Easy stitches, colorful felt, and unique craft ideas come together in a book that kids will embrace again and again. Step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams, and eye-catching photographs show readers how to create more than 60 colorful projects. Spiral bound.
Hand-sewing soft dolls has never been easier with these adorable patterns from the Gingermelon Dolls designer. The eagerly anticipated first book by popular toy designer Shelly Down, My Felt Doll shows sewers of all abilities how to make adorable soft dolls—and more than forty accompanying accessories—using the most basic of materials and skills. With just felt sheets and a handful of simple notions, you will learn how to sew the simple yet delightful doll pattern and then discover eleven imaginative variations on the design—from a mermaid to a witch, from a princess to a superhero, and from a ballerina to a bride—guaranteed to delight little girls everywhere. With no hems to sew and all the stitching done by hand, My Felt Doll makes a great entry point to sewing dolls for beginners and even children. Full-size templates make life easy—trace straight from the page with no need to enlarge. “Totally lovely . . . The instructions are clear and Shelly’s hand-drawn illustrations for each step are a perfect accompaniment . . . This is one of those instances in which buying a book is really worthwhile.” —While She Naps “Great for absolute beginners with no sewing experience . . . Also, a great addition to an experienced plushie maker . . . as the details and color palette will surely inspire you in your next customization.” —Noisybeak “The cutest book . . . Since the dolls are entirely handsewn out of wool felt, they take a little extra time, but the end results were so cute!” —Clover & Violet
Toys, bags, bookmarks—quick and delightfully quirky projects for sewing enthusiasts young and old. With no more than felt and thread, Kata Golda creates toys and practical items for the home that are undeniably charming, stylish, and sweetly imperfect. Her whimsical creations have been selling at high-end boutiques for several years, and now, in Kata Golda’s Hand-Stitched Felt, she shows crafters of all skill levels how to make 25 of her favorites. Ranging from children’s finger puppets and a tooth-fairy pillow to photo “brag” books, messenger bags, and curtains and blankets, most of these projects can be completed in an hour or less. They are made from basic shapes of wool felt sewn together and customized with unique details, all using simple, large stitches. Step-by-step instructions and templates, along with adorable photos and hand-drawn illustrations, make each project simple to replicate. Playful tutorials, such as how to personalize projects with a variety of facial expressions, add to the charm of this delightful book.
Embrace and enjoy sewing by hand Make sewing by hand your next creative accomplishment! Embrace the chance to unwind and enjoy the process of creating hand made quilt blocks with Becky Goldsmith’s step-by-step instructions. Start at the beginning and learn how to appliqué, quilt, and paper piece by hand, and appreciate the unique dedication of a hand-sewn project, guaranteeing your patchwork project to be one of your most special and personal quilts to date. Gain insight into all the best threads, needles, thimbles, marking tools, seam allowances, knots, and more to get you started. Fall in love with these time-honored techniques and make something that will last a lifetime! Perfectly portable! Working by hand means you can take this project wherever you go Comprehensive introductory chapters on choosing fabric, cutting, supplies, and more to get you started Includes step-by-step instructions on how to create beautiful blocks using hand appliqué with cotton and wool, hand piecing and quilting, and English paper piecing
30 easy-to-make, stylish decorations all made from felt. The book includes templates, a comprehensive techniques section, guide to embroidery stitches and beautiful hand-drawn illustrations to accompany every project. The projects include mug hugs, hanging decorations, seasonal decorations, pillows, ornaments, wall-organisers, brooches, children's toys and more.
"Here are 17 new designs from Helen Philipps exploring her love of fabrics, patchwork, and colour. There is a selection of inspiring projects including quilts, pillows, a spring wreath, little deer toy, handstitched pincushions and other sewing notions, pretty fabric bags, coasters, charms and decorations. Helen's style is fresh and modern and her work includes extra details and embellishments to inspire your own creativity." --Page [4] of cover.
"This enchanting book contains step-by-step instructions and diagrams for a delightful collection of animals and dolls made from 100% wool hand dyed felt, complete accessories. You will find a Hedgehog and his Sleigh; a Snail who lives in a mailbox; a Girl and her Bear; A Boy, his Lighthouse and Penguin; a Fox who is all set ready for his next adventure; and many more. These designs are suitable for most toy makers, each brought to life on the page by one of Simone Gooding's wonderfully whimsical illustrations."--
Super-Cute Felt Animals shows you how to create creatures from the land, sea, and air. Laura Howard brings you another collection of super-cute felt creations, concentrating on the animal world. Following on from the success of Super-Cute Felt, she has drawn together a whole host of new ideas for fun creations, including fish, birds, and animals, from the woodland to the sea, the farmyard and your home. Woodland creatures include a crafty fox and her cute cubs, a sweet hedgehog, and extras such as a toadstool and acorns to complete the woodland scene. Go on a felt safari to see lions with golden manes, zebras, and hippos that you can recreate in colorful fabric. From under the sea, there are whales, seahorses, and jellyfish, along with a set of fish and their fry, with sequins for scales. On the farm, cows, pigs, and ducks are joined by a chicken and chicks, while in the garden, there’s everything from insects to frogs and birds to be made. Pets are included—from rabbits to guinea pigs, plus a dog and puppies. There are projects for all skill levels, and each design has clear, illustrated step-by-step instructions. If you need to learn a stitch, there’s a helpful techniques section, and there are lots of tips and tricks to make your animal creations really look special. With Super-Cute Felt Animals, you’ll soon be able to make a wonderful menagerie, to keep for yourself, or to give as gifts to your friends.