Thursday 27 October 2016

Rainbow Crocheted Blankets ~ Search Press ~ Book Review


by Amanda Perkins

ISBN: 9781782211570
Publisher: Search Press
Publication Date: 15 September 2016
RRP: £12.99

Available direct from Search Press.

    

This book is a refreshing change from the norm.
It doesn't want you to make exact copies
of the blankets, it wants you to make your
own design using the patterns.


The book uses written patterns as well as charts
and diagrams.
The patterns are easy to follow and the colour
charts give you so many ideas.


The whole point of the book really is colour.
It's amazing how the different colours
with the different designs create
amazing blankets.


Amanda uses 4 ply yarn so the designs
are more detailed and more colours can be packed in.


Each of the designs are so different from each
other and I love the fact that quite a few
aren't just rectangular.



Amanda uses different shapes to create
blankets that look unique.
Working together with the different colours
she uses create many beautiful designs.


If you love to crochet blankets
then this book really will fill your time.
The only problem you might have
is deciding which blanket to crochet first.


Available direct from Search Press.

    


I received this book to review.
However all opinions expressed are my own.
Affiliate links are included on the post.
No monies were exchanged.

Wednesday 26 October 2016

A-Z of Quilting ~ Search Press ~ Book Review


by Country Bumpkin

ISBN: 9781782211648
Publisher: Search Press
Publication Date: 24 August 2016
RRP: £12.99

Available Direct from Search Press.

    

This is a book that is jam packed
full of so much information that
it's ideal for everyone from a beginner quilter
to an experienced quilter.


I love this set of book published by Search Press.
They bring together everything you need to
know and put it in a format that is super easy
to follow.
Not only that they supply clear and easy to follow
pictures so it makes everything so much easier.


The book starts by going through
the materials and tools you will be using.
This even includes how you will care for
your quilt once it's complete.

 

The book then moves onto preparation.
This is so important as if you start correctly
it makes the rest of the process easier.


The book takes you through all of the different process
you can use so that no matter what you will
be able to find the information you will need.
Whether you are piecing by hand or by machine.


As a newbie to quilting this book is invaluable.
It makes everything seem so much easier.
You can take it step-by-step
and then it doesn't seem as daunting.


The pictures are so clear with the instructions
that you can easily see the process you are following.
Even sewing curves doesn't seem as daunting.


The book even takes you through the embroidery
techniques you may use on your quilt.
So everything is covered to make it so much
easier for you to complete your quilt.


Even the smallest techniques are covered
so you don't have to worry about anything.
I love the fact that everything is covered so that
whether you want to quilt by hand or by machine
you will have the techniques you will need.

There is so much packed into this book
I can't cover it all.
It's just so helpful!

Available Direct from Search Press.

    


I received this book to review.
However all opinions expressed are my own.
Affiliate links are included on the post.
No monies were exchanged.

Tuesday 25 October 2016

A-Z of Embroidered Flowers ~ Search Press ~ Book Review




ISBN: 9781782211686
Publisher: Search Press
Publication Date: 24 August 2016
RRP: £12.99

Available direct from Search Press.

    

There is something extra special
about adding a little touch to an item
and making it personally yours.



I love adding little touches to presents
that make them unique and even more beautiful.
Embroidery can add so much more
to an item and flowers just make it so precious.


This book takes you through so many amazing
flowers to embroider
with some beautiful designs.


There are the most clear and amazing
pictures to help you with the different techniques.


You can learn to embroider everything from
an Alyssum to Zinnia.

Each of the flowers has the following information:
Requirements
DMC threads used
Order of work
& the Embroidery Key.


There are so many techniques used in this book.
Everything from basic embroidery to using
ribbons or fabric.


This book is so jam packed full of different
flowers that you can embroider.
All of them are easily identifiable.


The book goes through each flower
in alphabetical order.
There are some that have step by step
instructions to help you to learn
the different techniques.
This however isn't on all of the flowers.
Then at the back of the book
are all the patterns you will use to create
each of the flowers.


If you love to embroider and you want
a comprehensive compendium
of flower designs then you'll love this book.

Available direct from Search Press.

    


I received this book to review.
However all opinions expressed are my own.
Affiliate links are included on the post.
No monies were exchanged.

Treat Bag Waist Belt with Adjustable Waist Belt and 2 Zippered Pockets for Training Toy ~ Generic ~ Product Review



Treat Bag Waist Belt with Adjustable Waist Belt 
and 2 Zippered Pockets for Training Toy
#Dog_Bag

    

Couldn't live without it now I have one.
I love walking my dog but no matter
what type of bag I put in my pocket
with his treats in, I always ended
up with bits of treats in my pockets.
Not anymore!


This bag is a brilliant idea and is so versatile.
The back pocket is big enough to fit my phone
and keys in.
The front pocket has an easy dispenser for
doggy poop bags.
The middle pocket is brilliant for treats.


I love the fact that the treats pocket has
an easy to close top so that when
it's raining the treats don't get wet.
It also means that dogs can't jump up and nick
any treats out.


I would of liked the belt to be a bit
bigger as I wear it over my coat
but luckily it still fits me.
I don't think it would be big enough
for my husband.


I love the fact that you can attach the bag
in different ways and places on the belt.
The hooks make it easy to attach.
I prefer it to be fastened in two places
as I don't like it bouncing as I walk.

Wherever the dog goes the bag
comes with me.
It's great to have everything
easily to hand!


    


I received this product to review.
However all opinions expressed are my own.
Affiliate links are included on the post.
No monies were exchanged.

Universal 5 in 1 Charging Cable ~ Jastek ~ Product Review



#JASTEK_Cable

    

Now there is no need to worry about finding
the right cable anymore.


I don't know about you but with so many electrical
things that need charging these days,
it's always a problem finding the right cable.
This is a fantastic idea that means you
have whatever you need to hand.
 You have 5 different styles of cables
to choose from:
  • 1pc USB A Cable, 
  • 2 Micro USB Cables,
  • 1 Mini Cable,
  • 1 USB Type C Cable,
  • 1pc 8pin cable
The cable is only for charging
and isn't for transferring data.


The cable also comes with a one year warranty
which I am sure you won't need to use
as it seems to be very well made.


The cables are only short so you will need somewhere
very close to the plug to place your electrical item.

This is a very useful product.
It is something that it good to have to hand.


    



I received this product to review.
However all opinions expressed are my own.
Affiliate links are included on the post.
No monies were exchanged.