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More New Books in April



Cuddly Crochet

Cuddly Crochet Toys, blankets, hats and bibs; you will love these crochet projects for babies and toddlers.

Saturday Style Casually styled sweaters with a variety of construction techniques ranging from top-down, bottom-up and side to side.



Saturday Style


Knitting Green

Knitting Green New from Interweave Press: 20 projects with a sensitivity to sustaining and protecting our environment, plus a helpful essay explaining the nuances inherent in labeling something Green.

The Swedish Weaving Book An entirely comprehensive weaving reference, you need this one on your shelf. With a clear explanation of weaving equipment, detailed instructions for making all your weaving calculations, how to dress the loom and weave and last but not least, an extensive section on finishing techniques.



The Swedish Weaving Book


Dévoré

Dévoré Devore is a technique using a substance (sodium bisulphate) to burn away plant content in a fabric, leaving a transparent background behind. Historically, silk and rayon fabrics have most commonly been used. In this book you will learn how to apply the process to hand woven and hand knitted fabrics.

The Ashford Book of Hand Spinning Jo Reeve takes you step by step through the spinning process, covering fiber prep through more advanced techniques.



The Ashford Book of Hand Spinning

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