Create a fantastic collection of handmade bags in a wide range of shapes and styles, from handbags to tote bags. All are simple to make and can be individually tailored to suit your own color scheme and taste to create a truly unique bag. Organized by the type of bag and handle used, Simply Stylish Bags include bags with many different handle styles which makes customizing the look of each bag a breeze. Each project has clear step-by-step instructions, full size patterns or enlargeable templates, and detailed photographs. Although some previous sewing experience is helpful the technique section provides enough detailed information to help the absolute beginner through the basic skills needed and, at the same time, provides a refresher course to the more experienced. With designs for eighteen stunning bags ranging from the practical polka-dotted tote bag for everyday use, to a corduroy work bag large enough to carry your knitting needles and yarn, to a beaded silk bridesmaid bag, Simply Stylish Bags has so many different designs to choose from it is sure to please every stylish sewer. AN ALTERNATE SELECTION OF THE CRAFTER'S CHOICE BOOK CLUB

Simply Stylish Bags: 18 Stunning Designs for All Occasions

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

WOOD, Dorothy

Crafts & Hobbies

St. Martin's: Griffin

A collection of charted projects based on the four main folk art strands. Divided into four categories, Pennsylvanian, Shaker, New England and contemporary, projects include: pillow cases; tie backs; linen bags; greeting cards; clocks; and recipe notebook covers.

American Country Cross Stitch: Over 40 Delightful Designs Inspired by American Folk Art

Sterling Pub. Co., Inc.

Inspired by the traditional and beautiful weavings of the people of Central Asia, here are more than 25 projects featuring colorful, intricate geometric patterns. Ranging from large pieces such as rugs and cushions to smaller items like purses and curtain tie-backs, these needlepoint designs are based on kilims from Afghanistan, Anatolia (Turkey), and Persia (Iran). Background information on kilims and the symbolism behind their characteristic motifs enhance the beauty of these projects, all of which are done entirely in tent stitch. Full-color charts and photos and how-to instructions make these unique designs accessible to needleworkers of all levels of experience

Kilim Designs in Needlepoint: Over 25 Projects Inspired by Traditional Kilim Patterns

Arts & Photography

Ward Lock Ltd.

The work of artist and architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the Glasgow School continue to influence designers in the 21st Century. Leading embroiderer Dorothy Woods has adapted his timeless motifs for needle and thread. Covering the history of the movement, the 20 projects—all with color photos—provide a wonderful variety of techniques and practical items. They include wall hangings, cushions, throws, screens, table linen, scarves, bags, and bed linen, all using natural materials in the soft pastels of the period.

Rennie Mackintosh Inspirations in Embroidery

Batsford

Discover the shimmering colour and vibrancy of seed beads, and create 18 beautiful projects using a range of beading techniques. 
Seed beads come in a range of shapes, colours and finishes. Cylinders, bugles and sequins can be a rainbow of colours, as well as metallic or colour lined. They can be used sparingly for a subtle effect, or grouped for impact. A talented craft writer shows how simple, everyday items such as bags, purses, boxes, picture frames, cushions and scarves can be made or transformed with beading, using loom weaving, fringing and tassels, or modern mixes of beads with wire and mesh. 
Each easy-to-follow, technique-led, project has colour, step-by-step photography, and diagrams provide extra guidance. Tips and variations offer further help and ideas. Finally, beautiful colour photography of the finished items, will instill both inspiration and confidence. Dorothy Wood is a talented and prolific craft maker and author. Since gaining a diploma in Advanced Embroidery and Textiles from Goldsmith's College, London, she has written 12 craft books, and contributed to another 20, on all kinds of subjects. Dorothy also contributes projects to several craft magazines, and can be regularly found in Crafts Beautiful magazine. Dorothy lives in Osgathorpe, Leicestershire.

Simple Glass Beading

David&Charles

Crafting With Nature in a Weekend

This book takes crafting to a new level with the innovative use of natural materials such as seeds, sea shells, small stones, dried and pressed flowers, egg shells, wood and pine cones. The 16 projects, plus numerous illustrated variation ideas, are divided into 5 chapters, exploring the use of materials gathered from various sources. The materials can be collected and prepared by the crafter, with step-by-step advice provided showing how to dry, press and store materials. Or they can just as easily be bought commercially, and a full suppliers listing is provided. Many of the projects have the advantage of being beautifully fragranced.

CRAFTING WITH NATURE IN A WEEKEND

David and Charles

Sixteen step-by-step projects form the centerpiece of book, which shows hobbyists and serious craftspeople how to use mosaic techniques to create photo albums, wreaths, coasters, place mats, box lids, planters, and more. Original

Create gorgeous bags and accessories that make the most of stylish beadwork. 12 original step-by-step projects with techniques ranging from bead embroidery, netting and fringing to tassel-making and even knitting with beads.

Beautiful Beaded Bags

Sterling*+ Publishing Company

A collection of over 20 beautiful bags and accessorising projects decorated with, or made entirely of, beads, from the best-selling author of Simple Glass Seed Beading. Featuring 12 original designs ranging from a tiny amulet purse to a funky beach bag, each bag is accompanied by a beaded accessory made in the same way. The beading techniques include netting, fringing and bead loom work and beads are also added to crochet, knitting or used to make tiny beaded motifs to apply to ready-made accessories. Backed up with all the technical help and guidance on materials and equipment needed, this selection of easy-to-make bags is suitable for the beginner as well as the experienced beadcrafter looking for new and up-to-the-minute ideas. With beaded accessories still part of current fashion trends this craft is maintaining its popularity.

Fashion

Providing thirty-five contemporary project ideas that demonstrate a range of methods, a guide to designing with beads includes ten card designs tailored to a range of experience levels and step-by-step instructions for such items as a dragonfly brooch and a handbag. Original. 10,000 first printing.

Simply Sensational Glass Beading

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Books by WOOD, Dorothy

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by WOOD, Dorothy. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Simply Stylish Bags: 18 Stunning Designs for All Occasions

American Country Cross Stitch: Over 40 Delightful Designs Inspired by American Folk Art

Kilim Designs in Needlepoint: Over 25 Projects Inspired by Traditional Kilim Patterns

Rennie Mackintosh Inspirations in Embroidery

Simple Glass Beading

CRAFTING WITH NATURE IN A WEEKEND

Crafting With Nature in a Weekend

Beautiful Beaded Bags

Beautiful Beaded Bags

Simply Sensational Glass Beading