Tuttle Publishing

Embrace the Japanese concept of ma (negative space) with these delicate lace stitches.

280 Japanese Lace Stitches is a fun and informative resource for experienced knitters. This book is filled with a wonderful variety of beautiful, openwork stitch patterns, including leaf patterns, diamonds, circles and waves--perennial favorites that can be applied to every type of project, from sweaters to blankets. With full-color photos and expert explanations of the symbols and patterns, knitters can expand their knowledge of this elegant and classic style.

11 basic projects give you a chance to try some of these patterns right away. These gentle introductions include such accessories as:

• A stripe-textured shawl
• A short cowl
• Handwarmers with a circle pattern
• A versatile winter hat
• And more!

Japanese knitting guru Gayle Roehm introduces the patterns and explains the ins and outs of Japanese knitting. A handy index allows you to search for patterns by number of steps and stitches required, so you can shop from the intricacy side of the menu. A section on how to knit the symbols takes you step-by-step through the stitches used in this book.

15 amazing stitches, 10 simple lessons, and 25 glorious projects.

Modern Japanese Crochet casts the classic stitches you think you know in a totally new light, showing them in ways that add striking textures and contrasts to handcrafted pieces. For the experienced needlework enthusiast, this book is a revelation--the perfect introduction to the unique Japanese style of crocheting and charted patterns.

Clear instructions, schematics, and charts walk you through exciting Japanese-style projects in this book, which include:

• An elegant shawl or blanket festooned with flowers
• A gorgeous scarf with a cascade of delicate, understated frills
• A bag or pouch in a cheerful strawberry stitch
• A brioche-stitched bowl that makes a wonderful home for your yarn
• A star-stitched shoulder pouch or hat that is a charming way to play with colors
• Plus much more--charming bags, scarves, hats, and handwear that help you try more fabulous stitches!

The introduction by Gayle Roehm explains how Japanese crochet diagrams work, allowing you to stitch these fantastic patterns and projects easily. A section on stitch techniques walks you through the basic stitches, adding and decreasing, binding, and finishing.

The inspiring photos are all the invitation you need to grab your hook and get started!

**New Ebook Files Distributed July 27, 2022**

Get ready to pop, fold and fly sturdy paper airplanes! Origami author Andrew Dewar rediscovered his childhood love of paper airplanes in Japan working with Yasuaki Ninomiya (creator of the famous White Wings planes). His designs are incredibly easy to assemble and his book not only explains how to make paper planes, but how to tune them for better performance. For the daring paper airplane maker, he also gives tips on designing your own airplane models. The helpful instruction book inside the kit provides clear, step-by-step instructions for each plane. All the planes are printed in full color on high-quality cardstock and precut, so you just push out the pieces, fold them and staple them. The rubber band catapult launcher that is included makes the planes soar and swoop to great heights—which draws a crowd and keeps both kids and adults entertained for hours. This paper airplanes kit contains:

• 12 reliable and fast pop-out paper planes
• Rubberband catapult launcher
• 32 page full-color origami booklet
• Step-by-step instructions
• Paper folding basics and tips

These awesome, high-performance planes are frustration-free—no glue needed, just a stapler and some imagination. Origami airplanes include:

• The lifelike Wasp
• The Streaking Comet
• The stealthy Stingray
• The rocket-like X-15
• And much more…