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Gardiner, Wendy,author.
Who knew just two fat quarters can be used in so many ways? Conquer that pile of odd fat quarters you've stashed away and make 16 fun and practical items for your home. Start off with an easy-to-follow crash-course on the essential techniques you'll need throughout the projects - from adding a zip and bias binding to creating patchwork. Then, jump straight into your stash and get stitching! From slippers and aprons to bowls and cable-tidy caddies, there's plenty of inspiration to get you decorating your home with your own stunning handiwork. Each project includes inspiring photography, instructive hand-drawn illustrations and heaps of handy hints and tips from sewing enthusiast, Wendy Gardiner. Ideal for sewists of all abilities, this is the ultimate, affordable stash-busting project book that will get you making practical, colourful items for your home.
Includes index.
Introduction -- What is a fat quarter? -- Materials -- Tools -- Techniques -- The projects. Cafetière cosy & coasters -- Reversible placemat -- Four-patch coasters -- Oven glove -- Hanging hoop organizer & flower wrist pincushion -- Flower power pillow -- Coiled fabric bowl -- Top-tech pillows -- Summer slippers -- Craft basket liner with pockets -- Duffle knitting bag -- Cable-tidy roll -- Gardener's apron -- Two-bottle bag -- Dotty notebook cover -- Twisted-tuck pillow.
Who knew just two fat quarters can be used in so many ways? Conquer that pile of odd fat quarters you've stashed away and make 16 fun and practical items for your home. Start off with an easy-to-follow crash-course on the essential techniques you'll need throughout the projects - from adding a zip and bias binding to creating patchwork. Then, jump straight into your stash and get stitching! From slippers and aprons to bowls and cable-tidy caddies, there's plenty of inspiration to get you decorating your home with your own stunning handiwork. Each project includes inspiring photography, instructive hand-drawn illustrations and heaps of handy hints and tips from sewing enthusiast, Wendy Gardiner. Ideal for sewists of all abilities, this is the ultimate, affordable stash-busting project book that will get you making practical, colourful items for your home.
Sewing.
Needlework