Simple Stitches: Sewing: 25 Projects for the New Stitcher

by Cheryl Owen

Simple the needlearts series for the modern beginner! New sewers can be stitching in no time, building their skills to create any of 25 fabulous projects. With the help of informative how-to-photography, novices can learn the basic techniques, from using templates to adding binding and piping. Projects include simple home décor items (such as cushions and a cheery buttoned blind) to thoughtful gifts (like a potpourri sachet and a journal cover). CHERYL OWEN is an author and experienced crafter, dressmaker, fashion designer, and embroiderer. She lives in the UK.

Genres: Crafts, Nonfiction, Sewing

128 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2011

Reviews

[Kelley · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is for a beginner that wants cute ideas. I like some of the projects.

[Hag of the Dribble · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not a bad book but aside from a pillow cover (which I already know how to sew and is a project you can find in almost every sewing book) there wasn't anything I would actually sew. The projects weren't inspiring and I found the instructions glossed over some aspects of the process assuming the reader knew some of the steps already. I don't think I'll make anything in this book and that is why I'm giving it two stars. Others may find it helpful and inspirational, it just depends on your sewing level and taste.

[Linda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice layout and photos with step-by-step instructions. Unfortunately, I just don't like many of the projects. I can't see myself ever using most of them. The ripple tablerunner and linen sachet are the only patterns I'd consider actually sewing.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Projects:
buttoned blind and scalloped lampshade

[Jocelynne Broderick · Rating 2 out of 5]

Same stuff again. This really is for the beginner, lots of step-by-step photos.

[Mckinley · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing really new. Nice lay out.