A sweet & sunny way to learn embroidery! Stitch on the bright side with these sixteen adorable embroidery projects for absolute beginners and beyond! Written by popular fiber art designer and author Celeste Johnston, this book features uplifting projects that focus on positive messages, the beauty of nature, and simple pleasures. Inside you'll find: ; 16 cheerful embroidery projects that build your skills as you work through them ; A sunny sampler project to help you practice each stitch; Easy-to-follow stitch diagrams ; Inspiring quotes and creative prompts to enhance the relaxing benefits of stitching ; Expertly designed full-sized patterns for each project From fresh florals and farmer's market favorites to adorable chickens and nature scenes, you'll be smiling with every stitch. Each project includes a detailed reference photograph, step-by-step instructions, a full-sized perforated pattern, and everything you need to know about stitches, thread, and materials. The perfect book for beginners and advanced stitchers alike!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 168

Dimensions: 191 x 241 mm

Publication Date: 30-08-2022

This book covers all of the most popular tie-dye techniques - ice dyeing, crumple dyeing and shibori - and shows how to create a wide variety of designs and patterns. All you need to get started are inexpensive materials - fabric, string, rubber bands - and dye!

Bind: paperback

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 216 x 279 mm

Publication Date: 23-08-2022

A creative guide that's perfect forboth quilters and crafters, Hoop Quilts for Beginners features 15 hoop-framed block designs of varying sizes. Learn how to create these stunning wall hangings with step-by-step instructions on how to add hand embroidery and other embellishments. A great way to use up scrap fabric whilst making something beautiful without committing to an entire quilt!

Bind: paperback

Pages: 112

Dimensions: 203 x 254 mm

Publication Date: 23-08-2022

Be inspired by an entirely new patchwork quilting approach! Color and Form Quilt Blocks features 180 carefully-curated blocks that represent the unique style of Japanese quilting and patchwork. Each quilt block pattern is simple and classic while also incorporating unique Japanese design elements, colorways, and characteristics that make for a fresh, updated aesthetic with a cultural twist. In addition to the stunning 180 patchwork block patterns, also included are examples of patterns that have been sewn, making this book a helpful resource for choosing fabrics and matching colors. Helpful introductory overviews on basic sewing techniques are also provided, plus helpful descriptions on how to make practical items including coasters, pouches, quilts, and mini bags.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 200

Dimensions: 203 x 254 mm

Publication Date: 23-08-2022

A creative journal designed to help you find your inner artist! Connect with your creativity, explore new art techniques, and experience personal growth with this guided art journal from internationally-acclaimed artist Jessi Raulet (EttaVee). Inside, you will find ideas, exercises, and inspiration for art techniques such as collaging, coloring, drawing, and painting. You'll also explore color, learn to make a vision board, and find thoughtful journal prompts on a variety of art-related themes such as: Nurturing the artist within Exploring various art techniques without self-judgment Identifying and expressing an authentic style Harnessing the creative energy of travel and movement Experiencing the powerful effect of color on emotion Developing creative confidence Sharing the joy of creativity with others Designed to inspire, this keepsake book is filled with inspiring quotes and the author's bright and beautiful abstract art. Be bright, be bold, and be creative!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 96

Dimensions: 216 x 254 mm

This beautifully produced poly-art paint by sticker book features 10 geometric animal designs. Using between 60-100 coloured stickers for each pattern, children will marvel as geometric shapes transform into beautiful, crystalized animals. Also included are fun facts about each animal meaning children learn as they bring them to life! Designs are printed on thick, perforated pages that easily detach for display or gifting once a painting is completed.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 44

Dimensions: 228 x 228 mm

Publication Date: 23-08-2022

This beautifully produced poly-art paint by sticker book features 10 geometric bird designs. Using between 60-100 coloured stickers for each pattern, children will marvel as geometric shapes transform into beautiful, crystalized birds. Also included are fun facts about each bird meaning children learn as they bring them to life! Designs are printed on thick, perforated pages that easily detach for display or gifting once a painting is completed.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 44

Dimensions: 228 x 228 mm

Publication Date: 23-08-2022

This beautifully produced poly-art paint by sticker book features 10 geometric horse designs. Using between 60-100 coloured stickers for each pattern, children will marvel as geometric shapes transform into beautiful, crystalized horses. Also included are fun facts about each horse meaning children learn as they bring them to life! Designs are printed on thick, perforated pages that easily detach for display or gifting once a painting is completed.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 44

Dimensions: 228 x 228 mm

Publication Date: 23-08-2022

Space is spectacular This short, informative and engaging guide to the wonders of the universe will fascinate and inspire readers of all ages There's never been a more exciting time to learn about space. As new rockets are launched and fresh discoveries are made, humanity's urge to explore and understand what's going on out there keeps evolving and expanding. But you don't need to have Einstein-level training to grasp the science and ponder the big questions. This little book covers everything from the Big Bang and the formation of the planets in our solar system, and how to spot them in the night sky, to a timeline of firsts and major events, including the Apollo missions, Elon Musk's SpaceX programme and Tim Peake's Principia mission. Packed with awe-inspiring facts and profiles of key figures, it will take you on an out-of-this-world adventure to the stars and back. Among the many fascinating questions the book will answer are these: How big is the universe and how was it formed? How many meteorites crash into Earth every day? Could humans one day live on Mars? Are we alone in the universe?

Bind: paperback

Pages: 144

Dimensions: 105 x 148 mm

Publication Date: 14-08-2022

Step into a world of gods, heroes and monsters Throughout history, mythologies have been fundamental to societies and cultures across the world. They are the collected stories of a people - the fascinating folk tales and the epic legends that shape the history and the beliefs of whole civilizations. This pocket guide offers readers an engaging and accessible introduction to the major world mythologies, exploring their origins, foundational stories and key mythological figures. Learn how the Greeks won the ten-year Trojan war, how the Norse god Thor got his mighty hammer, and why the Aztecs made a daily human sacrifice to the sun god, Huitzilopochtli. If you're looking to enrich and expand on your understanding of world history, religion and culture, then this book is an ideal starting point to fill your mind with stories of wisdom and wonder. Discover the captivating stories behind the following mythologies: Aboriginal, Aztec, Celtic, Chinese, Egyptian, Greek, Hindu, Incan, Japanese, Maori, Mayan, Mesopotamian, Norse, Roman.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 105 x 148 mm

Publication Date: 14-08-2022