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Amy Butler's In Stitches: More Than 25 Simple and Stylish Sewing Projects

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Manufacturer: Chronicle Books

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Celebrated designer Amy Butler brings her fresh, modern style to the timeless craft of sewing. In this lavishly illustrated collection of patterns, she presents more than 25 charming projects ranging from cushy floor cushions to smart aprons to stylish handbags. Our innovative packaging makes for easy use pattern sheets are neatly tucked into a folder on the inside cover of this full-color, lay-flat spiralbound book. Lush photographs inspire, while how-to illustrations and straightforward text (minus the confusing sewing lingo) make it a cinch to achieve beautifully finished projects. In addition, Amy offers thoughtful tips on finding and treating new or vintage fabrics, an easy-to-navigate techniques section, and a glossary and resource guide at back. Whether it's chic placemats and napkins for the kitchen, a luxurious kimono-style robe for the bath, or handy organizer baskets for the home office Amy Butler's In Stitches makes it easy to create beautiful accessories for every room and every mood.


PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS:

Binding: Spiral-bound
Dewey Decimal Number: 646.21
EAN: 9780811851596
ISBN: 0811851591
Label: Chronicle Books
Manufacturer: Chronicle Books
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 176
Publication Date: 2006-08-03
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Studio: Chronicle Books


SIMILAR ITEMS:

• Lotta Jansdotter's Simple Sewing: Patterns and How-To for 24 Fresh and Easy Projects
• Bend-the-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew
• Sew What! Skirts: 16 Simple Styles You Can Make with Fabulous Fabrics
• Amy Butler's Midwest Modern: A Fresh Design Spirit for the Modern Lifestyle
• Last-Minute Patchwork + Quilted Gifts


CUSTOMER REVIEWS:

Excellent book! -
I love the projects in this book, and appreciate that there is a variety of things to make from pillows, to office items, to cat tunnels, to aprons. The patterns are simple and the instructions are clear and easy to follow, with diagrams and pattern pieces included. This is an asset to any sewer's library.

From the perspective of a beginning stitcher -
As a preface, I just started sewing. In fact, I don't even have a machine yet (waiting for Christmas), BUT I have sewed a skirt (different pattern), so I can follow a pattern. With that being said, here is my review:

Pros:
1. Great variety of patterns (from beginner to intermediate)
2. Comes with the patterns along with the book (very helpful compared to some "sewing books" with no patterns!)
3. The styles are cute and its something that me (a 25 year old) could wear/put around my house without being embarrassed
4. The material called for is reasonable (cottons, quilted cottons), easey to find and pretty reasonably priced

Cons:
1. The long explanations can get confusing
2. It would be nice if the author could rate the projects on difficulty
3. Some projects are a little too hard...for a beginner (who cannot make modifications.

Overall a great book for those who want to get their hand dirty in sewing!

Amy Butler consistently puts out great products. -
I've used Amy Butler patterns and fabrics quite a few times. Usually her patterns sell for $15 each, so this book of 25 projects is a great deal. The projects range from very beginning (pillows, laundry bag) to intermediate (patchwork throw, handbag). The projects would be great for someone wanting to try using vintage fabrics, and she does have a little resource list in the back of the book on where one can buy vintage fabrics.

So far...So good -
Amy Butler's In Stitches is a wonderful book for a beginner (like myself). There are various patterns and projects to inspire with detailed instructions and illustrations. Would recommend to anybody just starting out or with a little bit of sewing experience. Try out her patterns before buying at her website with her free patterns. This way you get a clear idea of what you'll be purchasing. Overall the book is very satisfying.

A bit disappointed -
This book has some nice enough projects, and I like the patterns tucked away in the envelope. However, the photos aren't always of a good view or at a good angle, and many of them seem distracting because there is so much going on. Also, some of the projects pictured are not even a part of the book. The directions are often complicated, and I think some of the projects are more complicated than they need to be. I'm undecided as to whether or not I'll make anything from this book.

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