Softies Only a Mother Could Love: Lovable Friends for You to Sew, Knit, or Crochet [Paperback]

Jess Redman (Editor), Meg Leder (Editor)

Book Description

Release date: February 3, 2009

Quirky and cuddly handmade toys? easy to make and even easier to love.

This collection of softy crafts shares 21 full-color, fun, fresh, and personable projects designed by crafters from around the world, from quirky monsters and loveable rabbits, to a monkey named Mabel and an endearing creature named Plurbit. With little more than needle, thread, and scraps of fabric, readers can make their own softies. There are quick and easy sewing projects for beginners, as well as more advanced designs for those looking for a bigger challenge.

Each unique toy includes a detailed pattern, step-by- step instructions, and tips and tricks to ensure perfect results. There?s also an easy-to-read glossary that explains all of the terms and techniques readers might come across.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Jess Redman has always harbored a secret love of crafting and has a weakness for cute, unconventional soft toys.

Meg Leder likes to make sock monkeys. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Perigee Trade; Original edition (February 3, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399534849
• ISBN-13: 978-0399534843
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 8.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #541,319 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #58 in Books > Arts & Photography > Performing Arts > Theater > Puppets & Puppetry

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good designs, but... January 20, 2010

By K. Hudgins

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

I love the designs in this book, but I hate the fact that the templates are printed right inside the book. This means you'll have to copy and enlarge them. Enlarging can be a real challenge.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Cute, but could be more detailed October 15, 2010

By Pip

Format:Paperback

Haven't tried all of the projects yet, so I can't speak for all of them, but the ones I did try were nice and simple for a beginner like me. However, I found that some were a bit vague in the instruction, and while a veteran sewer could probably figure out what to do, a stupid n00b like me struggled to figure out just how to do some of the projects.

However, I suppose all that can be blamed by my lack of skill.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book!!! April 23, 2009

By H. M. Hays

Format:Paperback

This book is great and gorgeous. It's great to learn how to make your first softies (softies that I know well from the artist's blogs). It's gorgeous with beautiful pictures and a very inviting layout. The artists are so generous to share their patterns! I have tried already a couple and it was easy. And it also help me to open my mind and make my own designs!
It's a book worth it to buy, have and enjoy!