Hand Embroidery: Stitches at a Glance – Lakes Makerie

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by Lotta Jandotter of surface pattern and block print fame with patterns by Alexia Marcelle Abegg of Green Bee Patterns and Cotton and Steel fame.I love, love, love this book, full of great patterns, inspirational styling, and beautiful fabrics. A classic that every home sewist should have in their library!

TAUKO is a new sewing Magazine from Finland. In the second issue you will find 10 designs by international designers with step by step sewing guidelines and full size paper patterns. This issue explores the theme “Kinship” in articles, essays, columns, recommendations and interviews which highlight the importance of crafting in creating communities and new cultural traditions.

Making use of soft linen, bold floral patterns, sturdy twill and sheer knits you’ll learn to make wrap maxi dresses, voluminous trousers and zero waste tops. All patterns come in 9 sizes from bust width 31” / 78cm to 57.5” / 146cm.

TAUKO Magazine is a pioneering independent print publication for home sewists around the world. The vast horizon of crafts, culture and climate is featured in sewing patterns, interviews, columns, articles, tips and recommendations by international contributors.
TAUKO is a 128-page collectable that measures in at 275mm high x 215mm wide. There are four folded paper pattern sheets included with the magazine. It is printed in Estonia with a glue and stitch binding to secure durability and easy reading.

In Wardrobe Embroidery, Warunee Bolstad of @plystreknitwear shows you how to easily breathe new life into your wardrobe by adding embroidery to clothes both old and new. Warunee presents a collection of charming embroidery patterns, ranging from beginner-friendly hearts and daisies to intricate floral arrangements. Use these lovely designs to freshen up worn out blouses and jeans or to personalize plain white t-shirts and boring bags. Colorful step-by-step photos will help you master your stitching technique and offer inspiration for developing your own embroidery designs.

You’ll also find Warunee’s nine signature knitting patterns, which provide the perfect canvas for embroidered embellishments. From classic crewnecks and cabled cardigans to elegant handbags and cozy neckwarmers, these beautiful and simple designs offer sustainable style for everyday life.

Repair your well-loved clothes beautifully! An inspiring guide to eco-friendly and sustainable fashion, The Mending Directory offers 50 modern stitch patterns and sashiko visible mending designs to transform your favorite pieces from worn-out to wow! Perfect for both beginners and those with sewing experience, this guide will help you save money, building your sewing and stitching skills, and make stunning fashion statements. Each sashiko pattern is organized by skill level and feature a variety of styles for all kinds of wearables. From geometric grid-based patterns to charming nature-inspired designs, The Mending Directory has something for everyone and every item in need of TLC!

144 pages, Softcover, 6.75 x 0.75 x 9.25 inches

Learn how to:

Repair knitted and woven fabrics
Work with flat and curved surfaces
Artfully repair comfy, well-made socks and gloves
Make a statement with creative patching
Fill in holes with roving using felting techniques
Use embroidery to visibly mend frays or damage from the odd cat claw
Apply other tips and techniques to torn, worn, or stained favorites

Creative as well as practical, mending is both a source of pleasure and an eco-friendly fashion statement. Instead of buying more stuff with less meaning, this method allows you to hold on to the things that have a special place in your heart. As fast fashion has rapidly expanded, mending has re-emerged as a popular, environmentally-friendly movement around the world.

Hardcover

Just the right size for your project bag! We love this little embroidery stitch reference book by Janice Vaine,

A 4” x 6” pocket reference featuring 30 favorite embroidery stitches. Includes step-by-step illustrations and instructions, along with dozens of embroidery stitch options and stitching tips. Helpful needle and thread charts make this a handy reference.