Needlecrafts Fabric category: 4727 books

Even though people have been sewing since Paleolithic times it can still be a little difficult to figure out how to use a thread and needle to join or mend fabric without some guidance. These instructions are geared towards the complete beginner wanting to do some basic sewing by hand. Scroll...

Handbags and purses are quick and easy to make for the little girl in your life. They make fabulous gifts and will never fail to delight the receiver. The patterns are all provided in this book, and whether you are an enthusiastic sewer or prefer to crochet you will find a purse to suit your taste...

Join fictional character Esther Heinzmann as she narrates the journey through authentic, pioneer-era creations from the Poos Collection—each featured in full color on a 2-page spread. Ideal for traditional quilters and quilt history buffs, this robust offering of 30 antique quilts also includes 5 quilt...

Got a question about quilting? Whether you want to know how to choose colors for your quilt, how many squares or triangles you can cut from the fabric you have, how to mix and match quilt blocks, or the difference between French quilting and sashiko—you'll find the answers in Erin Burke Harris' quick-reference...

Sew a little love and give the gift of handmade with Vintage Modern Gifts! A bright contemporary collection of over 20 patchwork and sewn projects, designed to make readers smile and have fun with fabric from Helen Philipps - a popular craft designer whose highly desirable style is a cross...

Discover why so many Amish and Mennonites, committed to a simple life, make beautiful quilts. This book looks at quilting in plain communities and the possible origins of quilt patterns popular among the Amish and Mennonites. Why do so many Amish and Mennonites who are devoutly committed to a simple,...

The poverty of the Depression and fabric shortages during World War II made feedsacks highly important to the quilter during the 1930s and 1940s. In this book, quilt historian Gloria Nixon shares her research through tens of thousands of pages of old farm periodicals, magazines and newspapers as she explains the story of the patterned feedsack.

Making Working Women's Costume gives a unique account of the clothes of ordinary women from the mid-fifteenth century to the early twentieth century. As well as introducing the historical periods, it gives patterns for a range of typical garments that women of the poorer classes would have worn. Organized...

Embroidery is a type of stitching that can be found all over the world. It has long been a tradition for making various types of arts in different cultures. Many hobby shops offer patterns for embroidery. You can make great looking designs by following the layout of the colors on the fabric. You...

Vibrant color and rich textures abound in Hoop Dreams, a stylish embroidery guide for the modern maker. Author Cristin Morgan of Marigold + Mars outlines the basics of 10 classic embroidery stitches and then teaches you how to use them to create 20 beautiful and practical projects for hoops, for the...

Decorate your home for any style of occasion with your very own handmade garlands and banners. Fifteen versatile ideas incorporate fabric, felt, ribbons, and other items available at any craft store. The quick and easy projects for adult crafters can be completed in less than a single day and require...

Bring some Scandi charm to your spring crafting with Tilda's Sunshine Sewing. This brand new pattern book from the hugely popular designer Tone Finnanger is packed with gorgeous sewing and quilting projects to add a ray of sunshine into your spring decor. Featuring two full size quilts, plus pillows,...

Frogs are relatively easy to draw and appliqué. In different shapes and sizes they make lovely motifs for appliqué both for children and household items. I have drawn a number of frog designs which will be sure to take your fancy. There is no need to stick to green and brown fabric for your frogs,...

Originally designed by Blanche Kendall-Job in 1927, Beverly Lace and Insertion is a very simple and attractive Art Deco design, with symbolic representations of flowers and leaves. It's suitable for many purposes, and the lace edging and insertion may be used separately or in combination....