A collection of thirty knitted patterns that can be completed in a minimum of time features instructions for creating such classic gifts as baby booties and bonnets, as well as newer ideas including a tea cozy, a felted yoga mat bag, and floor cushions.

A follow up to the Last-Minute Knitted Gifts , this book - designed for use by both first-time and long-time quilters - features 30 patchwork and quilted projects organized according to the amount of time it takes to complete them: less than 2 hours, 2 to 4 hours, 4 to 8 hours, 8 to 12 hours and 12 hours or more.

Examining the 'gift economy', this title argues defence of the place of creativity in our increasingly market-orientated society.

Presents 45 handmade gifts in fabric, each with a flair that is Japanese. This book contains patterns, photographs, and drawings that help the projects come together quickly. Whether they are created in kimono silks or in contemporary cottons, these tiny boxes, purses, decorative toys, incense pouches, and good luck charms make gifts.

Includes both small projects and more involved handknits. This title contains clothing items such as sweaters, socks and a lovely lacy top. It also includes an array of accessories, such as scarves, hats, bags, mittens and even a heart pin.

Presents top knitwear designers from the United States, Canada, Belgium, and Australia sharing their unique Christmas, Hanukah, and winter solstice gift-giving, decorating, dress-up projects, and a few favorite holiday traditions. This book provides a collection of a range of super-quick projects for the last-minute holiday rush.

Featuring purses, pins, sewing accoutrements, and the author's temari balls, this work includes 30 original hand-sewn designs which combine simple techniques with exquisite colours and fabrics, allowing sewers to create lavish objets d'art easily and inexpensively.

A compelling book of the confessions and secrets from the PostSecret website - the project that captured a nation's imagination

When first published, The Gift served as nothing less than an onslaught on contemporary political theory. This edition confirms the continuing relevance of Mauss's highly original perspective.

A thrilling new fantasy from the bestselling author of the EARTHSEA series

Sometimes nothing but a Grace can save you

After three years in prison, Shadow has done his time. But as the time until his release ticks away, he can feel a storm brewing. Two days before he gets out, his wife Laura dies in a car crash, in adulterous circumstances. Dazed, Shadow travels home, only to encounter the bizarre Mr Wednesday claiming to be a refugee from a distant war.

A collection of over 30 stylish knitted accessories for various seasons, from gloves and scarfs, to hats and ponchos. This work takes into account the choice of yarns available to the modern knitter, and focuses on using these to maximum effect.

A family finds a penguin mysteriously delivered to their door for every day of the year. At first they're cute, but with every passing day, the penguins pile up. Feeding, cleaning and housing the penguins becomes a monumental task. They're noisy, smelly and they always hog the bathroom! And who on earth is sending these squawking birds?

Brings modern style to the timeless craft of sewing. This illustrated collection of patterns presents 24 projects ranging from cushy floor cushions to smart aprons to stylish handbags. It offers tips on finding and treating new or vintage fabrics, an easy-to-navigate techniques section, and a glossary and resource guide at back.

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