Top 7 Craft Books
These would be my top seven go to craft books.
As a crafter I am also a hoarder of things. I have drawers and tins stuffed full of supplies and a bookshelf rammed with reference books.
However, having spent the last few years earning very little. I have not be buying more stuff and now have come to love having less stuff.
So I have been whittling down my hoard and now am close to having refined my reference collection.
The stitch Bible
I love to hand sew and anyone who reads my blog will know I love embroidery. This book is the most comprehensive guide I have read without being far too technically boring. So when I’m tired of cross stitch, this is the book I go to to be inspired by new stitches.
The Stitch Bible: A Comprehensive Guide to 225 Embroidery Stitches and Techniques
Sew your own wardrobe
I loved the Sewing bee and a few years ago I set myself the challenge of sewing myself a new garment each month. I failed with the challenge but continue to love this book and the free patterns it comes with.
The Great British Sewing Bee: Sew Your Own Wardrobe
The Belle and Boo book of Craft
This book was given to me by my sister in law. I already loved the Belle and Boo illustrations and this is one of those craft books you can happily flick through and contemplate making something on a Sunday afternoon.
The Belle & Boo Book of Craft: 25 Enchanting Projects to Make for Children
Kirsty Allsopp CRAFT
Kirsty seems to have become almost entwined with craft these days. Whether you like her or not, this book is a great reference book. Covering all manner of crafts it’s well laid out and beautifully crafted.
Martha Stewart’s Encyclopedia of Crafts
This is not my only Martha Stewart book, I will admit I also have the Encyclopedia of Sewing and fabric crafts. Both are great tomes of information and if you’ve got a question about a certain craft no doubt, Martha will have the answer.
Encyclopedia of Crafts: An A – Z Guide with Detailed Instructions and Endless Inspiration
Make me I’m yours…Just for Fun.
Another book gifted to me by my Sister in Law. I love this book for all it’s cheery makes. It’s perfect when your looking to make something for a birthday gift. Young or old there’s something to be made for everyone.
Make Me I’m Yours… Just for Fun: 20 Handmade Projects to Stitch, Knit and Craft
Plush You!
One of my oldest craft books and has been well used in my teaching too. I used to make soft toys with my lower school students and they loved getting inspiration from the weird creatures living in these pages. Some tutorials but lots of inspiration. Perfect if your interested in getting boys to sew.
Plush You!: Lovable Misfit Toys to Sew and Stuff by Kristen Rask (2007-10-23)
What would be on your craft books list?
I love crafts but don’t do enough. I need inspiration. Looks like I might get some from these sites.
I love getting craft supplies perhaps a little more than doing the crafts! So I all for using up what I already have this year.
Thanks for sharing your favourite craft books with us. I was only aware of one of these prior to reading this so I’m tempted to get more now. #MakeItLinky
So glad I could inspire you
I love the look of these books, what a great collection. I love the look of the Just for Fun book and Kirsty Alsop is great too, I loved her Handmade program. Thank you for linking up to #ablogginggoodtime ?
Oooh wow, I like the look of these… I like felt as a material, so might have liked something on that on a list like this (but I don’t have a favourite book on it myself, yet) ? x
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I love crafting too – I made some aprons for kids so I love to collect fabrics and buttons. #ablogginggoodtime
yes, I love to make things for the kids.
These look good, I quite fancy getting the Kirsty Allsopp. I have a million crochet books and hardly any craft books, I need to expand my collection!
Thanks for linking up to #RVHT
I’d like to start crochet, but I know I’ll end up with a whole pile of projects on the go!
oh these look like amazing books! So pretty too! I love Kirsty Allsop’s crafts, but I always find she makes really expensive things! The Encyclopedia of Crafts looks fantastic though! #MakeItLinky
This looks like a great set of inspiring books. Thanks for sharing, I will definitely have a look out for these! #MakeItLinky