Papercrafts

There are so many ways to tell loved ones how special they are, but the most poignant messages are always those you make by hand, If you're a papercrafter looking for inspiration, Jan Stephenson and Amy Appleyard can show you how to add your personal touch to the most timeless form of self-expression. Inside you'll find projects for creating more than forty love notes for any occasion. Whether it's your best friend's birthday or the day you decide to tell your soul mate how you feel, inside you'll find a funny, heartwarming, sexy or whimsical way to showcase your emotion. Papercrafters and artists of all kinds will enjoy adding their own unique touches to these lovely designs. With a little spare time and some imagination, you can create beautiful keepsakes for those you care about most.

100 quick and easy cross stitch ideas for stitchers to use to create fantastic greetings cards for friends and family with this diverse collection of motifs and designs for every occasion. Whether it's a new baby, wedding anniversary or special birthday, there's certain to be a card to suit you. Each card design is accompanied by complete stitching instructions, embellishment ideas and clear color charts. The author also shares her papercrafting secrets to help create simple cards that will make a big impression! There are ideas for seasonal greeting cards for events such as Christmas, St Patrick's day and Independence day. Choose from designs for last-minute greetings for quick-to-stitch ideas—perfect for when you want to send your congratulations immediately, and can't afford to to spend hours stitching!