The benefits of sewing are well known - nothing feeds the soul like the act of creativity and sewing garments and projects gives you a huge sense of satisfaction. Not to mention the enjoyment of wearing the finished garment!
Sewing is good for the soul and this collection of relaxed garments, accessories and loungewear sewing patterns is designed to soothe the soul and lift the spirits. But this book isn't just about the clothes, it's about the power of sewing to help you relax and unwind: there are smaller projects for hand sewing, the ultimate mindful craft, and quick dressmaking patterns for times when you want a sewing 'fix' but are a bit pushed for time.
As well as the sewing projects there is also a smattering of delicious recipes to feed more than just the soul! Sewing and baking have always been natural bed fellows and this collection features garments, cakes and drinks to celebrate every season whether it's 'Mullered Wine' in the winter or a delicious Lemon Drizzle Cake for the summer.
There are full-size, graded patterns (up to a UK size 26/US size 22) for 10 easy-to-wear garments including pyjama pants, a linen T shirt, a summer dress and palazzo pants. This means that you can find your perfect size and get sewing straight away without having to print out the patterns. The designs are for relaxed-fit clothes and 'loungewear', which are suitable for both work and home and all the garment instructions have written step-by-steps and diagrams making them suitable for all abilities.
Unlike other sewing collections Sewing for the Soul takes you on a journey throughout the year with sewing patterns, projects, recipes and drinks to take you from season to season. Each season has a slow sewing project for when you have more time, a quick sewing project so that even the time-poor can get a therapeutic sewing 'fix' and either a hand sewing project, such as embroidering a decorative detail onto one of the garments, or a reinvention project. This means that, by the end of the year, you will have a whole new wardrobe to be proud of and will have spent many relaxing hours mindfully making.
ISBN-13: 9781446308745
Media Type: Paperback
Publisher: David & Charles
Publication Date: 08-31-2021
Pages: 128
Product Dimensions: 8.20(w) x 10.70(h) x 0.90(d)
Jules Fallon is an established indie pattern designer and owner of the brand Sew Me Something, she is also an experienced author and teacher. Jules is a regular on the sewing, quilting and craft show circuit in the UK and hosts regular workshops and retreats on dressmaking and sewing.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Tools & materials
Projects:
Spring
• Slow sewing - a dress with pockets and collar detail
• Quick project - a simple linen T shirt with a neck binding
• Hand sewing project - embroidered flowers around the neckline of
the T shirt
• Recipes to feed your soul - Chocolate Orange Cake and Homemade
Mocha Latte
Summer
• Slow sewing - Wide leg palazzo pants with a proper fly
• Quick Project - A shirred top or summer dress
• Reinvention project - old duvet into a sleep set - Camisole and shorts
• Recipes to feed your soul - Lemon Drizzle Cake and Elderflower Cordial
Autumn
• Slow sewing - Shirt with a traditional 2 piece collar
• Quick Project - Long sleeved t shirt
• Reinvention project - Felted Jumper into a patchwork blanket
• Recipes to feed your soul - Cinnamon Apple Cake and Spiced Cider
Winter
• Slow sewing - Lined coat simple but elegant
• Quick Project - Comfy PJ bottoms
• Hand sewing project – Appliqué Christmas Stocking
• Recipes to feed your soul - Rich Fruit Cake and Mulled Wine
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