Use leftover fat quarters to create 16 beautiful bags! Who knew just two fat quarters can be used in so many ways? For the birthday that's on the way, or a festive holiday that needs more sparkle, conquer that pile of odd fat quarters you've stashed away and make 16 beautiful bags for you or your loved ones. The projects inside range from accessory essentials like an evening clutch and cross-body handbag, to invaluable carriers that will see you through your daily tasks such as a fold-away shopper and lunch tote. Start off with an easy-to-follow crash-course on the essential techniques you'll need – from adding a zip and bias binding to creating patchwork. Then, jump straight into your stash and get stitching! Each project includes inspiring photography, instructive hand-drawn illustrations and heaps of handy hints and tips from bag-sewing expert, Debbie von Grabler -Crozier. Ideal for sewists of all abilities, this is the ultimate, affordable stash-busting project book that will get you making practical items too.

“With its diverse selection of fabrics and designs, A Quilting Life is a fine pick for any quilter looking to produce family-oriented keepsake results.” —The Needlecraft Shelf Bring the handmade tradition home with these charming quilts and home accessories. Inspired by a grandmother who loved to sew for her family, quilter and blogger Sherri McConnell gives traditional patterns like hexagons, stars, snowballs, and Dresden Plates a new look featuring fabrics by some of today’s most popular designers. Nineteen cozy projects include pillows, tote bags, table runners, and larger quilts—quick and easy designs that make great gifts. “Sherri’s book is a treasure! It’s full of fun and straight-forward patterns for quilts, table toppers, pillows, bags and more—all the goodies to make a cozy home.” —Thimbleanna “Would you like the opportunity to make tomorrow’s heirlooms in today’s vast selection of prints? . . . If so, this could be the reference book that will get you started. There are 19 projects, mainly focusing on handmade household items but including some larger quilts too.” —Fabrications Quilting for You “Beautiful inspiration if you are a seasoned quilter, but also a great resource with clear and in some cases, simple patterns for newbies as well.” —Diary of a Quilter “Color photos of finished needlework projects accompany step-by-step diagrams and assembly patterns, while at-a-glance sidebars covering materials and cutting allow needleworkers to gauge the complexity of each project.” —The Needlecraft Shelf

Learn quilting basics from a YouTube sensation and practice your skills with 12 fun projects suitable for all skill levels. Her instructional videos have inspired thousands to start sewing. Now for the first time, sew-lebrity Laura Coia shares written patterns for the most loved video tutorials on her “Sew Very Easy” YouTube channel! Learn the basics of quilt making, from cutting and pressing to borders and finishing. Then practice your skills with a dozen beautiful projects—quilts you’ll come back to time and time again—all suitable for beginners and beyond.

Pick two favorite fabrics and sew a clever ruffled pouch or an adorable fabric basket with ties or a handy drawstring ditty bag. Choose from six patterns in all, each of which can be stitched from two fat quarters. Flip through the pages for color combinations galore. From holiday prints to bright and cheerful candy colors to tried-and-true red, white, and blue, you'll find so many color variations to spark your creativity.

Make roomy totes, a fun way to play with color and pattern.

What's a fat quarter? An 18 x 22 inch bit of fabric that often languishes in a stitcher's stash. With this creative collection, crafters can transform that material into a variety of wonderful things. Use one fat quarter for a bowl cover. Take two coordinating quarters and make a patchwork frame. From bags and blankets to quilts and curtains, you'll be amazed how far they go!

"Part of a new series of stash-busting sewing books aimed at beginner to intermediate crafters, this book features 25 quick and easy projects to make - and all from half a yard of fabric or less. Each project has easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography, as well as a comprehensive tools-and-techniques section."--