By replacing pens and pencils with needle and thread, and paint with fabric appliqué, Chloe Owens has applied artistic principles to sewing and created these unique projects showing her true passion for handcrafted things. Packed full of 35 crafty ideas, Chloe uses a wide variety of techniques from embellishment and adornment to freehand embroidery that are forward thinking but still inspired by vintage style. Split into five chapters, start by making something fun for a lunch with friends in Cooking Up A Storm. There are pretty placemats, table decorations and even an apron for the hostess. In Cuddly Companions you will find a giraffe, lion and bonkers bobtail bunnies to sew, each one decorated with pretty stitches. Gifts comes next, with tote bags and quilts that friends will love to receive. If you adore long lie-ins then Rest Your Weary Head has pillows with appliqué and embellishments, plus a Holly Golightly inspired eyemask. Finally, Room Decorations has wall murals and hangings to add a splash of colour to your home. Every project comes with step-by-step instructions and adorable artworks, making everything so simple to stitch. There is also a handy techniques section and templates to help you along the way. So what are you waiting for? Grab a needle and thread and get down to some seriously creative crafting.
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Chloe Owens spends her time fusing applique, machine embroidery, salvaged fabrics, and stitched drawings to create her unique style of textile art involving dazzling use of colour and exquisite intricacy. She has a passion for colour and pattern and draws influence from 1960s domestic and fashion fabrics. visit her website at www.chloeowens.com.
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By Donster
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I received All Sewn Up this morning and haven't stopped looking at it! The styling is fresh, vintage and quirky, right up my street, and the fabric choices are very inspirational. I particularly liked the cartoons of Jake the cat. There are some very clear templates, especially the birds, which could be used for a variety of projects. I also liked the boy and girl dolls which may well be my first project. I am quite an experienced sewer but I reckon anyone could be successful in these projects. Although you may find similar items in other craft books, such as lavender hearts, tea cosy and cushions, Chloe Owens' style is very distinctive and the pages are laid out very prettily so I don't mind!
22 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By miss enid
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Have just received my copy of this book, and I am so happy. The weather outside may be grey and overcast, but I can feel the sunshine radiating out from this lovely book.
This is such a great book, it is hard backed and cloth covered, the paper inside feels nice and the photos of the projects are clear, and the styling is lovely and homely. It is full of really easy to follow projects, that range from beginner to more complicated ones (I'm not very good at machine embroidery but I know this is the book that will make me persevere with it) the illustrations by Gemma Correll are lovely and will appeal to anyone who gets assisted and distracted in their sewing by their pets (I'm sure Chloe's Jake wasn't the only kitty who runs away with the cotton reel) already I am sticking post it notes to the pages where there is a project I want to try out, and I seem to getting through them rather quickly.
This is such a nice original book, the projects to make are in keeping with the patterns and colours of the retro fabrics that are used and there is more than a gentle nod to items made in the 60s and 70s....the whole book has a lovely vintage feel without trying to be something it isn't, this certainly isn't one of those 'jump on the vintage bandwagon' style books but instead seems written and created from the heart. Go on, spoil yourselves and buy yourself a copy, you won't be disappointed.
This is such a great book, it is hard backed and cloth covered, the paper inside feels nice and the photos of the projects are clear, and the styling is lovely and homely. It is full of really easy to follow projects, that range from beginner to more complicated ones (I'm not very good at machine embroidery but I know this is the book that will make me persevere with it) the illustrations by Gemma Correll are lovely and will appeal to anyone who gets assisted and distracted in their sewing by their pets (I'm sure Chloe's Jake wasn't the only kitty who runs away with the cotton reel) already I am sticking post it notes to the pages where there is a project I want to try out, and I seem to getting through them rather quickly.
This is such a nice original book, the projects to make are in keeping with the patterns and colours of the retro fabrics that are used and there is more than a gentle nod to items made in the 60s and 70s....the whole book has a lovely vintage feel without trying to be something it isn't, this certainly isn't one of those 'jump on the vintage bandwagon' style books but instead seems written and created from the heart. Go on, spoil yourselves and buy yourself a copy, you won't be disappointed.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Rubyanne
Format:Hardcover
This book is gorgeous, everything from the tactile front cover to the beautiful fabrics used throughout the book. I bought this book as I wanted to learn how to use machine embroidery and appliqué. Everything is so easily explained I dont feel daunted, There are easier items to get you stared which can be made with the children,to bigger projects you would be proud to display in your home. Can't wait to get started!
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Gorgeous Book!
This is a gorgeous book. I bought it mainly for embroidery but there is so much more. Beautiful photographs and lots of useful and helpful information - I can't wait to get... Read more
Published 11 days ago by Basil Brush
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Pretty Book
Has some nice ideas and always good to think about new things to make - lovely illustrations throughout the book
Published 1 month ago by Miss S A Claxton
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Best sewing project book out there!
I have purchased many sewing books but this surpasses all,I am so pleased with it. The projects are interesting, clearly explained and beautifully presented. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Supermish
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All Sewn up, Chloe Owens
Revived on time by Amazon delivery. Fast delivery before Christmas rush in post. Bought this book for my Sister, she is really pleased with it, amazing small projects if you... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Charjoywatts
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sweet book
This book arrived quickly and in perfect order. lovely book the only downside is that patterns in the book have to be enlarged by 400% + on some which is not easily done so you do... Read more
Published 5 months ago by kazb
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Gorgeous book
Love this book. Haven't made anything from it yet but can't wait to get started. Instructions look simple enough. The designs are just fab.
Published 6 months ago by L. Jones
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Beautiful book
This beautiful book arrived today and is a christmas gift for my daughter, she will be over the moon with it. It has a gorgeous tactile cover and some lovely projects inside. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Y. Bell
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Great craft book
This is a great craft book and very easy to follow. I am making the baby quilt and it is very straight forward. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Cat
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Great book!
Beautifully set out book, very informative and a joy to read! I wholly recommend this book, the projects to make are excellent. Well done Chloe Owens!
Published 9 months ago by L. Slater
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Lovely
A lovely book full of projects of varying difficulty. I am not a very experienced sewer and find the explanations very clear. Read more
Published 10 months ago by E. Hayton
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