Jennifer Paganelli designs one of the most popular fabric lines in the marketplace. In this gorgeous collection, she shows readers how to whip up twenty-one beautiful accessories to transform their space into a sunny, happy home. Each project showcases Jennifer's fresh, whimsical style—from luxe drapery to cheery tablecloths and napkins. Featuring simple step-by-step instructions, a comprehensive glossary of techniques, pattern sheets tucked into a handy front pocket, and lush color photos, this book makes it exceptionally easy to pretty up every room in the house.
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Jennifer Paganelli is the creator of Sis Boom Fabrics and her work has been featured in national publications including Real Simple and Country Living. She lives in Wilton, Connecticut.
Tim Geaney has photographed for Vogue and InStyle among others. He lives in Wilton, Connecticut.
Tim Geaney has photographed for Vogue and InStyle among others. He lives in Wilton, Connecticut.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Warning: Happy Home is an explosion of colors. Enter at your own risk!
Seriously though, if you love Jennifer Paganelli's style, I don't see why this book won't be a favorite. There is an overload of amazing hues and patterns. The palette is bright, bold, happy and festive. The 21 projects are designed to help you transform your home into a vivid, happy space filled with cute, pretty and girly accessories. There are tutorials for ruffle pillows, fabric-covered boxes, bags, a basket, a bed cover, a bed skirt and a quilt. Additionally, there are projects to dress up your home for parties, like banners, garlands and pom-pom poufs. With some finished projects from the book, I can imagine throwing cheery bashes in a welcoming environment - and in glorious technicolor.
I like the book's design and photography. The instructions step-by-step, accompanied by a few diagrams. I would have preferred more diagrams or photos to illustrate the tutorials, which are heavily text-based. But the projects are not too difficult and some easy enough for beginners who will find the introductory chapter on basics of sewing techniques useful. There are pattern sheets attached.
Overall, this is a prettily put together book. The projects are not unusual but the fabrics are a treat and draw in themselves. Even if I didn't sew, I'd probably still have feasted on the kaleidoscope of colors and patterns.
Seriously though, if you love Jennifer Paganelli's style, I don't see why this book won't be a favorite. There is an overload of amazing hues and patterns. The palette is bright, bold, happy and festive. The 21 projects are designed to help you transform your home into a vivid, happy space filled with cute, pretty and girly accessories. There are tutorials for ruffle pillows, fabric-covered boxes, bags, a basket, a bed cover, a bed skirt and a quilt. Additionally, there are projects to dress up your home for parties, like banners, garlands and pom-pom poufs. With some finished projects from the book, I can imagine throwing cheery bashes in a welcoming environment - and in glorious technicolor.
I like the book's design and photography. The instructions step-by-step, accompanied by a few diagrams. I would have preferred more diagrams or photos to illustrate the tutorials, which are heavily text-based. But the projects are not too difficult and some easy enough for beginners who will find the introductory chapter on basics of sewing techniques useful. There are pattern sheets attached.
Overall, this is a prettily put together book. The projects are not unusual but the fabrics are a treat and draw in themselves. Even if I didn't sew, I'd probably still have feasted on the kaleidoscope of colors and patterns.
40 of 53 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have been sewing all kinds of things for going on 50 years now, and, man, I wish I could get paid to write a book which contains only 20-30 projects, mostly notable for their color. Listen people, if you don't know it yet these colorways are all decided at the textile factory. You can buy fat quarter sets of pre-chosen matching colors/ patterns and styles all over the web. For the money this book costs you could make 10 projects using free tips and patterns from various other sites on-line. I'm not saying this book is bad -it's nice eye candy but in the end do you really need a pattern to make a square pillow?
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I'm a huge fan of Jennifer's fabrics, and I pre-ordered the book on Amazon as soon as I heard about it. Amazingly it arrived (in the UK), before anyone in the US received it.
It's a lovely book, full of beautifully photographed, vibrant makes - and you can't fail but feel happy as you turn the pages. If you're a fabric fan like me, you will probably be the owner of a plentiful stash of fabric and books - you just can't help yourself. If you love bright, modern fabrics - you will love this.
The projects are all fairly simple, and are ideal for sewing skills of all levels, including beginners. As a lover of colour, and all things a little quirky - the makes in this book appeal to me. Instructions are clear and concise - and you can't fail to be inspired by the gorgeous photography, which showcases all the fabulous Sis Boom fabrics at their best. If only I could buy them in the UK!
I read an earlier review, giving only 2 stars - which said that other than photos, you could find everything else online. Of course you probably can - but you can say that about just about anything nowadays. This is a book which I am delighted to have as part of my large collection of sewing books. I can generally make something by looking at it, and usually make up my own designs anyway - but it certainly doesn't stop me from thoroughly enjoying this book.
In summary - a great book to add to your collection, or indeed a great gift for someone interested in sewing.
It's a lovely book, full of beautifully photographed, vibrant makes - and you can't fail but feel happy as you turn the pages. If you're a fabric fan like me, you will probably be the owner of a plentiful stash of fabric and books - you just can't help yourself. If you love bright, modern fabrics - you will love this.
The projects are all fairly simple, and are ideal for sewing skills of all levels, including beginners. As a lover of colour, and all things a little quirky - the makes in this book appeal to me. Instructions are clear and concise - and you can't fail to be inspired by the gorgeous photography, which showcases all the fabulous Sis Boom fabrics at their best. If only I could buy them in the UK!
I read an earlier review, giving only 2 stars - which said that other than photos, you could find everything else online. Of course you probably can - but you can say that about just about anything nowadays. This is a book which I am delighted to have as part of my large collection of sewing books. I can generally make something by looking at it, and usually make up my own designs anyway - but it certainly doesn't stop me from thoroughly enjoying this book.
In summary - a great book to add to your collection, or indeed a great gift for someone interested in sewing.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Happy Home is just Heaven
Happy Home is again a beautifully made book with perfect picture showcasing each pattern . So hard to chose which one to make first!! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ros Cahill
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great gift!
I sent this book to my niece who just started sewing. She immediately called me gushing about how much she liked it. Hoping to see some her projects soon! Thank you for sending!
Published 1 month ago by Happy sewer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jennifer Paganelli is a creative genius!
Anything by Jennifer Paganelli is worth reading. She makes great designs and fabrics and throws in a lot of love!
Published 2 months ago by Sherrie Schneider
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspiring and Do-able
Happy Home: Twenty-One Sewing and Craft Projects to Pretty Up Your HomeI just got Happy Home by Jennifer Byrne Paganelli in the mail! I loved her other book, Girl's World, as well. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Joshua D. Hodges
5.0 out of 5 stars
I LOVE THIS BOOK! IT IS SO BEAUTIFUL + GREAT PROJECTS!
I just got this book for Christmas b/c I want to redo my daughter's bedroom. I had seen it before b/c I got it from the library. Read more
Published 4 months ago by KRISTINE A MCKENNA
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful and inspiring!
I love this book as well as "Girl's World." I've read both cover to cover and reread them often. I continue to look at these books whenever I have a few moments and I instantly... Read more
Published 8 months ago by T. Mehelis
5.0 out of 5 stars
Happy Home Indeed!
This book is beautiful! Colorful, playful, informative, educational and indeed HAPPY! You cannot help but smile as you turn the pages! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Danielle Muller
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic book!!!!
Once again Jennifer Paganelli does a fantastic job. I love her ideas! This book allows me to think outside of the box with my sewing projects. I highly recommend it!
Published 9 months ago by Kristi Diminuco
5.0 out of 5 stars
Happy Home
I love Jennifer Paganelli's wonderful vibrant fabrics and her second book Happy Home was not a disappointment. Read more
Published 9 months ago by milly the milliner
5.0 out of 5 stars
Colorful feast for the eyes! #10
Jennifer's book is all about making your house beautiful with loads of color! Cannot wait to update my bedroom!!
A def must read for anyone who wants color in their lives!!!!
A def must read for anyone who wants color in their lives!!!!
Published 9 months ago by Karina D
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