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Wednesday, June 25, 2014

New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns

Request New American Knits : classic sportswear patterns from our catalog. 

"New American Knits" offers garments that are casual but polished, equally appropriate whether running errands, at the office, or socializing with friends. Author Amy Christoffers takes her inspiration from the clean lines and elegant functionality of American sportswear and creates projects that have a classic nostalgic feel.

ABC Crochet: An Alphabet Collection of Amigurumi Animals

Request ABC Crochet : an alphabet collection of amigurumi animals from our catalog. 

Perfect for crafters at all levels, this delightful, authentically Japanese volume features irresistibly cute amigurumi characters for each letter of the English alphabet and the basic techniques you need to know to crochet them. Inside you'll find an array of new friends, including a giraffe, an elephant, a monkey, a panda bear, a walrus, and a lion.

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Quilts and Color: The Pilgrim/Roy Collection

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'Quilts and Color' presents more than 60 graphically bold American quilts from the Pilgrim/Roy Collection, one of the finest and largest collections of quilts in the world. These collectors recognized that quilt makers often grappled with the same concerns as many modern artists. Influenced by 20th-century art developments such as Abstraction, Op Art and the Colour Field movement, Paul Pilgrim and Gerald Roy were among the first to appreciate quilts as more than simply decorative bedcovers, womens fancy work, or symbols of a rustic past. This book offers a collection of their work

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

The Belle and Boo Book of Crafts: 25 Enchanting Projects to Make for Children

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"The Belle and Boo Book of Craft "offers 25 one-of-a-kind projects we can create to bring more magic and make-believe into our lives. Sewing projects include a cuddly toy rabbit, a clothesline play tent, and even an explorer's satchel. Make a robust beanbag, a tooth fairy pillow for your child's room, or a pull-along stuffed elephant with a sweet ribbon bow. Also included are knitting, embroidery, and papercraft projects to decorate your home and brighten your day.