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Welcome to our latest Books Of The Month from Create & Craft! Each month we are going to hand pick new books that we know will inspire you to get creative. Grab a cuppa, sit back and have a read with our newest picks just for you.
Cricut Celebrations by Laura Strutt
Spark your imagination and celebrate life’s milestones in style with 33 memorable projects for your Cricut machine.
Buy NowIf you have just bought your first digital die-cutter or already own one and are looking for fresh ideas and new techniques for the milestone events in your life, this is the book for you!
Digital die-cutting machines are the ultimate creative tool for crafters! If you need a little inspiration and guidance to get the most out of your Cricut machine, Cricut Celebrations provides a simple, step-by-step guide to make 33 amazing projects. There are links to 58 free downloadable SVG files to create the projects, including bonus SVGs available only through the Bookmarked Hub (www.bookmarkedhub.com).
This book plunges straight into the makes, which are themed around six life- or year-events that need no excuse for a celebration, from the arrival of a new baby to holiday season (Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and of course Christmas). The projects offer an exciting array of ideas and designs that will really spark your imagination, and all come with clear instructions and photos, plus the SVG files for every project.
Cricut machines work in conjunction with myriad materials and Laura shows you how to create stunning event embellishments in basswood, acrylic, traditional card and paper, as well as how to add an etched effect to a glass tea light. You can even use a pyrography tool alongside cut stencils to create bespoke wooden cubes for a baby! This is the perfect book for Cricut machine owners seeking new and thoughtful inspiration!
Digital die-cutting machines are the ultimate creative tool for crafters! If you need a little inspiration and guidance to get the most out of your Cricut machine, Cricut Celebrations provides a simple, step-by-step guide to make 33 amazing projects. There are links to 58 free downloadable SVG files to create the projects, including bonus SVGs available only through the Bookmarked Hub (www.bookmarkedhub.com).
This book plunges straight into the makes, which are themed around six life- or year-events that need no excuse for a celebration, from the arrival of a new baby to holiday season (Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and of course Christmas). The projects offer an exciting array of ideas and designs that will really spark your imagination, and all come with clear instructions and photos, plus the SVG files for every project.
Cricut machines work in conjunction with myriad materials and Laura shows you how to create stunning event embellishments in basswood, acrylic, traditional card and paper, as well as how to add an etched effect to a glass tea light. You can even use a pyrography tool alongside cut stencils to create bespoke wooden cubes for a baby! This is the perfect book for Cricut machine owners seeking new and thoughtful inspiration!
Laura Strutt is a passionate designer who enjoys a wide range of crafts including knitting, crochet, dressmaking, quilting and hand-lettering. Laura is a former editor of Craft Business magazine; and the author of several books including Modern Crocheted Shawls and Wraps, 35 Knitted Baby Blankets and Modern Granny Square Crochet, as well as Cut & Craft: Digital Die-Cutting, published in 2022.
Easy Acrylic Painting by Jennifer Funnell
Create ten captivating little works of art with this unique introduction to acrylic painting.
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Easy Acrylic Painting is an all-inclusive guide to getting started with acrylic painting for the absolute beginner, brought to you by experienced teacher Jennifer Funnell. This approachable guide to acrylics is designed to empower those wanting to try acrylic painting by building their skills and knowledge through ten small life paintings. Specifically designed to accommodate a beginner: the steps are broken down in an easy-to-understand way that is transferable to future paintings and includes traceable outlines so you can get started right away!
Jennifer Funnell is a visual arts teacher in Denver, Colorado. She has a BFA in Art Education from Kendall College of Art and Design and an MA in Art and Design from the University of Northern Colorado. In addition to teaching high schoolers, Jennifer teaches adults via Zoom. She is passionate about teaching the process of creating art and experimenting with a variety of techniques. Her Instagram is @jenniferfunnellvisualarts and she can be found on YouTube where her painting videos have a loyal following.
Swedish Weaving Pattern Directory by Katherine Kennedy
This book contains everything stitchers need to complete Swedish weaving (huck embroidery) designs, making it perfect for both seasoned stitchers and beginners who are just trying the craft for the first time.
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Swedish weaving, also known as "huck embroidery" or "huck weaving," is a needlework style that has existed for hundreds of years.
This book contains everything stitchers need to complete Swedish weaving (huck embroidery) designs, making it perfect for both seasoned stitchers and beginners who are just trying the craft for the first time.
Also included are the types of fabric, needles, and thread used, and a handy stitch guide showing the stitches necessary to create unique heirloom textiles that will not date. Projects include towels, runners, coasters, ornaments, cards, pillows, table toppers, jar cozies, gift bags, afghans, baby blankets, and wall hangings. Each project is labelled as either level 1, 2, or 3, making it easy for a range of stitchers to choose their own difficulty level and move at their own pace.
This book contains everything stitchers need to complete Swedish weaving (huck embroidery) designs, making it perfect for both seasoned stitchers and beginners who are just trying the craft for the first time.
Also included are the types of fabric, needles, and thread used, and a handy stitch guide showing the stitches necessary to create unique heirloom textiles that will not date. Projects include towels, runners, coasters, ornaments, cards, pillows, table toppers, jar cozies, gift bags, afghans, baby blankets, and wall hangings. Each project is labelled as either level 1, 2, or 3, making it easy for a range of stitchers to choose their own difficulty level and move at their own pace.
Katherine Kennedy discovered Swedish weaving 20 years ago. Since then, she has written four books (which have sold well over 100,000 copies), created an online video class, and developed a full line of kits and chart packs. All are still available and have sold at Hobby Lobby, Michael’s, Barnes & Noble, and Target, as well as independent needlework shops in the US and abroad.
