Simply Stitched Gifts: 21 Fun Projects Using Free-Motion Stitching

by Cynthia Shaffer

Overview

Rev up the sewing machine, because these 21 fresh and modern projects make perfect personalized gifts. Ranging from wall art to tote bags to baby accessories, they feature free-motion stitching, as well as a variety of mixed-media techniques—including painting, layering, and journaling. An ample introduction to the basics encourages creative exploration with fabric.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781454709046
Publisher:	Lark Crafts
Publication date:	10/27/2015
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Cynthia Shaffer is a quilter and creative sewer whose work has appeared in numerous mixed-media, quilting, and paper craft books and magazines.  She has contributed many projects to successful books for Sterling, including Stash Happy: Appliqué and Stash Happy: Patchwork as part of the Stash Happy series, as well as Serge It! She lives in Orange, CA.

Editorial Reviews

Free-motion stitching is, essentially, drawing with thread, and the designs can be simple or complex. Shaffer explores the decorative possibilities of both styles in this friendly, accessible guide. VERDICT: Free-motion stitching has applications for garment and home decor sewing as well as quilting, and Shaffer's unintimidating style will encourage experimentation.” —Library Journal

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