This week we are reviewing two titles that will interest Quilters.Just Your Style by Gudrun Erla includes designs to make 7 different quilts. What we love about this book is that each quilt is shown in two different colourways, so whether your … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews} Artful Halloween, and Party Ensembles
This week we are reviewing two titles that will be of interest to those of you that love to decorate for Holidays and put together Parties for special occasions.Artful Halloween: 31 Frightfully Elegant Projects by Susan Wasinger, is packed with … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews} Home Sewn Home; & Tilda’s Spring Ideas
Home Sewn Home: 20 Projects to Make for the Retro Home, by Sally Walton is a sweet book that has some lovely, practical home projects for lovers of vintage and retro. Most of the projects have been made with recycled vintage fabrics and supplies, … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews} Knot Thread Stitch, and Baby & Kids Quilts.
Knot Thread Stitch: Exploring Creativity Through Embroidery and Mixed Media by Lisa Solomon incorporates traditional embroidery techniques into contemporary projects to give this craft a modern and fresh look.The book begins with a helpful section … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews} Heart Felt Holidays and Crochet Garden
We have two fabulous titles for felt and yarn lovers this week.Heart-Felt Holidays: 40 Festive Felt Projects to Celebrate the Seasons by Kathy Sheldon and Amanda Carestio, is bought to you by the authors of the highly popular Fa la la la Felt. It … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews} The 150 Healthiest Slow Cooker Recipes, and Sweet Bitesize Bakes
We have two fabulous titles this week for the home cook.The 150 Healthiest Slow Cooker Recipes on Earth, by Jonny Bowden and Jeannette Bessinger is a great resource for family meals. During the winter months, our Slow Cooker is well used, but we are … [Read more...]
Craft as Therapy
As an Occupational Therapist, I understand the value of engaging in meaningful activity - be it employment, voluntary work, or art and craft activities. From working in the disability sector, I have seen so many benefits for people who have a … [Read more...]
{Book Review} The Sewing Workshop and Stash Happy Applique
If you love sewing smaller projects for yourself, for gifts, or for the home, you will love the titles we are reviewing this week!The Sewing Workshop: Learn to Sew with 30+ Easy, Pattern-Free Projects by Linda Lee has an inspiring collection of … [Read more...]
