Pretty Little Projects

Three really cute books just recently crossed my desk. Being a fan of quiliting, I was very intrigued by their covers and the sweet projects described in them! the three books are Pretty Little Patchwork, Pretty Little Potholders and Pretty Little Cozies. All three books were edited by Valerie VanArsdale Shrader and published by Lark Books. The books are a little smaller than your average non-fiction title, which makes them the perfect size to prop up on your table while you are completing several of the projects contained in the books! Pretty Little Patchwork contains 32 projects that are colorful and modern and have a twist of vintage chic. Projects include sachets, a fabric clock, a mini quilt or a handy bag, all made from piecing strips and pieces of fabric together. Pretty Little Potholders offers thirty imaginative designs to make cute potholders, using creative techniques such as applique' and felting. Beginners will appreciate the basic sewing and hand stitching instructions and seasoned sewers will enjoy learning new tips such as how to use digital photo transfer fabric. Pretty Little Cozies offers a new take on how to make cozies, those fabric covers that are used to protect all of our "can't-live-without" belongings such as cell phones, checkbooks, and mp3 players. This book details several cutting-edge projects that are colorful, modern, playful and feminine that are made with new and recycled fabrics and are packed full of clever design elements and intriguing details. Try out one of these books for a cute craft project that won't take up too much of your time!!