Stitch Into Spring - by Mandy Shaw (Paperback)

About the Book

n/annotation (HTML) Put some spring in your stitching with three gorgeous designs from Mandy Shaw. The projects are perfect for celebrating Easter and welcoming Spring and are designed to help you choose fabrics and embellishments with confidence. The book includes full instructions, top tips and full sized templates which make each project a breeze.

Book Synopsis

If you itch to stitch when the days get longer and spring is in the air, then help is at hand. As the days slowly get longer and longer make the most of that extra daylight to stitch one of three gorgeous felt and fabric projects. The Spring Garland will hang happily on a door or window frame and featuring loveable rabbits - don't forget to buy the best wool felt you can to get the best and longest lasting results. The Spring Chicken is fun a perky and perfect for all you chicken lovers out there. She only takes a couple of hours to make and fill her with rice or something similar and she makes a charming doorstop. Last but not least the Stitch into Spring Cushion will always remind you that spring is just around the corner and you could even personalize the mini bunting to make it an extra special keepsake. Each project comes with full step-by-step instructions which will guide you all the way from gathering the materials and fabric you need to adding the finishing touches. Also included are full sized templates for each project - no fighting with the photocopier needed here, you can just trace straight from the page.

About the Author

Mandy Shaw runs Dandelion Designs, a craft design and kit company. Her work has featured on BBC2's Leisure Hour and she has written for Popular Patchwork and Fabrications magazines. Mandy also appeared on Kirstie Allsopp's Homemade Home (Channel 4). She is also the author of Quilt Yourself Gorgeous. She lives in East Sussex.