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Tilda Sunshine Sewing

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Tilda Sunshine Sewing by Tone Finnanger is a charming guide that combines creativity with elegance, inspired by the themes of sunshine and Scandinavian design. The book offers step-by-step instructions for crafting beautiful sewing projects, including quilts and home accessories, all infused with a touch of vibrant colour and whimsical style. It's an ideal artistic companion for anyone eager to brighten their surroundings with handmade charm.
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You might enjoy this book if you love crafting beautiful, contemporary sewing projects that infuse delightful charm into everyday items. It is perfect for those who are inspired by creative use of textile prints and colours and want to bring a touch of sunshine into their homes through the art of sewing.

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A brand new pattern book from popular designer Tone Finnanger. 12 adorable projects are themed around coast and countryside, with motifs of lemons, trees, birds, octopuses, mermaids, jellyfish, whales and starfish, including two quilts, pillows, soft toys and fabric bowls – all made in the latest Tilda fabrics.

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Bring some Scandi charm to your spring crafting with Tilda's Sunshine Sewing. This brand new pattern book from the hugely popular designer, Tone Finnanger, is packed with gorgeous sewing and quilting projects to add a ray of sunshine into your spring décor.

Featuring two full-size quilts, plus pillows, soft toys and bags - all made in the latest Tilda fabric ranges, alongside stunning photography, this Tilda spring collection is a treat for sewers everywhere.

Twelve adorable projects are themed around the summer coast and countryside, with motifs of lemons, fruit trees, birds, octopuses, mermaids, jellyfish, narwhals, starfish and more.

Author: Tone Finnanger is the founder and sole designer of the internationally recognised Tilda brand, which she started in 1999 at the age of 25. Tone grew up in Oslo, the capital of Norway, and now lives and works on a small island in the Oslo fjord. Her education is in classic painting and graphic design. Tilda has been a lifestyle for Tone, and has developed over the years to be a much-loved brand among crafters. Her books have sold over 1.2 million copies worldwide.

Selling Points:

  • Tilda is a global craft brand with book sales of over 1.2 million copies.
  • This collection of over 12 new Tilda projects on a coast and country theme are all made using Spring 2018 Tilda fabrics.
  • Features sensational lifestyle photography from the Tilda studio, with irresistible designs and patterns.

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Tilda Sunshine Sewing by Tone Finnanger is praised for its vibrant and whimsical project designs, appealing to both beginners and experienced sewers alike. The book is noted for its clear instructions and beautiful photography, inspiring readers to create charming crafts with ease. Overall, it is celebrated as a delightful addition to any sewing enthusiast's collection.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781446307021

Publisher: David & Charles

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 March 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: David & Charles

Illustration: 150 Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 80

About the Author

Tone Finnanger is the founder and sole designer of the internationally recognised Tilda brand, which she started in 1999 at the age of 25. Tone grew up in Oslo, the capital of Norway, and now lives and works on a small island in the Oslo fjord. Her education is in classic painting and graphic design. Tilda has been a lifestyle for Tone, and has developed over the years to be a much-loved brand among crafters. Her books have sold over 1.2 million copies worldwide.

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