About this item
In this project-based sewing book, Amy Butler teaches what she does best: sewing, quilting, and pattern making. From lampshades to pillows, quilts to statement jewelry, Piece Keeping is the perfect go-to for the crafty. With clear sections on traditional sewing themes, tools, and methods, this book will appeal to Amy's core fans as well as those simply drawn to beautiful fabrics and DIY projects. The 20 inspiring projects include dozens of how-to diagrams, plus 9 sheets of full-size patterns stored in an attached envelope. Piece Keeping is both a practical guide and a source for stylish home decor and fashion inspiration, brimming throughout with Amy's unique color sense and eye-catching textile designs. "
About the Author
"Utility can be beautiful. Comfy can be stylish. Organization is healthy. Handmade is best!" --Amy ButlerAmy Butler is an artist/designer who has become well-known for her lavish and sophisticated take on vintage-modern fabrics. She designs and globally distributes multiple fabric lines, stationery, sewing patterns, handbags, home décor accessories, and scrapbook materials. Her work has been seen in various books, magazines, and television shows. She also designs fabrics for licensed manufacturers in the U.S., U.K., and Japan. Amy has produced and written lifestyle and décor stories for Country Living Magazine since 1998. She co-manages Art of the Midwest Studio in central Ohio.
