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38 Projects to Practice Your Skills

by Susan Kesler-Simpson

Overshot is perhaps the most iconic weaving technique--think antique coverlets and fancy table runners--yet many weavers are intimidated by its complex-looking structure. But it doesn't have to be difficult! In this book, Susan Kesler-Simpson makes overshot approachable by breaking it down piece by piece so that the weaver understand how it works, and then she puts it all back together so that weavers will have the confidence to make their own overshot patterns or to try any of the 38 overshot projects she has designed for the book.

Weavers will learn:

• to understand overshot as a derivative of twill
• to understand the tie-up, placement of tabby in the tie-up, threading, and treadling
• how to choose threads for overshot
• how to use borders in your designs
• how to set up the loom for overshot
• how to work an overshot gamp

The ultimate creative companion. Each color wheel offers a rainbow of ideas that will help you brainstorm and have access to a world of color combinations.

Publisher: C&T Publishing
ISBN13: 9781644035207
Binding: General merchandise
Page Count: pp. Pages
Discount Code: S01
Pub Date: Mar 24, 2024

The first book on how to create handwoven passementerie (ornamental fringe, tassels, braid, piping, and more) using widely available materials

In this hands-on introduction to one of the rarest of textile crafts, artist and designer Ashdown  combines her mastery of the centuries-old skills with a vibrant, contemporary aesthetic. Learn centuries-old methods and how to apply them to make contemporary ornamental trimmings.

• 11 guided projects for home and wardrobe, from Chanel-style jacket fringe to braided edging for a window blind.
• For beginner and intermediate weavers; requires only a simple loom
• Additional audiences include fashion/clothing-focus crafters, textile artists, embroiderers, and knitters

Size: 8.5in x 10.0in  |  Pages: 160  |  200 color images
Binding: Hardback
ISBN: 9780764367182

Knitters will delight in patterns that effortlessly combine a thoroughly modern sophistication with a certain delicate femininity. With patterns both easy and more complex, there is something for every level of knitter. This book contains twenty-five distinctive designs.

Crochet Peter Panda and his amigurumi friends: 10 quirky animals to brighten your day.

Be captivated by the personalities of Peter Panda and his whimsical friends!

Femke Vindevogel invites you to crochet 10 irresistible animals, each one with its own uplifting story to tell. If you can't decide between Harry Hare and Bertha Chicken, or Albert Whale and Karate Pig, you'll just have to make them all!

Between 18cm (7in) and 26cm (10in) high, yet with personalities much bigger, these toys burst onto the scene with their Scandi palette, joyful outlook and smart accessories. Have fun adding pops of colour to your creations: mittens for Iggy Polar Bear, a scarf and derby hat for Tom Dachshund, a sweater for Jules Reindeer and a rainbow bag for Zoe Zebracorn.

Whether you are at beginner, adventurous beginner or intermediate level, there is a playful amigurumi project waiting for you, complete with charts and templates.

by Margaret Stump

Margaret Stump, author of the original Pin Loom Weaving, has outdone herself with the 25 designs in this new book. There are elegant wraps, a fun fox bag, an American flag blanket, pillows, pins, stylish scarves, and more--all in a modern style that says "hand crafted with pride."

With beginning weavers in mind, Margaret first walks you through how to weave on a 2" and 4" loom. Once you know how to make a basic square and connect your pieces, you are well on your way to making any of the projects in this book. The book divides projects into those that use a 2", 4", adjustable fine-gauge, and even a pot holder loom, and those that combine pieces from different looms, so it is easy to find a project and get started.

• All the basics of pin loom weaving and more than 30 beginning and medium level projects you can make on the go
• Simple weaving techniques for portable looms
• Instructions for making your own simple 2" loom
• Projects for standard 2" and 4" looms, as well as weaving on potholder looms and knitting looms

Size: 11" x 8.5"                                                                                                             Pages: 114                                                                                                                 Format: Softcover                                                                                                          ISBN: 9780811765404

Tiny palm-sized pin looms are making a comeback. Here is a great book to get started with this intriguing continous strand weaving technique. This book contains forty appealing projects, tips and techniques for blankets, bags and 3D creations. Includes directions on how to build your own pin loom.

Bring your favorite Pokémon to life with 20 cute crochet patterns

SABRINA SOMERS

What do you get if you combine amigurumi-the Japanese art of crocheting small stuffed toys-with Pokémon? Only the best crochet book ever!

Pokémon Crochet provides detailed step-by-step instructions so you can create 20 different Pokémon. It's a varied selection, with plenty of interesting colors and shapes to ensure hours of crocheting fun. The Pokémon will be instantly recognizable to fans of the phenomenally popular Japanese game and TV series. In all their colorful and wonderful shapes, these amigurumi are as true to the craft of crochet as they are to the Pokémon universe.

All Pokémon trainers need to train-themselves and their Pokémon. The same is true with crochet. To help in your training, the book starts with a how-to guide to understanding crochet patterns, then explains and demonstrates the various stitches needed to make the Pokémon. Then it addresses the special techniques you'll need to master, which tools and materials you'll need, and then how to put everything together to make a perfect Pokémon plushie.

The projects are split into three skill levels: Beginners, then Easy, and finally Intermediate patterns that are a little trickier. But whichever level you work on, the results are stunning.The beginner projects start with Gengar, then Jigglypuff, Pichu, Snorlax, and Wobbuffet.Easy projects start with Charmander, then Dragonite, Eevee, Flareon, Meowth, Pikachu, Psyduck, and Squirtle. Intermediate projects start with Bulbasaur, then Charizard, Jolteon, Lapras, Magikarp, Vaporeon, and finally Vulpix.
Author Sabrina Somers has been a Pokémon fan since she was nine, and an amigurumi aficionado since 2014 when she first picked up the crochet hooks. She combines both passions to perfection in this book that combines instruction with invention.

Officially licensed by The Pokémon Company International. © 2021 Pokémon. TM, ® Nintendo.

Bring your favorite Pokémon to life with 20 cute knitting patterns

KATIE BOYETTE

What do you get if you combine the art of knitting small stuffed toys with Pokémon? Only the best knitting book ever!

Pokémon Knitting provides detailed step-by-step instructions so you can create 20 different Pokémon. It's a varied selection, with plenty of interesting colors and shapes to ensure hours of knitting fun. The Pokémon will be instantly recognizable to fans of the phenomenally popular Japanese game and TV series. In all their colorful and wonderful shapes, these soft toys are as true to the craft of knitting as they are to the Pokémon universe.

All Pokémon trainers need to train-themselves and their Pokémon. The same is true with knitting. To help in your training, the book starts with a how-to guide to understanding knitting patterns, then explains and demonstrates the various stitches needed to make the Pokémon. Then it addresses the special techniques you'll need to master, which tools and materials you'll need, and then how to put everything together to make a perfect Pokémon plushie.

The projects are split into three skill levels: Beginners, then Easy, and finally Intermediate patterns that are a little trickier. But whichever level you work on, the results are stunning. The beginner projects start with Gengar, then Jigglypuff, Snorlax, and Scorbunny. Easy projects start with Charmander, then Eevee, Flareon, Pikachu, Psyduck, Squirtle, Piplup, Mimikyu, and Slowpoke. Intermediate projects start with Bulbasaur, then Jolteon, Lapras, Magikarp, Vaporeon, Vulpine, and finally Turtwig.

Author Katie Boyette is a Pokémon fan and knitting aficionado, and author of the popular KnitWitsseries of monster pattern books. She blends her passions to perfection in this book that combines instruction with invention.

Officially licensed by The Pokémon Company International. © 2024 Pokémon. © 1995-2024 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc. TM, ® and character names are trademarks of Nintendo.

Crafting has never been simpler; with just a few materials, you can make these cute #PomPomBirds! Follow the clear, step-by-step instructions, and soon, you'll have your own adorable flock!

Publisher: C&T Publishing / Stash Books
ISBN13: 9781644034446
Binding: Paperback / softback
Pub Date: Feb 24, 2024

Crafting has never been simpler; with just a few materials, you can make these cute #PomPomAnimals! Follow the clear, step-by-step instructions, and soon, you'll have your own adorable forest friends!

Publisher: C&T Publishing / Stash Books
ISBN13: 9781644034583
Binding: Paperback / softback
Pub Date: Feb 24, 2024

Enjoy the art of weaving at the small-scale level with the fun, accessible potholder loom!

Unplug yourself—and any children in your life—and enjoy the art of weaving at the small-scale level with the fun, accessible potholder loom.

Familiar to many from their childhood, simple square potholder looms hold stretchy fabric loops that are woven to create practical gifts or handy trivets for your own kitchen.
There is a world of designs that you can create with your color and pattern choices, and most potholders take less than an hour from loom to done.
Enjoy choosing from 140 patterns that can be woven on any standard potholder loom or on the PRO loom, resulting in colorful, practical works of art—and a joyful escape into creativity!
Exciting patterns for two-color to eight-color squares
Be inspired by ideas for enjoying potholder weaving as a group activity, or as a fundraiser for schools, clubs, and other organizations.

Size: 9.0in x 9.0in  |  Pages: 64  |  176 color images
Binding: Paperback / softback
ISBN: 9780764358500

This stylish and beautifully photographed book contains 27 knitted mitten patterns for women and men. The book is split into seasons, with eight pairs for spring and summer, seven pairs for autumn and twelve pairs of mittens for winter.

Using lots of different styles, stitches, patterns and colours, there are lacy, fingerless types for spring, summer and autumn and thicker, enclosed mittens for the winter patterns. From the warmest wool to the sheerest silk, a wide range of yarns are used and there are mittens suitable for occasions as diverse as a summer party, a wedding, everyday country walks and the coldest of winter days.

Some of the mittens, such as Sigrid and Elisabet, are delicate and lacy, others such as Elsa and Helga are worked in single colours; while others, such as Doris, Astrid and Ivar are beautifully patterned, and some are worked in stunning cable designs, such as Stina, Rune and Rolf.

The variety of mittens in this book is simply superb and the patterns are suitable for both competent beginners and more advanced knitters.

Author: Kamilla Svanlund, Clara Falk
Imprint: Search Press
Format: Paperback
Total Page Count: 128
ISBN: 9781782213208

Author: Amy Oxford

The queen of the craft Amy Oxford offers to beginners and advanced crafters alike a one-stop resource! This is the guide you’ll keep at your fingertips while you learn, and throughout your punch needle adventures for years to come. Enjoy Amy’s amazingly effective instruction, tips, inspiration, and in-depth info about every aspect of enjoying punch needle rug hooking. Create her colorful contemporary pomegranate project and gingko project, and learn to skillfully turn your work into long-lasting treasures like wall hangings, chair pads, rugs, cushions, stair runners, and whatever else your imagination can dream up. Enrich your work with fascinating info on things the other books don’t include: the top secrets about the craft that beginners need, and careful step by step photo instructions for doing it right—from choosing your first project’s materials, to creating a lovely result the first time, finishing techniques, mounting, adding complexity, and making your own designs. Enjoy the history of the craft of rug punching, gorgeous photos of works by today’s biggest names, fun interviews with top makers, how to handle the unexpected, and much more.

From the founders of The Modern Crafter, a resource for punch needle enthusiasts covering the basics and 15 projects of increasing difficulty.

Punch needle is accessible for everyone, including those with no craft experience. Readers will especially appreciate the fact that it's a perfect way to turn a stash of yarn into practical items.

This relaxing craft is presented with clear illustrations, photographs, and step-by-step instructions.
Readers will learn the techniques, which tools to combine with particular yarns, and where to source materials—including great ideas for upcycling materials.
The 15 one-of-a-kind projects include rugs, plant holders, purses and bags, children's toys, pillows, wall hangings, framed art, and more.
Sisters Rachel Lawson and Siobhan Watt combined their talents—Siobhan's professional art and design experience and Rachel's needlework expertise—to create these delightful contemporary designs. 

Size: 8.5in x 10.0in  |  Pages: 128  |  200+ color photos and illustrations
Binding: Paperback / softback
ISBN: 9780764363191

More than 100 patterns for your potholder looms in plain weave, shadow weave, and twill. The majority of these are new, never charted for the small loom before, and the rest are strong classic patterns. Learn to convert floor loom drafts for the potholder loom, reverse engineer any potholder, and chart your own design.

Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN13: 9780811772747
Binding: Paperback / softback
Page Count: 240 Pages
Pub Date: Jul 15, 2024

Tom Knisely is back with 30 brand-new designs for his favorite type of weaving project: rag rugs!

Rag rugs are made from otherwise “scrap” fabric or repurposed linens or clothing. When planned and woven carefully, your cast-off fabric will become a gorgeous, hard-wearing floor mat! In Rags to Rugs, Tom explores the weaving possibilities of a variety of fabrics, from T-shirts and jeans to quilts, linens, towels, and more. He shows you the techniques he uses to get the most from each piece and gives advice on how best to set up your loom for weaving with rags much thicker than your typical weaving thread.

Ready to get started? First, look at Tom's 30 beautiful rugs and read through each project for the wealth of information he's included on the materials used and options you might try to create a similar rug. He shares exactly what he chose for each project, but the drafts are adaptable to what you have on hand or can source from friends, family, and thrift stores. Once you've gathered and prepared your materials, refer to the section on rug weaving basics for a refresher if needed and some very helpful tips, and you are on your way!

Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN13: 9780811770576
Binding: Paperback / softback
Page Count: pp. Pages
Pub Date: Oct 31, 2023

A block-by-block guide to creating a rainbow of 30 colorful afghans, blankets and throws

Amanda's bold and inspiring use of colour and pattern gives stunning results that are deceptively easy to achieve. This colourful book contains illustrated block-by-block guides to creating ten stunning blankets, with colour variations providing twenty further creations. Each of the ten blankets is constructed from a series of simple motifs, including squares, hexagons and triangles: creating a large and sumptuous blanket is simply a matter of piecing together simple, colourful motifs into wonderful arrangements.

500 unusual cross-stitch patterns blend gorgeous French vintage with a charming contemporary simplicity.

Enter this deliciously vintage universe of 500 patterns and add a touch of nostalgia to your stitchwork.

Re-create designs from 1800s and 1900s fashion houses and milliners’ catalogs.
Take your cross stitch on a bon voyage into the past with traveling motifs like trunk labels of exotic destinations and railroad advertising posters.
Other sections of patterns feature tea and coffee motifs, and daily life in vintage terms. 
Many of the designs include multiple scenes and motifs, offering you hundreds of components to use in a myriad of ways.
Throughout, be inspired by "mood boards" of completed motifs, along with photos of projects that will show off your creations in daily life.

Size: 9.0in x 11.0in  |  Pages: 192  |  115 color images & patterns
Binding: Hardback
ISBN: 9780764354793

12 Seamless Knitting Projects using Essentials Merino Plus DK & Essentials Super Kid Loves Mohair Silk

Top Down Knitting is the trend in the knitting world. With top down knitting, the models are knitted completely in one piece, so there are almost no seams at all. There is only a small opening under the sleeves that needs to be sewn shut. In this booklet you will find many great models for the top down knitting technique, which are usually started at the top of the neckline and then knitted further down. Extremely practical: You can try on the sweater or jacket while you are knitting and adjust the length of the front and back as well as the sleeves individually. Single- and two-thread models are represented. The single-thread models are knitted with the high-quality Essentials Merino dk yarn made from 100% merino wool. Things get fluffy with the two-thread models: Here the merino yarn is knitted together with the matching print or plain version of the elegant mohair-silk blend Essentials Super Kid Mohair Loves Silk. The large color range of both yarns offers the opportunity to always choose two colors that match each other perfectly.


12 models – all knitted in one piece
52 pages in softcover
Publisher: Rico Design GmbH & Co. KG

14 New Seamless Knitting Projects

In the second edition of “Top Down Knitting Special” you will also find contemporary winter knits that are knitted from top to bottom. Practical: Thanks to the top down knitting technique, almost no seams have to be closed at the end. The three extremely high-quality standard yarns Essentials Fine Fine Merino, Essentials Super Kid Mohair Loves Silk and Essentials Baby Alpaca Loves Silk create luxurious sweaters, jackets, headbands, hats, hand warmers and scarves in coordinated color combinations. The models are all very clean and minimalist and look super modern. All yarns used are made from 100% natural fibers.

14 models – all knitted in one piece
52 pages in softcover
Publisher: Rico Design GmbH & Co. KG
You can substitute Essentials Fine Fine Merino with Uni Merino & Essentials Baby Alpaca Loves Silk with Penna

The Ricorumi book "Blooming Beauties" features superbly beautiful and meticulously detailed crocheted figures. These floral-inspired Ricorumis will bloom in any home or child's room. Whether it's a snowdrop, a forget-me-not, or a cute daffodil, the easy-to-follow instructions and detailed illustrations make all the models easy to crochet.
902010
- 8 models to crochet
- 14 pages in softcover
- Format: 24x21cm
- Publisher: Rico Design GmbH & Co. KG

Ricorumi books use British crochet terminology.

Say welcome to Spring with Rico Design's Ricorumi Charming Spring pattern book! Update your home décor with these beautiful amigurumi crochet decorations that you can make for your home using little 25g balls of Ricorumi DK cotton yarn in fresh and more sophisticated colors. Among the spring crew are stylish hens, a cute bunny, patterned Eater eggs, as well as 'free-style' Easter wreath.

Ricorumi books use British crochet terminology.

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with these crochet figures for your Christmas decoration! Rico Design's Ricorumi Christmas book brings you accessories for a great ambience at home such as Christmas praline and Santa star to decorate the Christmas tree, sparkling candles to spread magical mood and the sweet gingerbread house to decorate the table with the festive turkey. The highlight: The Dala horse in traditional Christmas colors is a stylish eye-catcher at the family party!

Ricorumi books use British crochet terminology.

n this Ricorumi booklet “Christmas Crib - Nativity Scene” you will be shown how to crochet cute figures for a nativity scene. From Mary and Joseph with the baby Jesus to the angel, shepherd and the three wise men, there are all models to equip a cute Christmas nativity scene. As always, with the easy-to-understand instructions and detailed illustrations, all models can be easily crocheted.

12 models on 24 pages
Language: English
Format: 24x21cm
Publisher: Rico Design GmbH & Co. KG

Would you like to create your own cute little amigurumi scene? Here comes Ricorumi Elf World; featuring a very busy cat and plenty of accessories! Choose your scene from collecting acorns, a birthday party, cake baking in a cozy kitchen, a comfortable lounge, getting ready for Christmas, a winter forest and a snowy garden.

Ricorumi books use British crochet terminology.