May New Release - 100 Pretty Little Projects

Title: 100 Pretty Little Projects

             

Subtitle: Pincushions, Potholders,

 Purses, Pillows & More

RRP: $23.99

ISBN: 9781600595769

Format:  Paperback, 312 pages

Dimensions: 203mm x 203mm

Publisher: Lark Books

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Since its debut, the Pretty Little series has been a pretty big success - and this "best of" compilation presents 100 charming and totally easy needlearts projects from the previous eight books. From cozies, mini-quilts and organic cotton pillows to pincushions, potholders, patchwork, purses and pouches, these stitched items feature the latest trends in fabric, design and embellishment. Practical, adorable and perfect to keep or give as a gift, every appealing project will have crafters sitting pretty!   

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May New Release - Bag Making Bible

Title: Bag Making Bible

             

Subtitle: Bag Closure Techniques

                

Author/s: Lisa Lam

RRP: $19.99

ISBN: 9781440311635

Format:  DVD, 46 minutes

Dimensions: 135mm x 190mm

Publisher: David & Charles

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Join Lisa Lam, author of the best-selling book The Bag Making Bible, as she shows you how easy it is to add the closures that keep your bag contents secure. Learn how to install a flush zipper pocket, a top edge zipper and a concealed top edge zipper as well as grommets and magnetic snaps. There’s nothing to fear as Lisa takes you through everything you need to know to add professional looking zippers and metal closures to your handmade bags.

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May New Release - A Bag for all Reasons

Title:  Bag for All Reasons

             

Subtitle: Make Fabulous Fabric Bags 

for Every Occasion

Author/s:  Lisa Lam

RRP: $29.99

ISBN: 9781446301852

Format:  Hardback, 160 pages

Dimensions: 254mm x 203mm

Publisher: David & Charles

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Lisa Lam is known for her clear and thorough instructional style that allows sewists of all levels to create beautiful, professional-looking bags. Now she’s created 12 brand new bag designs in different sizes plus several accessories and variations, all intended to be both attractive and useful for busy bag-makers on-the-go. Full size patterns are included on pull-out sheets so readers can get started straight away.

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May New Release - Favorite Quilts

Title: Favorite Quilts

             

Subtitle: Collector’s Edition 25 Personal 

Quilts from Marianne Fons and Liz Porter

Author/s:  Marianne Fons and Liz Porter

RRP: $29.99

ISBN: 9781609001117

Format:  Paperback, 176 pages

Dimensions: 276mm x 216mm

Publisher: Leisure Arts

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Marianne Fons and Liz Porter are the super stars of quilting. This remarkable collector's edition presents 25 of their best personal quilts from issues of Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting magazine. Quilts include the spectacular Feathered Star, a unique Spiderweb baby quilt, and a variety of Star, Log Cabin, Flying Geese, Civil War era and other traditional patterns for all skill levels. Each quilt is shown in a lifestyle photograph and an assembly diagram, accompanied by a complete materials list and step-by-step instructions.

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May New Release - Quilt a Gift at Christmas

Title: Quilt a Gift at Christmas

             

Subtitle: 25 Heart-felt Projects 

from Quick to Intricate

Author/s:  Barri Sue Gaudet

RRP: $29.99

ISBN: 9781446301845

Format:  Paperback, 128 pages

Dimensions: 209mm x 273mm

Publisher: David & Charles

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Quilt a Gift at Christmas features 25 new Christmas gift and decoration ideas with festive projects that can be completed in just three hours, two days or a week. The projects combine a variety of techniques from simple patchwork and appliqué, to adding felt and trim embellishments and decorative stitchery. Each chapter has a charming motif and colour scheme with designs in the author’s distinctive, popular style.

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May New Release - Sweet Shawlettes

Title: Sweet Shawlettes

             

Subtitle: 25 Irresistible Patterns for

Knitting Cowls, Capelets, and More

Author/s: Jean Moss

RRP: $24.99

ISBN: 9781600854002

Format:  Paperback, 144 pages

Dimensions: 254mm x 203mm

Publisher: Taunton Press

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Shawlettes are hip! These hugely popular, fashion accessories are worn about the shoulders and are meant for showing off. International knitwear designer Jean Moss knows this best and has pulled together a wonderfully creative collection of 25 knitting patterns for shawlettes, capelets, cowls, collars and more. The garments are grouped by style: Country, Couture, Folk and Vintage, and feature gorgeous yarns including wool, silk, cotton and sustainable blends. Knitters of all levels will draw inspiration from the brilliant patterns and variations. Additionally helpful are illustrations, charts, schematics and an appendix with instructions for special stitches.

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May New Release - Knits Extraordinaire

Title: Knits Extraordinaire

             

Subtitle: 17 Season-Spanning 

Fashions by Lena Maikon

RRP: $29.99

ISBN: 9781609001445

Format:  Paperback, 144 pages

Dimensions: 274mm x 206mm

Publisher: Leisure Arts

Aust. Release Date:  May 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Whatever the weather, a knitter's entire year-round wardrobe can be found right here in this book of wonderfully wearable fashions from designer Lena Maikon. Fresh and trendy without being too edgy, this collection of 17 designs includes Winter, Summer and in-between weight dresses, tops, skirts, sweaters and more. Made with wonderful yarns like organic wool, alpaca, bamboo, eco-cotton and more, these stylish patterns are sure to excite fashion-conscious knitters while at the same time offering them practical wardrobe pieces they will be able to use in their everyday work and play lives.

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