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{Book Reviews} Tilda’s Seaside Ideas and Fairy Tale Wonderland

July 3, 2013 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 6 Comments

We love the gorgeous sewing and papercraft projects designed by Tilda’s Tone Finnanger.  We were delighted when two of her newest titles arrived in our post office box recently.
Tilda’s Seaside Ideas by Tone Finnanger, is a sweet collection of sewing, papercraft, crochet and knitting projects, that are inspired by life by the ocean. Whales, sailboats, jellyfish, Fisher Girl, scarf, and ice lolly’s are just some of the beautiful projects.
Like all of Tilda’s books, everything is beautifully photographed and styled. It is such an inspiring book to look through. Everything is made with Tilda brand fabrics, papers, and materials. 

The book includes full sized templates,clear instructions and illustrations to guide you through the process.

Book Details:
Format:     Paperback, 48 pages
Publisher:  David & Charles
ISBN:       9781446303788
RRP:         $14.99
Tilda’s Seaside Ideas is available from Can Do Books and Booktopia. 
Tilda’s Fairy Tale Wonderland by Tone Finnanger  is a gorgeous collection of projects that can be used as gifts, decorations, toys, and home accessories. The projects are all inspired by classic fairy tales such as The Princess and The Pea; Swan Lake; The Nutcracker; and Pinocchio. 

Like all Tilda books, there are a variety of projects that can inspire all skill levels. There are a number of quick, easy projects suitable for the beginner sewer/crafter, through to more complex projects such as soft toys and dolls.

It is a charming collection of designs and a delight to read. Full sized pattern templates are included at the end of the book. The hard part is deciding on which project to make first!

 Book Details:
 Format:     Paperback, 160 pages
Publisher:   David & Charles
ISBN:        9781446303313
RRP:          $29.99
Fairy Tale Wonderland is available from Booktopia. 


Disclaimer: Please note we are not paid to write book reviews but we do receive a review copy of the book from distributors/publishers.

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  1. Amy @ chick chick sewing says

    July 3, 2013 at 10:26 am

    Awww! I love that polka dot pot! I’ve noticed that Tilda’s fabric line has been a real big hit in Japan nowadays, and I’ve been wanting to put my hands on her lovely fabrics and the book! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  2. Ladyfée says

    July 3, 2013 at 12:21 pm

    coucou les filles ! cela faisait très longtemps ! je refais surface après un SAL organisé sur mon blog, j’ai changé de plate-forme et suis sur blogger maintenant ! j’adore TILDA, j’ai le premier livre “VINTEREVENTYR” avec la petite princesse…., le deuxième j’aimerais bien l’avoir, j’ai déjà vu une version avec les baleines chez CASACENINA…
    et je voulais vous dire que je n’ai pas pu commander les tissus que j’avais gagné ! j’ai perdu les coordonnées et je ne sais pas si je peux encore commander ! voilà ! bonne soirée, à très bientôt ! amitiés de la fée

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  3. Heather says

    July 3, 2013 at 12:38 pm

    Thanks for the reviews, makes my want both!

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  4. Patchwork and Play says

    July 3, 2013 at 3:06 pm

    Love the icy pole pincushion ! (Can you tell I’m an Aussie!?)

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  5. SIMPLESEW says

    July 3, 2013 at 3:33 pm

    beautiful

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  6. Rebecca says

    July 31, 2013 at 2:25 pm

    Thank you for doing these reviews! I love the Tone Finnangar books and hadn’t realized these two had come out. I was quick to place my order. I’m not a very experienced sewer but I find her patterns to be easy to follow and the books are a feast for the eyes. Cheers

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