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Bowerbird

Creating beautiful interiors with the things you collect By Sibella Court This book was published a couple of years ago and it is one of those I love to go back to time and again as a visual source book. In BOWERBIRD, Sibella reveals her approach to collecting and collections. She shows how to procure… Continue reading Bowerbird

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Craftfulness

Mend yourself by making things By Rosemary Davidson and Arzu Tahsin Published by Quercus books As somebody who is a craft author and maker of many years, when I saw the title and strap line of this book it resonated with me.  In the introduction the authors, both makers, describe how they realized that craft… Continue reading Craftfulness

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Fat Quarter : Toys

25 Projects to make from short lengths of fabric By Susie Johns Published by GMC Publications Fat Quarter Toys is the latest addition to a fabulous and popular series of stash – busting sewing books. There are 25 cute and colourful toys and games to make for young children, all from fat quarters or fabric… Continue reading Fat Quarter : Toys

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Extra Ordinary Interiors by Rockett St George

Published by RPS Photography by Debi Treloar  Rockett St George was founded in 2007 by long time friends Lucy  St George and Jane Rockett. it was their shared passion for black clothes, flea markets, Manchego cheese, travel, Tom Hardy and (of course) interiors that cemented their friendship. Ten years down the line, they are still… Continue reading Extra Ordinary Interiors by Rockett St George

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DIY for Dog Lovers

36 P-awsome Canine Crafts By Kat Roberts Published by Lark This is a fun and practical book written by the author of Crafting for Cat Ladies. So if dogs are not your thing you can go and get her other book. She opens the book with the introduction          “ My dog inspires me daily… Continue reading DIY for Dog Lovers