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Sew Liberated

September 2, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 27 Comments

I borrowed a copy of Sew Liberated by Meg McElwee at my local library. I have been on the waiting list for the book for a couple of months and was pleased to finally have a chance to look through it. I am a big fan of appliqué and the book has 20 projects to incorporate elements of appliqué into projects for house and home; projects for babies and children; and projects for spoiling yourself.

The book includes full sized pattern pieces in a handy envelope inside the back cover. The projects are modern, fresh, and contemporary and would appeal to the new generation of sewers. Projects are suited for the beginner through to the more experienced sewer.

Some of my favourite projects are:

All in all, I would recommend Sew Liberated. It has lots of useful and inspiring projects that can be easily customised with a few simple appliqué techniques.

I hope to do another library run tomorrow – there are a few other sewing books waiting for collection. Reading about crafty things is about all I have managed to do this week on the crafting front. I am hoping to tackle a few projects next week when my work commitments settle down.

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  1. Sandrine says

    September 2, 2010 at 2:07 am

    OH thanks for sharing this little review, I have been looking at this book for a while now…Good idea I might try the library! :)Merci x

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  2. suzitee says

    September 2, 2010 at 2:10 am

    This looks like another great book to keep an eye out for 🙂 Hope you find time to craft again soon…it’s a battle sometimes, isn’t it?

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  3. notyet100 says

    September 2, 2010 at 2:39 am

    nice book feel likereading,..:-)

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  4. Tracy says

    September 2, 2010 at 3:39 am

    Wonderful-looking projects… I really like those bags and the pillow cover! Will add this one to my list. Thanks, Lisa :o) ((HUGS))

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  5. Lillabilly says

    September 2, 2010 at 3:56 am

    I really love that first bag – sewing some new bags for myself is big on my “to-do list”. I would really love some new ones and all the ones from the bag shops leave me a bit cold.

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  6. Stephanie says

    September 2, 2010 at 4:51 am

    Thanks for the review. I especially love the tree pillows. Wishing you find time to sew soon!

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  7. Terriaw says

    September 2, 2010 at 5:42 am

    Great review of this book! Looks like several fun projects to get lost in. I’ve always loved that skirt on the cover. Thanks for the sneak peak inside.

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  8. Melanie Gray Augustin says

    September 2, 2010 at 5:59 am

    It’s great to see inside this book, it’s been on my wish list for a while. I think I’ll have to check out if my library has it too!

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  9. Thimbleanna says

    September 2, 2010 at 6:03 am

    Thanks for the reminder Lisa — I always forget about the library! Looks like there are some really fun projects in Sew Liberated too.

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  10. Cláudia Murakami says

    September 2, 2010 at 6:59 am

    Oh, Lisa, the magazine looks great!! Wish I could get one!! I do enjoy appliqué techniques!!

    Thanks for the gorgeous post!!!
    Bela.

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  11. Janellybelly says

    September 2, 2010 at 7:00 am

    Can you please bring the book to our bloggy catch up tomorrow, it looks gorgeous 🙂

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  12. Dogwood says

    September 2, 2010 at 9:31 am

    thanks for the tip. looks like a fabulous magazine with lots of great ideas.

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  13. Handmade says

    September 3, 2010 at 12:58 am

    That little lunch satchel looks tempting!

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  14. Celestial Charms says

    September 2, 2010 at 12:24 pm

    This looks like a fabulous book. I’m running to my computer to try and find it listed at my library. Thanks for sharing the photos.
    Maureen

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  15. Ally Johnston says

    September 2, 2010 at 1:02 pm

    Looks like an awesome book

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  16. Catherine says

    September 2, 2010 at 4:46 pm

    definitely a book to look out for! thanks for the peek!

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  17. C.R.A.F.T. says

    September 2, 2010 at 9:12 pm

    I’m your newest follower 🙂 and I am HAPPY I found you!

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  18. Heleen says

    September 2, 2010 at 11:05 pm

    Looks like a fabulous book! thanks for sharing!

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  19. ruby says

    September 3, 2010 at 1:23 am

    Im loving that cushion idea, it would be great for our new living room!

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  20. Amanda says

    September 3, 2010 at 2:12 am

    I looked through this book for the first time the other night with the quilting girls. Will be going to book depository on pay day love the camera bag.

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  21. Handmade in Israel says

    September 3, 2010 at 8:40 am

    Ooh! I really like that last one – the pillow. I wish I was a sewer 🙁

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  22. KaHolly says

    September 3, 2010 at 9:02 am

    I’m so glad I found time to stop by for a visit today. Thanks for the book review. I copied down the title/author and am going to see if my library has a copy, too!! I liked your favorite choices. ~karen

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  23. JG says

    September 3, 2010 at 12:03 pm

    After reading your book review I learned that my local library has access to this fascinating book. Thanks!

    Have a good weekend!

    ~Judy

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  24. hazel says

    September 3, 2010 at 11:16 pm

    i have not boughten this book yet. it looks good, now even more so. i have so many books right now that i have not thoroughly taken advantage of, meaning i have not made one thing from them, shame on me! thank you for the pics, definately looks inviting. this is my first stop by to say hello, hello. love your space here and all that you share 🙂

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  25. Tracey says

    September 5, 2010 at 1:20 am

    I looked at this book a few weeks back but hesitated. Its always hard to choose a book when all you can see is the front cover. I really appreciate it when you review a book, it makes my decision nice and easy.
    love me 🙂

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  26. Emily says

    September 5, 2010 at 8:15 pm

    I Just came across your blog! I love it! I bought “Sew Liberated” when it first came out and love EVERY SINGLE project!!!

    Reply
  27. Suzie says

    September 6, 2010 at 1:48 am

    Thanks, Lisa, it looks like I could have this book, too!

    Reply

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