FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER THE ETYMOLOGICON. 'An informative but highly entertaining journey through the figures of rhetoric ... Mark Forsyth wears his considerable knowledge lightly. He also writes…

For centuries, fame and fortune was to be found in the west - in the New World of the Americas. Today, it is the east which calls out to those in search of adventure and riches. The region stretching from eastern Europe and sweepi…

'Paris is the World, the rest of the Earth is nothing but its suburbs' - Marivaux In this intelligently-written and supremely entertaining new history, Colin Jones seeks to give a sense of the city of Paris as it was lived in and …

On Palestine is Noam Chomsky and Ilan Pappe's indispensable update on a suffering region. What is the future of the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement directed at Israel? Which is more viable, the binational or one state …

Stay super-cosy and warm with the Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed Cape Pattern. You can knit up the perfect top layer for yourself and your loved ones with this beautifully patterned cape. This pattern is ideal for women. Materials Requ…

Stay super-cosy and warm with the Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed Dress and Sweater Pattern. You can choose between a knitted dress or a jumper design to knit up the perfect top layer for yourself and your loved ones. Materials Required…

Selection of cushion covers to knit, pictured in Hayfield Bonus Aran 400g balls. Materials Required: 1x pair of 5mm (UK6-US8) knitting needles. 1x pair of 6.5mm (UK3-US10.5) knitting needles. 3x buttons for Garter Stitch Cushion …

Sirdar Colourwheel is a gloriously vibrant colour effect double knitting yarn. This incredible yarn comes in a range of 6 wonderfully colourful shades. Colourwheel is a cake yarn so the true effect of each of the shades can be see…

Selection of cushion covers to knit, pictured in Sirdar Touch a soft chunky fur yarn. Materials Required: 1 Pair of 10mm Knitting Needles. 1 36cm (14in) Zip Fastener for each Cushion Cover. 2 Buttons for Bolster Cushion Cover. Cu…

Stay super-cosy and warm with the Hayfield Chunky Tweed Women's Cardigan Pattern. You can v neck cardigan design to knit up the perfect top layer for yourself. This pattern is ideal for adult women. Materials Required: 1x pair o…

Jacket and cable mittens knitting pattern, includes larger sizes. Knitted in Hayfield Colour Rich a chunky self patterning yarn. Materials Required: 1 x 5.50mm knitting needles. 1 x 6.50mm knitting needles. Cable needle. Tapestry…

Short sleeved top and delicate gloves knitting pattern. Pictured in Sirdar Cotton 4ply. Materials Required: 1 x pair of 2.75mm (USA2) Knitting Needles. 1 x pair of 3.25mm (USA3) Knitting Needles. Stitch Holders. 2 x Buttons for g…

Knitting pattern for a Ladies 3/4 sleeve cardigan in Sirdar Hayfield Colour Rich Chunky, Colour Rich Chunky is a lovely great value yarn that comes in large 200g balls, and in a range of unique space-dyed colours. Materials Requir…

Knit and Crochet Cushion Covers made in Sirdar Sylvan Chunky Yarn, Sylvan a thick and thin yarn that has an incredibly soft and silky slubby texture. Sizes 41cm - 41cm (16 - 16in). Materials Required: 1 x pair of 5.50mm knitting …

Selection of socks to knit, pictured in Sirdar Country Style 4ply, a classic woolblend yarn. Materials Required: 1 x set of 4 Double pointed 3.25mm (UK10-USA3) knitting needles. 1 x set of 4 Double pointed 2.75mm (UK12-USA2) knit…

Assorted selection of cushion covers to knit. Pictured in Hayfield Chunky Tweed with wool. Materials Required: 1 x pair of 6.5mm (US10.5) knitting needles. 1 x 36cm zip fastener for each cover. Cable needle for Cabled Cushion Cov…

Ladies v neck aran cardigan and waistcoat, includes larger sizes, pictured in Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed 400g balls. Materials Required: 1 x pair 5mm (UK6-USA8) Knitting Needles. 1 x pair 4mm (UK8-USA6) Knitting Needles. Cable Nee…

Girls raglan sleeve cardigan, hat and mitts with heart motif, pictured in Sirdar Supersoft Aran, a soft acrylic yarn. You'll also need: 1 x pair 5mm (UK6-USA8) Knitting Needles. 1 x pair 4mm (UK8-USA6) Knitting Needles. 6 [6:6:7:…

Girls cape with leaf pattern, pictured in Sirdar Supersoft Aran, a soft acrylic yarn. You'll also need: 1 x Pair of 4mm (UK8-USA6) Knitting Needles. 1 x 5mm (UK6-USA8) Circular Needle. 1 x 4mm (UK8-USA6) Circular Needle. Cable Ne…

Knit this super cute unicorn with Sirdar Touch. You'll also need: One pair of 6.5mm (UK3-US10.5) knitting needles. Washable Toy Filler. 2 Safety Eyes.

Lion Crochet Pattern in Sirdar Snuggly Spots and Snuggly DK yarn. Make Logan the friendly lion with the shaggy mane. Materials Required: 1 x 3mm (UK10-US D/3) Crochet Hook. Washable Toy Filler. Tapestry needle.

Large and Small Bears knitted in Touch yarn. You'll also need: 1x pair of 6.5mm (UK3-USA10.5) knitting needles. Toy Stuffing. Oddments of black yarn. Safety eyes if required.

Selection of cabled, lace and motif cushion covers, pictured in Sirdar Cotton DK mercerised cotton. Materials Required: 1 x pair of 3.25 (UK10) knitting needles for Tulip Lace Pattern Cushion Cover. 1 x pair of 4mm (UK8) knitting…

Iconic 'fisheye' style button in various sizes with 2 holes. Perfect for using on baby cardigans.  Please note: While every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the colours depicted in our image, please be aware that due …

These buttons can be used for clothes, jewellery making or as an embellishment in other crafts. Composition: Plastic. Size: 25mm. Tan, Beige, Brown, Grey and Navy. Variegated. 4 hole.

Felt has many applications in arts and craft. You can use it to make hand sewn felt animals, decorations and felt flowers. Use it in card making, millinery or to make accessories such as purses and wallets. Ideal in children's cra…

Metal buttons are great for just about any application; from blouses to trousers, to pillow accents or handbags. Here we have a flower shape, metal style button featuring a shank back for easy application. Size: 20mm.

These buttons can be used for clothes, jewelry making or as an embellishment in other crafts. Composition: Plastic. Size: 28mm. Navy, Brown, Black and Grey. 4 hole.

These buttons can be used for clothes, jewellery making or as an embellishment in other crafts. Composition: Metal. Size: 15mm, 19mm and 23mm. Silver and Gold.

These buttons can be used for clothes, jewelry making or as an embellishment in other crafts. Composition: Metal. Size: 18mm and 28mm. Silver or Bronze.