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Library Journal 2015 Shore (Half Yard Gifts) continues her quest to help crafters use up their fabric stash with her latest book, which focuses on Christmas decor. The projects are arranged by style (e.g., Scandinavian, traditional, rustic, contemporary) and include a variety of items, such as a burlap-and-linen Advent calendar, a no-sew holiday wreath made of scrap fabric, a variety of ornaments, gift boxes and bags, and placemats. Shore's directions are easy to follow, and key steps are illustrated with photographs to provide additional guidance. Most of the projects can be completed in a short time, making them ideal for last-minute gift giving. VERDICT There's a pleasant variety of styles in this collection, and crafters with a taste for homespun or rustic design will find many of the projects especially appealing.
Table of Content
Introduction 8 Tools and Equipment 10 Before you start 12 Rustic Christmas 18 Advent Calendar, page 20 Bunting, page 24 Candle Pots, page 26 Present Sack, page 28 String Baubles, page 32 Wreath, page 34 Scandinavian Christmas 38 Christmas Cones, page 40 Christmas Gnomes, page 44 Scrap Fabric Wreath, page 48 Hanging Hearts, page 50 Stocking, page 54 Traditional Christmas 18 Ball Decorations, page 60 Stocking Decorations, page 64 Christmas Stocking, page 66 Festive Gift Bag, page 70 Mistletoe Wreath Cushion Cover, page 72 Tree Skirt, page 76 Monochrome Christmas 80 Gift Box, page 82 Fabric Baubles, page 86 Table Centrepiece, page 88 Potted Tree Decoration, page 90 Tablemat, page 92 Kids Christmas 96 Santa Hat Chair Slip, page 98 Felt Gift Bags, page 102 Robin Bunting, page 104 Santa Hat, page 106 Contemporary Christmas 108 Paper Bag Favours, page 110 Card Holder, page 112 Ribbon Tree Placemats, page 116 Christmas Tree Table Runner, page 118 Bottle Cooler, page 120 Ribbon Tree Wall Hanging, page 124 Tree Pictures, page 126 Index 128
