73 BOOKS CROCHETED SQUARES By Kate Eastwood £14.99 9781800654648 CICO Books Discover how to make 25 exquisite, crocheted squares and 10 projects. You’ll find blocks from a Blossom Wreath for spring to a charming Winter Penguin. There are squares such as a Birthday Cupcake and a Front Door Scene for a new home. There are crochet showstopping celebration squares, including a Diwali Candle and an adorable Easter Bunny. Kate also includes projects for a Framed Seasonal Tree Picture, a Daisy Hot Water Bottle Cover and a Gingham Baby Blanket, which you can personalise with your choice of squares and colours. We say: A brand-new collection from Kate Eastwood inspired by occasions, celebrations and the seasons. Crochet WILD WEAVE By Alice Fox £25 9781849949453 Batsford Wild Weave by textile artist Alice Fox encourages an open-minded and playful approach to creating beautiful and innovative woven artworks. Alice promotes the idea of engaging with simple tools and technology, as well as making use of locally sourced and unconventional materials, all of which can produce exciting results. We say: This book is ideal for anyone wanting to develop their textile art practice to include natural materials, or for newcomers seeking inspiration without the requirements of expensive tools or materials. Weaving Finger knitting GET STARTED IN FINGER KNITTING By Sabrina-Rose Benedict £18.99 9780764370045 Better Day Books With over one million followers online, Sabrina brings you a fun, accessible way to create beautiful projects without any complicated tools. Start with the basics—learn the best yarns to use and master techniques like making a slip knot and adding rows. Then dive into 17 super-soft, beginnerfriendly projects, including a cozy blanket, a pillow, and adorable animals like a hen, bumblebee, and jellyfish. Ready for a challenge? Level up with projects like a quirky elephant that’ll show off your new skills! Whether you’re looking to relax or get creative, you’ll love this enjoyable craft that’s taking the online world by storm. We say: Master the simple, satisfying art of knitting—with tools you always have on hand. MYSTERY COLORING TROPICAL £9.99 9781446317556 David and Charles Each of the 30 fresh and modern illustrations features a colourful, tropical scene that is revealed as you complete the colourby-numbers design. The highquality 180gsm uncoated paper ensures a smooth experience whether you prefer coloured pencils or markers. To add to the fun, each illustration comes with a riddle that you can ponder as you bring the artwork to life. Uncover the answers in words and pictures at the end of the book. We say: Mystery Colouring Tropical offers a delightful and engaging escape for colouring enthusiasts of all levels. Colouring
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