Summaries of books about Needlework & Textile Crafts:
Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs
144 circles, hexagons, triangles, squares, and other unexpected shapes
Edie Eckman
The book provides a comprehensive collection of crochet patterns for various geometric shapes, including not just traditional squares but also circles, hexagons, and more. It offers clear instructions, diagrams, and creative ideas for incorporating these motifs into a wide range of crochet projects.
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Mini Amigurumi Animals
26 tiny creatures to crochet
Sarah Abbondio
The book provides detailed crochet patterns and step-by-step instructions for creating 26 miniature animal figures, ranging from domestic pets to wild animals. It includes photographs, material lists, and guidance on techniques for crafters to successfully complete these small-scale amigurumi projects.
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Quilter's Precut Companion
Handy Reference Guide + 25 Precut-Friendly Block Patterns
Jenny Doan
The book serves as a reference guide for quilters, providing essential tips and techniques for working with precut fabrics such as jelly rolls, charm packs, and layer cakes. It also includes 25 block patterns specifically designed to be precut-friendly, catering to both novice and experienced quilters.
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Crochet Cafe
Recipes for Amigurumi Crochet Patterns
Lauren Espy
The book features a collection of crochet patterns designed to resemble various food items, from breakfast dishes to desserts, providing step-by-step instructions for creating amigurumi crochet projects. It includes detailed guidance on techniques, materials, and tips for personalizing the adorable food-themed creations.
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Make, Sew and Mend
Traditional Techniques to Sustainably Maintain and Refashion Your Clothes
Bernadette Banner
The book provides readers with a guide to traditional sewing techniques aimed at extending the life of clothing through maintenance, repair, and refashioning. It emphasizes sustainable practices, encouraging readers to create a more thoughtful and eco-friendly approach to their wardrobe by learning skills such as darning, patching, and hand-sewing.
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Hand Embroidery Stitches At-A-Glance
Janice Vaine
The book serves as a quick reference guide for various hand embroidery stitches, providing step-by-step instructions and illustrations for each technique. It includes details on tools, materials, and tips for stitchers to improve their embroidery skills.
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Kawaii Crochet
40 Super Cute Crochet Patterns for Adorable Amigurumi
Melissa Bradley
The book contains a collection of 40 crochet patterns designed to help crafters create a variety of adorable amigurumi figures, ranging from animals to food-themed items. Each pattern includes step-by-step instructions and illustrations to guide beginners and experienced crocheters alike in making their own cute and colorful creations.
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Cast On, Bind Off
54 Step-by-Step Methods; Find the perfect start and finish for every knitting project
Leslie Ann Bestor
The book provides detailed instructions and illustrations for 54 different methods of starting and finishing knitting projects, catering to a variety of skill levels and project types. It includes both well-known techniques and lesser-known variations, offering knitters a comprehensive guide to creating polished edges and seamless beginnings.
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Quilt As-You-Go Made Vintage
51 Blocks, 9 Projects, 3 Joining Methods
Jera Brandvig
The book provides instructions for creating 51 unique quilt blocks using the quilt-as-you-go method, which allows for piecing and quilting simultaneously. It also includes tutorials for nine projects and teaches three different techniques for joining the quilted pieces.
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The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting
Sarah Veblen
The book serves as a comprehensive resource for learning how to fit garments to one's body shape, featuring step-by-step instructions with detailed photographs. It covers techniques for adjusting patterns before cutting and sewing, ensuring a custom fit for different types of clothing.
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