68 Bookstand Stock your shelves with the latest craft-related book releases GET STARTED WITH CROCHET By Laura Strutt £12.99 9781800656628 CICO Books Designed especially for beginners, there are 25 easy patterns from expert crocheter Laura Strutt to get you started, all designed in a fresh palette of brights, neutrals and variegated yarns. The in-depth techniques section will guide you through all the stitches, skills and techniques you will need. You’ll learn how to do everything from basic double crochet stitches to increasing and decreasing, working in the round and in spirals, and changing colour. We say: Discover the creative joy of crochet one stitch at a time with this inspiring collection of easy, modern and colourful projects. MINDFUL MAKING By Clare Youngs £14.99 9781800656444 CICO Books Immerse yourself in a state of flow as you learn meditative techniques including punch-needling, weaving and blockprinting. In the first chapter, there are projects for the home, from felt planters to a tactile pompom throw and sashikostitched coasters. Next, craft thoughtful gifts such as soft leather pouches, an embroidered shirt and doodle-printed notebooks. There are also gorgeous gifts to make for children, including a fluffy koala bag and a scallop-edged baby quilt. Finally, choose from wall art projects including an Art Deco wall hanging, a textured weave and coral embroidery hoops. We say: Lose yourself in the creative process with 35 mindful and soothing makes. Crochet Making KAWAII DRAWING SCHOOL By Mei Yu £16.99 9780241791301 DK From chubby chibis to adorable animals, Kawaii Drawing School features over 40 step-by-step tutorials covering every possible type of kawaii cuteness. In this “aww”- inspiring sequel to DK’s globally successful Manga Drawing School, you’ll learn how to bring cuddly animals and fantasy creatures to life, transform everyday food items and objects into kawaii-inspired icons, and discover magical characters inspired by shouju-style manga and anime. The book also comes with over 100 gallery illustrations to inspire your own kawaii creations. And, once you’ve mastered the art of cuteness, bring your new-found skills together with the ‘Kawaii Overload’ chapter, featuring scenes bursting with the most adorable characters you could ever imagine! We say: With Mei’s masterclasses, you’ll discover how to bring idol-style characters to life with exaggerated emotions, transform everyday figures into their chibi counterparts, and more. Drawing
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