Fun with Fabric

Fun with Fabric

Author: Jane Foster

Publisher: Collins & Brown

Published: 2013-10-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781908449900

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Jane Foster is one of the UK’s most exciting up-and-coming designers. An entirely self-taught illustrator and screen printer, her work is strongly influenced by Scandinavian and British design from the 1950s and 60s. Fun with Fabric is Jane’s first book, and in it she presents 15 simple projects, using fabulous fabrics from her own collection. Jane shows you how to sew and stick to create bold, colourful accessories for your home. Whether you are already hoarding stacks of vintage fabric or prefer to buy new reproduction designs, this book is packed with practical and inspirational project ideas. Patchwork cushions, bags and quilts will need some simple sewing skills, while covered notebooks, a noticeboard and pen pots can be achieved with scissors and glue. Jane’s fun and easygoing approach to her work shines through in each of the 15 projects. Here’s to embracing the retro lifestyle!


Fast, Fun & Easy Fabric Bowls

Fast, Fun & Easy Fabric Bowls

Author: Linda Johansen

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781571202390

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Will her boss go down on bended knee? For years GP Ruby Hollister longed to return to Swallowbrook village – she just never anticipated being homeless when she finally did! Which means she has to throw herself at the mercy of broodingly handsome new colleague Dr. Hugo Lawrence and his spare flat... Free of all emotional responsibility for the first time in his life, Hugo's determined to relish his freedom – the last thing he wants is a fragile, beautiful waif living on his doorstep! Only the secret sadness in Ruby's eyes calls to his inner protector, and a bachelor lifestyle no longer seems so appealing...


A Quilting Life

A Quilting Life

Author: Sherri McConnell

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2013-02-12

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 1607056607

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“With its diverse selection of fabrics and designs, A Quilting Life is a fine pick for any quilter looking to produce family-oriented keepsake results.” —The Needlecraft Shelf Bring the handmade tradition home with these charming quilts and home accessories. Inspired by a grandmother who loved to sew for her family, quilter and blogger Sherri McConnell gives traditional patterns like hexagons, stars, snowballs, and Dresden Plates a new look featuring fabrics by some of today’s most popular designers. Nineteen cozy projects include pillows, tote bags, table runners, and larger quilts—quick and easy designs that make great gifts. “Sherri’s book is a treasure! It’s full of fun and straight-forward patterns for quilts, table toppers, pillows, bags and more—all the goodies to make a cozy home.” —Thimbleanna “Would you like the opportunity to make tomorrow’s heirlooms in today’s vast selection of prints? . . . If so, this could be the reference book that will get you started. There are 19 projects, mainly focusing on handmade household items but including some larger quilts too.” —Fabrications Quilting for You “Beautiful inspiration if you are a seasoned quilter, but also a great resource with clear and in some cases, simple patterns for newbies as well.” —Diary of a Quilter “Color photos of finished needlework projects accompany step-by-step diagrams and assembly patterns, while at-a-glance sidebars covering materials and cutting allow needleworkers to gauge the complexity of each project.” —The Needlecraft Shelf


Life Hacks for Kids

Life Hacks for Kids

Author: Sunny Keller

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 211

ISBN-13: 132874213X

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Presents unique craft projects that have been seen on the Life hacks for kids YouTube show, including feather earrings, melted crayon art, a headband holder, and indoor s'mores, and includes questions answered by Sunny.


Fun-to-wear Fabric Flowers

Fun-to-wear Fabric Flowers

Author: Elizabeth Helene Searle

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 9781579907693

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Creating stylish fabric flower accents on bags, belts, hats, jackets, or any item of clothing imaginable is easy with this hip little guide. Projects range from refined to funky, and include a blossom in luxurious burgundy silk; loopy flowers with bias-covered cording and centers made of coiled zippers, and pretty roses and daffodils.


Fabric Memory Books

Fabric Memory Books

Author: Lesley Riley

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2008-08

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9781600594083

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Combine your love of crafting, fabric, and reading to create unique volumes for preserving your memories. The 24 projects feature a variety of binding methods as well as inventive techniques like transferring photos onto textiles.


Quick Quilts

Quick Quilts

Author: Leisure Arts

Publisher: Oxmoor House

Published: 1993-12-01

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780848714277

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Contains quick-quilting methods, instructions on machine quilting, stenciling, and applique techniques. Includes diagrams and patterns for 50 quilts.


Fast, Fun & Easy Fabric Dyeing

Fast, Fun & Easy Fabric Dyeing

Author: Lynn Koolish

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2010-11-05

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 1607053012

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Learn to dye fabric the quick and easy way with twelve can’t-miss techniques for adding custom color to fabric, clothing, linens, and household goods. How can you make quilting or crafting more fun? Add color! Everything you need to know about creating fabulous hand-dyed fabrics is right here—what supplies to get, basic techniques to try, and how to achieve different visual effects. Photo galleries give you lots of ideas for projects to show off the results. Fast! Lynn teaches you the techniques that produce rich results with minimal time and effort. Fun! Learn to create lots of exciting color blends, patterns, and textures. Easy! All you need to get started is this book, a few supplies, a measuring spoon, and some plastic containers.


Sampler Spree

Sampler Spree

Author: Susan Ache

Publisher: Martingale

Published: 2021-03-19

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1683561384

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Indulge your passion for color and fabric with a smorgasbord of blocks to use in a quilt that's a visual feast. The fun begins with more than 100 beautiful quilt blocks that all finish at 6" square, making them perfect for using scraps and for easy mixing and matching. Whether you prefer traditional or modern, you'll find so much to love in the varied assortment of block designs. Susan Ache (you may know her as @yardgrl60 on Instagram) shares 50 expert tips throughout, plus step-by-step instructions for making half-square triangles, flying geese, stitch-and-flip corners, and more. Once your tantalizing blocks are stitched, arranging them in the stunning sampler quilt is sheer pleasure!


Floorquilts!

Floorquilts!

Author: Ellen Highsmith Silver

Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc

Published: 2007-09-01

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 1607053098

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Turn your favorite fabrics and quilt patterns into practical, durable art with twelve no-sew projects including floorcloths, placemats, and more! Easier to make than a conventional quilt or a painted floorcloth, a Floorquilt is the perfect way to turn the fabric you love into a masterpiece you can use. Ellen Highsmith Silver teaches you the simple decoupage techniques you need to transform a piece of canvas into a beautiful, durable floorcloth—plus coasters, placemats, trivets, serving trays, and even dbookmarks! Each project features illustrated easy-to-follow instructions. Ellen guides you every step of the way, from choosing raw fabric to applying a protective finish to the completed Floorquilt. Lots of how-to photographs and inspiring examples