If you're thinking of turning your sewing hobby into a business, pick up this 184-page book first. While not specific to sewing, Creative, Inc. discusses in detail the running of a successful … [Read more...] about Turn your sewing hobby in to a business
Sewing and Crafting Book Reviews
Restyle Hand-Me-Downs and Thrift Store Clothing
Who doesn't remember having to wear clothing from an older sibling or a family friend in an effort to save on the clothes budget? Hand-me-ups, by Lorine Mason, adds a new twist to hand-me-down … [Read more...] about Restyle Hand-Me-Downs and Thrift Store Clothing
Vintage Notions – A Look at Sewing From Years Past
Take a look back in time with Amy Barickman's Vintage Notions book. Based on the wisdom of Mary Brooks Picken, a pioneer in domestic arts and international dressmaking authority, this book offers … [Read more...] about Vintage Notions – A Look at Sewing From Years Past
It’s a Wrap II – Sew and Create Unique Products
If you loved this author's first It's a Wrap book, It's a Wrap II will tempt you to go running to the hardware store yet again. Using ordinary cotton clothesline covered with fabric, designer Susan … [Read more...] about It’s a Wrap II – Sew and Create Unique Products
Creating Small Palm-Sized Stuffed Toys and Dolls
Some books are simply just fun to own and Palm-Size Softies is one of them. There are patterns included for 44 stuffed pets and dolls that really do fit in the palm of your hand (or your favorite … [Read more...] about Creating Small Palm-Sized Stuffed Toys and Dolls
Pretty Little Mini Quilts – Quilting Projects Under 36″ Square
If you're new to quilting, or you simply like to finish projects in a limited time frame, Lark Books' Pretty Little Mini Quilts is sure to please. It's filled with 31 clever projects contributed by 25 … [Read more...] about Pretty Little Mini Quilts – Quilting Projects Under 36″ Square
High-Style Sewing – use household items to create artistic handbags
"Upcycling" is a popular word these days, and this book takes this movement seriously! Refashioned Bags, by Faith & Justina Blakeney, offers some unusual beginnings for handbags and totes. What do … [Read more...] about High-Style Sewing – use household items to create artistic handbags
Sewing Gifts
'Tis the season for thinking about stitching up a few holiday gifts for friends. If you've always made the same thing for all your friends, perhaps only in different colors, this year you can change … [Read more...] about Sewing Gifts
All Dolled Up – Sew Coordinating Outfits for Your Little Girl and Her Doll
Nothing's quite as cute as a little girl dressed up in an outfit to match her dolly, and author Joan Hinds offers up 20 different coordinating outfits in All Dolled Up. Whether you're looking … [Read more...] about All Dolled Up – Sew Coordinating Outfits for Your Little Girl and Her Doll
Charitable Sewing: Quilts for Kids and Quilting for Baby too!
If you've not sewn for a charitable cause before, it can be quite rewarding. Recently I became involved with my local chapter of Quilts for Kids, a national non-profit group that delivers colorful … [Read more...] about Charitable Sewing: Quilts for Kids and Quilting for Baby too!
35 Sewing Projects Using Fabric Scraps
Like most sewers, you probably have a lot of scraps sitting around for "someday" when you think you might need them. If you're diligent, scraps can get used regularly for quilts, covered buttons, … [Read more...] about 35 Sewing Projects Using Fabric Scraps
Simply Irresistable Bags – Sew, Knit, and Crochet Your Own Tote Bags
If you're like me, you can never have enough tote bags. Whether you leave them in the car to take with you to the grocery store, or you have one to match every outfit (and then some!), bags are … [Read more...] about Simply Irresistable Bags – Sew, Knit, and Crochet Your Own Tote Bags