For the release of Creative Makeup – debut book from Rachel Duffy, we sat down to talk all things creative and make-up related! Check out what Rachel had to say… Tell us a little bit about yourself? I’m a 34-year-old artist, educator, and mother hailing from Liverpool. As a mythology and art obsessive, I have […]
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Introduction to Aromatherapy with Ellen Rowland and Kew Gardens
Join workshop leader and aromatherapist Ellen Rowland as she looks at how aromas can affect us, both physically and emotionally, and shows you how to create your own aromatherapy preparations. Follow along with over 60 minutes of information and step-by-step instructions split into easily digestible lessons, and you will discover: A little of the history […]
Grow your own leafy veg and herbs at home, A new course from Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens and Mark Ridsdill Smith have brought this incredible course online so you too can grow leafy veg and herbs at home. Mark shares his process, top tips, and techniques to help you grow your own vegetables and herbs from the comfort of your home, no matter how much space you have. See more about […]
10 Wellbeing books we know you’ll love…
Wellbeing is a buzzword we’ve heard a lot of over the last few years for all the right reasons. We know just how important self-care is. To help you on your journey of wellbeing and self-care, we compiled this list of wellbeing books (from Exisle Publishing – read more about them here) we know you’ll […]
Free Bonus Project from Crochet Animal Blankets & Blocks!
Ira Rott is back with yet another fantastic crochet book! Crochet Animal Blankets and Blocks is the ultimate pattern book for you if you love making all things animal-related! From koalas to lions, sloths to unicorns there’s an animal pattern for everyone. Take a look at just a few of the projects you can find in the […]
Free Pattern | Colorful Crochet Knitwear
Try this free pattern from Colorful Crochet Knitwear! Colorful Crochet Knitwear is the debut book from Sandra Gutierrez! Whether it’s a sweater with a decorative yoke or a matching beanie and glove set in a Scandinavian-inspired design, this collection of crochet patterns shows that it’s not just knitters who can make colourwork sweaters and accessories. Using techniques […]
Knitted Wild Animal Friends: Out Now!
Knitted Wild Animal Friends is now available! To celebrate this amazing new book from Louise Crowther, we’re giving you the chance to knit up Theo the Lion! This roar-some pattern will take you on a wild journey and once you’ve made Theo you’ll be able to knit up his super cute outfit too because even lions […]
Call for Submissions: David and Charles Practical Art Books
We are opening a submissions window between 1st April and 30th May for new practical art books. This is an exciting opportunity for both emerging and established artists who love to teach their techniques step by step. Speaking of the opportunity Publishing Director Ame Verso said: “David and Charles has a long history of publishing some of […]
Independent Publishing Awards 2022 – Shortlisted!
We’re incredibly pleased to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for not one, but two awards at the Independent Publishing Awards 2022. We were fortunate enough to have won Specialist Consumer Publisher of the Year in 2021, and this year, we’ve been shortlisted for: Specialist Consumer Publisher of the Year – the judges for this award […]
Kawaii Crochet Garden; Blooming brilliant amigurumi plants
‘Kawaii’ is a Japanese word that describes something as cute, adorable, and just utterly lovable. This couldn’t be truer for Melissa Bradley’s ‘Kawaii Crochet Garden’ which features a collection of 40 super cute amigurumi patterns! After all, who wouldn’t want the chance to cultivate their own colourful world of crochet flowers, plants, and garden creatures? […]