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That Handmade Touch

20 Simple Sewing Projects for You and Your Home
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That Handmade Touch by Svetlana Sotak offers creative inspiration for crafting enthusiasts, focusing on sewing projects that combine functionality with artistic flair. The book is filled with step-by-step guides and techniques that encourage personal expression and creativity through handmade items, perfect for those passionate about turning ideas into tangible art.
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This book may appeal to you if you love creating with your hands and appreciate adding a personal flair to your living space. It's perfect for those interested in exploring a variety of DIY projects with clear instructions and inspiring designs. Ideal for anyone passionate about crafting and seeking practical and beautiful creations for their home.

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In Svetlana Sotak's first book, this trusted and loved author of many popular online tutorials includes over 20 sewing projects featuring her signature clean, thoughtful, and sophisticated style.

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That Handmade Touch showcases Svetlana Sotak's talent for creating everyday essentials with a signature style, through the use of thoughtful fabrics, clean patchwork, and precise construction techniques.

Sotak believes in the spirit of generous living and shares her love of sewing through her popular online tutorials and Craftsy class. Now, in her first book, she teaches how to create cohesive, sophisticated projects, ranging from small to large. Featuring quilt-as-you-go, basic piecing, and expert bag-making instructions, readers can achieve a polished professional finish.

Accessories projects include clutches, pouches, and bags; home decor projects feature quilts, baskets, and cushions. With Svetlana Sotak's guidance, sewists can create delightful sewing designs that will rival what can be found at any upscale boutique.

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That Handmade Touch by Svetlana Sotak is highly praised for its practical approach to sewing everyday essentials. Reviewers appreciate Sotak's expertise in using thoughtful fabrics, clean patchwork, and precise construction techniques, which she effectively imparts through over 20 sewing projects. The book also includes valuable advice on elements like colour and fabric weight, making it a comprehensive guide for crafting enthusiasts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781940655383

Publisher: Lucky Spool Media

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 April 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Lucky Spool Media

Illustration: Halftones, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 462g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Svetlana Sotak lives in The Netherlands with her husband and three children. She is a self-taught sewist, quilter, pattern designer, and screen printer who has generously shared countless online tutorials and has gathered a rapidly expanding following for her clean piecing and sophisticated fabric choices. She is a Craftsy instructor and enjoys sharing her creative journey with her thousands of fans.

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