Heirloom Embroidery by Jan Constantine, hardback published by Jacqui Small. ISBN 978-1-906417-03-1, price 18.99 from www.aurumpress.co.uk

Delightful projects with effective embroidery fill the pages of this well-photographed book. The projects are ones I am sure you will want to make. There are ideas for many occasions and you’ll probably find your own ideas being triggered too – I know I did. A fair stitches directory and templates as well as over 25 projects that include cushions, bags and a wonderful scarf. Recommended.