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Based on the novels of Jane Austen, this beautifully presented book is for craft enthusiasts and lovers of history and literature alike. A celebration of the Regency period, each of the 18 sewing, needlecraft, knitting, paper and decorative projects is accompanied by an extract from the relevant novel, historical notes, full colour photographs and illustrated step by step instructions for authentic replication. Key points: quotes from Austen novels illustrate how a character wore or used an article that can be recreated by the reader; brings the style, colours and textiles of the Regency period alive, a elegant and creative era of art and crafts; an accessible range of activities that caters for a variety of craft types and skill levels
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Jennifer Forest has a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Graduate Diploma in Cultural Heritage Management. She has worked in museums and taught history in secondary schools. In her spare time Jennifer's passion is fabric arts and crafts and she works in a wide variety of media including needlework, felting, knitting and screen printing. Jane Austen is her favourite author for her vivid characters and sharp wit.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautifully Illustrated,
By Kelly's Kart (Northern California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Jane Austen's Sewing Box (Paperback)
This book focuses on sewing and craft projects, which Jane Austen's characters were busy working on within the storylines of her novels. The Regency period crafts and needlework that are described in this book include: A fabric letter case, a linen pillowcase, a Cravet (a man's necktie-scarf), an embroidered workbag, paper flowers, a small coin purse, a knitted miser's purse, a huswife (fabric case for thread, scissors, and needles), a carpet-work pillow, a muff and tippet (neck wrap), a pin cushion, a thread case, a transparency (small painted glass decoration), a bonnet, a reticule (a drawstring purse), a knitted rug, and a muslin cap.
Instructions for each project include a photo of the finished item, drawn illustrations, and a supply list. Each project also suggests whether it is for beginners, intermediate crafters, or for the advanced. The book is like a picture book; almost every page has some sort of illustration or decoration. Illustrations include period paintings and drawings that help illuminate how women lived and dressed during Jane Austen's day, and photographs of Regency period fabrics and furnishings. Even if you do not plan to recreate one of these period projects, it is a colorful book that gives a visual presentation of the home decor, crafts, and clothing styles during the period in which Jane Austen's novels take place.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fabulous ,georgeous ,and well researched,
By Persephone (Athens/sydney) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Jane Austen's Sewing Box (Paperback)
Jennifer Frost has authored a beautiful book presenting regency art and crafts,through Jane Austen's eyes as depicted in her novels.This book is a work of art as well as a valuable historical resource of the arts and crafts produced by women in their everyday lives in Regency England. Letters,quotations,articles from Jane Austen's work have been used as well as illustrations ,paintings and costume plates sourced from the era.
The 18 craft projects are beautifully presented and instructions are clearly and realistically set out.Do-able and luxurious gift ideas !My favourite items are the letter case,pillow case and the reticule! I have presented this book to friends who enjoy sewing as well as individuals who love Regency England and are Jane austen fanatics -they simply loved it!. What a stunning production,so typical of Murdoch publications!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not as good as it could have been...,
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This review is from: Jane Austen's Sewing Box (Paperback)
I bought this on the strength of the other reviews. I expected it to be a real feast of a book; indulgent in its writing with inspiring little projects I'd want to start making straight away. Sadly for me, it didn't quite meet my expectations. It's a classy-looking book, beautifully presented: what lets it down is the the dry style of writing. It reads much like a history book recalling facts and relies on quotes from Austen's works to make it more colourful. Jane Austen's Sewing Box is first and foremost a book for reading: the sewing element is secondary. If you buy the book purely for the projects, you will probably be disappointed: there are 18 projects in total and although there are instructions, not all the projects include diagrams to aide your understanding and make the process easier to grasp. This will be fine for experienced sewers but those relatively inexperienced (like me) may struggle. This book will be best for existing Austen fans who will probably appreciate this regardless. I think it might also appeal to those interested in regency-period style, fashion and interior design. Overall it's not a bad book but for me, it falls short of being something really special.
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