Debbie Shore started her career as a children's television presenter and since then has appeared regularly on television both as an actress and selling products on a shopping channel. Debbie has also hosted live fashion shows with a major fashion store, produces her own range of instructional DVDs and writes for several popular sewing magazines. She is now a bestselling author and has written 12 books for Search Press, with several more underway. Debbie was voted Sewing Designer of the Year in the Immediate Media British Craft Awards 2017. She lives in Lincolnshire. Visit her website at: www.debbieshoresewing.com.
Part of the 'Love to Sew' series, this is another delightful
collection of projects from the author of Half Yard Heaven and Half
Yard Christmas. All the projects can be made by a beginner as the
requirements are simple and the instructions are clear. Debbie uses
imaginative, free-machine embroidery on quite a few simple items to
liven them up and brighten up your home. This book will make an
excellent present for a young or new sewer ... We especially love
the bottle cosy and the cafetiere cover and there's also a fun
toaster cover designed like a caravan.
*Love to Make*
Contemporary style, easy-to-sew accessories for the home. From
quilted tea cosies to tablet covers, there are 18 projects. This
book has cute designs that have wide appeal. There’s nothing really
new shape-wise but Debbie brings individual style and a clean
modern look to timeless patterns. An excellent stocking filler for
those new to sewing. The basic quilting and sewing section will
help beginners with its step by step instructions that include
mitred corners. Templates have been provided. Wrap it, protect it
and cover it
*Karen Platt- yarnsandfabrics.co.uk*
There are many items that require a cover to perform at their best,
or merely to act as a case to prevent damage. Why not make
these items yourself and make them attractive to match your
décor? They also make great gifts. As does this book if you
can bear to part with it. This is a good book for those who
have not done quilting before to practice some different skills,
and at the front is a section where you can learn the basics.
Get to grips with piping, quilting essentials, making bias binding
to match your project, mitring corners and more before tackling a
project. Total sewing beginners are advised to learn the
fundamentals elsewhere, but this is not intended to be that
rudimentary. Projects list what you need and have written
instructions with a few photographs of the item in progress for
tricky parts, although not with every item. Templates for
appliqué etc are at the back but mostly it is a case of measuring
out simple shapes while you learn about wadding, stitching methods
and appliqué. As well as tea and egg cozies you can find a
mug hug, covers for hot water bottles, tablets, books and
cellphones and fun ways of hiding away toilet rolls, tissue boxes
and your sewing machine. My favorite has to be the caravan
shaped cover for a toaster! The style is modern and bright,
with playful designs featuring birds, beach huts, trees and
umbrellas. This is a great way to learn about quilting and shows
that it isn’t all about large projects like bed covers, but can be
used to make many smaller items more interesting.
*Rachel Hyde - Myshelf.com*
I'm new to quilting and Debbie's range of books are brilliant for
me. Debbie has designed the projects in this book so they are as
simple as possible. This doesn't make the designs any less and if
you are more seasoned she wants you to add your own flourish to her
designs. Debbie takes you through the basics at the start of the
book. This covers everything from materials, tools and techniques.
There are clear instructions with pictures to make it easier for
you to understand. I love Debbie's tips that help you. Sometimes as
a beginner it's those little things that make such a difference
once you have learnt them. Wow what an amazing amount of projects.
I love Debbie's use of colour and fun designs that make you smile.
They are bright cheerful and so much fun. Each of the projects are
fun to make and quite a quick make so you can get a quick fix
easily. They are perfect for a beginner but yet ideal for any level
of sewer. There are so many of the projects that I want to make as
gifts for friends and family. It's a book that will make you smile
and keep you happy whilst making. This is another fantastic
addition to the Love to Sew range and Debbie Shore's books.
*Crochet Addict UK*
In this latest title from the Love to Sew series, Debbie presents
18 gorgeous projects with a modern twist. From covers for
phones, tablets and hair straighteners to cosies for coffee pots,
mugs and our sewing machines, there is something for
everyone. Projects are suitable for both beginners and those
with more sewing experience. Excellent value for money.
*East Kent Embroiderers Guild*
January 2016 Best-selling author Debbie Shore has designed 18
gorgeous quilted projects that sewers of all abilities will want to
make and all the templates are provided. There are cosies to keep
things warm plus covers to keep things protected such as tablets
and phones.
*Machine Knitting Monthly*
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