Sewing School

The best-selling authors of the Sewing School ® series are back, introducing kids to the creativity of stitching patchwork, appliqué, and quilts. Using dynamic how-to photos and step-by-step instructions written for ages 8 to 12, Amie Petronis Plumley and Andria Lisle teach a variety of techniques using both hand and machine sewing. The 15 projects range from decorative to practical, including an appliquéd family crest wall hanging, a patchwork pet bed, a crazy-quilt journal cover, and a quilt made from recycled T-shirts. Every project features encouraging suggestions for making truly one-of-a-kind items that express the creative spirit of each young maker. Also available in this series: Sewing School ®,Sewing School ® 2, Sewing School ® Fashion Design, and Sewing School ® Box Set. The best-selling children's sewing series now invites kids ages 8 to 12 to discover the fulfilling fun of patchwork quilting. Step-by-step photos show every stage of the techniques and projects Amie Petronis Plumley and Andria Lisle are the authors of Sewing School ®, Sewing School ®2, and Sewing School ®Quilts. Plumley is an elementary school teacher in Memphis, Tennessee, where she inspires students to sew in the classroom, in an after-school sewing club, and at a wildly popular summer sewing camp. Lisle is cultural curator at Fourth Bluff in downtown Memphis, part of the national initiative Reimagining the Civic Commons. They blog together at sewingschool.blogspot.com. A Note to You from the Authors About This Book: An Introduction for Adults Getting Started    Welcome to Sewing School Quilts    Lesson 1: How to Use this Book    Lesson 2: Anatomy of a Quilt    Lesson 3: In Your Sewing Kit    Lesson 4: Quilting Rules    Lesson 5: Finding Out about Fabric    Lesson 6: Get to Know Batting    Lesson 7: Math + Quilts    Lesson 8: Pattern Play    Lesson 9: Making a Quilt Top    Lesson 10: How to Bind a Quilt    Lesson 11: Time to Quilt Art Quilts    Embroidery 101    Personal Placemat    Cozy eCover    Selfie Quilt Foundation Piecing    Foundation Piecing 101    Scrappy Journal    Tiny Treasures Pouch    I Spy Quilt Patchwork    Patchwork 101    Patches the Dog    Pet Mat    Waterfall Quilt Appliqué    Appliqué 101    Family Crest    Fabric Story    Say Anything Quilt Recycled    Recycled Fabrics 101    Pocket Tic-Tac-Toe    Stuff I Wore Mat    T-Shirt Quilt 10 Uses for Quilts Skill Builder 1: Machine-Sewing Skills Skill Builder 2: Hand-Sewing Skills Skill Builder 3: Oops! Look It Up: Quilting Dictionary Index Piece Together Some Cozy Fun! Grab your sewing machine, some fabulous fabric scraps, and this book full of ideas for making 15 one-of-a-kind quilting projects that are all about you.  "I love the idea of getting kids excited about sewing for themselves and couldn't be more enthusiastic about this book!" - Heather Ross, fabric designer and author of Weekend Sewing   "This book introduces a new generation to the age-old tradition of quilt making. Straightforward patterns designed to appeal to today's kids make it a must-have. The selfie quilt? Brilliant!" - Abby Glassenberg, While She Naps

Kids can sew too! This inspiring guide includes 21 fun sewing projects for children ages 5 and up. With easy-to-follow illustrated instructions and cut-out patterns, young crafters will quickly be sewing up colorful pillows, potholders, dolls, blankets, and more. These kid-tested projects require only minimal supervision and most can be made using simple hand stitches, so no sewing machine is required. With plenty of encouragement and helpful tips, Sewing School ® helps young sewers develop their skills while sparking a passion that will last a lifetime.  Also available in this series: Sewing School ® 2,Sewing School ® Fashion Design, Sewing School ® Quilts, and Sewing School ® Box Set. Andria Lisle is coauthor of Sewing School®, Sewing School 2®, Sewing School Quilts, and Sewing School® Fashion Design. She is Curator of Strategic Engagement at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.  Amie Petronis Plumley is coauthor of Sewing School®, Sewing School® 2, Sewing School® Quilts, and Sewing School® Fashion Design. She is an elementary school teacher at Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal School in Memphis, Tennessee, where she inspires students to sew in the classroom, in an after-school sewing club, and at a wildly popular summer sewing camp.  I Made It Myself! Kids everywhere are showing off their stitching skills as they learn to sew their very own fun things with needle and thread. Sewing nurtures creativity, develops coordination, and boosts confidence, but kids know that it's just plain fun.   A Note to You from the Authors About this Book: An Introduction for Adults Welcome to Sewing School! Lesson One: How to Use this Book Lesson Two: In Your Sewing Kit Lesson Three: Finding Out about Fabric Lesson Four: Sewing School Rules Lesson Five: Ready, Set, Thread Lesson Six: Get Your Stitch On Lesson Seven: Patterns Down Pat Lesson Eight: Button Up Lesson Nine: Bring Your Project to Life Lesson Ten: Stuff It! Lesson Eleven: Making Casings Lesson Twelve: Pop Quiz Hug So Soft Pillow, Stuffies, Your Little Friend, Take-It-With-You Blanket Hold It! Hold-My-Stuff Bag, Wonder Wallet, Draw-It-Up Tote, Just-Right Pouch, Get-to-Work Apron Give Cute Coasters, Quiet Mouse, Eye-See-You Case, Too-Hot Holder Wear Sweet Dreams Mask, Hat Attack!, Superhero Cuff, My Doll's Very Own Skirt, My Very Own Skirt, My Very Own Apron Recycle & Repair Save-My-T-Shirt Pillow, Scrappy Art Pin, Felt Patch, Iron-On Patch, Where Oh Where Is My Button?, My Hem is Falling!, Repair That Rip, Close Those Holes Vet Clinic Holey Moley!, Have You Seen My Leg?, I Can't See! Look It Up: Sewing School Dictionary Find It Yourself: Sewing School Resource Guide Index

For kids who have mastered hand sewing, machine sewing opens up exciting new possibilities! Sewing School ®2 offers 20 creative projects designed for children ages 7 and up, including cloth pencil cases, purses, wall pockets, and even a fabric guitar. Illustrated step-by-step instructions show kids how to thread a sewing machine, select an appropriate stitch, and choose fabrics and patterns that evoke their own unique style. Suggestions for creative variations open up endless possibilities for kids to imaginatively personalize their fabric creations.  Also available in this series: Sewing School ®,Sewing School ® Fashion Design, Sewing School ® Quilts, and Sewing School ® Box Set. Andria Lisle is coauthor of Sewing School®, Sewing School 2®, Sewing School Quilts, and Sewing School® Fashion Design. She is Curator of Strategic Engagement at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.  Amie Petronis Plumley is coauthor of Sewing School®, Sewing School® 2, Sewing School® Quilts, and Sewing School® Fashion Design. She is an elementary school teacher at Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal School in Memphis, Tennessee, where she inspires students to sew in the classroom, in an after-school sewing club, and at a wildly popular summer sewing camp.  A Note to You from the Authors About this Book: An Introduction for Adults Getting Started Welcome to Sewing School 2! Lesson One: How to Use This Book Lesson Two: How to Choose a Sewing Machine Lesson Three: In Your Sewing Kit Lesson Four: Sewing Machine School Rules Lesson Five: Finding Out about Fabric Lesson Six: Patterns Lesson Seven: Ready, Set, Thread Lesson Eight: Get Your Machine Stitches On Lesson Nine: It's Time to Sew Lesson Ten: Turn the Good Side Out Lesson Eleven: Stuffing and Topstitching Lesson Twelve: Bring Your Project to Life Lesson Thirteen: Pop Quiz Stitching Sampler Square Pins Pincushion Sewing Machine Cozy In My Room Secret Message Pillow Welcome to My Room Sleepy Bear Wall Pocket Stripy Quilt Let's Go Cookie Coin Saver Tag Along Art-to-Go-Go Zippy Pouch eHold Time to Play Hip Hip Hooray! Bunting Quiet Play Etc. Backpack Superstar Microphone Rock On Guitar The Great Outdoors Snack Time Extra Pocket & Belt Portable Tree Stump Water Bottle Holder Patchwork Scarf Skill Builder 1: Hand Sewing Skills Skill Builder 2: Oops! More for Grown-Ups: Sewing with a Group Find It Yourself: Resource Guide Index Graduate from hand-sewing to the endless possibilities of sewing with a machine. Learn the basics -- threading the machine, feeding the fabric -- and then work your way through twenty fun projects that will carry your stuff, keep you warm, and decorate your room.