Customer Reviews

Embroidered Treasures * For Children *

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3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(0)
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Beautiful photography, but there's not much substance. The potential applications of the included patterns are limited.

The book has some really cute, original ideas for children. I was very excited to get started on a project for my daughter. The instructions were very basic and did not include sufficient detail to avoid making mistakes. Also, the project was far too small to turn it inside out without pushing a hole through the fabric. I will most likely stick to embroidered items and will avoid the doll projects in the book.

I found the instructions, both the project and general techniques and tips, to be detailed and helpful. It turns out there is a directory at the back of the book which does include a more complete photograph of each project item. Some of the projects included are embroidered blankets, sheets and pillowcases, quilts, baby slippers, a beach bag, stuffed animals, finger puppets, and dolls. Patterns to be enlarged and transfered are printed on the pages.

At first glance one might think that the projects would only be suitable as a gift for a young child, but I imagine using the embroidery designs on other projects too. In fact, I plan to make gifts for adult friends who would enjoy some of the themes included in the projects, such as the ocean.

I like the cute designs the author has created, and would probably have given this book five stars if I didn't find the size type a bit small for referring to while crafting. That said, I assume there was a page limit set for the book, so do appreciate all the detail that was included.

It is filled with beautiful photography that is cropped so closely you can't see a good image of the finished object. The projects are sweet, though, and inspire me to make all sorts of gorgeous little things for the children in my life. I never considered working a design (redwork style) entirely in yellow, for example, as is done on a blanket in this book. The sailboats are charming and the little mary-janes are too precious not to try. I would definitely recommend this book if you can pick it up second hand.

Beautifully illustrated and easy to follow instructions. The patterns, sewing instructions and examples are written in a way that anyone, beginner or novice will complete equally beautiful works.