Its a Wrap: Sewing Fabric Purses, Baskets, and Bowls

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  • Florida Pam

    > 24 hour

    I learned to make these baskets from the internet. When I bought the book, I hoped to improve my skills. Unfortunately, the book is too little too late. I paid for a book that didnt teach me anything new.

  • Theresa

    > 24 hour

    Bought this book because I had borrowed my friends for far too long. Great book to get you started with this type of craft. I disagree with this author on one issue. When cutting the fabric it should be cut on the bias (less chance of fraying).

  • Carol Lovejoy

    > 24 hour

    Gave me good instructions. Had fun with my projects.

  • Miss mollie

    > 24 hour

    Great diagrams and instructions.

  • J. Wolf

    > 24 hour

    This is the first time Ive reviewed a craft book, though I have a history of buying many and never really using them. I had to write to add my recommendation for this book to those others have written. The directions in this book are so clear and the project pictures so inspirational that I immediately went to work to make my first bowl. That was followed in the same day by another. I had a full box of fabric I considered too ugly to use for any quilts, but I dug into it and found it had new life as bowl material. In fact, the ugliest fabric I used looked fantastic when cut into strips and wrapped around the clothesline into the bowls coils. (Note: finding the clothesline in a local store is the hardest part of making these bowls. Be sure to do some comparison shopping before purchasing your clothesline. I found mine at Wal-Mart for less than a quarter of the price it was at the hardware store). You do not need a fancy sewing machine to make these bowls. Any machine that does a zig-zag stitch will work. I decided to use my Berninas walking foot after some experimentation, but it certainly isnt necessary to be successful. I am already thinking about my next bowls and the great gifts they will make for birthdays and Christmas. The possibilities for embellishment are endless. I am already imagining how I can twist funky yarns or metallic floss around with the fabric to create a whole new surface texture. Also, dont feel like you are limited to using 100 percent cotton on these bowls. On my second bowl I used a metallic-looking lame and some thin velvet strips and they were gorgeous. I plan to do some beading to really make this bowl zing. You are only limited by your imagination in making these bowls your own individual creations. I dont consider myself an artist. I usually need clear instructions to get a project going. But on these bowls I really felt like I created something special right from the get-go. I recommend this book and the bowls very highly.

  • Barb

    > 24 hour

    I would like to have seen more purses/bags in this book, but purchased it for the technique. The book covers the process very well. I will keep this book. It could also be a way to do an artful wall hanging.

  • Bettybakebake

    > 24 hour

    I had a bunch of long strips of vintage fabrics for rugmaking. I was looking for more ideas on using my stash. Lots of pictures. I did kindle first but the actual book is very worth it.

  • Donna W.

    > 24 hour

    I really like this book. It is easy to follow and I have begun to make my first bowl!

  • Vicki Williams

    > 24 hour

    Book has some amazing projects involving wrapping fabric strips around cotton clothes line. I havent tried anything yet, but I have all of the materials listed to make a bowl.

  • Susan D

    > 24 hour

    This book has been very useful as a fun guide to several projects. I received it, in great condition and it arrived without delay. Many thanks.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ That Patchwork Place; 1.2.2007 edition (August 14, 2006)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 80 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 156477662X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1564776624
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.25 x 10.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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