SEW!
By Cath Kidston
Quadrille Publishing, ISBN 9781844009381, NZ RRP $19.99, Paperback

Following the success of the first edition come this reduced paperback package that includes a pull-out pattern sheet and full-size templates for creating all of the projects, as well as an exclusive Cath Kidston Need case with needles. Includes photographs and clear instructions for over 40 projects all using Cath Kidston’s distinctive fabrics. An introductory technique section teaches you the basics of sewing. A great way to spend time with family or friends and make handmade gifts in these cash-strapped times.

THE ULTIMATE BOOK OF BABY KNITS
By Debbie Bliss
Quadrille Publishing, ISBN 9781844009459, NZ RRP $39.99, Paperback

The definitive collection of handknits for babies and toddlers from world-renowned designer and best-selling author, Debbie Bliss contains her 50 favourite baby patterns from the past five years. Each and every project would make a perfect and unique handmade gift for a new baby. Also includes an introductory techniques section showing the basics of how to knit, as well as the methods needed to complete all the projects.

TWO GREEDY ITALIANS
By Antonio Carluccio and Gennaro Contaldo
Quadrille Publishing, ISBN 9781844009428, NZ RRP $45.00, Hardback

Written to accompany the primetime BBC series, Two Greedy Italians features two of the world’s most-loved Italian cooks together for the first time. Filled with evocative and humorous anecdotes, along with the delicious recipes, help create a vivid picture and a celebration of Italian food. Antonio and Gennaro have combined sales of over 2 million books worldwide. Contaldo is also widely known as the Italian legend who taught Jamie Oliver all he knows about Italian cooking.

BAKE & DECORATE
By Fiona Cairns
Quadrille Publishing, ISBN 9781844009442, NZ RRP $34.99, Paperback

A brilliant combination of delicious cake recipes and inspirational decoration schemes. Atmospheric photographs and foolproof recipes make this book a sure-fire winner. Bake gives 30 easy-to-make simply delicious recipes for large cakes, small cakes and cookies – each accompanied by an easy icing. Decorate shows how to decorate 60 cakes large and small, for everyday and special occasions, using the cake recipes from Bake.

 

THE AMAZING WORLD OF ORCHIDS
By Wilma and Brian Rittershausen
Quadrille Publishing, ISBN 9781844009398, NZ RRP $39.99, Paperback

Published in association with The Royal Horticultural Society, this book contains invaluable practical advice from Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medal-winning authors for successful home cultivation. The Amazing World of Orchids incorporates the most up-to-date information available including major new classifications and includes stunning photography that reveals the amazing beauty and diversity of over 150 different orchids featured.

EXTRAORDINARY DOGS
By Elizabeth Wilhide
Quadrille Publishing, ISBN 978184949009, NZ RRP $19.99, Paperback

Extraordinary Dogs accompanies a 13-part TV series of the same name. Screening in New Zealand on Prime TV from February 12th at 11.30am. Filled with fascinating and heart-warming descriptions of canine bravery, intelligence and instinct, Extraordinary Dogs examines the complex and intriguing interactions of dogs and their best friends – humans.