I’ve been sent another fabulous translated Japanese craft book to review thanks to Tuttle Publishing, one that cat lovers will enjoy. The Cat Lover’s Craft Book contains 17 assorted craft projects all themed around cats! Created by a collective of cat loving crafters, the projects in this book are diverse in both style and crafting techniques used. Whether you like…
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This month I’ll be reviewing a book out of my personal library. It’s a reference book that I use on a regular basis and has improved my crochet skills immensely. The Crochet Answer Book by Edie Eckman is like my little crochet bible that sorts out any problem, and answers every question I have when I’m crocheting. Edie Eckman is…
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I have quite a collection of Japanese needle felting books bought mainly on my various trips to Japan and Hong Kong. They are always full of impossibly cute characters, and flicking through them inspires me to get my needles out and create my own little designs. Because I don’t read Japanese I’ve always had to just use the pictures and…
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Craft books are a great gift to give at anytime of the year, but especially at Christmas. They can provide inspiration and entertainment for years to come. And who knows? You may even receive a handmade Christmas gift next year inspired by a project from the craft book you’ve gifted. It’s a win-win all round! I’ve rounded up a few…
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Have you tried Tunisian Crochet? It’s an interesting craft that I’ve always wanted to learn, but never had the opportunity or resource available, until now. I was delighted to hear that Michelle Robinson of Poppy and Bliss, and former crochet contributor to My Poppet, has written a new book – Tunisian Crochet Workshop. Tunisian Crochet has some technique similarities to…
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It’s been a while since I picked up the embroidery hoop and took some time out to quietly stitch. So when Tuttle Publishing offered me some of their new craft releases to review, I was keen to have a look at 501 Enchanting Embroidery Designs. This book is an English language translation of a Japanese craft book with a collection…
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Guess what I’ve been up to? Making a craft book, that’s what! It’s called Make in a Day: Crafts for Kids and it’s available now. What’s in Crafts for kids? “Fifteen projects with step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations include a dreamcatcher, painted plant pot, leather treasure pouch, felt pennant flag, and other decorative and practical items. These colorful and easy…
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When you are far from home or feeling a bit under the weather, there’s nothing quite like receiving a Care Package to make the day a little brighter. In her new book, Care Packages, Michelle Mackintosh is bringing back the art of crafting packages with love and care. Care packages get their name from the humanitarian organisation Cooperative for Assistance…
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