- Hardcover: 288 pages
- Publisher: Collins (30 April 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0007284799
- ISBN-13: 978-0007284795
- Product Dimensions: 24.8 x 19.2 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 232,957 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
 Trade In this Item for up to £0.25
Get an extra £5 when you trade in books worth £10 or more until June 30, 2012. Trade in Homemade: Gorgeous things to make with love for an Amazon.co.uk gift card of up to £0.25, which you can then spend on millions of items across the site. Trade-in values may vary (terms apply). Find more products eligible for trade-in.
|
Product details |
More About the Author
Product Description
Product Description
A contemporary take on gorgeous things to make
Making it yourself rather than buying it off the shelf has never been trendier. Whether driven by eco considerations and anti-consumerism or by the desire to own or give something personal rather than uniform, many more of us are getting out the knitting needles and sewing kit, and taking pleasure in lavishing some TLC on our homes, our friends, our children and ourselves.
Homemade is packed full of ideas for things to make that make life that little bit better. From crocheted coat-hangers to cordials and cupcakes, from cushion covers made from vintage blankets, old shirts cut up to make summer bunting or beautifully simple decorating ideas for an old-fashioned Christmas tree, here are over a hundred ways of adding individuality to your home and to the things you give. You'll save some money along the way - and using materials you have to hand not only saves the cash, it also means building a little bit of your history, whether from a favourite worn-out skirt or pebbles you've collected on holiday, into the things that surround you.
While the book is practical and project-based, covering everything from knitting gloves to making natural moth repellents and devising the most gorgeous hand-made gift wrapping, it is also aspirational and chic - a key requirement is that the finished result has to look better and more desirable than a shop-bought version.
Many of the ideas are incredibly simple and can be done in minutes; some are more of a labour of love; all have clear instructions and gorgeous accompanying photographs that cannot fail to inspire you to get going and add some homemade glamour to your home and your life.
About the Author
Elspeth Thompson wrote a weekly gardening column and features for the Sunday Telegraph, and also the Guardian. She wrote numerous books on gardening, homes and interiors. Since her sad death in 2010, the Gardening Against the Odds Awards and a bursary set up in her name by the National Gardens Scheme are helping to preserve her legacy. Ros Badger previously owned a children's knitwear company, Little Badger, and is now a freelance stylist, as well as teaching at the Design Museum.
Tags Customers Associate with This Product(What's this?)Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
|
Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store
If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store.
Learn more
What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Ros Badger and Elspeth Thompson must be congratulated for creating a work of great style and integrity. These authors obviously know their stuff. It makes me think nostalgically of a time when all these activities were the norm in most households, and perhaps we should take note that they had it right- to be creative with what we have, to recycle and ultimately to enjoy the process of making things yourself. Not to say this isn't contemporary- it could hardly be more relevant in the current climate to be encouraged to make your own. A truly inspiring, useful and beautiful book.
30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Beautifully produced, with gorgeous photography and loads of ideas for creative projects requiring little cash, often re-using materials from around the home or scavenged from nature. Arranged seasonally, there is a wealth of ideas here, things to sew, cook, knit, paint: from crocheted blankets to sloe gin. Perfect for rainy days, holidays - simply and stylishly re-invigorating the art of the homemade. Forget Blue Peter, this is the chic side of crafts, and this lovely and very timely book would made a fantastic present for anyone - if you could bear to give it away!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Everything about this book is gorgeous. From the retro feel of the cover, the natural photography by Benjamin J Murphy, the styling and the inspirational ideas. I have made the newspaper pots today and will be making the bunting for our summer party. Both ideas are practical, economic AND stylish. Love it.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Simply adore this book
ITo put it simply...I adore this book. I bought it over a year ago and always look at it for inspiration. Read more
Published 7 months ago by MillieMooshu
Great ideas for homemade fun!
I bought this book to give some ideas for homemade Christmas presents. I've recently taken up knitting (although i'm only 25)and it has a cool idea for a knitted i-pod cover and... Read more
Published 9 months ago by SuzieR
Lots of ideas but quite basic
This book is filled with lots of ideas and projects across a broad range of crafting skills, from knitting to renovating chairs, Christmas ideas to making jam and chutney. Read more
Published 18 months ago by T. Alexander
Not as good as it should have been
I am not so in love with this book as other reviewers. I found the pictures dull, flat and sometimes deceptive. They do not always relate to the content. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2010 by Mrs. Katharine Kirby
Beautiful and inspiring
I liked the look of the preview pages of this book, and the reviews sounded good so I bought a couple for Christmas presents and was not disappointed. Read more
Published on 3 Jan 2010 by C. Mcalister
basic but beautiful
very lovely book, with feel appeal, presented beautifully with nice projects... But would have to agree with the review that said not 'gorgeous'. Read more
Published on 26 Dec 2009 by Mrs. B. Handford
disappointing
I'm not normally a moaner but after buying this book I feel I have to warn people so they can at least buy at their own peril! Read more
Published on 8 Dec 2009 by sakura_b
Cute and classy
I bought this because of the colour, layout and inspiration more than the individual projects. I love the jam recipe- it truly is foolproof! Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2009 by greentrianglegirl
Not exactly gorgeous
This book contains a few nice things to make but generally is a bit average, certainly not "gorgeous". Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2009 by Boat Girl
Perfect inspiration for all things creative
This book is amazing and has really inspired me to get creative now that the autumn nights are drawing in. Read more
Published on 11 Oct 2009 by Helen Cooke
Listmania!
Look for similar items by category
- Books > Home & Garden > Crafts
Look for similar items by subject
Feedback
- Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
- I am the Author, and I want to comment on my book.
- I am the Publisher, and I want to comment on this book.
