Love to Sew: 60 stunning accessories to make for you and your home

by Various

Overview

Packed with 60 gorgeous projects from Searech Press' bestselling Love to Sew series, this bumper book will give you all the inspiration you need to get creative, bust that stash and make wonderful items for your home or for friends and family

Choose from practical items such as coasters, a wall tidy, a door stop and a tablet case, to beautiful, decorative pillows, cosy, warm quilts and practical, stylish bags.

Each project is clearly explained step by step, with supporting photographs and illustrations. The book contains all the templates needed, along with a handy techniques section at the start to make sure you have all the information you need to get going.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781782217923
Publisher:	Search Press
Publication date:	11/03/2020
Pages:	208
Sales rank:	812,785
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

The talented designers who comprise this Search Press Studio project are: Saskia Abel, Debbie von Grabler-Crozier, Cecelia Hanselann, Alistair Macdonald, Christa Rolf, Rachael Rowe, Debbie Shore, and Claudia Schmidt. The popular Love to Sew books from these authors are all bestsellers. These author designers have selected a best of series of projects for this wonderful compilation.

Table of Contents

Introduction 8

Before You Start 10

In your sewing box 12

Basic sewing techniques 14

Embroidery stitches 17

Appliqué 18

Bias binding 20

Quilting techniques 22

Finishing touches 26

The projects 28

Make-up Pouch 30

Fabric Basket 32

Patchwork Coasters 36

Love Hearts Mug Hug 38

Floral Heart 40

Pencil Case 42

Daisy Pincushion 44

Sea Breeze Tote Bag 46

The Perfect Purse 50

Pocket Mug Rug 54

Sakura Box Bag 56

Hoop Art 58

Fabric Caddy 60

Cutlery Roll 62

Allium Tea Cosy 66

Wall Tidy 68

Summer Bag 72

Rainbow Pillow 74

Contrast Coffee Cosy 78

Shopping Bag 82

Apple Kitchen Set 86

Fun and Flirty Bag 90

Nostalgic Charm Mug Rug 92

Flower Tea Cosy 94

Sewing Machine Cover 96

Fabric Purse Keyrings 98

Caravan Toaster Cover 100

Coin Purse 104

Button Heart 106

Peg Bag 108

Scalloped Apron 110

Good Morning Mug Rug 112

Floral Sewing Box 114

Door Stop 118

Patchwork Placemats 120

Diamond Make-up Bag 122

Happy Heart 126

Horse Hanger 128

Geometric Sewing Box 130

Strawberry Make-up Bag 134

Craft Caddy 136

Bread Basket 138

Table Runner 140

Tidy Caddy 142

Bolster Pillow 146

Patchwork Quilt 148

Hot Water Bottle Cover 150

Tape Measure Cover 154

Tablet Case 156

Jewellery Pinboard 158

Egg Cosies 160

Triple Layer Cake 162

Book Cover 164

Vintage Pincushion 166

Stockings Advent Calendar 168

Pumpkin Pincushion 170

Glasses Case 174

Appliqué Trees Stocking 176

Frilly Pillow 178

Baby Play Mat 180

The Templates 182

Index 206

Editorial Reviews

Thirteen previously published Search Press books contributed to the "60 stunning accessories" projects shared here. Some notes before tackling: Sewing machines are mandatory, as is a knowledge of the rudimentary straight and zigzag stitches. Instructions, while ample, are not accompanied with step-by-step photographs. And a number of projects retain a distinctly British flavor: tea cozy, "mug rugs" (place mats for cups), a peg bag (for clothespins). Nonetheless, if reducing the height of the fabric scrap pile is a goal, these will render a significant decrease. Upfront are the how-tos, featuring embroidery stitches and appliqué and quilting techniques. Novices would be well advised to first consult a beginner crafts book in quilting and appliqué, as well as in the use and care of sewing machines. Projects include level of difficulty from one (easiest) to three (most difficult) as well as a color photograph of the finished object. Unfortunately, projects are not separated by category, so it will take some flipping through to find a suitable design. Includes templates (most are actual size). 
Barbara Jacobs Booklist 2020 

Postcard Reviews - October 2020
Love to Sew is a project just packed with fun projects that you will enjoy making.
Filled with gift ideas, things for the home or just to make for yourself, you will never be lost for a good sewing idea or project.
Some projects are very simple to make while others can be a little more challenging. So depending on your sewing expertise there is something for every stitcher.
There are templates included, some will need to be enlarged, each project has full instructions, and each one has a difficulty level.
There are projects for every event so you will not be short for ideas, and each design is wonderfully practical.
The projects will enable you use up your stash of fat quarters and scraps, and will also build your sewing experience and skills.
I love this book..



Midwest Book Review - January 2021

Synopsis: Packed from cover to cover with 60 gorgeous projects from the Search Press Love to Sew series, this specifically designed instructional guide and manual by expert needle crafters will give the aspiring needle crafter all the inspiration they will need to get creative in creating wonderful items for home, friends, and family.
 
The talented designers who comprise this specific Search Press Studio project, Love to Sew are: Saskia Abel, Debbie von Grabler-Crozier, Cecelia Hanselann, Alistair Macdonald, Christa Rolf, Rachael Rowe, Debbie Shore, and Claudia Schmidt. These author designers have selected a best of series of projects for this wonderfully practical and creative compilation.

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