Weaving is back! Create beautiful wall hangings and accessories on a loom, with clear charts and step-by-step instructions. Laura Strutt has designed 25 contemporary weavings in a range of stylish colourways, from bright neons to pastels, Navajo-inspired earth tones, monochrome and neutrals, as well as suggesting alternate colours so you can match your makes to your home and your accessories to your mood. With a comprehensive techniques section that covers everything from how to make your ...

35 beautiful knitting designs, ranging from a simple wrap in chunky yarn for beginners to a lightweight lace evening shawl for experienced knitters. There's simply nothing more versatile than knitted shawls. They can be lacy or chunky, bright or neutral, cabled or just plain garter stitch, but they are always stylish, useful, and perfect for when you need a little extra warmth. Laura Strutt has designed 35 beautiful shawls and wraps, with something for everyone, from novice knitters to exp...

Feel the benefits of sewing by hand for your wellbeing and for the planet, with these mindful and sustainable makes. Hand sewing is a great way to practise mindfulness through craft. Laura Strutt has designed these 35 projects specially to develop your hand-sewing skills, but also to help you slow down, enjoy the moment, and appreciate the rewards of your work. Using a number of different techniques including visible mending, sashiko, embroidery, thread doodling, boro and abstract embroide...

Everything you need to know to create 35 fantastic knitted projects using a crochet hook. Get Knooking also includes a free bamboo knooking hook (size 4mm) and a cord so you can start right away. A great introduction to the new trend in yarn craft, Get Knooking is perfect for beginners, as well as crocheters who want to expand their skills. You'll have fun with this innovative method for knitting using a specially adapted crochet hook, and will soon be on your way to making Laura Strutt's ...

Crochet these colorful and stylish home accessories with 35 patterns by young designer Laura Strutt, author of the best-selling Modern Crocheted Shawls and Wraps. Laura Strutt brings you a range of new designs for afghans, blankets, throws, and pillow covers. Divided by color theme—Bright and Beautiful, Warm and Rich, and Neutral and Natural—with modern designs, there is something for every home, whatever your decorating style. Make a rainbow granny circle blanket using rich, bright yarns,...

News of a new arrival brings about a flurry of activity. In reality there is very little a newborn needs other than warmth and love and what better way to show that you care than to hand-knit a beautiful baby blanket.

Crochet your own shawls, wraps, capelets and more from this collection of stylish patterns

35 STYLISH step-by-step EMBROIDERY PROJECTS from expert crafter LAURA STRUTT. Includes an ILLUSTRATED GUIDE to essential embroidery stitches. Combine thread and creativity to transform plain fabric into stunning artwork and accessories. In Simple Embroidery, Laura Strutt presents 35 chic and contemporary projects that range from whimsical cacti and sparkling crystals to minimalist white designs on coloured cloth, eye-catching denim embellishments and elegant mandala wall art. The projects ...

Fantastic fashion that won't cost you the earth.What is a 'fashion footprint'? What's the problem with fast fashion? And is there any alternative to it?This inspirational guide is your sustainable sourcebook full of activities and practical tips on how you can cut ties with unethical fashion practices and form new fashion habits that work for you - all without compromising your signature style!Author Laura Strutt will help readers identify the appro...

Your get-started guide to knittingThe advice you need to begin a new hobby!Understand knitting basics with this easy-to-follow guide! From casting on and off to performing beginning stitches, this guide helps you discover the joys of knitting and create hand-knit items for family and friends.Discover how toSelect the right tools and yarnsCombine knit and purl stitchesMake simple projects

**Now featuring new instructions, new illustrations, and new information, The Principles of Knitting—beloved by knitters everywhere and one of the most requested out-of-print books for years—finally gets the revision that fans have been clamoring for!A treasured guide beloved by knitters everywhere, the classic book The Principles of Knitting is finally available again in a fully revised and updated edition. This is the definitive book on knitting techniq...

In Uncommon Crochet, designer Julie Armstrong Holetz applies new ideas and unconventional materials--like wire, raffia, jute, sisal, recycled belts, fabric strips, and felted beads--to twenty-five patterns for bins, baskets, totes, handbags, clutches, jewelry, and more.Step-by-step instructions, detailed how-to photographs, and essential advice about creativity, design, and experimentation encourage you to play with fiber, add funky embellishments, and use...