{"product_id":"journal-with-thread-a-practical-guide-to-sewing-seasonal-stories-in-fabric-thread-with-iron-on-transfers-hardcover","title":"Journal with Thread: A Practical Guide to Sewing Seasonal Stories in Fabric \u0026 Thread with Iron-On Transfers - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJessie Chorley\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the art of slow stitch fabric journaling with this practical guide to creating a fabric journal from textile artist, Jessie Chorley.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLearn how to stitch your own stories in fabric and thread to create a hand-stitched journal. Jessie encourages readers to collect special pieces of fabric, threads and other 'treasure' and explains how to combine these precious items with techniques including simple patchwork, hand embroidery and applique, to create a unique, hand-stitched book to treasure forever. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThere are step-by-step instructions for how to make the fabric journal measuring 20cm x 20cm (7.8in x 7.8in). Jessie explains how to create your own seasonal story throughout the book so you can chart your year and mark any memorable occasions or events that you want to include, making it a wonderful memory book for a loved one or a family heirloom to be passed from generation to generation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe central theme of the project is the four seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, and there are four seasonal hand drawn motifs on iron-on transfer paper that can be used as the basis of the designs. The four seasonal motifs are accompanied by four further motifs which are intended for the inside and outside covers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJessie then explains how to fill in and embellish these designs using a variety of her favourite stitches, threads, special notions, treasures, and keepsakes. As well as sewing techniques including scattered applique as a form of drawing and simple patchwork. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn addition to the full-page templates there is a large selection of smaller motifs for readers to use throughout their books. These include Jessie's signature alphabet and number motifs which can be used to mark people, places, and dates. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eJournal With Thread\u003c\/i\u003e is suitable for all skill-levels - if you are a beginner you can follow the instructions very closely to make a beautiful book, however, if you an experienced maker, you can use it is as an inspirational guide to creating your own fabric journal, packed with Jessie's beautiful artwork templates. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis guide is about having fun with mark making with needle and thread and creating your own unique fabric journal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJessie Chorley is a London-based textile artist. Traditional hand embroidery, patchwork techniques and printmaking are at the heart of Jessie's practice as an artist-maker. Needle and thread are her drawing tools, she uses them to create scenes and stories, combining stitched images and words, largely on preloved fabric. Collecting is something that goes hand-in-hand with Jessie's making process. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBorn in Kent in 1980, she spent her childhood in North Wales. The traditional technical skills and hands-on approach that she celebrates in her work today, were passed down to her from her own family of makers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJessie runs her business from her private South London studio. She regularly delivers masterclasses from there, as well as at venues worldwide.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 8.6 x 9.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 24, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47457922973874,"sku":"9781446313060","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/a7c317af50150b6ba3d3fa538acb2420.webp?v=1778885906","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/journal-with-thread-a-practical-guide-to-sewing-seasonal-stories-in-fabric-thread-with-iron-on-transfers-hardcover","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}