Description
Book Synopsis'After seeing mediocre needlework books and knits and whatnot aimed at children come and go over the years, I'm really happy to see this particular book. It's a terrific information, reference, instructional, and project book. I like it a lot! I like it so much I've purchased copies of it to use for summer birthdays and bundled it basic supplies.' Mary Corbet, Needlenthread.com
Transform your plain stuff into awesome stuff with just a bit of fabric and thread! Glam up boring bookmarks, tote bags, and even your jeans! Bored during a road trip or on a rainy day? Grab your favorite colour thread and get stitching!
Learn and choose from different stitches to make each project exactly what you want. Make presents that your friends and family will love. Put your own stamp on pillows and picture frames. Stitch up some cuteness!
There are 23 great gifts to give to your friends and family for their birthdays and holidays and the 15 easy projects and 17 stitches show you how to personalise all your stuff. Unplug from tech devices and make something handmade!
Trade ReviewThis is an exciting, how-to book to get kids interested in embroidery, from embellishing clothing to making pictures and getting creative. Kristin shows how to transform boring stuff into awesome stuff with just a needle and thread. The great thing about embroidery, she says, is that you can work on it almost anywhere, so its perfect for road trips and rainy days. There are clear instructions so kids can produce a variety of simple stitches and customer each project making them look exactly they want them too.
* Love to Make *
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Contents [Chapter Title] Introduction Embroidery Tools Fabric Thread and Yarn Needles Gridded Stitches Needlepoint Cross-Stitch Whipstitch Projects: Striped Coasters Stitch-It Photo Frame Cross-Stitch Dish Towels Basic Freeform Embroidery Running Stitch Seed Stitch Backstitch Stem Stitch Satin Stitch Straight Stitch Projects: Needlebook Sew Pincushion Backpack Tags Love Heart Pillow Owl Stuffie Looped Stitches Blanket Stitch Chain Stitch Lazy Daisy Feather Stitch Projects: Bookmarks Dots Hoop Art Embroidered Blue Jeans Phone or MP3 Carrying Case Embellished Fabric Picture Fancy Stitches French Knots Bullion Knot Spider Web Stitch Woven Bar Projects: Tess's Notecard Embellished Carry Tote Patch Collection How to Make It Yours Stitch Guide Motifs Personalizing Clothing Templates Sources for Supplies Glossary
