China is a nation like no other. Once a constellation of fractured states, today it reigns supreme as the greatest power in the Eastern Hemisphere. From the Great Wall and the Forbidden City to the Belt and Road Initiative and the unrelenting rollout of the electric vehicle industry, the scale and grandeur of China's enterprises have always ......
Creating a piece of art is a rewarding, challenging and very personal endeavour - The Compact Guide to improving your Painting & Drawing is here to take you through that journey from start to finish. Whether you are interested in oil painting, watercolours, pencil sketching or pastel work, The Compact Guide to improving your Painting & Drawing has ......
Learn how to crochet beautiful gifts and homewares that your friends and family will adore! Make beautiful blankets and throws for around the home. Create celebratory vintage-style bunting, greetings cards with a twist, and cute table decorations. Craft handy placemats, coasters, and plant-pot holders to liven up your space, and storage baskets ......
Knitting holds a warm place in many people's hearts as they fondly remember their grandmother knitting toys and clothing for them when they were children. But now, knitting is coming into its own. In The Compact Book of Quick & Easy Knitting, learn the basics and take on projects to liven up your home and wardrobe, or create heirlooms that you ......
The Compact Book of Easy Crochet Projects is the perfect companion for crochet crafters of any skill level who are looking to discover fun and creative new patterns. Packed with all the basic techniques to refresh your memory, this book contains all of the information you need to complete the array of patterns inside, including a colourful tea ......
Every kid loves to have fun - so why not fill up their toybox with delightful handmade toys? From bears and dolls to rattles and lovies, we've got everything you need to create crochet toys and games for the little ones in your life. They can take a trip to Mexico with an amigurumi doll, learn colours and shapes with fun geometric patterns, and ......
Crochet has boomed in recent years, offering craft lovers a new way to make thoughtful gifts, inexpensive accessories and homemade decorations. The Compact Book of Crochet Stitches is the perfect companion for crochet crafters of any skill level that are looking to discover fun and creative new stitches. Packed with all of the basic ......
Have you always wanted to crochet your own blanket, but didn't know where to begin? In The Compact Book of Crochet Blankets, we take you through everything you need to know to complete your crafty project! Whether you want to crochet a blanket for yourself or as a gift for a loved one, you will find a variety of patterns inside to make lovely, ......
With their delicate textures and soft colours, theres no doubt about why watercolours are the most popular painting medium. But as any artist will tell you, getting started with painting isnt as simple as buying the right kit - there are techniques to practise, mistakes to make, and skills to perfect.
