Quick and easy doesn't mean boring, as this vibrant crochet guide attests. Twenty-four simple patterns, each of which can be finished in 24 hours or less, include garments, bags, and home accessories. They're easy to pick up whenever you have a few moments to spare - but they're hard to put down! You'll be amazed at what you can create in such a short time. Patterns include stylish hats, scarves, sweaters, and purses as well as afghans, doilies,...

Join the fun and start crafting with punch needle. Curious crafters looking for a fun, new hobby look no further Punch needle artist and instructor Andie Solar provides the perfect introduction with 13 colourful and well-designed projects organised from beginner to advanced and is kid-friendly too. Each project includes step-by-step instructions, full-colour pattern, and tips to help you along the way. This comprehensive guide contains information...

Knitting is hot, with 4 million newcomers in the last few years joining a core group of 38,000,000 knitters nationwide. And these are primarily young, creative, connected chicks with sticks who are coming together in living rooms, knitting cafes, and chic yarn stores, and making everything from funky hats to bikinis. In Stitch 'n Bitch, Debbie Stoller-founder of the first Stitch 'n Bitch knitting group in New York City-covers every aspect of knitting...

After her good friend Godwin has a nasty quarrel with John, his significant other, full-time needlework shop owner and part-time sleuth Betsy Devonshire finds herself with a roommate. Betsy doesn't mind having company, though Godwin is restless and unhappy over the sudden break-up. But sadness turns to grief when Betsy and Godwin discover John dead in his home, and Godwin is arrested for the murder. Betsy knows her friend couldn't be the killer,...

Twenty-five sewn gifts that are quick to make and lovely to receive make the perfect presents when you're short of time and ideas. It uses modern fabrics, sewing, appliqué, patchwork and stitchery. Gifts for friends, family and home are all here, including Christmas gifts. It is perfect for experimenting with new techniques supported by step-by-step artworks, templates and charts.

"Embrace and enjoy sewing by hand...Make sewing by hand your next creative accomplishment! Embrace the chance to unwind and enjoy the process of creating hand made quilt blocks with Becky Goldsmith's step-by-step instructions. Start at the beginning and learn how to appliqué, quilt, and paper piece by hand, and appreciate the unique dedication of a hand-sewn project, guaranteeing your patchwork project to be one of your most special and personal...