Felted Bags

Author: Alice Underwood
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781861086549
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Women love handbags--and now they can combine their passion for pocketbooks with their love of crafting with this fabulous felting handbook. It features 30 projects ranging from chic and elegant to fun and funky. There's something for every knitter, including a colorful Safari shoulder bag inspired by traditional African motifs; an "Inca Hat" design; a stunning Kilim shopper sack in vibrant shades; a cable clutch, and more. Easy-to-follow patterns, difficulty ratings, and an illustrated techniques section mean that even complete beginners can get in on the fun!

Felted Bags, Boots and Other Things

Author: Cendrine Armani
Publisher: Search Press
ISBN: 9781844482825
Category : Bags
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Annotation Rich, natural, and easy to manipulate, felt gets first-class treatment in this projectguide for both dry and wet felting designs. Template guides accompany many of the projects, and color notes throughout instruct crafters on the embellishments and decorations that give each piece an added finish. Felters will be pleased with the wide range of projects, from childrens boots and blankets to charms and key rings.

Pursenality Plus

Author: Eva Wiechmann
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 160468559X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
Knitters who had never "felt" this kind of fashion before are now hooked--they want more Pursenalities! This popular author is back with more fabulous knit-and-felt bags, along with fresh ideas for a "purse-onal" touch. Twenty all-new purses, bags, and totes feature seasonal colors and styles Bag embellishments range from grommets, pockets, and buckles to beautiful felted flowers Fast projects are worked on big needles with 100% wool and a splash of novelty yarns; easy step-by-step instructions make felting a breeze Bonus--includes patterns for a cell-phone holder, an eyeglasses case, and a cosmetics pouch

Pursenalities

Author: Eva Wiechmann
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604685174
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 154

Book Description
First knit, then felt--and let your "pursenality" pack a fashionable punch! From small, sleek handbags to roomy totes, these quick knitted and felted designs rank high on style and simplicity. You won't be able to make just one! Go trendy or traditional with Vintage Bubble Bag, Summer in the City Tote, and pretty, petite purses Choose from easy projects that are worked on big needles with 100% wool and a splash of dazzling novelty yarns Get a unique look with felting; simple instructions make the technique a snap

Crocheted Pursenalities

Author: Eva Wiechmann
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604685603
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 171

Book Description
Let your "pursenality" shine with crochet! After writing two bestselling books on knit-and-felt bags, this popular designer returns with 20 crochet-and-felt bags that rank high on style and simplicity--you won't be able to make just one. Go trendy or traditional with projects such as Tequila Sunrise, Cafe au Lait, and Career Casual Easy projects are worked on big hooks with 100% wool and a splash of novelty yarn Simple instructions for felting, plus basic crochet techniques, make these purses a snap to complete

Needle Felting Kittens

Author: Hinali
Publisher:
ISBN: 9784865051001
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
Look at the cover photograph again, more closely, but you may still not believe that it is not a real cat but a needle felting creation. Impressive. Hinali is posting photos of her true-to-life needle felting kittens on her Instagram, and her mastery keeps surprising and exciting a lot of craft enthusiasts as well as cat lovers. This long-awaited first book tells you in detail how they are created, with all the secrets revealed. Scottish Fold, Siamese, Tortoiseshell and White... you can create whatever type of kittens and cats you like using these in-depth instructions and step-by-step photographs. If you cannot get enough of cute kittens, create them by yourself!

The Color Book of Felted Crochet

Author: Stina Ramos
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781580113816
Category : Crocheting
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Noted author and needlework expert Amy O'Neill Houck teams up with crochet designer Stina Ramos to present a colorful and fashionable wardrobe of crocheted garments and accessories presented in over 300 full-color photographs. The collection of 25 beautiful pieces inspired by nature's palette uses color from across the visible spectrum, and features a special felting process that adds a soft, sturdy texture to the crocheted fabric and allows even beginners to crochet and felt with confidence. From a tunic with a shawl collar in pale blue, a sweater with sweeping dolman sleeves in raspberry, and a pencil skirt in cardinal red to leg warmers, handbags, hats, and scarves, all the designs have classic lines that never go out of style and are carefully crafted to flatter any figure. Comprehensive sections called "Crochet Basics" and "Felting Basics" detail the step-by-step processes needed to achieve felted crochet. A mini-course, "Designing with Color," explains the principles of color theory and the exciting ways readers can add color to wardrobe pieces using yarn and fiber.25 original projects inspired by nature's palette that show the latest fashion trends Professional tips and secrets Clear, concise step-by-step directions for the projectsDiagrams and schematics that help readers attain professional results Over 300 photographs Extensive sources and resource guides "Designing with Color" section, which explains the principles of color theoryAn illustrated tutorial of "How to Crochet" and "How to Felt Crocheted Fabric" Complete glossary and index

Knit One, Felt Too

Author: Kathleen Taylor
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1612122027
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 177

Book Description
Easy enough for beginners and exciting enough to inspire experts, felted knitting offers endless possibilities for creative crafting. The method is simple and magical — knit the project large and loose, wash it in hot water, and see it transformed into a soft and cozy garment or accessory. Kathleen Taylor encourages you to explore the possibilities of felted knitting with 25 spectacular projects that include mittens, slippers, hats, bags, stuffed animals, and more. Embellish your life with unique and stylishly comfortable creations.

Making Felt Bags

Author: Mandy Nash
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1785008633
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 326

Book Description
Feltmaking is a popular and exciting contemporary medium, expanding in many new directions. This practical book focuses on the specific requirements for making felt bags. It explains the principles of using a resist to create 3D forms, and looks at shapes and styles of bags to suit all occasions. Clear instructions on feltmaking techniques for beginners are given. A guide to equipment and to choosing appropriate wool breeds and decoration for individual projects are given too. There is advice on design, choosing handles and fastenings, and the functionality and the form of a bag. There are detailed practical, step-by-step instructions for nine projects, covering both basic and advanced options, with easily adaptable elements. It is a fabulous guide to the various processes necessary to create a functional and unique felt bag.

Itty-Bitty Hats

Author: Susan B. Anderson
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 157965455X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 367

Book Description
Beautifully rendered, heartbreakingly adorable, and wonderfully wacky knitted caps for newborns and toddlers Thirty-eight million Americans knit, and that number grows every day. The baby hat is the perfect project for knitters of any level, with enchanting patterns that are easy enough for rank beginners but also interesting enough for the most accomplished needle wielders, in yarns that range from silk and linen to cashmere and mohair. Susan Anderson’s Itty-Bitty Hats presents thirty-eight irresistible designs for infants and toddlers—fun, hip, creative patterns with decorative flourishes that are witty, whimsical, and undeniably unique. The projects are arranged by order of difficulty and accompanied by beautiful photographs, instructive how-to illustrations, and utterly clear instructions (with no confusing abbreviations or insider shorthand). Anderson also provides an indispensable introductory section on stitches, materials, equipment, terminology, and techniques, allowing even the most inexperienced knitter to get started confidently. Made for boys and girls, by parents and grandparents, aunts and even uncles, and, of course, best friends, the handmade hat is the perfect shower or birth or birthday gift—and Itty-Bitty Hats is the perfect gift for any knitter.