Make - Cath Kidston
Synopsis This book includes FREE tote bag with project materials for Cath Kidston fans to design their own bag. For the very first time renowned designer Cath Kidston gives fans and craft enthusiasts the opportunity to make their own projects and gifts using Cath’s own motifs. Make! includes 16 pattern templates of Cath’s most popular motifs, inspired by vintage prints found in car boot and jumble sales and reinvented in cool modern colours. Divided into chapters on different techniques, stenciling, appliqué, embroidery and patchwork , this exciting new book includes a collection of 30 projects (among them bags, cushions, clothes and stationery) as well as masses of extra ideas for how to use the patterns, this book is suitable for both beginner and the semi-pro. The book ends with a section of basic sewing tips and techniques. Readers will also receive a free tote bag and project materials to help them get started on their own venture of Cath Kidston merchandise, whether it’s for the kitchen table, pillows, window curtains or to kit out friends and family. With the current mood for make-do-and-mend, Make! is sure to be an instant hit with all lovers of the Cath Kidston brand and craft enthusiasts alike.

Our Verdict:
This is great little project book, if you like Cath Kidston’s style there is plenty of inspiration here. It starts with a free tote bag, and ends with a collection of templates of Cath’s most popular motifs. In between there is advice on basic embroidery stitches and how to Appliqué as well as projects for the kitchen, bedroom, bags, clothing, kids and gifts, along with useful addresses of where to find vintage items and the materials needed for the projects. Young, or old this is an inspiring gift for creating your own projects.

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