Intended to provide a complete and permanent record of surviving traditions and skills in textiles and crafts, the Ends of the Earth unique series show the processes in full, in detail and with all the clarity and colour made possible by modern video cameras. In many ways they are better than being there - pausing and replaying gives the possibility of checking again where the quickness of the hands has eluded or deceived the eye. Isarn in N.E. Thailand...

For sewers who want to know how to make use of their fabric stash and avoid waste, this collection of 25 makes has the answer. It's a perennial problem for crafters: you have a little fabric left over from a major project, too much to throw it away and not enough for another big make. Sewing Stashbusters has the eco-friendly answer, 25 projects specially chosen to use up the odd yard or less of fabric, so you'll have a clear stash drawer and a clear...

Print, paint, stamp, and stitch it's never been so fun to design as it is with kraft-tex! Discover the incredibly durable paper that looks, feels, and wears like leather, but sews just like fabric. Modern designers share twelve clever kraft-tex projects plus six bonus ideas, from bags and wallets to coasters and embroidered bracelets. Whether or not they've used kraft-tex before, mixed-media artists and craft sewists will love its creative versatility....

"Free-motion quilting book how to get started and 10 projects"--

Layering is one of the hottest trends in textile art. Now bestselling author Kim Thittichai shares her expertise on such materials as papers, fabrics, wires, paints, sprays, and more, as well as techniques ranging from machine and hand stitching to heat guns, soldering irons, sissix, and laser cutting. Fun and instructive exercises, combined with gorgeous examples from talented artists around the world, give readers the courage to experiment... and...

"Blend a love of collage with a love of quilting, and you get beautifully collaged quilts dedicated to preserving a moment of time in your life. Use your memories, photos, or other images to create captivating pieces of art that you can hang on a wall, wear, or give as a gift. Internationally known author Jane Haworth guides you through the process in a very straightforward and approachable way and includes a beautiful gallery of not only her own...

"This DIY collection features 20 charming projects that make heartfelt gifts to welcome a newborn. The Mom section offers items ranging from pampering to practical, including a stylish nursing tote and a customizable maternity pillow. The Baby section contains adorable projects for the little one, such as knitted booties and matching hat in a strawberry pattern. The book closes with a section for the Nursery, featuring decor to add a personal touch--like...