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Country Cottage Quilting Learn how to make gorgeous quilting, patchwork, applique and sewing projects with Country Cottage Quilting, from bestselling author and fabric designer Lynette Anderson. Lynette's country cottage garden provides the inspiration for this collection of 15 beautiful projects, from quick-to-stitch applique designs that make ideal gifts to larger wall hangings and bed-sized quilt patterns. The stunning designs combine charming hand embroidery with traditional patchwork and quilting techniques. Beautiful fabrics, warm colours and a homely feel are enhanced by a book design that captures Lynette's heart-warming, quirky style. Inside Country Cottage Quilting: Patchwork and Applique Projects - 15 projects for you to make at home, from quilts and cushions to wall hangings, scissor keepers and sewing cases. Techniques - all the sewing, patchwork and applique techniques you need to know to make the projects. In this chapter you will learn about sewing seams, pressing work, needle-turn applique, English paper piecing, how to make yo yos, how to quilt, and more, and you will also find a comprehensive guide to all of the embroidery stitches that Lynette uses.

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A brand new collection of beautiful quilted and stitched projects by internationally-renowned designer, Lynette Anderson. Lynette brings her distinctive style of patchwork mixed with exquisite hand embroidery and applique to the theme of nautical quilts-a subject that was inspired by her own family history and her grandfather's career in the navy. This collection of projects celebrating the sea includes large and small quilted projects so there is something for everyone. Choose from full-sized quilts, wall hangings, a needlework roll, pillows, bags and wall hangings, all illustrated with step-by-step artworks and instructions.

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This is a collection of beautiful Christmas designs from top designer Lynette Anderson. The simple patchwork techniques Lynette uses are a great backdrop for the festive applique and stitchery designs. It features a wide range of ideas, a useful mixture of gifts and keepsakes for you to create, from quick-to-stitch gifts, including a Christmas Friends pillow, Santa's Sweet Stockings and Santa Tea Towel to beautiful decorations, including Star Tree Decorations, festive placemats and napkins, and a stunning wall hanging quilt. Beautiful fabrics, festive colours and cute designs are enhanced by a book design that captures Lynette's heart-warming, quirky style. Lynette includes the basic techniques you will need to make and finish off the projects in this book, from transferring designs to binding a finished quilt. Beginners should find it very useful! With a festive mix of patchwork, applique and stitchery the delightful projects in this book will help you create a Christmas to remember, with keepsakes you will want to bring out year after year. Transform your home with these beautiful Christmas craft projects to stitch and sew. Lynette Anderson's quirky designs and distinctive palette are the perfect combination for this gorgeous collection of Christmas sewing ideas.

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