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The Beginner's Guide to Kumihimo

Techniques, Patterns and Projects to Learn How to Braid

by Dorothy Wood ...

The renowned jewelry crafter teaches readers how to make beautiful creations using the traditional Japanese braiding technique of Kumihimo.Kumihimo is the centuries-old Japanese artform of creating elegant braids using intricate and beautiful patterns and designs. These braids are then fashioned into all kinds of objects, such as bracelets, necklaces and more. This illustrated guide features step ... Read more

$18.00 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

The renowned jewelry crafter teaches readers how to make beautiful creations using the traditional Japanese braiding technique of Kumihimo.Kumihimo is the centuries-old Japanese artform of creating elegant braids using intricate and beautiful patterns and designs. These braids are then fashioned into all kinds of objects, such as bracelets, necklaces and more. This illustrated guide features step
... Read more
Weaving Within Reach

Beautiful Woven Projects by Hand or by Loom

by Anne Weil ...

Modern weaving projects like you've never seen—within easy reach of anyone.Weaving is a satisfying hobby for making home or clothing accessories that look plucked from your favorite stores. Here are Pinterest-worthy projects for creating earrings, clutches, pillows, wall hangings, and more, all organized by skill level. From complete beginner to intermediate, Weaving Within Reach allows you to ... Read more

$9.51 NZD

Modern weaving projects like you've never seen—within easy reach of anyone.Weaving is a satisfying hobby for making home or clothing accessories that look plucked from your favorite stores. Here are Pinterest-worthy projects for creating earrings, clutches, pillows, wall hangings, and more, all organized by skill level. From complete beginner to intermediate, Weaving Within Reach allows you to
... Read more
The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook

More Than 200 Fibers, from Animal to Spun Yarn

by Carol Ekarius, Deborah Robson ...

This one-of-a-kind encyclopedia shines a spotlight on more than 200 animals and their wondrous fleece.Profiling a worldwide array of fiber-producers that includes northern Africa’s dromedary camel, the Navajo churro, and the Tasmanian merino, Carol Ekarius and Deborah Robson include photographs of each animal’s fleece at every stage of the handcrafting process, from raw to cleaned, spun, and woven ... Read more

$37.99 NZD

This one-of-a-kind encyclopedia shines a spotlight on more than 200 animals and their wondrous fleece.Profiling a worldwide array of fiber-producers that includes northern Africa’s dromedary camel, the Navajo churro, and the Tasmanian merino, Carol Ekarius and Deborah Robson include photographs of each animal’s fleece at every stage of the handcrafting process, from raw to cleaned, spun, and woven
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Trespassing

by Uzma Aslam Khan ...

A world-class tale of love and deceit, rivalry and destiny from the Lahore-based writer Uzma Aslam Khan.'Standing in a room with eight thousand tiny creatures, witnessing them perform a dance that few humans even knew occurred; this was life. Everywhere she looked, each caterpillar nosed the air like a wand and out passed silk… When Dia watched one spin, she came closer to understanding the will ... Read more

$10.99 NZD

A world-class tale of love and deceit, rivalry and destiny from the Lahore-based writer Uzma Aslam Khan.'Standing in a room with eight thousand tiny creatures, witnessing them perform a dance that few humans even knew occurred; this was life. Everywhere she looked, each caterpillar nosed the air like a wand and out passed silk… When Dia watched one spin, she came closer to understanding the will
... Read more
Spin Art

Mastering the Craft of Spinning Textured Yarn

by Jacey Boggs ...

Jacey Boggs helps you bring textured and novelty yarns to the next level in Spin Art. Inside you'll learn all the secrets behind her exciting new fusion of traditional spinning and envelope-pushing creativity.The yarn styles explored in this comprehensive spinning guide are as well made as they are inventive. Jacey walks you through each of her techniques, with a refreshing mixture of quirky, ... Read more

$14.07 NZD

Jacey Boggs helps you bring textured and novelty yarns to the next level in Spin Art. Inside you'll learn all the secrets behind her exciting new fusion of traditional spinning and envelope-pushing creativity.The yarn styles explored in this comprehensive spinning guide are as well made as they are inventive. Jacey walks you through each of her techniques, with a refreshing mixture of quirky,
... Read more
Start Spinning

by Maggie Casey ...

For knitters, crocheters, and weavers ready to make their own yarn, this handy guide provides detailed instructions for spinning both on a spindle and a wheel, and offers a special section devoted to troubleshooting and wheel maintenance that keeps projects on track. It offers a comprehensive look at the various available fiber options, choosing and preparing each type of fiber for use, and ... Read more

$15.72 NZD

For knitters, crocheters, and weavers ready to make their own yarn, this handy guide provides detailed instructions for spinning both on a spindle and a wheel, and offers a special section devoted to troubleshooting and wheel maintenance that keeps projects on track. It offers a comprehensive look at the various available fiber options, choosing and preparing each type of fiber for use, and
... Read more
The Lost Art of the Anglo-Saxon World

The Sacred and Secular Power of Embroidery

by Alexandra Lester-Makin ...

Series Book 35 - Ancient Textiles
This latest title in the highly successful Ancient Textiles series is the first substantial monograph-length historiography of early medieval embroideries and their context within the British Isles. The book brings together and analyses for the first time all 43 embroideries believed to have been made in the British Isles and Ireland in the early medieval period. New research carried out on those ... Read more

$28.45 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

This latest title in the highly successful Ancient Textiles series is the first substantial monograph-length historiography of early medieval embroideries and their context within the British Isles. The book brings together and analyses for the first time all 43 embroideries believed to have been made in the British Isles and Ireland in the early medieval period. New research carried out on those
... Read more
POCKET FIELD GUIDE

Urban Survival Weapons

by Creek Stewart ...

This guide is a foray into an area of pure personal interest to me—the world of makeshift weaponry. With most of the “weapons” in this book straddling the line between fantastical and practical, I really struggled with what to title this small collection/discussion of makeshift, (okay, maniacal) mostly urban weaponry. Other than in the movies, I sincerely doubt anyone would find the need to make ... Read more

$4.44 NZD

This guide is a foray into an area of pure personal interest to me—the world of makeshift weaponry. With most of the “weapons” in this book straddling the line between fantastical and practical, I really struggled with what to title this small collection/discussion of makeshift, (okay, maniacal) mostly urban weaponry. Other than in the movies, I sincerely doubt anyone would find the need to make
... Read more
Country Tools and How to Use Them

by Percy W. Blandford ...

Series series Dover Crafts: Building & Construction
Country craftworkers have traditionally relied on tools that evolved over centuries. A revival of interest in these handmade implements has led to an increased demand for information on craftsmen's techniques; but up to now, mention of their tools has been incidental and incomplete. This book examines specific tools on which workers have long relied, and for ease of reference, groups them ... Read more

$15.20 NZD

Country craftworkers have traditionally relied on tools that evolved over centuries. A revival of interest in these handmade implements has led to an increased demand for information on craftsmen's techniques; but up to now, mention of their tools has been incidental and incomplete. This book examines specific tools on which workers have long relied, and for ease of reference, groups them
... Read more
Craft Club Yarn

20 Latch-Hooking & Weaving Projects for Your Home

by Nakisah Williams ...

Craft Club Yarn: 20 Latch-Hooking & Weaving Projects for Your Homeis packed with quirky designs guaranteed to bring more fun, joy and texture into your life.From a lush rainforest cushion and a shaggy tissue box to a chequered coaster and a loopy handbag, there’s something for everyone in this book.Written by Nakisah Williams – owner and founder of the hugely popular online business Craft Club – ... Read more

$14.48 NZD

Craft Club Yarn: 20 Latch-Hooking & Weaving Projects for Your Homeis packed with quirky designs guaranteed to bring more fun, joy and texture into your life.From a lush rainforest cushion and a shaggy tissue box to a chequered coaster and a loopy handbag, there’s something for everyone in this book.Written by Nakisah Williams – owner and founder of the hugely popular online business Craft Club –
... Read more
Woven Scarves

26 Inspired Designs for the Rigid Heddle Loom

by Jane Patrick, Stephanie Flynn Sokolov ...

Explore and practice weaving techniques for fabulous scarves!Woven Scarves offers a collection of twenty-six scarves and variations that range in difficulty from advanced beginner to very complex. In highly approachable ways, authors Jane Patrick and Stephanie Flynn Sokolov introduce new weavers to a broad sampling of weaving techniques, exploring various ways of creating cloth on a rigid heddle ... Read more

$15.72 NZD

Explore and practice weaving techniques for fabulous scarves!Woven Scarves offers a collection of twenty-six scarves and variations that range in difficulty from advanced beginner to very complex. In highly approachable ways, authors Jane Patrick and Stephanie Flynn Sokolov introduce new weavers to a broad sampling of weaving techniques, exploring various ways of creating cloth on a rigid heddle
... Read more
The Weaver's Companion

Edited by Marilyn Murphy ...

All the basics of weaving are provided in this succinct handbook. Filled with definitions and illustrations, the book invites weavers to refer to it as they work. ... Read more

$10.75 NZD

All the basics of weaving are provided in this succinct handbook. Filled with definitions and illustrations, the book invites weavers to refer to it as they work.
... Read more
The Weaver's Idea Book

Creative Cloth on a Rigid Heddle Loom

by Jane Patrick ...

New and experienced weavers alike are always on the lookout for new weave-structure patterns. The Weaver's Idea Book presents a wide variety of patterns for the simple rigid-heddle loom, accompanied by harness drafts for multishaft looms. The techniques include leno, Brooks bouquet, soumak, and embroidery on fabric. Each chapter contains weaving patterns along with swatches illustrating the ... Read more

$9.51 NZD

New and experienced weavers alike are always on the lookout for new weave-structure patterns. The Weaver's Idea Book presents a wide variety of patterns for the simple rigid-heddle loom, accompanied by harness drafts for multishaft looms. The techniques include leno, Brooks bouquet, soumak, and embroidery on fabric. Each chapter contains weaving patterns along with swatches illustrating the
... Read more
The Beaded Bracelet

Beadweaving Techniques & Patterns for 20 Eye-Catching Projects

by Carole Rodgers ...

This is it--your perfect guide to making beautiful, eye-catching beaded bracelets!With The Beaded Bracelet, you can't go wrong. Because bracelets are the perfect projects for both learning new techniques and for advancing your jewelry-making skills. Because bracelets make wonderful gifts; they're always just the right size. And because author Carole Rodgers has decades of creative and teaching ... Read more

$22.76 NZD

This is it--your perfect guide to making beautiful, eye-catching beaded bracelets!With The Beaded Bracelet, you can't go wrong. Because bracelets are the perfect projects for both learning new techniques and for advancing your jewelry-making skills. Because bracelets make wonderful gifts; they're always just the right size. And because author Carole Rodgers has decades of creative and teaching
... Read more
Respect the Spindle

Spin Infinite Yarns with One Amazing Tool

by Abby Franquemont ...

Enjoying a resurgence in popularity thanks to the current trend of DIY crafts, the hand spindle remains one of the most productive, versatile, and convenient tools for creating stunning fiber arts from home, as this beautifully illustrated guide from a veteran spinner and spindle aficionado demonstrates. With step-by-step instructions, this essential manual details the basic steps of spinning and ... Read more

$31.45 NZD

Enjoying a resurgence in popularity thanks to the current trend of DIY crafts, the hand spindle remains one of the most productive, versatile, and convenient tools for creating stunning fiber arts from home, as this beautifully illustrated guide from a veteran spinner and spindle aficionado demonstrates. With step-by-step instructions, this essential manual details the basic steps of spinning and
... Read more
Spinning and Weaving

by Lynn Huggins-Cooper ...

Series series Heritage Crafts & Skills
A look at the extensive history of the folkcraft, its presence in the modern world, and resources to help beginners enter the world of textile artistry.This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of spinning and weaving. The story begins in prehistory when people first wove yarns to create clothing and blankets. The book explores how spinning and weaving have continued to be important ... Read more

$19.45 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

A look at the extensive history of the folkcraft, its presence in the modern world, and resources to help beginners enter the world of textile artistry.This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of spinning and weaving. The story begins in prehistory when people first wove yarns to create clothing and blankets. The book explores how spinning and weaving have continued to be important
... Read more
The Ultimate Unofficial Rainbow Loom® Guide

Everything You Need to Know to Weave, Stitch, and Loop Your Way Through Dozens of Rainbow Loom Projects

by Instructables.com ...

The best book for beautiful Rainbow Loom instructions!With millions of Rainbow Looms sold, the colorful toy is off to a sizzling start and shows no signs of stopping. Skyhorse Publishing and Instructables join forces to bring you the best in Rainbow Loom projects. From toys to jewelry, The Ultimate Unofficial Rainbow Loom® Guide will show you just how much you can do with a few rubber bands, a ... Read more

$22.83 NZD

The best book for beautiful Rainbow Loom instructions!With millions of Rainbow Looms sold, the colorful toy is off to a sizzling start and shows no signs of stopping. Skyhorse Publishing and Instructables join forces to bring you the best in Rainbow Loom projects. From toys to jewelry, The Ultimate Unofficial Rainbow Loom® Guide will show you just how much you can do with a few rubber bands, a
... Read more
The Most Effective Method To Start Needle Felting

A Fast & Reliable Guide on How to Carryout Needle Felting Like Never Before, Some Wonderful Techniques Are Also Highlighted.

by ANDREW ODOKUMA ...

The Most Effective Method To Start Needle FeltingA Fast & Reliable Guide on How to Carryout Needle Felting Like Never Before. Some Wonderful Techniques Are Also Highlighted.A guide that contains everything you need to know about needle felting. have you ever thought of improving or upgrading your needle felting skills to the next level where you can create things like bears or dogs. here you are ... Read more

$4.46 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Most Effective Method To Start Needle FeltingA Fast & Reliable Guide on How to Carryout Needle Felting Like Never Before. Some Wonderful Techniques Are Also Highlighted.A guide that contains everything you need to know about needle felting. have you ever thought of improving or upgrading your needle felting skills to the next level where you can create things like bears or dogs. here you are
... Read more
Wool Economy in the Ancient Near East

Edited by Catherine Breniquet, Cécile Michel ...

Series Book 17 - Ancient Textiles
The history of the Ancient Near East covers a huge chronological frame, from the first pictographic texts of the late 4th millennium to the conquest of Alexander the Great in 333 BC. During these millennia, different societies developed in a changing landscape where sheep (and their wool) always played an important economic role. The 22 papers presented here explore the place of wool in the ... Read more

$43.46 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

The history of the Ancient Near East covers a huge chronological frame, from the first pictographic texts of the late 4th millennium to the conquest of Alexander the Great in 333 BC. During these millennia, different societies developed in a changing landscape where sheep (and their wool) always played an important economic role. The 22 papers presented here explore the place of wool in the
... Read more
Tapestry Weaving

Design and Technique

by Joanne Soroka ...

Tapestries were among the most prestigious of art forms, created for the mightiest in the land and valued for centuries. Despite its illustrious history, tapestry weaving is actually a simple technique that requires little equipment or expenditure, and can be done anywhere. Written by a prominent tapestry weaver, this lavishly illustrated book gently leads you through the whole process with ... Read more

$29.90 NZD

Tapestries were among the most prestigious of art forms, created for the mightiest in the land and valued for centuries. Despite its illustrious history, tapestry weaving is actually a simple technique that requires little equipment or expenditure, and can be done anywhere. Written by a prominent tapestry weaver, this lavishly illustrated book gently leads you through the whole process with
... Read more
Blocking Your Knitting

by Diane Dobson Barton ...

Blocking your project makes it look professional, neat, and fix a variety of ills. I have seen the difference that blocking makes in my knitting, and I want to share this useful knowledge. Often overlooked or just not considered at all, preventing projects from being presented in their very strongest light.You will learn how to block your knitting to get a more professional appearance by ... Read more

$13.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Blocking your project makes it look professional, neat, and fix a variety of ills. I have seen the difference that blocking makes in my knitting, and I want to share this useful knowledge. Often overlooked or just not considered at all, preventing projects from being presented in their very strongest light.You will learn how to block your knitting to get a more professional appearance by
... Read more
Guide complet du tissage avec un métier à peigne envergeur

by Petra Marciniak ...

Le métier à peigne envergeur est une bonne alternative aux métiers à pédalier pour s'initier facilement à diverses techniques de tissage et réaliser des créations de taille moyenne. Couleurs, motifs, textures... les possibilités créatives sont infinies ! Un premier chapitre explique les bases du tissage et la préparation du matériel. Dans le second chapitre, diverses familles de points sont ... Read more

$33.55 NZD

Le métier à peigne envergeur est une bonne alternative aux métiers à pédalier pour s'initier facilement à diverses techniques de tissage et réaliser des créations de taille moyenne. Couleurs, motifs, textures... les possibilités créatives sont infinies ! Un premier chapitre explique les bases du tissage et la préparation du matériel. Dans le second chapitre, diverses familles de points sont
... Read more
Finger Weaving Scarves & Wraps

18 Fun, Easy Projects Made without Loom, Needle or Hook

by Naoko Minowa ...

Discover a truly hands-on weaving technique with this illustrated guide featuring eighteen simple, creative projects.Do you want to make scarves and wraps but feel intimidated by knitting needles, looms, or crochet hooks? Or are you just always interested in trying a new technique? Finger Weaving Scarves & Wraps will teach you to weave simple patterns from yarn using just your fingers and a few ... Read more

$19.45 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover a truly hands-on weaving technique with this illustrated guide featuring eighteen simple, creative projects.Do you want to make scarves and wraps but feel intimidated by knitting needles, looms, or crochet hooks? Or are you just always interested in trying a new technique? Finger Weaving Scarves & Wraps will teach you to weave simple patterns from yarn using just your fingers and a few
... Read more
Yarnitecture

A Knitter's Guide to Spinning: Building Exactly the Yarn You Want

by Jillian Moreno ...

Create your dream yarn! Discover the pleasures of designing and building custom-made yarn by spinning it yourself, choosing everything from color to feel and gauge.Jillian Moreno leads you through every step of yarn construction, with detailed instructions and step-by-step photos showing you how to select the fiber you want (wool, cotton, silk, synthetic), establish a foundation, and spin a ... Read more

$34.99 NZD

Create your dream yarn! Discover the pleasures of designing and building custom-made yarn by spinning it yourself, choosing everything from color to feel and gauge.Jillian Moreno leads you through every step of yarn construction, with detailed instructions and step-by-step photos showing you how to select the fiber you want (wool, cotton, silk, synthetic), establish a foundation, and spin a
... Read more

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