My copy of Sewn Spaces by Joel Dewberry arrived this week and it did not disappoint. I am a fan of Joel Dewberry’s fabrics and modern style and have been eagerly awaiting his book. The book contains 26 projects that are divided into sections of Work, Play and Live. The book is beautifully styled and it contains full sized pattern pieces in the back pocket.
Many of the projects are suited to the beginner/intermediate sewer and there are a few projects to challenge more experienced sewers. Other crafting techniques such as glass etching, fabric printing, and machine embroidery have also been utilised to great effect.
Sarah (13 years) was most taken with the book and thought it was “cute and funky”. Out of all my recent book acquisitions this one has most inspired her to get sewing. Fortunately we have a 2 week school holiday coming up in a few weeks time!
I bought my copy from the Book Depository. (You have to love their free delivery worldwide!)
Joel and Laurie Dewberry have some free patterns on their blog, including one for some stylish placemats made from Modern Meadow – one of my current favourite fabrics. You can find the tutorial here.
Looks like another “must-see” book…love the images you’ve shared with us!
I am just starting to see this book in the States, and loved seeing your review! Looks like some great projects in here. I love Joel’s perspective with his fabrics, and now it’s fun to see that carried through to this book. Thanks for the great preview!
I think I am falling in love with that book. Wow…sounds like the perfect book for us sewers.
Fun times are in the future for you and your daughter.
Have fun…Dogwood
Great review! Thanks a bunch.
oxoxo
Denalee
Thanks so much for charing this! I am just starting my sewing adventures and will be looking to get this book. I especially love the tack board with the pockets!
I think this is a ‘must have’! How fun, that Sarah is so inspired by it!
I went to the Book Depository on your last recommendation and bought (of course) they arrived in five days !!! Excellent service , thanks for telling about them .
I’m crazy about his new Modern Meadow collection. Such a fantastic sense of style.
Looks like a lovely book – I too have a Sarah and a 2 week holiday coming up . . . hmmm
VERY stylish book! Must go see their patterns… Thanks for a great review…. Happy Weekend! Oh, I’m celebrating my blogiversary this weekend with a little gift giveaway–stop by if you can. :o) ((HUGS))
Wow this book looks great! I love the cover with the old sewing machine.
Thanks for this review, Lisa!
(I like very much Book Depository as well)
Eeeekkkk! I’m supposed to be concentrating on work. Is it time for a tea break yet, so I can go look at the Dewberries blog? Good job I’m my own boss! Lots of love, Amanda xxx
Oh No! When you get a new book you can’t do any housework! Hmmmm…that sounds like a great idea. The book looks yummy, might try to get my hands on a copy for myself. Kind regards, Anita.l
Thank you, this book looks fabulous!
Thanks for the great review, I’ve been wondering whether to buy this one. Isn’t book depositry fabulous, I still can’t get over their free shipping! xo
Oh oh, just what I need another craft book! Thanks for the review it does look great. Btw Ive had a bit of a play with your knitting bag pattern, the result (and link back to you) is on my blog.
Cheers
Libby
Mmmm, another book from The Book Depository – I have just been there buying birthday presents for the kids (Morris Gleitzman books). I am looking forward to browsing through this one, I love Joel’s fabrics.
This books suits so well your blog style!
I love The Book Depository! I can purchase all the books I want in English so easily now. It changed my life over here – seriously! Lopve the idea of those lemon macaroons too 🙂
Thank you for the link for the great looking placemats! I will be making some sets this summer. 🙂
JG
Thanks for the book review Lisa! I haven’t heard of this book yet, but I’ll keep an eye out for it when I’m in the bookstore.
This looks like a lovely book, I love all the photography and the wall organiser looks great. It would be good to keep all the school letters and timetable.