The latest book from the Mollie Makes team takes its inspiration from woodland creatures. Ten of our favourite crafty contributors have put together over 20 exclusive projects featuring crafty foxes, cute and cuddly mice, wise old owls and any other forest-dweller you can imagine! There are ideas for home accessories, toys, gifts and cards, covering a huge range of techniques. Whether you are a knitter or fancy trying out some crochet, stitching or papercutting, there is a something for you. Each project is accompanied by clear step-by-step photography and stylish photography, with hints and tips direct from the makers. So dig out your very best vintage fabrics, most colourful yarns and threads, clear the kitchen table and prepare to be inspired. Word count: 20,000

Basic embroidery stitches are clearly explained with step-by-step illustrations. Shows how to work from charted designs as well as following freeform or "doodle stitching." There are also brief tutorials on crewel work, ribbon embroidery, bargello, cross stitch, and even machine embroidery. Projects span an international range of embroidery, and experts demonstrate the different ways in which the techniques and stitches can be used. The book focuses on ideas for using needlework pieces around the home: pillows, table runners, and more.

Let's open the treasure vault In her second book, designer Erinna Lee reveals a spectacular road map to help you find her most fabulous amigurumi. Bonnie the Bear has a passion for costume-making and fancy dress, Darcy the Dragon is learning how to fly and blow big fireballs, Hattie the Mouse loves her online shopping and Detective Benedict the Shrew is busy cracking the case of the missing yarn. And they have a lot more friends, with gorgeous dreams and passions of their own. Having these little sweethearts around will make you feel like a million The 15 amigurumi in this book are dazzling little delights, waiting to be discovered and cherished by you. They're outfitted with the most kawaii accessories that you can mix and match with the other characters as well. Erinna shares a wealth of information in this book, so with a couple of stitches and some soft yarn, you'll make your very own amigurumi treasure trove in no time

Welcome to the wildly imaginative world of Pica Pau! Get together with the creative zebra, the thoughtful lion, the witty anteater, the flamboyant elephant, and many more: there's room for everyone at Yan's craft table! Toy maker, character designer, and crochet knitter Yan Schenkel has collected the most original amigurumi around her. In this book, she shows her passion for amigurumi crochet in 20 new designs, and also shares special tips and tricks for every single project. All patterns contain detailed instructions, accompanied by step-by-step pictures and explanations of all techniques used, so both beginners and advanced crocheters can easily get acquainted with her animal band.

The complete beginners' guide to sewing with 20 exclusive projects. Sewing is the perfect hobby – it’s relaxing, creative and useful! Now the team behind Mollie Makes magazine have brought together all their favourite designers to share their tips, stories and beautiful sewing projects. Featuring 20 fun and stylish makes, this book will appeal to all skill levels, but the step-by-by step instructions and comprehensive techniques section make it perfect for complete beginners – building their confidence from the basics of hand-stitching, through utility and decorative stitching to machine sewing and beyond! Make great gifts like a dapper bear pyjama case or hedgehog sewing set; run up cute wedding favours, a foxy sleep mask or a beautiful make-up brush case; cosy up your home with fruity floor cushions, an easy peasy patchwork quilt or Christmas stockings; or makeover your wardrobe with an on-trend A-line skirt, embellished t-shirt or the picture perfect trapeze sundress. This book has everything to inspire readers to clear their kitchen tables and get sewing!

Make something new every day of the year! Craft-a-Day offers daily inspiration along with weekly themes to kick-start your creativity. Make magnets, cupcake toppers, garlands, cards, wall art, finger puppets, and more! With 52 different themes, from rainbows and snowmen to ladybugs and groundhogs, you’ll find fun and cuteness on every page. Author Sarah Goldschadt provides whimsical projects for easy crafts that require no advanced skills or crazy tools. Complete with handy patterns and how-to photos, Craft-a-Day challenges you to make something special, every day of the year.

The founder of Miss Daisy Patterns has crafted “a great book if you want to get into the world of making animal dolls and wardrobes of clothes for them (Blackberry Garden). Learn how to make Daisy Dog, her best friends Rosie Rabbit, the twins Betty and Ben Bear and Daisy’s beret wearing puppy, Mimi. Each character has their own complete wardrobe for all of their adventures together, from playing dress up to long summer picnics, sleepovers and weekend walks. Sewing Animal Dolls features easy to follow step-by-step instructions with full-size sewing patterns for all of the characters, clothes and accessories. “This beautiful collection of handmade dolls is sure to be cherished for years to come!” —Handmade by Deb “This book is such an adorable, inspirational guide on sewing some cute friends! They are very well put together with patterns to allow the reader to sew up the same animal as seen on the cover and through the book.” —Inspired2Craft “Not only are the dolls great to make for yourself they also make wonderful gifts.” —Blackberry Garden

Let's go on a wonderful treasure hunt Designer Erinna Lee has drawn up a map to help you discover her most darling amigurumi. Lottie the ladybug dreams of becoming a pilot, Charlie the platypus trains to become an Olympic athlete, Rosie the fawn gives her all to gardening and Rex the dinosaur professor has just discovered the fossils of the Crochetosaurus. And they have a lot more friends, with big hearts and even bigger dreams. Having these precious friends around will make you feel like the most fortunate person in the world The 15 amigurumi in this book are little gems, waiting to be discovered and cherished by you. They're outfitted with the most kawaii accessories that you can mix and match with the other characters as well. Erinna shares a wealth of information in this book, so with a couple of stitches and some soft yarn, you'll make your very own amigurumi treasure trove in no time

A year in the life of Marmalade Rabbit! Celebrate the changing seasons by stitching this 100% wool hand dyed felt rabbit and her seasonal outfits and accessories in this charming book, Making Marmalade. you will find... * Moses basket style bed with warm Winter mini quilt * Hooded cape for those chilly Autumn walks * Head scarf and apron for Lazy Summer days * Butterfly wings to celebrate Spring... and many more. These designs are suitable for most toy makers and contain step by step instructions and diagrams for machine sewing and hand stitching the components of each project. Marmalade is brought to life on the page by Simone Gooding's adorable illustrations.

it's so simple! get crafting and create your very own adorable needle-felt zoo. Cute kittens, delightful dachshunds, fabulous foxes, and lovely lions are easy and fun to make when you know how to needle-felt. Needle-felting is a great craft for beginners and the simplest way to create cute, quirky little characters. This book shows you how, with clear text and step-by-step photos.