- Paperback: 92 pages
- Publisher: Snowbooks Ltd; UK open market ed edition (1 Oct 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1905005172
- ISBN-13: 978-1905005178
- Product Dimensions: 23.9 x 18.8 x 1.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 459,435 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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In a world where every material desire can be filled by ready-made, machine-perfect goods, why do some people still insist on doing things by hand? The "Crafter's Companion" is for everybody who loves the world of hand-crafts and anybody who's ever wondered what exactly there is to love about it. An on-line community of skilled artists have come together to answer these questions: Why do you create? What inspires you? And, how do you work? Additionally, each artist has contributed a pattern of her own design, making "The Crafter's Companion" the ideal resource for practical projects and encouraging words.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
This book is one of the best craft books I've seen recently, most promise much but don't deliver. This book contains a peek into the world of online crafty bloggers who talk about their crafting lives, their studios and early childhood experiences of crafting. Makes for excellent reading! Then on top of that and the beautiful pictures there are lovely projects to make yourself. What bliss, then when you have devoured the book follow the links to read more online.
23 of 25 people found the following review helpful
I loved the style of this book - a collaboration of different crafters describing why they craft, their inspirations and work space. Looking at their creations and workspaces gave me lots of ideas, and some of the projects look really fun, like making a fabric basket to put things in, or a needle case. Unfortunately, there was a lack of projects in comparison to the written sections, and some of these are disappointing. For example, there were instructions for market bags and library totes, which are very similar patterns and abundant online anyway. If you're looking for a book of interesting, original patterns, you might want to look somewhere else. However the book is worth it just for its exciting photography and interesting tips.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
This is a beautiful book, guaranteed to inspire. Each contributor writes a chapter about their influences, inspirations, work-spaces and materials and gives instructions for a project. This book is a sumptuous, rewarding read in itself, but it also gives you the individual crafter's blog addresses which lead on to other inspirational sites. If you are interested in making at all, get this book, it's fantastic!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
It's ok...
Another crafts book with gorgeous and inspiring pictures, but the projects presented are not that fantastic. Read more
Published on 20 Mar 2010 by Rita Domingues
Different and inspiring
I though this book was a little different in that it does give a small biog on each crafter but that's quite a nice touch. Read more
Published on 7 April 2009 by Mrs. CA Gilbert
Great read and some lovely projects
I read this cover to cover in one sitting. I found the interviews with the designers really interesting and inspiring. Read more
Published on 1 April 2009 by Miss Jowyn N. Jenson
Not essential
I wasn't sure about this book, but after reading so many good things about it I decided give it a go. It is for sure a beautifully presented book. Read more
Published on 8 July 2008 by Mrs. S. Censi
Inspirational, Interesting, Enlightening.
I LOVED this book.
I wasn't sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised.
I was looking for a bit of inspiration but didn't want a standard project book. Read more
I wasn't sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised.
I was looking for a bit of inspiration but didn't want a standard project book. Read more
Published on 29 May 2008 by F. POINTER
Disappointing
I bought this book on the strength of these reviews. However I have found it very uninspiring. The people chosen have very little to say that is unique or interesting and they... Read more
Published on 7 May 2008 by Louise K
Wonderful
This collection of craft bloggers each talk about why they craft & have contributed a project each. A wonderful read. Very inspirational. Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2008 by Mrs. B. Handford
inspirational!
I bought this book only 3 days ago, and have read it from cover to cover already, and lost half a nights sleep thinking about my own crafting inspirations, and a full day... Read more
Published on 31 Dec 2007 by passionate person
Good for workspaces and motives
Nicely designed with clear projects - only one per crafter though and all of a simple beginner's level. Read more
Published on 26 Dec 2007 by Carol
A real sourcebook of inspiration
I love this book! I am a very experienced professional crafter and I love dipping into this book to inspire me to be much more creative with my sewing, etc. Read more
Published on 7 Nov 2007 by abuncandance
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