This adorable book is all about the birds! From budgies to owls to peacocks, these projects will pique your curiousity and make your heart sing! Many talented designers bring you soft sculptures, quilts, ornaments, and more.
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This book features 26 projects involving birds from soft toy birds to embroidery involving birds in the design there is something for everyone. It incorporates techniques such as quilting and embroidery but the projects are suitable for beginners. Some of the birds are decorative and others, like the Bird on Branch Make Up bag or little birds quilt, are functional. Each project has the instructions broken down into a few different steps, from getting the necessary equipment together before you start to cutting the fabric and constructing the bird itself. What I love is that at the start of each project there is a little biography of the contributor along with links to their website/blog/shop so that you can find out more about them, or buy one of the birds if you don't want to make it yourself. At the back of the book you will find pattern pieces and a guide to the embroidery stitches used. (The Sewing Directory, july 12, 2010 )
Quilters' favorite C&T Publishing has a new imprint, stash Books, which expands its titles to include general crafting topics. The Design Collectives book series showcases groups of new fabric-craft designers and their work, and this little volume is one of their cutest so far. With 26 avian-themed projects to make from your stash, it's a wonderful resource for gift-making. (Quick Quilts, 9/1/10 )
The first in a series of titles called Design Collective, this book features designs by a group of clever and talented fabric artists from Canada and around the world who all share a love of cute little birds. Included are patterns for 26 hand-made projects to sew, stitch and quilt. (Quilter's Connection Magazine, June 1, 2010 )
This book features 26 projects involving birds from soft toy birds to embroidery involving birds in the design there is something for everyone. The book incorporates techniques such as quilting and embroidery but the projects are suitable for beginners. Some of the birds are decorative and others, like the Bird on Branch Make Up bag or little birds quilt, are functional. Each project has the instructions broken down into a few different steps, from getting the necessary equipment together before you start to cutting the fabric and constructing the bird itself. What I love is that at the start of each project there is a little biography of the contributor along with links to their website/blog/shop so that you can find out more about them, or buy one of the birds if you don't want to make it yourself. At the back of the book you will find pattern pieces and a guide to the embroidery stitches used. (The Sewing Directory, july 12, 2010 )
Quilters' favorite C&T Publishing has a new imprint, Stash Books, which expands its titles to include general crafting topics. The Design Collective book series showcases groups of new fabric-craft designers and their work, and this little volume is one of their cutest so far. With 26 avian-themed projects to make from your stash, it's a wonderful resource for gift-making. (Quick Quilts, October 1, 2010 )
Quilters' favorite C&T Publishing has a new imprint, stash Books, which expands its titles to include general crafting topics. The Design Collectives book series showcases groups of new fabric-craft designers and their work, and this little volume is one of their cutest so far. With 26 avian-themed projects to make from your stash, it's a wonderful resource for gift-making. (Quick Quilts, 9/1/10 )
The first in a series of titles called Design Collective, this book features designs by a group of clever and talented fabric artists from Canada and around the world who all share a love of cute little birds. Included are patterns for 26 hand-made projects to sew, stitch and quilt. (Quilter's Connection Magazine, June 1, 2010 )
This book features 26 projects involving birds from soft toy birds to embroidery involving birds in the design there is something for everyone. The book incorporates techniques such as quilting and embroidery but the projects are suitable for beginners. Some of the birds are decorative and others, like the Bird on Branch Make Up bag or little birds quilt, are functional. Each project has the instructions broken down into a few different steps, from getting the necessary equipment together before you start to cutting the fabric and constructing the bird itself. What I love is that at the start of each project there is a little biography of the contributor along with links to their website/blog/shop so that you can find out more about them, or buy one of the birds if you don't want to make it yourself. At the back of the book you will find pattern pieces and a guide to the embroidery stitches used. (The Sewing Directory, july 12, 2010 )
Quilters' favorite C&T Publishing has a new imprint, Stash Books, which expands its titles to include general crafting topics. The Design Collective book series showcases groups of new fabric-craft designers and their work, and this little volume is one of their cutest so far. With 26 avian-themed projects to make from your stash, it's a wonderful resource for gift-making. (Quick Quilts, October 1, 2010 )
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Design Collective is an exciting new series of craft sewing books that showcase the work of a group of fresh, contemporary designers.
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47 of 47 people found the following review helpful
By NancyS
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book contains a colorful flock of fun and folksy sewing projects with a contemporary edge. The projects are varied: mobiles and ornaments and stuffies and aprons and quilts and wreaths fill the pages. It was hard to pick which project to start with. So far, I've made the peacock and I have 5 other projects earmarked.
I do want to offer some warning. Even though it claims to be for beginners, this book isn't really for anyone who doesn't have basic sewing skills. There isn't always precise step-by-step instructions- I had to fiddle a bit with the peacock's beak and tail to make it work. Luckily, most of these projects don't require careful precision. I think some fiddling gives each piece its own character.
Quite a few of the projects use embroidery for the finishing touches. There is a very basic guide to embroidery stitches in the back of the book but I think you would fare better if you hone your skills before tackling the projects that depend on your ability to do this well. Ditto for the quilts. I've never made a quilt and I would only feel comfortable attempting one from this book if I had some basic quilting skills already.
For somebody with strong sewing skills this book is 5 star. But, despite my intermediate-beginner status, I found enough projects in here to feel that the book was worth the purchase price.
I do want to offer some warning. Even though it claims to be for beginners, this book isn't really for anyone who doesn't have basic sewing skills. There isn't always precise step-by-step instructions- I had to fiddle a bit with the peacock's beak and tail to make it work. Luckily, most of these projects don't require careful precision. I think some fiddling gives each piece its own character.
Quite a few of the projects use embroidery for the finishing touches. There is a very basic guide to embroidery stitches in the back of the book but I think you would fare better if you hone your skills before tackling the projects that depend on your ability to do this well. Ditto for the quilts. I've never made a quilt and I would only feel comfortable attempting one from this book if I had some basic quilting skills already.
For somebody with strong sewing skills this book is 5 star. But, despite my intermediate-beginner status, I found enough projects in here to feel that the book was worth the purchase price.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By D. Witt
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I made the little bird on the cover and it is really cool. I changed the eyes by using plastic animal eyes and felt for lids. The instructions for the legs didn't work, so I had to figure it out on my own. Lots of variety in the patterns; I plan to make several other items from the book.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Can't wait to start making these little guys - maybe not all of them, but I consider each of them a prototype to encourage and spark creativity. Very clever, each is very different from the others (from embroidery to a journal cover, purse, etc.) and requires a minimum skill set. Birds are always 'in' and these cuties will be in demand by friends and family.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I love birds and this book has adorable bird-theme projects from toys to home decor to more functional items such as an applique and embroidery makeup bag. The 26 craft artists who have contributed to this book have come up with fun and beautiful designs any bird lover will enjoy, whether making them or receiving them as a gift.
The projects use different needle arts including embroidery, quilting, applique, knitting, and sewing. There are bird toys, Christmas ornaments, quilts, wreaths, and even a journal cover. I found several that I would like to make for tree ornaments this year.
At the beginning of each project the reader is introduced to the artist and information is given for their websites if they have one. Complete patterns and templates are given for all the projects at the end of the book, along with instructions for embroidery stitches. Some projects are a little more involved than others but the instructions are well written so even a novice craftsperson will not be intimidated.
The projects use different needle arts including embroidery, quilting, applique, knitting, and sewing. There are bird toys, Christmas ornaments, quilts, wreaths, and even a journal cover. I found several that I would like to make for tree ornaments this year.
At the beginning of each project the reader is introduced to the artist and information is given for their websites if they have one. Complete patterns and templates are given for all the projects at the end of the book, along with instructions for embroidery stitches. Some projects are a little more involved than others but the instructions are well written so even a novice craftsperson will not be intimidated.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Laura
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I expected an inspiring project/idea book for intermediate crafters and the item delivered!! Great as a starting point to get your creative juices flowing and come up with your own ideas or even to just do the projects as is and be assured you will get many compliments on them. I give it four stars as it is. My only criticism is that it is not a book for absolute beginner crafters as it suggests. For example, I have never quilted before and felt as though I should read a bit about quilting methods before tackling the quilts in the book. So, if you are a beginner and don't mind supplementing the book by doing a bit of research yourself on sewing, quilting, etc. or if you are an experienced crafter, then I think you will find value in it. However, expert crafters would probably find this book too basic for their needs. Don't let my four star review make you hesitate about this book, it really is effective for projects/ideas, I just don't personally give 5 stars to a craft book unless it gives you directions from start to finish for those of us new to the world of crafting.Little Birds: 26 Handmade Projects to Sew, Stitch, Quilt & Love (Design Collective)
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By A. W. FITCH
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was in a little birdie frame of mind when I found this cute book. I wanted to make birds for various projects and really liked several of the patterns. There are fat little birds, skinny little birds, birds that are flying and birds that are nesting. Many are stuffed projects, but there are embroidery projects, apron projects and a few other ideas as well. If you like birds, this book won't be a disappointment. I wouldn't recommend this as a first craft book for a brand new sewist however. You do need basic sewing skills and some prior crafting experience to understand it well.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Each pattern inside of this book is made by a different contributor and the projects offer all sorts of crafts to try out - quilting, embroidery, sewing, bird figurines, bags and bird houses. There is so much in this little book! And I want to make just about everything. And then, what I especially love about these series of books, is the fact that there is a little author bio and photo, complete with blog/Etsy shop links, right on the first page of the pattern. There are 26 projects to keep you busy. It is so unlike any craft book you will have come across in the bookstores lately. No matter what your crafty vice, there is something in here for you. There are projects for all skill levels and interests and you will never find yourself bored with this book on your shelf.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
gave as a gift
I gave this book as a gift for a very talented, craftsy friend of mine. She said she couldn't wait to start on the projects. The projects are very cute.
Published 1 month ago by B. Harding
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely projetcs but...
The projects in this book are lovely, there are several I want to make. My only complain is that the instructions are all written. Read more
Published 2 months ago by craftyworkaholic
5.0 out of 5 stars
Little fingers
More, more, more!! More little critters to create. This time
with sewing and quilting. We'll have a menagerie very soon!
with sewing and quilting. We'll have a menagerie very soon!
Published 5 months ago by S. M. Barnicle
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Little Birds
I love this book and I am delighted to find patterns that can be photo-copied! Except I bought the kindle version and don't know of a way to use the patterns. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Tiffany Richards
5.0 out of 5 stars
I got because they looked like things I could make
I got this while I was in CT and it was sent to FL so I haven't seen them yet. But I was able to see inside of the books so I know they are great.
Published 5 months ago by Alice C Kearns
5.0 out of 5 stars
little birds
i have started a 3 ft. mobile of birds of a feather for our childrens ward at the hospital ,this is my gift to them, it includes 50 baby birds
Published 6 months ago by Rose Kennedy
4.0 out of 5 stars
love it!
Ive only got about half way through the peacock design but I love it! It has more embroidery ideas than I thought. Read more
Published 10 months ago by bree
3.0 out of 5 stars
Harder than they look
These projects are harder to make than the advertising would imply. I've been sewing for a long time and am still struggling with my first projectfrom this book after several... Read more
Published 16 months ago by LongtimeSeamstress
3.0 out of 5 stars
Eh....
I thought I might buy this book, based on the preview and the reviews. However, after checking it out of the library, I find that the only project in this book I even MIGHT be... Read more
Published 17 months ago by LINDA Riley
5.0 out of 5 stars
little birds
Adorable. The projects are sweet and the colors are great. I love good pictures in this kind of book and they are there.
Published 21 months ago by janet tanner
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