Book Review – Happy Homemade: Sew Chic: 20 Simple Everyday Designs

Are you a DIY sewer, with a passion for Japanese style? Look no further, Happy Homemade: Sew Chic is the Japanese Sewing book you’ve been waiting for—all new timeless and straightforward creations of Yoshiko Tsukiori, acclaimed Japanese fashion designer and author of The Stylish Dress Book, now available in English in the United States. Happy Homemade: Sew Chic features 20 flexible sewing patterns that boast authentic Japanese style created simply—by you. Sew-your-own pants, tops, dresses and skirts will add that sought-after Japanese flair to your wardrobe.

Simple lines make these garments perfect for women of all ages and all sizes. This book includes a complete western-sized sewing pattern for each design that is easily adjusted to fit your body form. The understandable, concise diagrams and simple instructions allow you to create a unique style with ease and confidence.

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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.