Book Review – 50 Fat Quarter Toys: Easy Toy Sewing Patterns

Fat quarters are the new way to sew, I have featured a few fat quarter or scrap fabric books in the last few months as they are really gaining popularity. One of the biggest appeals with fat quarters is they are often bought in bundles, which allows even the most uncoordinated person color match with a store-bought fabric palet of different but complementary prints.

Fat Quarter Toys

A celebration of handmade toys, featuring fabulous stuffed animals, handmade baby gifts, Christmas makes and more—all made using fat quarter cuts of fabric, the most popular way that sewers buy fabric. Continuing the series from 50 Fat Quarter Makes, this fun collection features beautiful photography, step-by-step diagrams, and templates for over 50 handmade toys, with patterns provided by a wealth of international talent. All the toys are made using simple sewing techniques alongside patchwork, applique, and embroidery.

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Check out this video by National Sewing Circle on using fat quarters in your sewing.

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When you’re decorating your Christmas tree, don’t forget about the tree skirt. The practical purpose of a tree skirt is to hide the tree stand, but it also serves a very decorative purpose. It creates kind of a backdrop for the tree and a lovely setting for the presents when they get added under the tree. We’ve rounded up 15 beautiful Christmas tree skirts that you can sew. Whether you like a patchwork look, or a cozy fleece, or even a simple ruffled tree skirt, here are some great DIY tutorials to help you sew your own Christmas tree skirt.