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The series emphasises the art of making in many forms, blending technical expertise with cultural expression, and inviting all who seek to understand or create to find their place within its varied offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sustainable-crafts-gifts-and-projects-for-all-seasons-by-becci-coombes-9781399064330","title":"Sustainable Crafts, Gifts and Projects for All Seasons","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake advantage of nature's bounty and craft in time with the seasons! Whether potting up dandelion honey, cooking and crafting with rose petals, or preserving autumn leaves and acorns, there are so many wonderful gifts, ornaments, and treats that can be made from either a short walk in the woods or a rummage in your cupboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith an emphasis on foraging and upcycling, Becci explores the ways we can create beautiful projects using materials readily available in the garden and home. Upcycled projects include gorgeous home textiles woven from bed linen, mini lampshade fairy lights for a summer's evening, and even a fabulous picnic table from an old suitcase. Capture the breeze of autumn with wind chimes made from old necklaces and cutlery, and learn how to felt old sweaters, turning them into cosy wreaths, brooches, and purses for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also a section on working with willow, with projects encompassing everything from woven bird-feeders (with home-made fat balls!) to festive ornaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSustainable Crafts, Gifts and Projects for All Seasons\u003c\/em\u003e is authored by Becci Coombes, who spent her childhood holidays on the family farm in Denmark and grew up with a love for all things Scandinavian. Originally trained as an archaeologist (Vikings, of course!), she travelled the world and became a successful glass artist. 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