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Wabi-Sabi Sewing By Karen Lewis

Wabi-Sabi Sewing by Karen Lewis


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Summary

Capture the essence of Japanese style in your sewing with this collection of projects inspired by the wabi-sabi concept of 'perfect imperfection'. This collection of 20 sewing projects for home decor and accessories is based on the popular Japanese aesthetic philosophy of wabi-sabi, which celebrates the beauty in the ordinary and imperfect.

Wabi-Sabi Sewing Summary

Wabi-Sabi Sewing: 20 sewing patterns for perfectly imperfect projects by Karen Lewis

Capture the essence of Japanese style in your sewing with this collection of projects inspired by the wabi-sabi concept of 'perfect imperfection'. This collection of 20 sewing projects for home decor and accessories is based on the popular Japanese aesthetic philosophy of wabi-sabi, which celebrates the beauty in the ordinary and imperfect. Designer Karen Lewis, has used a limited palette of earthy tones and the best quality natural fabrics including linen, cotton, denim and wool to create a stunning collection of simple, sewn projects. Try out some simple wabi-sabi style sewing techniques such as hand piecing, sashiko embroidery, big stitch quilting, and visible mending to create unique items for your home whether it's a full-sized bed quilt, simple coasters for your favourite mug or a stunning scarf to wrap up in.

About Karen Lewis

Karen Lewis is quilt designer and tutor, a fabric designer for Robert Kaufman and an author - her previous title, Screen Printing at Home, was published in 2013. Karen travels widely to attend quilt shows and teach. She runs workshops at Quilt Con each year and regularly attends the Festival of Quilts in the UK. Karen is one of the founders of quilt retreat and pattern company, The Thread House, which she set up with two other prominent British quilt designers in 2016.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Tools and Materials

LIVING
Cushion
Wall Hanging
Pouffe
Mug Coasters
Lap Quilt

EATING
Apron
Pot Holder
Tea Towel
Table Runner
Placemats

EXPLORING
Zipper Purse
Tote Bag
Scarf
Visible Mend Picnic Quilt

SLEEPING
Laundry Bag
Coat Hanger Cover
Stitched Pillowcases
Hot Water Bottle Sleeve
Bed Quilt

Templates
Techniques Suppliers

Additional information

GOR010356008
9781446307090
1446307093
Wabi-Sabi Sewing: 20 sewing patterns for perfectly imperfect projects by Karen Lewis
Used - Like New
Paperback
David & Charles
2018-08-14
128
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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