Lynette's Best-Loved Stitcheries

Author: Lynette Anderson
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1683560337
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 242

Book Description
Join renowned Australian designer Lynette Anderson in a magical place where the flowers are always blooming, the bees are always buzzing, and the charms of a country cottage are just a few stitches away! Playful patchwork, applique, and embroidery transform simple projects into fanciful pieces to use, display, and cherish. Zoom in for Lynette's enchanting details: tiny prairie points, mini appliqued hearts, and petite embroidered flowers delight at every turn. Create small quilts, pillows, and pouches, plus a journal cover, pencil case, sewing caddy, and framed delights. Lynette's hand-drawn watercolors round out this dreamy book, chock-full of ways to enjoy every stitch.

Country Cottage Quilting

Author: Lynette Anderson
Publisher: David & Charles
ISBN: 9781446300398
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Learn how to make gorgeous quilting, patchwork, applique and sewing projects with Country Cottage Quilting, from bestselling author and fabric designer Lynette Anderson. Lynette's country cottage garden provides the inspiration for this collection of 15 beautiful projects, from quick-to-stitch applique designs that make ideal gifts to larger wall hangings and bed-sized quilt patterns. The stunning designs combine charming hand embroidery with traditional patchwork and quilting techniques. Beautiful fabrics, warm colours and a homely feel are enhanced by a book design that captures Lynette's heart-warming, quirky style. Inside Country Cottage Quilting: Patchwork and Applique Projects ? 15 projects for you to make at home, from quilts and cushions to wall hangings, scissor keepers and sewing cases. Techniques ? all the sewing, patchwork and applique techniques you need to know to make the projects. In this book you will learn about sewing seams, pressing work, needle-turn applique, English paper piecing, how to make yo yos, how to quilt, and more, and you will also find a comprehensive guide to all of the embroidery stitches that Lynette uses.

Nautical Quilts

Author: Lynette Anderson
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446377199
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 273

Book Description
A sew-worthy collection of beautiful quilted and stitched projects by the renowned designer and bestselling author of It’s Quilting Cats and Dogs. Lynette brings her distinctive style of patchwork mixed with exquisite hand embroidery and applique to the theme of nautical quilts. This subject was inspired by her own family history and her grandfather’s career in the navy, giving it a very personal flavor. This collection of crafts celebrating the sea includes large and small quilted projects so there is something for everyone. Choose from full-sized quilts, wall hangings, a needlework roll, pillows, and bags, all illustrated with step-by-step artworks and instructions.

Autumn Bouquet

Author: Sharon Keightley
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1683560434
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 83

Book Description
This collection of dreamy quilts bursts with fabrics from the scrap basket! Classic patchwork provides a backdrop for pretty flowers and twining vines, all made easy with machine applique. Learn two ways to prepare appliques, plus tips and tricks for setting up your machine for applique. Dozens of close-up photos and tips reveal secrets for mingling antique-style fabrics ranging from blushing pinks and soft purples to rich golds, reds, and browns. From small wall quilts to lap-sized designs, this bouquet of quilts is simple to sew--yet so extraordinary, the quilts you make will be handed down from generation to generation.

Modern Fabric Art Bowls

Author: Kirsten Fisher
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1644030306
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 83

Book Description
Transform fabric into exquisite art bowls Delve into the world of quilts, fabrics, and bowl making! Take quilt blocks and bring them into the three dimensional space as tasteful, modern bowls. Kirsten Fisher shares her unique artistic vision and instructions on how you can take any piece of fabric and reinvent it using the design of your choice. Perfect to forever display a favorite fabric or quilt block, or provide a thoughtful gift to loved ones. Learn step-by-step how to use fabric or quilt blocks to create modern, functional art bowls Show off your stitching artistry with endless decorative opportunities Great way to make use of scrap fabric, they also make great gifts!

Stitches from the Harvest

Author: Kathy Schmitz
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604689137
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 233

Book Description
Fifteen all-new embroidery projects await your needle and thread, each inspired by the warm colors and welcoming textures of autumn. Stitch jaunty squirrels, whimsical birds, and a bevy of fall fruit and leaves to bedeck elegant little projects, including a pillow, tote bag, table runner, needle book, pincushion, and more. Clear instructions, helpful tips, and beautiful original artwork make Stitches from the Harvest a source of inspiration you'll turn to again and again.

Retro Stitchery

Author: Beverly McCullough
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1683561376
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 67

Book Description
Spend an evening stitching any of the designs in this book and you'll instantly remember what you've always loved about embroidery: it's fun, you can see the design quickly take shape right before your eyes, and in the end you have a delightful piece to brighten your home or office. From beautiful florals to inspirational sayings to whimsical tacos (yes, tacos!), you'll find more than a dozen designs to make you smile. Beverly McCullough of Flamingo Toes provides easy embroidery and finishing instructions so you can display pieces in hoops, on pillows or zip bags, and even on cork and clothing. Beverly's inspiring designs and ideas will make it a pleasure to take each stitch.

Blooms and Blossoms

Author: Meg Hawkey
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1683561015
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 83

Book Description
Designer Meg Hawkey of Crabapple Hill Studio is known for her beautiful, often whimsical, stitchery designs. In her first-ever book, you'll learn how to re-create Meg's signature shaded embroidery motifs using colored-pencil tinting. Whether you're in the mood for something small, such as stitched jewelry or a snap-closure bag, or if a framed embroidery piece is what you're after, you'll find those--plus a lap quilt, quilted pillow, sewing notions, and more. Plenty of how-to photos and stunning project photos will have your fingers itching to stitch!

The Big Book of Hand-Embroidery Projects

Author: That Patchwork Place
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1683561554
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 227

Book Description
Sit back and unwind as you surround yourself in the art (and fun!) of hand embroidery. You'll find 52 projects including tiny treasures, tea towels, small quilts and runners, bags and pouches, and even note cards--all designed to give your hands something beautiful to stitch while you kick back and relax. Gather your favorite threads and flosses, scissors or snips, and a thimble, and prepare to embroider the evening away. Whether it's been a while or you've never embroidered before, you'll find all you need in this hefty volume packed with pretty projects from your favorite designers like Gail Pan, Robin Kingsley, Kathy Schmitz, Anni Downs, Lynette Anderson, and more. Also you'll have all the information on tools, techniques, and stitches at your fingertips to set you up for success to make any of the featured designs. Put on the kettle, brew a cup of your favorite coffee or tea, and immerse yourself in hand embroidery with this treat for your stitching soul.

Quilted Gnomes for Your Home

Author: , Annie's
Publisher: Annie's Wholesale
ISBN: 1640254722
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description
Bring some good luck along with a little bit of whimsy to your home or that of a loved one with these fun projects featuring gnomes. Find playful designs for all rooms of the house including projects for the kitchen, sewing room, holidays, or a special gift.