organza and silk ribbon to make applique leaves and petals; make charming stumpwork insects; dress the fairies in layers of organza and embroider their hair; embroider the fairies' ... more

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9781554074181

Compl. Pebble Mosaics Handbook order quantity
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Author: Howarth M
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9781844483440

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Author: Anon
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9781844003167

Debbie Bliss - Simply Baby : 20 Special Handknits for Baby's First Two Years order quantity
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Author: Debbie Bliss
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The mood of the moment is all about taking a nostalgic look at the past. What better way to begin than by learning how to knit and sew as your grandmother did, creating your own heirlooms, with this adorable collection of knits for newborns and babies up to the age of two. The twenty projects include cosy cardigans, irresistible sweaters and tops, beautiful blankets, and a gorgeous double breasted cashmere coat, and can all be made using just a few simple techniques which are fully explained right from the start. Each project is knitted in beautiful, classic, yarns that are not only soft and gentle against young skin, but are also practical in that they are easy to wash and care for. The projects in this book are simple enough to enable new knitters to create something very special, such as a cute striped hat and ribbon-tie bootees. The introduction contains all the basic know-how to get you started, from choosing the correct yarn, to ... more

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9781863513197

Decorative Beading order quantity
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NZ$ 23.00 each
Paperback
Author: Beth Bulluss
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Using the dangle method of construction, string a dazzling array of seed, bugle, crystal, and other beads and transform them into gorgeous items for yourself or to give as unique gifts. Spectacular color photographs offer inspiration to the crafter and showcase more than a dozen projects, including exquisitely beaded lampshades, versatile tassels, Christmas decorations, display shelves, and beaded scarves and evening bags.

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ISBN / ISSN:
9781844484171

Designs Inspired by the Book of Kells order quantity
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NZ$ 25.00 each
Mixed-media pack
Author: Judy Balchin
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Over 100 illustrations are included in this wonderful collection of designs from the beautifully illuminated manuscript "The Book of Kells". Anyone needing ideas for their projects will love the interlaced patterns, stylised figures, intriguing animals, mythical beasts and birds. With an accompanying CD-ROM, designs can be easily used, or each black and white image can be photocopied as required; the designs stand up to reproduction at any scale. Artists, craftspeople and anyone interested in Celtic art will discover a fascinating resource for their own work in this excellent book.

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