Sew Charming

Simple, contemporary sewing projects that require little skill, ranging from children's toys to napery, cushions, decorations, bedlinen, bags and simple items of clothing such as shorts and aprons. Presents projects in room-by-room themes.

Cut 5" squares from your favorite fabrics or use charm packs and stitch a quilt today--it's that easy! Each scrumptiously scrappy quilt pattern is shown in two versions: one made with precut charm squares, and another created with scraps of fabric cut into 5" squares. Take your pick of 18 irresistible small and wall quilts in a variety of styles, from traditional to more modern See scrappy quilts in a new light, whether you prefer working with precuts or cutting your own fabric--try it both ways! You'll feel a sense of accomplishment when you quickly finish quilt after beautiful quilt; experimenting is easy and encouraged

Learn quilting basics from a YouTube sensation and practice your skills with 12 fun projects suitable for all skill levels. Her instructional videos have inspired thousands to start sewing. Now for the first time, sew-lebrity Laura Coia shares written patterns for the most loved video tutorials on her “Sew Very Easy” YouTube channel! Learn the basics of quilt making, from cutting and pressing to borders and finishing. Then practice your skills with a dozen beautiful projects—quilts you’ll come back to time and time again—all suitable for beginners and beyond.

Stitch it pretty! 16 projects for your family, friends, and home Fill your home with small works of art that embody the simple life. Start with 16 useful handmade gifts in the popular Zakka design style, then add adorable motifs pulled from everyday life. 35 charming designs are printed on iron-on transfer paper–have fun sketching them with bits of fabric and free-motion stitching. Customize a variety of bags, a fabric basket, a makeup roll, coasters, and more. You can even use images pulled from a photograph, a rubber stamp, or a child’s drawing! - 16 charming projects for your home using free-motion quilting and raw-edge appliqué - Choose from 35 adorable sketches, printed on iron-on transfer paper, for handmade gifts you’ll love to sew and share - Branch out and try sewing your own doodles (or your kid’s!), a stamped image, or a traced photo

"Over 35 charming projects, each with step-by-step instructions and easy to use templates"--Amazon.

Indulge your love of stylish handcrafted bags with this crafting guide featuring twelve easy-to-make sewing patterns for totes, handbags, and more! You can never have too many bags and this collection from Melly McNeice is the perfect inspiration to make a few more! SewCutetoCarryis packed with bag designs for all occasions—including totes, clutch bags and handbags, as well as more practical items like the ‘sleepover’ bag, back pack and ubiquitous nappy changing bag. All the patterns have step-by-step diagrams for easy piecing. There’s also a general techniques section explaining the tools and equipment you’ll need to get started.

Best-selling author Mary Hertel brings readers sixteen more of her adorable, easy-to-make paper-piecing blocks, along with six new projects! Whether you’re an experienced paper piecer or a beginner, Mary provides simple instructions that will have you paper piecing in no time. Mix and match the blocks with each other or with any of Mary’s previous books to create fun home decor projects, including a quilt, table topper, table runner, bench pillow, throw pillow, and pillowcase.