Publications

My new book, Fabric Manipulation, 150 Creative Sewing Techniques will be published in June 2013.

 
 

Sew It Up, a modern manual of practical and decorative sewing techniques. Published by Kyle Books, 2008. Also published in the US as The Sewing Bible, Potter Craft, 2009. Sew It Up has sold over 35,000 copies worldwide and has been translated into several languages.

Sew Eco, sewing sustainable and re-used materials. Published by A&C Black (Bloomsbury), 2010.

 

 

I am one of the featured artists in Signature Styles, Lark Books 2011. The feature includes photos and information about my home, studio and inspirations, as well as a gathered scarf project.

I have contributed to these books

Features & projects in books and magazines

I have also published the following patterns and articles:

  • 5 Tips For Etsy Success in Mollie Makes 01, May 2011
  • Customising projects (various) and pattern review in Sew Hip, 2011
  • Twist-n-Tie in Pretty Little Pillows, Lark Books, 2010
  • Draught Excluder in Sew Hip, August 2010
  • Routes to New Roots in Popular Patchwork, June 2010
  • How to repair your clothes in the Observer DIY & Save Guide, January 2010
  • Constellations Quilt, in Whip Up Mini Quilts, Chronicle Books, 2010
  • Centre of Attention and In a Doll's House in Pretty Little Mini Quilts, Lark Books, 2010
  • Trapunto Purse in Quilt It With Wool, Lark Books, 2010
  • Deep Pocket Apron in A is for Apron, Lark Books, 2008
  • Executive Chef Apron in Pretty Little Patchwork, Lark Books, 2008
  • Elegant Notions and Creative Edge in Pretty Little Pincushions, Lark Books, 2007
  • Handmade Fabrics for Fashion in Popular Patchwork, Issue 6, 2007
  • Design a Cushion in Guardian Guide to Craft, February 2007
  • Pocket Pinny in Making Stuff: An Alternative Craft Book, Black Dog Publishing, 2006
  • Passport Stamp: The Legacy of Peggy Angus, in Selvedge, Issue 12, 2006 [back issues]
  • Quilt Secrets Brighton, in Popular Patchwork, July 2006
  • Four articles for teachers on the potential of museum objects in Times Educational Supplement, Teacher magazine, 2003-4. Subjects include Indian textile, Vivienne Westwood Dress, medieval tapestries
  • Medieval Textile Purses, with Gina Barrett, pubished by Soper Lane 2004

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