21 Terrific Patchwork Bags

21 Terrific Patchwork Bags

Susan Briscoe brings her considerable talent and experience as a quilter and teacher to inspire readers who want to make a really original accessory. No woman would be without one a bag is the accessory that carries any number of essential items. A bag can be as individual as the person using it and Susan Briscoe has come up with myriad inspirational suggestions alongside practical guidance on how to make bags that proclaim their owner's personality. There is a practical, everyday shoulderbag, zipped for security,patchworked to co- ordinate with a special outfit and decorated with sashiko quilting. A rucksack echoes today's fashion for backpacks, machine quilted for added charm. The simple to make envelope bag, quilted in silk, is perfect for bridesmaids or even the bride. With so many ideas, Susan Briscoe never loses sight of practicalities, with suggestions for fabrics, ideas for quilting and patchwork styles, and step by step instructions for all projects illustrated with full colour photography. Susan Briscoe studied Visual Art and Drama at the University College of Wales before moving to Japan to teach English. Here she became fascinated by Japanese fabrics and their patchwork and quilting techniques. She has succeeded in combining her design and needlework skills with a need for practical accessories in her job as a footpath officer. Susan now writes and designs for needlecraft magazines and teaches bag making and sashiko quilting. She has exhibited at UK national quilting shows as well as in Japan. Susan Briscoe lives in Wrexham, North Wales.

Country	USA
Author	Susan Briscoe
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Brand: David n Charles
EAN	9780715314432
Edition	Reprint
Feature	Used Book in Good Condition
IsAdultProduct	0
ISBN	0715314432
Label	David & Charles
Manufacturer	David & Charles
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	128
PublicationDate	2003-07-15
Publisher	David & Charles
ReleaseDate	2003-07-15
Studio	David & Charles