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      • Home & house maintenance

        Armenian Needlework Embroidery Master classes

        by Lusine Mkhitaryan

        "Armenian Needlework Embroidery" introduces the school of flat embroidery (Van region Embroidery School) and spatial embroidery (Karin region embroidery school) with attention to details and accurately instructs how to make special knots as well as techniques to create various embellishments from knots and threads. For the first time Karin region’s traditional needlework process is introduced in details.

      • June 2010

        Connecticut Needlework

        Women, Art, and Family, 1740–1840

        by Susan P. Schoelwer, other Kate Steinway

        Masterworks from the extraordinary needlework collections of the Connecticut Historical Society

      • Hobbies
        February 2008

        Celebrate Celtic

        Patterns and Ideas for Quilting Baskets, Hearts and Stars

        by Angela Madden

        Create impressive interlaced Celtic baskets, hearts and stars on your quilts, with Angela Madden’s tried and trusted technique. No artistic expertise or geometry is needed. Just print the patterns straight from this CD and follow Angela’s clear instructions. There are 12 different baskets, 6 basket handles, 5 heart patterns and a star – giving a host of different design possibilities for quilts, appliqué and many other design/craft techniques. Angela also gives useful examples to help you make those important decisions about which quilting and needlework techniques to use with your Celtic motifs. Celebrate Celtic ebook is an ideal companion to Angela’s previous titles. ‘An indispensable collection for anyone wishing to draft their own Celtic designs.’ – British Patchwork and Quilting magazine ‘perfect to sit and read on your PC, then you can just press a button and print out the patterns you require . . .clear instructions . . . the combinations are almost limitless. A useful resource.’ – Popular Patchwork magazine

      • November 2011

        With Needle and Brush

        Schoolgirl Embroidery from the Connecticut River Valley, 1740–1840

        by Carol Huber, Stephen Huber, Susan P. Schoelwer

        First book to explore schoolgirl needlework of the Connecticut River Valley

      • August 2021

        SASHIKO Embroidery Design BookSASHIKO Modern Style 31

        by AYUFISH int.

        Sashiko Embroidery has shifted from a practical needlework for strengthening the fabric to a beautiful stitchwork. This book reframes sashiko works as a textile design, and includes traditional and graphic charts and unique modern charts. Presents 31 items in total, categorized into three types such as popular hitome-zashi (one stitch) sashiko stitching, and kuguri-sashi stiching that attracts attention among sashiko stitch embroiderers right now, and stylish Moyo-zashi stitching. All items are modern, chic, and great in contemporary life. Enjoy new designs of Sashiko embroidery, created with a number of tiny stitches.

      • Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        October 2017

        Macramee - decorative and beautiful

        Jewellery, accessories & much more

        by Heike Becker

        Macramee is again in vogue - and rightly so: with the easy-to-learn knotting technique, not only jewelry and fashionable accessories can be conjured up, but also modern and decorative eye-catchers for the home. Thanks to a clear introduction including a small knot customer as well as great projects, which are explained step by step with many photos, fun and fast success are guaranteed! Projects in the book: Bracelets I Easter eggs and small pendants I Flower basketsI Glass ball flower vase I Table runner I Wall decoration & decorations I Dream catcher I Pendant with kilt needle I Chain pendant: knotted stone and knotted stone disc I Earrings I Owl necklace I Tablecloth pendant I Necklace & Belt I Pen cup

      • Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        March 2018

        Enchanting Quilting and Patchwork Ideas

        by Constanze Derham

        This is the right book for all those who like to experiment with beautiful fabrics and colours, with shapes and patterns on the sewing machine. Patchwork quilts are simply decorative and embellish every home in a very special way. The technique of putting together a new whole from many small pieces of fabric, as a ceiling, wall hanging or curtain, has a tradition going back hundreds of years and is now once again a major trend topic. Unique characteristic patterns and colour combinations developed worldwide. The delightful models in this book introduce traditional and new techniques and styles of quilting to show the full variety of this craft. All 14 projects in the book are described in detail, easy to understand and with vivid step-by-step photos, so that even sewing beginners can try them out. The colours and sizes of all quilts can be changed according to your own taste. In addition, there are many tips on materials, tools and all work steps.

      • Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        October 2015

        New Life for Old Clothes

        Small and fine sewing projects

        by Constanze Derham

        Recycle instead of buying new! The DO-IT-YOURSELF and refashion trend in fashion is moving more and more into the limelight. Rather, it is the fun of recycling sewing to breathe new life into old clothes or fabrics and at the same time act ecologically consciously in today's textile affluent society. On top of that it is easy on the wallet. And who doesn't have any clothes in the wardrobe that no longer fit properly, no longer please or have simply exceeded their fashionable half-life? Why then always buy new clothes when many garments can be turned into great individual pieces with little effort and a little skill?Author and amateur dressmaker Constanze Derham is a master in conjuring amazing things out of old clothes. Her sewing guide is full of creative ideas on how to sew completely new favourite clothes or trendy accessories from old jeans, shirts, T-shirts or sweaters. A worn out pair of jeans becomes a carpet as an eye-catcher for the apartment and a lined laptop or tray cover, a shirt becomes a pillowcase and a casual summer skirt or an old wool sweater becomes a children's jacket and "warming" cover for the e-book reader. There are almost no limits to creativity. The author presents a total of 20 small but fine sewing projects. The book also contains lots of practical tips on what you should consider when choosing the material, what sewing equipment you need and what you need to know about techniques such as cutting, ripping, dyeing, patching or hole repairing - all of which can be found in this book. Let yourself be inspired by the many possibilities to create new favourite pieces from old clothes. With this book sewing will become your new passion!

      • Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        March 2014

        Handiwork Fun with Children

        by Brigitte Ettmann

        It is simply a pleasure to watch four to six year old children working with needle and thread with a lot of fun and skill and creating true handicraft works of art. This and much more they have been learning for several years in the kindergarten with Brigitte Ettmann. She and her comrades-in-arms worked as volunteers in children’s daycare centres in their hometown Leipzig to introduce the youngest children to the hobby of handicrafts. And with great success. For the boys and girls, this has an incredible number of positive effects - they playfully discover their talents and promote creativity and self-confidence. In addition, they train their concentration, dexterity and endurance. Also a great benefit for parents and daycare centres! Brigitte Ettmann has now compiled her easily used handicraft instructions in this colourful and child-friendly book. The simple introductions for handicrafts at home and in the daycare centre are best suited for children aged between 3½ and 8 years. With many clearly arranged step-by-step photos you will find the bobble making, knotting, embroidering with embroidery cards and embroidery frames as well as weaving in the lid of a shoe box, the popular finger knitting and the sewing of funny cuddly animals made of felt. The author has interspersed helpful tips and little stories. The book whets the appetite for handicraft fun with children, which is especially awakened by the many funny photos of the little "master craftsmen". For the pictures, some of Brigitte Ettmann's protégés from the Leipzig day care centre were used as models - and with great fun and zeal.

      • Lifestyle, Sport & Leisure
        September 2017

        Bobbin Lace-Making with Children

        All basics - easily explained

        by Katrin Baumann/Steffi Schmat

        The first beginner's book of bobbin lace-making for children! Colourful and creative projects are waiting for the young and old beginners, whereby these are assigned to the individual learning steps. Exact lists of materials, lace letters, colour code drawings, many step-by-step photos, drawings of all work steps ensure that nothing can go wrong and that everyone will soon be enjoying themselves.

      • Memoirs
        January 2014

        Seen and not Heard

        by Jennifer Jane Sherriff

        Past generations of Jennifer's family were farmers and that was her life also, until her mid-teens.  Despite many childhood adventures it had been a bumpy ride, with heartbreak, umpteen house moves and three mothers. How could she be any other than obnoxious and difficult.  Until ultimately, aged sixteen, her father told her to move on. But these were the swinging 6os - rock-n-roll, jazz and flower power.   She went in search of love and happiness, but was it just sweet talk? Then her sister got married and Jennifer was left holding the baby.    What was she going to do about it? She found herself a charming gentleman, who, unbeknow to her, was a compulsive womanizer with the power to destroy lives. And that is where her writing began and the basis of her next story - titled 'The Promiscuous Husband'

      • Handicrafts, decorative arts & crafts
        September 2020

        A Masterclass in needle felting dogs

        Methods and techniques to take your needle felting to the next level

        by Cindy-Lou Thompson

        The art of needle felting dogs can produce amazingly hyper-realistic – almost taxidermic – results, and with a little know-how, some needles and wool, and a few inexpensive accessories, you, too, can needle felt like a professional. If you have ever wanted to improve your needle felting and take it to a whole new level to create lifelike dogs, this book, by world class needle felting master Cindy-Lou Thompson of Chicktin Creations, will show you how. Covering four different breeds of dog (Dachshund, Chihuahua, Yorkshire Terrier and Poodle), with step-by-step instructions and photos, Cindy takes you through the processes of creating different body shapes, proportions, armatures, coats, and blending, as well as realistic accessories such as eyes, noses, mouths, ears, and nails. Learn how to achieve a professional finish with different textured coats, clipping and shaping, and finishing off, using a variety of mediums and methods, some of which Cindy has designed and developed herself, and never revealed ... until now.

      • Hobbies
        February 2009

        The Cross Stitch Guild Design and Pattern Book

        With Over 50 Projects from the CSG Archive

        by Jane Greenoff

        This ebook contains photos, instructions and patterns for over 50 projects by Jane Greenoff and Sue Hawkins from the CSG Members’ magazine, 2001–2006. Here is a variety of pure cross stitch, pulled and drawn thread embroidery, and Hardanger, so there is something for all counted thread fans. Designs include cross stitch on linen and Aida, counting onto canvas, Christmas projects, samplers, cushions, cards and much more. The charts are shown usually in black and white, so they are clear to use, and easy to print out on a home printer. The extensive Stitch Library is in itself a very useful resource.

      • Hobbies
        June 2010

        3D Cross Stitch Cards

        by Meg Evershed

        Meg Evershed of The Nutmeg Company presents 40 new three-dimensional cross stitch card designs. The imaginative designs are stitched on perforated paper, which can be folded and cut out to produce freestanding 3D cards, plus gift bags and boxes.  An ideal book for cross stitchers looking to develop their craft. There are cards for special occasions such as an anniversary, new baby, moving home, retirement, wedding or Christmas, plus invitations, and cards that are perfect for personal messages. Stitch the cards from the charts supplied in the ebook – they are easy to print out on a home printer. This is an ‘enhanced ebook’ – included are video clips of Meg demonstrating techniques.

      • Humanities & Social Sciences

        Fever

        The Universe of Berlin, 1930-1933

        by Peter Walther

        Berlin in 1930 is the glittering metropolis of the new Europe, faster and freer than the continent’s other capitals. Nowhere else do wastefulness and misery live in such close proximity. While Communists and Nazis fight their bloody brawls and Dorothy Thompson interviews Hitler, the Jewish clairvoyant Erik Jan Hanussen invites the leadership of the Berlin SA onto his luxury yacht, the »Ursel IV«, for a weekend trip. Maud von Ossietzky, worried about her husband Carl, increasingly turns to alcohol for comfort, and Ernst Thälmann, chair of the Communist party, finds solace in his lovers. Heinrich Brüning, still chancellor of the German Reich, plays a board game with his goddaughter on the evening of his dismissal. In the end, it all comes down to one question: will there be a »Third Reich«? Featuring trenchant, powerful portraits of figures such as Heinrich Brüning, Erik Jan Hanussen, Maud von Ossietzsky, Ernst Thälmann and Dorothy Thompson.

      • The Arts
        April 2019

        The Art of Feminism

        Images that shaped the Fight for Equality

        by Helena Reckitt, Consultant Editor, Authors Lucinda Gosling, Hilary Robinson, and Amy Tobin

        Curated and written by leading authorities on art and art history, The Art of Feminism is a comprehensive survey of the ways in which feminists have shaped art and visual culture from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day. Featuring more than 350 works of art, illustration, photography, performance, graphic design and public protest, this stunning volume showcases the vibrancy and daring of the feminist aesthetics over the last 150 years. The book has helped redefine the very canon of art history - a landmark publication. https://shop.tate.org.uk/the-art-of-feminism-images-that-shaped-the-fight-for-equality/22015.html

      • The Abode of Bliss

        by D.C.Fernback

        This book is 120,000 words long about 350 pages. The Abode of Bliss is a love story set in the Ottoman Empire in the sixteenth century, the golden age of power, that takes the reader deep into the inner sanctum of the Sultan’s palace, into the world of the harem, the true locus of power of The Ottoman Empire. We learn of the fascinating politics of this dynasty and the means of recruitment to dynastic service, and slowly its weaknesses and strengths are exposed and the menace of the ruthless Janissaries and the executioner’s silken chord becomes clear.

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