Mini Quilting: 35 modern projects: Quick-To-Make Hand- and Machine-Sewing Designs to Use Up Fabric from Your Stash

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Discover the flourishing craft of QUILTING with these 35 BEAUTIFUL and INNOVATIVE mini projects that are an ECO-FRIENDLY way to use up scraps of fabric.

Designed by expert crafter LAURA STRUTT, this collection is packed with STUNNING homewares, bags, wall hangings, gifts for kids and more.

As well as being quick and fun to sew, these mini quilting projects are the perfect way to try out different techniques. They're ideal for beginners as well as experienced quilters who are looking for new ideas.

Start out with extra-small makes, perfect for sewing swaps, from a beautiful gadget sleeve to a cute bookmark and a pen holder.

For your home, sew a lightning bolt wall hanging, a striking lampshade and a plant-pot cover. Learn how to make stylish bags and purses including a box pouch, a mini wallet and an on-the-go sewing bag.

Theres also a chapter of adorable gifts for kids, such as an appliqu baby book and a dinosaur taggie quilt.

The projects introduce you to a wide range of techniques including hand- and machine-piecing. Theres also a guide to fabrics and tools, as well as step-by-step instructions for all the skills youll need.

Author Bio

Laura Strutt is the author of many craft books including Tunisian Crochet for Beginners,35 Knitted Baby Blankets,Modern Crocheted Shawls & Wraps and Simple Hand Sewing, all published by CICO Books. She lives in Suffolk with her husband and two children. Discover more of Lauras designs, technique guides and crafty inspiration on her creative lifestyle website, www.madepeachy.com.