A practical guide with seven step-by-step projects, designed to help the user gain skills and confidence. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn the satisfying and productive skill of jewellery making.
Zoe Edwards Mend it, Wear it, Love it DK, 4th February, £9.99, HB, 9780241458587 As someone who is consistently frustrated at discarding clothes, simply because I don’t have the skills to mend or take in (or more likely let out…) this is the book for me. Clear, step-by-step instructions to help you rescue your wardrobe.
Animals: Ocean Pavilion, 3rd September, £12.99, HB, 978191164797 This was my daughter’s favourite submission in the pile—I think the cute crocheted lobster on the jacket swung it! Part of a new series, each contains 25 patterns for cute mini animals. Others in the series are Wild (9781911641773), Pets (9781911641810) and Farm (9781911641803).
Monica Russel Nordic Knits for Children Search Press, 1st February, £12.99, PB, 9781782218203 Although there is a crash course in knitting essentials at the beginning of the book, this is ideal for knitters needing stylish Nordic design ideas for the younger cardigan and mitten wearer.
Sarah Hand Art Makers: Papier-Mache Quarto, 2nd March, £14.99, PB, 9781633228924 I remember the fun of messing with paper and glue as a child and am glad to see that papier- mache is having a bit of a revival! This is an easy step-by-step guide and the best thing is that you don’t need lots of expensive tools to enjoy it!
Dan Jones Diana: Style Icon Hardie Grant, 29th October, £12.99, HB, 9781784883812 Interest in Lady Diana never seems to fade, and fashion followers and her many fans will love this beautifully illustrated book. The appearance of Diana in the next series of “The Crown” can only increase this interest.
Bonnie Kemske Kintsugi— The Poetic Mend Bloomsbury, 14th January, £30, HB, 9781912217991 Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with precious metals to create something beautiful and new. A fascinating artform and a wonderful metaphor for both life and art. A delight of a book.
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Norika Nagata Beautiful Origami Paper Wreaths Tuttle Publishing, 20th October, £12.99, PB, 9784805315606 Step-by-step guide to over 30 wreath designs for every month of the year with seasonal themes and special designs for Christmas, Valentine’s Day and other key festivals and events.
Lorna Scobie 365 Days of Art in Nature Hardie Grant, 20th August, £14.99, Flexi, 9781784883256 Lorna Scobie brings us easy, fun, accessible and mindful art projects for every day of the year—this time inspired by nature. A great book to use yourself, and even better to gift to a friend.
Debbie Shore Half Yard Summer Search Press, 1st April, £12.99, PB, 9781782219286 Sewing superstar and bestselling author Debbie Shore gives us 40 summertime sewing projects designed to use up leftover material. From kids’ craft to evening bags, this has it all.
Barry Herniman Ready to Paint in 30 Minutes: Landscapes in Acrylics Search Press, 1st October, £12.99, PB, 9781782216766 A great starter book with easy exercises, including tracings, each designed to teach you a different skill and taking just 30 minutes. Then use your skills to complete the three landscape projects at the end. Also coming in the series Animals in Watercolour (9781782216858).
Tilly Rose Daydream Journals Search Press, 1st April, £12.99, PB, 9781782218722 Part journal, part sewing project, Tilly Rose shows you how to create something of beauty that you can treasure using a wide range of sewing techniques and materials. Truly inspiring craft.
Ruth Thompson 20 to Craft: Kawaii Charms in Polymer Clay Search Press, 1st December, £4.99, PB, 9781782218968 Kawaii is the epitome of all things cute, and what could be cuter than miniature charms and trinkets made from polymer clay. All this and a perfect pocket money price point too.
Louise Walker First Time Knits Collins & Brown, 6th August, £12.99, HB, 9781911163626 Louise Walker, a.k.a. Sincerely Louise, is an award-winning knitting brand that has been featured in both crafting and mainstream media. This book is designed to teach the complete novice to knit through step by step projects.
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