Everyday Handmade: 22 Practical Projects for the Modern Sewist (That Patchwork Place) [Paperback]

Cassie Barden (Author), Adrienne Smitke (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 7, 2011

Cassie Barden, author of the best-selling The New Handmade, and talented designer Adrienne Smitke present an exciting new array of designs for the modern sewist. Discover creative, stylish, and above all, practical projects by young designers who really know how to sew.

* Find 22 enticing ideas for bags and accessories, items for travel, and home decor--a terrific value
* Learn a variety of ways to personalize and embellish
* Follow clear, step-by-step instructions to create beautiful projects you'll appreciate for both their utility and style

Editorial Reviews

Review

A collection of 22 projects--most very practical--are presented in this delightful book. There's an emphasis on bags of various sorts, from a cute ladybug coin purse, an iPad cover and an e-reader case to an over-the-shoulder messenger bag and the simple but stylish tote bag shown on the front cover. There are also instructions for several lap quilts and some useful sewing accessories. The "jackalope" shown on the cover is the only softie included. The instructions are clear, there are lots of diagrams and each project is shown in several photographs taken from different angles. This combination means you are much more likely to understand exactly what's required and enjoy success in crafting your own version of these projects. --Australian Homespun Magazine

The joy of saying "I made this!"

Everyday Handmade authors Cassie Barden and Adrienne Smitke said in their forward that in making something you instill a little bit of yourself in each project. They wish for their book to allow the modern sewist the pride of saying "I made this!" And, all these simple, fresh modern projects should do just that. . . There is guidance on fabric selection and basic sewing skills as well as 22 fun, practical projects to make while they learn and socialize!


From Quilts and More magazine


With 22 projects from chapters such as "Bags and Totes," "In the Kitchen," "On the Go," and "Gift-Worthy Goods," authors Cassie Barden and Adrienne Smitke make crafting a breeze. The handy reference section is a good resource for sewers of all levels. --American Quilt Retailer Magazine

About the Author

Homes: Seattle, Washington

Best-selling author Cassie Barden has been making art her whole life. She is inspired by contemporary art, design, illustration, technology, and anything handmade.

Adrienne Smitke grew up surrounded by crafts in a house full of handmade quilts and clothes. Drawing on her creative childhood, she studied illustration and graphic design in college.

Also by Cassie Barden:
The New Handmade: Simple Sewing for Contemporary Style (ISBN 978-1-56477-877-2)

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: That Patchwork Place (November 7, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1604680520
• ISBN-13: 978-1604680522
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.3 x 11 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #502,458 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyday Handmade Every Way Great! January 16, 2012

By S. R. macdonald

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This book is a pleasing from the cover and on!
The projects are a variety of useful and desirable items.
the photographs are colorful, bright, and inspiring.

I would buy any book with Cassie Barden's name on it! Her other book, The New Handmade, remains one of my favorite books.

The projects in this book are in four sections; Bags and Totes, which has four projects. The bag projects are a tote bag, a wristlet, a shoulder bag, and a messenger bag. The In The Kitchen section has coasters, a tea service set, a very cute apron, and a pot holder. On The Go includes a mustachioed man iPad case, a cute little box bag, an e-reader cover, a ladybug coin purse, and a wallet designed for the traveller. Gift Worthy Goods has a great knitting needle case, a darling woodland sewing set, a beautiful baby quilt, a jackalope stuffed toy, and a science-y lap quilt.

Also important and included are good directions, patterns, and diagrams....yup, this book is a good buy!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book December 5, 2011

By Kiera Vanella

Format:Paperback

"Everyday Handmade" is such a fun book. There's something here for every sewist....nothing too hard or advanced. I've already made the tote on the cover and love it! It was nice to showcase some of my favorite fabrics in the buttons. there are 22 projects ranging from totes, an adorable little wristlet, coasters, an adorable tea time embroidery and so much more. All the patterns needed are full size, no enlarging needed and the instuctions are clearly written and easy to follow. I'll definitely be making more of the projects from this lovely book!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical, simple, and hip! January 3, 2012

By kgingey

Format:Paperback

"Everyday Handmade" is perfect for rookie sewists like myself who still like to think big! The projects are accessible and appealing, especially for crossover readers who love the look of crafts but need a little help along the way. These projects combine the sweetness of the handmade tradition (Paris Afternoon tea service set, Secret Ingredient apron) with some really fresh ideas that fit life on the go (Wanderlust pocketbook, Literary Genius e-reader cover). More fanciful projects include Fenn the Jackalope, the Weird Science quilt, and the Mustachioed Man iPad cover! They're hip, cute, and chic, all with a Bohemian twist! The book also has a helpful Basics/General Instructions section to help a newbie like me get started. The diagrams and tips are practical and helpful. I love this book, and I can't wait to start sewing!