Bøker av Mandy (Author) Shaw

 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.

A simple stitch can empower us and make us be creative and in this stunning book, from renown designer Mandy Shaw you will find a giddying array of projects, sentiments and designs that you can mix and match to create irresistible stitcheries that speak 1000 words. Inside you will find 10 complete projects which include a bag, wall hangings, cushion, hoopies, Mandy''s signature hanging hearts and a stunning Say it with a Stitch centrepiece quilt. Using the detailed step-by-step instructions and full size patterns and templates (there is no fiddling with the photocopier needed here, you can just trace straight from the page) you can create all these projects just as you see them in the book. But the really clever thing twist is that it also includes over 40 additional sentiments, designs, borders, templates and alphabets so you can get creative and design your own totally unique artefacts. Whether these are for yourself or made as gifts, the power of simple words will allow everything you make to have a powerful connection with a memory or a feeling. There is also a useful technical section and stitch library so to help you along the way so all you need is some fabric, thread, a needle and imagination and you are away!

Mandy Shaw isn't just dreaming of a white Christmas she is dreaming of a Red & White Christmas and you will too when you see Mandy's this fabulous book which combines two of her favourite things - stitching in Red & White and Christmas. Beautifully photographed in Mandy's own home, the 10 brand projects include simple but stylish tree decorations, a comfy cushion, cheeky mice and a cosy quilt. The Red & White colour scheme runs throughout the projects so you can stitch them all in the sure knowledge they will coordinate and make your home look wonderful this Christmas. The book includes detailed instructions for all the projects and over 25 motifs, patterns and templates all at full size. All you will need to get started is fabric, a needle and thread so you too can stitch yourself a Red & White Christmas.

Celebrity crafter and designer Mandy Shaw shows how to create a beautiful redwork embroidered quilt. Mandy, a regular presenter on Create & Craft TV, brings her distinctive design style to the traditional technique of redwork embroidery.

A collection of fun projects for your home and garden. It features 20 projects in 9 themed sections, varying from simple bunting and cushions to a Christmas gingerbread house, a deck chair cover and a fun children's teepee. It offers step-by-step instructions and stitch diagrams for both right and left handers.

Learn eleven basic stitches to create projects with motifs ranging from bunnies and buttons to cooking and Christmas. Mandy Shaw's unmistakable style provides a gorgeous collection of stitches and projects, all done in natural fabrics in a stylish cream and red color palette. This book is a perfect introduction to eleven simple stitches, with step-by-step instructions for both right and left handers. You'll learn how to create stunning gifts and home accessories while drawing on your own inspiration and creativity to give each project a personal and unique touch. Projects include: blankets, aprons, crib decorations, button bags, luggage tags, Christmas wreaths, and more! ';Takes the reader through a number of easy to follow stitches and also presents them with a host of small projects that can make wonderful gifts for friends and relatives... Learn skills that will last a lifetime.' Falcata Times

Shares the author's fresh approach to quilting with an emphasis on fun, fast results, and fabulous quilts. This title includes step-by-step instructions that guide you through 10 projects that can be made using fat quarters. It shows you how to use the remaining scraps of fabric to sew delightful accessories, toys, home decor items and gifts.