Learn to make cushion covers from second-hand shirts or a simple sundress for lazy summer days with this gorgeous book for beginning sewers and crafters, from the author of Meet Me at Mike's Perfect for anyone who's ever wanted to try making their own clothing and accessories, this adorable crafts book will encourage and inspire even the most amateur of seamstresses to create beautiful pieces they can wear, use, and love. Each project is carefully designed for beginning sewers, with an easy-to-use pattern and a list of all of the materials needed clearly outlined on each page. A range of simple sewing techniques and stitches are also explained, and there are tons of suggestions for variations on patterns that allow the more adventurous seamstress to experiment once they've gotten their head around the basics. Twenty-four beautiful and unique projects are included?from a blanket to roll up and take to the movies, or cute-as-a-button kids' trousers, to a super pretty wrap skirt. All of the patterns are included in a front pocket.
Pip Lincolne Libros
Pip Lincolne es autora de siete libros y escribe para el blog Meet Me At Mike's, con 13 años de trayectoria. Ha estado creando historias y poemas desde sus primeros años, desarrollando una voz narrativa distintiva que resuena en los lectores.
Make hey! while the sun shines
- 154 páginas
- 6 horas de lectura
The crafty Pip Lincolne is back with her third book of sweet and whimsical projects. In Make Hey While the Sun Shines, she shows you 20 gorgeous things to make for the summertime, holiday time, or any time! There are bike seat covers made from vintage fabric, crocheted baubles to decorate your house (or car!), hand-printed gift bags and pretty decals to customise plates or mugs. More adventurous crafters might like to try the deer quilt (in either couch or cot size) or the handy bottle tote to store your drinks when you head out for the day. Making hey isn't just about sewing and craft though - there are also 5 pull-out recipe cards with delicious goodies to take on a picnic or just enjoy at home. All of the projects have step-by-step instructions and illustrations to guide you through, and with comprehensive sections on sewing, crochet and knitting basics, Make Hey While the Sun Shines is perfect for anyone who is interested in handmaking their own beautiful things.