Author: ArnfieldPublisher: Search Press Limited
ISBN: 1781267073
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Felted Animal Knits
Author: Catherine ArnfieldPublisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1782217517
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Combine knitting and felting to create stunning, realistic animals in this original book by textile designer and Knit2Felt founder, Catherine Arnfield. Fuse two of your passions - knitting and felting - to create gorgeous, characterful animals. Did you know you could felt your knitting? In this incredibly inspirational and unique book, Catherine shows how you to knit animals and felt them to make wonderfully textured and cute creatures that you, friends and family will love! Knit the pieces using 100% wool, following the knitting pattern provided. Stuff and felt the pieces in hot water and leave to dry. Assemble and sew your animal. Add needle-felted detailing for a unique and realistic finish. Only basic knitting skills are required - cast on, cast/bind off, knit, purl, increase and decrease - and the felting process is simpler than you think! Whatever your skill level, a comprehensive techniques section with photographed step by steps is included for both knitting and felting, so you can dive into your animal designs with confidence and creativity. The tools and materials needed are basic, easy to source and cost very little, making these cute creatures perfect for beginner crafters or more experienced knitters and felters looking for fresh ideas and new techniques to try.
Magical Woodland Knits
Author: Claire GarlandPublisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446379698
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
A collection of twelve knitting patterns for animals and birds, accompanied by the author’s sketches and studies of the natural world. Nature lover Claire Garland has studied animals and birds in the environment around her home in rural Cornwall, England—and designed this delightful collection of patterns based on the wildlife she sees there. Choose your favorite from a dozen animals and birds, whether it's a grey squirrel, barn owl, yellow-necked field mouse, wolf, fox, wild rabbit, or roe deer fawn. The patterns, accompanied by striking photography and illustrations, are cleverly designed with the same markings and colors as their real life counterparts, making them irresistible—and capturing the magic of spotting a wild animal in their natural habitat.
Knitted Farm Animals
Author: Sarah KeenPublisher: Potter Craft
ISBN: 0823085953
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Moo, Oink, Knit! Knit up your favorite furry or feathered critter, or make the whole barnyard! The colorful characters in this book—including a clever pig, a gentle donkey, and a family of chickens—would love to be your friends. Children and grown-ups alike will fall for the fifteen bighearted, oversize farm animals designed in Sarah Keen’s signature style. All of these roly-poly toys, made with child-friendly yarn and durable finishing techniques, are quick to knit and can withstand years of affection. Whether you’re a beginner or you simply need a refresher, a comprehensive reference of knitting basics and toy-making techniques will help get your needles clicking—or clucking—right away. Also available as an ebook
Faux Taxidermy Knits
Author: Louise WalkerPublisher: David & Charles
ISBN: 1446366367
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
From fox stoles to wall-mounted moose heads to tiger rugs—hip projects that will unleash the animal lover in every knitter! Faux Taxidermy Knits offers you fifteen fabulously quirky and fun knitting patterns that tap into the massive trend for taxidermy-inspired craft projects with an ironic twist! Split into two sections, wearables and habitat, this unique book includes knitting patterns from moose and badger wall hangings and tiger rugs to fox stoles and paw mittens for the modern, young knitter looking for something different and new to create. The style of the book is contemporary and fun with modern-retro photography to compliment the quirky nature of the projects. “Capture the essence of stately home chic (and pretend you’re an extra from Downton Abbey) with the selection of kitsch knitting patterns inside Faux Taxidermy Knits.” —Interweave “Some of the patterns are brilliant. For example, the ‘tigerskin’ rug is a masterpiece.” —WendyKnits “A wonderful book for the quirky, whimsical and curious . . . and no animals will be harmed!” —DemonicProgress
Super-cute Felt Animals
Author: Laura HowardPublisher: CICO Books
ISBN: 9781782490586
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Super-Cute Felt Animals shows you how to create creatures from the land, sea, and air. Laura Howard brings you another collection of super-cute felt creations, concentrating on the animal world. Following on from the success of Super-Cute Felt, she has drawn together a whole host of new ideas for fun creations, including fish, birds, and animals, from the woodland to the sea, the farmyard and your home. Woodland creatures include a crafty fox and her cute cubs, a sweet hedgehog, and extras such as a toadstool and acorns to complete the woodland scene. Go on a felt safari to see lions with golden manes, zebras, and hippos that you can recreate in colorful fabric. From under the sea, there are whales, seahorses, and jellyfish, along with a set of fish and their fry, with sequins for scales. On the farm, cows, pigs, and ducks are joined by a chicken and chicks, while in the garden, there’s everything from insects to frogs and birds to be made. Pets are included—from rabbits to guinea pigs, plus a dog and puppies. There are projects for all skill levels, and each design has clear, illustrated step-by-step instructions. If you need to learn a stitch, there’s a helpful techniques section, and there are lots of tips and tricks to make your animal creations really look special. With Super-Cute Felt Animals, you’ll soon be able to make a wonderful menagerie, to keep for yourself, or to give as gifts to your friends.
Author: Sarah KeenNeedle-Felted Animals
Author: Mia UnderwoodPublisher: CICO Books
ISBN: 9781782497462
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Create a wonderful collection of animal friends with these needle-felted projects. Using needle-felting techniques, Mia Underwood shows you the easy way to craft 35 adorable creatures from scratch. The felted friends can be given as toys to your children, as gifts to friends, or simply used to adorn your home. Many can easily be made into attractive brooches or ornaments. Start your needle-felting journey with ‘Into the wild’ where you will find gorgeous projects like the Lord lion, or the handsome Zebra. Spread your wings in chapter 2, where you will find friends like the Cheerful chicken and the Colorful parrot. After that, you can head ‘Into the woods’ and enjoy the company of the Bashful badger, Cheeky squirrel, Mister Fox, and more. Finally, make up some ‘Perfect pets’ where you will find lovely household animals from the Dinky dachshund and Curious cat, to the Happy hamster and Perfect pony. The projects are designed for beginners and experienced crafters alike. As you follow the simple step-by-step instructions, you will be amazed at how quickly you can needle-felt yourself a collection of furry animals that will delight your children and impress your friends.
Knitted Animal Friends
Author: Louise CrowtherPublisher: David & Charles
ISBN: 1446377555
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
“Beautiful designs . . . children will love the whimsical results.” —Publishers Weekly Learn to make an adorable collection of knitted animal toys with these new patterns by the author of My Knitted Doll, Louise Crowther. Louise brings her unique style of coordinated knitwear with cute colorwork details to this new collection of toy animal knitting patterns. There are a total of twelve knitted animals—each with their own unique personality and style. The animals all have the same basic body, with a few color variations and tail additions, so the clothes can be mixed and matched between them to create endless outfit possibilities. Choose your favorite animals and outfits and have fun making the perfect gift for friends and family.
Crafting with Cat Hair
Author: Kaori TsutayaPublisher: Quirk Books
ISBN: 1594746893
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
Got fur balls? Are your favorite sweaters covered with cat hair? Do you love to make quirky and one-of-a-kind crafting projects? If so, then it’s time to throw away your lint roller and curl up with your kitty! Crafting with Cat Hair shows readers how to transform stray clumps of fur into soft and adorable handicrafts. From kitty tote bags and finger puppets to fluffy cat toys, picture frames, and more, these projects are cat-friendly, eco-friendly, and require no special equipment or training. You can make most of these projects in under an hour—with a little help, of course, from your feline friends!
