Stitch Zakka: 22 Projects to Sew & Embellish 25 Embroidery Stitches

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22 small embroidered projects with simple step-by-step instructions ideal for beginner and intermediate sewists Learn 26 basic embroidery stitches and how to transfer embroidery patterns to fabric Full-size embroidery designs with instructions for color and stitch placement Today s coolest crafters use beautiful COSMO embroidery thread to bring a fresh perspective to the centuries-old technique of embroidery in this charming collection. Featuring 22 projects with a contemporary flair, you ll find embroidery patterns for an iPad sleeve, e-reader holder, pillow, tote, baby bib, softies, and so much more. Each project is fully explained with simple instructions, helpful hints, color photographs, and plenty of creative inspiration.

Mason Jar Crafts: DIY Projects for Adorable and Rustic Decor, Storage, Lighting, Gifts and Much More

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Packed with dozens of easy do-it yourself projects, this book shows how to transform the forever fashionable Mason jar into everything from a festive party decoration or fun children's toy to an elegant wedding favor or useful home decoration, including: a cake stand, calligraphy drink glasses, holiday candelabra, a terrarium, a night light, a piggy bank, an herb garden and animal hooks. With helpful instructions and over 150 step-by-step photos, Mason Jar Crafts will have you fashioning inexpensive and stylish projects in no time.

Knit Your Socks on Straight: A New and Inventive Technique with Just Two Needles

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Curtis, a seasoned knitting instructor, encountered a number of students who wanted to knit socks, but were intimidated by the double-pointed needles required to knit a small tube. This led to the development of her sock-knitting technique, which uses two straight needles to knit a flat sock, which is then seamed using a crochet hook. Though knitting socks flat isn't a brand-new technique, Curtis focuses on designing socks that are comfortable, wearable, and a step up from plain vanilla. The result? Attractive socks that knitters with a deep-seated fear of double-pointed needles can create. VERDICT Curtis's technique isn't for everyone, but her addition to knitting literature will open up sock knitting to a new audience. Copyright 2013 Library Journal, LLC

Sew a Backyard Adventure: 21 Projects Teepees, Hats, Backpacks, Quilts, Sleeping Bags & More

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Sisters Maw and Bell have collaborated on a set of patterns of unusually complementary designs, all variations of what one might need when camping. The majority of the patterns are for children, from a child-sized fishing vest with lots of pockets to the Good Night Sleeping Bag with a stuff sack. Several quilts are stunning and complex: the Blowin' in the Wind quilt features an array of pinwheel blocks in three sizes, and the bear-and-tree-filled Woodland Trail Quilt evokes an Alaskan log cabin. In fact, all of the patterns are quite complex and require a good knowledge of sewing before being attempted, although decent, if hardly comprehensive, directions and pattern templates certainly help. While the patterns (which are, unfortunately, often designated "for campy kids") are reminiscent of actual camping gear, sleeping bags and clothes aren't lined or waterproof. "Backyard" is the right setting for these items. Pattern templates and full color photos --Publishers Weekly; April 1, 2013

Metropolitan Knits: Chic Designs for Urban Style

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Big city. Big style. It's knitting that's fashionable yet timeless. With these 20 polished, sophisticated projects, knitwear designer Wehrle has created a collection that perfectly reflects the rhythm, flavor, and drama of city life.