Contents

Foreword by Jenny Doh

Introduction

Keeping It Real

Section One ARTFULLY DRESSED

Garden Tunic

Keeping It Real: Garment Sewing 101

Rags, Ruffles, and Kerfluffles Belt

Pretty Petals “Couture” Apron

Jean Jacket Re-Vision

Flower Brooch

Patchwork Rose Zippered Bag

Keeping It Real: Perfect Patchwork Piecing

Section-Two MIX IT UP: FABRIC COLLAGE

Seasonal Wreath

Keeping It Real: Free-Motion Quilting and Fabric Collage

Flowering Container Garden Pillow

Keeping It Real: Making a Ribbon-Tied Pillow Back

Tree of Dreams Wallhanging

Mini Memory Quilt with Photo Transfer

Keeping It Real: Binding Quilts and Other Sewn Projects

Section Three ARTFUL INSPIRATIONS FOR YOUR HOME

Crazy Quilt Lampshade Slipcover

Keeping It Real: Crazy Quilt It

Tea Party Accessories

• Teapot Trivet

• Tea Cozy

• Lavender Sachet Place Card “Tea Bags”

Keeping It Real: A Quick Guide to Hand Embroidery Stitches

Little Cabin Pincushion

Sweet Home Chicago Collection

• Sweet Home Chicago Pillow

Keeping It Real: Making a Mitered Border

• Sweet Home Chicago Quilt

Keeping It Real: Freezer Paper Appliqué

Resources

About the Author