Enjoy fun-to-knit patterns that let your dog step out in style. Pamper your pooch with knits ranging from a little black dress–complete with pearled neckline–to a doggie hoodie. The sweaters come together easily; most are knit from the top down. And when you finish knitting, you're really finished–no seams to sew. Just put it on Fido and go! 14 stylish sweaters for dogs from 8 to 30 pounds; many designs include an alternate colorway Confid ...
Is it possible? Fusible applique that's soft and drapey–and easy? Yes it is, and Pat Sloan shows you how. An extremely popular teacher and designer with a huge online radio show following, Pat shares her fusible techniques for machine-stitched quilts that are as delightful to touch as they are pleasing to the eye. You'll love what you're about to create! Projects range from wall hangings to banners to bed quilts, all with Pat&apo ...
These stylish «skinny» quilts are perfect for gift giving, technique trying, and indulging creative whims. Choose from 15 projects from Kaffe Fassett, Jane Sassaman, Marti Michell, Laura Wasilowski, and many more Display projects as table runners, wall quilts, mantel scarves–the sky's the limit! Find designs for every taste, from traditional beauties to appliqued wonders, plus a few artful adventures ...
Welcome to the ultimate quilt-block book! Best-selling author Judy Hopkins combines blocks from her popular Around the Block series into one handy volume. Features 501 pieced blocks, each with cutting and construction directionsEach of the blocks is offered in six different sizes, resulting in more than 3,000 different block possibilitiesGet the master compilation of the successful books Around the Block, Around the Block Again, and Once More a ...
Treat yourself to a collection of fun-to-stitch softies with personality to spare. Crochet everything from a friendly dog and funny frog to a hot air balloon. Learn to make whimsical toys with puppet-style open mouths–including a grinning birthday cake–sure to tickle kids of all ages! 20 patterns in three themes: party time, animal friends, and the great outdoors Start with easy projects in each section and progress as you succeed Be amazed at ...
It's time for new fun with an old favorite–crayons! Using the new Melt-n-Blend technique, anyone can create beautiful applique designs with a dimensional, hand-painted look that brings quilts to life. Learn to tint and shade luscious fruits, gorgeous blossoms, and more–using crayons, colored pencils, and markersChoose from seven inspiring projects of increasing complexity, with something for every skill levelMake one-of-a-kind applique d ...
If sewing with friends sparks your creative passion, jump-start your next retreat or sew-in with the projects in this well-curated collection. Organize your sewing tools and supplies with nine make-ahead projects; then choose from seven more projects to stitch for fun, alongside your friends. Twelve expert designers share their inspiring ideas for sewists on the go. Make everything from equipment totes, a needle case, crafter's apron, and ...
Best-selling author Jen Lucas presents an all-new selection of striking patterns for luscious sock yarns, following the overwhelming success of Sock-Yarn Shawls. Discover designs for everyone from confident beginners to advanced knitters. Patterns range from small shawlettes to large circular shawls, and many are made from a single skein. 16 pretty new patterns for single-colored and multicolored shawls–enjoy lots of options Shawl constructions ...
Best-selling author Doreen L. Marquart shows how to feature your favorite stitches in eye-catching afghans. Gain an understanding of gauge, stitch counts, and repeats, and work confidently with any stitch from any source. You'll refer to this resource again and again. Library of 80 stitches, plus 11 appealing projectsTurn designs with different stitch counts into blocks of the same size to mix and matchAfghans include samplers as well as r ...
