Countryside Softies: 28 Handmade Wool Creatures to Stitch
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What a delightful book I hold in my hands this afternoon! This book is really fun. I'm holding in my hands a copy of Amy Adam's amazingly adorable book "Countryside Softies" (Stash Books/an imprint of C&T Publishing 2011). And the wow! factor starts with the wonderful cover image of a stitched red fox, but it certainly does not stop there.Amy presents 28 delightful creatures to stitch. From the wonderful fox that graces the cover of the book you will begin your journey into the enchanted world of the countryside.Your first stop will be along the hedgerow as you learn how to create a fox, a rabbit, a baby rabbit too, a carrot, and a hedgehog and baby, a robin, and robin ornaments for the tree, a bumblebee, and a butterfly, and how to create a mobile using the butterfly and dragonfly.You'll find complete materials lists and detailed instructions for all projects shown, as well as full sized patterns that you will find located at the back of the book.After visiting the hedgerow you'll mov
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A little time, a few supplies, and a dash of creativity are all you need to bring these adorable critters to life. Whether it's a fuzzy rabbit personalised as a gift, or a charming family of birds to display in your home, this playful guide features easy-to-follow patterns, clear instructions, and enchanting photography of the creatures in their natural habitats. Best of all, each project is graded according to difficulty (easy, moderate, and slightly tricky) so both experienced and beginner sewers can share in the fun.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book really will appeal to your soft side with adorable handmade creatures to make and love. There's all you need to know about sewing, making felt and fabric to make a softie. The instructions are very good and the photography is great too. The templates are easy to use. I really like the designs and there is plenty of choice. I love the owls and the dragonfly is superb - hang these from the ceiling. The patterns are graded for ease of use and so this book is useful for all stitchers. I think adults might want to keep one or two of these as well - they are not just for the children. The mix of wool and cotton fabric is good and you can use recycled fabrics. This review first appeared on Karen Platt's book review website.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Bought this book after reading a blog by a crafter in Oz. Th author suggests using felted wool for the projects so now we have no wool jumpers left in the house and they took a lot of washing to felt! The animals are set into chapters relating to the countryside- in the hedge, the woodland and along the river and they all are very quirky!
The photos are great but it makes the softies look larger than they actually are which means some of the smaller creatures are quite fiddly to make. Although they look good I dont think the sofies are very robust - the author says they should not be given to children under three but wouldnt last long with any age, especially if it was well loved. She also suggests weighting them down with stones and putting in a piece of card for a base which could make washing a bit problematic.
All in all a lovely book for crafters - each softie is individual and its a great way to use up all those bits and pieces lurking in boxes but too good to throw away!
The photos are great but it makes the softies look larger than they actually are which means some of the smaller creatures are quite fiddly to make. Although they look good I dont think the sofies are very robust - the author says they should not be given to children under three but wouldnt last long with any age, especially if it was well loved. She also suggests weighting them down with stones and putting in a piece of card for a base which could make washing a bit problematic.
All in all a lovely book for crafters - each softie is individual and its a great way to use up all those bits and pieces lurking in boxes but too good to throw away!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I really enjoyed looking at this book, and there's a number of projects I'd like to make which is always a good sign. I wasn't keen on the conkers or leaves, but the mice and the rabbits and the fox are wonderful. The instructions look straightforward, although the final test won't be until I've actually made something. (Once I've found a jumper of the right colour and yarn to felt down in our local charity shop.)
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Excellent
Bought this as wanted to try something new & something that wasn't too complicated as I am new to sewing. Read more
Published 3 months ago by AC
Foxy fun!
I bought this book because of the fox on the cover - so cute! Really love the other animals - the way the author mixes the fabrics is really inspiring. Read more
Published 12 months ago by AnaBea
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