Pretty Little Felts: Mixed-Media Crafts To Tickle Your Fancy (Paperback)

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Key Phrases: glitter circles, wool beads, seam binding, Needle Book (more...)

Editorial Reviews

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The use of mixed media distinguishes this delightful craft book. Although felt is certainly the base of all the projects, the items made are incredibly diverse, and the materials used even more so. Take, for instance, the vintage powder box, which uses silk flowers and broken necklaces to achieve the uniquely elegant box. Although many of the projects have a vintage flair, there are also more modern designs, especially in the section called “Playthings.” Other whimsically titled sections are “Tickle Your Fancy,” “Nooks & Crannies,” and “Beads & Baubles.” A thorough explanation of felting will be helpful to novice artisans. Any crafter will find something to try—and love—in this charming book. --Mary Frances Wilkens

Product Description

Pretty Little Felts features a wide range of pretty and functional projects from useful items, like a colorfully embellished needle book and zippered pouch, to a number of whimsical and playful offerings, like tiny flowers with crochet-edged petals and paper dolls. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions accompany the 24 projects, and crafters of all skill levels will appreciate the comprehensive getting started guide and bonus gallery of 25 project variations. Crafters who enjoy simple sewing and mixed-media art will appreciate the combination of both aspects in these fancy little felt projects.

Places an entirely new spin on projects made from felt by mixing this popular craft material with paper, beads, glitter, mica, metal, vintage fabrics and more

This title combines two of the hottest crafts - sewing and mixed-media arts - to create a plethora of beautiful projects that readers can't resist.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: North Light Books (October 3, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1600610900
• ISBN-13: 978-1600610905
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #204,406 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Charming, Inspiring, and Do-able, October 8, 2008

By	Jeannine "Jeannine" (New York) - See all my reviews

This beautiful book provides detailed instructions and lovely photographs for making charming fabric art projects. I love to sew, but I have always stuck to clothing. This book has opened a new door for me! Mrs. Collings provides detailed stitching instruction, so that this book is great for sewing novices, too. Each project is uniquely beautiful, from the mixed-media "quiet book" on the cover, to felt bead jewelry, tiny cloth stuffies, precious vintage-inspired angels (reminiscent of those my grandma used to display on the piano at Christmas time!), and so much more. It's a joy to look at, too. This book is perfect for anyone interested in "creating," and it's a necessity for anyone who has stockpiled fabric and felt scraps, vintage baubles, glitter, and buttons!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sewing Season!, October 8, 2008

By	A. Huff "Amy Huff" (Dallas, Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've always had a deep admiration for sewers but feel like it's not something I can really do. Julie Collings' book has opened the door for me to try my hand at it again with lovely little projects that seem like they would make the perfect gifts. I'm giving it another shot and this book has been a real inspiration.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It FELT Good, December 6, 2008

By	denise lombardozzi (st.charles,missouri) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It did!
It felt good to absorb all of the inspiration this book has packed within it's delightful covers!I will use it over & over again to jump start my creativity!
Thanks for asking!