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Sew Fabulous: Inspiring Ideas to Bring the Joy of Sewing to Your Home
by Stuart HillardStuart Hillard reached the semi-final of BBC2’s GREAT BRITISH SEWING BEE, bringing a fantastic sense of invention, passion, creativity and style to all things fabric.
Sew Fabulous: Inspiring Ideas to Bring the Joy of Sewing to Your Home
by Stuart HillardHow to make beautiful fabric crafts for your home, from the GREAT BRITISH SEWING BEE's Stuart Hillard.Stuart Hillard reached the semi-final of BBC2's GREAT BRITISH SEWING BEE, bringing a fantastic sense of invention, passion, creativity and style to all things fabric. Stuart's first love is sewing for the home - transforming everything from tablecloths, cushions and curtains to garden chairs and quilts. He is an enthusiastic home sewer and teacher and his mission is to make sewing for the home accessible and aspirational, and his message is clear: sewing is for everyone.He introduces the novice sewer to the basic skills, kit and trimmings and also endeavours to teach even the most experienced sewer a new range of techniques. Ranging from the super-easy, no-sew projects for those who are enthusiastic about fabric but are under-confident, to gorgeous quilts that take a few basic sewing skills, Stuart's brilliant designs and simple-to-follow approach will help everyone to sew for their own home, their own way.
Sew Fantasy Toys: Easy Sewing Patterns for Magical Creatures from Dragons to Mermaids
by Melly McneiceGorgeous new collection of huggable creatures from fabulous toy designer Melly McNeice. Mums and grannies alike will love the designs for fantasy creatures including scary monsters and mystical unicorns, which will capture their imaginations as much as their children.Sewers will adore the bright, modern fabrics Melly uses for her colorful designs and won't be able to resist the simple but effective patterns that are fun and easy to sew. They will love making the pretty mermaid for their daughter to cuddle up with at bedtime, or the friendly dragon who will protect them while they sleep...There are 10 creatures in this collection so you can choose your favorite from a friendly monster, brave dragon, pretty mermaid, marching robot and a mysterious unicorn amongst others, or you can make them all and create your own fantasy world of cuddly toys - sure to make very special keepsakes in years to come.All the patterns have easy to follow step by step instructions, quirky photography and full sized templates.
Sew Fast Sew Easy: All You Need to Know When You Start to Sew
by Elissa K. MeyrichIncludes three ready-to-use patternsReinvent Sewing for the Twenty-first Century!"Where did you get your skirt?"Ever want to create your own designer-look fashions? Develop unique accessories or home decor? Even if you've never held a needle or used a sewing machine, Sew Fast Sew Easy is all you need. With three simple patterns and easy-to-follow instructions, you can put your own stamp on fashion and step out in style--yours!You'll learn:- Tips and techniques from a fashion industry insider- How to use your sewing machine to express your creativity - How to custom-fit commercial patterns for that sexy look- All about the latest fabrics and the best ways to use them Plus a glossary of sewing terms makes quick reference easy.So don't wait. Use the ideas and simple how-to instructions in this book, and everyone will want to know the secret source for your fabulous clothes and accessories!
Sew Fun: 20 Projects for the Whole Family
by Deborah FisherSew Fun: 20 Projects for the Whole Family is a thoughtful approach to crafting with and for children. Discover a variety of ways to get children involved in fun sewing projects, whatever their age or ability. Several projects are for adults to make and for children to enjoy. Others incorporate a child's drawings as inspiration for an adult-made project or allow older children to try out easy sewing themselves. Simple quilt patterns also allow children to work together choosing or decorating fabric while an adult handles the actual sewing. Deborah Fisher has developed a range of projects that will appeal to adults and children alike. Fun costumes, beautiful dolls, story-time blankets, and communal quilts are just some of the projects included here. Enjoy combining bright colors and contemporary fabrics while spending time with the family. Get tips for working with children and learn how to involve them in ways that are enjoyable and stress-free.
Sew Gifts with Love
by Nancy ZiemanMore than 35 Gift Projects from Nancy Zieman Discover a multitude of gifts to sew for your friends, family, or for yourself. From home decor to jewelry, evening bags to quilts - youll find a project perfect for any gift-giving occasion. Nancy teaches you the basics for five techniques - paper piecing, punched suede, strip quilting, embroidery, and photo transfer. Then she guides you through several gift projects utilizing those techniques. Clear step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations show the easy-sew path to successfully completing more than 35 gift projects. Paper Piecing - 7 projects Punched Suede - 5 projects Strip Quilting - 9 projects Embroidery - 8 projects Photo Transfer - 7 projects
Sew Healthy & Happy: Smart Ergonomics, Stretches & More for Makers
by Rose ParrQuilting shouldn’t be a pain in the neck! Stay pain-free with this quilter’s survival guide to a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Ever been unusually sore after a marathon day of crafting? There’s no need for pain! This guide will make sure you have the right posture, techniques, and stretches when putting in those dedicated hours on your next project. Expert Rose Parr will teach you the methods behind ergonomics with useful visual guides, endless tips, healthy recipes, and contributions from the best quilters in the industry! Certified health and ergonomics specialist Rose Parr shares her expertise on how to sew smarter, healthier and happier Includes exercises, stretches, recipes, and tips to keep you in prime sewing form Keep your mind sharp and your body ache-free!
Sew Home in the Kitchen: 18 Insulated Projects, Perfect for Beginners
by Abigail A. BennettQuick & easy kitchen sewing projects with insulated fleece Learn how to sew cozy home decor with Insul-Fleece, the magic fabric layer that reflects heat or cold. You’ll be inspired by 18 pretty and practical projects for everyday life, from placemats to potholders, a bowl cozy, insulated shopping bag, lunch sack, and even a bleacher cushion to take to the game. With projects suitable for beginners, Sew Home in the Kitchen is your complete guide to sewing with insulated fleece. Accessorize the kitchen or dining room with your favorite fabrics, or serve up a special housewarming gift. The possibilities are endless! Beginner-friendly sewing! Stitch 18 projects from kitchen decor to gifts and more Back fabrics in Insul-Fleece to keep the cold out and the heat in (or vice versa) Create potholders and trivets, drink sleeves, and a variety of insulated bags
Sew Home: Learn Design Basics, Techniques, Fabrics & Supplies: 30+ Modern Projects to Turn a House into YOUR Home
by Erin Schlosser“Projects ranging from simple curtains and linens to professional-quality window treatments and decorative accessories . . . excellent.” —Library JournalWritten by a sewist with a background in interior design, this is an essential guide to home-décor sewing. Included are 31 functional projects—ranging from beginner to advanced—including DIY window treatments, bed linens, storage solutions, rugs, pillows, and custom accessories for every room in your home. Work with cording and zippers, blind hems, and home decor fabric, and discover interior design basics that help you customize any space.“The must-have guide for any home-decor sewist.” —Sew News
Sew Illustrated: 35 Charming Fabric & Thread Designs
by Minki Kim Kristin EsserStitch it pretty! 16 projects for your family, friends, and home Fill your home with small works of art that embody the simple life. Start with 16 useful handmade gifts in the popular Zakka design style, then add adorable motifs pulled from everyday life. 35 charming designs are printed on iron-on transfer paper–have fun sketching them with bits of fabric and free-motion stitching. Customize a variety of bags, a fabric basket, a makeup roll, coasters, and more. You can even use images pulled from a photograph, a rubber stamp, or a child’s drawing! - 16 charming projects for your home using free-motion quilting and raw-edge appliqué - Choose from 35 adorable sketches, printed on iron-on transfer paper, for handmade gifts you’ll love to sew and share - Branch out and try sewing your own doodles (or your kid’s!), a stamped image, or a traced photo
Sew It In Minutes: 24 Projects to Fit Your Style and Schedule
by Chris MaloneThis book delivers what sewers are looking for: beautiful, hand-made projects such as ornaments, photo frames, applique cute terry cloth bibs, book covers and flower pins, for the home or to give as gifts. Inexpensive to make and easily completed in an evening or less, Sew It in Minutes gives sewers: Unique projects to do in 60, 90, 120 or 240 minutes using basic sewing techniques Diverse collection of projects for a great price Four projects of various completion times features in each theme allow sewers to do a little of what they love Opportunities to create beautiful items by machine or hand sewing
Sew It!: Make 17 Projects with Yummy Precut Fabric; Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes, Charm Packs & Fat Quarters
by Allison NicollKids can build their sewing skills with these fun and easy projects that don&’t require adult supervision.Get your budding quilter sewing with 17 easy and fun projects made mostly from precuts. With the time they'll save on cutting, they'll be able to get down to the business of creating right away. From an earphones pouch to a pillow to, of course, quilts, and even a sleepover set―Sew It! presents kids with a broad range of projects for all skill levels that will teach them quilt making basics while challenging them to build their skill sets. All the projects are designed to be sewn on a domestic machine and can be completed without adult assistance.&“Written for new, young sewists, Sew It! Make 17 Projects with Yummy Precut Fabrics by Allison Nicoll is chock-full of great projects for beginners.&”—American Quilt Retailer&“Here&’s an excellent tool to further those plans of sewist world domination, one Jelly Roll at a time!&”—Generation Q Magazin
Sew Knits with Confidence
by Nancy ZiemanIt's sew on! What's not to love about knits? They're flexible and fashionable, extremely versatile, and completely wearable. But are they too tricky to sew? Not with expert Nancy Zieman at your side! Nancy's no-fear approach to this easy yet comprehensive guide will inspire you to try all kinds of knit fabrics in your sewing projects, for results that are truly rewarding. With this book, you will: Learn about a wide variety of knit fabrics and their best sewing uses. Practice basic techniques and pick up dozens of tips that will build your confidence. Discover how to choose the right knit fabric for your needs. Test your skills on 5 fully illustrated step-by-step projects, ready to sew and wear. Even the most challenging knit is no match for you and your sewing machine with this helpful guide. Let's sew!
Sew Luxe Leather: Over 20 Stylish Leather Craft Accessories
by Rosanna Claire GethinFancy a wardrobe full of luxurious leather accessories without the painful price tag? This collection of 20 luxe leather projects is perfect if you're looking for original, high quality projects made from leather, all of which can be made on a domestic sewing machine or with hand stitching. Starting with the simpler projects in this book you'll be able to learn and practice your leather work skills as you go. Sew Luxe Leather will help you gradually build up your skills and confidence: - Choose from small projects to get started such as a keyring, card case, small purse and super-useful earphone holder, right up to the ultimate leather laptop case and a really chic foldover clutch for instant style credentials. - Learn all the skills you'll need to make these projects and be surprised at how little equipment is necessary to create these stunning leather makes. - Impress friends and family with your hand crafted leather accessories-- You'll never be short of ideas for what to make as the perfect gift for everyone in your life!
Sew Magical: Paper Piece Fantastical Creatures, Mermaids, Unicorns, Dragons & More: 16 Blocks & 7 Projects
by Mary HertelCreate a fairy tale world of unicorns, dragons, mermaids, and more with these paper-piecing projects by the author of Cute & Clever Totes.From mystical creatures to a royal princess, a castle, and a brave knight, Mary Hertel’s beloved paper-pieced blocks are simple to sew and easy to love. With sixteen mix-and-match blocks, you’ll unlock the power of imagination in your quilting. Combine the blocks to create seven cute and useful projects ranging from quilts and pillows to a drawstring backpack. With clever patterns and clear instructions, this collection will help paper piecers see that anything is possible.Step-by-step patterns from paper-piecing wizard Mary HertelPiece sixteen blocks of mythic proportions—fairies, a cyclops, a gryphon, and moreShow off the blocks in baby quilts, a wallhanging, or cute pillows for a kids’ bedroom
Sew Many Bags, Sew Little Time: Over 30 Simply Stylish Bags and Accessories
by Sally SouthernSew yourself a sassy collection of bags and accessories to carry you from day to night, and work to playSew stylish . . .Create fashion with function; pretty shoppers, smart satchels, cute cosmetics purses and more, plus must-have coordinating accessoriesSew special . . .Felt, denim, cotton, and even waterproof; fabrics new and old are mixed and embellished for one-of-a-kind creationsSew simple . . .No-fuss sewing techniques, from easy appliquT to simple seams, ensure the bags are quick and easy, leaving you with more time to enjoy them.
Sew Many Dresses, Sew Little Time
by Tanya WhelanWith her "choose-your-own-adventure" approach to sewing, Tanya Whelan offers an invaluable collection of patterns that empowers sewers to become designers. The trick is a set of patterns for 6 skirts and 8 bodices that line up perfectly at the waist, plus an additional 4 sleeve styles and 4 necklines. Tanya gives readers clear instructions and easy-to-follow step-by-step diagrams that allow them to use the enclosed pattern pieces to create up to 219 fitted dresses, including simple strapless designs, sheaths, and halter gowns. The book covers basic dress construction and altering techniques for women of all shapes and sizes.
Sew Organized for the Busy Girl: Tips to Make the Most of Your Time & Space
by Heidi StaplesThe fabric designer and author of Patchwork USA offers tips and fun sewing projects for busy crafters in this illustrated guide. It can be hard to find the time for a creative project when life gets hectic, but it doesn&’t have to be impossible. Sew Organized for the Busy Girl is full of practical tips to help you fit sewing into your busy lifestyle—and put hours back on the clock! A creative mom of three, Heidi Staples will help you organize your sewing space and works-in-progress so they are ready to roll at a moment's notice. With her easy-to-implement advice, you can revive your creative life and make the most of your time. Heidi also shares 23 fun sewing projects, ranging from handcrafted quilts to home decor, children's gifts, and attractive storage cases. With an arsenal of time-savers, you'll finally finish those projects while enjoying a little "you" time at the sewing machine.
Sew Outdoor Living: Brighten Up Your Garden with 22 Colourful Projects (Sew Series)
by Debbie ShoreBring handcrafted style to your garden or patio with this beginner-friendly guide featuring 22 sewing projects. Using easy-to-follow photography and simple instructions Debbie shows you how to create fun and practical accessories for your next garden party, barbecue, or lazy Sunday by the pool. Sew Outdoor Living features decorative projects like outdoor seat cushions, placemats, plant pot covers, and bunting. Debbie also includes practical items such as a BBQ tool roll and picnic caddy. There&’s even a teepee for the kids!
Sew Over It Vintage
by Lisa Comfort**Includes simple and accessible instructions for how to cut your own patterns** Following on from her successful first book, Sew Over It Vintage is a brand new collection of fabulous projects from sewing expert Lisa Comfort. Inspired by Lisa’s love of vintage style and fashion, the stylish projects each have a vintage twist but still retain the modern style, allowing these pieces to work with and complement the rest of your wardrobe and your home. Featuring 25 projects, ranging from jewellery, hats, tops, dresses and bags, to cushions, lampshades, placemats, lanterns and a luxury chair pouffe, there are ideas for those who want to quickly create an accessory on a lazy afternoon as well as suggestions for those that want to invest their time in a large and impressive project. Every project has a clearly labeled skill level as well as step-by-step photography, ensuring the directions couldn’t be any easier to follow. And with instructions on how to draft your very own bodice block, all the clothing can be made to fit your body shape perfectly. There is no better way to inject some classic vintage style into your everyday life.
Sew Over It: Sew it, wear it, love it
by Lisa ComfortAs seen on Kirstie Allsopp's Vintage Home.Nobody wants to look like everyone else and Lisa shows you just how easy it is to stand out from the crowd. In these tough economic times we're all looking for fun ways to make our pennies stretch further and so it's no wonder making-your-own is back in vogue.Expert crafter, Lisa Comfort, in this, her first book, shares the secrets of her sewing passion. Lisa guides you through all the basics of sewing by hand and machine, as well as providing you with the skills you need to follow her simple but stylish projects. Beautifully illustrated with step-by-step photography for over 25 fun and easy-to-follow sewing projects, this book is guaranteed to get both fashionistas and the crafting community talking, and the rest of us taking a trip to John Lewis...* Simple projects to make in a weekend* Customise, adapt and update vintage clothes* Make your own accessories* Easy instructions for one-off pieces to wearNow pick up your needle and thread, and get sewing!
Sew Penguins, Puppies, Porcupines . . . Oh My!: Baby Animals; Quilts, Bibs, Blankies & More!
by Kim SchaeferSew sweet baby-shower gifts featuring baby animals! Be the star of the baby shower! Appliqué adorable baby animals onto gifts that will be snuggled now, and treasured for years to come. Fans flock to Kim Schaefer’s best-selling designs, and 39 new nursery-themed baby animals are sure to roar, tweet, and moo their way into your hearts. Choose your animal adventure, with zoo and farm favorites, underwater creatures, woodland denizens, or animals of the northwest! You can make a darling baby quilt or create an entire layette! Embellish store-bought bibs, burp cloths, onesies, diaper covers, and diaper stackers with these too-cute designs for a personalized gift in no time. Other sweet and simple projects include crib quilts, security blankies, a bench bolster, and two wallhangings. Oh baby! Appliqué bestselling author Kim Schaefer’s nursery animals, from woodland creatures to zoo, farm, northwoods, and underwater friends Sew 39 cheery animal motifs in darling 6-inch blocks for adorable crib quilts, wallhangings, and pillows Personalize readymade onesies, bibs, burp cloths, diaper covers, or diaper stackers for quick and thoughtful gifts
Sew Pretty for Little Girls: Over 20 Simple Sewing Projects in Timeless Floral Prints
by Alice CarolineMake little girls' dreams come true with the prettiest sewing projects ever imagined!Using classic florals, rainbow hues and delicate prints, super-talented designer Alice Caroline shows you how create this stunning collection of over 20 easy sewing patterns to bring joy and color to any little girl's world.Detailed step-by-step colored instructions accompany each of the projects--so why not make your little girl a quilt to snuggle up in, a skirt or dress to twirl and whirl in, sumptuous pillows to play-fight with, a bag or a purse to carry her treasures in, a topsy turvy doll to become best friends with, or just pretty up every part of her bedroom with lampshades, curtains, cushions and much more!Alice uses simple sewing techniques including English paper piecing, easy quilting methods, simple garment making with a selfdrafted pattern and basic bag making.The projects featured in the book are made using world renowned Liberty Art fabrics, these quintessentially English prints offer a distinct look and feel, but of course, you can use any pretty fabrics of your choosing!
Sew Simple: A Beginner’s Guide to Sewing 20 Chic Projects
by Tammy JohalLearn how to sew a collection of 20 stylish garments with this beginner-friendly guide for the modern dressmaker.Tammy Johal of Tammy Handmade covers all the essentials from choosing the right fabric, reading and using patterns to the stitches needed to complete the designs in this book. Featuring 15 unique designs with 5 variations in UK Women's sizes 6–32, Tammy specialises in uncomplicated, simple shapes that you will love to wear throughout the year.The patterns are easy to sew in a couple of hours, allowing beginners to make something they really love. They all have a slip-on style, meaning there won’t be any need for tricky fastenings – making this book beginner-friendly and easy to use.Including digital PDF patterns with clear step-by-step instructions that guide you through sewing each garment easily. Whether you’ve picked up a sewing machine before or are starting from scratch, this book will get you sewing garments you’ll love in no time.Garments include: – Maxi Skirt– Shirred Dress & Top– Camisole Top & Dress– Button-back Top– Halter-neck Dress & Top– Tie-front Top– Cut-out Dress– Stretch Midi Skirt– Button-front Dress
Sew Small—19 Little Bags: Stash Your Coins, Keys, Earbuds, Jewelry & More
by Jennifer HeynenPretty and practical organizers to sew Sew 19 simply embellished projects including a card holder, coin purses, earbud holder, small wallets, pouches and organizers. These cute and useful bags are perfect for holding and organizing all of your little things. Personalize the organizers with adorable embellishments and appliqués and use up your scraps, trims, and other odds and ends in the process! Whip one up in an afternoon or bring your handwork with you—small pieces make these projects fun and easy to work on anywhere. Great to give as gifts or keep for yourself, these tiny bags will bring a smile to anyone’s face. • A place for everything and everything in its place—make bags to hold brushes, chargers, journaling supplies, money, flip-flops, and more! • Tiny scraps find new life as adorable appliqués and embellishments on these quick-to-sew pouches • Make it your own! Sew a clutch to match your outfit or embroider a gift with a special message