Welcome to Beginner Makes – your new crafty best friend! Inside, you’ll find fun, no-stress projects like bow cushions, pom pom gifts, Neapolitan fudge, map crafts, a cute crochet bag, woven bookmarks and loads more. Every make is designed with beginners in mind – no pressure, just joyful creating at your own pace. From handmade gifts to just-for-fun projects and first-time experiments, there’s something inside to spark your creativity.
Beginner makes
FRESHLY TRIMMED • Jess Gladwish shares five new ways with pom poms
Bright coasters • Repurpose old bathroom tiles into striking coasters for around the home.
CREATE A BUZZ • Let your embroidery skills fly with Cristina Alcantara’s shoe update
Totes adorable • Add summer style to any outfit with this easy crochet bag in multicoloured raffia stripes.
Floral treats • Make some rustic accessories for summer, with our gorgeous bag, purse and brooch set.
NEAPOLITAN FUDGE • With three types of fudge on a handy lolly stick this nostalgic treat is the perfect thing for a kids’ party!
MAKER’S MARK • The art of weaving is at your fingertips with Lucy Rowan’s yarn scrap bookmarks
All sewn up! • From travel ideas to tech treats, we’ll help you sew handmade stocking fillers for all your loved ones this year.
PATCHWORK PILLOW • With just four pieces of fabric, your first patchwork project is a piece of cake.
NICE & WARM • Search for the quiet spot in your week and cast on our simple mitts for cosier hands.
COVER UP • Great for smartening up your stationery, protecting a favourite book, or giving as a thoughtful present
MAPPED OUT • Jump on the trend for map themed homewares with these super-quick makes
Take a bow • Girl’s of all ages will love adorning their bedrooms with these pretty bows. After all, you can never have too many cushions!
THE NEW RETRO • Embrace 70s vibes and say hello to bargello with Nerissa Pratt’s hanging planter
THE PRINTED ROSE • If you’re looking for a way to repurpose old, battered books, then our literary rose could be just the thing to decorate your home.
Crochet essentials • Over the next few pages, you’ll find simple step-by-step guides to many useful stitches and techniques that you’ll use every time you pick up a hook
How to knit • If you’re new to knitting, or just need a little refresher, our knitting guide is here to make sure you get it right first time, every time
More inspiration • There’s unlimited crafting inspiration with our leading and trusted brands…