Author: Lynne Perrella
Take a behind-the-scenes look at mixed-media artists who are equally passionate about collecting and creating. Discover previously unpublished works by this community of well known mixed-media artists, plus some stellar newcomers. Learn how their favourite collected objects are used in works of art or merely provide endless inspiration. Uncover ideas for collage, assemblage, jewellery, art dolls, artist books, and more; as well as inspiration about how to turn your collected treasures into works of art.
This is not a step-by-step how to book...more a book of inspiration.
Softcover, 160 pages
NZ price including GST $39.99

The Katie Loom is the perfect multi harness loom for workshops, sampling, travel and fun.

• Portable – easy to fold and pack
• Compact - 30cm (12ins) weaving width
• Light – 6.5kg (14¼lbs)
• Smooth levers and auto bounce back overhead beater
• Easy threading – beater flips up & out of the way
• Eight harnesses – a fully functional table loom, unlimited possibilities.

The Katie Loom comes assembled and lacquered.
Includes: 10 dpi stainless steel reed, 320 texsolv heddles, threading hooks, step-by-step instruction booklet, and study padded carry bag. Just add yarn!

specifications

Weaving width with wide shed 30cm (12ins)
When folded:
Height 49cm (19¼ins)
Width 48.5cm (19ins)
Depth 29.5cm (11½ins)
Weight 6.5kg (14¼lbs)
NZ price including GST $895.00

We are currently updating this section with all the new Ashford products and brilliant new photos of all their products.

Author: Debbie Bliss
21 irresistible hand knits for your baby.
This book features a charming collection of nursery essentials. Popular knitwear designer Debbie Bliss, has designed a range of accessories and garments suitable for baby's first year. A snug blanket is a must-have baby accessory so this book includes a choice of seven styles, from precious heirloom pieces to practical cot blankets. Debbie has created the ultimate knitted teddy bear, with jointed limbs and a knowing face, which can be made up in two sizes.

Blankets, Bears and Booties offers a treasure trove of blankets, toys and other accessories you can make for your cherished child.
Softcover, 144 pages
NZ price including GST $40.00

Scrapbooking kit with material themed papers and embellishments. If you love sewing and papercraft, this will hours of fun for you. Perfect for crafting, card making, book making, collage, scrapbooking and decoupage. As the kit says...it is "Sew cute" and "Sew much more!"
Kit includes: 12 designer papers, 18 cut apart element cards, 8 cut apart borders and 19 cardstock stickers.
NZ price including GST $37.90

Author: Gail Callahan
Take control of your colours! Apply your dream shade to natural coloured yarns and fleece. Transform outdated yarns with fresh new colours and create self-striping and multicoloured yarns. It's all possible with Gail Callahan's simple recipes, designed to work in your own kitchen.

The main focus of this book is using acid dyes but other dyes are discussed such as food colouring. Several projects are included also.
Hardcover with spiral binding, 168 pages
NZ price including GST $43.00

NZ cloth doll designer, Jill Maas, has produced a great calendar with lots of new doll creations on show. A must for all cloth doll enthusiasts!
NZ price including GST $20.00

Author: Monique Lyonnet
Be inspired by the earthy texture and elegant shades of linen and a stash of irresistible ribbons. Linen and Thread shows you how to use this versatile fabric to create and embellish forty beautiful accessories for the home. Follow the simple instructions to sew cushions, table linen, aprons, blankets or bags, and embroider your homewares with the charming motifs provided. If you loved the first "Made in France" book you will enjoy this just as much.
Softcover, 142 pages
NZ price including GST $40.00
Soft cover

Everything you need is included in the kit to make this project something you will enjoy for the entire season. Display it on your fridge or wall and add to an album to enjoy for many years to come.

This kit comes with papers, stickers, numbers and diamentes to create your own advent calendar... just add your own photos and journalling to personalise the project.
NZ price including GST $20.50

Authors: Fumie Kamijo and Rosie Short
Bobby Dazzler's Make your Own Misfits is sewing like you have never seen before!
With 35 original animals to make, from monkeys to mices and mooses, bring your favourite toy to life with a few simple stitches. And once you've finished your first doll, why not make the whole gang and give them to family and friends?
(Please note: this grammar is how it is written on the book so please do not correct us!)
Softcover, 128 pages
NZ price including GST $40.00

Set of Kiwi and New Zealand Map.
Kiwi measures 10cm long and NZ Map measures 14cm high.
Great for needle felting and clay modelling... oh, and yes baking!
NZ price including GST $15.99

Author: Jason Thompson
In these pages, Jason Thompson has curated an extensive and artistic range of both achievable upcycled crafts made from books and book pages and an amazing gallery that contains thought provoking and beautiful works that transform books into art.

The content encompasses a wide range of techniques and step by step projects that deconstruct and rebuild books and their parts into unique upcycled objects. The book combines bookbinding, woodworking, paper crafting, origami and textile and decorative arts techniques, along with a healthy dose of experimentation and fun. The beautiful high-end presentation and stunning photography make this book a delightful, must-have volume for any book-loving artist or art-loving book collector.
Softcover, 152 pages
NZ price including GST $55.00

Author: Cath Derksema & Kirsten Junor
Prints Charming invites you to get creative with these 40 simple, contemporary projects. Ranging from children's toys to napery, cushions, bags, decorations, bedlinen, and items of clothing such as shorts and aprons, the projects are suitable for beginners sewing for the forst time through to more experienced crafts people wanting fresh inspiration. Feaaturing pattern sheets, screen printing options and unique motifs, this book provides practical and easy-to-follow instructions for anyone eager to tap into the revival for hand-crafting.
Hardcover with spiral binding, 166 pages
NZ price including GST $55.00

Author: Loani Prior
From Loani Prior, author of the hugely successful Wild Tea Cosies, comes this entertaining, inspiring and easy-to-follow book feaaturing 21 even wilder knitted tea cosies. Loani turns this functional, homely item into fabulously creative knitted sculpture full of vibrant colour and humour, something that will bring joy as well as warmth to your daily cup of tea.
Softcover, 134 pages
NZ price including GST $35.00

Author: Erika Knight
Simple Knitting is a unique workshop based, how-to-knit book that will teach you the key techniques whilst creating an enviable collection of knitted items. Each of the 20 projects in this book teaches a new skill, as well as building upon and consolidating those knitting techniques already learnt through preceding projects. Clear diagrams, charts and gorgeous photos.
Softcover, 144 pages
NZ price including GST $39.99

Whether you want timeless elegance or up-to-the-minute style, this book will show you how to make all sorts of jewellery.

Six popular authors bring their particular passion to the book, resulting in a varied array of jewellery to suit all tastes and occasions: from bracelets to brooches to tiaras and necklaces.
Macrame and felt beads are included amongst the wide variety of styles and techniques.
Please note: this book is more showing different projects than a step-by-step how to book.
Softcover, 192 pages
NZ price including GST $35.00

Author: Daniel
Inside this book you will learn how to crete adorable sock dolls to share your secrets with or just to have nearby in case you need a hug! Clear step-by-step instructions teach you the basics of sewing, and from there you will learn to create 14 unique characters including the wise owl, happy monkey, baby bunny, cheshire cat, dinosock and best friend sheep dog.
Softcover, 144 pages
NZ price including GST $45.00
If you liked the first book you will love this one with all new projects!

Hot wire cutter for styrofoam. Cutting depth 5.5cm.
Two Size D batteries required but not included.
NZ price including GST $29.90

Author: Kelly Doust
The Crafty Kid shows just how easy it is to make irresistible items both for and with children, from recycled or inexpensive materials.

Including more than 50 project, from cotton book bags, super-cute felt egg cosies and oilcloth aprons to deliciously soft lambswool cushions and practical picnic blankets, The Crafty Kid offers new ways of looking at the treasures within our own homes, thrift stores and local flea markets, inspiring you to make gorgeous, functional items for every aspect of a child's life.
Softcover, 248 pages
NZ price including GST $45.00

Author: Tracie Lampe
Whether you're a sewing enthusiast or an eco-superhero, Upcycled Accessories shows you how to upcycle disposable products into fashionable must-haves! learn the basics of fusing plastic, then sew together colourful wallets, personalised journals and collaged tote bags. Finally, incorporate creative embellishing techniques to whip up one-of-a-kind plastic projects! Includes 25 funky fused plastic projects and uses more than just left over shopping bags, everything from food packages to tablecloths can be upcycled!
Softcover, 126 pages
NZ price including GST $45.00