Simple Sewing Projects: Quick-Stitch Designs for Sewing by Hand and Machine

by Make it Yourself Magazine

From Make It Yourself magazine comes Simple Sewing , an all-inclusive introduction to sewing. Make It Yourself serves the new generation of crafters captivated by Etsy and Pinterest, inspiring them to try out sewing techniques by hand or machine. Whether it’s your first time stitching, you’re trying to introduce a friend or loved one to the craft, or you just want to brush up and expand your skillset, Simple Sewing Projects is for you.

Whether you’ve been sewing for five weeks or five decades, Simple Sewing Projects features 120+ designs, tutorials, and accompanying patterns accessible to any sewer. The time-honored craft of sewing is a tremendously useful skill—it lets you create pretty and utilitarian pieces that can be given as gifts or used to bring color, texture, and interest to your life. The designs are easy enough for beginners but will also have great appeal to more experienced sewers looking for something fun to whip up in an afternoon or two.

Each project is presented with a finished photo; step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and photos; and corresponding patterns where necessary. The look and feel of the book puts a fresh spin on traditional sewing with youthful, on-trend DIY fashion, accessories, and decor. From appliqué affirmation pillows to embroidered jewelry, from five-minute wreaths to dog beds, whether you sew for practical reasons or purely for the satisfaction of making something by hand, Simple Sewing Projects will inspire you to get stitching.

Just some of the

Pillows & Throws Denim Grommet Pillow, Recycled Sweater Throw, Rosette Pillow

Home Dec & Accessories Embroidered Tea Towels, Monogrammed Cards, Embroidered Coasters

Purses, Bags & Personal Accessories Denim Tote, Fabric Clutch, Embroidered Scarf

Kids & Pets Girl’s Ruffle Skirt, Fabric Bunting, Dog’s Food and Drink Mat and Cushions

Simple Storage Reusable Snack and Sandwich Bags, Felt Pencil Case, Make-in-Minutes Jewelry Bag

Notions & Pincushions Donut Pincushions, Circle Sewing Bag, Stuffed Mushroom Case

Holiday Projects Napkin Rings, Make-in-Minutes Gift Tags, Stockings

224 pages, Paperback

Published October 3, 2017

Reviews

[Leah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lots of cute sewing craft ideas in this!! 🧵

[Jamie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some of the best sewing projects I've seen. Lots of the usual purses, but they're genuinly attractive ones, and there were plenty of projects I'd never seen before, like a shower curtain and a baby mobile. There are also several variations on similar patterns so you can find ones you like, like the multiple pin cushion patterns (including the fun donut stack on the cover), and a handful of stocking variations in the Christmas chapter. I particularly liked the several 'pocket-projects', like the roll-up make-up brush holder, the in-out wall catch-all for mail, and the parking lot themed roll-up storage for toy cars.

There are also a few small felt projects at the end that use fabric glue, and a section demonstrating decorative embroidery stitches.

[Dinh Hong · Rating 3 out of 5]

various interesting projects like bean bag games, doughnut pincushion can turn into toys. The only one I didn’t enjoy is the request of enlargement of printing because can’t print at home with normal A4 printer.

[Amber · Rating 3 out of 5]

A lot of great ideas just don't know when I would have the time to do them.

[Lauren Tomlinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some very cute ideas here